PF-500 Owner's Manual Yamaha Web Site (English only) www.yamahasynth.com Yamaha Manual Library http://www2.yamaha.co.jp/manual/english/ Before using the PF-500, be sure to read “Precautions„ on pages 3-4. IMPORTANT This document is printed on recycled chlorine free (ECF) paper with soy ink. M.D.G., Pro Audio & Digital Musical Instrument Division, Yamaha Corporation C 2002 Yamaha Corporation V941880 205APAP1.
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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 • Only use the voltage specified as correct for the instrument.
Connections Using the bench (If included) • 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 place the bench in an unstable position where it might accidentally fall over.
Thank you for choosing the Yamaha PF-500 electronic piano. In order to make the most of your PF-500’s performance potential and features, please read this Owner’s Manual thoroughly, and keep it in a safe place for later reference. About this Owner’s Manual and Reference Booklet This manual consists of four main sections: “Introduction,” “Basic Operation,” “Detailed Settings,” and “Appendix.” Also, a separate “Reference Booklet” is provided. Introduction: Please read this section first.
Table of contents Introduction.......................................................... 2 PRECAUTIONS ........................................................................................................................................ 3 About this Owner’s Manual and Reference Booklet..................................................................................................... 5 Table of contents .....................................................................................................
Table of contents Renaming a song...[RenameSong] ............................................................................................................................... 47 Changing the type of characters on screen...[CharacterCode]................................................................................... 47 Playing Back Recorded Songs .............................................................................................................. 48 Playing back a song .......................
Table of contents Setting the touch sensitivity [TouchSense].................................................................................................................. 75 Setting the right pedal function [RPedal].................................................................................................................... 75 Setting the center pedal function [MPedal] ................................................................................................................
Application Index Use this index to find reference pages that may be helpful for your application and situation. Listening Listening to demo songs...............................................“Listening to the Demonstration Tunes” on page 20 “Playing the 50 piano preset songs” on page 22 Listening to demo songs with different voices ............“Listening to the Demonstration Tunes” on page 20 Listening to songs from “50 greats for the Piano” ..............
Application Index Use this index to find reference pages that may be helpful for your application and situation. Settings Making detailed settings for recording and playback ............................................“Detailed settings for recording and playback [SONG SETTING]” on page 65 Making detailed settings for the metronome ......................................... “Detailed settings for the metronome METRONOME [SETTING]” on page 68 Making detailed settings for the voices ..........................
Included Accessories Pedal Unit Keyboard Stand Music Stand Bench (included or optional depending on locale) Dust Cover (included or optional depending on locale) Owner’s Manual Reference Booklet PF-500 11
Features The Yamaha PF-500 electronic piano features rich sounds produced by Yamaha’s proprietary “AWM dynamic stereo sampling” tone generator system and a “Graded Hammer” keyboard that varies the key weight according to the key range, giving these electronic pianos a “playing-feel” that is very close to the keyboard of a genuine grand piano.
Features SONG select buttons This section enables you to listen to 50 piano preset songs, as well as to practice playing the songs using a convenient Practice function. You can also record and play back your performance. (page 22, 35, 48) [METRONOME] Use the metronome functions. (page 34) [CONTRAST] Adjust the brightness of the display using this control. (page 16) [DEMO] Demonstration playback is available for each voice.
Before Using the PF-500 You do not need to install the stand to play the PF-500. However, if you wish to assemble the stand, refer to page 100. About the pedal unit Insert the plug of the pedal unit, with the arrow in the plug facing upward.
Before Using the PF-500 Turning the power on 1. Connect the power cable. First insert the plug of the power cable into the [AC INLET] on the left side panel, then plug the other end of the cable into the proper AC outlet on the wall. 1 2 AC INLET L/L+RAUX (The shape of plug differs depending on locale.
Before Using the PF-500 Adjusting the display contrast You can adjust the contrast of the display by turning the [CONTRAST] knob located to the right of the LCD. A CONTRAST B Use this knob. NO YES EXIT C D TERMINOLOGY CONTRAST: difference between brightness and darkness Setting the volume To adjust the volume, use the [MASTER VOLUME] located at the left of the panel. Play the keyboard to actually produce sound while you adjust the volume. The level decreases.
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Part Names C B CONTRAST B NO F D YES GRAND PIANO 1 GRAND PIANO 2 E.PIANO 1 E.PIANO 2 HARPSICHORD E.CLAVICHORD VIBRAPHONE GUITAR CHURCH ORGAN JAZZ ORGAN STRINGS CHOIR SYNTH. PAD WOOD BASS E.
Part Names Connectors (Left side panel) R AUX IN ............................................... P51 S AUX OUT ........................................... P52 T [PHONES] .......................................... P16 U [POWER ON/OFF].............................. P15 V [AC INLET] ......................................... P15 W [PEDAL]...................................... P14, 101 S R AUX IN L/L+R AC INLET X [AUX PEDAL] ...................................... P52 Y MIDI [IN] [OUT] [THRU] ................
Listening to the Demonstration Tunes For each voice group, the PF-500 contains one demo song that shows off the character of the voices. This section explains how to listen to the demo songs for the voice groups listed below. Demonstration tunes Voice group Tunes HARPSICHORD Composer Gavotte J.S.Bach The demonstration pieces listed above are short rearranged excerpts the original compositions. All other songs are original (©2002 Yamaha Corporation).
Listening to the Demonstration Tunes 2. Select a tune and start playback. Press the voice group button for the demo song that you want to hear. The indicator of the voice group button you pressed will light, and the demo song will begin playing. Subsequently, the demo songs will play back consecutively from the upper left voice group button until you stop the playback. 3. 4. Stop the playback. Press the button of the voice group being played or the SONG [START/STOP] button.
Listening to 50 Piano Preset Songs The PF-500 provides performance data of 50 piano songs. You can just listen to these songs (page 22) or use them for practice (page 24). See page 34 in the Reference Booklet for a complete listening of the preset songs.
Listening to 50 Piano 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 of the SONG SELECT [ ]/[ ] buttons to return to the song select screen. A B NO C 3. YES TIP You can also use the D[–]/[+] buttons to change the tempo.
Listening to 50 Piano Preset Songs Practicing a one-hand part using 50 preset songs The 50 preset songs have separate left- and right-hand parts on individual tracks. You can turn the left- and right-hand parts on or off as required so you can practice the corresponding part (the part that is turned off) on the keyboard. The right-hand part is played by [TRACK 1] and the left-hand part is played by [TRACK 2].
Listening to 50 Piano Preset Songs 3. Stop playback. When playback is complete, it automatically stops and the PF-500 locates the top of the song. If you wish to stop playback in the middle of a song, press the [TOP] button. You can also pause playback by pressing the SONG [START/STOP] button. Playback stops when you press the button. TIP Resetting the part playback Both parts are automatically turned ON whenever you select a new song.
Selecting and Playing Voices Selecting Voices SONG SELECT SONG TRACK 1 TRACK 2 EXTRA TRACKS FILE TOP START/STOP REC SONG SETTING KEYBOARD METRONOME START/STOP SETTING A CONTRAST B NO DOWN Voice group buttons 1 2 YES UP GRAND PIANO 1 GRAND PIANO 2 E.PIANO 1 E.PIANO 2 HARPSICHORD E.CLAVICHORD VIBRAPHONE GUITAR CHURCH ORGAN JAZZ ORGAN STRINGS CHOIR SYNTH. PAD WOOD BASS E.
Selecting and Playing Voices Using the pedals The PF-500 has three foot pedals: damper pedal (right), sostenuto pedal (center), and soft pedal (left) that produce a range of expressive effects similar to those produced by the pedals on an acoustic piano. Damper (right) pedal When you press the damper pedal, the notes you play have a longer sustain.
Selecting and Playing Voices Adding variation to the sound [BRILLIANCE]/[REVERB]/[CHORUS] The Effect function enables you to add expression to the sound. The PF-500 effects include Brilliance, Reverb, and Chorus. [REVERB] [CHORUS] SONG SELECT SONG TRACK 1 TRACK 2 EXTRA TRACKS FILE TOP START/STOP REC SONG SETTING KEYBOARD METRONOME START/STOP SETTING A CONTRAST B NO DOWN YES UP GRAND PIANO 1 GRAND PIANO 2 E.PIANO 1 E.PIANO 2 HARPSICHORD E.
Selecting and Playing Voices [REVERB] This control adds reverberation to the sound by simulating the natural reverberation of a concert hall. Procedure Pressing the [REVERB] button repeatedly toggles the reverb on and off. Even if the reverb effect is turned off, a “soundboard reverb” effect will be applied when the GrandPiano1 or GrandPiano2 voice is selected.
Selecting and Playing Voices Combining two voices (Dual mode) You can play two voices simultaneously across the entire range of the keyboard. In this way, you can simulate a melody duet or combine two similar voices to create a thicker sound. Refer to “Voice Combination Examples (Dual and Split)” on page 99 for examples of effective voice combinations. The numbers on the upper row indicate the steps in Dual mode using voices from different groups.
Selecting and Playing Voices Dual mode using voices in the same voice group Procedure 1. 2. 3. Select a voice group. In normal play mode, press the desired voice group button. Select a voice. Use the A [–]/[+] buttons to select a voice. TIP If you want to select Dual mode for the left-hand area when the entire keyboard is devided into left and right areas (page 32), press D [–] [+]. Select another voice. Use the B [–]/[+] buttons to select another voice in the same voice group.
Selecting and Playing Voices Splitting the keyboard range and playing two different voices (Split mode) Split mode enables you to play two different voices on the keyboard — one with the left hand and another with the right hand. For example, you can play a bass part using the [WOOD BASS] or [E. BASS] voice with the left hand, and a melody with the right hand. Refer to “Voice Combination Examples (Dual and Split)” on page 99 for examples of effective voice combinations.
Selecting and Playing Voices 4. Specify the split point (the border between the rightand left-hand range). The normal setting of the split point is “F 2.” F2 TIP A specified “split point” key is included in the left-hand range. TIP The split point can also be set by the [OTHER SETTING] parameter [SplitPoint]. (page 69) Center “C” To change the split point setting: Hold down [SPLIT], then use the D [–]/[+] to specify the split point.
Selecting and Playing Voices Using the metronome The PF-500 is built-in metronome (a device that keeps an accurate tempo) is a convenient feature for practice. 1 2 SONG SELECT SONG TRACK 1 TRACK 2 EXTRA TRACKS FILE TOP START/STOP REC SONG SETTING KEYBOARD METRONOME START/STOP SETTING A CONTRAST B NO DOWN YES UP GRAND PIANO 1 GRAND PIANO 2 E.PIANO 1 E.PIANO 2 HARPSICHORD E.CLAVICHORD VIBRAPHONE GUITAR CHURCH ORGAN JAZZ ORGAN STRINGS CHOIR SYNTH. PAD WOOD BASS E.
Recording Your Performance TIP You can record your performance (audio data) to a cassette tape recorder or other recording devices via the AUX OUT connector. (see page 52.) This chapter explains how to record your performance using the PF-500 recording function. You can, for example, play back what you have played on the PF-500 keyboard for an effective practice aid. You can also record just the left-hand part, then practice the right-hand part while playing back the recorded left-hand part.
Recording Your Performance 2. 3. Select a voice. Select a voice (or voices) for recording (see page 26). NOTE Set the tempo in Step 3. Set the other parameters, such as reverb and chorus. Adjust the [MASTER VOLUME] dial to set the volume level to suit your preference. You can also use the dial to adjust the level during playback. After you set the tempo or if the record standby screen does not appear, press one of the SONG SELECT [ ] [ ] buttons once to return to the New Song screen.
Recording Your Performance 5. Play back the recorded performance. Press the SONG [START/STOP] button to play back the recorded performance. When playback is complete, it automatically stops and the PF-500 locates the top of the song. To stop playback in the middle of a song, press the [TOP] button. You can also pause playback by pressing the SONG [START/STOP] button. Playback stops when you press the button.
Recording Your Performance Re-recording TRACK 1 partially This section explains how to record part of a song again. Procedure 1. Pause the song at the beginning of the part you wish to re-record. Use the B [–]/[+] buttons while the playback screen is displayed to move through the measures or play back the recording and press the SONG [START/STOP] button to locate a point slightly prior to the beginning of the part you wish to re-record.
Recording Your Performance Ending methods: Replace – The data after the point you stop recording will also be erased. Punch Out — The data after the point you stop recording will remain. 3-2 Keep holding down the [REC] button and press the [TRACK 1] button. TIP If you cancel recording by pressing the [REC] button, recording stops when you press the button. If you cancel recording by pressing the [TOP] button, the PF500 locates the top of the song. The [TRACK 1] indicator flashes in red.
Recording Your Performance Recording to the third or more tracks [EXTRA TRACKS] You can continue recording other parts into tracks 3–16 [EXTRA TRACKS] one by one. Procedure 1. Hold down the [REC] button in step 2 in the “Recording to [TRACK2]” on page 39 and use the B [–]/[+] buttons to select a recording track (3–16). select a recording track (3-16) A B NO C 2. YES D While holding down the [REC] key, press the [EXTRA TRACKS] button. Then, follow the procedure beginning with Step 4 on page 36.
Recording Your Performance Changing a voice or tempo after recording You can change the voice and tempo after recording to change a song’s feel or to set a more suitable tempo. You can also change these elements in the middle of a song. Procedure 1. 2. 3. 4. Select a song you wish to change by using the SONG SELECT [ ] [ ] buttons. To change the voice or tempo in the middle of the song, specify the measure to change using the B [–]/ [+] buttons. Change the settings (voice, reverb, etc.).
Recording Your Performance Adjusting the volume balance between playback and your performance [SONG BALANCE] While recording multiple parts into tracks one by one, you can adjust the volume balance between the playback of the recorded parts and your current performance. Procedure 1. Move [SONG BALANCE] to the left or right to make adjustments. SONG The song playback volume will be lower. KEYBOARD SONG BALANCE TIP The song balance setting is also used during playback. (See page 48.
Saving Recorded Songs and Handling the Files...[FILE] File screens (accessed via the [FILE] button) enables you to handle song files (e.g., save, delete, and rename recorded songs), and change the characters on the screen.
Saving Recorded Songs and Handling the Files...[FILE] Basic file operation A message (information or confirmation dialog) sometimes appears on the screen to facilitate operation. Refer to the “Message List” on page 86 for an explanation of each message, appropriate actions to take. 2 3 SONG SELECT SONG TRACK 1 TRACK 2 EXTRA TRACKS FILE TOP START/STOP REC SONG SETTING KEYBOARD 3 METRONOME START/STOP SETTING A CONTRAST B NO DOWN YES UP GRAND PIANO 1 GRAND PIANO 2 E.PIANO 1 E.
Saving Recorded Songs and Handling the Files...[FILE] Saving recorded or other songs to PF-500 Storage memory...[SaveToMemory] If you record a song, then turn off the power to the PF-500, the song will be erased. To save the recorded song, you must save it into the PF-500 Storage memory. You can also save the preset songs, and additional or overwriting recordings (page 40) to Storage memory. A B NO C YES D Procedure See page 44 the basic operation information.
Saving Recorded Songs and Handling the Files...[FILE] Deleting a Memory song...[DeleteSong] This deletes a song from memory. You cannot delete a preset song or the current song. A B NO C YES D TIP To delete a Current song, select “ALL” for the ChannelClear parameter in the “SONG SETTING” menu (page 66). Alternatively, press the SONG SELECT [ ]/[ ] buttons simultaneously to display “Song Changed Save?”. This means “A song has been edited. Do you wish to save the change?” Press the B [– (NO)] button.
Saving Recorded Songs and Handling the Files...[FILE] Renaming a song...[RenameSong] You can change a song’s title except for the preset songs and [P-000: NewSong]. A B NO C YES D Procedure See page 44 for basic operation information. The following is a detailed procedure for Step 4. 4. Name the song as described in the [SaveToMemory] section (page 45). CAUTION Do not turn off the power while the screen displays “Executing.
Playing Back Recorded Songs TIP Change the PF-500’s character type ([CharacterCord]) as appropriate for the selected song. You can play back songs recorded using the Record function (page 35). You can also play the keyboard along with the playback. TIP Songs containing a large amount of data may not be able to be read properly by the instrument, and as such you may not be able to select them. The maximum capacity is about 200–300KB, however this may differ depending on the data contents of each song.
Playing Back Recorded Songs 3. Start playback. Press the SONG [START/STOP] button. Starting playback automatically as you start playing the keyboard (Synchro Start) You can start playback as soon as you start playing the keyboard. This is called the “Synchro Start” function. To enter Synchro Start standby mode, press and hold down the [TOP] button and press the SONG [START/STOP] button. The SONG [START/STOP] indicator flashes. Now play the keyboard. Playback starts simultaneously.
Playing Back Recorded Songs Turning track playback on and off When you select a song on the PF-500, the indicators for tracks that contain data ([TRACK 1], [TRACK 2], [EXTRA TRACKS]) are lit in green. While the PF-500 is playing or stopped, pressing these track buttons turn off the indicators, and the data on those tracks will not be played. Pressing the track buttons toggles track playback on and off. You can play the part that is turned off.
Connections Connectors CAUTION Before connecting the PF-500 to other electronic components, turn off the power to all the components. Before turning the power on or off to all components, set all volume levels to minimum (0). Otherwise, electrical shock or damage to the components may occur.
Connections 2 AUX OUT [R][L] Pin jacks (LEVEL FIXED), [R][L/L+R] Phone jacks These jacks let you connect the PF-500 to your stereo system etc. to play at higher volumes, or connect a cassette recorder etc. to record your playing. Use audio cables to make connections as shown in the diagram. CAUTION When the PF-500’s AUX OUT jacks are connected to an external audio system, first turn on the power to the PF-500, then to the external audio system. Reverse this order when you turn the power off.
Connections Connecting a personal computer You can connect the [TO HOST], MIDI [IN][OUT][THRU], or [USB] connector of the PF-500 to your personal computer and enjoy using the PF-500 in conjunction with musical software on your computer. There are the three methods by which to connect the PF-500 to a personal computer: 1. Connecting the serial port on the computer to the PF-500’s TO HOST jack (page 52) 2. Using a MIDI interface and the PF-500’s MIDI connectors (page 52) 3.
Connections 1. Connecting the serial port on the computer to the PF-500’s TO HOST jack Connect the computer’s serial port (RS-232C or RS-422) to the PF-500’s TO HOST jack. In this connection, the PF-500 functions as a MIDI interface. Therefore, you do not need a special MIDI interface. Connection Use a special serial cable (page 55) to connect the computer’s serial port (RS-232C or RS-422) to the PF-500’s TO HOST jack.
Connections Type of serial cables and connection pin assignments According to the type of computer you connect, use one of the following serial cables.
Connections 2. Using a MIDI interface and the PF-500’s MIDI connectors Connection Use a MIDI interface device to connect a computer to the PF-500 using special MIDI cables. PF-500 MIDI HOST SELECT MIDI PC-2 Mac USB IN OUT MIDI IN THRU MIDI OUT MIDI IN MIDI OUT MIDI OUT MIDI IN MIDI interface MIDI interface Windows Macintosh PF-500 HOST SELECT switch setting Set the PF-500 HOST SELECT switch to “MIDI.
Connections 3. Connecting the USB port on the computer to the PF-500’s USB jack If you connect the PF-500 to your computer, you can transfer MIDI data between your computer and the PF-500. You can also use the included File Utility (software for your computer) to transfer files between your computer and the internal memory of the PF-500. Connections Use a USB cable to connect the USB port on your computer to the [USB] jack on the PF-500.
Connections About the USB connector • In order to use MIDI on your computer, you will need application software that is appropriate for your computer and that meets your needs. • If you want to use a USB cable to connect the PF-500 to your computer, you must connect the USB cable before turning on the power of the PF-500. Also, do not turn the power of the PF-500 on or off while application software that uses USB MIDI is running.
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Detailed Settings You can set various parameters to make the best use of PF-500 functions, such as fine tuning the pitch, selecting a voice for the metronome, repeating playback, etc. For the basic procedure to make these settings, refer to page 85. Parameter List The following parameters are available.
Detailed Settings Voices [VOICE SETTING] In Dual mode, parameters with the “ *” mark are set for Voice 1 and Voice 2 individually.
Detailed Settings MIDI [MIDI SETTING] Settings MIDI transmit channel Specify the MIDI receive channel Local control on/off Selecting performance from the keyboard or song data for MIDI transmission Type of data received via MIDI Type of data transmitted via MIDI Song data bulk dump Transmitting the initial settings Voice data bulk dump Parameter name Reference page MidiOutChannel MidiInChannel LocalControl 78 78 79 MidiOutSelect 79 ReceiveParameter TransmitParameter SongBulkDump InitialSetup VoiceBu
Detailed Settings Making detailed settings 1 SONG SELECT SONG TRACK 1 TRACK 2 EXTRA TRACKS FILE TOP START/STOP REC SONG SETTING KEYBOARD METRONOME START/STOP SETTING 2 3 4 A CONTRAST B NO DOWN 1 YES UP GRAND PIANO 1 GRAND PIANO 2 E.PIANO 1 E.PIANO 2 HARPSICHORD E.CLAVICHORD VIBRAPHONE GUITAR CHURCH ORGAN JAZZ ORGAN STRINGS CHOIR SYNTH. PAD WOOD BASS E.
Detailed Settings 4. Write, execute, or save the data. There are two ways to respond to the messages. If “Execute?→” or “Start?→” appears: Press the B [+(YES)] button to display confirmation ([Sure?→]). To proceed, press the B [+(YES)] button again. The PF-500 displays “Executing” and writes the data. When the operation is complete, it displays “Completed” for three seconds, then returns to the previous screen. To cancel the operation, press the B [–(NO)] button instead of the B [+(YES)] button.
Detailed settings for recording and playback [SONG SETTING] You can make detailed settings for the selected song. First, select the desired song from preset songs (“PresetSong”) or memory songs (“MemorySong”) (see page 48). Procedure Select the desired song and press the [SONG SETTING] button to access the “Song Setting” menu.
Detailed settings for recording and playback [SONG SETTING] Specifying whether playback starts immediately along with the first voicing [QuickPlay] This parameter enables you to specify whether a song that starts from the middle of a bar, or a song with a silence prior to the first note, should be played from the first note or from the top of the bar (rest or blank). See the procedure on page 63. Deleting data from each channel [ChannelClear] You can delete data from each of 16 channels.
Detailed settings for recording and playback [SONG SETTING] TIP Use the following buttons to specify the range to be repeated during song playback. C [–][+] ........ specifies the start point of the repeat. D [–]/[+] .......specifies the end point of the repeat. NOTE When you select another song, the specified range is automatically cancelled and the Repeat function is turned off.
Detailed settings for the metronome METRONOME [SETTING] You can set the time signature, volume level, and voice of the PF-500 metronome. Procedure Press the [METRONOME SETTING] button to access the Metronome Setting menu. [METRONOME SETTING] SONG SELECT SONG TRACK 1 TRACK 2 EXTRA TRACKS FILE TOP START/STOP REC SONG SETTING KEYBOARD METRONOME START/STOP SETTING A CONTRAST B NO DOWN YES UP GRAND PIANO 1 GRAND PIANO 2 E.PIANO 1 E.PIANO 2 HARPSICHORD E.
Detailed settings for the voices [VOICE SETTING] This menu enables you to make various detailed settings for the voices in Dual or Split mode and the effects. You can make these settings for each voice (or each combination of voices) individually. You can listen to the notes you play on the keyboard while changing the settings. Procedure 1. Select a voice and press the [VOICE SETTING] button to access the “Voice Setting” menu.
Detailed settings for the voices [VOICE SETTING] TIP In Dual mode, parameters with the “*” mark are set for Voice 1 and Voice 2 individually. TIP Parameter names enclosed in parentheses ( ) are displayed in Dual mode. Setting the octave [Octave]* Setting the position of right and left channels [Pan]* You can specify the position in the stereo image from which you hear the sound. See the procedure on page 63. A B NO The pitch of a note can be shifted upward or downward in steps of an octave.
Detailed settings for the voices [VOICE SETTING] Selecting the reverb type [ReverbType] Selecting the chorus type [Chorus Type] TIP You cannot set this parameter for the voice parts “Left” and “LeftXLayer.” TIP You cannot set this parameter for the voice parts “Left” and “Left × Layer.” See the procedure on page 63. See the procedure on page 63. A B NO C A B YES NO D C YES D Setting range: Setting range: Room Simulates reverberation in a room.
Detailed settings for the voices [VOICE SETTING] AutoPan Setting the chorus on/off [ChorusOnOff] You can set the [CHORUS] button on or off for each voice. When you select a voice, the chorus on/ off setting for the voice automatically changes according to this parameter. TIP Even if this parameter is turned on, the chorus effect is disabled if the ChorusSend parameter is set to 0. Setting the speed of the vibraphone vibrato effect* [VibeRotorSpeed] See the procedure on page 63.
Detailed settings for the voices [VOICE SETTING] Turning the vibraphone vibrato effect on/off* [VibeRotorOnOff (RotorOnOff)] Adjusting the brightness of the sound* [Brightness] See the procedure on page 63. This will be displayed only if VibeRotor is selected for the DSP Type parameter explained above. It turns on/off the vibrato effect that is applied when you use the VibeRotor pedal. See the procedure on page 63.
Detailed settings for the voices [VOICE SETTING] Adjusting the low-range frequency of the equalizer* [EQ LowFreq. (EQ L.Freq)] Adjusting the high-range frequency of the equalizer* [EQ HighFreq. (EQ H.Freq)] TERMINOLOGY Equalizer: An audio equalizer divides the frequency spectrum into multiple regions and enables the user to adjust the relative amplitude of each region. See the procedure on page 63. Setting range: High Gain Low Gain 500 Hz–16.
Detailed settings for the voices [VOICE SETTING] Setting the touch sensitivity [TouchSense]* Setting the right pedal function [RPedal] This parameter enables determines the manner and degree to which the volume level changes in response to your touch on the keyboard (how hard you play). Since the volume level of the harpsichords and pipe organs do not change regardless of how you play the keyboard, the normal setting for these voices is 127. (See the setting range below.) See the procedure on page 63.
Detailed settings for the voices [VOICE SETTING] Setting the left pedal function [LPedal] See the procedure on page 63. A B NO C YES D Setting range: Same as “Right pedal function assignment” (page 75). Normal Setting: Soft (for all voices other than JazzOrgan and VibraPhone) Rotary Speed (JazzOrgan), Vibraphone (VibeRotor) Setting the auxiliary pedal function [AuxPedal] You can assign a function to the pedal connected to the PF-500’s AUX PEDAL jack. See the procedure on page 63.
MIDI [MIDI SETTING] You can make detailed MIDI settings, such as setting up MIDI transmit/receive channels. About MIDI MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is a standard format for data transmission/reception. It enables the transfer of performance data and commands between MIDI devices and personal computers. Using MIDI, you can control a connected MIDI device from the PF-500, or control the PF-500 from a connected MIDI device or computer.
MIDI [MIDI SETTING] Procedure Press the [MIDI SETTING] button to enter MIDI setting mode. [MIDI SETTING] SONG SELECT SONG TRACK 1 TRACK 2 EXTRA TRACKS FILE TOP START/STOP REC SONG SETTING KEYBOARD METRONOME START/STOP SETTING A CONTRAST B NO DOWN YES UP GRAND PIANO 1 GRAND PIANO 2 E.PIANO 1 E.PIANO 2 HARPSICHORD E.CLAVICHORD VIBRAPHONE GUITAR CHURCH ORGAN JAZZ ORGAN STRINGS CHOIR SYNTH. PAD WOOD BASS E.
MIDI [MIDI SETTING] Setting Local control on/off [LocalControl] “Local Control On” is a state in which the PF-500 produces the sound from its tone generator when you play the keyboard. In “Local Control Off ” state, the keyboard and the tone generator are cut off from each other. This means that even if you play the keyboard, the PF-500 will not produce the sound. Instead, the keyboard data can be transmitted via MIDI to a connected MIDI device, which can produce the sound.
MIDI [MIDI SETTING] Transmitting the initial settings on the panel [InitialSetup] You can transmit the panel data, such as voice selection, to a connected sequencer. Before you record performance data to a connected MDF3 or sequencer, it is useful if you first send and record (at the beginning of the performance data) the panel setup data for your performance during playback. See the procedure on page 63.
Other settings You can make detailed settings for touch, tuning, scale, etc. Procedure Press the [OTHER SETTING] button to enter Other Setting mode. SONG SELECT SONG TRACK 1 TRACK 2 EXTRA TRACKS FILE TOP START/STOP REC SONG SETTING KEYBOARD METRONOME START/STOP SETTING A CONTRAST B NO DOWN YES UP GRAND PIANO 1 GRAND PIANO 2 E.PIANO 1 E.PIANO 2 HARPSICHORD E.CLAVICHORD VIBRAPHONE GUITAR CHURCH ORGAN JAZZ ORGAN STRINGS CHOIR SYNTH. PAD WOOD BASS E.
Other settings Selecting a scale [Scale] A You can 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. See the procedure on page 63. A B NO C NO C D Equal One octave is divided into twelve equal intervals. Currently most popular piano tuning scale.
Other settings Setting range: –12 (–1 octave)–0 (normal pitch)–+12 (+1 octave) Adjusting the depth of the Soft pedal [SoftPedalDepth] Specify the volume of the keyoff sound [KeyOffSamplingDepth] You can adjust the volume of the key-off sound (the subtle sound that occurs when you release a key) This is effective on the voice groups “Grand Piano1,” “Harpsichord,” and “E.Clavichord” and on the voice “E.Piano2.” See the procedure on page 63. See the procedure on page 63.
Other settings Assign the SONG [START/ STOP] function to the pedal [PedalStart/Stop] Setting the point at which the damper pedal starts to affect the sound [HalfPedalPoint] TIP If you assign the SONG START/STOP function to a pedal and turn the function On, the pedal function assigned to the pedal in the Voice Setting menu (pages 75 and 76) is disabled. See the procedure on page 63. A B NO YES C Select a pedal to assign the function.
Other settings Switch the speaker on/off [Speaker] Restoring the normal (default) settings [FactorySet] This setting lets you switch the speaker on/off. See the procedure on page 63. Normal (HeadphoneSW) The speaker will sound only if headphones are not connected. On The speaker will always sound. Off The speaker will not sound. You can reset the PF-500 to its normal (factory default) settings. • The CharacterCode parameter setting in the File menu does not change.
Message List The messages are listed in alphabetical order. Message Meaning This will be displayed following the “BulkDataReceiving Voice” message. This indicates that the PF-500 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 PF-500 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 Message Meaning There is a problem with the TO HOST/USB connector When using the PF-500 connected to your personal computer ... The driver or MIDI application on your computer is not functioning correctly, perhaps because the computer is turned off, the cable is not connected correctly, or the HOST SELECT switch is not set correctly. In this case, turn off the power of the PF-500 and your computer, and check the cable connections and HOST SELECT switch setting.
Message List Message Meaning This message prompts you to select whether you wish to overwrite the existing data with new data when you add recordings to a song. Press the B [+ (YES)] button to allow overwriting. Press the B [– (NO)] button to cancel. You tried to start playing a song or perform another operation right after you select the song. Wait until the message disappears. You tried to copy or delete data in internally-protected files (such as commercially available music data).
Message List Message 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 when 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.
Questions about Operations and Functions ■ The buttons do not respond. While you are using a function, some buttons not used for the function are disabled. If the song is playing, stop the playback. Otherwise, press the [EXIT] button to return to the main screen. Then, perform the desired operation. ■ The sound sustains and does not decay when I press the sostenuto pedal.
Questions about Operations and Functions ■ I cannot change the key signature in the song after recording. Press the [TOP] button to locate the top of the song, use the B [–]/[+] buttons to locate the measure in which you wish to change the key signature, then change it. ■ How much data can I record? • Current memory (page 45): About 800KB • Storage memory (page 45): About 750KB ■ The on/off setting of the pedal connected to the AUX PEDAL jack is reversed.
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Troubleshooting Problem Cause The power of the PF-500 does not turn on. The power cable is not plugged in (check at the PF-500 and at the electrical outlet). Insert the power cable plug firmly into the PF-500 and into the electrical outlet of the correct voltage. (page 15) There is a clicking noise when you press [POWER] to turn the power on or off. This is caused by the electrical power within the instrument. This is not a malfunction. Noise is heard from the PF-500.
Data Compatibility This section covers basic information on data compatibility: whether or not other MIDI devices can playback the data recorded by PF-500, and whether or not the PF-500 can playback 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.
Data Compatibility Voice Allocation Format 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. [Main Voice Allocation Formats] ■ GM System Level 1 This is one of the most common voice allocation formats.
Preset Voice List : YES, ×: No Voice group Voice name Stereo sampling Touch Sense Dynamic sampling Key-off samples String 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 Voice group Voice name Stereo sampling Touch Sense Dynamic sampling Key-off samples String resonance Voice description NylonGuitar × × × × A warm and natural nylon-string guitar sound. Enjoy the atmosphere it adds to a quiet song. SteelGuitar × × × × A bright steel guitar sound. Ideal for popular music. GUITAR CHURCH ORGAN PipeOrgan Principal × × × × This voice features the combination of pipes (8'+4'+2') of a principal (brass instrument) organ.
Voice Combination Examples (Dual and Split) Dual MAIN + MAIN GrandPiano1 + E.Piano1 GrandPiano1 + E.Piano2 GrandPiano1 + SynthPiano MAIN + MAIN GrandPiano2 + GrandPiano2 MAIN + MAIN E.Piano1 + SlowChoir MAIN + MAIN E.Piano2 + E.Clavichord MAIN + MAIN Harpsichord8' + Strings MAIN + MAIN Celesta + SynthStirngs MAIN + MAIN This combination is often used in popular music. This produces a fantasy, spacious piano sound.
Assembling the Keyboard Stand You can use the PF-500 without installing the stand. However, if you wish to attach the stand to the PF-500, follow the steps below. CAUTION • Be careful not to confuse parts. Make sure that you install all parts in the correct orientation. Assemble the stand in accordance with the steps below. • At least two persons should assemble the stand together. • Be sure to use the correct-size screws, as indicated below. Use of incorrect screws can cause damages to the stand.
Assembling the Keyboard Stand 4. Raising the stand to the standing position. 7. Connecting the pedal unit. 1 Place the pedal unit in front of the rear legs. 2 Use the front legs as support to raise the stand. PEDAL 3 2 Connect the pedal cord plug into the PEDAL jack on the left side of the keyboard, with the arrow on the plug facing up. 3 Attach the cord holders in the position shown in the illustration, and clip the pedal cord to the holders. * You can also clip the power cord to the cord holders.
Index You can search the desired section using not only the terminology in this manual but also commonly-used words. The * mark indicates that the corresponding page includes the terminology explanation in the right column.
Index Personal computer 53 PHONES jacks 16 Playback 50 Piano Preset Songs 22 Demo Songs 21 Recorded Songs 49 Playing back repeatedly (song) 67 Playing back repeatedly (specifying the range) 66 playing two voices ➔ Split mode 32 POWER 15 Practicing a one-hand part (50 preset songs) 24 Preset song memory 43 Preset Voice List 97 R Recording Tape Recorder 52 Recording in Dual 42 Recording in Split 42 Recording Your Performance 35 Re-recording 37 REVERB 29 Rewind 23, 49 Right pedal 27 Right pedal function 75
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