ENGLISH DEUTSCH FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL Owner’s Manual Bedienungsanleitung Mode d’emploi Manual de instrucciones EN DE FR ES
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.
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.
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: ENGLISH Power supply/AC power adaptor Water warning • Only use the voltage specified as correct for the instrument.
Connections Handling caution • 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. • Do not insert a finger or hand in any gaps on the instrument.
Introduction ENGLISH Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha P-85/P-85S! We recommend that you read this manual carefully so that you can fully take advantage of the advanced and convenient functions of the P-85/P-85S. We also recommend that you keep this manual in a safe and handy place for future reference.
About this Owner’s Manual The documentation for this instrument includes: Owner’s Manual (this document), Quick Operation Guide, and Data List. Owner’s Manual ● Introduction (page 6): Please read this section first. ● Reference (page 14): This section explains how to make detailed settings for the instrument’s various functions. ENGLISH ● Appendix (page 34): This section features a variety of essential, detailed information on the instrument.
Table of Contents ENGLISH Introduction Main Features...............................................................................................6 About this Owner’s Manual .........................................................................7 Accessories ...................................................................................................7 Application Index .........................................................................................9 Panel Controls and Terminals..........
Application Index Use this index to find reference pages that may be helpful for your particular application and situation. Listening Listening to demo songs with different voices.....................................................................Listening to the Demo Songs on page 14 Listening to piano preset songs ..................................................................................Listening to the Piano Preset Songs on page 15 Using the sustain pedal ......................................
Panel Controls and Terminals Panel Controls and Terminals 1 2 4 5 7 ENGLISH 6 3 8 9 ) Shows the jacks and terminals as seen when viewed from the rear of the instrument. ! @ Shows the jacks and terminals as seen when viewed from the rear of the instrument. # 1 [STANDBY/ON] switch ................ page 11 For turning the power on or off. 2 [MASTER VOLUME] slider ........... page 11 For adjusting the volume level of the entire sound. 3 [DEMO/SONG] button .........
Before Using Before Using Turning the Power On 1. Connect the AC adaptor to the power supply jack. 1. WARNING Use ONLY a Yamaha PA-5D/PA-150 AC Power Adaptor (or other adaptor specifically recommended by Yamaha) to power your instrument from the AC mains. The use of other adaptors may result in irreparable damage to both the adaptor and the P-85. 2. AC outlet Adaptor ENGLISH 2. Plug the AC adaptor into an AC outlet.
Before Using Using the Pedal ENGLISH [SUSTAIN] jack This jack is for connecting the included pedal (FC5). The pedal functions in the same way as a damper pedal on an acoustic piano. Connect an optional pedal to this jack and press the pedal to sustain the sound. An optional FC3 foot pedal or FC4 foot switch can also be connected to this jack. Do not press the footswitch while turning the power on. Doing this changes the recognized polarity of the footswitch, resulting in reversed footswitch operation.
Before Using Using Headphones Connect a set of headphones to one of the [PHONES] jacks. Two [PHONES] jacks are provided. You can connect two sets of standard stereo headphones. (If you are using only one set of headphones, you can plug them into either jack.) CAUTION Music Rest The P-85 includes a music rest that can be attached to the instrument by inserting it into the slot at the top of the control panel.
Reference Listening to the Demo Songs Listening to the Demo Songs Demo songs are provided that effectively demonstrate each of the voices. 1. Press the [STANDBY/ON] switch NOTE to turn the power on. Refer to the voice list on page 18 for more information on the characteristics of each preset voice. ENGLISH When the power is turned ON, the power indicator located to the left of the [STANDBY/ON] switch lights up. NOTE 2. Adjust the volume. The demo songs will not be transmitted via MIDI.
Listening to the Piano Preset Songs Listening to the Piano Preset Songs The P-85 provides performance data for piano songs as well as voice demo songs, for your listening pleasure. 1. While holding down the [DEMO/SONG] button, The number of each piano preset song is assigned to the C2–C#6 keys. Refer to the Quick Operation Guide for details on key assignments. The preset songs will play back consecutively in sequence until you press the [DEMO/SONG] button.
Using the Metronome 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] button to turn on the metronome. Start the metronome. ENGLISH Determine the time signature While holding down the [METRONOME] button, press one of the A0–D1 keys. The first beat is accented with a bell sound and the rest with clicks. Default set is 0/4 (A0). In this setting, clicks sound in all beats.
Using the Metronome Increasing the tempo value in steps of one: While holding down the [METRONOME] button, press the F#4 key. Decreasing the tempo value in steps of one: While holding down the [METRONOME] button, press the E4 key. Increasing the tempo value in steps of ten: While holding down the [METRONOME] button, press the G4 key. Decreasing the tempo value in steps of ten: While holding down the [METRONOME] button, press the D#4 key.
Selecting & Playing Voices Selecting & Playing Voices Selecting Voices ENGLISH 1. Press one of the voice buttons. Voice Name Description Grand Piano 1 Recorded samples from a full concert grand piano. Perfect for classical compositions as well as any other style that requires acoustic piano. Grand Piano 2 Clear piano with bright reverb. Good for popular music. E.Piano 1 An electronic piano sound created by FM synthesis. Good for popular music. E.
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 According to the voice button position on the panel, the voice on the left will be designated as Voice 1, and the other will be designated as Voice 2.
Selecting & Playing Voices 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. ENGLISH Key Reverb Type Description G#6 Room This setting adds a continuous reverb effect to the sound, similar to the acoustic reverberation you would hear in a room. A6 Hall1 For a “bigger” reverb sound, use the HALL 1 setting.
Selecting & Playing Voices Transposition 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 key C produces pitch F. In this way, you can play a song as though it were in C major, and the P-85 will transpose it to the key of F.
Selecting & Playing Voices 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. ENGLISH Key Touch Sensitivity Description A6 FIXED The volume level does not change at all regardless of whether you play the keyboard soft or hard. A#6 SOFT The volume level does not change much when you play the keyboard soft or hard. B6 MEDIUM This is the standard piano touch response (default setting).
Recording Your Performance Recording Your Performance The ability to record and play back what you’ve played on the P-85 keyboard can be an effective practice aid. The P-85’s Song Recorder allows the recording of one User song. TERMINOLOGY ENGLISH Recording vs. Saving: The format of performance data recorded on a cassette tape differs from that of data recorded on the P-85. A cassette tape records audio signals.
Recording Your Performance 4. Press either [REC] or [PLAY] button to stop recording. When recording is stopped, the [REC] lamp and the [PLAY] lamp flash to indicate that the recorded data is being saved to the instrument automatically. After the data is saved, the [REC] lamp will turn off and the [PLAY] lamp will light. CAUTION Do not turn off the power of the instrument when the lamps are flashing. Doing so may prevent saving of the song data which you have recorded.
Recording Your Performance Changing the Initial Settings (Data recorded at the beginning of a song) The initial settings (data recorded at the beginning of a song) can be changed after the recording. For example, after recording, you can change the voice to create a different ambience or adjust the song tempo to your taste. You can change the following initial settings. ENGLISH • Voice selection • Dual mode voices • Sustain/soft pedal depth • Tempo 1. Press the [REC] button to engage Record Ready mode.
Connecting MIDI Instruments Connecting MIDI Instruments The P-85 features MIDI IN/OUT terminals, allowing you to connect the P-85 to other instruments and devices—including computers—and take advantage of the various performance and recording capabilities in MIDI applications. Connecting MIDI [IN] [OUT] terminals ENGLISH MIDI [IN] [OUT] terminals NOTE Use MIDI cables to connect external MIDI devices to these connectors.
Connecting MIDI Instruments Connecting a Personal Computer By connecting a computer to the MIDI terminals, you can transfer data between the P-85 and the computer via MIDI. CAUTION NOTE Connecting the USB port on the computer to the P-85 via an optional USB-MIDI interface (such as the Yamaha UX16) Use a USB-MIDI interface device to connect the USB port on your computer to the P85’s MIDI terminals. You must install the USB-MIDI interface (such as the UX16) driver.
MIDI Functions MIDI Functions You can make detailed adjustments to MIDI settings. MIDI Transmit/Receive Channel Selection ENGLISH In any MIDI control setup, the MIDI channels of the transmitting and receiving devices must be matched for proper data transfer. This parameter enables you to specify the channel on which the P-85 transmits or receives MIDI data. Setting the Transmit Channel While holding down the [DEMO/SONG] and [METRONOME] buttons, press one of the C1–E2 keys.
MIDI Functions Program Change ON/OFF Normally the P-85 will respond to MIDI program change numbers received from an external keyboard or other MIDI device, causing the same numbered voice to be selected on the corresponding channel (the keyboard voice does not change).
MIDI Functions Control Change ON/OFF ENGLISH Normally the P-85 will respond to MIDI control change data received from an external MIDI device or keyboard, causing the voice on the corresponding channel to be affected by pedal and other “control” settings received from the controlling device (the keyboard voice is not affected). The P85 also transmits MIDI control change information when the pedal or other appropriate controls are operated.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause and Solution The P-85 does not turn on. The P-85 has not been plugged in properly. Securely insert the female plug into the jack on the P-85, and the male plug into a proper AC outlet (page 11). Noise is heard from the speakers or headphones. The noise may be due to interference caused by the use of a mobile phone in close proximity to the P-85. Turn off the mobile phone, or use it further away from the P-85.
Index Index B R Backup Data ....................................................................27 [REC] button .................................................................. 23 Recording ........................................................................ 23 C ENGLISH Combining Voices (Dual)...............................................19 Reverb.............................................................................. 20 Connecting a Personal Computer .................................
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Appendix Preset Song List / Liste der voreingestellten Songs / Liste des morceaux prédéfinis / Lista de canciones preseleccionadas No. Title Composer 1 Invention No. 1 J.S.Bach 2 Invention No. 8 J.S.Bach 3 Gavotte J.S.Bach 4 Prelude (Wohltemperierte Klavier I No.1) J.S.Bach 5 Menuett G dur BWV.Anh.114 J.S.Bach 6 Le Coucou L-C.Daquin 7 Piano Sonate No.15 K.545 1st mov. W.A.Mozart 8 Turkish March W.A.Mozart 9 Menuett G dur W.A.Mozart 10 Little Serenade J.
Specifications / Technische Daten / Caractéristiques techniques / Especificaciones Keyboard Sound Source 88 keys (A-1–C7) AWM Stereo Sampling Polyphony (Max.
Memo 124 36 P-85 Owner’s Manual / Bedienungsanleitung / Mode d’emploi / Manual de instrucciones
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