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For AC adaptor Explanation of Graphical Symbols The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
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. • 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.
• Keep batteries away from small children who might accidentally swallow them. 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.
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.
Precautions when using the USB [TO DEVICE] terminal This instrument features a built-in USB [TO DEVICE] terminal. When connecting a USB device to the USB [TO DEVICE] terminal, be sure to handle the USB device with care. Follow the important precautions below. NOTE For more information about the handling of USB devices, refer to the owner’s manual of the USB device. Compatible USB devices • USB flash drive Other USB devices such as a USB hub, computer keyboard or mouse cannot be used.
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha Harmony Director. The Harmony Director is a general training instrument that facilitates harmony and rhythm training by reproducing an accurate reference tone at a user-specified temperament and playing complex rhythms at any tempo. It also features the ability to record performances and play time-shifted recordings to help improve your playing.
Contents PRECAUTIONS ..................................................................4 NOTICE ...............................................................................6 Information..........................................................................6 Introduction.........................................................................8 Included Accessories...........................................................8 About this Manual ..............................................................
Component Names Front Panel 1 5 6 7 4 3 2 8 9 1 [P] (Standby/On) switch.............. page 14 Switches the instrument between standby/on modes. ) ! @ 6 VOICE buttons ............................. page 18 Selects the Voice for use when playing the keyboard, or when playing back the contents for training. 2 [MAIN VOL] slider......................... page 16 Adjusts the main volume of the instrument. [BALANCE] slider.........................
Component Names & # $ ^ % # [RHYTHM STYLE] button..... pages 22, 25 Sets the rhythm playback to the Rhythm Style mode. [BEAT] button ................. pages 22, 23, 24 Sets the rhythm playback to the Metronome mode. $ Dial, [-]/[+] buttons ....................... page 17 Used to change settings and select files. * ( * [METRONOME VOL] slider... pages 16, 23 Adjusts the volume for each metronome note type. ( [TRAINING] button.......................
Component Names Rear Panel 1 2 3 4 Microphone 5 6 7 USB flash drive AC adaptor FC7 Keyboard amplifier or monitor speaker 1 [FOOT PEDAL] jack.............. pages 31, 33 For connecting the Foot Controller FC7 (sold separately). You can control the function with your foot, by assigning either the main volume, hold, start/ stop or record/stop function to the FC7. Keyboard amplifier or monitor speaker Power outlet 4 USB [TO HOST] terminal.......
Setting Up Power Requirements This instrument can be operated either from an AC adaptor or batteries. Yamaha recommends use of an AC adaptor whenever possible, since an AC adaptor is more environmentally friendly than batteries and does not deplete resources. NOTICE You should use an AC adaptor when using a USB flash memory drive. Using battery power could cause the power to go out during operation, resulting in data loss. Using an AC Adaptor Connect the AC adaptor in the order shown in the illustration.
Setting Up Using Batteries This instrument accepts AA alkaline batteries and rechargeable Ni-MH (Nickel-Metal Hydride) batteries. 1. 2. Make sure that the power of the instrument is off. 3. Insert six new batteries. Make sure that they are orientated correctly according to the illustration. 4. Close the battery compartment with the cover. Battery compartment cover Turn the instrument over and place it on a soft cloth. Open the battery compartment cover located on the instrument’s bottom panel.
Setting Up Turning the Power Off 1. When an external device is connected, first turn the volume down on the external device and then turn off the power of the external device. 2. 3. Move the [MAIN VOL] slider to the minimum setting. Press and hold the [P] (Standby/On) switch for one second, and then release it. A message will appear on the display, and the power will be turned off after a few seconds.
Setting Up Adjusting the Volume and Screen Contrast Adjusting the Volume To adjust the volume of the entire sound of this instrument, use the [MAIN VOL] slider while playing the keyboard. In addition, the following volume sliders are also available. • [BALANCE] slider: Adjusts the volume balance between the keyboard and rhythm playback. Turn this left to increase the volume of the keyboard. Turn this right to increase the volume of the rhythm playback (metronome, Rhythm Style, etc.).
Screen Configuration and Basic Operation Turn the power on to display the Home screen. Home Screen Screen Elements 4 1 3 2 6 5 7 Items 1 – 4 relate to tuning, 5 to recording, and 6 and 7 relate to rhythm playback. 1 Voice Shows the voice option currently selected. (Page 18) 5 Recording, microphone input Shows the recording status, and the microphone input level. (Pages 16, 26, 29) 2 Standard pitch Shows the standard pitch. (Pages 20, 31) 3 Transpose Shows the transpose settings.
Producing Reference Tones for Playing Harmony (Voice, Temperament, Hold, Octave, Transpose) Basic Operation The HD-300 can be used to produce reference tones to play along with as a way of developing your sense for playing your instrument in the correct pitch.
Producing Reference Tones for Playing Harmony (Voice, Temperament, Hold, Octave, Transpose) Button [EQUAL] [PURE] [INDIVIDUAL VOL/PITCH] Equal Pure User Equal temperament Pure temperament Individual (custom) temperament Display on screen Temperament mode NOTE • When the [PIANO/OTHERS] button is pressed, Equal temperament is automatically selected. • When you select Pure or Individual temperament mode, the Voice type using the FM tone generator is automatically selected.
Producing Reference Tones for Playing Harmony (Voice, Temperament, Hold, Octave, Transpose) You can also press the [TRANSPOSE] button and move the cursor to the transpose area to adjust the transpose value. Adjust the transpose value using the dial or the [-]/[+] buttons. The transpose value range is -2 – +12 semitones. Press both [-]/[+] buttons simultaneously to return the transpose value to 0.
Producing Reference Tones for Playing Harmony (Voice, Temperament, Hold, Octave, Transpose) For details on what chords can be recognized, refer to the chart below. Chord types recognized These shows examples in case of the root key “C.” The inversion of each fingering is also recognized.
Demonstrating Tempo and Rhythm (Metronome, Rhythm Style) Basic Operation You can practice alongside a rhythm played by the HD-300 as a way of developing your sense of rhythm. Rhythm playback is divided broadly into two separate modes: Metronome and Rhythm Style. Moreover, the metronome includes two sub modes — a “Simple” mode for playing a simple beat, and a “Beat • Tempo Memory” for creating and playing complex beats. To switch between these modes, operate the buttons as shown below.
Demonstrating Tempo and Rhythm (Metronome, Rhythm Style) Metronome (Simple) Using a Simple Metronome Press the [BEAT] button to change rhythm playback to metronome mode. When in “Beat • Tempo Memory” mode, press the BEAT • TEMPO MEMORY [MEMORY] button to turn Beat • Tempo Memory off. Setting the Beat Press the [BEAT] button to move the cursor to the beat area. Use the CURSOR [L][R] buttons to move the cursor to the value you want to change. Change the value with the [-]/[+] buttons, or the dial.
Demonstrating Tempo and Rhythm (Metronome, Rhythm Style) Metronome (Beat • Tempo Memory) You can create and save irregular meters by using Beat • Tempo Memory function. Using Beat • Tempo Memory Press the BEAT • TEMPO MEMORY [MEMORY] button to set the rhythm style to the “Beat • Tempo Memory” metronome mode. This will move the cursor to the memory number. Setting the Beat (Irregular Meter) Press the [BEAT] button to move the cursor to the beat area.
Demonstrating Tempo and Rhythm (Metronome, Rhythm Style) Rhythm Style With Rhythm Style, you can select and play back eight-beat, swing, and other popular rhythms. Using Rhythm Style Press the [RHYTHM STYLE] button to switch rhythm playback to Rhythm Style mode. Selecting the Type of Rhythm Style Press the [RHYTHM STYLE] button to move the cursor to the Rhythm Style name. Use the [-]/[+] buttons, or the dial to change the Rhythm Style.
Sharing Performances (Recording/Playback) Basic Operation You can record a performance using the internal/external microphone to a commercially available USB flash drive and immediately play it back. In addition to conventional recording capability, the instrument has a convenient Time Shift Recording function that allows you to capture up to 10 seconds of your performance before you actually started recording (by pressing the [REC] button).
Sharing Performances (Recording/Playback) Deleting the Most Recent Recording Results You can delete an unwanted recording result immediately after the recording stops. Use the [-]/[+] buttons to select the file, and then press the [DELETE] button. Follow the confirmation prompt that appears to either cancel or delete the recording result. NOTE • If the cursor has moved away from the recording number, you can move the cursor back to the file name with the [R/J] button.
Sharing Performances (Recording/Playback) Playing Back Previously Recorded Files and Files Created on a Computer (USB) You can select and play back previously recorded performances saved to a USB flash drive, as well as audio files and MIDI files created on a computer. Using the USB File Selection mode Press the [USB] button to enter the USB File Selection mode.
Enhancing Basic Practice (Sound Back, Training) Training Your Ability to Imagine the Correct Pitch (Sound Back) You can use the sound back function to help train your ability to imagine pitch. With this function, the HD-300 detects the pitch of the input sound and returns the nearest reference tone within the currently set temperament. So, you can confirm whether sounds are performed at the correct pitch from a soundless state. Using the Sound Back Function 1. 2. 3.
Restoring Factory Settings Playing Training Examples and Accompaniments (Training) The HD-300 contains music data based on the “JBC Band Method” compiled by the JBC (Japan Band Clinic), which can be used as training examples or accompaniments. This is a great practice aid to use when an accompanist is absent. Using the Training Mode Press the [TRAINING] button to enter the Training mode. For details on training content included, refer to the Data List (page 41).
Advanced Settings (Settings) You can change advanced settings on the Settings screen. Press the [SETTING] button to call up the Settings screen. Press the [EXIT] button to exit from the screen. Select an item using the CURSOR [L][R] buttons, and then use the [-]/[+] buttons, or the dial to change values. To return the selected item to its default value, press both [-]/[+] buttons simultaneously. Items in the Settings screen are as follows.
Connecting External Devices Connecting Amplifiers or Other Equipment (OUTPUT [L/MONO], [R] jacks) Standard phone plug Connect a speaker with an internal amplifier to the OUTPUT jack. For mono sound, only connect the [L/MONO] jack. For stereo sound, connect both the [L/MONO] jack and the [R] jack. When an external device is connected, sound will no longer be produced by the instrument’s speakers. CAUTION Make sure to turn off all devices when connecting external devices.
Connecting External Devices Using a Pedal ([FOOT PEDAL] jack) You can connect a volume-type pedal (FC7, sold separately) to the HD-300 to control certain functions. FC7 (sold separately) One of these functions can be assigned to the foot pedal: volume control, [HOLD] button, [START/STOP] button or [REC] button. To assign the function to the pedal, change the value of the [SETTING] button → “Foot Pedal” (page 31). NOTE • A switch-type foot pedal cannot be used.
Connecting External Devices Mac Standard driver on Mac OS can be used; there is no need to install another driver. Connecting 1. 2. Turn the instrument off. Start up the computer. Close all applications on the computer. 3. Connect the USB cable to the USB [TO HOST] terminal on the instrument, and then connect the USB cable to the computer. 1 USB cable 4. 2 Turn the instrument on. The computer and instrument are now able to communicate with each other. NOTE Use an AB type USB cable to connect.
Connecting External Devices Using the “HD-300 Assistant” iPhone/iPad App (Bluetooth) You can use the “HD-300 Assistant” iPhone/iPad app to control the instrument remotely, demonstrate minutely out-oftune sounds (interference beats) using the instrument, play rhythms created with the app on the instrument, and much more. The app also comes with useful standalone functions, such as a tuner and a chord detector.
Appendix Error Messages If an error occurs, a message will appear on the display. Use the following chart to confirm the problem and find an appropriate solution. Message Cause Solution Battery Power is Low. The battery power is low. Replace all 6 batteries. Connect AC Adaptor The function cannot be used, since now power is being drawn from batteries. Turn off the power, connect the AC adapter, and then turn it on again (pages 13, 14). Backup Error An error occurred reading the settings.
Appendix Troubleshooting If you encounter any problems, first check the items listed below. If the solution provided below does not solve the problem, or you are experiencing a problem other than those mentioned in the list, turn the power OFF by pressing and holding the [P] (Standby/On) switch, disconnect the AC adaptor and contact the dealer whom you purchased the instrument to have the instrument repaired. Problem Cause Solution The instrument does not turn on. The AC adaptor is not connected.
Appendix About the Temperaments Used in This Instrument Interval Unit of interval A cent is a unit used to measure musical intervals. The logarithm of the frequency ratio of two sounds is taken, and a semitone of equal temperament is defined as 100 cents. Using cents to measure intervals, we can calculate the interval using simple addition/subtraction rather than multiplication/division.
Appendix Temperaments Equal and Pure Temperaments Temperament Description Equal Temperament that divides one octave into 12 equal steps. The frequency ratio between neighboring notes is 12 2 (= 1.0594631). Pure (Major) The tuning preserves the pure mathematical intervals of the major scale, especially for the triad chords (in case of the “C Major”; CEG, FAC, and GBD).
Appendix Specifications HD-300 Product Name Tone Generator and Polyphony Harmony Director Tone Generation Technology FM, AWM Polyphony (max.
Data List Voice List Rhythm Style List FM Voices Buttons WOOD BRASS ORGAN Name Tempo Time Signature Number of measures Program Change No.
chord (HEX) Chord Major/Minor 00 Maj Major 01 m Minor NOTE 02 7 Major “HEX” means hexadecimal. 03 m7 Minor 04 M7 Major MIDI Messages Program Change Changes the FM Voice of the specified channel. Data (HEX) Cn prog Parameters n: Channel Number (0 – (Quantity of FM Voice channels – 1)) prog: Program Change No. (Refer to the Voice List (page 41)) System Exclusive Messages Specifies the quantity of channels used for FM Voices out of 16 channels.
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