Make sure that your local AC
mains voltage matches the voltage specified on the name plate
on the bottom panel. In some areas a voltage selector may be
provided on the bottom panel of
the main keyboard unit near the
power cord. Make sure that the
voltage selector is set for the voltage in your area. The voltage selector is set at 240V when the unit
is initially shipped. To change the
setting use a “minus” screwdriver
to rotate the selector dial so that
the correct voltage appears next
to the pointer on the panel.
WICHTIG
Überprüfung der Stromversorgung
Vergewissern Sie sich vor dem Anschließen an das Stromnetz, daß die
örtliche Netzspannung den
Betriebsspannungswerten auf dem
Typenschild an der Unterseite des Instruments entspricht. In bestimmten
Verkaufsgebieten ist das Instrument
mit einem Spannungswähler an der
Unterseite neben der Netzkabeldurchführung ausgestattet. Falls vorhanden, muß der Spannungswähler
auf die örtliche Netzspannung eingestellt werden. Der Spannungswähler
wurde werkseitig auf 240 V voreingestellt. Zum Verstellen drehen Sie den
Spannungsregler mit einem Schlitzschraubendreher, bis der Zeiger auf
den korrekten Spannungswert weist.
IMPORTANT
Contrôler la source d’alimentation
Vérifiez que la tension spécifiée sur
le panneau inférieur correspond à
la tension du secteur. Dans certaines régions, l’instrument peut être
équipé d’un sélecteur de tension situé sur le panneau inférieur du clavier à proximité du cordon d’alimentation. Vérifiez que ce sélecteur est
bien réglé en fonction de la tension
secteur de votre région. Le sélecteur de tension est réglé sur 240 V
au départ d’usine. Pour modifier ce
réglage, utilisez un tournevis à
lame plate pour tourner le sélecteur
afin de mettre l’indication correspondant à la tension de votre région vis à vis du repère triangulaire
situé sur le panneau.
ESPAÑOL
IMPORTANTE
Verifique la alimentación de
corriente
Asegúrese de que tensión de alimentación de CA de su área corresponde con la tensión especificada en
la placa de características del panel
inferior. En algunas zonas puede
haberse incorporado un selector de
tensión en el panel inferior de la
unidad del teclado principal, cerca del
cable de alimentación. Asegúrese de
que el selector de tensión esté
ajustado a la tensión de su área. El
selector de tensión se ajusta a 240V
cuando la unidad sale de fábrica. Para
cambiar el ajuste, emplee un destornillador de cabeza “recta” para girar el
selector de modo que aparezca la
tensión correcta al lado del indicador
del panel.
IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM
Connecting the Plug and Cord
IMPORTANT. The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may
not correspond with the coloured makings identifying the terminals
in your plug proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
Making sure that neither core is connected to the earth terminal of
the three pin plug.
BLUE: NEUTRAL
BROWN : LIVE
• This applies only to products distributed by Yamaha-Kemble Music (U.K.) Ltd.
The serial number of this product may be found on 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.
(2 wires)
Model No.
Serial No.
(bottom)
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 power cord or plug becomes frayed or damaged, or if there is a sudden
loss of sound during use of the instrument, or if any unusual smells or
smoke should appear to be caused by it, immediately turn off the power
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:
switch, disconnect the electric plug from the outlet, and have the instrument
inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.
• Only use the voltage specified as correct for the instrument. The required
voltage is printed on the name plate of the instrument.
• Before cleaning the instrument, always remove the electric plug from the
outlet. Never insert or remove an electric plug with wet hands.
• Check the electric plug periodically and remove any dirt or dust which may
have accumulated on it.
• Do not place the power 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. Pulling by the cord can damage it.
• 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.
• Remove the electric plug from the outlet when the instrument is not to be
used for extended periods of time, or during electrical storms.
• 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.
• Do not expose the instrument to excessive dust or vibrations, or extreme
cold or heat (such as in direct sunlight, near a heater, or in a car during the
day) to prevent the possibility of panel disfiguration or damage to the internal components.
• Do not use the instrument near other electrical products such as televisions,
radios, or speakers, since this might cause interference which can affect
proper operation of the other products.
• Do not place the instrument in an unstable position where it might accidentally fall over.
• Before moving the instrument, remove all connected 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.
• Take care that the key cover does not pinch your fingers, and do not insert a
finger or hand in the key cover gap.
• Never insert or drop paper or metallic or other objects between the slits of
the key cover and the keyboard. If this happens, immediately turn off the
power and remove the electric plug from the outlet and have the instrument
inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.
• Do not place the instrument against a wall (allow at least 3 cm/one-inch
from the wall), since this can cause inadequate air circulation, and possibly
result in the instrument overheating.
• Read carefully the attached documentation explaining the assembly process. Failure to assemble the instrument in the proper sequence might result in damage to the instrument or even injury.
• 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.
■USING THE BENCH
• Do not play carelessly with or stand on the bench. Using it as a tool or stepladder or for any other purpose might result in accident or injury.
• Only one person should sit on the bench at a time, in order to prevent the
possibility of accident or injury.
• If the bench screws become loose due to extensive long-term use, tighten
them periodically using the included tool.
■SAVING USER DATA
• Save all data to an external device such as the Yamaha MIDI Data Filer MDF3,
in order to help prevent the loss of important data due to a malfunction or
user operating error.
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.
* The illustrations and LCD screens as shown in this owner’s manual are for instruc-
tional purposes only, and may be different from the ones on your instrument.
(1)B_EL/CL-3vari.
YDP-101
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Introduction
Thank you for choosing a Yamaha YDP-101 Digital Piano. Your YDP-101 is a fine musical instrument
that employs advanced Yamaha music technology. With the proper care, your YDP-101 will give you many
years of musical pleasure.
● Stereo sampling of the acoustic piano voices offers unmatched realism and expressive
power, while the AWM (Advanced Wave Memory) tone generator system offers rich,
realistic reproductions of all other voices.
● Piano-like touch response — adjustable in 4 stages — provides extensive expressive
control and outstanding playability.
● Dual mode allows 2 voices to be played simultaneously.
● Metronome feature with variable tempo facilitates practice.
● 2-track digital recorder lets you record and play back anything you play on the key-
board.
● MIDI compatibility and a range of MIDI functions make the YDP-101 useful in a range
of advanced MIDI music systems.
In order to make the most of your YDP-101’s performance potential and features, we urge you to read
this Owner’s Manual thoroughly, and keep it in a safe place for later reference.
Included Accessories
● Owner’s Manual
● Bench
● Stereo Headphones
YDP-101
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Contents
The Control Panel .......................................................... 6
Key Cover & Music Stand .............................................. 8
Press the [POWER] switch once to turn the
power ON, a second time to turn the power OFF.
When the power is initially turned ON, a voice
selector LED will light, and the power indicator
located below the left end of the keyboard will light.
2 [MASTER VOLUME] Control
The [MASTER VOLUME] control adjusts the
volume (level) of sound produced by the YDP-101’s
internal stereo sound system. The [MASTERVOLUME] control also adjusts headphone volume
when a pair of headphones is plugged into the
PHONES jack (page 9).
3 [DEMO] Button
Activates the demo playback mode in which you
can select playback of different demonstration
sequences for each of the YDP-101’s voices. See
page 11 for details.
4 [TRANSPOSE] Button
The [TRANSPOSE] button allows access to the
YDP-101’s TRANSPOSE function (to shift the pitch
of the entire keyboard up or down in semitone
intervals).
5 [REVERB] Button
The [REVERB] button selects a number of
digital reverb effects that you can use for extra depth
and expressive power. See page 16 for details.
6 [TOUCH] Button
The [TOUCH] button makes it easy to adjust the
touch response of the YDP-101 to match your
playing style. See page 18 for details.
7 Voice Selectors & [VARIATION] Button
Simply press any of the voice selectors to select
the corresponding voice. The voice selector LED
will light to indicate which voice is currently selected. Press the [VARIATION] button so that its
indicator lights to select a variation of the currently
selected voice.
This button accesses a range of utility functions
— including the MIDI functions — that significantly
enhance versatility and playability. See page 24 for
details.
! [SONG] Button
This button enters the Piano Song Mode. While
in this mode you can use the [SONG SELECT ▼/▲] buttons to select from 50 songs.
F5 G5 A5 B5 C6
can be played simultaneously across the full range of
the keyboard (see page 15 for details).
8 [METRONOME] Button
[TEMPO ▼/▲] buttons, below, are used to set the
tempo of the metronome sound. The [–/NO] and [+/YES] buttons are used to change the time signature
(beat) of the metronome if used while the [METRO-NOME] button is held — page 20.
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DIGITAL PIANO YDP-101
POWER
D6 E6 F6 G6 A6 B6 C7
There is also a dual mode in which two voices
Turns the metronome sound on and off. The
@ [SONG SELECT ▼/▲] (–/NO, +/YES) Buttons
These buttons select a piano song number for
playback, and are also used to adjust a range of other
parameters (i.e. their “–/NO” and “+/YES” functions).
# [START/STOP] and [REC] Buttons
These buttons control the YDP-101’s recorder,
letting you record and play back just about anything
you play on the keyboard.
$ TRACK [1] and [2] Buttons
The YDP-101 has a 2-track recorder, and these
buttons are used to select the track(s) to be recorded
or played back. See page 21 for details.
% Pedals
The soft (left), sostenuto (center) and damper
(right) pedals provide a range of expressive control
capabilities similar to the pedal functions on an
acoustic piano. The left pedal can also be assigned to
the song start/stop operation. See page 17 for details.
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9 [TEMPO▼/▲] (FUNCTION </>) Buttons
These buttons adjust the tempo of the metronome
function as well as the playback tempo of the recorder function. The tempo range is from 32 to 280
beats per minute — page 20. These same buttons are
also used to select functions — page 24.
Be careful to avoid catching your
fingers when opening or closing
the cover.
To close the key cover:
ZSlide the cover toward you.
XGently lower the cover over the keys.
• Hold the cover with both hands when moving it, and do not release it until
it is fully opened or closed. Be careful to avoid catching fingers (yours or
others) between the cover and main unit.
• Do not place objects on top of the key cover. Small objects placed on the
key cover may fall inside the main unit when the cover is opened and may
not be able to be removed. This could cause electric shock, short circuit,
fire or other serious damage to the instrument.
Music Stand
To raise the music stand:
ZPull the stand up and toward yourself as far as it will go.
XFlip down the two metal supports at the left and the right on the rear of
the music stand.
CLower the music stand so that it rests on the metal supports.
To lower the music stand:
ZPull the music stand toward yourself as far as it will go.
XRaise the two metal supports (at the rear of the stand).
CGently lower the music stand backward until it is all the way down.
• Do not try to use the music stand in a half-raised position.
When lowering the stand, do not release your hands from the music stand
until it is all the way down.
The AUX OUT L/L+R and R jacks deliver the output of the YDP-101
for connection to an instrument amplifier, mixing console, PA system, or
recording equipment. If you will be connecting the YDP-101 to a monaural sound system, use only the L/L+R jack. When a plug is inserted into
the L/L+R jack only, the left- and right-channel signals are combined and
delivered via the L/L+R jack so you don’t lose any of the YDP-101’s
sound.
• The AUX OUT jack signal is not controlled by the YDP-101’s volume control.
Use the volume control on the external audio equipment to adjust the level.
2 PEDAL Jack
This terminal is for connecting the pedal cord from the pedal box (refer
to the “Keyboard Stand Assembly” on pages 40-45).
3 MIDI IN and OUT Connectors
The MIDI IN connector receives MIDI data from an external MIDI
device (such as a sequencer or MIDI instrument) which can be used to
control the YDP-101. The MIDI OUT connector transmits MIDI data
generated by the YDP-101 (e.g. note and velocity data produced by
playing the YDP-101 keyboard).
More details on MIDI are given in “MIDI Functions” on page 28.
● PHONES Jacks
(Bottom Panel)
Two sets of standard stereo headphones can be plugged in here for
private practice or late-night playing. The internal speaker system is
automatically shut off when a pair of headphones is plugged into either of
the PHONES jacks.
Turn Power On...................................................................................................
After making sure that the YDP-101’s AC cord is properly plugged
POWER
MASTER VOLUME
MIN
MAX
into the YDP-101 itself and plugged into a convenient AC wall outlet,
press the [POWER] switch located to the right of the keyboard to turn
the power ON. In some areas a plug adaptor may be provided to match
the pin configuration of the AC wall outlets in your area.
When the power is turned ON, one of the voice selector LEDs will
light, and the power indicator located below the left end of the keyboard
will light.
Set the Volume ..................................................................................................
Initially set the [MASTER VOLUME] control about half way
between the “MIN” and “MAX” settings. Then, when you start playing,
re-adjust the [MASTER VOLUME] control for the most comfortable
listening level.
GRAND
PIANO
E.PIANO
REVERB
HARPSI-
CHORD
ROOM
HALL1
HALL2
STAGE
STRINGS
PIPE
ORGAN
Select a Voice .....................................................................................................
Select the desired voice by pressing one of the voice selectors. Use
the [VARIATION] button to select a variation of the current voice, as
required.
The YDP-101 also offers keyboard touch response, so the volume
and timbre of notes played can be controlled according to how “hard”
you play the keys. The amount of variation available depends on the
selected voice.
Add Reverb As Required.......................................................................
You can add or change reverb as desired by using the [REVERB]
button (page 16).
Demonstration tunes are provided that effectively demonstrate each of the
YDP-101’s voices. There are also 50 piano songs that you can play individually,
all in sequence, or in random order. Here’s how you can select and play the
demo tunes.
NOTE
• The demo or piano song mode cannot be engaged while the recorder (page 21) is in use.
• No MIDI reception occurs in the demo/piano song mode.
• The demo/piano song data is not transmitted via the MIDI connectors.
* See page 33 for a complete listing of the demo tunes and piano songs.
Voice Demo
GRAND
PIANO
E.PIANO
DEMO
HARPSI-
CHORD
DEMO
STRINGS
PIPE
ORGAN
Engage the Demo Mode .........................................................................
Press the [DEMO] button to engage the demo mode — the voice
selector indicators will flash in sequence.
Play a Voice Demo.........................................................................................
Press one of the voice selectors to start playback of all songs starting
from the corresponding voice demo tune — featuring the voice normally selected by that voice selector button. (If you press the [START/STOP] button instead of a voice selector button, the GRAND PIANO
demo tune will begin playback.) The indicator of the selected voice
selector button will flash during playback, and “- - -” will appear on the
LED display. You can start playback of any other voice demo tune
during playback by simply pressing the corresponding voice selector.
You can stop playback at any time by pressing the [START/STOP]
button or the voice selector of the currently playing demo.
NOTE
• Use the [MASTER VOLUME] control to adjust the volume.
Exit From the Demo Mode....................................................................
Press the [DEMO] button to exit from the demo mode and return to
the normal play mode.
Engage the Piano Song Mode .........................................................
Press the [SONG] button to engage the piano song mode — the
[SONG], [1] and [2] indicators will light.
Play a Piano Song .........................................................................................
To play any of the 50 piano songs provided, use the [SONG SE-
+
/
YES
LECT ▼/▲] buttons to select the number of the tune you want to play
(the number will appear on the LED display), then press the [START/STOP] button. Playback will stop automatically when playback of the
selected piano song has finished.
Select “ALL” instead of a number to play all piano songs in se-
quence, or select “rnd” to continuously play all piano songs in random order. Press the [START/STOP] button to stop playback.
• Use the [MASTER VOLUME] control to adjust the volume.
• You can use the [TEMPO ▼/▲] buttons to adjust the playback tempo as
required. This produces a relative tempo variation, with a range from “-50”
through “- - -” to “50” at maximum; the range will differ depending on the
selected song.
• The default tempo “- - -” is automatically selected whenever a new piano
song is selected, or playback of a new piano song begins during “
“
rnd
” playback.
• You can play the keyboard along with the piano song playback. The voice
playing on the keyboard can be changed.
• You can change the Reverb type that is applied to the voice you play on
the keyboard and for the piano song playback. You can change the Touch
sensitivity that is applied to the voice you play on the keyboard. When a
new piano song is selected or a new piano song is automatically started
in continuous play, the HALL 1 reverb type will automatically be selected.
ALL
” or
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SONG
Exit From the Piano Song Mode....................................................
Press the [SONG] button to exit from the piano song mode, the
indicator will go off, and return to the normal play mode.
The A-B Repeat function can be used to continuously repeat a
specified phrase within a piano song. Combined with the Part Cancel
function described below, this provides an excellent way to practice
difficult phrases.
Specify the Beginning (A) of the Phrase..............................
START
STOP
FUNCTION
Select and play a piano song, then press the [FUNCTION] button at
the beginning of the phrase you want to repeat. This sets the “A” point
(“A-” will appear on the display).
To set the “A” point at the very beginning of the song, press the
[FUNCTION] button before starting playback.
Specify the End (B) of the Phrase ...............................................
FUNCTION
Press the [FUNCTION] button a second time at the end of the
phrase. This sets the “B” point (“A-b” will appear on the display). At
this point repeat playback will begin between the specified A and B
points.
Press the [START/STOP] button to stop playback while retaining
the specified A and B points. A-B repeat playback will resume if the
[START/STOP] button is then pressed again.
To cancel the A and B points press the [FUNCTION] button once.
NOTE
• The A and B points are automatically canceled when a new song is
selected.
be turned on and off as required so you can practice the corresponding
part on the keyboard. The right-hand part is played by the recorder’s [1]
track, and the left-hand part is played by recorder’s [2] track. (Some of
the songs are arrangements for four-hands, tracks [1] and [2] correspond to primo and secondo parts of the arrangement.)
Turn the Desired Part Off.......................................................................
The 50 piano songs have separate left- and right-hand parts that can
START
STOP
START
STOP
START
STOP
/
REC
TRACK
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Press the TRACK [1] or [2] button to turn the corresponding part off
— the corresponding indicator will go out (these buttons alternately
toggle the corresponding part on and off).
NOTE
• The parts can be turned on or off even during playback.
• The Piano Song Part Cancel function cannot be used during “
“
rnd
” playback.
• The “Piano Song Part Cancel Volume” function described on page 27 can
be used to set the canceled part so that it plays at a volume from “0” (no
sound) to “20”. The default setting is “5”.
• Both parts are automatically turned ON whenever a new song is selected.
When the Synchro Start function is engaged, playback of the selected piano song will begin automatically as soon as you start playing
on the keyboard.
To engage the Synchro Start function press the [START/STOP]
button while holding the part button corresponding to the part which is
ON. A dot will appear in the lower right corner of the display. (Repeat
the previous operation to disengage the Syncro Start function.)
Playback will then start as soon as you begin playing on the keyboard.
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NOTE
• If you hold a track button which is OFF while pressing the [START/STOP]
button, that track will be turned ON and the Synchro Start mode will be
engaged.
Left Pedal Start/Stop ..................................................................................
The left pedal can be assigned to start and stop piano song playback
via the “Left Pedal Mode” function described on page 27.
The dual mode makes it possible to play two voices simultaneously across
the entire range of the keyboard.
HARPSI-
IANO
Voice numbering priority
CHORD
STRINGS
12345
GRAND
PIANO
E.PIANO
HARPSI-
CHORD
STRINGS
PIP
ORG
PIPE
ORGAN
To activate the dual mode simply press two voice selectors at the
same time (or press one voice selector while holding another). The
voice indicators of both selected voices will light when the dual mode is
active. To return to the normal single-voice play mode, press any single
voice selector.
According to the voice numbering priority as shown in the diagram
on the left, lower valued voice numbers will be designated as the 1st
Voice (the other voice will be designated as the 2nd Voice).
The [STRINGS] [VARIATION] voice has a slow attack. This
voice can sometimes be used with another voice in the Dual Mode to
produce a better “blend”.
NOTE
• The [VARIATION] button indicator will light if the variation is engaged for
either or both of the dual-mode voices. While the dual mode is engaged
the [VARIATION] button can be used to turn the variation for both voices
on or off. To use the variation for only one of the voices the setting must
be made prior to engaging the dual mode.
• [REVERB] in the Dual Mode
The reverb type assigned to the 1st Voice will take priority over the other.
(If the reverb is set to OFF, the 2nd Voice’s reverb type will be in affect.)
Reverb depth setting via the panel controls (i.e. pressing the [-/NO] or [+/
YES] buttons while holding the [REVERB] button — see page 16) will be
applied to the 1st Voice only.
Other Dual Mode Functions ...............................................................
The YDP-101 Function mode provides access to a number of other
dual-mode functions, listed below. See the corresponding pages for
details.