User manual YAMAHA PSR-202E

[. . . ] 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. This product should be used only with the components supplied or; a cart, rack, or stand that is recommended by Yamaha. If a cart, etc. , is used, please observe all safety markings and instructions that accompany the accessory product. representative to perform the replacement. [. . . ] Also, the tempo of a song or style returns to the default setting when selecting a different song or style. (The set tempo remains, however, when switching styles during playback except when OTS is on. ) When you turn on the power of the PSR-202, the tempo is automatically set to 168 bpm. The PSR-202 also has a convenient Tap Tempo function that allows you to "tap" a new tempo in real time. (See page 44. ) About the Beat Display Indicates the first beat of the measure (downbeat) SURE 002 Indicates an upbeat This section of the display provides a convenient, easyto-understand indication of the rhythm -- for song and style playback. The flashing "handclap" icons indicate both the downbeats and upbeats of a measure as follows: Indicates a downbeat (other than the first beat) 31 29 Selecting and Playing Songs Adjusting the Song Volume The playback volume of the song can be adjusted. This volume control affects only the song volume. The volume range is 000 - 127. 1 Select the Song Volume function in the Overall menu. Press the [OVERALL] button, repeatedly if necessary, until "SONG VOL" appears in the display. Current Song Volume value 110 Indicates Song Volume is selected SONG VOL 001 2 Change the value. Use the numeric keypad to set the desired Song Volume value (000 - 127). You can also use the [+]/[-] buttons to increase or decrease the value. Holding down either button continuously increases or decreases the value. Resetting the Song Volume Value If you've changed the Song Volume setting, you can instantly restore the default setting of "110" by pressing both [+]/[-] buttons simultaneously (when Song Volume is selected). Song Controls The panel buttons below the display function as song controls. Pressing this button alternately pauses and resumes song playback. Pressing this button alternately starts and stops song playback. This functions as a fast-forward button, stepping in advance through the measure numbers. It can be used during playback (with sound), or when playback is paused or stopped. This controls the A-B Repeat function. (See page 33. ) This functions as a rewind button, stepping in reverse through the measure numbers. It can be used during playback, or when playback is paused or stopped. 32 30 Selecting and Playing Songs A-B Repeat This useful function is ideal for practicing and learning purposes. It allows you to specify any phrase of a song (between point A and point B) and repeat it -- while you play or practice along with it. 1 While playing back a song, set point A (the start point). Select and play back the desired song. (See page 29. ) Then, while the song is playing back, press the [A-B REPEAT] button once at the start point of the phrase to be repeated. A- REPEAT 009 7 2 Set point B (the end point). Press the [A-B REPEAT] button once again, at the ending point of the phrase to be repeated. The selected phrase repeats indefinitely until stopped. A-b REPEAT 012 7 3 Pause or stop playback as needed. Use the [ PAUSE] and [START/STOP] buttons. Stopping playback does not cancel the set A/B points or the A-B Repeat function. You can also set the A-B Repeat function while the song is stopped. Simply use the [ REW]/[ FF] buttons to select the measures for the A and B points in the song, then start playback. 4 Turn off the A-B Repeat function. Press the [A-B REPEAT] button. This can be done either when the song is stopped or during playback. oFF REPEAT 013 While the song is playing back (but before setting the A/B points), try slowing down the Tempo (page 31). This makes it easier to accurately set the A and B points. Slowing down the Tempo also makes it easier to practice the parts you want to learn. To set the A point at the beginning of a song, press the [A-B REPEAT] button before starting song playback. 7 Selecting a different song number (or changing to the Style mode) automatically cancels the A-B Repeat function. 33 31 Song Lesson The Lesson feature provides an exceptionally fun and easy-to-use way to learn how to read music and play the keyboard. [. . . ] Wettergrens Gata 1 Box 30053 S-400 43 Gteborg, Sweden Tel: 031 89 34 00 MALAYSIA Yamaha Music Malaysia, Sdn. , Bhd. Lot 8, Jalan Perbandaran, 47301 Kelana Jaya, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia Tel: 3-703-0900 BRAZIL Yamaha Musical do Brasil LTDA. 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