You are the proud owner of a fine electronic keyboard. The Yamaha PSR-520 PortaTone combines the most advanced AWM tone generation technology with state-of-the-art digital electronics and features to give you stunning sound quality with maximum musical enjoyment. A new large graphic display and easy-to-use interface also greatly enhance the operability of this advanced instrument. In order to make the most of your PortaTone's features and extensive performance potential, we urge you to read the manual thoroughly while trying out the various features described. Keep the manual in a safe place for later reference. q 141 outstanding voices with eight percussion kits. q A Voice Set function automatically selects appropriate voice parameters whenever a voice is selected. q 100 accompaniment styles, each with independent intro, main A and B, 4 fill-ins, and ending sections. q Advanced auto-accompaniment technology gives you fully-orchestrated accompaniment to back up what you play on the keyboard. q Large multi-function LCD display panel makes it easy to select and edit parameters. q One Touch Setting feature instantly provides you with four types of registration settings, all of which match to the selected accompaniment style. q Digital Effects -- Reverb, Chorus and DSP, let you freely create a variety of different sonic environments. q Minus One, and Repeat functions are ideal for learning new songs and polishing your keyboard technique. q Song recording feature lets you record two melody tracks with an accompaniment track. q With the Multi Pads, you can play and record a number of short rhythmic and melodic sequences, to add a spice to your performance. q Registration Memory saves 128 your favorite panel settings for instant recall when needed. q Optional Yamaha Music Cartridges can be plugged in for enjoyable automated performance, keyboard practice, and extra accompaniment styles. q MIDI compatibility and a range of MIDI functions make the PSR-520 useful in a range of advanced MIDI music systems. q Built-in amplifier and speaker system delivers top-quality sound without the need for external equipment. Important Features Congratulations! 1 Taking Care of Your PortaTone ................................................. 3 Panel Controls Setting Up 4 The Music Stand ......................................................................... 5 6 Accompaniment and Melody Playback ................................... 52 Play from a Specified Measure .............................................. 53 s Voice & Volume Rewrite ..................................................... 54 s Clearing the SONG TRACKS ............................................. 54 The Multi Pads Power Supply .............................................................................. 6 s Using An Optional AC Power Adaptor .................................. 6 s Using Batteries ..................................................................... 6 Connections ................................................................................ 7 s The PHONES Jack ............................................................... 7 s SUSTAIN Jack ...................................................................... 7 s AUX OUT R and L+R/L Jack ................................................ 7 s MIDI IN and OUT Connectors .............................................. 7 Playing the MULTI PADS .......................................................... 55 Recording the MULTI PADS ..................................................... 57 Using Music Cartridges s s The Demonstration Basic Display Operation Playing the PSR-520 8 10 12 Inserting a Music Cartridge ................................................. 60 Music Cartridge Handling Precautions ............................... 60 Cartridge Accompaniment Styles ........................................... 61 Selecting Cartridge Styles ..................................................... 61 Cartridge Songs ........................................................................ 62 Cartridge Song Playback ....................................................... 62 Cartridge Registration Presets ................................................ 63 Selecting Cartridge Registration ............................................ 63 Practice Features Selecting & Playing Voices ...................................................... 12 s Keyboard Percussion ......................................................... 14 The Split Mode .......................................................................... 15 Changing the Split Voice & Related Parameters ................... 15 Touch Response ....................................................................... 17 Dual Voice .................................................................................. 17 Changing the Dual Voice & Related Parameters ................... 18 Harmony/Echo ........................................................................... 20 Selecting a Harmony/Echo Type ........................................... 20 Sustain ....................................................................................... 22 Transposition ............................................................................ 23 Pitch Bend ................................................................................. 23 The Minus One Mode ................................................................ 64 s Specifying the Parts To Be Turned On or Off ..................... 64 Repeat Play ................................................................................ 65 Overall Functions Digital Effects 24 Using the Digital Effects ........................................................... 24 Changing the Reverb Effect ..................................................... 24 Selecting the Reverb Effect Type .......................................... 24 Setting the Reverb Return Level ............................................ 25 Changing the Chorus Effect .................................................... 26 Selecting the Chorus Effect Type .......................................... 26 Setting the Chorus Return Level ............................................ 27 Changing the DSP Effect .......................................................... 28 Selecting the DSP Effect Type .............................................. 28 Setting the DSP Return Level ................................................ 29 Using Auto Accompaniment s 30 The Stop Accompaniment Function ................................... 37 Accompaniment Track Control ................................................ 38 s Large/Small Accompaniment .............................................. 39 s Muting Individual Tracks ..................................................... 39 s Changing Accompaniment Track Voices ............................ 40 s Adjusting Accompaniment Track Volume ........................... 40 Changing the Accompaniment Split Point ............................. 41 One Touch Setting .................................................................... 42 General Functions .................................................................... 67 s Keyboard Volume ............................................................... 67 s Octave ................................................................................ 67 s Reverb Level ...................................................................... 68 s Chorus Level ...................................................................... 68 s DSP Level ........................................................................... 68 s Pan ..................................................................................... 68 s Voice Set ............................................................................ 69 s Accompaniment Volume ..................................................... 69 s Touch Sensitivity ................................................................ 69 s Minus-one Right/Left-hand Channel ................................... 70 s Pitch Bend Range ............................................................... 70 s Metronome ......................................................................... 70 s Tuning ................................................................................. 70 MIDI Functions .......................................................................... 71 s Remote Channel ................................................................. 72 s Keyboard Out ..................................................................... 73 s Song Out ............................................................................ 73 s Accompaniment Out ........................................................... 73 s Local Control ...................................................................... 74 s External Clock .................................................................... 74 s Initial Data Send ................................................................. 74 s Bulk Data Send ................................................................... 75 s Receiving Bulk Data ........................................................... 75 Appendix PSR-520 Function Tree ......................................................... 76 About Digital Effect ................................................................ 78 Troubleshooting ..................................................................... 80 Data Backup & Initialization ................................................... 81 s Data Initialization ................................................................ 81 Index ........................................................................................... 82 Specifications ......................................................................... 83 Voice List ............................................................................... 84 Percussion Kit List ................................................................. 88 MIDI Implementation Chart .................................................... 90 MIDI Data Format .................................................................. 93 s GM System Level 1 ............................................................ 97 Registration Memory 43 Registering the Panel Settings ................................................ 43 Recall the Registered Panel Settings ...................................... 45 The Accomp Freeze Function .................................................. 45 Song Recording 46 Recording a Melody Track ....................................................... 46 Recording Accompaniment With or Without a Melody .............. 49 2 Contents 55 60 64 66 Your PortaTone will give you years of playing pleasure if you follow the simple rules given below: s Location Do not expose the instrument to the following conditions to avoid deformation, discoloration, or more serious damage. q Direct sunlight (e.g. near a window). q High temperatures (e.g. near a heat source, outside, or in a car during the daytime). q Excessive humidity. q Excessive dust. q Strong vibration. q Disconnect all cables before moving the instrument. q Physical shocks caused by dropping, bumping, or placing heavy objects on the instrument can result in scratches and more serious damage. s Cleaning q Clean the cabinet and panel with a dry soft cloth. q A slightly damp cloth may be used to remove stubborn grime and dirt. q Never use cleaners such as alcohol or thinner. q Avoid placing vinyl objects on top of the instrument (vinyl can stick to and discolor the surface). s Power Supply q Turn the power switch OFF when the instrument is not in use. q An AC adaptor, if used (the PSR-520 runs from either batteries or an optional AC adaptor), should be unplugged from the AC outlet if the instrument is not to be used for an extended period of time. q Unplug the AC adaptor during electric storms. q Avoid plugging the AC adaptor into the same AC outlet as appliances with high power consumption, such as electric heaters or ovens. Also avoid using multi-plug adaptors since these can result in reduced sound quality, operation errors, and possibly damage. s Electrical Interference q This instrument contains digital circuitry and may cause interference if placed too close to radio or television receivers. If this occurs, move the instrument further away from the affected equipment. s Data Backup q Internal data (registration memory, user song and user pad data) will be retained in memory even if the power switch is turned OFF as long as an AC power adaptor is connected or batteries are installed. s Turn Power OFF When Making Connections q To avoid damage to the instrument and other devices to which it is connected, turn the power switches of all related devices OFF prior to connecting or disconnecting MIDI cables. s Service and ...