Setting Up Reference Basic Guide Owner’s Manual 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. Before using the instrument, be sure to read “PRECAUTIONS” on pages 5–6.
For DGX-660 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.
For DGX-660 COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT (DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY PROCEDURE) Responsible Party : Address : Telephone : Type of Equipment : Model Name : Yamaha Corporation of America 6600 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, Calif. 90620 714-522-9011 Digital Piano DGX-660 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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. (fcc_sengen) 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.
PRECAUTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING Please keep this manual in a safe and handy place for future reference. For AC adaptor WARNING CAUTION • 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 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: Power supply/AC adaptor Connections • 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.
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.
About Manuals This instrument has the following documents and instructional materials. Included Documents Owner’s Manual (this book) • Setting Up Please read this section first. • Basic Guide This section explains how to use the basic functions. Refer to this section while playing the instrument. • Reference This section explains how to make detailed settings for the various functions of the instrument. • Appendix This section includes troubleshooting information and specifications.
Table of Contents Keyboard Stand Assembly 12 Panel Controls and Terminals 16 Front Panel.....................................................................16 Rear Panel .....................................................................17 Setting Up 18 Power Requirements......................................................18 Turning the Power On/Off ..............................................18 Setting the Volume .........................................................
Compatible Format GM System Level 1 “GM System Level 1” is an addition to the MIDI standard which ensures that any GM-compatible music data can be accurately played by any GM-compatible tone generator, regardless of manufacturer. The GM mark is affixed to all software and hardware products that support GM System Level. XF The Yamaha XF format enhances the SMF (Standard MIDI File) standard with greater functionality and open-ended expandability for the future.
Special Features Amazingly Authentic Piano Sound and “Piano Room” Performance Controls Page 27, 25 The DGX-660 features an authentically expressive piano Voice (“Natural! Grand Piano”; Voice 001) meticulously sampled from a concert grand piano—perfect for playing not only classical compositions but also piano pieces in any style. No matter what instrument settings have been made, you can instantly call up the Piano Voice by simply pressing and holding the [PIANO ROOM] button.
Setting Up Keyboard Stand Assembly CAUTION Setting Up Read these cautions carefully before you assemble or use the keyboard stand. These cautions are to promote safe use of the stand and to prevent injury and damage from occurring to you and others. By following these cautions carefully, your keyboard stand will provide you with safe and prolonged use. • Be careful not to confuse parts, and be sure to install all parts in the correct direction. Please assemble in accordance with the sequence given below.
Keyboard Stand Assembly 2 w Metal bracket w Metal bracket w Metal bracket w Metal bracket (A) (B) Setting Up (C) (C) e 3 x 8 mm e 3 x 8 mm roundhead screws roundhead screws L R 3 q Joint connectors 2 Attach the metal brackets. Attach the metal brackets w to the top of the side boards, using the screws e as shown. 3 Attach the stand bases. Insert the joint connectors q into the side boards as shown.
Keyboard Stand Assembly 4 4 Setting Up t 6 x 30 mm roundhead screws Attach the back board. Attach the back board, using the screws t. Check the back-to-front orientation for the side boards. Make sure the non-colored surface is facing down. CAUTION • Be careful not to drop the back board or touch the sharp metal fittings. NOTE • If you have purchased a pedal unit (sold separately), attach the pedal unit before proceeding to the next step. Refer to the instructions provided with your pedal unit.
Keyboard Stand Assembly 6 Install the keyboard to the stand. Fix the keyboard to the angle brackets, using the screws y. Setting Up 6 y 5 x 16 mm roundhead screws Post-assembly checklist Once you’ve assembled the stand, check the following points: • Are there any parts left over? If so, read the assembly instructions again and correct any errors you might have made. • Is the instrument clear of doors and other movable fixtures? If not, move the instrument to an appropriate location.
Panel Controls and Terminals Front Panel Song category list Style category list Setting Up e r t y q u w i o !0 !3 !1 !2 !4 Front Panel q w e r t y u i o !0 !1 !2 !3 16 [ ] (Standby/On) switch..................... page 18 [MASTER VOLUME] control ................ page 19 [DEMO/BGM] button .................... pages 38, 66 [SCORE] button....................................page 41 [LYRICS] button....................................page 41 [REC] button ...........................
Panel Controls and Terminals Voice category list Music Database category list Setting Up Display (page 23) !9 !6 @0 #1 !7 !8 @1 @2 @3 @4 @5 @6 !5 @7 @8 @9 #0 A-1 C0 C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 C7 Rear Panel #2 #3 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 $0 Rear Panel #2 #3 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 CONTRAST knob .................................page 23 USB TO HOST terminal.......... pages 74, 76, 77 SUSTAIN jack .......................................page 21 PEDAL UNIT jack .................................
Setting Up Power Requirements Setting Up WARNING • Use the specified adaptor (page 91) only. Using the wrong adaptor can result in damage to the instrument or overheating. 1 Connect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack. 2 Plug the AC power adaptor into an AC outlet. For the Power Adaptor with a Removable Plug Do not remove the plug from the power adaptor.
Setting Up Setting the Volume CAUTION Setting Up To adjust the volume level of the entire keyboard sound, use the MASTER VOLUME control located at the left of the panel. Play the keyboard to actually produce sound while you adjusting the volume to the desired level. • Do not use the instrument for a long period of time at a high or uncomfortable volume level, since this can cause permanent hearing loss. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, consult a physician.
Setting Up Connecting Headphones or External Audio Equipment (PHONES/OUTPUT Jack) Setting Up CAUTION • Before connecting the instrument to other electronic components, turn off the power of all the components. Also, before turning any components on or off, make sure to set all volume levels to minimum (0). Otherwise, damage to the components, electrical shock, or even permanent hearing loss may occur.
Setting Up Connecting a Footswitch (SUSTAIN Jack) The sustain function lets you produce a natural sustain as you play by pressing a footswitch. Plug the supplied footswitch into this jack and use it to switch sustain on and off. An FC3A foot pedal or FC4A or FC5 footswitch (sold separately) can also be connected to this jack. The FC3A lets you use the Half Pedal function (page 22).
Setting Up Connecting a Pedal Unit (PEDAL UNIT jack) Setting Up This jack is for connecting an LP-7A/LP-7AWH pedal unit (sold separately). When connecting the pedal unit, make sure to also assemble the unit on the supplied keyboard stand. NOTE • Make sure that power is off when connecting or disconnecting the pedal unit. • This affects only Main/Dual Voices and Harmony sound (pages 27, 28 and 31). • The functions of the pedals of the pedal unit cannot be changed.
MAIN Display Setting Up When the power is turned on, the MAIN display automatically appears. This display shows the basic settings of the instrument, including the current Voice, Style, Song, Audio and other settings. To Return to the MAIN Display You can return to the MAIN display from any other display by pressing the [EXIT] button. CONTRAST knob Adjust the CONTRAST knob on the rear panel of the instrument for optimum display legibility. A-B Repeat MIC Appears when MIC is set to ON (page 69).
Basic Controls 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. Setting Up Dial Rotate the dial clockwise to increase the value, or counterclockwise to decrease the value. Decrease Increase CATEGORY buttons Use these buttons to jump to the first Voice, Style, or Song in the next or previous Category, and call up the next or previous Function sequentially.
Enjoying Piano Performance (Piano Room) Basic Guide The Piano Room function is for those who want to simply, conveniently, and fully enjoy playing the instrument as a piano. No matter what settings you’ve made from the panel, you can instantly call up the optimum settings for piano performance with a single button press. You can also change the piano settings as you desire, or record your performance in the Piano Room as an audio file. 1 Press the [PIANO ROOM] button to call up the Piano Room display.
Enjoying Piano Performance (Piano Room) NOTE Recording your Performance as Audio in the Piano Room You can record your performance in the Piano Room to a USB flash drive as an audio file. 1 Connect the USB flash drive to the USB TO DEVICE terminal. Before using a USB flash drive, be sure to read “Precautions when using the USB TO DEVICE terminal” on page 80. • A moving series of dots (…) appear in the display when recording setup takes a long time.
Try Playing a Variety of Instrument Voices In addition to the wonderfully realistic piano sounds, you can select and play other musical instrument Voices, such as organ, guitar, bass, strings, sax, trumpet, drums and percussion, and even sound effects. Selecting a Main Voice 3 Play the keyboard. This procedure selects the Main Voice for playing on the keyboard. Press the [VOICE] button to call up the Main Voice selection display. The current Voice number and name will be highlighted.
Try Playing a Variety of Instrument Voices Layering Two Voices—Dual Voice In addition to the Main Voice, you can layer a different Voice over the entire keyboard as a “Dual Voice.” 1 Press the [DUAL ON/OFF] button to turn Dual on. Playing a Split Voice in the Left Hand area By dividing the keyboard into two separate areas, you can play one Voice with your right hand and a different Voice with your left. 1 Press the [SPLIT ON/OFF] button to turn on Split.
Try Playing a Variety of Instrument Voices Setting the Time Signature The instrument features a built-in metronome (a device that keeps an accurate tempo), convenient for practicing. 1 Press the [METRONOME ON/OFF] button to start the metronome. Here, we’ll set a time signature of 3/4 as an example. NOTE • The setting of the time signature cannot be changed in the Piano Room. Set it before calling up the Piano Room display. 1 Current setting Hold for longer than a second.
Try Playing a Variety of Instrument Voices 4 Rotate the dial to select “4.” Setting the Bell sound This allows you to select whether the click sound has a bell accent, or plays only a click sound. 5 Confirm the setting by playing the Metronome. Basic Guide 1 Press the [FUNCTION] button. 2 Use the CATEGORY [r] or [f] button repeatedly to select “Bell.” 3 Rotate the dial to turn the bell sound on or off. Setting the Metronome Volume 1 Press the [FUNCTION] button to call up the FUNCTION display.
Try Playing a Variety of Instrument Voices Adding Harmony How to sound each Harmony Type You can add harmony notes to the Main Voice. 1 Harmony type 01 to 10, 13 Press the [HARMONY ON/OFF] button to turn Harmony on. Press the right-hand keys while playing chords in the auto accompaniment range of the keyboard when the Auto Accompaniment is on (page 32). Harmony type 11 (1+5) and 12 (Octave) Play the keys. Appears when Harmony is turned on.
Playing Styles The instrument features a variety of accompaniment and rhythmic backing patterns (called “Styles”) in a variety of different musical genres including pop, jazz, and many others. Each Style features Auto Accompaniment, letting you produce automatic accompaniment playback simply by playing “chords” with your left hand. This lets you automatically recreate the sound of a full band or orchestra — even if you’re playing by yourself.
Playing Styles 5 Press the [SYNC START] button to turn Synchro Start on. You can add intro, ending and rhythm variations to Style playback by using “Sections.” For details, refer to page 61. Flashes when Synchro Start is on. Using the Music Database Play a chord in the Auto Accompaniment range to start Style playback. Play a melody with your right hand and chords with your left. 1 Press the [MUSIC DATABASE] button to call up the Music Database selection display.
Playing Styles Chords For users who are unfamiliar with chords, this chart shows the notes of common chords. Since there are many useful chords and many different ways to use them musically, refer to commercially available chord books for further details. indicates the root note.
Playing Styles Using the Smart Chord feature If you want to fully enjoy playing in various Styles but don’t know how to play the appropriate chords, Smart Chord is very useful. This function lets you control Styles with just a single finger as long as you know the key of your playing music, even if you don’t know any chord fingering such as major, minor, diminished and so on.
Playing Styles TYPE Page: This page provides five Types of music genres which determine the specific chord assignment for each scale note in the Auto Accompaniment range. Although selecting a Style in step 1 will automatically set the optimum Type, you can select a different Type here for more appropriate results, if necessary. To do so, from the SMART CHORD display press the CATEGORY [f] button to select the TYPE page then use the dial to select a Type.
Playing Styles Calling up Optimum Styles for Your Performance (Style Recommender) Example 2: Play the following rhythm in the special Drum section of the keyboard. Snare This convenient function “recommends” optimum Styles for your performance, based on the rhythm you play for one or two measures. 8-beat Styles or those of a similar feel may be listed on the display. Hold down the [STYLE] button for longer than a second to call up the STYLE RECOMMENDER display.
Playing Songs and Audio Files There are two kinds of data that can be recorded and played back on this instrument: Songs and Audio files. Not only can you play back a Song or Audio file and listen to it, but you can also play the keyboard along with Song or Audio file playback. • Songs The Songs are organized by category as listed below, allowing you to easily select from the desired category. The numbers 001–100 are Preset Songs, and a complete list is provided in the separate Data List.
Playing Songs and Audio Files Playing Back a Song or Audio File SONG SELECT display AUDIO SONG Before using a USB flash drive, be sure to read “Precautions when using the USB TO DEVICE terminal” on page 80. If you want to play back a Song or Audio file on a USB flash drive, connect a USB flash drive to the USB TO DEVICE terminal. Audio files must be on a USB flash drive.
Playing Songs and Audio Files Fast Forward, Rewind, and Pause 3 When playback reaches to the point you want to specify as the end point, press the [A-B REPEAT] button again to set the B point. The specified A-B section of the Song will now play repeatedly. 4 To cancel repeat playback, press the [AB REPEAT] button. To stop playback, press the [START/STOP] button. AUDIO SONG This instrument lets you fast forward [FF], rewind [REW] and pause [PAUSE] playback of the Song or Audio file.
Playing Songs and Audio Files SONG Displaying the Lyrics AUDIO SONG AUDIO You can view the music notation (score) of the selected Song. When the selected Song contains lyric data, you can view it on the instrument’s display during playback. 1 Select a Song (steps 1–3 on page 39). 1 2 Press the [SCORE] button to call up the Score display. Pressing this button each time alternates the displayed notation style between single-staff and double-staff.
Using the Song Lesson Feature You can use the selected Song for a left-hand, right-hand, or both-hands lesson. Try practicing with these three Song Lesson types. Three Types of Song Lesson Lesson 1—Waiting Practicing with Song Lesson 1 In this Lesson, try playing the correct notes shown on the display. The Song pauses until you play the right note. Select the desired Song for your lesson (page 39). NOTE • Audio files cannot be used with the Lesson features.
Using the Song Lesson Feature 4 Press the desired LESSON START button, [WAITING], [YOUR TEMPO] or [MINUS ONE] to start playback of the Song Lesson. Play the notes shown in the on-screen score. The score marker and keyboard marker in the display will indicate the notes to play. 5 When Lesson playback reaches the end, check your evaluation Grade on the display. Your performance will be evaluated in four levels: OK, Good, Very Good, or Excellent.
Recording Your Performance This instrument allows you to record your performance in the following two methods. • Song recording (MIDI recording) With this method, recorded performances are saved to the instrument as a User Song, in SMF (format 0) MIDI file. If you want to re-record a specific section or edit parameters such as Voice, use this method. Also if you want to record your performance to each track one by one, execute “Recording to a Specified Track” of the Song recording method.
Recording Your Performance NOTE • You can use the Metronome while recording although the metronome sound will not be recorded. After pressing the [REC] button, set the Time Signature and start Metronome before going on to step 4. 4 6 Press the [+] (YES) button to save the Song. The Song will be stored as a MIDI file to Song number 101–105. To cancel saving, press the [-] (NO) button at the prompt. Play the keyboard to start recording. You can also start recording by pressing the [START/STOP] button.
Recording Your Performance Recording to a Specified Track SONG AUDIO Basic Guide With Song Recording, you can create a Song consisting of six tracks (1–5 and A) by recording your performance to each track one by one. In recording a piano piece, for example, you can record the righthand part to Track 1 then record the left-hand part to Track 2, allowing you create a complete piece which may be difficult to play live with both hands together.
Recording Your Performance Play the keyboard to start Recording. 4 After you finish the performance, press the [START/STOP] button or [REC] button to stop recording. When recording is stopped, a message asking if you want to save the Song appears. or 7 Record your performance to another track by repeating steps 2–6. In step 2, select a track which has no recorded data. Play the keyboard while listening to the already recorded data. You can record to each track [1]–[5] using different Voices.
Recording Your Performance Clearing a User Song SONG Clearing a Specified Track from a User Song AUDIO SONG You can clear all tracks of a User Song. 1 2 Press the [SONG/AUDIO] button, and then select the User Song (101 to 105) to be cleared. Basic Guide While holding down the track [A] button, press the track [1] button for longer than a second. A confirmation message will appear on the display. To cancel this operation, press the [-] (NO) button. Hold for longer than a second.
Recording Your Performance 4 Audio Recording SONG Press the [REC] button to be ready for recording. AUDIO Before recording, make the necessary settings such as Voice/Style selection and the AUX IN and MIC INPUT connections (if you want to record with the input sound via AUX IN and MIC INPUT jacks). All the sound produced via this instrument other than Metronome can be recorded. If you want to cancel recording, press the [REC] button again or [EXIT] button.
Memorizing Your Favorite Panel Settings This instrument has a Registration Memory feature that lets you memorize your favorite settings for easy recall whenever they’re needed. Up to 32 complete setups can be saved (eight banks of four setups each). 8 Banks Memory 1 Memory 2 Memory 3 Memorizing Panel Settings to the Registration Memory Basic Guide 1 Make the desired settings such as those for Voice and Style. 2 Press and release the [BANK] button to call up a Bank number on the display.
Memorizing Your Favorite Panel Settings Recalling Panel Settings from the Registration Memory 1 Press and release the [BANK] button to call up a Bank number on the display.
Backup Parameters and Initialization Backup Parameters The following data will be maintained even if the power is turned off and can be transferred then saved to a computer via Musicsoft Downloader as a single Backup file. For instructions, refer to “Computerrelated Operations” (page 8). Initialization This function erases the Backup data described above and Song/Style data, then restores all the default factory settings. As required, execute one of the following two procedures.
Reference Handy Performance Features Selecting a Reverb Type Selecting a Chorus Type The Reverb effect lets you play with a rich concert hall type ambience. Although selecting a Style or Song will call up the optimum Reverb type for the entire sound, you can select a different Reverb type manually. The Chorus effect creates a thick sound that is similar to many of the same Voices being played in unison.
Handy Performance Features Selecting a DSP Type DSP is an abbreviation of Digital Signal Processing. These range from reverb-like ambience effects to distortion and other dynamic processing tools that let you enhance the sound, or completely transform it. The DSP effect can be added to the Main and Dual Voices. Although ON/OFF status and type selection for DSP depends on a selected Main Voice, you can set these parameters manually. 1 3 Use the dial to turn DSP on.
Handy Performance Features Panel Sustain Pitch Controls—Transpose This function adds sustain to the keyboard voices. Use it when you want to add sustain to the voices at all times, regardless of footswitch operation. The sustain function does not affect the Split Voice. The overall pitch of the instrument (except for the Voices with name “*** Kit”) can be shifted up or down by a maximum of 1 octave in semitone increments. 1 Press the [FUNCTION] button. 1 Press the [FUNCTION] button.
Handy Performance Features Pitch Controls—Tuning The overall tuning of the instrument (except for the Voices with name “*** Kit”) can be shifted up or down between 415.3 Hz and 466.2 Hz in approximately 0.2Hz or 0.3Hz increments. The default value is 440.0 Hz. 1 Press the [FUNCTION] button. 2 Use the CATEGORY [r] or [f] buttons to call up “Tuning.” The current setting is displayed.
Handy Performance Features Touch Response Sensitivity The keyboard of this instrument is equipped with a Touch Response feature that lets you dynamically and expressively control the level of the Voices according to your playing strength. 1 Press the [FUNCTION] button. Selecting an EQ Setting for the Best Sound Five different master equalizer (EQ) settings are provided to give you the best possible sound.
Handy Performance Features Setting the Output Gain Level Speaker On/Off Setting Output gain level for the PHONES/OUTPUT jack can be switched among three values: one suitable for a headphone and the other two for a connected external audio device. You can set whether the sound of this instrument is always output from its built-in speaker or not when a plug is inserted to the PHONES/OUTPUT jack. 1 Press the [FUNCTION] button.
Handy Performance Features Intelligent Acoustic Control (IAC) IAC is a function which automatically adjusts and controls the sound quality according to the overall volume of the instrument. Even when the volume is low, it permits both low sounds and high sounds to be clearly heard. IAC is effective only from the sound output of the instrument speakers. Although the default settings of IAC is set to ON, you can turn the function on or off. In addition, you can set the depth of IAC.
Voice Settings Selecting a Dual Voice Voice Editing 1 For each of the Main, Dual and Split Voices, you can edit the parameters such as volume, octave and depth of the Reverb and Chorus, allowing you to create new, custom sounds that best suit your musical needs. Hold down the [DUAL ON/OFF] button for longer than a second to call up the “VOICE SELECT (DUAL)” display. 1 Press the [FUNCTION] button. 2 Use the CATEGORY [r] or [f] buttons to call up the desired item.
Style (Auto Accompaniment) Functions Style Variations—Sections Each Style consists of “Sections” that allow you to vary the arrangement of the accompaniment to match the performance you are playing. Intro Ending Main Fill-in Intro This is used for the beginning of the performance. When the Intro finishes, Style playback shifts to the Main section. The length of the Intro (in measures) differs depending on the selected Style. Main This is used for playing the main part of the performance.
Style (Auto Accompaniment) Functions 5 Press the [MAIN/AUTO FILL] button to select Main A or Main B. 9 Current Section 6 Press the [INTRO/ENDING/rit.] button. Now, you’re ready to start Style playback from the Intro section. Reference 7 Play a chord with your left hand to start playback of the Intro. For this example, play a C major chord (as shown below). For information on how to enter chords, see “Chords” on page 34. Press the [INTRO/ENDING/rit.] button. The Section switches to the Ending.
Style (Auto Accompaniment) Functions Changing the Tempo Adjusting the Volume of the Style A Style can be played at any tempo you desire—fast or slow. You can adjust the volume balance between Style playback and keyboard performance. 1 1 Press the [FUNCTION] button. 2 Use the CATEGORY [r] and [f] buttons to call up “Style Volume.” Press the [TEMPO/TAP] button to call up the Tempo display. Current Tempo value 2 Style Volume Rotate the dial to set a tempo.
Style (Auto Accompaniment) Functions Setting the Split Point Setting the Chord Fingering The point on the keyboard that separates the left-hand range and the right-hand range of the keyboard is called the “Split Point.” When a Style is selected and ACMP is on, the notes played to the left of the Split Point are used to specify the chord for Style playback. When the Split function is on, the notes played to the left of the Split Point are used to play the Split Voice.
Style (Auto Accompaniment) Functions Looking Up Chords Using the Chord Dictionary The Dictionary function is useful when you know the name of a certain chord and want to quickly learn how to play it. Playing range Chord Type range 1 Press and hold the [MINUS ONE] button for longer than a second to call up the DICTIONARY display. 2 As an example, learn how to play a GM7 (G major seventh) chord.
Song and Audio Settings Background Music (BGM) Playback With the default setting, pressing the [DEMO/BGM] button will play back only Overview Demo Song repeatedly. This setting can be changed so that, for example, all internal Songs are played, or all Songs and Audio files on a USB flash drive are played back, letting you use the instrument as a background music source. Five playback group settings are provided. Simply select the one that suits your needs.
Song and Audio Settings Tempo Setting of the Song This operation is same as that of the Style. Refer to page 63. Tap Start This operation is same as that of the Style. Refer to page 63. Song Volume Audio Volume NOTE • Audio volume can be adjusted while an Audio file is selected. 1 Press the [FUNCTION] button. 2 Press the CATEGORY [r] or [f] buttons several times to call up “Audio Volume.” NOTE • Song volume can be adjusted while a Song is selected. Press the [FUNCTION] button.
Song and Audio Settings Changing the Voice of the Song You can change the Voice of Track 1 or 2 in the current Preset Song temporarily to any other desired Voice. 1 Press the [SONG/AUDIO] button, select the desired Preset Song, then start playback. 2 Hold down the [VOICE] button for longer than a second to call up the “VOICE SELECT (MELODY R)” display for selecting a Voice.
Connecting a Microphone and Singing Along with Your Performance By connecting a microphone to the MIC INPUT jack (standard 1/4” phone jack), you can enjoy singing along with your keyboard performance or with Song playback. The instrument outputs your vocals through the built-in speakers. You can enjoy the three preset settings by just selecting one of them according to the particular circumstances and your personal preferences, or you can create your own desired settings and save them.
Connecting a Microphone and Singing Along with Your Performance Selecting a Preset Setting 1 2 Press the [MIC SETTING] button once or twice to call up the MIC SETTING 1 display. Select “PRESET” by using the CATEGORY [r] or [f] button, then select the desired one of “STANDARD”, “BRIGHTER” and “LOUDER” by rotating the dial. Making and Saving the Microphone Settings This section explains how to make and save the detailed settings for the microphone. Only one group of settings can be saved to USER data.
Connecting a Microphone and Singing Along with Your Performance 4 MIC SETTING 1 display MIC ON/ OFF* Turns the microphone sound on or off. INPUT LEVEL Indicates the input level. PRESET* Calls up one of the preset settings (STANDARD, BRIGHTER and LOUDER) or the settings saved as USER. VOLUME Determines the output volume of the microphone sound. PAN Determines the stereo pan position of the microphone sound. REVERB Determines the depth of the reverb effect applied to the microphone sound.
The Functions The “Functions” provide access to a range of detailed instrument parameters such as Tuning, Split Point, Voices and Effects. Take a look at the Function List (pages 73–75). When you find the desired Function you want to change, follow the instructions below. 1 Find the desired item in the Function List on pages 73–75. 2 Press the [FUNCTION] button to call up the FUNCTION display.
The Functions Function List Volume Function Range/Settings Default Value Description Style Volume 000–127 100 Refer to page 63. Song Volume 000–127 100 Refer to page 67. Audio Volume 000–127 100 Determines the volume of the Audio file. Wireless LAN Volume 000–127 100 Determines the volume of the Wireless LAN Audio. AUX IN Level 000–127 100 Determines the volume of the sound input via the AUX IN jack. Transpose -12–+12 00 Refer to page 55. 415.3Hz–466.2Hz 440.
The Functions Category Function Range/Settings Default Value Reverb Type 01–42 ** Refer to page 53. Chorus Type 01–45 ** Refer to page 53. DSP ON/OFF * Refer to page 54. DSP Type 001–239 * Refer to page 54. Damper Resonance ON/OFF ON Refer to page 21. Sustain ON/OFF OFF Refer to page 55. MASTER EQ Type 1 (Normal)/ 2 (Piano)/ 3 (Soft)/ 4 (Bright)/ 5 (Powerful) 1 (Normal) Refer to page 57. Output Gain Headphones/ Line Out/ Fixed Headphones Refer to page 58. I. A.
The Functions Category Metronome (page 29) Score Function Range/Settings Default Value Description Time Signature Numerator 1–60 ** Determines the time signature of the Metronome. Time Signature Denominator 2/4/8/16 ** Determines the length of each metronome beat. Bell ON/OFF ON Determines whether a bell accent will be sounded (ON) or not (OFF). Metronome Volume 000–127 100 Determines the volume of the Metronome.
Connections – Using Your Instrument with Other Devices – To see where the connectors are located on the instrument, refer to pages 16, 17. CAUTION • Before connecting the instrument to other electronic components, turn off the power of all the components. Also, before turning any components on or off, make sure to set all volume levels to minimum (0). Otherwise, damage to the components, electrical shock, or even permanent hearing loss may occur.
Connections – Using Your Instrument with Other Devices – By connecting this instrument to a smart device, such as an iPhone or iPad, you can use apps on that device together with the instrument for a variety of musical purposes, take advantage of various convenient functions, and get more enjoyment out of this instrument. Make connections by using one of the following methods. NOTE • Before using the USB TO DEVICE terminal, be sure to read “Precautions when using the USB TO DEVICE terminal” on page 80.
Connections – Using Your Instrument with Other Devices – 5 Use the CATEGORY [r] or [f] button to select “Wireless LAN.” Infrastructure Mode Network list NOTE • When “Wireless LAN” cannot be found even though the USB wireless LAN adaptor has been connected, turn the instrument off then on again. 6 Reference 7 Network list Press the [EXECUTE] button to call up the WIRELESS LAN display. “WIRELESS LAN - Infrastructure Mode” is the default setting.
Connections – Using Your Instrument with Other Devices – DETAIL Set detailed parameters from the pages below. Page 1/2: For setting the IP address and other related parameters. Page 2/2: For entering the Host name or showing MAC address, etc. Access Point Mode Use the CATEGORY [r] or [f] button to select the parameters, and then use the dial to set the value.
USB Flash Drive Operations By connecting the USB flash drive to the USB TO DEVICE terminal, you can save the data created on this instrument, such as User Song and parameter settings. The saved data can be recalled to this instrument again for future use. Precautions when using the USB TO DEVICE terminal This instrument features a built-in USB TO DEVICE terminal. When connecting a USB device to the terminal, be sure to handle the USB device with care. Follow the important precautions below.
USB Flash Drive Operations 1 Connect a USB flash drive to the USB TO DEVICE terminal, being careful to insert it with the proper orientation. A message (information or confirmation dialog) sometimes appears on the display to facilitate operation. Refer to the “Messages” on page 89 for an explanation of each message. 2 Wait for confirmation that the USB flash drive has been properly mounted.
USB Flash Drive Operations Formatting a USB Flash Drive The Format operation lets you prepare commercially available USB flash drive for use with this instrument. NOTICE • If a USB flash drive that contains data is formatted as described below, the data will be erased. Make sure that a USB flash drive to be formatted contains no important data before carrying out the formatting procedure. Reference 1 Press the [FILE CONTROL] button to call up the FILE CONTROL display.
USB Flash Drive Operations Saving a Registration Memory to USB Flash Drive 1 Press the [FILE CONTROL] button to call up the FILE CONTROL display. 2 Use the CATEGORY [r] or [f] buttons to call up “Regist Save.” A default file name will automatically be created. 4 Entering Characters The [-] button moves the cursor to the left, and the [0] button moves it to the right. Use the dial to select a character for the current cursor location. The [+] button deletes the character at the cursor location.
USB Flash Drive Operations Saving a User Song to USB Flash Drive This operation saves a User Song (Song numbers 101–105) to USB flash drive. 1 Press the [FILE CONTROL] button to call up the FILE CONTROL display. 2 Use the CATEGORY [r] or [f] buttons to call up “User Song Save.” The SOURCE FILE—a User Song name—will be highlighted. 5 Cursor Reference Use the dial to select the User Song you want to save. 4 Press the [EXECUTE] button.
USB Flash Drive Operations Converting a User Song to an Audio file This operation converts a User Song (Song numbers 101–105) to an Audio file and saves the file to the USB flash drive. NOTE • Only User Songs can be converted to Audio files. 1 Press the [FILE CONTROL] button to call up the FILE CONTROL display. 2 Use the CATEGORY [r] or [f] buttons to call up “Audio Save.” The SOURCE FILE—a User Song name—will be highlighted. 5 Press the [EXECUTE] button. A confirmation message will appear.
USB Flash Drive Operations Loading Files from a USB Flash Drive Registration Memory, Style file and Song file (SMF) residing on a USB flash drive can be loaded into the instrument. 5 NOTICE • If you load a Registration Memory, data will be overwritten by the newly loaded data. Save important data to a USB flash drive before loading data that will overwrite it. 1 NOTICE • The Load operation cannot be cancelled during execution.
Deleting files from a USB Flash Drive Deleting User Data from the Instrument This procedure deletes Registration Memory, Style file, Song file and Audio file from a USB flash drive. This procedure deletes User Song files as well as Style and Song files loaded or transferred from an external device such as a computer. This operation does not erase the Preset data. 1 2 3 Press the [FILE CONTROL] button to call up the FILE CONTROL display. Use the CATEGORY [r] or [f] buttons to call up “USB Delete.
Appendix Troubleshooting For the Instrument Problem Possible Cause and Solution When the instrument is turned on or off, a popping sound is temporarily produced. This is normal and indicates that the instrument is receiving electrical power. The power is automatically turned off. This is normal and due to the Auto Power Off function. If necessary, set the parameter of the Auto Power Off function (page 19). When using a mobile phone, noise is produced.
Messages LCD Message Comment Access error! Indicates the failure in reading or writing from/to the media or the flash memory. Clearing all memory... Displayed while erasing all data in the flash memory. Never turn the power off during data transmission. Data Error! Displayed when the Song or Style contains illegal data. File information area is not large enough. Indicates that saving data in the media cannot be executed since the total number of files have become too many. File is not found.
Specifications Product Name Dimensions (W x D x H) Size/Weight Weight Keyboard Other Controllers Control Interface Display Panel Tone Generation Polyphony Voices Preset Number of Keys Type Touch Response Pitch Bend Wheel Type Size Color Contrast Score Display Function Lyrics Display Function Language Language Piano Sound Damper Resonance Number of Polyphony (max.
Specifications Storage Storage and Connectivity Amplifiers/ Speakers Power Supply Connectivity Internal Memory External Drives DC IN Headphones/Output Microphone Sustain Pedal AUX IN PEDAL UNIT USB TO DEVICE USB TO HOST Amplifiers Speakers Adaptor Power Consumption Auto Power Off Included Accessories Approx. 1.
Index Symbols Functions ......................................72 R [-] and [+] buttons ........................ 24 H A Half Pedal .....................................22 Harmony .......................................31 Headphones ..................................20 Random Playback ........................ 66 Recording (Audio) ...................... 49 Recording (Piano Room) ............ 26 Recording (Song Track) ............. 46 Recording (Song) ........................ 44 Registration Memory .....
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: BLUE : NEUTRAL BROWN : LIVE 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.
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