This document is printed on recycled chlorine free (ECF) paper with soy ink. V960150 309APAP1.3-04C0 Printed in Japan H M.D.G., Pro Audio & Digital Musical Instrument Division, Yamaha Corporation © 2002 Yamaha Corporation C N TIO LA U D O M Yamaha Manual Library http://www2.yamaha.co.
SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION PRODUCT SAFETY MARKINGS: Yamaha electronic products may have labels similar to the graphics shown below or molded/stamped facsimiles of these graphics on the enclosure. An explanation of these graphics appears on this page. Please observe all cautions listed on this page and those listed in the safety instructions section. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN See the bottom of the keyboard enclosure for graphic symbol markings.
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, short-circuiting, damages, fire or other hazards. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following: Power supply/Power cord Water warning • Use only the voltage specified for the instrument.
Connections Saving data Saving and backing up your data • Before connecting the instrument to other electronic components, turn off the power for all components. Before turning the power on or off for all components, set all volume levels to minimum. Also, be sure to set the volumes of all components at their minimum levels and gradually raise the volume controls while playing the instrument to set the desired listening level.
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the P-250 Electronic Piano. The P-250 is a product of Yamaha’s extensive experience in creating fine musical instruments. Its beautiful sound and versatile editing functions enable you to use the P-250 in virtually any situation, ranging from live performance to recording.
Introduction Accessories and Options Supplied Accessories AC power cord FC3 foot pedal Music rest Owner’s manual Data List CD-ROM (TOOLS for P-250) TOOLS for P-250 Installation Guide Options Yamaha FC3 foot pedal Yamaha FC4/FC5 foot switch Yamaha FC7 foot controller Yamaha LP-3/LG-100 keyboard stand Yamaha HPE-170/RH headphones * The illustrations and LCD screens in this owner’s manual are intended for instructional purposes only, and may appear somewhat different from those on your instrument.
Table of Contents 5 5 6 6 Basic Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Names and Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Top Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Rear Panel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents Editing a Voice and Storing It as a Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Basic Operation P-250 Design. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Voice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Performances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
46 46 47 47 48 49 49 49 49 50 Song Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Handling Song Files [SONG FILE] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Basic Song File Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents Edit Operation Basic Operation Setting the reverb depth* [ReverbSend] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting the chorus type [ChorusType] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting the chorus depth* [ChorusSend] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Message List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Midi Data Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents Basic Operation Listening and playing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Using the controllers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Changing the sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Changing the pitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Basic Operation includes a quick guide that explains how to connect and set up your P-250 and use its basic functions. It also describes the concept and structure of the P-250 in plain language. Names and Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Setting Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Connecting to External Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Names and Functions Names and Functions ■ Top Panel Basic Operation L/MONO INPUT R L/MONO R OUTPUT USB 5 3 SONG KEYBOARD E F 0 BC 6 TRACK1 TRACK2 EX.TRACKS SONG SELECT TOP START/STOP REC SONG FILE SONG SETTING MIDI OUT PANEL LOCK DOWN A UP POWER NEW SONG ON 1 PITCH OFF MIN MAX MASTER VOLUME 2 SONG BALANCE SYNCHRO START 8 9A SONG D C TEMPO MODULATION V 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 A B C D E 14 [PITCH] ....................................page 38 [MODULATION] ...................
4 OUT IN AUX MIDI 3 2 1 SOFT SOSUTENUTO SUSTAIN AC INLET Basic Operation THRU Names and Functions ASSIGNABLE FOOT PEDAL F E I T JK LMN O G B NO CONTRAST YES G.PIANO 1 G.PIANO 2 E.PIANO1 E.PIANO2 E.PIANO3 CLAVI. HARPSI. VIBES 1 ORGAN 1 2 ORGAN 2 3 STRINGS 4 CHOIR 5 SYNTH. PAD 6 GUITAR 7 BASS 8 XG 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 VOICE EDIT SPLIT VARIATION REVERB CHORUS PERFORMANCE MASTER EQ EDIT PERFORM.
Setting Up 3 Plug the other end of the power cable into an ■ Installing the Accessories AC outlet. Basic Operation Music rest To attach the music rest, insert its pins into the holes on the P-250’s rear panel, as shown in the diagram below. ■ Powering Up 1 Turn the power ON by pressing the [POWER] switch. POWER Pedal ON Connect the included pedal (FC3) to the [1(SUSTAIN)], [2(SOSTENUTO)], or [3(SOFT)] jack on the rear panel.
Connecting to External Devices ■ Connecting to External Audio Equipment Although the P-250 has built-in speakers, you can connect an external stereo system or powered speakers as a monitor. You can also connect a set of headphones (page 23). There are several ways to connect the P-250 to external audio equipment, as described in the following illustrations. Refer to the illustration most similar to your intended setup.
Connecting to External Devices Basic Operation ■ Connecting External MIDI Equipment Using a standard MIDI cable (available separately), you can connect an external MIDI device, and control it from the P-250. You can also use an external MIDI keyboard or sequencer to control the P-250’s internal sounds.
Connecting to External Devices NOTE NOTE ■ Connecting to a Personal Computer When a computer is connected, it can be used to control the P-250 or transfer P-250 data to or from the computer via MIDI. For example, you can edit the P-250's voices or store the P-250's voice data in the computer.
Connecting to External Devices Basic Operation CAUTION • Using an external MIDI interface Performing the following actions may cause your computer to hang up or cause the P-250 to stop functioning: • Turning the power on or off, or connecting or disconnecting the cable too often • Shifting to power-conservation (sleep) mode while MIDI data is being transferred, or returning from sleep mode • Disconnecting or connecting the cable while the P-250 is on • Turning the power to the P-250 on or off, starting
Connecting to External Devices Type of serial cables and pin assignments Depending on the type of computer you connect, use one of the following serial cables: Windows (with a 9-pin D-sub serial port) mini DIN 1 2 8-pin 3 4 8 5 8 (CTS) 7 (RTS) 2 (RxD) 5 (GND) Basic Operation 8-pin mini DIN plug → D-sub 9-pin plug (Yamaha CCJ-PC2 or equivalent) D-sub 9-pin 3 (TxD) Macintosh System peripheral plug → 8-pin plug (Yamaha CCJ-MAC or equivalent) mini DIN 1 2 8-pin 3 4 5 6 7 8 2 (HSK i) mini DIN 1 (HSK O
Connecting to External Devices 3 MIDI connection (the computer’s MIDI interface or external MIDI interface to the P-250 MIDI IN and OUT connectors) Basic Operation • Using the computer’s MIDI interface HOST SELECT MIDI PC-2 Mac USB Local On/Off when a computer is connected If the P-250 is connected to a computer, keyboard performance data is generally sent to the computer, then returned from the computer to trigger the P-250 internal tone generator.
Connecting to External Devices ■ Connecting headphones You can connect an optional foot switch (FC4, FC5), foot pedal (FC3), or foot controller (FC7) (instead of the included FC3 foot pedal) to the ASSIGNABLE FOOT PEDAL [1 (SUSTAIN)], [2 (SOSTENUTO)], [3 (SOFT)], [4 (AUX)] jacks on the rear panel to control various parameters (page 69). You can connect headphones to the [PHONES] jack located on the front panel.
P-250 Quick Guide Basic Operation ■ Listening to Demo and Preset Songs For each voice group, the P-250 contains one demo song and one preset song that shows off the characteristics of the voices. This section explains how to listen to demo and preset songs for the voice groups. Listening to the demo songs 1 Engage Demo Song mode. Simultaneously press the [MIDI SETTING] button and the [OTHER SETTING] button. The VOICE/PERFORMANCE button indicators flash in succession. 2 Select a song and start playback.
P-250 Quick Guide Listening to the preset songs Adjusting the tempo You can use the TEMPO [DOWN]/[UP] buttons to adjust the playback tempo as required. The default tempo (the song’s original tempo) is set when you press the [DOWN] and [UP] buttons simultaneously. Press either SONG SELECT [ ]/[ ] button to return to the song selection screen. 1 Select the desired song. Press the SONG SELECT [ ]/[ ] buttons to select the number of the tune you want to hear. The song number is displayed as [P-***].
P-250 Quick Guide ■ Selecting, Editing, and Storing a Voice The P-250 features a large number of high grade piano, organ, and other voices. Follow the steps below to play your favorite voices, change the parameters, and store the edited voices. Basic Operation 1 Make sure the Performance mode is turned off. If it’s on, press the [PERFORMANCE] button to turn off the button indicator. 2 Select a voice.
U P-250 Quick Guide ■ Selecting, Editing, and Storing a Performance A performance is a group of stored settings regarding the tone generator, MIDI, and so on. The P-250 features 32 preset performances. You can select and play any of these performances. You can also change the parameters, and store the edits as a new performance. 5 Change the performance. Press the [PERFORM. FILE] button, then press the A [–]/[+] button to select “LoadFromMem.
P-250 Design Basic Operation This chapter explains the terms “Voice,” “Performance,” “Song,” and “Memory.” ■ Voice The P-250 features 45 preset voices and an XG voice set (equivalent to a single voice). You can combine any of these voices in Dual or Split mode and play them simultaneously on the keyboard. The diagram below illustrates voices in Dual and Split modes. You can set the effects and various controls for each voice. These settings are automatically recalled when you select a voice.
Basic Operation P-250 Design XG • Non-Dual and non-Split mode Main Rock Piano Grand Piano 1 • Dual mainpart Each voice in a voice combination has its own parameter settings. These voices are used for the Main part. Layer Main Main part • Split Left Main Layer part • The right-handed area in Split mode is set to Dual. Left Layer Main • The left-handed area in Split mode is set to Dual.
P-250 Design ■ Performances On the P-250, a “performance” refers to a group of settings that control the tone generator, MIDI, and so on. You can recall any of 32 performances from the panel by pressing just one button. The performances are divided into two banks (A and B). Performances in Bank A are called A01-A16, and performances in Bank B are called B01-B16. Basic Operation Refer to “Performance Operation” (page 41) for more information on recalling performances.
[MASTER EQ EDIT] [MIDISETTING] (partial) [OTHERSETTING] (partial) Setting the Master Equalizer type *3 Edit or Master Equalizer type name 71 Adjusting the low range gain of the Master Equalizer *3 LowGain 71 Adjusting the low-middle range gain of the Master Equalizer *3 LowMidGain 71 Adjusting the middle range gain of the Master Equalize *3r MidGain 71 Adjusting the high-middle range gain of the Master Equalize *3r HighMidGain 71 Adjusting the high range gain of the Master Equalizer *3 Hi
P-250 Design Performance file Basic Operation A performance file consists of a group of 32 performances. The P-250 features one special performance file that consists of unique preset performances. It is called the “preset performance file.” You can edit any performance in the preset performance file to create a new performance, and store the edited performance file in memory (as described later). For more information on using the performance file, see “Handling Performance Files [PERFORM.
P-250 Design ■ Songs Song file A song can be stored as a song file in memory (as described later). See “Song Playback” (page 51) for information on song files. You can import a P-250 song file into a connected computer (page 19). The imported song file is in the “SMF format 0.” You can also import song data as a song file from a computer into the P-250 for playback. Refer to “Connecting to a Personal Computer” (page 19) for information on connecting the P-250 to a computer.
Basic Operation Basic Operation ■ Selecting a Voice 3 SONG KEYBOARD SONG SELECT TRACK1 TRACK2 EX.TRACKS TOP START/STOP REC SONG FILE SONG SETTING MIDI OUT PANEL LOCK DOWN A B NO UP 3 2 CONTRAST G.PIANO 1 G.PIANO 2 E.PIANO1 E.PIANO2 E.PIANO3 CLAVI. HARPSI. VIBES 1 ORGAN 1 2 ORGAN 2 3 STRINGS 4 CHOIR 5 SYNTH. PAD 6 GUITAR 7 BASS 8 XG VARIATION 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 A YES VOICE EDIT SPLIT 1 REVERB CHORUS PERFORMANCE MASTER EQ EDIT PERFORM.
Basic Operation ■ Playing in Dual Mode In Dual mode, you can play two voices in unison. In this way, you can simulate a melody duet or combine two similar voices to create a thicker sound. SONG SONG SELECT KEYBOARD TRACK1 TRACK2 EX.TRACKS TOP START/STOP REC SONG FILE SONG SETTING 3 MIDI OUT PANEL LOCK DOWN 3 A B NO UP 2, 4 CONTRAST YES 1 G.PIANO 1 G.PIANO 2 E.PIANO1 E.PIANO2 E.PIANO3 CLAVI. HARPSI. VIBES 1 ORGAN 1 2 ORGAN 2 3 STRINGS 4 CHOIR 5 SYNTH.
Basic Operation ■ Playing in Split Mode Basic Operation In Split mode, you can play two different voices that are assigned to the left and right-hand areas on the keyboard respectively. For example, you can play a bass part using the Wood Bass voice with your left hand, and play a melody with your right hand. 4 SONG KEYBOARD SONG SELECT TRACK1 TRACK2 EX.TRACKS TOP START/STOP REC SONG FILE SONG SETTING MIDI OUT PANEL LOCK DOWN 5 A B NO UP 3, 4 CONTRAST YES 2, 4, 5, 6 1 G.PIANO 1 G.
Basic Operation [CHORUS] SONG KEYBOARD SONG SELECT TRACK1 TRACK2 EX.TRACKS TOP START/STOP REC SONG FILE SONG SETTING MIDI OUT PANEL LOCK DOWN A B NO UP CONTRAST YES G.PIANO 1 G.PIANO 2 E.PIANO1 E.PIANO2 E.PIANO3 CLAVI. HARPSI. VIBES 1 ORGAN 1 2 ORGAN 2 3 STRINGS 4 CHOIR 5 SYNTH. PAD 6 GUITAR 7 BASS 8 XG VOICE EDIT VARIATION 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 A SPLIT REVERB CHORUS PERFORMANCE MASTER EQ EDIT PERFORM.
Basic Operation Basic Operation ■ Using the Master Equalizer The five-band (LOW, LO-MID, MID, HI-MID, HIGH) Master Equalizer enables you to adjust the sound quality. For example, you can enhance the high range of the P-250 sound so that it will stand out from an ensemble. Or, you can boost the lower range to create a dynamic sound. Use the master equalizer to suit the situation or to produce a desired tonal color.
Basic Operation ■ Using Pedals The P-250 features four pedal jacks. Different pedals can be used for various purposes, as described below. See page 23 for information on connecting the pedals. Connect the included foot pedal FC3 to the PEDAL [3 (SOFT)] jack to add a soft effect to the current sound. When you press and hold down the pedal, all the notes you play after you press the pedal will sound softer. (Note that the effect is not applied to the notes you were playing when the pedal was pressed.
Basic Operation Toggling MIDI transmission on and off SONG KEYBOARD SONG SELECT [MIDI OUT] TRACK1 TRACK2 EX.TRACKS TOP START/STOP REC SONG FILE SONG SETTING MIDI OUT PANEL LOCK DOWN A B NO UP CONTRAST YES G.PIANO 1 G.PIANO 2 E.PIANO1 E.PIANO2 E.PIANO3 CLAVI. HARPSI. VIBES 1 ORGAN 1 2 ORGAN 2 3 STRINGS 4 CHOIR 5 SYNTH. PAD 6 GUITAR 7 BASS 8 XG VOICE EDIT VARIATION 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 A SPLIT REVERB CHORUS PERFORMANCE MASTER EQ EDIT PERFORM.
Performance Operation 1 SONG KEYBOARD SONG SELECT TRACK1 TRACK2 EX.TRACKS TOP START/STOP REC SONG FILE SONG SETTING MIDI OUT PANEL LOCK DOWN 1 A B NO UP 3 CONTRAST YES 3 3 G.PIANO 1 G.PIANO 2 E.PIANO1 E.PIANO2 E.PIANO3 CLAVI. HARPSI. VIBES 1 ORGAN 1 2 ORGAN 2 3 STRINGS 4 CHOIR 5 SYNTH. PAD 6 GUITAR 7 BASS 8 XG VARIATION 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 A VOICE EDIT 12 SPLIT REVERB CHORUS PERFORMANCE MASTER EQ EDIT PERFORM.
Handling Performance Files [PERFORM.FILE] Basic Operation The following parameters are provided for the performance files: Operation Parameter name Reference page Storing a performance “Performance” 43 Renaming a performance “Perf.Name” 43 Saving a performance file in storage memory “SaveToMemory” 44 Loading a performance file from storage memory “LoadFromMem.
Handling Performance Files [PERFORM.FILE] Refer to page 42 for information on the basic operation of performance files. The following steps are supplement for Step 3 on page 42. ■ Renaming a Performance [Perf.Name] Refer to page 42 for information on the basic operation of performance files. The following steps are supplement for Step 3 on page 42. CAUTION CAUTION If you edit a performance from the preset performance file (“PresetPerformance.
Handling Performance Files [PERFORM.FILE] Basic Operation ■ Saving a Performance File to Storage Memory [SaveToMemory] Refer to page 42 for information on the basic operation of performance files. The following steps are supplement for Step 3 on page 42. Refer to page 42 for information on the basic operation of performance files. The following steps are supplement for Step 3 on page 42. CAUTION CAUTION Do not turn off the power to the P-250 while the screen displays “Executing.
Handling Performance Files [PERFORM.FILE] You can delete a performance file in storage memory. (You cannot delete a preset performance or the current performance file.) Refer to page 42 for information on the basic operation of performance files. The following steps are supplement for Step 3 on page 42. ■ Renaming a Performance File [RenameFile] You can change the performance file name in storage memory. (You cannot change the name of a preset performance file.
Song Operation Basic Operation ■ Recording Songs This chapter explains how to record your playing using the P-250 recording function. You can, for example, play back what you played on the keyboard. You can also record just one part, then practice the other part while playing back the recorded the part. Also, since you can record up to 16 tracks separately, you could record each part separately to build a song. Recording vs.
Song Operation ■ Recording a New Song 1 SONG 3 TRACK1 TRACK2 EX.TRACKS TOP START/STOP REC SONG SELECT KEYBOARD SONG FILE SONG SETTING 2 MIDI OUT PANEL LOCK DOWN A B NO UP CONTRAST YES G.PIANO 1 G.PIANO 2 E.PIANO1 E.PIANO2 E.PIANO3 CLAVI. HARPSI. VIBES 1 ORGAN 1 2 ORGAN 2 3 STRINGS 4 CHOIR 5 SYNTH. PAD 6 GUITAR 7 BASS 8 XG VARIATION 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 A VOICE EDIT SPLIT REVERB CHORUS PERFORMANCE MASTER EQ EDIT PERFORM.
Song Operation To stop recording, press the [TOP] button. The P-250 locates the top of the song. When the track is 1 or 2, the flashing red light changes to a steady green light. (Record mode is automatically cancelled.) 5 Play back the recorded song. Basic Operation Press the SONG [START/STOP] button to play back the recording. When playback is complete, the P-250 automatically stops and locates the top of the song. To stop playback in the middle of a song, press the [TOP] button.
Song Operation ■ Other Recording Techniques The previous section explains how to record your performance from the beginning by selecting a blank “P000:NewSong.” You can also add data from your playing to or overwrite existing songs (such as preset songs [P-001—016], commercially-available music data, or your old recorded performances). 1 Select a song for recording (P-***). Select one of the preset songs (P-001—016) instead of “P-000: NewSong” as described in Step 1 of “Recording” on page 47.
Song Operation Recording in Dual or Split mode When you record in Dual or Split mode, the P-250 records each voice onto a separate track. The following table shows how tracks are assigned to each voice. CAUTION Basic Operation When you record multiple parts into tracks one by one, or when you record new data over an existing song (see page 49), the existing data will be erased. Proceed with caution! In the following example, Tracks 1, 2, and EXTRA TRACK “n” have been selected for recording.
Song Playback Basic Operation The P-250 enables you to play back a recorded performance. You can also play the keyboard while the P-250 is playing back a song. ■ Playback TEMPO [DOWN]/[UP] 1 SONG KEYBOARD SONG SELECT 2-1 TRACK1 TRACK2 EX.TRACKS TOP START/STOP REC MIDI OUT PANEL LOCK SONG FILE SONG SETTING DOWN A B NO UP CONTRAST YES G.PIANO 1 G.PIANO 2 E.PIANO1 E.PIANO2 E.PIANO3 CLAVI. HARPSI. VIBES 1 ORGAN 1 2 ORGAN 2 3 STRINGS 4 CHOIR 5 SYNTH.
Song Playback Adjusting the tempo You can use the TEMPO [DOWN]/[UP] buttons to adjust the playback tempo as required before or during playback. The default tempo (the song’s original tempo) is set when you press the [DOWN] and [UP] buttons simultaneously. Basic Operation Press the SONG SELECT [ ] or [ return to the song selection screen.
Handling Song Files [SONG FILE] Operation Parameter Reference page Saving a Song File in Storage Memory SaveToMemory 54 Deleting a Song File from Storage Memory DeleteSong 54 Renaming a Song (Song File) RenameSong 55 Changing the On-Screen Character Type CharacterCode 55 ■ Basic Song File Operation Message are occasionally displayed on screen to facilitate operation.
Handling Song Files [SONG FILE] Basic Operation ■ Saving a Song File in Storage Memory [SaveToMemory] If you record a song and then turn off the power, the song will be erased. To save a recorded song, you must save it into the P-250 storage memory. You can also save preset songs, as well as additional or overwritten recordings (page 49) to storage memory. Refer to page 53 for information on the basic operation of song files. The following steps are supplement for Step 4 on page 53.
Handling Song Files [SONG FILE] You can change the title of any song, except for preset songs and “P-000:NewSong”. ■ Changing the On-Screen Character Type [CharacterCode] You can change the type of characters that appear on-screen. Refer to page 53 for information on the basic operation of song files. The following steps are supplement for Step 4 on page 53. CAUTION Do not turn off the power to the P-250 while the screen displays “Executing.
Edit Operation MEMO 56 P-250
Edit Operation Editing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 Settings for Song Recording and Playback [SONG SETTING] . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 Editing a Voice in Detail [VOICE EDIT] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 Adjusting the Master Equalizer [MASTER EQ EDIT]. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71 MIDI [MIDI SETTING] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Editing You can set various parameters to make the best use of P-250 functions. For a basic procedure to make these settings, refer to page 61. ■ Parameter List The following parameters are available.
Editing Assigning the Pedal 4 function Pedal 4 69 Assigning the modulation wheel function Modulation 69 Setting the MSB of the Send Bank Select message* SendBankMSB (SendMSB) 70 Setting the LSB of the Send Bank Select message* SendBankLSB (SendLSB) 70 Setting the Program Change message* SendPG# 70 Turning the Internal tone generator on/off* InternalTG 70 Master Equalizer [MASTER EQ EDIT] Parameter name on the screen Reference page Edit or Master Equalizer type name Adjusting the low ran
Editing Selecting a type of pedal PedalType 78 Setting the point at which the pedal starts to affect the sound HalfPedalPoint 78 Pitch bend range PitchBendRange 79 Setting the [SONG BALANCE] function assignment SongBalanceAssign 79 Speaker 79 Setting the Master Equalizer lock EqualizerLock 79 Selecting items saved at shutdown MemoryBackUp 79 Restoring the normal (default) settings FactorySet 79 Edit Operation Turning the speaker on/off 60 P-250
Editing ■ Basic Editing Flow 2 SONG KEYBOARD SONG SELECT TRACK1 TRACK2 EX.TRACKS TOP START/STOP REC SONG FILE SONG SETTING MIDI OUT PANEL LOCK DOWN 3, 4 A B NO UP 1 CONTRAST YES VOICE EDIT 1 G.PIANO 1 G.PIANO 2 E.PIANO1 E.PIANO2 E.PIANO3 CLAVI. HARPSI. VIBES 1 ORGAN 1 2 ORGAN 2 3 STRINGS 4 CHOIR 5 SYNTH. PAD 6 GUITAR 7 BASS 8 XG VARIATION 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 A SPLIT REVERB CHORUS PERFORMANCE MASTER EQ EDIT PERFORM.
Settings for Song Recording and Playback [SONG SETTING] You can make detailed settings for the selected song. First, select the desired song (page 51). Select the desired song and press the [SONG SETTING] button to access the [Song Setting] menu. SONG KEYBOARD SONG SELECT TRACK1 TRACK2 EX.TRACKS TOP START/STOP REC SONG FILE SONG SETTING MIDI OUT PANEL LOCK DOWN A B NO UP CONTRAST YES G.PIANO 1 G.PIANO 2 E.PIANO1 E.PIANO2 E.PIANO3 CLAVI. HARPSI.
Settings for Song Recording and Playback [SONG SETTING] • Refer to page 61 for general information on setting the parameters. • Refer to pages 3—5 of the separate “Data List” for information on the default parameter settings. ■ Auditioning channel [ChannelListen] You can select a single channel to listen to its contents. Press the B [–(NO)]/[+(YES)] buttons to select “Repeat On” or “Repeat Off.
Settings for Song Recording and Playback [SONG SETTING] • Refer to page 61 for general information on setting the parameters. • Refer to pages 3—5 of the separate “Data List” for information on the default parameter settings. ■ Playing back a song repeatedly [SongRepeat] ■ Turning the click on/off [ClickOnOff] You can repeatedly play back all songs, or a single song selected from the preset songs or from storage memory.
Editing a Voice in Detail [VOICE EDIT] This menu enables you to make detailed settings for the voices in Dual or Split mode, as well as for the effects. You can make these settings for each voice or for a combination of voices. In addition, you can listen to the notes you play on the keyboard while you change the settings. [VOICE EDIT] SONG KEYBOARD SONG SELECT TRACK1 TRACK2 EX.TRACKS TOP START/STOP REC SONG FILE SONG SETTING MIDI OUT PANEL LOCK DOWN A B NO UP CONTRAST YES G.PIANO 1 G.
Editing a Voice in Detail [VOICE EDIT] • Refer to page 61 for general information on setting the parameters. • Refer to pages 3—5 of the separate “Data List” for information on the default parameter settings. • All parameters accessed via the [VOICE EDIT] button are performance parameters (page 30).
Editing a Voice in Detail [VOICE EDIT] • Refer to page 61 for general information on setting the parameters. • Refer to pages 3—5 of the separate “Data List” for information on the default parameter settings. • All parameters accessed via the [VOICE EDIT] button are performance parameters (page 30). ■ Setting the chorus depth* [ChorusSend] In Dual mode: SoundBoard ........ Creates reverberation that simulates a piano sound board. AmpSimulator..... Distortion effects Off ......................
Editing a Voice in Detail [VOICE EDIT] • Refer to page 61 for general information on setting the parameters. • Refer to pages 3—5 of the separate “Data List” for information on the default parameter settings. • All parameters accessed via [VOICE EDIT] are performance parameters (page 30). ■ Adjusting the insertion effect depth* [Dry/WetBalance(Dry/Wet)] Edit Operation This parameter sets the depth of the insertion effect. Some insertion effects do not allow you to set the dry/ wet balance.
Editing a Voice in Detail [VOICE EDIT] • Refer to page 61 for general information on setting the parameters. • Refer to pages 3—5 of the separate “Data List” for information on the default parameter settings. • All parameters accessed via the [VOICE EDIT] button are performance parameters (page 30). ■ Assigning the Pedal 1 function [Pedal 1] TIP ■ Assigning the Pedal 2 function [Pedal 2] Recommended pedals: For the Sustain, SustainCont, Sostenuto, and Soft functions, use FC3, FC4/FC5, FC7 pedals.
Editing a Voice in Detail [VOICE EDIT] • Refer to page 61 for general information on setting the parameters. • Refer to pages 3—5 of the separate “Data List” for information on the default parameter settings. • All parameters accessed via the [VOICE EDIT] button are performance parameters (page 30).
Adjusting the Master Equalizer [MASTER EQ EDIT] The P-250 enables you to set the Master Equalizer settings. You can also set the EQ gain by moving the MASTER EQUALIZER sliders (page 38) on the panel. Regardless of the method you use, the latest gain setting is effective. [MASTER EQ EDIT] TRACK1 TRACK2 EX.TRACKS TOP START/STOP REC SONG FILE SONG SETTING MIDI OUT PANEL LOCK DOWN A B NO UP CONTRAST YES G.PIANO 1 G.PIANO 2 E.PIANO1 E.PIANO2 E.PIANO3 CLAVI. HARPSI.
Adjusting the Master Equalizer [MASTER EQ EDIT] LowFreq. LowMidFreq. MidFreq. HighMidFreq. HighFreq.
MIDI [MIDI SETTING] You can set detailed MIDI-related parameters, such as setting up the MIDI transmit and receive channels. ■ About MIDI [MIDI] connector [TO HOST] connector Use this connector to connect the P-250 to a computer. MIDI IN OUT THRU TO HOST MIDI [IN]: Receives MIDI data. MIDI [OUT]: Transmits MIDI data. MIDI [THRU]: Transmits data received at the MIDI [IN] connector without modifying the data. The type of connecting cable varies depending on the computer.
MIDI [MIDI SETTING] Press the [MIDI SETTING] button to enter MIDI Setting mode. [MIDI SETTING] CK1 P TRACK2 EX.TRACKS START/STOP REC MIDI OUT PANEL LOCK SONG FILE SONG SETTING DOWN A B NO UP CONTRAST YES G.PIANO 1 G.PIANO 2 E.PIANO1 E.PIANO2 E.PIANO3 CLAVI. HARPSI. VIBES 1 ORGAN 1 2 ORGAN 2 3 STRINGS 4 CHOIR 5 SYNTH. PAD 6 GUITAR 7 BASS 8 XG VOICE EDIT VARIATION 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 A SPLIT REVERB CHORUS PERFORMANCE MASTER EQ EDIT PERFORM.
MIDI [MIDI SETTING] • Refer to page 61 for general information on setting the parameters. • Refer to pages 3—5 of the separate “Data List” for information on the default parameter settings. ■ Specifying the type of data received via MIDI [ReceiveParameter] This parameter enables you to specify the MIDI data type the P-250 will receive. Press the C [–]/[+] buttons to select the data type (Note, Control, Program, AfterTouch, PitchBend, SysEx), and press the D [–]/[+] buttons to specify On or Off.
Other Settings [OTHER SETTING] The P-250 enables you to set detailed parameters for touch, tuning, scale, etc. Press the [OTHER SETTING] button to enter Other Setting mode. SONG KEYBOARD SONG SELECT TRACK1 TRACK2 EX.TRACKS TOP START/STOP REC SONG FILE SONG SETTING MIDI OUT PANEL LOCK DOWN A B NO UP CONTRAST YES G.PIANO 1 G.PIANO 2 E.PIANO1 E.PIANO2 E.PIANO3 CLAVI. HARPSI. VIBES 1 ORGAN 1 2 ORGAN 2 3 STRINGS 4 CHOIR 5 SYNTH.
Other Settings [OTHER SETTING] • Refer to page 61 for general information on setting the parameters. • Refer to pages 3—5 of the separate “Data List” for information on the default parameter settings. The P-250 enables you to select various scales. Equal Temperament is the most common contemporary piano tuning scale. However, history has known numerous other scales, many of which serve as the basis for certain genres of music. You can experience the tunings of these genres.
Other Settings [OTHER SETTING] • Refer to page 61 for general information on setting the parameters. • Refer to pages 3—5 of the separate “Data List” for information on the default parameter settings. ■ Specifying the depth of sustain sampling for the damper pedal [SustainSamplingDepth] This parameter is effective only on the voice group GRANDPIANO1.
Other Settings [OTHER SETTING] • Refer to page 61 for general information on setting the parameters. • Refer to pages 3—5 of the separate “Data List” for information on the default parameter settings. ■ Setting the pitch bend range [PitchBendRange] This parameter specifies the amount of change that can be produced by the pitch bend function (Pitch, page 38), which smoothly varies the pitch. This parameter is effective only on the notes played on the keyboard.
Appendix MEMO 80 P-250
Appendix Appendix includes a list of voice and performance presets, reference materials, a Troubleshooting section and an Index. Message List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86 Midi Data Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88 Preset Voice List . . . . . . . . . . . .
Message List The messages are listed in alphabetical order. Message Meaning This will be displayed following the “BulkDataReceiving Voice” message. This indicates that the P-250 finished receiving the bulk data. Once you have verified this message, you may proceed to the next step. Receiving bulk data has failed. Check the parameter settings and try again. The P-250 is receiving the voice setting bulk data while this message is displayed. Wait until the message disappears, then proceed to the next step.
Message List Meaning The P-250’s flash memory (storage memory) has expired. Consult your Yamaha dealer. If this message appears, the P-250 will not back up the songs and settings in memory. Press the [EXIT] button to return to the previous screen. There is a problem with the TO HOST/USB connector. When using the P-250 connected to your personal computer ...
Message List Message Meaning This message will appear if there is no song for the “SaveToMemory” (page 54) operation to save. In this case, no song will be saved. You tried to delete a file that does not exist in the storage memory. You cannot delete the file. You tried to delete a song that does not exist in the storage memory. You cannot delete the song.
Message List Meaning 1. This message will be displayed if current memory fills up during recording. Recording will stop automatically at this point. The data that had been recorded up to that point will remain. This message will also be displayed if you attempt to enter Record mode for additional recording if that song already occupies all of current memory. In this case, additional recording will not be possible.
Troubleshooting Appendix Problem 86 Possible causes Solution The P-250 does not turn on. The P-250 has not been plugged in properly. Securely insert the female plug into the socket on the P-250, and the male plug into a proper AC outlet. (page 16) A click or pop is heard when the power is turned on or off. Electrical current is being applied to the instrument. This is normal. Noise is heard from the P-250 speakers. A mobile phone is being used near the P250 (or the ring tone is sounding).
Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes Solution For Dual or Split mode recording, the recording track for the second voice or the voice for the left-hand part is automatically assigned (page 50). Therefore, if the track already contains data, the data will be overwritten during recording. Also, switching to Dual mode or Split mode in the middle of a song is not recorded. Therefore, the notes you play with the second voice (or the notes lower than the Split point) will not be recorded. This is normal.
Midi Data Compatibility This section covers basic information on data compatibility, including whether or not other MIDI devices can play back the data recorded by P-250, and whether or not the P-250 can play back commercially-available song data or song data created for other instruments or on a computer. Depending on the MIDI device or data characteristics, you may be able to play back the data without any problem, or you may have to perform some special operations before the data can be played back.
Midi Data Compatibility With MIDI, voices are assigned to specific numbers, called “program numbers.” The numbering standard (order of voice allocation) is referred to as the “voice allocation format.” • Voices may not play back as expected unless the voice allocation format of the song data matches that of the compatible MIDI device used for playback.
Preset Voice List : YES, ×: No Voice group (Panel display) Voice name Stereo Touch Dynamic Key-off String sampling Sense sampling sampling resonance GrandPiano1 This sound was sampled from a full concert grand piano. Three stages of dynamics were sampled, and no effort has been spared in making the sound virtually identical to that of an acoustic piano. Even the tonal changes produced by the damper pedal and the subtle sounds of releasing a key are reproduced.
Preset Voice List HARPSICHORD (HARPSI.) <7> Voice name Stereo Touch Dynamic Key-off String sampling Sense sampling sampling resonance Harpsichord8' × × × The sound of an instrument frequently used in baroque music. Variations in playing touch will not affect the volume, and a characteristic sound will be heard when you release the key. Harpsichord 8'+4' × × × A harpsichord with an added upper octave. Produces a more brilliant sound. × × Vibraphone played with relatively soft mallets.
Preset Voice List/Preset Performance List Voice group (Panel display) GRANDPIANO1 (G.PIANO1) <1> GRAND PIANO2 (G.PIANO2) <2> E.PIANO1 (E.PIANO1) <3> E.PIANO2 (E.PIANO2) <4> E.PIANO3 (E.PIANO3) <5> CLAVI. (CLAVI.) <6> HARPSICHORD (HARPSI.
Preset Performance List Performance name Sounds used Type Performance notes Main Layer Left LeftLayer A09 E.Piano+ SlowStr Dual ChorusE.P. SlowStrings Chorused electric piano layered with slowattack strings. A10 E.Piano+ Vintage E.P. Dual StandardE.P VintageE.P. Standard electric piano layered with vintagetype electric piano. A11 DX E.P.+ SoftStr Dual DX E.Piano2 S.SlwStr DX electric piano layered with soft strings. A12 DX E.P.+ SynthPiano Dual DX E.
Application Index ■ Listening and playing • Listening to a demo song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . “Listening to Demo and Preset Songs” on page 24 • Selecting and playing a voice (sound of a musical instrument) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . “Selecting a Voice” on page 34 • Viewing a list of panel sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . “Selecting a Voice” on page 34 • Playing separate sounds in low and high keyboard ranges . . . . . . .
Application Index ■ Adjusting the volume Level • Adjusting the overall volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [MASTER VOLUME] on page 16 • Adjusting the volume of each part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [VOICE EDIT]—[Volume] on page 65 ■ Recording, playing, and saving a song • Recording your performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Index A Connecting Foot Pedal 23 [AC INLET] connector 16 Accessories 6 Adding Data to an Existing Song 49 Adjusting the Tempo 52 Adjusting the Volume Balance Between Playback and Performance 49 Connecting Foot Switch 23 Connecting to a Personal Computer 19 Connecting to External Audio Equipment 17 Connecting to External Midi Equipment 18 Connections 17 FactorySet 79 Fine Pitch Adjustment in Dual Mode 66 Flanger 66 Foot Pedal 39 Foot Pedal Jacks 23 AmpSimulator 67 [CONTRAST] Knob 16 G Appendix 81 Co
Index LCD 16 [MIDI OUT] Button 40 LCD Control Buttons 16 MIDI Panic 40 Left 28 MIDI Receive Channel 74 Position of the Right and Left Channels 66 LeftLayer 28 MIDI Setting 73 Power 16 Listening to a Single Channel 63 MIDI Transmission On/Off 40 Preset Performance List 92 Listening to the Demo Songs 24 MIDI Transmit Channel 74 Preset Voice List 90 Listening to the Preset Songs 25 MidiInChannel 74 Pythagorean 77 Loading a Performance File from Storage Memory 44 MidiOutChannel 74 Q Local
Index SendBankMSB 70 [TRACK2] Button 47 SendPG# 70 TransmitParameter 75 serial 20 Transmitted Data Type via MIDI 75 Serial cable 21 Transmitting MIDI Panic Signal 40 Setting the key 77 Transmitting MIDI Signal of Keyboard Playing 74 Setting the Master Equalizer type 71 SMF 33 Soft Pedal Depth 77 [SONG BALANCE] Slider 49 [SONG BALANCE] Slider Function 79 Song File 33 Song Operation 46 Song Playback 51 SONG SELECT Buttons 47, 51 Transmitting MIDI Signal of Song Playback 74 Transmitting the Initial
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS INFORMATION RELATING TO PERSONAL INJURY, ELECTRICAL SHOCK, AND FIRE HAZARD POSSIBILITIES HAS BEEN INCLUDED IN THIS LIST. WARNING- When using any electrical or electronic product, basic precautions should always be followed. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following: 1.
FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.) 1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT! This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product. 2. 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.
For details of products, please contact your nearest Yamaha representative or the authorized distributor listed below. Die Einzelheiten zu Produkten sind bei Ihrer unten aufgeführten Niederlassung und bei Yamaha Vertragshändlern in den jeweiligen Bestimmungsländern erhältlich. Pour plus de détails sur les produits, veuillez-vous adresser à Yamaha ou au distributeur le plus proche de vous figurant dans la liste suivante. NORTH AMERICA CANADA Yamaha Canada Music Ltd.
This document is printed on recycled chlorine free (ECF) paper with soy ink. V960150 309APAP1.3-04C0 Printed in Japan H M.D.G., Pro Audio & Digital Musical Instrument Division, Yamaha Corporation © 2002 Yamaha Corporation C N TIO LA U D O M Yamaha Manual Library http://www2.yamaha.co.
