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Introduction Thank you for choosing the Yamaha Electronic Piano P-120/P-120S. Your P-120/P-120S is a fine musical instrument that employs advanced Yamaha music technology. With the proper care, your P-120/P-120S will give you many years of musical pleasure.
Contents The Control Panel ....................................................... 8 The Metronome & Tempo Control........................... 25 Connections .............................................................. 10 ■ The Metronome............................................. 25 ● Metronome Time Signature..................... 25 ● Metronome Volume Function .................. 25 Selecting & Playing Voices ...................................... 13 ■ Tempo Control..................................
■ F5: Pedal Functions...................................... 35 F5.1: AUX PEDAL Mode ............................ 35 F5.2: Sustain Sample Depth ....................... 35 F5.3: Soft Pedal Effect Depth ..................... 36 F5.4: SUSTAIN PEDAL Type ..................... 36 F5.5: AUX PEDAL Type ............................. 36 ■ F6: Metronome Volume ................................ 36 ■ F7: Preset Song Part Cancel Volume.......... 36 ■ F8: MIDI Functions........................................
The Control Panel 1 7 2 0 ! 89 3 4 56 @ # $% ^& A-1 B-1 C0 D0 E0 F0 G0 A0 B0 C1 D1 E1 F1 G1 A1 B1 C2 D2 E2 F2 G2 A2 B2 C3 D3 E3 F3 G3 A3 B3 C4 D4 E4 F4 G4 A4 B4 C5 D5 E5 Tuning keys (See page 24) PHONES Jacks (Left side panel) (See page 11) 1 [MASTER VOLUME] Control The [MASTER VOLUME] control adjusts the P-120/P-120S’s output volume (level). The [MASTER VOLUME] control also adjusts headphone volume when a pair of headphones is plugged into the PHONES jack (page 11).
The Control Panel Music Stand The P-120/P-120S is supplied with a music stand that can be attached to the instrument by inserting it into the holes at the rear of the control panel. F5 G5 A5 B5 C6 D6 E6 F6 G6 A6 B6 C7 0 SONG [TRACK 1] and [TRACK 2] Buttons The P-120/P-120S has a 2-track recorder, and these buttons are used to select the track(s) to be recorded or played back. See page 27 for details.
Connections 6 7 8 9 HOST SELECT 1 2 3 4 5 Side panel 1 DC IN 16V Jack Make sure that the [STANDBY/ON] switch of the P-120/P-120S is set to STANDBY. Connect one end of the AC cable to the PA-300 AC power adaptor. Connect the AC adaptor’s DC cable to the DC IN 16V jack. Plug the other end of the AC cable into an AC outlet. After turning the power OFF, simply reverse the procedure to disconnect the power.
Connections 3 AUX OUT Jacks : L and R Pin jacks (LEVEL FIXED), L/L+R and R Phone Jacks The P-120/P-120S is equipped with both Pin and Phone AUX OUT jacks to deliver the output of the P-120/P-120S for connection to an instrument amplifier, mixing console, PA system or recording equipment. The Pin connectors (L and R) provide easy connection to a home audio system, etc. The L/L+R Phone Jack allows connection of the P-120/P-120S to a monaural sound system.
Connections 6 SUSTAIN PEDAL Jack This jack is for connecting a sustain pedal to the P-120/P-120S. The pedal functions in the same way as a damper pedal on an acoustic piano. Connect the supplied pedal to this jack and press the pedal to sustain the sound. The further down the pedal is pressed, the longer the sound will be sustained (can be used like a half pedal effect).
Selecting & Playing Voices Before turning the power ON or OFF for all components, set all volume levels to minimum. For instructions on connecting the P-120/P-120S to an amplifier/speaker system, see page 11. 1 Turn Power On ..................................................... 2 Set the Volume ..................................................... 3 Select a Voice .......................................................
Playing the Demonstration Tunes Demonstration tunes are provided that effectively demonstrate each of the P120/P-120S’s voices. There are also 50 preset songs that you can play individually, all in sequence, or in random order. Here’s how you can select and play the demo tunes. NOTE • The demo or preset song mode cannot be engaged while a user song recorder (page 26) is in use. • No MIDI reception occurs in the demo/preset song mode. • The demo/preset song data is not transmitted via the MIDI connectors.
Playing the Demonstration Tunes Preset Song 1 2 Engage the Preset Song Mode........................... Press the [PRESET] button to engage the preset song mode — the [PRESET], [TRACK 1] and [TRACK 2] indicators will light. Play a Preset Song .............................................. To play any of the 50 preset songs provided, use the [–/NO▼], [+/YES▲] buttons to select the number of the tune you want to play (the number will appear on the LED display), then press the SONG [START/STOP] button.
Playing the Demonstration Tunes Preset Song A-B Repeat The A-B Repeat function can be used to continuously repeat a specified phrase within a preset song. Combined with the Part Cancel function described below, this provides an excellent way to practice difficult phrases. 1 Specify the Beginning (A) of the Phrase ........... 2 Specify the End (B) of the Phrase......................
Playing the Demonstration Tunes Preset Song Part Cancel The 50 preset songs have separate left- and right-hand parts that can be turned on and off as required so you can practice the corresponding part on the keyboard. The right-hand part is played by [TRACK 1], and the left-hand part is played by [TRACK 2]. 1 Turn the Desired Part Off ....................................
The Dual Mode The dual mode makes it possible to play two voices simultaneously across the entire range of the keyboard. To activate the dual mode simply press two voice selectors at the same time (or press one voice selector while holding another). The voice indicators of both selected voices will light when the dual mode is active. To return to the normal single-voice play mode, press any single voice selector.
The Split Mode The split mode makes it possible to play two different voices on the keyboard — one with the left hand and another with the right hand. The Left Voice is played on all keys to the left of (and including) a specified “split point” key, while the Right Voice is played on all keys to the right of the split point key. To activate the split mode simply press the [SPLIT] button so that its indicator lights.
Reverb The [REVERB] button selects a number of digital reverb effects that you can use for extra depth and expressive power. To select a reverb type press the [REVERB] button a few times until the indicator corresponding to the desired type lights (the indicators light in sequence each time the [REVERB] button is pressed). No reverb is produced when all indicators are off. OFF No reverb effect is selected when no REVERB indicator is lit.
The Effect The [EFFECT] button allows you to select one of the effects that can give your sound greater depth and animation. To select an effect type press the [EFFECT] button a few times until the indicator corresponding to the desired type lights (the indicators light in sequence each time the [EFFECT] button is pressed). No effect is produced when all indicators are off. OFF No effect is selected when no EFFECT indicator is lit.
Brilliance This control can be used to change the tonality or “timbre” of the sound output. The control range is from MELLOW to BRIGHT. For a brighter or “sharper” tone, slide the control towards the BRIGHT position. For a “rounder” more mellow tone, slide the control towards the MELLOW position. NOTE • When the BRILLIANCE is set to BRIGHT, the overall sound will be slightly louder. If the MASTER VOLUME is set at a high level the sound may become distorted. If so, lower the MASTER VOLUME level.
Touch Sensitivity Four different types of keyboard touch sensitivity — HARD, MEDIUM, SOFT or FIXED — can be selected to match different playing styles and preferences. To select a touch sensitivity type press the [TOUCH] button a few times until the indicator corresponding to the desired type lights (the indicators light in sequence each time the [TOUCH] button is pressed). HARD The HARD setting requires the keys to be played quite hard to produce maximum loudness.
Tuning Tuning makes it possible to adjust the pitch of the P-120/P-120S over a 427.0 Hz … 453.0 Hz (corresponding to the A3 note’s Hz) range in approximately 0.2 Hertz intervals. Pitch control is useful for tuning the P-120/P-120S to match other instruments or recorded music. Tuning Up ..................................................................... Z To tune up (raise pitch), hold the A-1 and B-1 keys simultaneously. X Press any key between C3 and B3.
The Metronome & Tempo Control The P-120/P-120S built-in metronome is a convenient feature for practice, and it can also provide a solid rhythmic guide when recording with the User Song Recorder feature, described in the next section. The Metronome The metronome sound is alternately turned on and off by pressing the METRONOME [START/STOP] button. When on, the beat indicator flashes at the current tempo. Metronome Time Signature.................................
Using the User Song Recorder The ability to record and play back what you’ve played on the P-120/P-120S keyboard can be an effective practice aid. You can, for example, record just the left-hand part, and then practice the right-hand part while playing back the recorded left-hand part. Or, since you can record up to two tracks separately, you could record the left- and right-hand parts separately, or record both parts of a duet and hear how they sound when played back.
Using the User Song Recorder 4 Select the Record Track ...................................... When the record mode is engaged in the previous step, the lastrecorded track will automatically be selected for recording and its indicator — i.e. the [TRACK 1] or [TRACK 2] button indicator — will glow red. If you want to record on a different track, press the appropriate track button so that its indicator glows red.
Using the User Song Recorder Changing the Initial Settings .............................. The initial voice, tempo, time signature, reverb type, reverb depth, effect type and effect depth settings made in step 2 of the recording procedure are actually recorded by the P-120/P-120S.
Using the User Song Recorder NOTE • When in the demo song mode, the [USER 1/2/3] button can not be used to select a song. • It is possible to play along on the keyboard during playback. In this case, the playback voice and the voice you play on the keyboard are not the same. The playback voice is the voice that was set when the data was recorded. The voice you play on the keyboard is the voice that is selected on the panel.
The Function Mode The [TEMPO/FUNCTION#] button provides access to a range of functions that give the P-120/P-120S extraordinary versatility. The functions are categorized in groups as follows: F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 Tuning .........................................................................31 Scale............................................................................31 Dual Mode Functions.................................................32 Split Mode Functions.................................
The Function Mode F1: Tuning ________________________________________ In addition to the tuning method described on page 24, overall tuning can also be accomplished via the F1 function. After selecting “F1”, use the [–/NO▼] and [+/YES▲] buttons to lower or raise the pitch in approximately 0.2 Hz increments (the first time the [–/NO▼] or [+/YES▲] button is pressed simply switches to the tuning value display without actually changing the tuning). The overall tuning range is from 427.0 Hz to 453.
The Function Mode F3: Dual Mode Functions ____________________________ After selecting “F3.Y”, press the [+/YES▲] button to engage the dual-mode function submode, then use the [TEMPO/FUNCTION# ▼, ▲] buttons to select the desired dual mode function, as listed below. If the Dual mode is not engaged “F3.-” will appear instead of “F3.Y” and the Dual mode functions cannot be selected. If this happens engage the Dual mode and proceed.
The Function Mode F3.5: 1st Voice Effect Depth.................................................................... F3.6: 2nd Voice Effect Depth .................................................................. These functions make it possible to individually set the depth of the effect for the 1st and 2nd dual-mode Voices (“1st” and “2nd” is explained on page 18). Use the [–/NO▼] and [+/ YES▲] buttons to set the effect depth for the corresponding voice as required. The depth range is from 0 through 20.
The Function Mode F4.3: Right Voice Octave Shift................................................................ F4.4: Left Voice Octave Shift .................................................................. Depending on which voices you combine using the split mode, the combination may sound better if one of the voices is shifted up or down an octave. Use the [–/NO▼] and [+/YES▲] buttons to set the octave of the Left or Right Voice as required.
The Function Mode F5: Pedal Functions ________________________________ After selecting “F5.Y”, press the [+/YES▲] button to engage the pedal functions sub mode, then use the [TEMPO/FUNCTION# ▼, ▲] buttons to select the desired pedal functions, as listed below. F5.1: AUX PEDAL Mode .......................................................................... This function conveniently lets you set operation of the AUX PEDAL to one of the modes listed below.
The Function Mode F5.3: Soft Pedal Effect Depth ................................................................. This function sets the depth of the soft pedal effect. The effect depth range is from 1 to 5. A setting of “1” produces minimum effect depth while a setting of “5” produces maximum effect depth. Press the [–/NO▼] and [+/YES▲] buttons simultaneously to recall the default setting of “3”. F5.4: SUSTAIN PEDAL Type.................................................................... F5.
The Function Mode F8: MIDI Functions _________________________________ ● A Brief Introduction to MIDI MIDI, the Musical Instrument Digital Interface, is a world-standard communication interface that allows MIDIcompatible musical instruments and equipment to share MIDI Cable musical information and control one another. This makes it possible to create “systems” of MIDI instruments and equipment that offer far greater versatility and control than is available with isolated instruments.
The Function Mode In any MIDI control setup, the MIDI channels of the transmitting and receiving equipment must be matched for proper data transfer. A “Multi-timbre” receive mode is also available, which allows simultaneous reception of different parts on all 16 MIDI channels, allowing the P-120/P-120S to play multi-channel song data received from a music computer or sequencer. There’s also a “1-2” mode which allows simultaneous reception on channels 1 and 2.
The Function Mode F8.5: Control Change ON/OFF ....................................................................... Normally the P-120/P-120S 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 Function Mode F9: Backup Functions ______________________________ After selecting “F9.Y”, press the [+/YES▲] button to engage the backup function sub-mode, then use the [TEMPO/FUNCTION# ▼, ▲] buttons to select the desired backup function, as listed below. NOTE • The backup settings themselves, and the contents of the user song recorder memory, are always backed up. • Even if the Backup is turned on, factory presets can be recalled at any time (see page 44).
Connecting to a Personal Computer Although the P-120/P-120S can be connected to a personal computer via the MIDI IN/OUT connectors and a MIDI interface, the TO HOST connector and HOST SELECT switch allow direct connection to Apple Macintosh or IBM-PC/AT personal computers for sequencing and other music applications without the need for a separate MIDI interface.
Connecting to a Personal Computer Connecting to an IBM-PC/AT Series Computer Connect the TO HOST connector of the P-120/P-120S to the RS-232C port on your IBM computer, using a standard 8-pin MINI DIN → 9-pin D-SUB cross cable. Set the HOST SELECT switch to the “PC-2” position. Refer to your software owner’s manual for information on any settings you might have to make on the computer side. Set to the “PC-2” position.
Connecting to a Personal Computer Using a USB Interface (such as the Yamaha UX256, UX96) ................... Connect the USB interface (Yamaha UX256, UX96 or equivalent) to your computer using a USB cable. Install the driver software supplied with the interface (or other appropriate driver software) on your computer according to the supplied instructions. Connect your instrument to the USB interface using either a standard Macintosh 8-pin system peripheral cable or MIDI cables.
Factory Preset Recall All dual mode, split mode, reverb, effect, touch sensitivity, tuning settings, and the settings affected by the Backup Functions can be restored to their original factory preset values by holding the C7 key (rightmost key on the keyboard) while turning the [STANDBY/ON] switch ON. This also erases all user song recorder data, and sets all Backup on/off settings (F9) to “OFF”. NOTE • The factory setting list is found on page 49.
Voice Descriptions Voice Descriptions/Beschreibung der Stimmen/Descriptions des voix/ Descripciones de las voces Voice Name GRAND PIANO 1 VARIATION GRAND PIANO 2 VARIATION E.PIANO 1 VARIATION E.PIANO 2 VARIATION HARPSICHORD Touch Dynamic Key-off Response Sampling*1 Sampling*2 O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O — O O — — O — — — O O O — O — — O — — O O — — O Voice Descriptions Newly-recorded samples from a full concert grand piano.
Voice Descriptions/Beschreibung der Stimmen/Descriptions des voix/ Descripciones de las voces Voice Name Stereo Sampling E.
Voice Descriptions/Beschreibung der Stimmen/Descriptions des voix/ Descripciones de las voces Voice Name CHOIR VARIATION GUITAR VARIATION WOOD BASS VARIATION E.BASS VARIATION Stereo Sampling Touch Dynamic Key-off Response Sampling*1 Sampling*2 — O — — — O — — O O — — O O — — — O — — — O — — — O — — — O — — Voice Descriptions A big, spacious choir voice. Perfect for creating rich harmonies in slow pieces. Ein satter, reichhaltiger Klang.
Preset Song List Preset Song List/Verzeichnis der Preset-Songs/ Liste des morceaux de musique de preset/ Lista de canciones preajustadas No. Title Composer No. Title Composer 1 Invention No. 1 J.S.Bach 26 Etude op.10-12 “Revolutionary” F.F.Chopin 2 Invention No. 8 J.S.Bach 27 Valse op.64-1 “Petit chien” F.F.Chopin 3 Gavotte J.S.Bach 28 Valse op.64-2 F.F.Chopin 4 Prelude (Wohltemperierte Klavier I No.1) J.S.Bach 29 Valse op.69-1 “L’adieu” F.F.Chopin 5 Menuett G dur BWV.Anh.
Factory Setting List Factory Setting List/Liste der Vorgabeeinstellungen/ Liste des réglages/Lista de ajustes de fábrica Backup Group Voice GRAND PIANO 1 Variation OFF Dual Mode OFF Split Mode OFF Split Mode Left Voice WOOD BASS Reverb Type Preset for each voice Reverb Depth Preset for each voice Effect Type Preset for each voice Effect Depth Preset for each voice Touch Sensitivity F9.
MIDI Data Format MIDI Data Format/MIDI-Datenformat/ Format des données MIDI/Formato de datos MIDI If you’re already very familiar with MIDI, or are using a computer to control your music hardware with computer-generated MIDI messages, the data provided in this section can help you to control the P-120/P-120S.
MIDI Data Format/MIDI-Datenformat/ Format des données MIDI/Formato de datos MIDI 4. PROGRAM CHANGE Data format: [CnH] -> [ppH] CnH = Program event (n = channel number) ppH = Program change number Voice Name GRAND PIANO 1 VARIATION GRAND PIANO 2 VARIATION E.PIANO 1 VARIATION E.PIANO 2 VARIATION HARPSICHORD VARIATION E.CLAVICHORD VARIATION VIBRAPHONE VARIATION CHURCH ORGAN VARIATION JAZZ ORGAN VARIATION STRINGS VARIATION CHOIR VARIATION GUITAR VARIATION WOOD BASS VARIATION E.BASS VARIATION P.C.
MIDI Data Format/MIDI-Datenformat/ Format des données MIDI/Formato de datos MIDI (2) Universal Non-Realtime Message (GM On) General MIDI Mode On Data format: [F0H] -> [7EH] -> [XnH] -> [09H] -> [01H] -> [F7H] F0H = Exclusive status 7EH = Universal Non-Realtime 7FH = ID of target device 09H = Sub-ID #1=General MIDI Message 01H = Sub-ID #2=General MIDI On F7H = End of Exclusive or F0H = Exclusive status 7EH = Universal Non-Realtime XnH = When received, n=0~F.
MIDI Data Format/MIDI-Datenformat/ Format des données MIDI/Formato de datos MIDI
MIDI Parameter Change table (SYSTEM) Address (H) 00 00 00 01 02 03 Size (H) 4 Data (H) 020C - 05F4(*1) Parameter MASTER TUNE 04 05 06 7E 7F TOTAL SIZE 1 1 1 00 - 7F — 34 - 4C(*2) 00 00 MASTER VOLUME — TRANSPOSE XG SYSTEM ON RESET ALL PARAMETERS Description -50 - +50[cent] 1st bit 3 - 0 → bit 15 - 12 2nd bit 3 - 0 → bit 11 - 8 3rd bit 3 - 0 → bit 7 - 4 4th bit 3 - 0 → bit 3 - 0 0 - 127 Default value (H) 00 04MIDI Implementation Chart YAMAHA [Electronic Piano] Model: P-120/P-120S Function Transmitted Recognized Basic Channel Default Changed 1 1 - 16 1 1 - 16 Mode Default Messages Altered 3 X ***************** 1 X X : True voice 9 - 120 ***************** 0 - 127 0 - 127 Velocity Note ON Note OFF O 9nH, v=1 - 127 O 9nH, v=0 O 9nH, v=1 - 127 O 9nH, v=0 or 8nH After Touch Key’s Ch’s X X X X X X O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O Program Change : True # O ***************** O System Exclusiv
Specifications Specifications/Technische Daten/Caractéristiques techniques/ Especificaciones KEYBOARD 88 KEYS (A-1 ~ C7) POLYPHONY 64 NOTES MAX.
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.
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