NP-32 NP-12 Owner’s Manual Before using the instrument, be sure to read “PRECAUTIONS” on pages 5 - 7.
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OBSERVERA! Apparaten kopplas inte ur växelströmskällan (nätet) så länge som den ar ansluten till vägguttaget, även om själva apparaten har stängts av. ADVARSEL: Netspændingen til dette apparat er IKKE afbrudt, sålænge netledningen sidder i en stikkontakt, som er tændt — også selvom der er slukket på apparatets afbryder. VAROITUS: Laitteen toisiopiiriin kytketty käyttökytkin ei irroita koko laitetta verkosta.
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.
Battery • Follow the precautions below. Failure to do so might result in explosion, fire, overheating or battery fluid leakage. - Do not tamper with or disassemble batteries. - Do not dispose of batteries in fire. - Do not attempt to recharge batteries that are not designed to be charged. - Keep the batteries separate from metallic objects such as necklaces, hairpins, coins, and keys. - Use the specified battery type (page 12) only.
Information Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use or modifications to the instrument, or data that is lost or destroyed. About copyrights Always turn the power off when the instrument is not in use. Even when the [p] (Standby/On) switch is in standby status (power lamp is off), electricity is still flowing to the instrument at the minimum level. When you are not using the instrument for a long time, make sure you unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet.
Thank you for choosing this Yamaha product. In order to make the most of the performance potential and features of the instrument, please read the manual thoroughly, and keep it in a handy place for later reference. Table of Contents Introduction ...................................................................9 Recording Your Performance ....................................18 About the Manuals ......................................................................... 9 Deleting Recorded Song .....
Introduction About the Manuals Accessories Online Manuals (PDF) • Owner’s Manual (this book) • AC adaptor May not be included depending on your particular area. Please check with your Yamaha dealer. • Online Member Product Registration You will need the PRODUCT ID on the sheet in order to fill out the User Registration form. • Music rest In addition to this manual, the following online manuals are also available.
Panel Controls and Connectors Top Panel *The illustration shows the NP-32. 1 2 [MASTER VOLUME] For controlling the volume. Turning the dial to [MAX] increases the volume, while turning to [MIN] decreases it. [p] (Standby/On) Turns the power on/off. Press the button to turn the power on; the lamp next to [PIANO 1] lights up. Holding down the button for about one second turns the power off. Minimize the volume before turning the power on.
Panel Controls and Connectors Rear Panel *The illustration shows the NP-32. 9 [SUSTAIN] For connecting a separately sold footswitch or foot pedal. Pressing the connected footswitch/foot pedal sustains notes longer. • Turn the power off when connecting or disconnecting the footswitch/foot pedal. • Do not turn the power on while pressing the footswitch/foot pedal. Otherwise, the switch or pedal type (on/off) might be reversed.
Setting Up Although the instrument will run either from an optional AC adaptor or batteries, Yamaha recommends use of an AC adaptor whenever possible, for optimum eco-friendly operation. Using an AC Adaptor Using Batteries Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN jack and an AC outlet following the order of 1 2 in the illustration below. When disconnecting, turn the power off and disconnect the AC adaptor in order of 2 1. (Six commercially available 1.
Enjoying the Sounds of the Instrument Selecting Voices The instrument has ten different sounds, which can be selected by Voice buttons (page 10). You can switch between the upper- and lower-indicated Voices by pressing the Voice buttons located under the Voices. Once selected, the lamp corresponding to the selected Voice’s side lights up. Listening to the Voice Demo Songs The instrument features special Voice Demo Songs that effectively showcase each of the Voices.
Enjoying the Sounds of the Instrument Combining Voices (Dual) You can layer two Voices and play them simultaneously. Choose two desired Voices, then press those Voice buttons simultaneously. Press one of the Voice buttons to exit from Dual. In Dual, a Voice assigned to a smaller group number will be designated as Voice 1, and a Voice assigned to a larger group number will be designated as Voice 2 (see the illustration). You cannot layer two Voices from the same group.
Enjoying the Sounds of the Instrument Listening to the Piano Demo Songs The instrument provides ten different Piano Demo Songs. (Numbers 1 to 10 are printed above the keys on the top panel.) Select your favorite number from the Piano Demo Song List below, and press the corresponding key while holding down [DEMO]. The selected Piano Demo Song will play back followed by the rest of the songs in sequence. Press [DEMO] to stop playback.
Using the Metronome Playing back the Metronome Press [METRONOME] to play back the metronome, and press again to stop it. Adjusting the Tempo Press [t] or [s] while holding down [METRONOME] during playback. Press [t]/[s] simultaneously to restore the default setting. You can also enter a specific tempo number by using the keyboad. Refer to figure , on page 17. Setting range: 32 - 280 (default setting: 120) Setting the Beat Press [<] or [>] while holding down [METRONOME] during playback.
Using the Metronome Setting the Metronome Using the Keyboard While holding down [METRONOME], pressing the corresponding keys shown in the illustration below allows you to enter a specific tempo number, adjust the volume of the metronome (see figure below), and so on. Entering a specific tempo number The numbers 0 - 9 are assigned to the keys C1 - A1, respectively (the numbers are shown on the top panel of the instrument).
Recording Your Performance You can record one song on the instrument. Since settings cannot be changed once recording starts, make the settings according to your preferences beforehand. NOTICE If a previously recorded song already exists, the [PLAY] lamp is lit. Recording another song while the [PLAY] lamp is on deletes the previously recorded song. 1 Recording standby 2 3 Start recording Flashes Press [REC]. Play the keyboard. Press [REC].
Backing up Data and Initializing the Settings Backing up Data The following settings are maintained even if you turn the power off. • Recorded Song data (page 18) • Auto Power Off • Tuning (page 21) • Touch Sensitivity • Operation Confirmation Sounds • Metronome Volume/Beat (pages 16, 17) Initializing the Settings While holding down the highest key, turn the power on to initialize the backup data to the factory settings.
Customizing the Settings To set items shown in the tables below, hold down the corresponding buttons or button, and press the corresponding keys. When you change a setting, a confirmation sound (page 21) will let you know that the change has been completed. Reverb Depth Octave Shift Down 1 Transpose Up 1 Reverb Type To restore the default setting, press a key marked with . Item Octave Shift Keys D3 Setting range: –1 - +1 D#3 Refer to “Octave Shift” on page 14 for details on octave shift in Dual mode.
Customizing the Settings Local Control*: On/Off Tuning MIDI Transmit Channel* MIDI Receive Channel* Off Auto Power Off Enable/Disable Touch Sensitivity Program Change*: On/Off Control Change*: On/Off Enable/Disable Operation Confirmation Sounds * Refer to the Online Manual “MIDI Reference” for information about “MIDI Transmit/Receive Channel,” “Local Control,” “Program Change” and “Control Change.” To restore the default setting, press a key marked with .
Troubleshooting Problem When the instrument is turned on or off, a popping sound is temporarily produced. The instrument does not turn on. Cause This is normal and indicates that the instrument is receiving electrical power. The plugs are not properly connected. The batteries are low or dead. Solution — Securely connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN jack on the instrument and to the AC outlet (page 12). Use either new batteries or recharged Ni-MH batteries, or use the included AC adaptor (page 12).
Specifications Item NP-32 (Digital Keyboard) Dimensions Weight Number of Keys Type Touch Response Tone Generation Polyphony Preset Types Function Preset W×D×H NP-12 (Digital Keyboard) 1,036mm × 259mm × 105mm (40-13/16" × 10-3/16" × 4-1/8") 4.5kg (9 lbs., 15 oz.) 61 (C1 - C6) Box Type Keyboard Hard/Medium/Soft/Fixed Tone Generating Technology AWM Stereo Sampling Number of Polyphony (Max.
Index A Program Change .............................................................................................. 21 AC Adaptor ........................................................................................................ 12 Accessories ......................................................................................................... 9 Auto Power Off ................................................................................................. 21 R B Backing up Data ............
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