ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS OWNER'S MANUAL BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG MODE D'EMPLOI MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES DEUTSCH ENGLISH SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION This product utilizes batteries or an external power supply (adapter). DO NOT connect this product to any power supply or adapter other than one described in the manual, on the name plate, or specifically recommended by Yamaha. This product should be used only with the components supplied or; a cart, rack, or stand that is recommended by Yamaha. If a cart, etc., is used, please observe all safety markings and instructions that accompany the accessory product. approximately five years. When replacement becomes necessary, contact a qualified service representative to perform the replacement. This product may also use "household" type batteries. Some of these may be rechargeable. Make sure that the battery being charged is a rechargeable type and that the charger is intended for the battery being charged. When installing batteries, do not mix batteries with new, or with batteries of a different type. Batteries MUST be installed correctly. Mismatches or incorrect installation may result in overheating and battery case rupture. SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE: The information contained in this manual is believed to be correct at the time of printing. However, Yamaha reserves the right to change or modify any of the specifications without notice or obligation to update existing units. This product, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and headphones or speaker/s, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. DO NOT operate for long periods of time at a high volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should consult an audiologist. IMPORTANT: The louder the sound, the shorter the time period before damage occurs. Warning: Do not attempt to disassemble, or incinerate any battery. Keep all batteries away from children. Dispose of used batteries promptly and as regulated by the laws in your area. Note: Check with any retailer of household type batteries in your area for battery disposal information. Disposal Notice: Should this product become damaged beyond repair, or for some reason its useful life is considered to be at an end, please observe all local, state, and federal regulations that relate to the disposal of products that contain lead, batteries, plastics, etc. If your dealer is unable to assist you, please contact Yamaha directly. NOTICE: Service charges incurred due to a lack of knowledge relating to how a function or effect works (when the unit is operating as designed) are not covered by the manufacturer's warranty, and are therefore the owners responsibility. Please study this manual carefully and consult your dealer before requesting service. NAME PLATE LOCATION: The name plate is located on the bottom of the product. The model number, serial number, power requirements, etc., are located on this plate. You should record the model number, serial number, and the date of purchase in the spaces provided below and retain this manual as a permanent record of your purchase. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES: Yamaha strives to produce products that are both user safe and environmentally friendly. We sincerely believe that our products and the production methods used to produce them, meet these goals. In keeping with both the letter and the spirit of the law, we want you to be aware of the following: Model Serial No. Purchase Date Battery Notice: This product MAY contain a small non-rechargeable battery which (if applicable) is soldered in place. The average life span of this type of battery is PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.) IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT! This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications n ot expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product. electronic devices. Compliance with FCC regulations does not guarantee that interference will not occur in all installations. If this product is found to be the source of interference, which can be determined by turning the unit "OFF" and "ON", please try to eliminate the problem by using one of the following measures: · Relocate either this product or the device that is being affected by the interference. · Utilize power outlets that are on different branch(circuit breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line filter/s. · In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient the antenna. If the antenna lead-in is 300 ohm ribbon lead, change the lead-in to coaxial type cable. If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results, please contact the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product. If you can not locate the appropriate retailer, please contact Yamaha Corporation of America, Electronic Service Division, 6600 Orangethorpe Ave, Buena Park, CA90620 IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to accessories and/or another product use only high quality shielded cables. Cable/s supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all installation instructions. Failure to follow instructions could void your FCC authorization to use this product in the USA. NOTE: This product has been tested and found to comply with the requirements listed in FCC Regulations, Part 15 for Class "B" digital devices. Compliance with these requirements provides a reasonable level of assurance that your use of this product in a residential environment will not result in harmful interference with other electronic devices. This equipment generates/uses radio frequencies and, if not installed and used according to the instructions found in the users manual, may cause interference harmful to the operation of other · This applies only to products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America. Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha PortaTone! You now own a portable keyboard that combines advanced functions, great sound and exceptional ease-ofuse in a highly compact package. Its outstanding features also make it a remarkably expressive and versatile instrument. Read this Owner's Manual carefully while playing your new PortaTone in order to take full advantage of its various features. CONTENTS Main Features Precautions -- Taking Care of Your PortaTone Setting Up 1 2 3 Playing Songs -- Tne Song Mode 28 Power Requirements ..........................................3 PHONES/AUX OUT Jack ....................................4 SUSTAIN Jack ......................................................4 Music Stand ........................................................4 Selecting and Playing a Song ........................28 Using the Repeat Play Function ......................29 Using the Guide Function (PSR-230 only) ......30 Using the Minus One Function ........................31 Selecting individual channels for Minus One ..............31 Song Sub Menu ......................................................32 Song Volume ..........................................................32 One Touch Setting in the Song Mode ........................33 Getting Started -- Playing the Demo Songs Panel Controls and Terminals Basic Display Operations Playing Voices -- The Voice Mode 5 6 8 10 Recording User Songs -- Easy Chord Memory 33 Real-time Recording ........................................34 Step Recording ..................................................35 Song Clear ........................................................35 User Song Playback ........................................35 Selecting and Playing a Voice -- Main Voice Mode....10 Main Voice Sub Menu..............................................11 Percussion Kit Voice Chart ........................................12 Music Cartridge (PSR-230) 36 Inserting a Music Cartridge..............................36 Music Cartridge Precautions......................................36 Playing Two Voices -- Dual Voice Mode ........12 Dual Voice Sub Menu ..............................................13 Selecting Styles on a Music Cartridge ............37 Selecting Songs on a Music Cartridge ............37 Playing Two Voices -- Split Voice Mode ........14 Split Voice Sub Menu ..............................................15 MIDI Functions 38 MIDI Basics ........................................................38 MIDI Sub Menu ......................................................40 Other Voice Controls 16 Chorus ..............................................................16 Harmony/Echo ................................................16 Harmony/Echo Sub Menu ........................................17 Appendix 41 Data Backup and Initialization........................41 Initialize Operation ..................................................41 Reverb ..............................................................18 Touch Response ..............................................18 Overall Controls ..............................................19 Reverb/Others Sub Menu ........................................19 Voice List ..........................................................42 Voice Polyphony......................................................42 Panel Voice List ......................................................42 GM Voice List..........................................................43 Playing Auto Accompaniment -- The Style Mode 20 Selecting a Style and Playing an Auto Accompaniment........20 About the METRONOME Icon ..................................21 Sync-Stop Function ..................................................24 Troubleshooting ................................................44 Index ................................................................45 MIDI Implementation Chart ............................46 Specifications ....................................................48 Changing the Fingering Mode ........................24 Fingered ................................................................25 Full ........................................................................26 Single Finger ..........................................................26 Changing the Accompaniment Split Point ......26 One Touch Setting ............................................27 Main Features The PortaTone is a sophisticated yet easy-to-use keyboard with the following features and functions: Exceptionally realistic, high-quality Voices (100 Panel, 129 GM Voices (128 Voices + 1 Percussion Kit)), created with AWM (Advanced Wave Memory) technology, which utilizes digital recordings of actual instruments. A convenient Voice Set function that automatically calls up the most suitable Voice-related settings whenever you select a Panel Voice. 100 auto accompaniment Styles, each with different Intro, Main A and B, four Fill-ins, and Ending sections. Each of the 100 Styles also features a special Jam Track section, providing stylistically appropriate chord progressions and section changes for playing along with. Large custom LCD gives you easy, at-a-glance confirmation of all important settings. One Touch Setting buttons, for automatically calling up an appropriate Voice (along with matching effect and other settings) for playing with the Style you select. Each of the 100 Styles features four different One Touch Settings. Touch Response function for natural, expressive control over the Voices. Rich, luscious-sounding effects -- including Reverb, Chorus, Harmony and Echo -- for enhancing the Voices. Easy Chord Memory for recording your own chord progressions -- letting you create automatic backing for your original songs. Guide lamps (on PSR-230), and the Minus One and Repeat Play functions provide convenient, powerful tools for learning new songs and improving your keyboard technique. Music Cartridge slot (on PSR-230) lets you plug in optional Yamaha Music Cartridges for adding new accompaniment Styles and Songs. Comprehensive MIDI control, including 16-part multi-timbral capacity and full General MIDI compatibility. Built-in high-quality stereo amplifier/speaker system. 1 Precautions -- Taking Care of Your PortaTone Your new PortaTone is a fine musical instrument -- and should be treated as such. Handle it with care and common sense, and it will give you years of enjoyment. Location -----------------------------------------------------------------· Avoid exposure to direct sunlight or other sources of heat. Never leave it inside a car where it can get very hot. Also avoid highly humid or dusty places. Interference From Electromagnetic Fields-----------------------· Do not use your PortaTone close to television sets, radios or similar equipment since this may cause interference noise in the other appliance. Handling ---------------------------------------------------------------· Protect your PortaTone from strong impact. Be careful not t ...