DIGITAL WORKSTATION O w n e r ’s M a nu a l Thank you for purchasing this Yamaha Digital Workstation! We recommend that you read this manual carefully so that you can fully take advantage of the advanced and convenient functions of the instrument. We also recommend that you keep this manual in a safe and handy place for future reference. Before using the instrument, be sure to read “PRECAUTIONS” on pages 6-7.
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.
About the Manuals This instrument has the following documents and instructional materials. Included Documents Owner’s Manual (this book) Contains overall instructions for using your PSR-A2000. The function instructions are divided into the two following sections for convenient use. • Basic Operations: Provides overall explanations of the PSR-A2000 basic functions. • Advanced Features: Explains advanced features of the instrument, not explained in the Basic Operations section.
Welcome to Digital Workstation Explore the Demos Starting Up The Demos showcase the variety of stunning Voices and Styles on the instrument, and give you hands-on experience using it. Play a Wide Variety of Instrument Voices Chapter 1 Voices This instrument provides you with an exceptionally wide variety of authentic sounding instrument Voices, not only piano Voices but also many others including Oriental Voices.
Add Phrases and Rhythms to Your Performance Chapter 4 Multi Pads The instrument can add spice to your performance with short phrases and rhythms. Call Up the Ideal Voice and Style for Each Song Chapter 5 Music Finder By using the convenient Music Finder function, you can call up the ideal panel settings including the most suitable Voice, Style, effects, etc. for each song.
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.
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. • 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.
Notices and Information NOTICE To avoid the possibility of malfunction/ damage to the product, damage to data, or damage to other property, follow the notices below. ■ Handling and Maintenance Notices and Information • Do not use the instrument in the vicinity of a TV, radio, stereo equipment, mobile phone, or other electric devices. Otherwise, the instrument, TV, or radio may generate noise.
Included Accessories • Music Rest • AC Power Adaptor * May not be included depending on your particular area. Please check with your Yamaha dealer. • Owner’s Manual • My Yamaha Product User Registration Included Accessories * The PRODUCT ID on the sheet will be needed when you fill out the User Registration form. The instrument is compatible with the following formats. “GM (General MIDI)” is one of the most common Voice allocation formats.
Contents About the Manuals ........................................................ 3 Welcome to Digital Workstation 4 3 Songs – Playing, Practice and Recording Songs – 57 Playback of Songs....................................................... 57 Notices and Information ................................................ 8 Displaying Music Notation (Score) .............................. 60 Included Accessories .................................................... 9 Displaying Lyrics (Text) ...........
91 Connecting Audio Devices...........................................91 5 Music Finder – Calling Up Ideal Setups (Voice, Style, etc.) for Each Song – 160 Connecting a Footswitch/Foot Controller.....................92 Creating a Set of Favorite Records............................160 Connecting a USB Storage Device..............................93 Editing Records..........................................................161 Connecting to a Computer...........................................
Panel Controls Panel Controls % ^ 8 2 9 3 1 @ * ( º ¡ ™ & # ) ! $ £ 4 5 6 7 1 [MASTER VOLUME] control............................Page 15 Adjusts the overall volume. ) [FADE IN/OUT] button .....................................Page 52 Controls fade in/out of the Style/Song playback. 2 [ ] (Standby/On) switch ...............................Page 14 Turns the instrument’s power on ( ) or off ( ). ! STYLE CONTROL buttons ..............................Page 50 3 [DEMO] button ...............
Panel Controls ¤ • § ∞ ¶ ¢ ª ‚ ⁄ ( [CHANNEL ON/OFF] button ................... Pages 55, 62 Turns channels of Style/Song on or off. º [FUNCTION] button § PART SELECT buttons ................................... Page 37 These select a keyboard part. ¶ PART ON/OFF buttons.................................... Page 37 (See Advanced Features section.) Lets you make some advanced settings and create your original Styles, Songs and Multi Pads. • VOICE category selection buttons ................
Starting Up Powering Up Starting Up Power supply WARNING 1 Make sure that the instrument’s [ to Standby (off). 2 Connect one end of the AC cable to the power adaptor. 3 Connect the power adaptor’s DC plug to the instrument’s DC IN terminal on the rear panel. ] (Standby/On) switch is set Use the specified adaptor (page 197) only.
Setting the volume. Use the [MASTER VOLUME] dial to adjust the volume to an appropriate level. Starting Up 2 Air Vents CAUTION This instrument has special air vents in the top panel (see below) and rear panel. Do not place objects where they might block the air vent, since this may prevent adequate ventilation of the internal components, and possibly result in the instrument overheating.
Using Headphones Connect a pair of headphones to the [PHONES] jack. The internal stereo speaker system is automatically shut off when a pair of headphones is plugged into the [PHONES] jack. CAUTION Do not listen with the headphones at high volume for long periods of time. Doing so may cause hearing loss. Starting Up Standard phone plug Changing the Display Language This determines the language used in the display for messages, file names, and character input. 1 Call up the operation display.
Adjusting the Contrast of the Display Starting Up You can adjust the contrast of the display by turning the [LCD CONTRAST] knob located to the left of the display. Entering the Owner Name in the Opening Display You can have your name appear in the opening display (the display that appears when the power is turned on). 1 Call up the operation display. [FUNCTION] → [I] UTILITY → TAB [E][F] OWNER 2 Press the [I] (OWNER NAME) button to call up the Owner Name display.
Playing the Demos The Demos provide helpful, easy-to-understand introductions to the features and functions as well as sound demonstrations. 1 Press the [DEMO] button to start the Demos. Starting Up Overview Demo will play back continuously, calling up the various displays in sequence. 2 Press the [7 ▲▼]/[8 ▲▼] (SKIP OVERVIEW) buttons in the Demo display to call up the specific Demo menu. 3 2 3 Press one of the [A] – [D] buttons to show a specific Demo.
Display-based Controls The LCD provides comprehensive at-a-glance information on all current settings. The displayed menu can be selected or changed by the controls around the LCD. TAB [E][F] buttons (page 20) [F] – [J] buttons (see below) Starting Up [A] – [E] buttons (see below) [DIRECT ACCESS] button (page 22) [1 ▲▼] – [8 ▲▼] buttons (page 20) [EXIT] button (page 22) [DATA ENTRY] dial and [ENTER] button (page 21) [A] – [J] buttons The [A] – [J] buttons are used to select the corresponding menu.
TAB [E][F] buttons These buttons are used mainly to change the Pages of displays that have “tabs” at the top. Starting Up [1 ▲▼] – [8 ▲▼] buttons The [1 ▲▼] – [8 ▲▼] buttons are used to make selections or adjust settings (up or down correspondingly) for functions shown directly above them. If a menu appears in this section of the display, use the [1 ▲] – [8 ▲] buttons. If a menu appears in this section of the display, use the [1 ▼] – [8 ▼] buttons.
[DATA ENTRY] dial and [ENTER] button Depending on the selected LCD display, the [DATA ENTRY] dial can be used in the following two ways. Starting Up • Selecting files (Voice, Style, Song, and so on) When one of the File Selection displays (page 25) is shown, you can use the [DATA ENTRY] dial and the [ENTER] button to select a file (Voice, Style, Song, and so on). Rotate the [DATA ENTRY] dial to move the cursor. Press the [ENTER] button to actually select the highlighted file.
[EXIT] button Pressing the [EXIT] button returns you to the previously indicated display. Pressing the [EXIT] button several times returns to the default Main display (page 23). Starting Up The Messages Shown in the Display A message (information or confirmation dialog) sometimes appears on the screen to facilitate operation. When the message appears, simply press the appropriate button.
Main Display Configuration The display that appears when the power is turned on is the Main display. The Main display shows the current basic settings such as the currently selected Voice and Style, allowing you to see them at a single glance. The Main display is the one you’ll usually see when you play the keyboard. @ # 1 2 4 $ 8 3 5 6 9 7 ) ! 1 Song name and related information Displays the currently selected Song name, time signature and tempo.
8 Voice name Displays the Voice names currently selected for RIGHT 1, RIGHT 2 and LEFT parts (page 37). Pressing one of the [F] – [H] buttons calls up the Voice Selection display for each part. 9 Multi Pad Bank name Displays the names of the selected Multi Pad Bank. Pressing the [I] button calls up the Multi Pad Bank Selection display (page 68). ) Registration Memory Bank name Starting Up Displays the currently selected Registration Memory Bank name and Registration Memory number.
File Selection Display Configuration The File Selection display is for selecting Voice, Styles, and other data. The File Selection display appears when you press one of the VOICE or STYLE category selection buttons, SONG [SELECT] button, etc.
Closing the current folder and calling up the next highest level folder In the PRESET Page, several data (files) are contained together in a folder. You can also organize your original data in the USER/USB Page by creating several new folders (page 27). To close the current folder and call up the next highest level folder, press the [8 ▲] (UP) button. Example of the PRESET Voice Selection display The PRESET Voice files are categorized and contained in appropriate folders.
File Management If you’ve saved a lot of files to a USB flash memory or USER drive, it may be difficult to find the desired file quickly. To make it easier to find the files you want, you can organize your files in folders, rename the files, delete unnecessary files, etc. These operations are done in the File Selection display. Creating a New Folder This operation lets you create new folders. Folders can be created, named and organized as desired, making it easier to find and select your original data.
Renaming Files/Folders This operation lets you rename files/folders. 1 Call up the display containing the file/folder you want to rename. 2 Press the [1 ▼] (NAME) button. The pop-up window for the Rename operation appears at the bottom of the display. NOTICE Name the folder to something other than “Expansion.” All data contained in the “Expansion” folder will be lost when an Expansion Pack is installed. NOTE Files in the PRESET tab or in the Expansion folder in the USER tab cannot be renamed.
4 Press the [7 ▼] (OK) button to confirm the file/folder selection. Select the destination tab (USER or USB) to paste the file/folder, by using the TAB [E][F] buttons. If necessary, select the destination folder by using the [A] – [J] buttons. 6 Press the [4 ▼] (PASTE) button to paste the file/folder selected in step 3. The pasted file/folder appears on the display at the appropriate position among the files in alphabetical order.
Entering Characters The instructions that follow show you how to enter characters for naming your files/ folders, inputting keywords, etc. Entering characters should be done in the display shown below. 2 1 4 3 Starting Up NOTE 1 Change the type of character by pressing the [1 ▲] button. • CASE capital letters, numbers, marks • case lowercase letters, numbers, marks 2 Use the [DATA ENTRY] dial to move the cursor to the desired position.
Other character-entry operations • Deleting characters Move the cursor to the character you wish to delete by using the [DATA ENTRY] dial, and press the [7 ▼] (DELETE) button. To delete all characters on the line at once, press and hold the [7 ▼] (DELETE) button. • Selecting custom icons for files (shown at left of file name) 1. Press the [1 ▼] (ICON) button to call up the ICON SELECT display. 2. Select the icon by using the [A] – [J] buttons, [3 ▲▼] – [5 ▲▼] buttons or [DATA ENTRY] dial.
Data Backup This procedure backs up all data stored in USER drive (except Expansion Voices/ Styles and Protected Songs) and all instrument settings. For maximum data security Yamaha recommends that you copy or save your important data to a USB storage device. This provides a convenient backup if the internal memory is damaged. Starting Up 1 Connect the backup USB storage device (destination). 2 Call up the operation display.
Basic Operations 1 2 Styles 3 Songs 4 Multi Pads 5 Music Finder 6 Registration Memory 7 USB Audio 8 Mixing Console 9 Oriental Scales Connections 10 Utility 11 Voices PSR-A2000 Owner’s Manual 33
Voices – Playing the keyboard – The instrument features a wide variety of exceptionally realistic instrumental Voices, including piano, guitar, strings, brass, wind instruments and more. 1 Voices – Playing the keyboard – Playing Preset Voices Selecting a Voice (RIGHT 1) and playing the keyboard 1 2 Press the PART SELECT [RIGHT 1] button. Make sure that the PART ON/OFF [RIGHT1] button is also turned on. If it is turned off, the right-hand part will not sound. For the Voice part, see page 37.
3 NOTE Press one of the [A] – [J] buttons to select the desired Voice. To call up the other display pages, press one of the [1 ▲] – [5 ▲] buttons or press the same VOICE category button again. The Voice type and its defining characteristics are indicated above the Preset Voice name. For details on the characteristics, see page 38 and the Advanced Features section (page 100).
3 Press one of the VOICE category selection buttons to call up the Voice Selection display for the Right 2 part. 4 Press one of the [A] – [J] buttons to select the desired Voice. 5 Play the keyboard. The Voice selected for RIGHT 1 (page 34) and the Voice selected here are sounded simultaneously in a layer. NOTE You can save the settings to Registration Memory. See page 75.
Keyboard Parts Voices can be assigned independently to each of the three keyboard parts: Right 1, Right 2 and Left. You can combine these parts by using the PART ON/OFF buttons to create a rich, ensemble sound. Upper section of the keyboard 1 Voices – Playing the keyboard – Lower section of the keyboard NOTE To change the Split Point, press: [FUNCTION] → [C] STYLE SETTING/ SPLIT POINT/CHORD FINGERING → TAB [E][F] SPLIT POINT. For more information, refer to the Advanced Features section (page 117).
Voice Types Percussion/Drum Voices When one of the Voices is selected from this button, you can play various drums and percussion instruments or SFX (sound effects) sounds on the keyboard. Details are given in the Drum List provided in the Data List on the website. Preset Voices Organ Flutes Voices (page 45) 1 Expansion/User Voices This is used for calling up Custom Voices (your original Voices created with the Voice Set function), or Expansion Voices (additionally installed Voices).
Expanding Voices Installing an Expansion Pack lets you add a variety of optional Voices and Styles to each Expansion category. The installed Voices and Styles can be selected like Preset Voices and Styles, allowing you to expand your music performance and creation possibilities. For information on obtaining Expansion Packs, refer to the PSR-A2000 page at the Yamaha website (http://www.yamaha.com/).
Song, Style or Registration Memory containing Expansion Voices or Styles Song, Style or Registration Memory containing any Expansion Voices or Styles will not sound properly or cannot be called up, if the Expansion Pack data does not exist in the instrument. We recommend that you record the name of the Expansion Pack when you create the data (Song, Style or Registration Memory) using Expansion Voices or Styles, so that you can easily find and install the Expansion Pack when necessary.
Transposing the Pitch of the Keyboard The TRANSPOSE [-]/[+] buttons transpose the overall pitch of the instrument (the keyboard sound, Style playback, Song playback, and so on) in semitone steps. Press the [+] and [-] buttons simultaneously to instantly reset the transpose value to 0. NOTE The Transpose functions do not affect the Drum Kit or SFX Kit Voices. NOTE You can also change the transpose settings in the MIXING CONSOLE display: [MIXING CONSOLE]→ TAB [E][F] TUNE → [1 ▲▼] – [3 ▲▼] TRANSPOSE.
Using the Joystick The joystick lets you control the pitch or the modulation effect conveniently by moving it in a horizontal (X) or vertical (Y) direction. Pitch Bend Moving the joystick along the X axis bends notes up (moving right) or down (moving left) while playing the keyboard. Pitch Bend is applied to all the keyboard parts (RIGHT 1, 2 and LEFT). 1 -X NOTE The Pitch Bend effect may not be applied to the LEFT part depending on the Style setting when the [ACMP] button is turned on.
Applying Voice Effects The PSR-A2000 features a sophisticated multi-processor effect system which can add extraordinary depth and expression to your sound. This effect system can be turned on or off by using the following buttons. These three effect systems are applied to the currently selected keyboard part (RIGHT 1, 2, or LEFT) • TOUCH This button turns the touch response of the keyboard on or off. When OFF, the same volume is produced no matter how strongly or softly you play the keyboard.
Applying Harmony to Your Right-hand Melody (HARMONY/ECHO) Among the Voice Effects, Harmony is one of the most impressive. It automatically adds harmony parts to the notes you play with your right hand—immediately giving you a more full and professional sound. 1 1 Turn the [HARMONY/ECHO] button on. 2 Turn on both the [ACMP] button and [SYNC START] button (page 47) and make sure that the RIGHT 1 part is on (page 34).
Creating Your Original Organ Flutes Voices The PSR-A2000 uses advanced digital technology to recreate the legendary sound of vintage organs. Just as on a traditional organ, you can create your own sound by increasing and decreasing the levels of the flute footages. 1 Press the [ORGAN FLUTES] button. The FOOTAGE Page of the Organ Flutes Voice is called up. 2 Use the [1 ▲▼] – [8 ▲▼] buttons to adjust the footage settings. The footage settings determine the basic sound of the organ flutes.
3 Press the [I] (PRESETS) button to call up the Organ Flutes Voice Selection display. 4 Use the TAB [E][F] buttons to select the location to which your Organ Flutes Voice will be saved. 5 Press the [6 ▼] (SAVE) button to call up the Save display. 6 Save your Organ Flutes Voice by following the procedure on page 66. 1 Voices – Playing the keyboard – Advanced Features Refer to the Advanced Features section in this manual, Chapter 1.
Styles – Playing Rhythm and Accompaniment – The instrument features a variety of accompaniment and rhythmic backing patterns (called “Styles”) in a variety of different musical genres including pop, jazz, and many others. The Style features Auto Accompaniment, letting you produce automatic accompaniment playback simply by playing “chords” with your left hand. This lets you automatically recreate the sound of a full band or orchestra—even if you’re playing by yourself.
5 As soon as you play a chord with your left hand, the selected Style starts. Try playing chords with your left hand and play melody with your right hand. NOTE For information on chords, see page 49. NOTE You can transpose the Style (accompaniment). See page 41. 6 2 Press the [START/STOP] button to stop Style playback. Styles – Playing Rhythm and Accompaniment – Style Characteristics The Style type and its defining characteristics are indicated on the Preset Style icon.
Chords For users who are unfamiliar with chords, this handy chart features common chords for your quick reference. Since there are many useful chords and many different ways to use them musically, refer to commercially available chord books for further details. ★ Indicates the root note.
Operating Style Playback To Start/Stop Playing • [START/STOP] button Style starts playing back as soon as the [START/STOP] button is pressed. To stop playback, press the button again. • [SYNC START] button This puts the Style playback in “standby.” The Style starts playing back when you press any note on the keyboard (when [ACMP] is off) or you play a chord with your left hand (when [ACMP] is on). During the Style playback, pressing this button stops playing and puts the playback in “standby.
Changing Pattern Variation (Sections) During Style playback Each Style features four different Main sections, four Fill-in sections and a Break section. By using these sections effectively, you can easily make your performance sound more dynamic and professional. The section can be freely changed while the Style is playing back. • MAIN VARIATION [A] – [D] buttons Press one of the MAIN VARIATION [A] – [D] buttons to select the desired Main section (the button lights in red).
Fading In/Out • [FADE IN/OUT] button NOTE This produces smooth fade-ins and fade-outs when starting/ stopping playback. Press the [FADE IN/OUT] button when playback is stopped and press the [START/STOP] button to start playback with a fade in. To stop the playback with a fade out, press the [FADE IN/OUT] button during playback. This operation is common for Song playback (page 57).
Appropriate Panel Settings for the Selected Style (One Touch Setting) One Touch Setting is a powerful and convenient feature that automatically calls up the most appropriate panel settings (Voices or effects, etc.) for the currently selected Style, with the touch of a single button. If you’ve already decided which Style you wish to use, you can have One Touch Setting automatically select the appropriate Voice for you. Select a Style (steps 1 – 2 on page 47).
Confirming the One Touch Setting contents You can check the information of the One Touch Setting [1] – [4] assigned to currently selected Style. 1 In the Style Selection display, press the [7 ▲] (OTS INFO.) button to call up the Information display. 2 2 1 Styles – Playing Rhythm and Accompaniment – 2 54 Press the [F] (CLOSE) button to close the Information display.
Turning Style Parts On/Off and Changing Voices A Style contains eight channels: RHY1 (Rhythm 1) – PHR2 (Phrase 2) below. You can add variations and change the feeling of a Style by selectively turning channels on/off as the Style plays. Style channels • RHY1/2 (Rhythm 1/2): These are the basic parts of the Style, containing the drum and percussion rhythm patterns. • BASS: The bass part uses various appropriate instrument sounds to match the Style.
Adjusting the Volume Balance Between the Style and Keyboard You can adjust the volume balance between Style playback and the sound you play on the keyboard. 1 Press the [BALANCE] button to call up the BALANCE display. 2 2 Styles – Playing Rhythm and Accompaniment – 2 Adjust the Style volume by using the [2 ▲▼] buttons. Using the [1 ▲▼] – [7 ▲▼] buttons, you can adjust the volume of Song, Style, Multi Pad and keyboard parts. 3 Press the [EXIT] button to close the BALANCE display.
Songs – Playing, Practice and Recording Songs – For the PSR-A2000, “Song” refers to the MIDI songs which include preset songs, commercially available MIDI format files, etc. Not only can you play back a Song and listen to it, but you can also play the keyboard along with Song playback and record your own performance as a Song. Playback of Songs 1 NOTE For information on compatible data formats, refer to page 9. Press the SONG [SELECT] button to call up the Song Selection display.
4 Press the SONG [F/ II] (PLAY/PAUSE) button to start playback. Queuing the next Song for playback While a Song is playing back, you can queue up the next Song for playback. This is convenient for chaining it to the next Song smoothly during stage performance. Select the Song you want play next in the Song Selection display, while a Song is playing back. The “NEXT” indication appears at the upper right of the corresponding Song name. To cancel this setting, press the [8▼] (NEXT CANCEL) button.
• Rewind/Fast Forward Press the [G] (REW) or [H] (FF) button once to move back/forward one measure. Hold the [G] (REW) or [H] (FF) button to scroll backward/ forward continuously. Pressing the [G] (REW) or [H] (FF) button calls up a pop-up window showing the current measure number (or Phrase Mark number) in the display. While the Song Position pop-up is shown on the display, you can also use the [DATA ENTRY] dial to adjust the value.
Restrictions for protected Songs Commercially available Song data may be copy protected to prevent illegal copying or accidental erasure. They are marked by the indications at the upper left side of the file names. The indications and relevant restrictions are detailed below. • Prot. 1: Indicates Preset Songs saved to the USER drive. These cannot be copied/moved/saved to external devices. • Prot. 2 Orig: Indicates Yamaha-protection-formatted Songs. These cannot be copied.
Displaying Lyrics (Text) When the selected Song contains lyric data, you can view it on the instrument’s display during playback. 1 Select a Song (steps 1 – 3 on page 57). 2 Press the [LYRICS/ TEXT] button to call up the Lyrics display. When the Song data contains lyrics data, the lyrics are shown on the display. You can look through the entire lyrics by using the TAB [E][F] buttons when the Song playback is stopped.
Turning Song Channels On/Off A Song consists of 16 separate channels. You can independently turn each channel of the selected Song playback on or off. 1 Press the [CHANNEL ON/OFF] button once or twice to call up the CHANNEL ON/OFF (SONG) display. 2 2 3 Songs – Playing, Practice and Recording Songs – Use the [1 ▲▼] – [8 ▲▼] button to turn each channel on or off.
4 Press the SONG [F/ II] (PLAY/PAUSE) button to start playback. Practice the muted part viewing the Score display. After your practice, turn the [GUIDE] button off. Other guide functions There are additional functions in the Guide features, for practicing the timing of playing the keys (Any Key mode) or for Karaoke. [FUNCTION] → [B] SONG SETTING → [A]/[B] GUIDE MODE For more information, refer to the Advanced Features section (page 137).
4 To stop playback, press the SONG [■] (STOP) button. The Song position will return to Point A. 5 Press the [REPEAT] button to turn off Repeat playback. Specifying the repeat range while Songs are stopped 1. Press the [H] (FF) button to advance to the Point A location. 2. Press the [REPEAT] button to specify Point A. 3. Press the [H] (FF) button to advance to the Point B location. 4. Press the [REPEAT] button again to specify Point B.
4 Press the SONG [■] (STOP) button to stop recording. A message prompting you to save the recorded performance appears. To close the message, press the [EXIT] button. Press the SONG [F/ II] (PLAY/PAUSE) button to play back the recorded performance. 6 Save the recorded performance as a Song. Press the SONG [SELECT] button to call up the Song Selection display. The recorded Song can be saved in the Song Selection display. Refer to “Saving Files” on page 66 for instructions.
Saving Files This operation lets you save your original data (such as Songs you’ve recorded and Voices you’ve edited) to a file. The explanations here apply when you save your recorded performance as a Song file. 1 In the Song selection display, select the appropriate tab (USER or USB) to which you want to save the data by using the TAB [E][F] buttons. 1 3 2 Songs – Playing, Practice and Recording Songs – 66 2 Press the [6 ▼] (SAVE) button to call up the file naming display.
Advanced Features Refer to the Advanced Features section in this manual, Chapter 3.
Multi Pads – Adding Musical Phrases to Your Performance – The Multi Pads can be used to play a number of short prerecorded rhythmic and melodic sequences that can be used to add impact and variety to your keyboard performances. Multi Pads are grouped in Banks or four each. The PSR-A2000 features a variety of Multi Pad Banks in a variety of different musical genres.
Using the Multi Pad Synchro Start Function While holding the MULTI PAD CONTROL [SELECT] button, press one of the MULTI PAD CONTROL [1] – [4] buttons to put the Multi Pad playback in standby. The corresponding button will flash in red. You can even play two, three, or four Multi Pads at the same time. The Multi Pad currently set to standby will start playing when you play back a Style, press any note on the keyboard (when [ACMP] is off), or play a chord with your left hand (when [ACMP] is on).
Music Finder – Calling Up Ideal Setups (Voice, Style, etc.) for Each Song – If you want to play in a certain genre of music but don’t know which Style and Voice settings would be appropriate, the convenient Music Finder function can help you out. Simply select the desired music genre (or song title) from among the Music Finder panel settings, and the instrument automatically makes all appropriate panel settings to let you play in that music style.
Selecting the Desired Song from among the Panel Settings 1 Press the [MUSIC FINDER] button to call up the MUSIC FINDER display. In the ALL display, all the records are shown. NOTE Refer to page 74 for information on selecting SONG and AUDIO records. Shows the song title and information of the Style assigned to the panel settings. Use the [2 ▲▼]/[3 ▲▼] buttons to select the desired Panel Settings. You can also use the [DATA ENTRY] dial and the [ENTER] button.
2 Enter the search criteria. [A] MUSIC Searches by song name. Pressing the [A] button calls up the pop-up window to enter the song name. To clear the entered Music, press the [F] (CLEAR) button. [B] KEYWORD Searches by keyword. Pressing the [B] button calls up the pop-up window to enter the keyword. To clear the entered Keyword, press the [G] (CLEAR) button. [C] 5 STYLE Searches by Style. Pressing the [C] button calls up the Style Selection display.
Song data (AUDIO) in the USB Audio Selection display 1-1 Press the [USB] button to call up the Playback display (AUDIO PLAYER display). 1-2 Press the [8 ▲▼] (FILE SELECT) button to display the song data (Audio file) in the connected USB storage device. 2 Press the [A] – [J] buttons corresponding to the desired file. 3 3 Press the [6 ▲] (ADD TO MF) button to register the selected data to Music Finder. The display automatically changes to the Music Finder Record Edit display.
Recalling the registered song data from Music Finder You can recall the registered song data in the same way as done in the “Selecting the Desired Song from among the Panel Settings” and “Searching the Panel Settings” (page 71). • To play back the recalled Song data, press the SONG [F/ II] button after selecting the SONG record. • To play back the recalled audio data, press the [USB] button, then press the [2 ▲▼] (F/ II) button after selecting the AUDIO record.
Registration Memory – Saving and Recalling Custom Panel Setups – The Registration Memory function allows you to save (or “register”) virtually all panel settings to a Registration Memory button, and then instantly recall your custom panel settings by simply pressing a single button. The registered settings for eight Registration Memory buttons should be saved as a single Bank (file). Registering Your Panel Setups 1 Set up the panel controls (such as Voice, Style, effects, and so on) as desired.
4 Press one of the REGISTRATION MEMORY [1] – [8] buttons to which you wish to memorize the panel setup. NOTICE If you select the button whose lamp is lit in red or green here, the panel setup previously memorized to the button will be erased and replaced by the new settings. The memorized button becomes red, which indicates the number button contains data and its number is selected.
Recalling a Registered Panel Setup The saved Registration Memory Bank files can be recalled by using the REGIST BANK [-]/[+] buttons or the following procedure. 1 Press the REGIST BANK [+] and [-] buttons simultaneously to call up the REGISTRATION BANK Selection Display. 2 2 2 Press one of the [A] – [J] buttons to select a Bank. You can also use the [DATA ENTRY] dial and the [ENTER] button to select a Bank. 3 Press one of the green-lit numbered buttons ([1] – [8]) in the Registration Memory section.
Confirming the Registration Memory Information You can call up the information display to take a look which Voices and Style are memorized to the [1] – [8] buttons of a Registration Memory Bank. 1 2 Simultaneously press the REGIST BANK [+] and [-] buttons to call up the Registration Bank Selection display, then use the [A] – [J] buttons to select the desired Bank.
USB Audio – Playback and Recording Audio Files – The convenient USB Audio function allows you to play back audio files (WAV) stored to a USB flash memory device— directly from the instrument. Moreover, since you can record your performances and recordings as audio data (.WAV) to a USB flash memory device, it is possible to play back the files on computer, share them with your friends, and record your own CDs to enjoy as well.
5 Press the [2 ▲▼] (F/ II) button to play back. NOTICE Never attempt to disconnect the USB flash memory or turn the power off during playback. Doing so may corrupt the USB flash memory data. Playback-related Operations You can stop, pause, select, rewind, and forward by using the [1 ▲▼] – [6 ▲▼] buttons. Moreover, you can set the REPEAT mode by pressing the [7 ▲] button and adjust the volume by pressing the [7 ▼] button.
• Adjusting volume for audio playback Press the [7 ▼] (VOL.) button then adjust the volume for audio files by using the [7 ▲▼] buttons. To close the setting display, press the [8 ▲▼] (CLOSE) button. Recording Your Performance as Audio Try recording your performance as audio data (WAV file) to a USB flash memory. The maximum amount of recording time is 80 minutes per recording, though this may differ depending on the capacity of the particular USB flash memory.
Check the information of the USB flash memory as a recording destination On the display of step 4, press the [E] (PROPERTY) button to check the number of the USB flash memory device, memory size of the device, available recording space on the device, and available time for recording. Press the [F] (OK)/[EXIT] button to close the PROPERTY display. 5 6 7 Start recording by pressing the [J] (REC) button, then start your performance.
Mixing Console – Editing the Volume and Tonal Balance – Mixing Console – Editing the Volume and Tonal Balance – The Mixing Console gives you intuitive control over aspects of the keyboard parts and Song/Style channels, including volume balance and the timbre of the sounds. It lets you adjust the levels and stereo position (pan) of each Voice to set the optimum balance and stereo image, and lets you set how the effects are applied.
3 Press the [MIXING CONSOLE] button repeatedly to call up the MIXING CONSOLE display for the relevant parts. The part name is indicated at the top of the display. NOTE The Style/Song part components are the same as those that appear in the display when you press the panel [CHANNEL ON/OFF] button once or twice.
Changing Voices and Adjusting Panning/Volume for Each Part You can change the Voice and adjust panning and volume for each keyboard part, Style channel or Song channel. 1 Same operation as in the “Basic Procedure” on page 83. In step 2, select VOL/VOICE tab. 2 Press the [C] (or [H]) button to select the VOICE parameter. 2 2 3 3 Press one of the [1 ▲▼] – [8 ▲▼] buttons to select the desired part. The Voice Selection display appears. 4 Select a Voice.
Adjusting Panning/Volume for each part 1 Same operation as in the “Basic Procedure” on page 83. In step 2, select VOL/VOICE tab. 2 Press the [D] (or [I]) button to select the PANPOT parameter or press the [E] (or [J]) button to select the VOLUME parameter. 2 PANPOT Mixing Console – Editing the Volume and Tonal Balance – VOLUME 3 3 Use the [1 ▲▼] – [8 ▲▼] buttons to adjust panning/volume for the desired part. 4 Save your settings (step 5 on page 84).
1 Same operation as in the “Basic Procedure” on page 83. In step 2, select EFFECT tab. 2 Use the [C]/[D]/[E] buttons to select the desired effect. • REVERB: Reproduce the warm ambience of playing in a concert hall or jazz club. NOTE • CHORUS: Produces a rich “fat” sound as if several parts are being played simultaneously. You can change the effect type by pressing the [F] (TYPE) button. Refer to the Advanced Features section (page 170).
Oriental Scales – Setting Original Scales – The Oriental Scales feature lets you simply and easily change the pitches of specific notes and create your own scales. You can call up the scale settings at any time—even when you are playing. Setting Oriental Scales Setting a Scale Oriental Scales – Setting Original Scales – The SCALE SETTING buttons lets you easily lower the pitches of specific notes by 50 cents to create your own oriental scales. These buttons simulate a one-octave keyboard (C through B).
2 While holding the SCALE MEMORY [MEMORY] button, press one of the SCALE MEMORY [1]–[5] buttons (the desired one for memorizing the scale settings). The corresponding SCALE MEMORY button will light. Any data that was previously in the selected location is erased and replaced by the new settings. NOTE About the lamp status of the [1]–[5] buttons • On: Data registered and currently selected The [RESET] button lights up when all notes are of normal pitch.
2 Press the [E] button to call up the Scale Tune Bank Selection Display. 3 Press the [6 ▼] (SAVE) button to save the Bank file. For instructions on saving, refer to page 66. The SCALE TUNE EDIT display appears. See below. 3 Oriental Scales – Setting Original Scales – SCALE TUNE EDIT display The contents of the current Scale Tune Bank are listed in the SCALE TUNE EDIT display. The names of the Scale Settings memorized to the SCALE MEMORY [1]–[5] buttons are shown in the display.
Connections – Using Your Instrument with Other Devices – CAUTION Before connecting the instrument to other electronic components, turn off the power of all the components. Also, before turning any components on or off, make sure to set all volume levels to minimum (0). Otherwise, electrical shock or damage to the components may occur. NOTE Connecting Audio Devices Use audio cables and adaptor plugs having no (zero) resistance.
Connecting a Footswitch/Foot Controller Optional footswitches (Yamaha FC4 or FC5) and an optional Foot controller (Yamaha FC7) can be connected to one of the FOOT PEDAL jacks. A footswitch can be used for switching functions on and off, while a foot controller controls continuous parameter such as volume. Default functions FOOT PEDAL 1 Switches sustain on or off. Use the FC4 or FC5 footswitch. FOOT PEDAL 2 Controls the volume (expression function). Use the FC7 foot controller.
Connecting a USB Storage Device By connecting a USB storage device to the instrument’s [USB TO DEVICE] terminal, you can save data you’ve created to the device. Precautions when using the [USB TO DEVICE] terminal When connecting a USB device to the terminal, be sure to handle the USB device with care. Follow the important precautions below. NOTE For more information about the handling of USB devices, refer to the owner’s manual of the USB device.
Formatting a USB Storage Device When a USB storage device is connected or media is inserted, a message may appear prompting you to format the device/media. If so, execute the format operation. 1 Insert a USB storage device for formatting into the [USB TO DEVICE]. 2 Call up the operation display. [FUNCTION] → [I] UTILITY → TAB [E][F] MEDIA 2 3 4 Connections – Using Your Instrument with Other Devices – 3 Press the [A]/[B] buttons to select the USB device to be formatted from the device list.
Connecting to a Computer 1 Before connection, turn off the power of this instrument. 2 Start the computer. Do not start any applications on the computer. 3 Connect the instrument and computer via a USB cable. Make the connection directly without passing through a USB hub. 4 Turn on the power of this instrument. The USB-MIDI driver will be installed to the computer automatically. NOTE You can also use the MIDI IN/OUT terminals to connect to a computer.
Precautions when using the [USB TO HOST] terminal When connecting the computer to the [USB TO HOST] terminal, make sure to observe the following points. Failing to do so risks freezing the computer and corrupting or losing the data. If the computer or the instrument freezes, restart the application software or the computer OS, or turn the power to the instrument off then on again. NOTICE • Use an AB type USB cable of less than 3 meters. USB 3.0 cables cannot be used.
Connecting External MIDI Devices Use the [MIDI] terminals and standard MIDI cables to connect external MIDI devices (keyboard, sequencer, etc.). • MIDI IN Receives MIDI messages from another MIDI device. MIDI IN MIDI OUT MIDI device MIDI transmit MIDI IN MIDI OUT MIDI receive (playback) For detailed information about the instrument’s MIDI settings, refer to the Advanced Features section (pages 179–184).
Utility – Making Global Settings – The Utility section in the Function menu provides a variety of convenient tools and settings for the instrument. These include general settings that affect the entire instrument, as well as detailed settings for specific functions. Also included are data reset functions and storage media control, such as media formatting. Basic Procedure 1 Call up the operation display. [FUNCTION] → [I] UTILITY 2 2 Use the TAB [E][F] buttons to call up desired page.
Advanced Features 1 2 Styles 3 Songs 4 Multi Pads 5 Music Finder 6 Registration Memory 7 USB Audio 8 Mixing Console 9 Oriental Scales Connections 10 Utility 11 Voices PSR-A2000 Owner’s Manual 99
Voices – Playing the Keyboard – Voice Characteristics The Voice type and its defining characteristics are indicated above the Voice name in the Voice Selection display. 1 Voices – Playing the Keyboard – 100 Live! These acoustic instrument sounds were sampled in stereo, to produce a truly authentic, rich sound—full of atmosphere and ambience.
Selecting GM/XG or Other Voices from the Panel The GM/XG Voices cannot be directly called up from the VOICE category selection buttons. However, they can be called up via panel operation by following the procedure below. 1 Press one of the PART SELECT button to which you want to call up the desired Voice. 2 Press one of the VOICE category selection buttons to call up the Voice Selection display. 3 Press the [8 ▲] (UP) button to call up the Voice categories.
Effect-Related Settings Setting the Touch Sensitivity of the Keyboard You can adjust the touch response of the instrument (how the sound responds to the way you play the keys). The touch sensitivity type becomes the common setting for all Voices. NOTE Some Voices are purposely designed without touch sensitivity, in order to emulate the true characteristics of the actual instrument (for example, conventional organs, which have no touch response). 1 1 Call up the operation display.
Selecting the Harmony/Echo type You can select the desired Harmony/Echo effect from a variety of types. NOTE When the [MONO] button is turned to on or you use the Super Articulation Voices, the Harmony/Echo effect may not work properly. 1 2 Turn the [HARMONY/ECHO] button on. 3 Use the [1 ▲▼]–[3 ▲▼] buttons to select the Harmony/Echo type. The Harmony/Echo types are divided into the following groups, depending on the particular effect applied. Call up the operation display.
■ Echo Types When one of the Echo Types is selected, the corresponding effect (echo, tremolo, trill) is applied to the note played in the right-hand section of the keyboard in time with the currently set tempo, regardless of the [ACMP] and the LEFT part on/off status. Keep in mind that Trill works when you hold down two notes on the keyboard simultaneously (last two notes if more than two notes are held), and it plays those notes alternately.
Pitch-Related Settings Fine-tuning the Pitch of the Entire Instrument You can fine-tune the pitch of the entire instrument—useful when you play the PSR-A2000 along with other instruments or CD music. Please note that the Tune function does not affect the Drum Kit or SFX Kit Voices and audio files. Call up the operation display. [FUNCTION] → [A] MASTER TUNE/SCALE TUNE → TAB [E][F] MASTER TUNE 2 Use the [4 ▲▼]/[5 ▲▼] buttons to set the tuning in 0.2 Hz steps, from 414.8–466.8 Hz.
3 Change the following settings as necessary. [2 ▲▼] 1 BASE NOTE Determines the base note for each scale. When the base note is changed, the pitch of the keyboard is transposed, yet maintains the original pitch relationship between the notes. Voices – Playing the Keyboard – NOTE Make sure to set this parameter before setting the TUNE parameter, since the base note is used as the root of the scale.
Editing Voices (Voice Set) The instrument has a Voice Set feature that allows you to create your own Voices by editing some parameters of the existing Voices. Once you’ve created a Voice, you can save it as a User Voice to the USER drive or external devices for future recall. Select the desired Voice (other than an Organ Flutes Voice). The editing method is different for the ORGAN FLUTES Voices compared to other Voices. For instructions on editing the ORGAN FLUTES Voices, see page 112.
Editable Parameters in the VOICE SET Displays The Voice Set parameters are organized into five different displays. The parameters in each display are described separately, below. NOTE The available parameters differ depending on the Voice. ■ COMMON Page 1 [1 ▲▼] VOLUME Adjusts the volume of the current edited Voice. [2 ▲▼]/ [3 ▲▼] TOUCH SENSE Adjusts the touch sensitivity (velocity sensitivity), or how greatly the volume responds to your playing strength.
■ CONTROLLER Page 1 JOYSTICK +Y, 2 JOYSTICK -Y The joystick can be used to modulate the parameters below by moving it up or down (away from you or towards you). Here, you can set the degree to which the joystick modulates each of the following parameters. The degree to which the up and down movements affect the parameter can also be set independently. FILTER Determines the degree to which the joystick modulates the Filter Cutoff Frequency. For details about the filter, see below.
EG The EG (Envelope Generator) settings determine how the level of the sound changes in time. This lets you reproduce many sound characteristics of natural acoustic instruments—such as the quick attack and decay of percussion sounds, or the long release of a sustained piano tone. Level Sustain Level ATTACK Key on 1 DECAY RELEASE Time Key off Voices – Playing the Keyboard – [3 ▲▼] ATTACK Determines how quickly the sound reaches its maximum level after the key is played.
2 DSP DSP TYPE Selects the DSP effect category and type. Select a type after selecting a category. [5 ▲▼]– [8 ▲▼] VARIATION Two variations are provided for each DSP type. Here, you can edit the VARIATION on/off status and variation’s parameter value setting. ON/OFF Turns the DSP Variation on or off for the selected Voice. This setting can also be made from the VOICE CONTROL [DSP VARI.] button on the panel. (This button is effective only when the [DSP] button is on.
Editing Organ Flutes Parameters The Organ Flute Voices selected from the [ORGAN FLUTES] button can be edited by adjusting the footage levers, adding the attack sound, applying effect and equalizer, etc. NOTICE After editing, go to the Voice Selection display by pressing the [I] (PRESETS) button and save the setting. The settings will be lost if you select another Voice or turn the power to the instrument off without executing the Save operation.
Styles – Playing Rhythm and Accompaniment – Selecting the Chord Fingering Type Style playback can be controlled by the chords you play in the chord section of the keyboard. There are seven types of fingering. 2 Call up the operation display. [FUNCTION] → [C] STYLE SETTING/SPLIT POINT/CHORD FINGERING → TAB [E][F] CHORD FINGERING 2 Press the [1 ▲▼]–[3 ▲▼] buttons to select a fingering. For information on each fingering type, see page 114.
Chord Fingering Types SINGLE FINGER Makes it simple to produce orchestrated accompaniment using major, seventh, minor and minor-seventh chords by pressing a minimum number of keys on the Chord section of the keyboard. This type is available only for Style playback. The abbreviated chord fingerings described below are used: C C7 For a major chord, press the root key only. Cm 2 Cm 7 For a minor-seventh chord, simultaneously press the root key and both a white and black key to its left.
Style Playback Related Settings The instrument has a variety of Style playback functions which can be accessed in the display below. 1 Call up the operation display. [FUNCTION] → [C] STYLE SETTING/SPLIT POINT/CHORD FINGERING → TAB [E][F] STYLE SETTING 2 Use the [1 ▲▼]–[8 ▲▼] buttons for each setting.
[4 ▲▼] STYLE TOUCH Turns touch response for the Style playback on/off. When this is set to “ON,” the Style volume changes in response to your playing strength in the chord section of the keyboard. [5 ▲▼]/ [6 ▲▼] SECTION SET Determines the default section that is automatically called up when selecting different Styles (when Style playback is stopped). When set to “OFF” and Style playback is stopped, the active section is maintained even if the different Style is selected.
Split Point Settings These are the settings (there are two Split Points) that separate the different sections of the keyboard: the Chord section, the LEFT part section and the RIGHT 1 and 2 section. The two Split Point settings (below) are specified as note names. Split Point (S) Chord section 2 Voice RIGHT 1–2 Voice LEFT Call up the operation display. [FUNCTION] → [C] STYLE SETTING/SPLIT POINT/CHORD FINGERING → TAB [E][F] SPLIT POINT 2 Set the Split Point.
Memorizing the Original One Touch Setting You can create your own One Touch Setting setups. 1 Select the desired Style to memorize your One Touch Setting. 2 Set up the panel controls (such as Voice, effects, and so on) as desired. 3 Press the [MEMORY] button. 2 3 4 Styles – Playing Rhythm and Accompaniment – 4 Press one of the ONE TOUCH SETTING [1]–[4] buttons. A message appears in the display prompting you to save the panel settings.
Creating/Editing Styles (Style Creator) Sections Channels Styles are made up of fifteen different sections (Intro, Main, Ending, etc.) and each section has eight separate channels. With the Style Creator feature, you can create a Style by separately recording the channels, or by importing pattern data from other existing Styles. You can use one of the three different methods described below to create a Style. The created Style can also be edited.
Realtime Recording In the BASIC Page, you can create a single Style by recording the individual channels one-by-one, using realtime recording. Realtime Recording Characteristics—Loop Recording and Overdub Recording • Loop Recording Style playback repeats the rhythm patterns of several measures in a “loop,” and Style recording is also done using loops. For example, if you start recording with a two-measure MAIN section, the two measures are repeatedly recorded.
5 Use the [5 ▲▼]/[6 ▲▼] buttons to determine the length (number of measures) of the selected section, then press the [D] (EXECUTE) button to actually enter the specified length. 6 Specify the channel to be recorded by simultaneously holding down the [F] (REC CH) button and pressing the appropriate numbered button, [1 ▼]–[8 ▼]. To cancel the selection, press the corresponding [1 ▼]–[8 ▼] button again.
9 Start recording by pressing the STYLE CONTROL [START/STOP] button. Playback of the specified section starts. Since the accompaniment pattern plays back repeatedly in a loop, you can record individual sounds one by one, listening to the previous sounds as they play. For information on recording to channels other than the rhythm channels (RHY1, 2), refer to the section “Rules when recording non-rhythm channels” below.
Step Recording In the EDIT Page, you can record notes with absolutely precise timing. This Step Recording procedure is essentially the same as that for Song Recording (page 141) with the exception of the points listed below: • In the Song Creator, the End Mark position can be changed freely; in the Style Creator, it cannot be changed. This is because the length of the Style is automatically fixed, depending on the selected section.
4 Select the channel for which you wish to replace the pattern by using the [A]–[D] and [F]–[I] buttons. Call up the Style Selection display by pressing the same button again. Select the Style containing the pattern you want to replace in the Style Selection display. To return to the previous screen, press the [EXIT] button after selecting the Style.
Editing the Rhythmic Feel 1 3 2 1 In the GROOVE Page, use the [A]/[B] buttons to select the edit menu, then edit the data by using the [1 ▲▼]–[8 ▲▼] buttons. Styles – Playing Rhythm and Accompaniment – 1 2 1 GROOVE This lets you add swing to the music or change the “feel” of the beat by making subtle shifts in the timing (clock) of the Style. The Groove settings are applied to all channels of the selected Style.
2 DYNAMICS This changes the velocity/volume (or accent) of certain notes in the Style playback. The Dynamics settings are applied to each channel or all channels of the selected Style. 2 Styles – Playing Rhythm and Accompaniment – [1 ▲▼]/ [2 ▲▼] CHANNEL Selects the desired channel (part) to which Dynamics is to be applied. [3 ▲▼]/ [4 ▲▼] ACCENT TYPE Determines the type of accent applied—in other words, which notes in the part(s) are emphasized with the Dynamics settings.
Editing Data for Each Channel 1 5 4 2 2 In the CHANNEL Page, use the [A]/[B] buttons to select the edit menu. 1 QUANTIZE Same as in the Song Creator (page 151), with the exception of the two additional available parameters below. Styles – Playing Rhythm and Accompaniment – 1 3 Eighth notes with swing Sixteenth notes with swing 2 VELOCITY CHANGE Boosts or cuts the velocity of all notes in the specified channel, according to the percentage specified here.
Making Style File Format Settings The Style File Format (SFF) combines all of Yamaha’s auto accompaniment (Style playback) know-how into a single unified format. By using the Style Creator, you can take advantage of the power of the SFF format and freely create your own Styles. The chart shown below indicates the process by which the Style is played back. (This does not apply to the rhythm track.) These parameters can be set via the Style Creator feature, in the PARAMETER Page.
2 Use the [1 ▲▼]/[2 ▲▼] (CHANNEL) buttons to select the channel to be edited. The selected channel is shown at the upper left of the display. 3 Use the [3 ▲▼]–[8 ▲▼] buttons to edit the data. For details on editable parameters, see pages 129–132. 4 Press the [I] (SAVE) button to execute the Save operation. NOTICE The edited Style will be lost if you change to another Style or turn the power to the instrument off without executing the Save operation.
2 NTR/NTT [3 ▲▼]/ [4 ▲▼] NTR (Note Transposition Rule) Determines the relative position of the root note in the chord, when converted from the Source Pattern in response to chord changes. Refer to the list below. [5 ▲▼]– [7 ▲▼] NTT (Note Transposition Table) Sets the note transposition table for the source pattern. Refer to the list below. [8 ▲▼] NTT BASS ON/ OFF The channel for which this is set to ON will be played back by the bass root note, when the on-bass chord is recognized by the instrument.
In addition to the Harmonic Minor transposition above, augmented and diminished chords affect the 5th note of the Source pattern. NATURAL MINOR When the played chord changes from a major to a minor chord, this table lowers the third, sixth and seventh intervals in the scale by a semitone. When the chord changes from a minor to a major chord, the minor third, flatted sixth and flatted seventh intervals are raised by a semitone. Other notes are not changed.
4 RTR (Retrigger Rule) These settings determine whether notes stop sounding or not and how they change pitch in response to chord changes. 2 STOP The notes stop sounding. PITCH SHIFT The pitch of the note will bend without a new attack to match the type of the new chord. PITCH SHIFT TO ROOT The pitch of the note will bend without a new attack to match the root of the new chord. RETRIGGER The note is retriggered with a new attack at a new pitch corresponding to the next chord.
Songs – Recording Your Performances and Creating Songs – Editing Music Notation Settings To view the music notation of the selected Song, press the [SCORE] button. You can change the notation display as desired to suit your personal preferences. The settings here are maintained even when the power is turned off. NOTE You can save the setting here as a part of a Song by accessing [FUNCTION] → [F] DIGITAL REC MENU → [A] SONG CREATOR → TAB [E][F] CHANNEL → [A]/[B] SETUP. See page 153.
Pressing the [8 ▲▼] (SET UP) button calls up the detailed setting display. You can set the view type by using the [1 ▲▼]–[6 ▲▼] buttons, then press the [8 ▲] (OK) button. [1 ▲▼] LEFT CH [2 ▲▼] RIGHT CH Determines which MIDI channel in the Song data is used for the left-hand/righthand part. This setting returns to AUTO when a different Song is selected.
Editing Lyrics/Text Display Settings To view the lyrics of the selected Song, press the [LYRICS/TEXT] button. If the selected Song contains lyric data, you can have the lyrics shown in the display. Even if the Song does not contain lyrics data, you can input and show the lyrics, or you can show a text file (created on a computer, .txt file less than 60KB) in the display. NOTE When the lyrics are garbled or unreadable, you may need to change the Lyrics Language setting from the [FUNCTION] → [B] SONG SETTING.
Using the Auto Accompaniment Features with the Song Playback When playing back a Song and a Style at the same time, channels 9–16 in the Song data are replaced with style channels—allowing you to play the accompaniment parts of the Song yourself. Try playing chords along with the Song playback as shown in the instructions below. 3 Songs – Recording Your Performances and Creating Songs – 1 Select a Song. 2 Select a Style.
Song Playback Related Parameters (Repeat settings, Channel settings, Guide Function) The instrument has a variety of Song playback functions—repeat playback, various guide settings, etc.— which can be accessed in the display below. Call up the operation display. [FUNCTION] → [B] SONG SETTING [A]/[B] GUIDE MODE See page 138. [H] REPEAT MODE Determines the method of repeat playback. Songs – Recording Your Performances and Creating Songs – 3 OFF Plays through the selected Song, then stops.
[5 ▲▼]/ [6 ▲▼] LYRICS LANGUAGE Determines the language of the displayed lyrics. AUTO When the language is specified in the Song data, the lyrics are displayed accordingly. When the language is not specified in the Song data, the lyrics language is regarded as INTERNATIONAL below. INTERNATIONAL Handles the displayed lyrics as a western language. JAPANESE Handles the displayed lyrics as Japanese.
Guide menu for keyboard practice • Follow Lights When this is selected, Song playback pauses, waiting for you to play the notes correctly. When you play the correct notes, Song playback continues. Follow Lights was developed for the Yamaha Clavinova series. This function is used for practicing purposes, with built-in lamps on the keyboard indicating the notes to be played.
Playing Backing Parts with the Performance Assistant Technology This feature makes it exceptionally easy to play the backing parts along with Song playback. NOTE To use the performance assistant technology, the Song must contain chord data. If the Song contains this data, the current chord name will be displayed in the Main display during Song playback, letting you easily check whether the Song contains chord data or not. 1 Select a Song. 2 Call up the operation display.
Creating/Editing Songs (Song Creator) To create a Song, you can compose your performance by entering it one event at a time (called “Step Recording”), as well as recording your performance in real time (described in the Basic Operations section, page 64). This section explains operations of Step Recording and re-recording or editing existing Song data. Call up the operation display. [FUNCTION] → [F] DIGITAL REC MENU → [A] SONG CREATOR 3 There are six Pages (tabs) in the Song Creator display.
3 Press the [F] button to select the channel for recording. 4 Press the [G] (STEP REC) button to call up the STEP RECORD display. 5 Start Step Recording by using the [A]–[J] buttons and [1 ▲▼]–[8 ▲▼] buttons. Refer to the example on page 143 for specific instructions. When a note is input, the location (bar: beat: clock), note name, velocity and length are shown as a list. 3 Songs – Recording Your Performances and Creating Songs – [A]/[B]/ [C] Moves the cursor in the list.
Example of Step Recording—Melodies 1 2 3 4 * The numbers shown in the illustration correspond to the following operation step numbers. In this example, keep in mind that one of the steps involves holding down a key on the keyboard while executing the operation. Select the Voice for recording after calling up the Step Recording display. NOTE Since the music score displayed on the instrument is generated from the recorded MIDI data, it may not appear exactly the same as shown here.
4 Enter the next notes and apply a tie. 4-1 Press the [G] button to select “mp.” 4-2 Press the [H] button to select “Normal.” 4-3 While holding G3 key on the keyboard, press the [6 ▲▼] button. Do not release the G3 key yet. Keep holding it while executing the following steps. 4-4 While holding the G3 key, press the C4 key. Do not release the G3 and C4 keys yet. Keep holding the notes while executing the following step. 4-5 While holding the keys G3 and C4, press the [5 ▲▼] button.
Recording Chords (Step Recording) You can record Chords and Sections (Intro, Main, Ending, and so on) one at a time with precise timing. These instructions show how to record chord changes using the Step Record function. 1 Press the SONG [REC] and SONG [■] (STOP) buttons simultaneously. A blank Song (“New Song”) is called up for recording. NOTE Selecting a blank Song initializes the panel settings. Select the Style you want to use in the Song. 3 Call up the operation display.
Example of Step Recording—Chords NOTE This example uses a Style in 4/4 time. C 1 2 3 MAIN A BREAK MAIN B F G F G7 * The numbers shown in the illustration correspond to the following operation step numbers. C Before starting, make sure the [AUTO FILL IN] button is set to off. 1 3 Enter the chords for the Main A section. Songs – Recording Your Performances and Creating Songs – 1-1 Press the STYLE CONTROL [MAIN A] button. 1-2 Press the [5 ▲▼] button to select the half-note length.
3 Enter the chords for the Main B section. 3-1 Press the STYLE CONTROL [MAIN B] button. 3-2 Press the [4 ▲▼] button to select the whole-note length. 3-3 Play the chord C in the chord section of the keyboard. 3-3 3-1 C 3-2 4 Press the SONG [■] (STOP) button (or press the [C] button) to return to the top of the Song, then hear the newly entered Song by pressing the [>/❙ ❙] (PLAY/PAUSE) button. 5 Press the [EXIT] button to exit from the Step Recording display.
Re-Recording a Specific Section—Punch In/Out When re-recording a specific section of an already-recorded Song, use the Punch IN/OUT function. In this method, only the data between the Punch In point and the Punch Out point is overwritten with the newly recorded data. Keep in mind that the notes before and after the Punch In/Out points are not recorded over, although you will hear them play back normally to guide you in the Punch In/Out timing. 1 Call up the operation display.
[7 ▲▼]/ [8 ▲▼] PEDAL PUNCH IN/OUT When this is set to ON, you can use Foot Pedal 2 to control the Punch In and Punch Out points. While a Song is playing back, pressing (and holding) Foot Pedal 2 instantly enables Punch In recording, while releasing the pedal stops recording (Punch Out). You can press and release Foot Pedal 2 as often as you want during playback to punch in/out of overwrite recording.
Editing Channel Events 1 3 2 1 3 Songs – Recording Your Performances and Creating Songs – 1 In the CHANNEL Page, use the [A]/[B] buttons to select the edit menu, then edit the data by using the [1 ▲▼]–[8 ▲▼] buttons. For details of the edit menu and available settings, see page 151. 2 Press the [D] (EXECUTE) button to execute the operation for the current display.
1 QUANTIZE The Quantize function allows you to align the timing of all the notes in a channel. For example, if you record the musical phrase shown at right, you may not play it with absolute precision, and your performance may have been slightly ahead of or behind the precise timing. Quantize is a convenient way of correcting for this. [2 ▲▼]/ [3 ▲▼] CHANNEL Determines which MIDI channel in the Song data is to be quantized. [4 ▲▼]– [6 ▲▼] SIZE Selects the quantize size (resolution).
2 DELETE You can delete the data of the specified channel in the Song. Select the channel whose data to be deleted by using the [1 ▲▼]–[8 ▲▼] buttons, then press the [D] (EXECUTE) button to execute the operation. 3 MIX This function lets you mix the data of two channels and place the results in a different channel. It also lets you copy the data from one channel to another. [2 ▲▼]/ [3 ▲▼] SOURCE 1 Determines the MIDI channel (1–16) to be mixed.
5 SETUP The current settings of the Mixing Console display and other panel settings can be recorded to the top position of the Song as the Setup data. The Mixing Console and panel settings recorded here are automatically recalled when the Song starts. NOTE Before executing the Setup operation, move the Song position to the top of the Song by pressing the SONG [■] (STOP) button.
Editing Chord Events, Notes, System Exclusive Events and Lyrics You can edit the chord events, note events, system exclusive events and lyrics in the same manner on the corresponding display: CHORD, 1-16, SYS/EX and LYRICS. These displays are called “Event List display” because some events are shown in a list view. Event List display Indicates the location (position) of the corresponding event. Indicates the event value. Indicates the event type. See page 155.
■ Chord Events (CHORD Page) Style Style Tempo Tempo Chord Chord root, Chord type, On Bass Chord Sect Style Section (Intro, Main, Fill In, Break, Ending) OnOff On/off status for each part (channel) of the Accompaniment Style CH.Vol Volume for each part (channel) of the Accompaniment Style S.Vol Overall volume of the Accompaniment Style ■ Note Events (1-16 Page) An individual note within a Song.
Displaying Specific Types of Events In the Event List displays, various types of events are shown. It may sometimes be difficult to pinpoint the ones you want to edit. This is where the Filter function comes in handy. It lets you determine which event types will be shown in the Event List displays. 1 Press the [H] (FILTER) button in the CHORD, 1-16, SYS/EX. or LYRICS displays. 2 Checkmark the desired item to be displayed.
Multi Pads – Adding Musical Phrases to Your Performance – Multi Pad Creating (Multi Pad Creator) This feature let you create your original Multi Pad phrases, and also allows you to edit existing Multi Pad phrases to create your own. Multi Pad Realtime Recording 1 Select a Multi Pad Bank to be edited or created from the display called up when you press the MULTI PAD CONTROL [SELECT] button. 2 Call up the operation display.
7 Stop recording. Press the [H] (STOP) button or the panel MULTI PAD CONTROL [STOP] button or the STYLE CONTROL [START/STOP] button to stop recording when you’ve finished playing the phrase. 8 Listen back to your newly recorded phrase, by pressing the appropriate MULTI PAD button, [1]–[4]. To re-record the phrase, repeat steps 5–7. 9 Turn Repeat of each pad On or Off by using the [1 ▲▼]–[4 ▲▼] buttons.
Multi Pad Editing From the MULTI PAD EDIT display, you can rename, copy or delete a Multi Pad. 1 Press the MULTI PAD CONTROL [SELECT] button to call up the Multi Pad Bank Selection display, then select a Bank to be edited. 2 Press the [8 ▼] (EDIT) button to call up the MULTI PAD EDIT display. 3 Select a particular Multi Pad to be edited by pressing any of the [A], [B], [F] and [G] buttons. 4 Edit the selected Pad as desired. [1 ▼] NAME Changes the name of each Multi Pad.
Music Finder – Calling Up Ideal Setups (Voice, Style, etc.) for Each Song – Creating a Set of Favorite Records As convenient as the Search function is in exploring the depths of the Music Finder records, you may want to create a custom “folder” of your favorite records—so you can quickly call up the panel settings and song data you use frequently. 1 Select the desired record from the MUSIC FINDER display.
Editing Records You can create a new record by editing the currently selected record. The newly created records are automatically saved in the internal memory. Select the desired record to be edited in the MUSIC FINDER display. 2 Press the [8 ▲▼] (RECORD EDIT) button to call up the EDIT display. 3 Edit the record as desired. [A] MUSIC Edits the song name. Pressing the [A] button calls up the pop-up window to enter the song name. [B] KEYWORD Edits the keyword.
4 Enter the edits you’ve made to the record as described below. Creating a new record Press the [J] (NEW RECORD) button. The record is added to the ALL display. If you’ve entered the record to the FAVORITE display in step 3, the record is added to both the ALL display and the FAVORITE display. Overwriting an existing record Press the [8 ▲] (OK) button. If you set the record as a Favorite in step 3, the record is added to the FAVORITE display.
Registration Memory – Saving and Recalling Custom Panel Setups – Disabling Recall of Specific Items (Freeze) Registration Memory lets you recall all the panel setups you made with a single button press. However, there may be times that you want certain items to remain the same, even when switching Registration Memory setups. For example, you may want to switch Voices or effect settings while keeping the same accompaniment Style. This is where the Freeze function comes in handy.
Calling Up Registration Memory Numbers in Order (Registration Sequence) As convenient as the Registration Memory buttons are, there may be times during a performance when you want to quickly switch between settings—without having to take your hands from the keyboard. The convenient Registration Sequence function lets you call up the eight setups in any order you specify, by simply using the TAB [E][F] buttons or the pedal as you play. 1 Select the desired Registration Memory bank to program a sequence.
5 Program the Sequence order, from left to right. Press one of the REGISTRATION MEMORY [1]–[8] buttons on the panel, then press the [6 ▲▼] (INSERT) button to input the number. Indicates the Registration Memory numbers, in the order of the current Registration Sequence. [1 ▲▼]– [4 ▲▼] CURSOR Moves the cursor. [5 ▲▼] REPLACE Replaces the number at the cursor position with the currently selected Registration Memory number.
Saving the Registration Sequence Settings The settings for the Sequence order and how Registration Sequence behaves when reaching the end of the sequence (SEQUENCE END) are included as part of the Registration Memory Bank file. To store your newly programmed Registration Sequence, save the current Registration Memory Bank file. NOTICE Keep in mind that all Registration Sequence data is lost when changing Registration Memory Banks, unless you’ve saved it with the Registration Memory Bank file.
USB Audio – Playback and Recording Audio Files – This function is fully explained in the Basic Operations section. Refer to page 79. Mixing Console – Editing the Volume and Tonal Balance – Editing VOL/VOICE Parameters Song Auto Revoice This feature lets you use the high-quality sounds of the instrument to full advantage with XG-compatible song data.
2 [1 ▲▼]– [3 ▲▼] VOICE NAME Selects the XG Voices to be replaced (Voices usually used when playing back). [4 ▲▼]– [6 ▲▼] REVOICE TO Selects the Voices used to replace the XG Voices (when SONG AUTO REVOICE is set to ON). [F] ALL REVOICE Replaces all of the replaceable XG Voices with the rich and authentic Voices of the PSR-A2000. [I] BASIC REVOICE Replaces only the recommended Voices that are suitable for playing back the song.
Editing TUNE Parameters PORTAMENTO TIME Portamento is a function that creates a smooth transition in pitch from the first note played on the keyboard to the next. The Portamento Time determines the pitch transition time. Higher values result in a longer pitch change time. Setting this to “0” results in no effect. This parameter is available when the selected keyboard part is set to Mono.
Editing EFFECT Parameters Selecting an Effect type 1 Press the [F] (TYPE) button in the EFFECT Page of the Mixing Console display. The Effect Type Selection display is called up. 2 2 3 4 5 Use the [1 ▲▼]/[2 ▲▼] buttons to select the effect BLOCK. Effect Block Effect-applicable parts Effect characteristics REVERB All parts Reproduces the warm ambience of playing in a concert hall or jazz club. CHORUS All parts Produces a rich, “fat” sound as if several parts are being played simultaneously.
Editing and Saving the effect 1 Press the [F] button to call up the display for editing the effect parameters. 2 If you have selected one of the DSP2–4 effect blocks in “Selecting an Effect type,” step 2: You can edit its standard parameters as well as its variation parameter. To select the standard type of parameters, press the [B] button. To select its variation parameter, press the [E] button.
4 Press the [I] (SAVE) button to call up the display for saving your original effect. 6 5 5 Use the [3 ▲▼]–[6 ▲▼] buttons to select the destination for saving the effect. The maximum number for effects that can be saved differs depending on the effect block. 6 Press the [I] (SAVE) button to save the effect. When recalling the saved effect, use the same procedure as in steps 4–5 of “Selecting an Effect Type.
Editing EQ Parameters [A]/[B] TYPE Selects the desired Master EQ type. This affects the overall sound of the instrument. [F] EDIT For editing the Master EQ. See page 174. [D]/[I] EQ HIGH Boosts or attenuates the high EQ band for each part. [E]/[J] EQ LOW Boosts or attenuates the low EQ band for each part. Equalizer (also called “EQ”) is a sound processor that divides the frequency spectrum into multiple bands that can be boosted or cut as required to tailor the overall frequency response.
Editing and Saving the Selected Master EQ 1 Press the [F] (EDIT) button in the EQ Page of the Mixing Console display. The MASTER EQ EDIT display is called up. 2 5 4 8 2 Use the [A]/[B] buttons to select a preset EQ type. The set parameters of the selected EQ type are automatically shown at the bottom of the display. 3 Use the [3 ▲▼]–[7 ▲▼] buttons to boost or cut each of the five bands. Use the [8 ▲▼] buttons to boost or cut all the five bands at the same time.
Oriental Scales – Setting Original Scales – This function is fully explained in the Basic Operations section. Refer to page 88.
3 Use the [1 ▲▼] buttons to select the function to be assigned to the pedal specified in step 2. For information on available parameters, see pages 176–178. NOTE You can also assign the other functions to the pedal—punch in/out of Song (page 148) and Registration Sequence (page 164). If you assign multiple functions to the pedal, the priority is: Punch in/out of Song → Registration Sequence → Functions assigned here.
PORTAMENTO The portamento effect (a smooth slide between notes) can be produced while the pedal is pressed. Portamento is produced when notes are played legato style (i.e., a note is played while the preceding note is still held). The portamento time can also be adjusted form the Mixing Console display (page 169). You can turn this pedal function on or off for each keyboard part on this display.
BASS HOLD While the pedal is pressed, the Accompaniment Style bass note will be held even if the chord is changed during Style playback. If the fingering is set to “AI FULL KEYBOARD,” the function does not work. PERCUSSION The pedal plays a percussion instrument selected by the [4 ▲▼]–[8 ▲▼] buttons. You can use the keyboard to select the desired percussion instrument.
MIDI Settings In this section, you can make MIDI-related settings for the instrument. The PSR-A2000 gives you a set of ten pre-programmed templates that let you instantly and easily reconfigure the instrument to match your particular MIDI application or external device. Also, you can edit the pre-programmed templates and save up to ten of your original templates to the USER Page.
■ Pre-programmed MIDI Templates Connections – Using Your Instrument with Other Devices – ALL Parts Transmits all parts including the keyboard parts (RIGHT 1, 2, and LEFT), with the exception of Song parts. KBD & STYLE Basically the same as “ALL PARTS” with the exception of how keyboard parts are managed. The right-hand parts are handled as a “UPPER” instead of RIGHT 1 and 2 and the left-hand part is handled as a “LOWER.
MIDI System Settings The explanations here apply to the SYSTEM Page in step 4 on page 179. Use the [A]/[B] buttons to select the parameters (below), then set the ON/OFF status by using the [1 ▲▼]–[8 ▲▼] buttons. Connections – Using Your Instrument with Other Devices – 1 Local Control Turns the Local Control for each part on or off.
MIDI Transmit Settings The explanations here apply to the TRANSMIT Page in step 4 on page 179. This determines which parts will be sent as MIDI data and over which MIDI channel the data will be sent. 1 The dots corresponding to each channel (1–16) flash briefly whenever any data is transmitted on the channel(s). 1 Connections – Using Your Instrument with Other Devices – 1 2 3 Use the [A]/[B] buttons or [1 ▲▼]/[2 ▲▼] buttons to select the part for changing transmit settings.
MIDI Receive Settings The explanations here apply to the RECEIVE Page in step 4 on page 179. This determines which parts will receive MIDI data and over which MIDI channels the data will be received. 1 The dots corresponding to each channel (1–16) flash briefly whenever any data is received on the channel(s). 2 3 1 Use the [A]/[B] buttons or [1 ▲▼]/[2 ▲▼] buttons to select the channel to be received. The PSR-A2000 can receive MIDI messages over 32 channels (16 channels x 2 ports) by USB connection.
Setting the Bass Note for Style Playback via MIDI Receive The explanations here apply to the BASS Page in step 4 on page 179. These settings let you determine the bass note for Style playback, based on the note messages received via MIDI. The note on/off messages received at the channel(s) set to “ON” are recognized as the bass note of the chord of Style playback. The bass note will be detected regardless of the [ACMP] or split point settings.
Utility – Making Global Settings – CONFIG 1 Call up the operation display. [FUNCTION] → [I] UTILITY → TAB [E][F] CONFIG 1 Select the desired parameter: 1 Fade In/Out 2 Metronome 3 Parameter Lock 4 Tap 1 Fade In/Out These parameters determine the behavior when the Style or Song playback is faded in/out by the [FADE IN/OUT] button. FADE IN TIME [4 ▲▼] FADE OUT TIME FADE OUT HOLD TIME [5 ▲▼] Determines the time it takes for the volume to fade in, or go from minimum to maximum (range of 0–20.0 seconds).
CONFIG 2 Call up the operation display. [FUNCTION] → [I] UTILITY → TAB [E][F] CONFIG 2 [1 ▲▼]/ [2 ▲▼] VOICE CATEGORY BUTTON OPTIONS Determines how the Voice Selection display is opened when one of the VOICE buttons is pressed. OPEN & SELECT Opens the Voice Selection display with the previously selected Voice in the Voice category automatically selected (when one of the VOICE buttons is pressed).
MEDIA You can set or execute important media-related operations for the instrument. The word “media” refers to the connected USB storage device. Call up the operation display. [FUNCTION] → [I] UTILITY → TAB [E][F] MEDIA [A]/[B] DEVICE LIST Selects the desired media which you want to check the remaining memory (see “PROPERTY” below) or format the media (see the Basic Operations section, page 94). [F] PROPERTY Opens the Property display of the media selected by [A]/[B] buttons.
OWNER Call up the operation display. [FUNCTION] → [I] UTILITY → TAB [E][F] OWNER Utility – Making Global Settings – [D] BACKUP Lets you backup all data on the instrument to a USB storage device. Refer to the Basic Operations section (page 32). [E] RESTORE Loads the backup file from the USB storage device. [I] OWNER NAME Lets you enter your name as the owner. The Owner name is indicated on the opening display when you turn the power on. Refer to the Basic Operations section (page 17).
SYSTEM RESET There are two reset methods in the SYSTEM RESET display: Factory Reset and Custom Reset. Call up the operation display. [FUNCTION] → [I] UTILITY → TAB [E][F] SYSTEM RESET Custom Reset (see page 190) Factory Reset (see below) Factory Reset—Restoring the Factory Programmed Settings This function lets you restore the status of the instrument to the original factory settings.
Custom Reset—Saving and Recalling Your Original Settings as a Single File For the items below, you can save your Original Settings as a Single File for future recall. 1 Make all desired settings on the instrument. 2 Call up the operation display. [FUNCTION] → [I] UTILITY → TAB [E][F] SYSTEM RESET 3 Press one of the [F]–[I] buttons to call up the relevant display for saving your data.
Appendix Troubleshooting Overall 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 instrument’s speakers. Noise may be heard if a mobile phone is used near the instrument or if the phone is ringing. Turn off the mobile phone, or use it further away from the instrument. There is a slight difference in sound quality among different notes played on the keyboard.
Voice The Voice selected from the Voice Selection display does not sound. Check whether or not the selected part is turned on (page 37). To select the Voice for the right-hand key range, press the PART SELECT [RIGHT 1] button. For the Voice to be layered in the righthand range, press the PART SELECT [RIGHT 2] button. To select the Voice for the left-hand key range, press the PART SELECT [LEFT] button. A strange “flanging” or “doubling” sound occurs.
USB Audio function The message “This drive is busy now.” appeared, and then the recording was aborted. Make sure to use a compatible USB storage device (page 93). Make sure that the USB storage device has enough memory (page 81). If you are using a USB memory device to which data has already been recorded, check first that no important data remains on the device, then format it (page 94) and try recording again. Audio files cannot be selected. The file format may not be compatible with the instrument.
Panel Button Chart No. ............................................Corresponds to the number in the “Panel Controls” on page 12. Button/Control.......................Indicates the button/controller that you should use at first for entering the corresponding function. Display.....................................Indicates the display title (and tab title) called up by operating the button/controller. No.
Button/Control Display * [MIXING CONSOLE] MIXING CONSOLE display ( [CHANNEL ON/OFF] CHANNEL ON/OFF (pop-up) º [FUNCTION] MASTER TUNE/SCALE TUNE SONG SETTING STYLE SETTING/SPLIT POINT/ CHORD FINGERING CONTROLLER REGIST SEQUENCE/FREEZE/ VOICE SET DIGITAL REC MENU VOL/VOICE FILTER TUNE EFFECT EQ SONG STYLE MASTER TUNE SCALE TUNE STYLE SETTING SPLIT POINT CHORD FINGERING FOOT PEDAL KEYBOARD/PANEL REGISTRATION SEQUENCE FREEZE VOICE SET SONG CREATOR STYLE CREATOR MULTI PAD CREATOR HARMONY/ECHO MIDI
Specifications Size/Weight Dimensions Weight Width 1,003 mm (39 5/8") Height 148 mm (5 7/8") Depth 433 mm (17 1/8") Weight 11 kg (24 lbs., 4 oz.
Preset Number of Preset Songs Number of Songs Songs Recording Number of Tracks Registration Memory Demo USB Audio 300 KB Quick Recording/Multi Recording/Step Recording Playback SMF (Format 0 & 1), ESEQ, XF Recording Number of Buttons SMF (Format 0) 8 x unlimited banks (depending on the storage media’s capacity) Control Lesson/Guide Lesson/Guide 16 Data Capacity Recording Function Compatible Data Format 5 Sample Songs Unlimited (depending on the storage media’s capacity) Regist.
Index Symbols BAYAT............................................. 105 D [ ] (Standby/On)............................ 14 BEAT CONVERTER........................ 125 DATA ENTRY dial..............................21 [F/ II] (PLAY/PAUSE) ..................... 58 BOOST/CUT.................................... 126 Data List...............................................3 [G] (REW)...................................... 59 BREAK .............................................. 51 DC IN terminal .............
F H M Factory Reset ............................ 31, 189 HARMO. (Harmonic Content) ..........109 Main Display...................................... 23 FADE IN/OUT............................ 52, 185 HARMONIC CONTENT ...................168 Main section ...................................... 51 Fade In/Out ............................... 52, 185 HARMONIC MINOR ........................130 MAIN VARIATION ............................. 51 Fast Forward ..................................... 59 HARMONY.
N Percussion Voice............................... 38 NAME................................................ 28 Performance Assistant .................... 140 REGIST SEQUENCE/ FREEZE/VOICE SET ...111, 163, 164 NATURAL MINOR .......................... 131 PHONES ........................................... 16 REGISTRATION MEMORY...............76 NEW BANK ..................................... 157 PHR1/2 (Phrase1/2) .......................... 55 Registration Memory..................76, 163 NEW RECORD ..
SOFT ............................................... 176 System Exclusive Events.................155 VIBRATO (Organ Flutes) .................. 45 SONG ................................................ 57 SYSTEM RESET .................31, 98, 189 VOICE ............................................... 34 Song .......................................... 57, 133 SYSTEM SETUP FILES ..................190 Voice ......................................... 34, 100 SONG (Transpose)..........................
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