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  • Page 1 HARMONY DIRECTOR™ Owner’s Manual Mode d’emploi Manual de instrucciones Benutzerhandbuch...
  • Page 2 Yamaha Corporation of America or its subsidiaries. tion of other electronic devices. Compliance with FCC regula- * This applies only to products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America. (class B) COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT (Supplierʼs declaration of conformity procedure) Responsible Party: Yamaha Corporation of America Address: 6600 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, Calif.
  • Page 3 For AC adaptor Explanation of Graphical Symbols The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol CA U TI O N within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK “dangerous voltage” within the product’s DO NOT OPEN enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

  • Page 4: Precautions

    For AC adaptor WARNING CAUTION • This AC adaptor is designed for use with only Yamaha • When setting up, make sure that the AC outlet is easily electronic instruments. Do not use for any other purpose. accessible. If some trouble or malfunction occurs, immediately turn off the power switch of the instrument and disconnect the •...
  • Page 5 - Use new batteries, all of which are the same type, same model, outlet. (If you are using batteries, remove all batteries from the and made by the same manufacturer. instrument.) Then have the device inspected by Yamaha service - Always make sure all batteries are inserted in conformity with personnel.

  • Page 6: Notice

    • The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Yamaha Corporation is under license. • Sound Back is trademark of Korg Inc. • The company names and product names in this manual are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
  • Page 7 When turning off the instrument, make sure that the The instrument does not necessarily support all instrument is NOT accessing the USB flash drive by file commercially available USB devices. Yamaha cannot management (such as during the Delete operation). guarantee operation of USB devices that you purchase.

  • Page 8: Introduction

    Feature Basics: This introduces the HD-300 features suited for a range of learning situations. These are also available from the “Manual Library” page on the following website. Yamaha downloads https://download.yamaha.com/ Harmony Director™ is a trademark or registered trademark of the Yamaha Corporation. HD-300 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Contents PRECAUTIONS ..............4 Restoring Factory Settings NOTICE ................6 Information................6 Advanced Settings (Settings) Introduction.................8 Included Accessories............8 About this Manual ..............8 Connecting External Devices Component Names Connecting Amplifiers or Other Equipment (OUTPUT [L/MONO], [R] jacks) ......... 32 Front Panel ............... 10 Connecting a Microphone Rear Panel................

  • Page 10: Component Names

    Component Names Front Panel 1 [P] (Standby/On) switch....page 14 6 VOICE buttons ......page 18 Switches the instrument between standby/on modes. Selects the Voice for use when playing the keyboard, or when playing back the contents for training. 2 [MAIN VOL] slider......page 16 7 TEMPERAMENT buttons..
  • Page 11 Component Names & # [RHYTHM STYLE] button..pages 22, 25 * [METRONOME VOL] slider... pages 16, 23 Sets the rhythm playback to the Rhythm Style mode. Adjusts the volume for each metronome note type. [BEAT] button ....pages 22, 23, 24 ( [TRAINING] button.......

  • Page 12: Rear Panel

    Component Names Rear Panel Microphone USB flash drive AC adaptor Keyboard amplifier or Keyboard amplifier or Power outlet monitor speaker monitor speaker 1 [FOOT PEDAL] jack....pages 31, 33 4 USB [TO HOST] terminal..pages 7, 33 For connecting the Foot Controller FC7 (sold For connecting to a computer using a commercially separately).

  • Page 13: Setting Up

    Setting Up Power Requirements This instrument can be operated either from an AC adaptor or batteries. Yamaha recommends use of an AC adaptor whenever possible, since an AC adaptor is more environmentally friendly than batteries and does not deplete resources.

  • Page 14: Turning The Power On/Off

    Setting Up Using Batteries This instrument accepts AA alkaline batteries and rechargeable Ni-MH (Nickel-Metal Hydride) batteries. Make sure that the power of the instrument is off. Battery compartment cover Turn the instrument over and place it on a soft cloth. Open the battery compartment cover located on the instrument’s bottom panel.
  • Page 15 Setting Up Turning the Power Off When an external device is connected, first turn the volume down on the external device and then turn off the power of the external device. Move the [MAIN VOL] slider to the minimum setting. Press and hold the [P] (Standby/On) switch for one second, and then release it.

  • Page 16: Adjusting The Volume And Screen Contrast

    Setting Up Adjusting the Volume and Screen Contrast Adjusting the Volume To adjust the volume of the entire sound of this instrument, use the [MAIN VOL] slider while playing the keyboard. In addition, the following volume sliders are also available. [BALANCE] slider: •...

  • Page 17: Screen Configuration And Basic Operation17

    Screen Configuration and Basic Operation Turn the power on to display the Home screen. Home Screen Screen Elements Items 1 – 4 relate to tuning, 5 to recording, and 6 and 7 relate to rhythm playback. 1 Voice 5 Recording, microphone input Shows the voice option currently selected.

  • Page 18: Producing Reference Tones For Playing Harmony (Voice, Temperament, Hold, Octave, Transpose)

    Producing Reference Tones for Playing Harmony (Voice, Temperament, Hold, Octave, Transpose) Basic Operation The HD-300 can be used to produce reference tones to play along with as a way of developing your sense for playing your instrument in the correct pitch. This chapter provides detailed instructions for the necessary operations shown below: Preparation Producing the reference tone(s)

  • Page 19: Transpose Buttons

    Producing Reference Tones for Playing Harmony (Voice, Temperament, Hold, Octave, Transpose) Button [EQUAL] [PURE] [INDIVIDUAL VOL/PITCH] Display on screen Equal Pure User Temperament mode Equal temperament Pure temperament Individual (custom) temperament NOTE • When the [PIANO/OTHERS] button is pressed, Equal temperament is automatically selected. •...

  • Page 20: Temperaments

    Producing Reference Tones for Playing Harmony (Voice, Temperament, Hold, Octave, Transpose) You can also press the [TRANSPOSE] button and move the cursor to the transpose area to adjust the transpose value. Adjust the transpose value using the dial or the [-]/[+] buttons. The transpose value range is -2 – +12 semitones. Press both [-]/[+] buttons simultaneously to return the transpose value to 0.
  • Page 21 Producing Reference Tones for Playing Harmony (Voice, Temperament, Hold, Octave, Transpose) For details on what chords can be recognized, refer to the chart below. Chord types recognized These shows examples in case of the root key “C.” The inversion of each fingering is also recognized. m7 b 5 (7)sus4 7 b 5...

  • Page 22: Demonstrating Tempo And Rhythm (Metronome, Rhythm Style)

    Demonstrating Tempo and Rhythm (Metronome, Rhythm Style) Basic Operation You can practice alongside a rhythm played by the HD-300 as a way of developing your sense of rhythm. Metronome Rhythm Style Rhythm playback is divided broadly into two separate modes: .

  • Page 23: Metronome (Simple)

    Demonstrating Tempo and Rhythm (Metronome, Rhythm Style) Metronome (Simple) Using a Simple Metronome [BEAT] button Press the to change rhythm playback to metronome mode. When in “Beat • Tempo Memory” mode, press the BEAT • TEMPO MEMORY [MEMORY] button to turn Beat • Tempo Memory off. Setting the Beat Press the [BEAT] button to move the cursor to the beat area.

  • Page 24: Metronome (Beat • Tempo Memory)

    Demonstrating Tempo and Rhythm (Metronome, Rhythm Style) Metronome (Beat • Tempo Memory) You can create and save irregular meters by using Beat • Tempo Memory function. Using Beat • Tempo Memory BEAT • TEMPO MEMORY [MEMORY] button Press the to set the rhythm style to the “Beat •...

  • Page 25: Rhythm Style

    Demonstrating Tempo and Rhythm (Metronome, Rhythm Style) Rhythm Style With Rhythm Style, you can select and play back eight-beat, swing, and other popular rhythms. Using Rhythm Style [RHYTHM STYLE] button Press the to switch rhythm playback to Rhythm Style mode. Selecting the Type of Rhythm Style Press the [RHYTHM STYLE] button to move the cursor to the Rhythm Style name.

  • Page 26: Sharing Performances (Recording/Playback)

    Sharing Performances (Recording/Playback) Basic Operation You can record a performance using the internal/external microphone to a commercially available USB flash drive and immediately play it back. In addition to conventional recording capability, the instrument has a convenient Time Shift Recording function that allows you to capture up to 10 seconds of your performance before you actually started recording (by pressing the [REC] button).
  • Page 27 Sharing Performances (Recording/Playback) Deleting the Most Recent Recording Results You can delete an unwanted recording result immediately after the recording stops. Use the [-]/[+] buttons to select the file, and then press the [DELETE] button . Follow the confirmation prompt that appears to either cancel or delete the recording result.

  • Page 28: Playing Back Previously Recorded Files And Files Created On A Computer (Usb)

    Sharing Performances (Recording/Playback) Playing Back Previously Recorded Files and Files Created on a Computer (USB) You can select and play back previously recorded performances saved to a USB flash drive, as well as audio files and MIDI files created on a computer. Using the USB File Selection mode [USB] button Press the...

  • Page 29: Enhancing Basic Practice (Sound Back, Training)

    Enhancing Basic Practice (Sound Back, Training) Training Your Ability to Imagine the Correct Pitch (Sound Back) You can use the sound back function to help train your ability to imagine pitch. With this function, the HD-300 detects the pitch of the input sound and returns the nearest reference tone within the currently set temperament. So, you can confirm whether sounds are performed at the correct pitch from a soundless state.

  • Page 30: Playing Training Examples And Accompaniments (Training)

    Restoring Factory Settings Playing Training Examples and Accompaniments (Training) The HD-300 contains music data based on the “JBC Band Method” compiled by the JBC (Japan Band Clinic), which can be used as training examples or accompaniments. This is a great practice aid to use when an accompanist is absent. Using the Training Mode [TRAINING] button Press the...

  • Page 31: Advanced Settings (Settings)

    Advanced Settings (Settings) You can change advanced settings on the Settings screen. Press the [SETTING] button to call up the Settings screen. Press the [EXIT] button to exit from the screen. Select an item using the CURSOR [L][R] buttons, and then use the [-]/[+] buttons, or the dial to change values.

  • Page 32: Connecting External Devices

    Connecting External Devices Connecting Amplifiers or Other Equipment (OUTPUT [L/MONO], [R] jacks) Standard phone plug Connect a speaker with an internal amplifier to the OUTPUT jack. For mono sound, only connect the [L/MONO] jack. For stereo sound, connect both the [L/MONO] jack and the [R] jack. When an external device is connected, sound will no longer be produced by the instrument’s speakers.

  • Page 33: Using A Pedal ([Foot Pedal] Jack)

    HOST] terminal” on page 7. Preparations  Windows Windows users need to use the “Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver.” Download the driver from the following website and install it on your computer. Yamaha Downloads: https://download.yamaha.com * After selecting your country and clicking on “Firmware/Software Updates” from the “Support” page, set the “-” on the product category and enter “Steinberg”...
  • Page 34 Connecting External Devices  Mac Standard driver on Mac OS can be used; there is no need to install another driver. Connecting Turn the instrument off. Start up the computer. Close all applications on the computer. Connect the USB cable to the USB [TO HOST] terminal on the instrument, and then connect the USB cable to the computer.

  • Page 35: Using The "Hd-300 Assistant" Iphone/Ipad App (Bluetooth)

    Connecting External Devices Using the “HD-300 Assistant” iPhone/iPad App (Bluetooth) You can use the “HD-300 Assistant” iPhone/iPad app to control the instrument remotely, demonstrate minutely out-of- tune sounds (interference beats) using the instrument, play rhythms created with the app on the instrument, and much more.

  • Page 36: Appendix

    Appendix Error Messages If an error occurs, a message will appear on the display. Use the following chart to confirm the problem and find an appropriate solution. Message Cause Solution Battery Power is Low. The battery power is low. Replace all 6 batteries. Connect AC Adaptor The function cannot be used, since now power is Turn off the power, connect the AC adapter,...

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    Appendix Troubleshooting If you encounter any problems, first check the items listed below. If the solution provided below does not solve the problem, or you are experiencing a problem other than those mentioned in the list, turn the power OFF by pressing and holding the [P] (Standby/On) switch, disconnect the AC adaptor and contact the dealer whom you purchased the instrument to have the instrument repaired.

  • Page 38: About The Temperaments Used In This Instrument

    Appendix About the Temperaments Used in This Instrument Interval  Unit of interval A cent is a unit used to measure musical intervals. The logarithm of the frequency ratio of two sounds is taken, and a semitone of equal temperament is defined as 100 cents. Using cents to measure intervals, we can calculate the interval using simple addition/subtraction rather than multiplication/division.
  • Page 39 Appendix Temperaments  Equal and Pure Temperaments Temperament Description Equal Temperament that divides one octave into 12 equal steps. The frequency ratio between neighboring notes is (= 1.0594631). Pure (Major) The tuning preserves the pure mathematical intervals of the major scale, especially for the triad chords (in case of the “C Major”;...

  • Page 40: Specifications

    * May not be included depending on your area. Check with your Yamaha dealer. The contents of this manual apply to the latest specifications as of the printing date. Since Yamaha makes continuous improvements to the product, this manual may not exactly match the specifications of your particular product. To obtain the latest manual, access the Yamaha website, and then download the manual file.

  • Page 41: Data List

    Data List Voice List Rhythm Style List  FM Voices Name Tempo Time Number of Signature measures Buttons Voice Name Program 8 Beat Change No. 16 Beat WOOD Flute Swing Oboe March Clarinet 6/8 March Saxophone Waltz BRASS Trumpet Samba Horn Bossa Nova Brass...
  • Page 42 chord (HEX) Chord Major/Minor MIDI Messages Major Minor NOTE Major “HEX” means hexadecimal. Minor Major  Program Change Minor Changes the FM Voice of the specified channel. sus4 Major Major Data (HEX) Cn prog Minor n: Channel Number (0 – (Quantity of FM Voice Parameters Minor channels –...
  • Page 43 YAMAHA [Harmony Director] Date: 01-Nov-2020 Model HD-300 MIDI Implementation Chart Version: 1.00 Function... Transmitted Recognized Remarks Basic Default 1 - 16 1 - 16 Channel Changed Default Mode Messages Altered ************** Note 0 - 127 0 - 127 Number : True voice...
  • Page 44 However, YAMAHA will pay the return shipping charges to any destination within the USA if the repairs are covered by the warranty. This warranty does not cover (a) damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from accident, negligence, misuse, abuse, improper installation or operation or failure to follow instructions according to the Owner’s Manual for this product;...
  • Page 45 FCC and IC Information For U.S.A. This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines.
  • Page 46 DECLARACIÓN UE DE CONFORMIDAD SIMPLIFICADA Aš, Yamaha Music Europe GmbH, patvirtinu, kad radijo įrenginių tipas [HD-300] Por la presente, Yamaha Music Europe GmbH declara que el tipo de equipo atitinka Direktyvą 2014/53/ES. Visas ES atitikties deklaracijos tekstas radioeléctrico [HD-300] es conforme con la Directiva 2014/53/UE. El texto prieinamas šiuo interneto adresu:...
  • Page 48 Yamaha Global Site https://www.yamaha.com/ Yamaha Downloads http://download.yamaha.com/ Manual Development Group © 2020 Yamaha Corporation Published 10/2020 MWES-A0 VDX5630 10-1 Nakazawa-cho, Naka-ku, Hamamatsu, 430-8650 Japan...

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