Digital Workstation Owner’s Manual Thank you for purchasing this Yamaha Digital Workstation! This electric keyboard for professional entertainers not only has a wide selection of Voices and versatile functions but also gives you the potential of expanding content for the instrument. We recommend that you read this manual carefully so that you can fully take advantage of the advanced and convenient functions of the instrument.
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For the AC adaptor Explanation of Graphical Symbols CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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. • When setting up, make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. If some trouble or malfunction occurs, immediately turn off the power switch of the instrument and disconnect the AC adaptor from the outlet.
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 multipleconnector. Doing so can result in lower sound quality, or possibly cause overheating in the outlet.
Main Features Created to meet the demands of Oriental music entertainers, the PSR-A5000 is an inspirational delight—featuring extraordinary sound, advanced functions, and wonderfully expressive control. Amazingly expressive and realistic Voices The PSR-A5000 boasts a comprehensive set of authentic sounding Oriental Voices, including Oud, Nay and Qanoon.
Compatible formats for the instrument GM (General MIDI) is one of the most common Voice allocation formats. GM System Level 2 is a standard specification that enhances the original GM format and improves Song data compatibility. It provides for increased polyphony, greater Voice selection, expanded Voice parameters, and integrated effect processing.
About the Manuals This instrument has the following documents and instructional materials. Included Documents Owner’s Manual (this book) Provides overall explanations of the PSR-A5000 basic functions. About the Manuals Online Materials (downloadable from the Internet) Reference Manual (only in English, French, German, Turkish, Arabic, and Persian) Explains advanced features of the instrument, such as creating original Styles, Songs and Multi Pads, and making the settings of specific parameters.
Using the PSR-A5000—a Broad Overview This section provides a helpful overview of the wide range of functions available in this instrument, and places you can find necessary information on those topics. If you need help in understanding a feature, function or operation—or need to have a general understanding of what the instrument can do and how to effectively use it—look through this section. OM * : PSR-A5000 Owner’s Manual (this book). The relevant chapter names are shown after this symbol.
Using the PSR-A5000 with a computer Connecting a computer to the instrument OM Connections Transferring files (Songs, Styles, Backup files, etc) Using the PSR-A5000—a Broad Overview Playing back Songs on a computer via the instrument sounds Computer-related Operations (*) Recording your keyboard performance to a computer Obtaining the Expansion Packs made by Yamaha (also called “Premium Packs”) Yamaha MusicSoft website https://www.yamahamusicsoft.
Contents PRECAUTIONS ...................................................................................................................................................... 5 Main Features ......................................................................................................................................................... 7 Included Accessories ..............................................................................................................................................
Operation Guide 4 Singing with Song Playback—Operations While Performing...70 Controlling Song Playback .................................................................................................................................... 70 Using Song Position Markers (MIDI Songs only) .................................................................................................. 73 Displaying Score, Lyrics, and Text files during Playback .................................................................
Major Functions and Terms This section briefly explains the key functions of this instrument, to help you better understand the overall capabilities and musical potential. Styles—Rhythm and Auto Accompaniment The PSR-A5000 features a variety of accompaniment and rhythmic backing patterns (called “Styles”) in a variety of different musical genres including Arabic music, pop, jazz, and many others.
Scale Tune—Selecting or Creating a Temperament The Scale Tune function allows you to select, create and use desired temperament to fit the music you want to play. You can memorize the temperament to Scale Tune Memory buttons and recall it instantly with the buttons during your performance. The memorized settings on five Scale Tune Memory buttons can be saved as a single Scale Tune Memory Bank file.
Panel Controls and Terminals Top Panel y q r t w !9 u i e o !2 !0 !1 !3 @0 !7 !4 !6 !5 !8 q [ ] (Standby/On) switch ................................ Page 20 Turns on the instrument’s power or sets to standby. w [MASTER VOLUME] dial ............................. Page 20 Adjusts the overall volume. e [ASSIGN] button, LIVE CONTROL knobs ........................................................................... Page 56 Assigns functions and controls sounds in real time. r SONG [PLAYER] button .
@2 @4 Panel Controls and Terminals @1 @3 @5 @6 @7 @8 @9 #0 #1 #2 !5 Joystick, [JOYSTICK HOLD] button ........... Page 62 For using pitch bend, modulation and assigned functions. @2 [MENU] button......................................... Pages 25, 29 Calls up the Menu display, which allows you to call up various functions. !6 [STYLE TEMPO LOCK/ASSIGNABLE] button ................................................................
@9 REGISTRATION MEMORY buttons........... Page 89 For registering and recalling panel setups. #0 ONE TOUCH SETTING buttons............Pages 43, 54 Calls up the appropriate panel settings for the Style. #1 MULTI PAD CONTROL buttons ...........Pages 53, 64 Selects and plays a rhythmic or melodic Multi Pad phrase. #2 UPPER OCTAVE buttons ............................... Page 55 Shifts the pitch of the keyboard in octave steps.
o !0 Panel Controls and Terminals i !1 u [GAIN] knob................................................... Page 103 For adjusting the input level of the [MIC/GUITAR INPUT] jack. !0 USB TO DEVICE terminals ......................... Page 108 For connecting USB devices, such as a USB flash drive, or an optional wireless LAN adaptor, etc. i FOOT PEDAL [1], [2] jacks.......................... Page 107 For connecting footswitches and/or foot controllers. !1 [USB TO HOST] terminal.............................
Starting Up Power Supply Connect the AC adaptor in the order shown in the illustration. 3 2 AC outlet 1 AC adaptor Power cord DC IN jack (page 18) The shape of the plug and outlet differs depending on your area. WARNING Use the specified AC adaptor (page 119) 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.
Auto Power Off function To prevent unnecessary power consumption, this instrument features an Auto Power Off function that automatically turns the power off if the instrument is not operated for a specified period of time. The amount of time that elapses before the power is automatically turned off is approximately 30 minutes by default; however, you can change the setting (page 21). NOTICE Any data which is not saved via the Save operation will be lost if the power automatically turns off.
Changing the Brightness of the Main Display and Button Lamps Here you can change the brightness of the main display and button lamps. 1 Call up the operation display (Utility) (step 1 on page 21). 2 Call up the “Touch Screen/Display” display. Touch [Touch Screen/Display] on the display. 3 Change the settings by touching the display. Screen Use the slider to adjust the brightness of the main display. Button Lamps Touch []/[] to adjust the brightness of the button lamps.
Display Structure This instrument has an LCD touch screen display and button lamps for visually helping you understand the current status. Panel buttons and lamps The LCD indicates the parameters and values related to the currently selected operation. You can operate by touching the 'virtual' buttons or sliders on the display. For details on the display structure, see below.
How to call up the major function displays by the buttons This map shows how to call up the displays for each key function by the buttons on the panel. Song Playback display This is for controlling Song playback (pages 66, 70). Song Recording display For recording your performance (page 87). Style Selection display One of the File Selection displays (page 28) for selecting Styles. Mixer display For adjusting the parameters of each part, such as volume, pan, and EQ (page 83).
Display Structure Menu display By touching each of the icons, you can call up various functions, such as Song Score, Volume Balance and other detailed settings. (page 29) Mic Setting display This is for making settings for the microphone or the guitar sound (page 104). Playlist display This is for selecting and editing Playlists. (page 93) Voice Selection display One of the File Selection displays for selecting Voices for the keyboard parts (page 48).
Basic Operations Display Configuration This section covers the most often used displays: Home, File Selection and Menu. The Home display appears when the power is turned on. The term “File Selection display” refers to all the various displays called up on the instrument from which you can select files. The Menu display is a portal display for various functions and can be called up by pressing the [MENU] button. Home Display Appears when the power is turned on.
t Other Information area Indicates the current status, such as the current Registration Memory or Scale Tune information. For details, see below. y Shortcut area Contains the shortcut icons which let you call up various functions with a single touch. Touching a shortcut icon calls up the display of the corresponding function. You can also register your own custom shortcut icons as desired here, via the Assignable display (page 97).
File Selection Display The File Selection display is for selecting a Voice, Style, Song, Multi Pad set and other items. You can call up this display by touching the name of the Voice, Style or Song on the Home display, or by pressing one of the VOICE buttons or STYLE buttons, etc. The displays differ depending on which file type is selected. For example, when Voice is selected, the Voice Selection display is called up.
Menu Display This is the portal display for using various functions and can be called up by pressing the [MENU] button. Basic Operations Various convenient functions are shown via icons, and touching one of them calls up the corresponding function. This list consists of two pages, which you can select by touching [Menu 1] or [Menu 2], or pressing the [MENU] button several times. For brief information on each function, refer to the “Function List” (page 111).
Display-based Controls The display of this instrument is a special touch screen that allows you to select or change the desired parameter by simply touching the corresponding setting on the display. You can also decrease/increase the value in small steps by rotating the Data dial or pressing the [DEC]/[INC] button. Using the display (touch screen) NOTICE Do not use any sharp or hard tools to operate the touch screen. Doing so may damage the display.
Using the Data dial, [ENTER] button, and [DEC]/[INC] buttons Depending on the display, the Data dial and the buttons can be used in the following two ways. Adjusting the parameter values After selecting the desired parameter by touching it, use the Data dial or the [DEC]/[INC] buttons to adjust the value. This is useful if you have difficulty adjusting by touching on the display, or want finer control over the adjustment.
Calling up the Desired Display Instantly—Direct Access With the convenient Direct Access function, you can instantly call up the desired display—with just a single additional button press. Refer to the “Direct Access Chart” on page 113 for a list of the displays that can be called up with the Direct Access function. 1 Press the [DIRECT ACCESS] button. A message appears in the display prompting you to press the appropriate button.
File Management Data you have created such as recorded Songs and edited Voices can be saved as files to the instrument (referred to as “User drive”) or a USB flash drive. If you’ve saved a lot of files, you may have trouble finding the desired file quickly. To make operation easier, you can organize your files in folders, rename the files, delete unnecessary files, etc. These operations are done in the File Selection display.
6 Touch [OK] in the Character Entry window to actually save the file. The saved file will be automatically located at the appropriate position among the files in alphabetical order. Creating a new folder Folders can be created, named and organized as desired, making it easier to find and select your original data. 1 In the File Selection display, touch the User tab (page 28), and then select the location to which you want to create a new folder. To show the next higher level folder, touch (Up).
4 Select the desired files/folders by touching each item. One or more files/folders can be selected (highlighted). To cancel the selection, touch the same item again. Touch [Select All] to select all items indicated on the current display including the other pages. To cancel the selection, touch [All Off]. 5 7 Select the desired destination (path) to paste the files/folders.
Entering Characters This section covers how to enter characters for naming your files/folders, inputting keywords when searching for files, etc. Entering characters is done in the display shown below. 2, 3 1 1 Touch the character type. Touching [Symbol] (or [abc]) switches between entering symbols or Roman letters (and numbers). To switch between entering capital letters or small letters, touch (Shift).
Locking the Panel Settings (Panel Lock) When the panel settings are locked, nothing happens, even when you press any of the panel buttons. For example, when you take a break during your performance and leave the instrument unattended, this feature protects the panel settings from being accessed by others. 1 Call up the Panel Lock display via [MENU] [Panel Lock]. The numeric keypad for PIN code entry is called up.
Workflow Guide—for Performing on the PSR-A5000 Creating panel settings manually and performing a single song Playing the keyboard with Styles (Auto Accompaniment) Optimum panel settings for the current Style (One Touch Setting) ... p. 43 Setting up the Style Calling up the most appropriate panel settings (Keyboard Parts, Harmony/Arpeggio, or Multi Pads) for the selected Style. or ... p. 40 Setting up the Voices ... p. 44 (Setting up keyboard parts) Setting up Harmony/ Arpeggio ... p.
Setting up Scale Tune Workflow Guide—for Performing on the PSR-A5000 Assigning functions to controllers ... p. 56 Playing with Styles ... p. 78 Operations during performance: p. 58 Setting up Scale Tune Singing with Song playback Setting up Multi Pads ... p. 53 Assigning functions to controllers ... p. 56 ... p. 78 Operations during performance: p. 70 Registering the Registration Memory to a Playlist ... p. 93 Editing the Playlist for your live performance set list ... p.
1 Operation Guide Playing with Styles—Setting Up This section gives you basic steps on how to enhance your keyboard performance with Styles (Rhythm and Auto Accompaniment). Follow the various instructions below for completely setting up your performance of a single Song, including a Style, Keyboard Parts (Voices), Multi Pad, and various types of controllers. The settings made in this section can be collectively stored in the Registration Memory as one song setting (page 89).
4 If necessary, try out the selected Style. NOTE Press the STYLE CONTROL [ ] (SYNC START) button, and then play chords with your left hand. To stop Style Playback, press the STYLE CONTROL [ ] (START/STOP) button. For more details on operating Style playback, refer to page 58. Style Characteristics The particular type of Style is indicated the upper left of the Style name in the Style Selection display. The defining characteristics of these Styles and their performance advantages are described below.
Adjusting the tempo The TEMPO [-] and [+] buttons let you change the playback tempo of the Metronome, Style and MIDI Song. The tempo of the Style and MIDI Song can also be adjusted via the [RESET/TAP TEMPO] button. NOTE If you want to adjust the tempo of an Audio Song, use the Time Stretch function on page 72. TEMPO [-]/[+] buttons Press the TEMPO [-] or [+] button to call up the Tempo pop-up display.
Optimum Panel Settings for the Current Style (One Touch Setting) One Touch Setting is a powerful and convenient feature that automatically calls up the most appropriate panel settings (Voices, effects, etc.) for the currently selected Style, with the touch of a single button. If you’ve already decided which Style you wish to use, you can have One Touch Setting automatically select the appropriate Voice for you. 1 Select the desired Style (steps 1–2 on page 40).
Setting up Keyboard Parts There are four keyboard parts for your manual performance: LEFT, RIGHT 1, RIGHT 2 and RIGHT 3, and each part has one Voice. You can combine these parts by using the PART ON/OFF buttons to create luscious instrument textures and convenient performance combinations.
Holding the LEFT part Voice (Left Hold) By turning on the PART ON/OFF [LEFT HOLD] button when the LEFT part is ON, the LEFT part Voice is held even when the keys are released. Non-decaying Voices such as strings are held continuously, while decay-type Voices such as piano decay more slowly (as if the sustain pedal has been pressed). This function is convenient when used along with Style playback since the sound of the chords matching Style playback are maintained.
q Split Point (Style + Left) Sets Split Point (Style) and Split Point (Left) to the same note. In this case, the Chord Section and the LEFT part section occupy the same area. Specify the Split Point directly from the keyboard by simultaneously holding [Style + Left] on the display and pressing the desired key on the keyboard. Split Point (Style + Left) Chord + LEFT part section Right-hand section (Left-hand section) w Split Point (Style, Left, Right 3) Sets each Split Point individually.
Specifying chords with your right hand for Style playback By changing the Chord Detection area from the left-hand section to the right-hand section, you can play a bass line with your left hand while using your right hand to play chords for controlling Style playback. 1 Call up the Split Point/Fingering window. [MENU] [Split & Fingering] 2 Make the necessary settings by touching the display. 1 Playing with Styles—Setting Up Chord Detection Area Select “Upper.
Selecting a Voice for Each Keyboard Part 1 Press the PART SELECT button corresponding to the desired part. The Voice Selection display (for the desired part) appears. 2 Touch the desired Voice. NOTE You can also call up the Voice Selection display via the Home display (page 26) or the Voice Part Setup display (Reference Manual on the web site). NOTE You can also select the sub category of the Voice by pressing one of the VOICE category selection buttons.
Creating Original Organ Flutes Voices This instrument uses advanced digital technology to recreate the legendary sound of vintage organs. Just as on a traditional electronic organ, you can create your own sound by increasing and decreasing the levels of the flute footages. The created Voice can be saved for future recall. 1 NOTE The term “footage” is a reference to the sound generation of traditional pipe organs, in which the sound is produced by pipes of different lengths (in feet).
Setting up Keyboard Harmony/Arpeggio You can apply the Keyboard Harmony or Arpeggio features to enhance or change the sound of the right-hand parts (RIGHT 1–3). Keyboard Harmony applies performance effects such as harmony (duet, trio, etc.), echo, tremolo and trill to the notes played in the right-hand section. The Arpeggio function lets you play arpeggios (broken chords) by simply pressing the notes of the chord.
• When the [ACMP] button is off and the LEFT part is on: Split Point (Left) RIGHT 1–3 parts LEFT part and chord section for Harmony effect • When both the [ACMP] button and the LEFT part are on: Split Point (Style) 1 Split Point (Left) Playing with Styles—Setting Up LEFT part RIGHT 1–3 parts Chord section for Style playback and Harmony effect Multi Assign The Multi Assign effect automatically assigns the notes of chords you play on the righthand section of the keyboard to separate parts (Voices).
5 Play a note or notes to trigger the Arpeggio. The arpeggiated phrase differs depending on the notes played. To turn off the effect, turn the [HARMONY/ARPEGGIO] button off. 52 PSR-A5000 Owner’s Manual NOTE • By using the Arpeggio Quantize function, Arpeggio playback can be synchronized with Song/Style playback, allowing any slight imperfections in the timing to be corrected. This can be set in the display: [MENU] [Voice Setting] [Arpeggio].
Setting up Multi Pads Selecting Multi Pads 1 Press the MULTI PAD CONTROL [SELECT] button to call up the Multi Pad Bank Selection display. NOTE You can also call up the Multi Pad Selection display via the Home display (page 26). 1 3 Touch the desired Multi Pad Bank. Playing with Styles—Setting Up 2 NOTE For basic operations of the Multi Pad Selection display, refer to “File Selection Display” (page 28). If desired, try out the selected Multi Pad(s).
Memorizing Original Panel Settings to One Touch Setting You can memorize your original panel settings (mainly Style, Voices, and Multi Pads) to a One Touch Setting (OTS). The newly created One Touch Setting will be saved in the User drive or a USB flash drive as a Style, and you can call up the One Touch Setting as a part of the Style. 1 2 3 NOTE For information on which panel settings are memorized to One Touch Setting, refer to “Parameter Chart” in the Data List on the website (page 9).
Changing the Pitch of the Keyboard Transposing the pitch in semitones (TRANSPOSE [-]/[+] buttons) The TRANSPOSE [-]/[+] buttons transpose the overall pitch of the instrument (the keyboard sound, Style playback, MIDI Song playback, and so on) in semitone steps (from -12 to 12). To instantly reset the transpose value to 0, press the [-] and [+] buttons simultaneously.
Setting up Assignable Controllers You can assign parameters and functions to the LIVE CONTROL knobs, the LIVE CONTROL joystick, the [STYLE TEMPO LOCK/ASSIGNABLE] button, or optional footswitches for quick operations and expressive control during your keyboard performance. The setup of assignable controllers is stored/recalled from the registration memory so you can change them all together at once.
Assigning functions to the assignable buttons Various functions can be assigned to the ASSIGNABLE [A]–[F] buttons and the [STYLE TEMPO LOCK/ASSIGNABLE] button. 1 To call up the Edit display, touch [MENU] [Assignable]. 1 2 Playing with Styles—Setting Up 2 Double-tap (touch twice) the desired item on the “Assignable Buttons” area (shown above). The function selection pop-up window appears. 3 Touch the desired function.
2 Operation Guide Playing with Styles—Operations While Performing If you’ve made all desired settings for a single song (in the previous sections), now you’re ready to play the keyboard. This section mainly explains the various Style-related operations you’ll use during your keyboard performance: Style playback, applying expressive effects, and Multi Pad playback. Operating Style Playback Starting and stopping Style playback [START/STOP] button Starts playback of the rhythm part of the current Style.
Fading In/Out The Fade In/Out function produces smooth fade-ins and fade-outs when starting/stopping the playback of a Style or Song. You can assign this function to the assignable buttons and foot pedals. NOTE For information on assigning functions to each controller, refer to “Setting up Assignable Controllers” (page 56) and “Setting the Functions or Shortcuts to the ASSIGNABLE Buttons” (page 97).
[BREAK] button This lets you add dynamic breaks in the rhythm of the accompaniment. Press the [BREAK] button during Style playback. When the one-measure Break pattern finishes playing, Style playback automatically shifts to the Main section. About the lamp status of the section buttons (INTRO, MAIN VARIATION, BREAK, ENDING) • Orange: The section is currently selected. • Orange (flashing): The section will be played next, following the currently selected section.
3 Press the CHORD LOOPER [ON/OFF] button to stop recording and start loop playback of the chord sequence. NOTE While the chord sequence is played back, the [ACMP] button flashes, chord input from the keyboard is disabled, and the entire keyboard is only used for performance. Recording stops, and the [ON/OFF] button flashes in orange and loop playback standby is entered.
Expressively Controlling Your Performance Using the Joystick By default, by moving the joystick in a horizontal (X) or vertical (Y) direction, you can bend the pitches up or down, or apply modulation effects. Move the joystick to control the sound while playing the keyboard. +Y -X +X -Y X: Pitch Bend Bends pitches up (by moving the joystick to the right) or down (by moving the joystick to the left) while playing the keyboard. This is applied to all keyboard parts (RIGHT 1–3 and LEFT).
Playing and Controlling Super Articulation Voices The word “articulation” in music usually refers to the transition or continuity between notes. This is often reflected in specific performance techniques, such as staccato, legato and slur. The Super Articulation Voices (S.Art Voices) enable you to create subtle, very realistic expressive nuances, simply by how you play. The Voice type (S.Art) is indicated above the name of Super Articulation Voices, on the Voice Selection display.
Controlling Multi Pad Playback Playing the Multi Pads 1 Press any of the MULTI PAD CONTROL [1]–[4] buttons to play a Multi Pad phrase. The corresponding phrase for the button starts playing back in its entirety at the currently set tempo. You can play up to four Multi Pads at the same time. 2 Press the [STOP] button to stop playback of the Multi Pad(s). If you want to stop a specific pad, simultaneously hold down the [STOP] button and press the pad(s) you wish to stop.
Using the Multi Pad Synchro Start Function You can also start Multi Pad playback by playing the keyboard or by starting Style playback. 1 While holding the MULTI PAD CONTROL [SELECT] button, press the desired button or buttons from [1]–[4]. The corresponding buttons flash in orange, indicating standby status. NOTE To cancel the standby status of the selected Pad, carry out the same operation, or simply press the [STOP] button to cancel the status of all Pads. 2 Start playback of the Multi Pad.
3 Operation Guide Singing with Song Playback—Setting Up This section explains how to set up for your singing performance with Songs, using Song selection. As is the case in Chapter 1, the settings made in this section can be collectively stored in the Registration Memory as one song setting (page 89). Setting Up Song Playback Songs—MIDI and Audio For this instrument, “Song” refers to MIDI or audio data which include preset songs, commercially available music files, etc.
Song File Compatibility You can play back the following types of Songs. • Preset Songs (MIDI Songs) • Your own recorded Songs (for instructions on recording, see page 87) • Commercially available Songs: MIDI files in SMF (Standard MIDI File) format, Audio files in WAV or MP3 format. WAV.......... 44.1 kHz sample rate, 16 bit resolution, stereo MP3 .......... 44.1/48.
Selecting Songs (Song Player mode) 1 Press the [PLAYER] button to call up the Song Playback display. Make sure that Song Player mode is selected. 2 2 Touch the Song name in the MIDI or Audio area. The Song Selection display for the corresponding Song type (MIDI or Audio) appears. 3 Select the desired Song. Viewing Audio information When an Audio Song is selected on the Song Selection display, touching then [Audio Information] calls up the information window.
Selecting Songs (Song List mode) 1 Press the [SONG] button to call up the Song Playback display. Make sure that Song List mode is selected. 2 2 Prepare a Song List When creating a new Song List 3 Singing with Song Playback—Setting Up Touching (New) on the display allows you to create a new Song List. For details on how to edit the Song List, refer to the Reference Manual on the website.
4 Operation Guide Singing with Song Playback—Operations While Performing This section explains operations you can do during your singing performance with Songs: Song playback, displaying score and lyrics, and Audio Song, and switching microphone-related functions. Controlling Song Playback Song playback can be controlled by pressing buttons on the panel or from the Song Playback display which is called up by pressing the SONG [PLAYER] button.
Moving the Song Playback Position (Song Position pop-up window) When you press and hold the [ ] (PREV) or [ ] (NEXT) button, a For Audio Songs setting display appears showing the current position of the Song. When the window is shown on the display, you can also use the Data dial to move backward/forward continuously through the current file. The Phrase Mark number appears only when a MIDI Song containing Phrase Marks is selected.
Playback Operations exclusively for Audio Songs Vocal Cancel NOTE This let you cancel or attenuate the center position of the stereo sound in Audio Song playback. This lets you sing “karaoke” style with just instrumental backing, or play the melody part on the keyboard, since the vocal sound is usually at the center of the stereo image in most recordings. To turn the Vocal Cancel function on/off, first select an Audio Song, and then turn on/off (Vocal Cancel).
Using Song Position Markers (MIDI Songs only) Song Position markers (SP1–SP4) can be placed in the MIDI Song data. These not only let you navigate quickly and easily through the MIDI Song data, but also let you set up convenient playback loops—allowing you to create dynamic Song arrangements “on the fly,” as you perform. Entering Song Position Markers 1 Singing with Song Playback—Operations While Performing 2 4 Select the desired MIDI Song (page 68), and start playback (page 70).
Using Markers in loop playback In this section, we’ll explain loop playback by the example of looping between markers [1] and [2]. 1 2 Touch Song. (Play/Pause) to start playback from the top of the After passing the [1] point, touch function on. (Loop) to turn the loop The Song plays back up to the [2] point, then goes back to [1] and loops between the two points. Top of the song 3 Song Positions [1] [2] [3] [4] To stop the loop and continue normal playback, touch (Loop) again.
Displaying Score, Lyrics, and Text files during Playback Displaying the music notation (Score) of a MIDI Song You can view the music notation (score) of the selected MIDI Song. We suggest that you read through the music notation before starting to practice. 1 2 Select a MIDI Song (page 68). Touch (Score) on the Song Playback display to call up the Score display. You can look through the entire notation by touching [] or [] when Song playback is stopped.
Displaying Lyrics of the Song When the selected Song contains lyric data, you can view it on the instrument’s display during playback. 1 2 Select a Song (page 68). Touch (Lyrics) on the Song Playback display to call up the Lyrics display. When the Song data contains lyrics data, the lyrics are shown on the display. You can look through the entire lyrics by touching [] or [] when Song playback is stopped. While the Song is playing back, the color of the lyrics changes, indicating the current position.
Using the Talk function The Talk function lets you instantly change the microphone settings for speaking to your audience. This is useful when you want to make announcements between song performances without distracting reverb effects, etc. 1 Call up the Mic Setting display via [MENU] [Mic Setting]. NOTE To get the most convenient use of this function, you can assign a foot pedal or one of the ASSIGNABLE buttons to turn the Talk function on/off during a performance.
5 Operation Guide Selecting and/or Creating a Temperament (Scale Tune) You can change the temperament of the instrument to fit the music you want to play. The operation display can be called up via [MENU] [Scale Tune]. Basic Structure of Scale Tune There are two ways to change the temperament; Main Scale and Sub Scale. Main Scale: Sets the basic scale of the instrument. You can choose from an existing scale type or adjust it manually.
Selecting or Creating a Temperament from the Preset Types (Main Scale) You can select various scales for playing in custom tunings for specific historical periods or music genres. 1 2 Parts to which the Main Scale setting are applied 1 Select the desired Scale type (temperament). Type 5 Selecting and/or Creating a Temperament (Scale Tune) 2 • Equal: The pitch range of each octave is divided equally into twelve parts, with each half-step evenly spaced in pitch.
Creating and Using a Temperament (Sub Scale) You can create your own scales using the Sub Scale setting. This setting, when being edited, takes priority over the Main Scale setting. The setting is effective only while the Sub Scale is enabled (e.g., “Sub” is selected on the Scale Tune display) 1 On the Scale Tune display, touch [Sub] to select the Sub Scale setting. 1 2 Parts to which the Sub Scale setting are applied The Sub Scale setting is applied to checkmarked parts on bottom of the display.
Memorizing the Sub Scale Setting The Sub Scale setting you make (using the SCALE TUNE SETTING buttons and in the Scale Tune display) can be memorized to the SCALE TUNE MEMORY buttons for instant recall. 1 2 Set up the settings of Sub Scale as desired, using the SCALE TUNE SETTING buttons and the parameters in the Scale Tune display. NOTE The data memorized are the name, on/ off, tuning values and enabled parts of Sub Scale Tune.
Saving the Scale Tune Memory as a Bank File The Sub Scale settings memorized to the SCALE TUNE MEMORY [1]–[5] buttons can be saved as a single Scale Tune Memory Bank file. Bank 04 Bank 03 Bank 02 Bank 01 1 2 Make sure the Sub Scale settings you want to save are memorized to the SCALE TUNE MEMORY [1]–[5] buttons. Touch (Save) to save the Bank file. For instructions on saving, refer to “File Management” (page 33).
6 Operation Guide Adjusting the Parameters of Each Part— Mixer The Mixer gives you intuitive control over aspects of the keyboard parts and Song/Style 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 determine how the effects are applied. This section covers the basic procedures for the Mixer. For details, refer to the Reference Manual on the website.
3 4 5 Touch a tab for editing the desired parameters. Filter For adjusting Resonance, and Cutoff (sound brightness). EQ For adjusting equalization parameters to correct the tone or timbre of the sound. Effect For selecting an Effect type and adjusting its depth for each part. Chorus/Reverb For selecting a Chorus/Reverb type and adjusting its depth for each part. Pan/Volume For adjusting panning and volume for each part. Set the value of each parameter. Save your Mixer settings.
Turning Each Channel of the Style or MIDI Song On/Off You can add variations and change the feeling of a Style or a MIDI Song by selectively turning channels on/off. Style Channels Each Style contains the channels listed below. • 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.
Changing the Voice for Each Channel of the Style or MIDI Song You can change the Voice for each channel via the Mixer display. 1 2 In the Mixer display, touch the [Style] tab or [Song] tab. Touch the instrument icon below the channel name to call up the Voice Selection display, and then select the desired Voice. Voice 3 86 As necessary, make other settings, and then save them as a Style file or Song file (step 5 on page 84).
7 Operation Guide Song Recording This instrument allows you to record your performance in two ways: MIDI recording and Audio recording. In addition, MIDI recording features two different methods: Quick Recording, which is the easiest, most convenient way to record, and Multi Recording, which allows you to record each channel or each track independently. In this section, we’ll take a look at MIDI Quick Recording and Audio Quick Recording.
2 Start recording. You can start recording by playing the keyboard, starting the Style, playing a Multi Pad, or touching [Play/Pause]. 3 4 After you finish your performance, touch [Stop] to stop recording. Touch [Save] to call up the Song Selection display, and then save the recorded performance as a file (page 33). NOTICE The recorded Song will be lost if you close the display or you turn the power off without executing the save operation.
8 Operation Guide Storing and Calling up Custom Panel Setups—Registration Memory and Playlist Registration Memory This function allows you to save (register) your custom panel settings to one of the Registration Memory buttons for easy recall. Virtually all panel settings can be saved to a single button. There are eight Registration Memory buttons on the panel. You can save all eight registered panel setups as a Single Registration Memory Bank file.
Saving and Recalling Custom Panel Setups with Registration Memory Registering Your Panel Setups 1 2 Make the desired panel Settings, such as those for Voices, Styles and Effects. Press the [MEMORY] button in the REGISTRATION MEMORY section to call up the Registration Memory window. Items that can be registered to Registration Memory Selecting the items to be registered The Registration Memory window shows a list of items that can be selected and registered.
Saving the Registration Memory as a Bank file You can save all eight registered panel setups as a Single Registration Memory Bank file. 1 Storing and Calling up Custom Panel Setups—Registration Memory and Playlist Press the REGIST BANK [-] and [+] buttons simultaneously to call up the Registration Memory Bank Selection display. 2 2 Touch (File Edit) to call up the pop-up window, and then touch [Save] to save the Bank file. NOTE You can tag Registration Memory Bank files for easy search.
Confirming the Registration Memory Bank Information You can call up the information display to confirm which Voices, Style and Songs are memorized to the [1]–[8] buttons of a Registration Memory Bank. 1 2 Call up the Registration Memory Bank Selection display, then select the desired Bank. Touch (Menu) then [Regist Bank Info] to call up the Regist Bank Information display. This display consists of two pages: Voice-related, and Style-related.
Managing a Large Repertoire by Using the Playlist The Playlist is useful for managing multiple set lists for your live performances. It lets you select just the specific files you want from a large repertoire (the huge number of the Registration Memory Bank files) and create a new set list for each performance. Storing and Calling up Custom Panel Setups—Registration Memory and Playlist Creating a new Playlist 1 Press the [PLAYLIST] button to call up the Playlist display.
To add a Record by using the search function: Touching Add Record [Search] on the display calls up the operation display for searching for the desired Registration Memory Bank file. For details on searching for files, refer to the Reference Manual on the website. From the search result, select the desired file and then touch [Add to Playlist] to close the display, and the new Playlist Record is added. 3 If necessary, edit the Playlist Record.
Recalling custom panel setups via the Playlist 1 Press the [PLAYLIST] button to call up the Playlist display. 2 Storing and Calling up Custom Panel Setups—Registration Memory and Playlist 4 2 3 4 Touch the Playlist file name to call up the Playlist File Selection display. Touch the desired Playlist file, and then close the display. Touch the Record name on the Playlist display, and then touch [Load].
Changing the order of the Records in the Playlist 1 2 3 Press the [PLAYLIST] button to call up the Playlist display. Change the order of the Records. 2-1 Touch the desired Record you want to move. 2-2 Touch (Up)/ (Down) to move the Record you selected in Step 2-1. Touch (Save) to save the edited Playlist file. Deleting the Playlist Record from the Playlist 1 On the Playlist display, touch the desired Record to select it. 2 Touch [Delete] on the display. A confirmation message appears here.
9 Operation Guide Customizing for Optimum Performance You can customize the instrument for your own personal preferences and optimum performance. This section covers how to edit shortcuts on the Home display, set ASSIGNABLE buttons, make global settings, adjust the sound at the final output, and add expansion contents, such as Voices and Styles. Customizing the Shortcuts on the Home Display You can register an often used function to a shortcut on the Home display.
Making Global Settings (Utility) The Utility function provides a variety of convenient tools and settings for this instrument. These include general settings that affect the entire instrument, as well as detailed settings for specific functions. Also included are data reset functions and storage media control, such as disk formatting. Basic Procedure 1 Call up the operation display. [MENU] [Utility] 2 Touch the desired tab to call up the desired page, and change the settings or execute the operation.
Adjusting the Sound at the Final Output (Master Compressor, Master EQ) You can adjust the sound quality and the volume at the final output from the instrument by making the Master Compressor and the Master EQ settings. 1 Press the [MIXER/EQ] button to call up the Mixer display. 2 Touch the “Master” tab. 2 3 4 5 Touch a tab for editing the desired parameters.
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 tab in the Voice or Style Selection displays, allowing you to expand your music performance and creation possibilities.
10 Operation Guide System Settings This section explains how to make important overall, system-related settings, including backup/restore of settings and file data. Confirming the Firmware Version and Hardware ID You can check the firmware version and hardware ID of this instrument. 1 Call up the operation display via [MENU] [Utility]. 2 Touch [System]. The program version and the hardware ID are shown in the display.
Data Backup and Restore Data Backup You can back up all data in the User drive of this instrument (except for Expansion Voices/ Styles) and all settings to the USB flash drive as a single file. This procedure is recommended for data security and backup in case of damage. 1 2 Connect the USB flash drive to the [USB TO DEVICE] terminal as backup destination. Call up the display via [MENU] [Utility] [Factory Reset/ Backup] page 2/2.
Connections—Using Your Instrument with Other Devices This chapter covers the connections of this instrument to other devices. To see where the connectors are located on the instrument, refer to pages 16–19. CAUTION Before connecting the instrument to other electronic components, turn off the power of all components. Also, before turning any components on or off, make sure to set all volume levels to minimum (0).
3 4 Connect the microphone or guitar to the [MIC/GUITAR INPUT] jack. Turn on the power of the instrument. Adjusting the input level of the microphone or guitar 1 If necessary, turn on the microphone. 2 Call up the Mic Setting display via [MENU] [Mic Setting]. NOTE The Mic Setting display can also be called up by pressing the [MIC SETTING] button. Input level meter 3 Adjust the [GAIN] knob on the rear panel while singing into the microphone or playing the guitar.
Using an External Speaker System for Playback (MAIN OUTPUT jacks, SUB (AUX) OUTPUT jacks) The MAIN OUTPUT jacks are used to send this instrument’s output to a keyboard amplifier, stereo sound system or mixing console. If you are connecting the instrument to a mono sound system, use only the MAIN OUTPUT [L/L+R] jack. When only this jack is connected (using a standard phone plug), the left and right channels are combined and output through this jack—providing a convenient mono mix of the stereo sound.
Listening to Audio Playback by the External Device through the Instrument’s Speaker Audio playback by the connected device can be output from the instrument's speaker. To input audio, connect an external device by the method below. NOTE • The volume of the audio input can be adjusted from the external device. • You can adjust the volume balance among the sounds of the instrument and the audio input in the Mixer display.
Connecting Footswitches/Foot Controllers (FOOT PEDAL jacks) The FC4A or FC5 footswitches and the FC7 foot controller (sold separately) can be connected to one of the FOOT PEDAL jacks. A footswitch can be used for switching functions on and off, while a foot controller controls continuous parameters, such as volume. NOTE Do not connect or disconnect the pedal when the power is on.
Connecting USB Devices ([USB TO DEVICE] terminal) You can connect a USB flash drive or a USB wireless LAN adaptor to the [USB TO DEVICE] terminal. This allows you to save data you’ve created on the instrument to the USB flash drive (page 33), as well as connect and use the instrument with a smart device via a USB wireless LAN adaptor (page 109). Precautions when using the [USB TO DEVICE] terminal This instrument features a built-in [USB TO DEVICE] terminal.
Formatting a USB flash drive or the internal User drive To format a USB flash drive or the internal User drive, execute the Format operation. In order to format a USB flash drive, make sure that a USB flash drive is properly connected to the [USB TO DEVICE] terminal beforehand. 1 2 Connect a USB flash drive for formatting to the [USB TO DEVICE] terminal. Call up the operation display via [MENU] [Utility] [Storage]. NOTICE The Format operation deletes any previously existing data.
Connecting to a Computer ([USB TO HOST] terminal) By connecting a computer to the [USB TO HOST] terminal, you can transfer data between the instrument and the computer via MIDI. For details on using a computer with this instrument, refer to the “Computer-related Operations” section on the website. NOTICE Use an AB type USB cable of less than 3 meters. USB 3.0 cables cannot be used.
Function List This section simply and very briefly explains what you can do in the displays called up by pressing the buttons on the panel, or by touching each icon on the Menu display. For more information, refer to the page indicated below or the Reference manual on the website. The “” mark indicates that corresponding detailed information is described in the Reference Manual.
Description Pages For making settings of the metronome and the [RESET/TAP TEMPO] button. Determines the functions assigned to the LIVE CONTROL knobs and joystick. Determines the functions assigned to the pedals, assignable buttons, and the shortcuts on the Home display. For locking the panel settings. When the panel settings are locked, nothing happens even when pressing any panel buttons. For calling up the Demo display. For editing the preset Voices to create your own Voices.
Appendix Direct Access Chart Press the [DIRECT ACCESS] button, and then press one of the buttons (or move the appropriate knob, joystick or pedal) listed below to call up the desired display.
SCALE TUNE SETTING Control [C]–[B] [MEMORY] SCALE TUNE MEMORY [1]–[5] [BYPASS] [JOYSTICK HOLD] Joystick X (+) Joystick Joystick X (-) Joystick Y (+) Joystick Y (-) [STYLE TEMPO LOCK/ASSIGNABLE] [ACMP] [AUTO FILL IN] [OTS LINK] INTRO [I] INTRO [II] INTRO [III] MAIN VARIATION [A] STYLE CONTROL MAIN VARIATION [B] MAIN VARIATION [C] MAIN VARIATION [D] [BREAK] ENDING/rit.
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, set the parameter of the Auto Power Off function (page 21). Noise is heard from the instrument. Noise may be heard if a mobile phone is used near the instrument or if the phone is ringing.
Style The Style does not start even when the [START/STOP] button is pressed. The Rhythm channel of the selected Style may not contain any data. Turn the [ACMP] button on and play the left-hand section on the keyboard to sound the accompaniment part of the Style. Only the rhythm channel plays. Make sure the Auto Accompaniment function is turned on; press the [ACMP] button. Make sure to play keys in the chord section of the keyboard (pages 45, 47). Styles in a USB flash drive cannot be selected.
In the Audio Recording function, an error message appears and audio cannot be recorded to the USB flash drive. Make sure to use a compatible USB flash drive. The USB flash drive may not have enough free space. Check the available space on the display called up via [MENU] [Utility] [Storage]. (page 109) If you are using a USB flash drive to which data has already been recorded, check first that no important data remains on the drive, format it (page 109), and then try recording again.
Specifications Product Name Size/Weight Dimensions (W x D x H) Control Interface Weight Keyboard Other Controllers Display Voices Panel Tone Generation Polyphony Preset Effects Compatibility Keyboard Part Types Styles Preset Number of Keys Type Touch Response Joystick Knobs Assignable Buttons Scale Tune Memory Buttons Scale Tune Setting Buttons Type Size Touch Screen Language Language Tone Generation Technology Number of Voices Featured Voices Reverb Chorus Variation Effect Insertion Effect Mas
Functions Voices Styles Songs Multi Pads Registration Memory Playlist Search Demo Overall Controls Miscellaneous Storage and Connectivity Storage Connectivity Harmony Arpeggio Panel Sustain Mono/Poly Style Creator OTS Information Score Display Function Lyrics Display Function Guide Multi Pad Creator Number of Buttons Control Number of Records Metronome Tempo Range Transpose Tuning Upper Octave Scale Type Sub Scale Setting Scale Tune Memory Direct Access Text Display Function Wallpaper Customization
Index A F A-B Repeat ......................................72 AC adaptor.......................................20 Accessories .......................................8 Accompaniment ...............................40 Action (Playlist) ................................94 AI Full Keyboard ..............................42 Arpeggio ..........................................51 ASSIGNABLE ............................57, 97 Audio Link Multi Pad ........................53 Audio Phraser ..............................
R U Record Name (Playlist) ....................94 Recording ..................................15, 87 Reference Manual .......................9, 10 Regist Bank Edit ..............................92 Regist Bank Info ..............................92 Registration Memory..................15, 89 Registration Memory Bank.........27, 89 Registration Sequence ....................27 Rename ...........................................34 RESET .............................................42 Restore ...................
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