User manual YAMAHA PSR-A3

[. . . ] M. D. G. , EMI Division © 1995 Yamaha Corporation VT49660 509POCP1. 3-01A0 Printed in Japan You are the proud owner of a fine electronic keyboard. The Yamaha PSR-A3 PortaTone combines the most advanced AWM tone generation technology with state-of-the-art digital electronics and features to give you stunning sound quality with maximum musical enjoyment. A new large graphic display and easy-to-use interface also greatly enhance the operability of this advanced instrument. In order to make the most of your PortaTone's features and extensive performance potential, we urge you to read the manual thoroughly while trying out the various features described. [. . . ] Character List ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz 0123456789­ · The Song data including it's name is retained in memory even when the power switch is turned OFF, as long as the batteries are installed or the AC adaptor is connected. 130 Yamaha 55 Song Recording Accompaniment and Melody Playback 1 Select a SONG Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . If necessary, use the [FUNCTION] buttons to select the SONG function, and then the [­/NO] and [+/YES] buttons, the number buttons or the data dial to select the SONG number (user song numbers "30"~"37") containing the song you want to play. VOICE FUNCTION STYLE SONG REGIST MEMORY MULTI PAD DUAL VOICE SPLIT VOICE HARM/ECHO OVERALL DIGITAL EFFECT 830 UserSng1 2 Start Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Playback will begin as soon as the SONG [PLAY/STOP] button is pressed. You can turn the ACCOMP and MELODY tracks ON and OFF during playback as required. SONG REC PLAY/STOP REPEAT MINUS PLAY ONE · You can also start playback from any specified measure (see page 57). · Individual tracks can be turned OFF (muted) or ON by using the cursor buttons to select the icon of the target track (the icon and track name will flash), and then using the [­/NO] and [+/YES] buttons or the data dial to turn the track OFF or ON, respectively. The track icon will disappear when a track is muted. · The NORMAL mode is automatically selected when SONG playback is started. · Voice and volume data can be rewritten during playback -- see "Voice & Volume Rewrite", below. · When the song playback is stopped, the DSP type will compulsorily be changed according to the currently selected voice and the reverb and chorus types will be changed according to the currently selected style. / 3 Play Along If You Like. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Play along on the keyboard if you like. You can also change the tempo during playback. 4 Stop Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accompaniment and melody playback will stop automatically when all recorded data has been played back. You can also stop playback at any time by pressing the SONG [PLAY/STOP] button. 56 Song Recording Play from a Specified Measure You can start SONG playback from any specified measure, as long as the specified measure is within the range of measures that has already been recorded: 1 Select the MEASURE Parameter CURSOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . While no recording or playback is in progress, use the CURSOR buttons to select the MEASURE parameter in the display. MEASURE a01 2 Enter the Desired Measure Number * 1­ ­ 1 2 4 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Use the [­/NO] and [+/YES] buttons, the number buttons or the data dial to enter the desired measure number. * 3 · Three-digit numbers are entered by first pressing and holding the [1] or [2] button until "1" or "2" appears in the hundreds position on the display, then pressing the remaining two digits in sequence. 6 7 8 9 0 ­/NO +/YES 3 Start Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . You can now start playback from the specified measure number. 57 Song Recording s Voice & Volume Rewrite You can rewrite the last recorded voice change in any individual track during playback by using the cursor buttons to select the voice number of the target track (the voice number will flash), and then using the number buttons, the [­/NO] and [+/YES] buttons or the data dial to select the desired voice number. The data will actually be rewritten when the [PLAY/ STOP] button is pressed or the end of the song is reached or the next voice change is encountered in the recorded data. The original voice number can be recalled before it is actually rewritten by simultaneously pressing the [­/NO] and [+/YES] buttons. Any other voice changes included in the recorded track data will take effect at the appropriate times. The volume of each track can be rewritten during playback in the same way. Use the cursor buttons to select the volume bar of the target track (the volume bar will flash), and then use the [­/NO] and [+/YES] buttons or the data dial to set the maximum volume of the track as required. The shorter the bar, the lower the volume. The data will actually be rewritten when the [PLAY/STOP] button is pressed or the end of the song is reached. The original volume can be recalled before it is actually rewritten by simultaneously pressing the [­/NO] and [+/YES] buttons. The new volume data is written only at the beginning of the track and affects the entire track. CURSOR ACCOMP MELODY 1 MELODY 2 · The dual voice will change automatically when a melody track voice is changed. · Voice and volume data can only be rewritten in songs you have recorded yourself. * 1­ ­ 1 2 * 3 4 REC REC REC 5 6 101103 7 8 9 0 ­/NO +/YES s Clearing the SONG TRACKS All data in the ACCOMP, MELODY 1 and MELODY 2 tracks of the currently selected song can be completely erased by first pressing the [MINUS ONE] button while holding the [REC] button, and then press the [+/YES] button in response to the "Clear?" confirmation prompt on the display (press [­/NO] if you decide not to erase the data). SONG REC PLAY/STOP REPEAT MINUS PLAY ONE · Only songs you have recorded yourself can be cleared. · If a non-user song number is selected when the song-clear mode is engaged, user song number 30 will automatically be selected. / 130 Clear ? 58 The Multi Pads The PSR-A3 MULTI PADS can be used to play 144 short pre-recorded rhythmic and melodic sequences, that can be used to add impact and variety to your keyboard performances. Some of the pad phrases simply play back as programmed, while others are "chord match" types which are automatically transposed to match chords played using the PSR-A3 Auto Accompaniment feature. The PSR-A3 MULTI PADS can also be used to record 16 short rhythmic or melodic sequences, percussion fill-ins, or single percussion sounds that can be played at any time simply by pressing the appropriate pad. [. . . ] Note: Check with any retailer of household type batteries in your area for battery disposal information. Disposal Notice: Should this product become damaged beyond repair, or for some reason its useful life is considered to be at an end, please observe all local, state, and federal regulations that relate to the disposal of products that contain lead, batteries, plastics, etc. If your dealer is unable to assist you, please contact Yamaha directly. NOTICE: Service charges incurred due to a lack of knowledge relating to how a function or effect works (when the unit is operating as designed) are not covered by the manufacturer's warranty, and are therefore the owners responsibility. Please study this manual carefully and consult your dealer before requesting service. NAME PLATE LOCATION: The name plate is located on the bottom of the product. The model number, serial number, power requirements, etc. , are located on this plate. [. . . ]