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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. WARNING: Do not place this product in a position where anyone could walk on, trip over, or roll anything over power or connecting cords of any kind.
Table of Contents About the Manuals................................................ 4 Accessories .......................................................... 4 PRECAUTIONS.................................................... 5 Introduction Setting Up 7 Power Requirements ............................................ 7 Connecting Headphones or an Audio Device (PHONES/OUTPUT Jack) ............................... 8 Connecting a Footswitch or a Foot Pedal (SUSTAIN Jack) .........................................
Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha digital keyboard! We recommend that you read this manual carefully so that you can fully take advantage of the advanced and convenient functions of the instrument. We also recommend that you keep this manual in a safe and handy place for future reference. About the Manuals This instrument has the following documents and instructional materials. Included Documents Owner’s Manual (this book) This Owner’s Manual describes how to use the functions of the instrument.
PRECAUTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING * Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference. WARNING Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even death from electrical shock, shortcircuiting, damages, fire or other hazards.
Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use or modifications to the instrument, or data that is lost or destroyed. Always turn the power off when the instrument is not in use. Even when the power switch is in standby status, electricity is still flowing to the instrument at the minimum level. When you are not using the instrument for a long time, make sure you unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet. Make sure to discard used batteries according to local regulations.
Setting Up Be sure to do the following operations BEFORE turning on the power. Introduction Power Requirements Although the instrument will run either from an optional AC adaptor or batteries, Yamaha recommends use of an AC adaptor whenever possible. An AC adaptor is more environmentally friendly than batteries and does not deplete resources. Using an AC Power Adaptor 1 Make sure that the [ ] (Standby/On) switch of the instrument is off (the power indicator located to the left of the switch is off).
Setting Up Make sure to properly connect all external devices you are using (as shown below) BEFORE turning the power on. Connecting Headphones or an Audio Device (PHONES/OUTPUT Jack) NOTE • Make sure that the power is OFF when connecting or disconnecting the Footswitch or the Foot Pedal. • Do not turn the power on while pressing the Footswitch or the Foot Pedal. Otherwise, the switch or pedal type (on/off) will be reversed.
Panel Controls and Terminals !0 !1 i Shows the jacks and terminals as seen when viewed from the rear of the instrument. C1 Shows the jacks and terminals as seen when viewed from the rear of the instrument. C2 C3 C4 C5 w e C6 (The illustration shows the NP-31) NP-11 q o r t u y q [MASTER VOLUME] dial ........................ page 8 For adjusting the volume level of the entire sound. w[ ] (Standby/On) switch ....................... page 8 For turning the power on or off.
Selecting & Playing Voices Reference Selecting Voices 1 Press one of the Voice buttons. NOTE To familiarize yourself with the characteristics of the Voices, listen to the Voice Demo Songs for each Voice (page 12). Two different Voices are assigned to each Voice button. You can switch between them by pressing the [VARIATION] button.
Selecting & Playing Voices Combining Voices (Dual) You can play Voices simultaneously across the entire range of the keyboard. In this way, you can combine similar Voices to create a thicker sound. 1 Press two Voice buttons simultaneously to engage Dual. NOTE Dual mode cannot be used with two Voices of the single Voice button (for example, strings and vibraphone).
Listening to the Voice Demo Songs The instrument features special Voice Demo Songs that effectively showcase each of the Voices. 1 While holding down the [DEMO] button, press one of the Voice buttons to start the Voice Demo Song. The Songs provided for each Voice will play back in sequence. NOTE Refer to the Voice list on page 10 for more information on the characteristics of each preset Voice. NOTE The Voice Demo Songs are not transmitted via MIDI.
Listening to the Piano Demo Songs The instrument provides Piano Demo Songs as well as Voice Demo Songs, for your listening pleasure. 1 While holding down the [DEMO] button, press one of the 1 – 10 (C#1 – A#1) keys to start the desired Song. The Piano Demo Songs are assigned to the 1 – 10 (C#1 – A#1) keys. The selected Piano Preset Song will play back followed by the rest of the Songs in sequence. NP-31 NP-11 C#1 A#1 NOTE You can play the keyboard along with the Piano Demo Song.
Using the Metronome This instrument features a built-in metronome (a device that keeps an accurate tempo) that is convenient for practicing. 1 Press the [METRONOME ON/OFF] button to start the Metronome. 2 Press the [METRONOME ON/OFF] button to stop the Metronome. Setting the Beat While holding down the [METRONOME ON/OFF] button, use the BEAT [<] button or the BEAT [>] button to select the Beat from 0, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6. The first Beat is accented with a bell sound and the rest with clicks.
Using the Metronome Also, while holding down the [METRONOME ON/OFF] button, use the following keys to increase or decrease in single or ten steps. Increasing the tempo value in steps of one: While holding down the [METRONOME ON/OFF] button, press the F#2 key. Decreasing the tempo value in steps of one: While holding down the [METRONOME ON/OFF] button, press the E2 key. Increasing the tempo value in steps of ten: While holding down the [METRONOME ON/OFF] button, press the G2 key.
Other Settings Adding Variations to the Sound – Reverb This control enables you to select four different types of reverb effect that add extra depth and expression to the sound to create a realistic acoustic ambience. Key Reverb Type Description C2 Room This setting adds a continuous reverb effect to the sound, similar to the acoustic reverberation you would hear in a room. C#2 Hall1 For a “bigger” reverb sound, use the HALL 1 setting.
Other Settings Transposing the Pitch The Transpose function makes it possible to shift the pitch of the entire keyboard up or down in semitone intervals to facilitate playing in difficult key signatures, and to let you easily match the pitch of the keyboard to the range of a singer or other instruments. For example, if you set the transposition amount to “+5,” playing a C key actually produces a pitch of F.
Other Settings Touch Sensitivity You can adjust the volume level that changes depending on how fast or strong you hit the keys. The following four settings are available. Key Touch Sensitivity Description FIXED The volume level does not change at all regardless of whether you play the keyboard soft or hard. A#5 SOFT The volume level does not change much when you play the keyboard soft or hard. B5 MEDIUM This is the standard piano touch response (default setting).
Connecting MIDI Instruments The instrument features MIDI IN/OUT terminals, allowing you to connect the instrument to other instruments and devices—including computers—and take advantage of the various performance and recording capabilities in MIDI applications. Connecting to the MIDI [IN] [OUT] terminals MIDI [IN] [OUT] terminals Use MIDI cables to connect external MIDI devices to these connectors.
MIDI Functions While holding down the [DEMO] button, press and hold the [METRONOME ON/OFF] button, then press the appropriate key indicated in the list below to make detailed adjustments to the MIDI settings. Key Setting item Setting value Default Description C1 – E2 Setting the MIDI Transmit Channel 1 – 16, OFF Channel1 This parameter enables you to specify the channel over which the instrument transmits MIDI data.
Troubleshooting Problem The instrument does not turn on. Possible Cause and Solution The instrument has not been plugged in properly. Securely insert the female plug into the jack on the instrument, and the male plug into a proper AC outlet (page 7). The batteries are low or dead. Replace all six batteries with completely new alkaline ones, or use the optional AC adaptor. Noise is heard from the speakers or headphones.
Specifications Appendix NP-31 Width Size/Weight Keyboard Panel Voices Effects Dimensions NP-11 1,036mm (40 - 13/16") Height 105mm (4 - 1/8") 105mm (4 - 1/8") Depth 259mm (10 - 3/16") 259mm (10 - 3/16") Weight 5.7kg 4.
Index A R Accessories ...................................................................4 Auto Power Off function .......................................8, 18 Reverb ......................................................................... 16 B BEAT [<][>] button .............................................9, 14 C Combining Voices (Dual) ..........................................11 D DC IN 12V ....................................................................7 Default setting .....................
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Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.
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