ELA-1 Owner’s Manual Thank you for purchasing this Yamaha Electone. This instrument has a wide selection of Voices and versatile functions which gives you the potential of highly entertaining performance. 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.
PRECAUTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING Please keep this manual in a safe and handy place for future reference. For the 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.
Using the bench If you notice any abnormality • Do not place the bench in an unstable position where it might accidentally fall over. • 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. • Keep special watch over any small children so that they don’t fall off the rear of the bench.
NOTICE Information To avoid the possibility of malfunction/ damage to the product, damage to data, or damage to other property, follow the notices below. About copyrights 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 the Manuals This instrument has the following documents and instructional materials. Included Documents Owner’s Manual (this book) Explains the basic operations and functions of this instrument. Please read this manual first. Online Materials (Downloadable from the web) Reference Manual Explains advanced features of the instrument, not explained in the Owner’s Manual. For example, you can learn how to create original Styles, Songs or Multi Pads, or find detailed explanations of specific parameters.
Contents PRECAUTIONS........................................................................................................................................................2 NOTICE ................................................................................................................................................................................ 4 Information ............................................................................................................................................
4 Multi Pads – Adding Musical Phrases to Your Performance – 59 Playing the Multi Pads........................................................................................................................................................ 59 Using Chord Match ............................................................................................................................................................ 60 Using the Multi Pad Synchro Start Function................................................
Welcome to the world of the Electone! Extraordinarily expressive and realistic Voices page 34 This instrument features various realistic instrumental Voices from all over the world, including piano, organ, guitar, strings, brass, wind instruments and more. You can play each of the Upper Keyboard, Lower Keyboard, and Pedalboard in different Voices to layer them.
Versatile real-time controllers — Live Expression Control page 57 Audio playing and recording Welcome to the world of the Electone! Various functions can be assigned to each of the Expression Pedal, Second Expression Pedal and two Footswitches, and this feature lets you control your performance in real-time by using your foot without interruption. For example, you can change the volume balance among the parts, pitch, EQ, etc.
Panel Controls Top Panel 1 7 ) 8 9 ! @ 6 3 2 4 5 A 1 VOICE buttons ......................................page 34 For playing with various sounds on each keyboard part (Upper Keyboard Voice, Lower Keyboard Voice, Lead Voice and Pedal Voice). 2 STYLE buttons .....................................page 44 For playing back a rhythm pattern or adding auto accompaniment to your keyboard performance. 3 [METRONOME] button .........................page 31 Turns the metronome on or off.
^ Panel Controls % # & $ A # LCD and related controls .................... page 19 Indicates the current panel settings and allows you to select or change the settings. $ REGISTRATION MEMORY buttons ..... page 84 For registering and recalling panel setups. Panel Setup (Panel Settings) By using the controls on the panel, you can make various settings as described here. These settings of the instrument are together referred to as “panel setup” or “panel settings” in this manual.
Overview Music rest (page 109) Rear panel (see below) Upper Keyboard (page 34) Lower Keyboard (page 34) Main unit (page 108) Top panel (page 10) Left Footswitch (page 57) Front panel (see below) Right Footswitch (page 57) Stand (page 106) Expression Pedal (page 57) Second Expression Pedal (page 57) Pedal unit (page 108) Pedalboard (page 34) Jacks and Terminals Front panel 1 Rear panel 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 [AUX IN] jack.........................................page 98 4 [USB TO HOST] terminal.....
Starting Up Starting Up Power Supply Connect the plugs of the AC adaptor in the order shown in the illustration. DC IN jack (on the rear panel) AC Outlet 2 3 AC adaptor 1 Power cord The shape of the plug and outlet differs depending on the locale. WARNING Use the specified AC adaptor (page 113) only. Using the wrong AC adaptor can result in damage to the instrument or overheating. CAUTION When setting up the product, make sure that the AC outlet you are using is easily accessible.
3 Adjust the volume of the entire sound. 3-1 Press the Expression Pedal all the way to the back with your foot (as shown). By default, the function of the Expression Pedal is set to volume controller, and this is the maximum position. 3-2 Adjust the maximum volume as desired by using the [MASTER VOLUME] dial while playing the keyboards and the Pedalboard. Decreases Increases NOTE In case the Pedalboard does not sound, check the Troubleshooting section on page 104.
Intelligent Acoustic Control (IAC) Starting Up IAC is an auto-tone control function that performs adjustments depending on 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 affects only the sound output of the instrument speakers. You can turn the IAC function on or off, although the default setting for this function is on.
2 Press the TAB [l] button to select the “Common” tab, and then use the Cursor buttons [L][R] to move the cursor to the desired item. 2 4 3 2 Language Determines the language (“English” or “Chinese”) used in the display for messages. Auto Power Off Determines the amount of time that elapses before the power is automatically turned off by the Auto Power Off function (page 14). To disable Auto Power Off, select “Disabled” here.
Basic Operations Basic Operations Main Display Configuration The Main display appears when the power is turned on, and can be quickly called up by pressing the [MENU] and [EXIT] buttons simultaneously. This display provides comprehensive at-a-glance information on the current settings. 1 3 2 4 5 6 1 Voice area Indicates the currently selected Voice names for each of the keyboard parts, Upper Keyboard Voice, Lead Voice, Lower Keyboard Voice and Pedal Voice (page 34).
• Shortcuts For registering your desired functions as shortcuts to call them up instantly (page 24). • Live Exp. Control For confirming or assigning the functions for each of the Expression Pedals and Footswitches (page 58). • Multi Pad For using the Multi Pad function (page 59).
Display-based Controls The items shown in the LCD can be selected or changed by the controls around the display. [EXIT] button (page 22) TAB [l][r] buttons (page 22) Basic Operations [u]/[d] buttons (page 20) Data dial (page 21) Cursor buttons [U][D][L][R] (see below) [1] - [8] buttons (page 21) [ENTER] button (see below) Cursor buttons [U][D][L][R] and [ENTER] button The Cursor buttons are used to move the on-display cursor. There are two types of display.
[u]/[d] buttons The [u]/[d] buttons are used to change or adjust the value of the selected parameter. Move the cursor to the desired parameter by using the Cursor buttons [U][D][L][R], and then use the [u]/[d] buttons to change the value. Depending on the selected parameter, pressing the [ENTER] button can call up the list of the values. Changing parameter values 2 Change the value by using the [u]/[d] buttons. 1 Move the cursor to the desired parameter by using the Cursor buttons.
Data dial Depending on the selected display, the Data dial can be used in the following two ways. Changing parameter values Basic Operations You can conveniently use the Data dial to change the value of parameters you selected with the Cursor buttons. 2 Rotate the Data dial to change the value. 1 Select the desired parameter with the Cursor buttons. This convenient technique also works well with pop-up parameters such as Tempo and Transpose. Simply press the appropriate button (ex.
TAB [l][r] buttons These buttons are used mainly to change the pages of displays that have “tabs” at the top. [EXIT] button Pressing the [EXIT] button returns to the previously indicated display. Pressing the [EXIT] button repeatedly returns to the default Main display (page 17). Instruction Conventions in this Manual Throughout this manual, instructions with multiple steps are given in convenient shorthand, with arrows indicating the proper sequence.
Messages Shown in the Display Basic Operations A message (information or confirmation dialog) sometimes appears on the display to facilitate operation. When the message appears, press one of the [1] – [8] buttons corresponding to the message. Calling Up the Desired Display Instantly — Direct Access With the convenient Direct Access function, you can instantly call up the desired display.
Customizing the Shortcuts on the Main Display You can replace the four shortcuts in the Quick Access area at the bottom of the Main display with your desired functions from the Menu (page 101). This allows you to quickly call up often-used functions from the Main display. 1 On the Main display, use the [u]/[d] buttons to call up “Shortcuts” in the Quick Access area. 1 2 2 Press and hold one of the [1] – [8] buttons, which corresponds to the function to be replaced.
File Selection Display Configuration The File Selection display is for selecting Voices, Styles, Songs, Multi Pads and other data (files). The File Selection display appears when you press one of the Voice or Style category buttons, etc. Basic Operations 1 2 3 1 Location (drive) of data NOTE • Preset .... Location where pre-programmed (preset) data is stored. • User ....... Location where recorded or edited data is saved.
File Management You can save, name, copy, move, delete files, and you can create folders to manage the files with the buttons located lower area in the File Selection display. For information on the File Selection display, refer to page 25. NOTE Before using a USB flash drive, be sure to read “Connecting USB Devices” on page 94. Restrictions for protected files Protected files, such as most commercially available data, are copy protected to prevent illegal copying or accidental erasure.
Creating a New Folder You can create folders to make it easier to find your original data. In the File Selection display, use the TAB [l][r] buttons to select the tab (“User” or “USB”) to which you want to create a new folder. If you want to create a new folder within an existing folder, select the desired folder here. NOTE • A new folder cannot be made in the “Preset” tab or the “Expansion” folder (page 43) in the “User” tab. • The maximum number of files/folders which can be saved in a folder is 500.
4 Move the cursor to the desired file/folder by using the Cursor buttons [U][D][L][R], and then press the [ENTER] button. 5 Press the [8] (OK) button to confirm the file/folder selection. 6 Enter the name of the selected file or folder (page 30). NOTE To cancel the Rename operations, press the [EXIT] button in the Character Entry window. The Character Entry window is called up. NOTICE The renamed file/folder appears on the display at the appropriate position among the files in alphabetical order.
Deleting Files/Folders You can delete individual or multiple files/folders. In the File Selection display, use the TAB [l][r] buttons to select the tab (“User” or “USB”) which contains the desired file/ folder. 2 Make sure that “Delete” is shown at the bottom of the display. 3 Press the [5] (Delete) button. 4 Move the cursor to the desired file/folder by using the Cursor buttons [U][D][L][R], and then press the [ENTER] button.
Entering Characters This section covers how to enter characters for naming your files/folders, etc. This Character Entry window allows you to input only single-byte characters, regardless of the language setting (page 15). 3-1 1 2 3-2 4 1 Select the type of character by pressing the [2] button. 2 Use the [5]/[6] buttons to move the underline in the Entry box to the desired position. 3 Enter the characters.
Using the Metronome Basic Operations The [METRONOME] button lets you start or stop the metronome. The metronome provides a click sound, giving you an accurate tempo guide when you practice, or letting you hear and check how a specific tempo sounds. Adjusting the Tempo The TEMPO [+] and [-] buttons let you change the playback tempo of the metronome, Style or Song. Pressing either button calls up the Tempo pop-up display.
Data Backup You can back up all data saved in the User drive (except protected files and Expansion Pack data) and all settings of the instrument to a USB flash drive as a single file (extension: .bup). The backup file can be restored to the instrument again, allowing you to recall the panel settings and performance data you created previously. For information on the settings that can be backed up, refer to the “Backup/ Restore” column of the “Parameter Chart” in the Data List on the website.
Resetting to the Factory-programmed Settings NOTE The recorded Songs (page 71), Expansion Packs (page 43), and other files saved to this instrument are not reset by this operation. Basic Operations While holding the right-most key on the Upper Keyboard, turn the power on. This resets the settings of the entire instrument (referred to as the System Setup parameters) to their factory default settings.
1 Voices – Playing the Keyboard with Various Sounds – This instrument features a wide variety of exceptionally realistic instrumental Voices, including piano, organ, guitar, strings, brass, wind instruments and more. Any of these Voices can be played on the Upper Keyboard, Lower Keyboard and Pedalboard. Up to two Voices (Upper Keyboard Voice and Lead Voice) can be played together in a layer on the Upper Keyboard, while each of the Lower Keyboard and Pedalboard uses a single Voice.
Playing Preset Voices 1 Turn on the [ON/OFF] button for the desired part. Lights up when the part is on. Press one of the Voice category buttons or the [USER] button of the desired part to call up the Voice Selection display. The preset Voices are categorized and contained in appropriate folders. Voice category buttons correspond to the categories of the preset Voices, however some preset Voices (such as Contrabass for the Upper Keyboard Voice) do not have any category buttons.
4 Play the keyboard or Pedalboard to hear the Voice for the desired part. 5 Select Voices for the other parts by repeating steps 1 to 4. 6 Play the keyboard and Pedalboard by combining the Voices selected for each part. You can confirm the Voice name for each part and its volume on the Main display called up by pressing the [EXIT] button. If necessary, adjust the volume of the desired part by using the VOLUME buttons.
Playing Super Articulation Voices The Super Articulation Voices enable you to create subtle, very realistic musical expressions, simply by how you play or by pressing a Footswitch. “S.Art” is shown above the Voice name of Super Articulation Voices on the Voice Selection display or the Main display.
Creating Original Organ Flutes Voices Just as on a traditional organ, you can create your own sound by increasing and decreasing the levels of the flute footages. 1 Press the [ORGAN] button (UPPER or LOWER KEYBOARD VOICE) to call up the “Organ” folder in the Voice Selection display. 2 Use the Cursor buttons [U][D][L][R] to select an Organ Flutes Voice, indicated by “Organ Flutes” above the Voice name. Organ Flutes Voice 3 3 4 Press the [7] (Voice Edit) button to call up the “Voice Edit” display.
6 Make desired settings such as Rotary Speaker and Vibrato. 7 1 7 2 3 Voices – Playing the Keyboard with Various Sounds – 1 4 1 Rotary SP Speed Use the [1]/[2] buttons to switch the Rotary Speaker speed between “Slow” and “Fast.” This parameter is effective when the “DSP Type” name in the “Effect/EQ” tab contains “Rotary” or “Rot” and the DSP is turned on. For details, refer to the Reference Manual on the website.
Changing the Pitch-related Settings (Master Tune, Transpose) You can adjust the pitch of the entire instrument or individual parts. 1 Call up the operation display. 2 Use the Cursor buttons [U][D][L][R] to move the cursor to the desired parameter, and then set the value by using the [u]/[d] buttons.
Setting the Touch Response of the Keyboard (Initial Touch) 1 Call up the operation display. 2 Make settings. [MENU] Cursor buttons [U][D][L][R] Keyboard, [ENTER] NOTE Some Voices are purposely designed without Initial Touch, in order to emulate the true characteristics of the actual instrument (for example, conventional organs, which have no touch response).
Applying Voice Effects Pressing the [VOICE EFFECT] button calls up the “Voice Effect” display which provides at-a-glance information of the current settings of the each Voice part. Mono/Poly Current Voice Sustain level DSP type Current settings of the each keyboard part Mono/Poly Indicates the Voice is played monophonically or polyphonically. This can be set via the Voice Selection display [7] (Voice Edit) TAB [l][r] Common2.
Adding New Contents — Expansion Packs By installing Expansion Packs, you can add a variety of optional Voices and Styles to the “Expansion” folder in the User drive. The installed Voices and Styles can be selected via the [USER] button in the Voice category buttons (page 34) or Style category buttons (page 44), allowing you to expand your music performance and creation possibilities.
2 Styles – Playing Rhythm and Accompaniment – The instrument features various accompaniment and rhythmic backing patterns (called “Styles”) in a variety of different musical genres including pop, jazz, and many others. The Style features Auto Accompaniment patterns, letting you produce automatic accompaniment playback simply by playing chords on the Lower Keyboard. This lets you automatically recreate the sound of a full band or orchestra — even if you’re playing by yourself.
Press the [ACMP] button to turn on the Auto Accompaniment. The Lower Keyboard is enabled for use as the chord section, and chords played in this section are automatically detected and used to generate fully automatic accompaniment with the selected Style. The Pedal Voice does not sound while the [ACMP] button is on. 4 Press the [SYNC START] button to enable synchronized start. 5 As soon as you play a chord on the Lower Keyboard, the selected Style starts.
Operating Style Playback A Style consists of rhythm and accompaniment (chords, etc.) parts. The buttons for Style playback are covered here. To Start/Stop Playing [START] button Starts playback of the current Style. When the [ACMP] button is turned off, only the rhythm part of the Style is played back. Pressing this button again stops playback. [ACMP] button Turns the Auto Accompaniment on/off.
Changing Pattern Variation (Sections) During Style Playback Each Style features four different Main sections, four Fill-in sections and a Break section. By using these sections effectively, you can easily make your performance sound more dynamic and professional. The section can be freely changed while the Style is playing back. MAIN VARIATION [A] – [D] buttons Press one of the MAIN VARIATION [A] – [D] buttons to select the desired Main section (the button lights).
Adjusting the Volume Balance You can adjust the volume balance among the keyboard parts (Upper Keyboard Voice, Lower Keyboard Voice, Pedal Voice, Lead Voice), the Style, the Multi Pad, the Song, the USB Audio Player, the microphone sound, and the sound input from the external devices. These can be adjusted in the “Volume/Pan” tab on the “Mixer” display. For details, refer to page 91. Adjusting the Tempo The TEMPO [+] and [-] buttons (page 31) let you change the playback tempo of Style, Song and Metronome.
Setting the Chord Fingering Type The Chord Fingering type determines how the chords are detected when you play along with Style playback with the [ACMP] button turned on. By default, Chord Fingering type is set to “Multi Finger,” but you can change it. 1 Call up the operation display. 2 Select the Fingering type. [MENU] Cursor buttons [U][D][L][R] Chord Fingering, [ENTER] Styles – Playing Rhythm and Accompaniment – 2 2-1 Use the Cursor buttons [U][D] to move the cursor to “Fingering Type.
AI Full Keyboard Detects chords in the Upper Keyboard, Lower Keyboard and Pedalboard. Chords are detected in a way similar to Fingered, even if you split the notes between the Upper and Lower Keyboards—for example, by playing a bass note on the Pedalboard and a chord on the Lower Keyboard, or by playing a chord on the Lower Keyboard and a melody on the Upper Keyboard. Extended chords (such as 9th, 11th and 13th) cannot be recognized.
Using the Unison Function 1 Select a compatible Style which has a “Unison” indication above the Style name on the Style Selection display. 2 Call up the operation display. 3 Select the type of the Unison function. Style Selection display [6] (Settings) TAB [l] Settings Styles – Playing Rhythm and Accompaniment – 2 3-1 Use the Cursor buttons [U][D][L][R] to move the cursor to “Unison Type.” 3-2 Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select the type. Full Suitable for a one-hand performance.
Using the Accent Function 1 Select a compatible Style and call up the operation display (steps 1 − 2 on page 51). 2 Set the “Accent Threshold” parameter to something other than “Off.” 2-1 Use the Cursor buttons [U][D][L][R] to move the cursor to “Accent Threshold.” 2-2 Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select the level at which the accents are added depending on your playing strength. High Requires strong playing (higher velocity) to have the Style generate accents. Medium Standard setting.
Automatically Shifting the Main Variations (Adaptive Style) When a compatible Style is selected and the Adaptive Style function is turned on, the Main variations change automatically depending on how dynamically you play the keyboard (such as playing strength and numbers of notes you play) without needing to press the MAIN VARIATION buttons. In between the Main A, B, C and D sections, there are more variations for the Adaptive Style.
Turning Each Part (Channel) of the Style On/Off A Style generally consists of eights parts (channels) listed below. You can add variations and change the feeling of a Style by selectively turning parts on/off as the Style plays. Parts of the Style • Rhy1, 2 (Rhythm 1, 2): These are the basic parts of the Style, containing the drum and percussion rhythm patterns. • Bass: The bass part uses various appropriate instrument sounds to match the Style.
Creating/Editing Styles (Style Creator) The Style Creator function lets you create original Styles by recording rhythm patterns from the keyboard and using already-recorded Style data. Basically, you should select a preset Style that is closest to the type you want to create, and then record each part (the rhythm pattern, bass line, chord backing, or phrase) for each Section. This section gives you a brief introduction of the Style Creator function.
Advanced Features Refer to the Reference Manual on the website, Chapter 2.
3 Live Expression Control – Applying Effects to Your Performance with the Expression Pedals and Footswitches – Right Footswitch Left Footswitch Expression Pedal Second Expression Pedal The Expression Pedals and Footswitches give you convenient foot control over various functions. For example, you can adjust the volume or apply effects to your performance by using your foot while you play the keyboards. 3 1 On the Main display, use the [u]/[d] buttons to call up “Live Exp.
Controller Function Description Right Footswitch Fill Break Press to play a Break pattern during Style playback. Same as the [BREAK] button of the Style control (page 47). Resetting the Value to the Default Pressing one of the [1]/[2] or [3]/[4] (Reset) buttons can reset the assigned function’s value for the corresponding Expression Pedal to the default.
4 Multi Pads – Adding Musical Phrases to Your Performance – The Multi Pads can be used to play a number of short prerecorded rhythmic and melodic sequences adding impact and variety to your keyboard performances. Multi Pads are grouped in Banks of four each. The instrument features a variety of Multi Pads in a variety of different musical genres. Playing the Multi Pads This section covers how to play back Multi Pads by themselves.
5 Press the [EXIT] button to return to the Main display. 6 Press any of the [2] – [5] buttons to play a Multi Pad phrase. The corresponding phrase for the button starts playing back in its entirety at the current tempo. You can play up to four Multi Pads at the same time. 6 7 7 Press the [6] (Stop) button to stop playback of the Multi Pad(s). If you want to stop specific pads, simultaneously hold down the [6] (Stop) button and press the pad(s) you wish to stop.
Using the Multi Pad Synchro Start Function You can start Multi Pad playback by playing the keyboard or by starting Style playback. 1 Select a Multi Pad Bank and return to the Main display (steps 1 – 5 on page 59.) 2 While holding the [1] (Sync) button, press the desired button or buttons from [2] – [5]. The lamps of the corresponding buttons on the display flash in orange, indicating the standby status.
5 Songs – Playing, Practicing and Recording Songs – For this instrument, “Song” refers to MIDI data which include preset Songs, commercially available MIDI format files, etc. Not only can you play back a Song and listen to it, but you can also play the keyboards and Pedalboard along with Song playback and record your own performance as a Song. MIDI Songs and Audio Files There are two kinds of data that can be recorded and played back on this instrument: MIDI Songs and audio files.
3 Use the TAB [l][r] buttons to select the location (“Preset,” “User” or “USB”) of the desired Song. NOTE The “USB” tab appears only when a USB flash drive is connected to the [USB TO DEVICE] terminal. 4 4 Use the Cursor buttons [U][D][L][R] to select the desired Song. 5 Press the SONG CONTROL [R/K] (Play/Pause) button to start playback. Queuing the next Song for playback While a Song is playing back, you can queue up the next Song for playback.
Playback-related Operations • Synchro Start While playback is stopped, hold down the SONG CONTROL [J] (Stop) button and press the [R/K] (Play/ Pause) button. The [R/K] (Play/Pause) button flashes, indicating standby status. You can start playback as soon as you play the keyboards or the Pedalboard. To cancel the Synchro Start function, press the [J] (Stop) button. • Pause Press the [R/K] (Play/Pause) button during playback. Pressing it again resumes Song playback from the current position.
Displaying Music Notation (Score) 1 Select a Song (steps 1 – 4 on page 62). 2 Press the [SONG FUNCTION] button to call up the “Song Function” window. 3 Press the [3] (Score) button to call up the Score display. You can look through the entire notation by using the TAB [l][r] buttons when the Song playback is stopped. When playback is started, the “ball” bounces along through the score, indicating the current position. You can change the displayed notation style by using the [1] – [8] buttons.
Displaying Lyrics When the selected Song contains lyrics data, you can view it on the instrument’s display. 1 Select a Song (steps 1 – 4 on page 62). 2 Press the [SONG FUNCTION] button to call up the “Song Function” window. 3 Press the [4] (Lyrics) button to call up the Lyrics display. When the Song contains lyrics data, the lyrics are shown on the display. You can look through the entire lyrics by using the TAB [l][r] buttons when Song playback is stopped.
Turning Each Part (Channel) of the Song On/Off A Song consists of 16 separate channels (parts). You can independently turn each channel of the selected Song playback on or off. 1 Call up the operation display. 2 Use the Cursor buttons [U][D][L][R] to move the cursor to the desired channel.
One-handed Practice with the Guide Function You can mute the Upper Keyboard Voice part for practicing that part on your own while you view the notes to play in the Score display. The explanations here apply when you practice the Upper Keyboard Voice part with “Follow Lights” of the Guide functions. You can also practice at your own pace — since the accompaniment waits for you to play the notes correctly. In the Score display, you can see the note to play and the current position.
8 After you practice, press one of the [6]/[7] (Play Settings) buttons to call up the “Play Settings” window, and then press the [6] (Guide) button to turn the Guide function off. Other Guide functions In addition to the “Follow Lights” function explained above, there are more functions in the Guide features, for practicing the timing of playing the keys (Any Key), for Karaoke (Karao-key) or for practicing a song at your own pace (Your Tempo).
Specifying a Range of Measures and Playing them Back Repeatedly (A-B Repeat) 1 Select a Song (steps 1 – 4 on page 62). 2 Press the [SONG FUNCTION] button to call up the “Song Function” window. 4 3 Press the SONG CONTROL [R/K] (Play/Pause) button to start playback. 4 Specify the repeat range. Press the [8] (A B) button at the starting point (A) of the range to be repeated. Press the [8] (A B) button again at the ending point (B).
Recording Your Performance You can record your performance and save it as a MIDI file (SMF format 0) to the User drive of the instrument or a USB flash drive. With this method, you can independently record the Upper Keyboard Voice part and Lower Keyboard Voice part, or re-record a specific section and edit other settings (such as Voice) after saving the data. NOTE Audio data such as the sound input from the [MIC] and [AUX IN] jacks, etc. cannot be recorded to the MIDI Songs.
4 Start recording. 5 After you finish your performance, press the [J] (Stop) to stop recording. You can start recording in several different ways: by playing the keyboards and the Pedalboard, starting a Style, playing a Multi Pad or pressing the SONG CONTROL [R/K] (Play/Pause) button. A message may appear prompting you to save the recorded data. To hear the recorded performance, press the [R/K] (Play/Pause) button. 6 Save the recorded performance as a Song.
3 Press the [REC] button. NOTE 4 The “MIDI Song Quick Recording” window is called up. Also, the [REC] and [R/K] (Play/Pause) buttons flash, indicating the standby status. Use the [1] – [6] buttons to turn on the desired parts for recording. [1] Upper Upper Keyboard Voice [2] Lead Lead Voice [3] Lower Lower Keyboard Voice [4] Pedal Pedal Voice [5] Style Style parts [6] M.Pad Multi Pad parts 5 Start recording. 6 After you finish your performance, press the [J] (Stop) to stop recording.
Recording specific Channels individually (Multi Track Recording) You can create a Song consisting of 16 channels by recording your performance to each part one-by-one over a different channel number. This enables you to create a complete piece which would otherwise be difficult, or even impossible to play live. 1 Before recording, make the necessary settings, such as Voice/ Style selection. 2 Press the SONG CONTROL [REC] button and the [J] (Stop) button simultaneously.
6 Start recording. 7 After you finish your performance, press the [J] (Stop) button to stop recording. You can start recording in several different ways: by playing the keyboards and the Pedalboard, starting a Style, playing a Multi Pad, or pressing the SONG CONTROL [R/K] (Play/Pause) button. A message may appear prompting you to save the recorded data. To hear the recorded performance, press the [R/K] (Play/Pause) button. Record your performance to another channel by repeating steps 4 to 6 above.
6 USB Audio Player/Recorder – Recording and Playing Audio Files – The convenient USB Audio Player/Recorder function allows you to play back audio files (WAV) saved to a USB flash drive — directly from the instrument. Moreover, since you can record your performances and recordings as audio files (WAV) to a USB flash drive, it is possible to play back the files on computer, share them with your friends, and record your own CDs to enjoy as well.
4 Select the desired file by using the Cursor buttons [U][D][L][R]. NOTE Audio files take a slightly longer time to load than other files. 4 5 NOTE Viewing Audio file information Pressing the [5] (Info) button calls up the Information window from which you can view the file name, sample rate etc. of the selected file. 5 6 Press the [1] (Audio Play) button to start playback. If “Info” is not shown, press the [8] (Close) button to call it up.
Making detailed settings for Audio playback You can make detailed settings related to Audio playback on the “USB Audio Player” display. Use the Cursor buttons [U][D][L][R] to move the cursor to the desired parameter, and then use the [u]/[d] buttons to set the parameters. Repeat Mode Selects the repeat mode of Audio playback. • Off: Plays through the selected file, and then stops. • Single: Plays through the selected file repeatedly.
Recording Your Performance as Audio (USB Audio Recorder) You can record your performance as an audio file (WAV format — 44.1 kHz sample rate, 16-bit resolution, stereo) directly to a USB flash drive. This instrument allows you to record up to 80 minutes per single recording, though this may differ depending on the capacity of the USB flash drive.
6 After you finish your performance, press the [3] (J) button to stop recording. Recorded data is automatically saved to the USB flash drive as a file with the name automatically set. 7 Press the [4] (R/K) button to play back the recorded performance. To see the file of the recorded performance in the File Selection display, press the [8] (Files) button. NOTE The recording operation continues, even if you close the “USB Audio Player” display by pressing the [EXIT] button.
7 Microphone – Sing Along with Song Playback or Your Own Performance – By connecting a microphone to the [MIC] jack, you can enjoy singing along with your keyboard performance or with Song playback. The instrument outputs your vocals through the built-in speakers. Connecting a Microphone 1 Before turning on the power of the instrument, turn down the [MASTER VOLUME] dial to the minimum position.
6 Make the basic settings for using a microphone. 6-1 Use the Cursor buttons [U][D][L][R] to move the cursor to “Gain,” “Pan” or the Volume meter. Gain Adjust the input level while checking the Input Level meter at the right end. Make sure to adjust it so the meter lights in green or yellow. When the input level is too high, it lights in red. Pan Adjusts the stereo position of the microphone sound. Volume Adjusts the output volume of the microphone sound.
8 Registration Memory/Playlist – Saving and Recalling Custom Panel Setups – Registration Memory/Playlist– Saving and Recalling Custom Panel Setups – The Registration Memory and Playlist functions allow you to call up your custom panel settings instantly. Registration Memory (page 84) You can register your custom panel settings (such as combinations of Voices for each keyboard part and Style) to each of the REGISTRATION MEMORY [1] – [8] buttons.
Saving and Recalling Panel Setups with Registration Memory Calling Up Panel Setups from Registration Memory The preset Registration Bank files and your custom panel setups saved as a bank file (page 86) can be called up by the following procedure. For details on the preset Registration Bank files, refer to the Data List on the website.
Registering Your Panel Setups NOTICE All of the REGISTRATION MEMORY [1] – [8] buttons contain the setup data. If you register your panel setups to these buttons, the previously memorized data will be erased and replaced by the new one. If you want to keep the data memorized to these buttons, save them as a Bank file (page 86). 1 Make the desired panel settings, such as those for Voices, Styles and Effects.
Saving the Registration Memory as a Bank file You can save all panel setups registered to the eight buttons as a single Registration Bank file. 1 Press one of the BANK [+]/[-] buttons to call up the Registration Bank Selection display. 2 2 Save the data as a Bank file by following the instructions on page 26. Using Playlists to Manage a Large Repertoire of Panel Setups The Playlist is useful for managing multiple set lists for your performances.
Use the TAB [l][r] buttons to select the location (“Preset,” “User” or “USB”) of the desired Playlist. 5 Use the Cursor buttons [U][D][L][R] to select the desired Playlist. 6 Press the [EXIT] button to return to the “Playlist” display. 7 Move the cursor to the desired Record (link to a Bank file) by using the Cursor buttons [U][D], and then press the [ENTER] button. The Registration Bank registered as the Playlist Record is recalled and the “Action” (page 89) you’ve made is executed.
Adding a Record (Link to a Bank file) to a Playlist By adding Records to a Playlist, you can directly recall desired Registration Bank files from the Playlist for each performance. 1 Press the [PLAYLIST] button to call up the “Playlist” display. The Playlist file which was selected the last time appears.
To add a Record by using the search function: 3-1 Press the [4] (Search) button to call up the “Registration Bank Search” window. 3-2 If necessary, use the [1]/[2] (Update) buttons to update the data used for searching. This operation is needed when new Registration Bank files are added or the USB flash drive containing Bank files is connected, in order to register these files as search targets.
Record Name Determines the name of the Record. Pressing the [ENTER] button calls up the Character Entry window (page 30) and lets you edit the name. Action Additional actions after selecting the Record and recalling the Bank. Set this to “On” to call up the following actions. • Load Registration Memory: Recalls the Registration Memory corresponding to the number selected here. • View Settings: Displays the view (score, lyrics or text) selected here. When “Off” is selected, no view is displayed.
9 Mixer – Editing the Volume and Tonal Balance – The Mixer gives you intuitive control over aspects of the keyboard parts and Style/Song channels, including volume balance and the timbre of the sounds. It lets you adjust the levels and stereo position (pan) of each Voice to set the optimum balance and stereo image, and lets you set how the effects are applied. Basic Procedure Press the [MIXER/EQ] button to call up the “Mixer” display.
3 [3] Style Select this when you want to adjust the balance among the parts of the Style. • Rhy1, Rhy2: These are the basic parts of the Style, containing the drum and percussion rhythm patterns. • Bass: The bass part uses various appropriate instrument sounds to match the Style. • Chd1, Chd2: These comprise the rhythmic chord backing, commonly consisting of piano or guitar Voices. • Pad: This part is used for sustained instruments such as strings, organ, choir, etc.
To save the “Style” settings: Save them as a Style file to the User drive or USB flash drive. If you want to recall the settings for future use, select the Style file saved here. 1. Call up the operation display. [MENU] Cursor buttons [U][D][L][R] Style Creator, [ENTER] 2. After a message appears, prompting you to edit the existing Style or create a new Style, press one of the [5]/[6] (Current Style) buttons. 3.
10 Connections – Using Your Instrument with Other Devices – CAUTION Before connecting the instrument to other electronic devices, turn off the power of all the devices. Also, before turning any devices on or off, make sure to set all volume levels to minimum (0). Otherwise, damage to the devices, electrical shock, or even permanent hearing loss may occur. NOTICE Do not place any external devices in an unstable position. Doing so may cause the device to fall and result in damage.
Using USB Flash Drives To protect your data (write-protect) By connecting a USB flash drive to the [USB TO DEVICE] terminal, you can save your custom data to the connected drive, as well as read data from it. To prevent important data from being inadvertently erased, apply the write-protect provided with each USB flash drive. If you are saving data to the USB flash drive, make sure to disable write-protect.
Connecting to a Computer ([USB TO HOST] terminal) By connecting a computer to the [USB TO HOST] terminal, you can transmit/receive MIDI data or Audio data between the instrument and the computer. For details on using a computer with this instrument, refer to “Computer-related Operations” on the website. CAUTION If you are using a DAW (digital audio workstation) application with this instrument, set the Audio Loopback function (see below) to off.
Connecting to a Smart Device ([USB TO HOST] terminal/ [AUX IN] jack) Connecting a smart device such as a smart phone or tablet provides the following advantages: • By connecting to the [USB TO HOST] terminal via USB cable, you can use compatible smart device apps and transmit/receive audio data (USB Audio Interface function; page 96). • By connecting to the [AUX IN] jack, you can hear the sound output from the smart device through the built-in speakers of the instrument.
Listening to Audio Playback by an External Device through the Instrument’s Speaker ([AUX IN] jack/[USB TO HOST] terminal) Audio playback by the connected device can be output from the instrument’s speaker. To input audio, connect an external device by one of the following methods.
Connecting an External Stereo System (AUX OUT [R]/[L/L+R] jacks) You can connect a stereo system to amplify the instrument’s sound by using the AUX OUT [R] /[L/L+R] jacks. Powered speaker Input jack Phone plug (standard) Audio signal Phone plug (standard) Audio cable NOTICE Connections – Using Your Instrument with Other Devices – • To avoid possible damage, first turn on the power to the instrument, and then to the external device.
11 Menu – Making Global Settings and Using Advanced Features – The Menu provides a variety of convenient settings and tools for the instrument. These include general settings that affect the entire instrument, as well as detailed settings for specific functions. Also included are advanced Creator features, such as for Styles, Songs and Multi Pads. Basic Procedure 1 Press the [MENU] button to call up the “Menu” display.
Function List Menu1 Description Owner’s Manual Reference Manual Keyboard For making the keyboard related settings, such as part assignment and Initial Touch. Page 41 Chapter 1 Style For turning each part (channel) of the selected Style on/off. Page 54 – Song For turning each part (channel) of the selected Song on/off. Page 67 Tune For fine-tuning the pitch of the entire instrument in approx. 0.2 Hz steps.
Menu2 Description Owner’s Manual Reference Manual Style Creator For creating a Style by editing the preset Style, or by recording Style channels one by one. Page 55 Chapter 2 Song Creator For creating a Song by editing the recorded Song or by re-recording a specific section. – Chapter 5 Multi Pad Creator For creating a Multi Pad by editing a preset Multi Pad, by recording a new one, or by using an audio file.
Troubleshooting Overall A click or pop is heard when the power is turned on or off. This is normal. Electrical current is being applied to the instrument. The power is automatically turned off. This is normal and due to the Auto Power Off function. If necessary, change the setting of the Auto Power Off function (page 16). Noise is heard from the instrument’s speakers. Noise may be heard if a mobile phone is used near the instrument or if the phone is ringing.
The keyboard volume is lower than the Song/Style playback volume. The volume of the keyboard parts may be set too low. Adjust the volume by using the VOLUME buttons for each part, or in the “Mixer” display (page 91). Some characters of the file/folder name are garbled. The language settings have been changed. Set the appropriate language for the file/folder name (page 15). An existing file is not shown. The file extension (.MID, etc.) may have been changed or deleted.
Song Songs cannot be selected. This may be because the language settings have been changed. Set the appropriate language for the Song file name. If the size of the Song data is large (about 300 KB or greater), the Song cannot be selected because the data is too large to be handled by the instrument. Song playback stops before the Song is finished. The Guide function is turned on. (In this case, playback is “waiting” for the correct key to be played.
Assembly 2 Stand Assembly 2-1 Spread the packing sheet or a large soft cloth, CAUTION such as a blanket, to protect the floor. • Assembly should be carried out by at least two persons. • Assemble the stand on a hard and flat floor with ample space. • To disassemble, reverse the assembly sequence. 1 Insert the upper and lower frames to the legs (L and R). Confirm that all parts shown in the illustration are provided. NOTICE Failure to do so might result in damage to the floor.
4-1 Attach two braces to the upper frame by using 3-2 the knob bolt (small) of the brace. Tighten the knob bolt (small). 3-2 4-2 Put the positioning hole of the brace onto the screw on the lower frame, and then tighten the knob bolt (small). Stand top Positioning hole Knob bolt hole 3-2 Securely tighten the legs and the upper and lower frames using four knob bolts (large).
Placing the Pedal Unit CAUTION Installing and Connecting the Main Unit Take care not to drop the Pedal unit or to pinch your finger(s). 1 2 Assemble the Pedal unit by following the instructions in the Owner’s Manual of the Pedal unit. CAUTION • Be careful not to drop the Main unit or to get your fingers caught between the Main unit and the stand parts. • Do not hold the keys. Since this may damage or result in a malfunction.
2 Connect the Pedal cord plug to the [TO PEDAL] jack on the rear of Main unit. Post-assembly checklist Once you’ve completed the assembly, check the following points: • Are there any parts left over? If so, read the assembly instructions again and correct any mistakes you might have made. • Does the instrument make a rattling noise when you play it or move it? If so, take the Main unit off from the stand and properly tighten all knob bolts.
4 Using the Bench Turn over the bench as shown in the illustration. The lock is at the rear side of the bench. To keep the bench from teetering, rotate the caps of the rear side as necessary. WARNING • Always place the bench on a flat, stable surface. Placing the bench on uneven surfaces may result in it becoming unstable or overturn, and possibly result in injury. • Keep special watch over any small children, since the bench is not stable compared to benches of four legs.
Specifications Product Name Overall Dimensions (W × D × H) Weight Main Unit Dimensions (W × D × H) Weight Pedal Unit (PK-20) Dimensions (W × D × H) Stand Dimensions (W × D × H) Weight Weight Bench Dimensions (W × D × H) Weight Control Interface Keyboard Number of Keys (Upper Keyboard) Number of Keys (Lower Keyboard) Type Initial Touch Pedal Unit (PK-20) Number of Keys (Pedalboard) 6.4 kg 638 mm × 324 mm × 580 mm 5.
Songs (MIDI) Preset Number of Preset Songs 5 Recording Number of Tracks 16 Data Capacity Format Quick Recording, Multi Track Recording Playback SMF (Format 0 & 1), XF Recording USB Audio Recorder Recording Time (max.) Format WAV (44.1 kHz, 16-bit, stereo) Recording WAV (44.
Storage and Connectivity Connectivity Sound System Amplifiers USB TO DEVICE Yes Yes USB TO HOST (15 W + 5 W) × 2 Speakers (12 cm + 8 cm) × 2 Power Supply AC Adaptor PA-300C (Output: DC 16 V, 2.4 A) Power Consumption 20 W Auto Power Off Yes Included Accessories • • • • • • Owner’s Manual (this book) Online Member Product Registration Music rest Stand Bench Pedal unit PK-20 with corresponding Owner’s Manual Separately Sold Accessories (May not be available depending on your area.
Index Symbols & Numerics [u]/[d] buttons ........................................................... 20 [1] – [8] buttons ............................................................ 21 A A-B Repeat (Song) ....................................................... 70 A-B Repeat (USB Audio) .............................................. 77 Accent .......................................................................... 52 Accessories ....................................................................
O One Touch Setting ....................................................... 47 Organ Flutes Voice ....................................................... 38 OTS Link ....................................................................... 47 Owner Name ................................................................ 16 P Pause (Song) ................................................................ 64 Pause (USB Audio) ...................................................... 77 Pedal Unit .....................
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