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Related Manuals for Yamaha PortaTone PSR-230
Summarization of Contents
Special Message Section
Power Supply and Adapter Use
Proper connection to power sources to prevent damage and ensure safe operation.
Hearing Loss and Safety Warnings
Avoid prolonged exposure to high volume levels to prevent permanent hearing loss.
Environmental and Battery Guidelines
Information on product environmental impact, battery handling, and disposal.
FCC Compliance Information
Details on compliance with FCC regulations for digital devices.
Main Features of the PortaTone
High-Quality Voices and AWM Technology
Details on realistic voices created with AWM, including Panel and GM voices.
100 Auto Accompaniment Styles
Comprehensive styles with Intro, Main A/B, Fill-ins, Ending, and Jam Track sections.
Expressive Keyboard Features
Covers Touch Response, One Touch Setting, and effects like Chorus, Harmony, Echo, Reverb.
Learning and Recording Tools
Includes Easy Chord Memory, Guide lamps, Minus One, and Repeat Play for practice.
Connectivity and Compatibility
Features Music Cartridge slot (PSR-230), MIDI control, and built-in speakers.
Precautions and Care
Environmental and Handling Precautions
Guidelines on location, electromagnetic interference, careful handling, and unplugging.
Power Management and Cleaning
Instructions for powering off, battery removal, and proper cleaning methods.
Service and Modification Guidelines
Emphasizes user safety by prohibiting self-service and recommending qualified personnel.
Setting Up Your PortaTone
Power Requirements and Adapter Use
Details on powering the instrument via AC adapter or batteries.
Battery Installation and Management
Guide to inserting batteries and advice for when they run low or for long-term storage.
Connections and Accessories
Headphone and External Audio Output
Connecting headphones or an external amplifier/speaker system via the PHONES/AUX OUT jack.
Sustain Jack and Footswitch
Information on connecting a footswitch for sustain control.
Music Stand Setup
Instructions for attaching the included music stand to the keyboard.
Playing Demo Songs
Powering On and Setting Volume
Initial steps to power on the instrument and adjust the volume.
Initiating Demo Song Playback
How to start and stop the demonstration songs using the DEMO button.
Panel Controls Overview
PSR-230 Control Layout
Diagram and labels for the PSR-230 keyboard's controls and terminals.
PSR-220 Control Layout
Diagram and labels for the PSR-220 keyboard's controls and terminals.
Control and Terminal References
Top Panel Controls Reference
A comprehensive list of top panel controls and their corresponding page numbers.
Rear Panel Terminals Reference
A list of rear panel terminals and their corresponding page numbers.
Understanding the Display
Menu Navigation Indicators
Explains Main Menu and Sub Menu indications for navigation.
Mode and Function Indicators
Details on display icons for Keyboard, Mode, Song, Style, and One Touch Setting functions.
Data Display Elements
Information on displays for Easy Chord Memory and Style playback.
Navigating Menus and Displays
Main Menu Structure Overview
Details the various Main Menu categories like Voice, Style, Song, and MIDI.
Sub Menu Parameter Displays
Explains parameters shown in Sub Menus for Voice, Style, Song, and Effect controls.
Effect and Volume Display Indicators
Describes how the display shows Effect status and volume levels.
Exploring Voices: The Voice Mode
Entering Voice Mode
How to select the Voice mode and access its functions.
Selecting Main Voices
Step-by-step guide to choosing a Voice using the numeric keypad.
Main Voice Parameters
Voice Selection and Naming
Setting the Main Voice name and selecting between Panel and GM Voices.
Voice Tone Adjustments
Modifying Volume, Octave, Pan, and Reverb Level for the Main Voice.
Dual Voice Mode Operation
Activating Dual Voice Mode
How to turn on the Dual Voice mode using the DUAL/CHORUS button.
Percussion Kit Voice Chart
A chart listing drum and percussion sounds and their keyboard mapping.
Dual Voice Parameters
Dual Voice Selection and Naming
Setting the Dual Voice name and selecting between Panel and GM Voices.
Dual Voice Tone Adjustments
Modifying Volume, Octave, Pan, and Reverb Level for the Dual Voice.
Split Voice Mode Operation
Activating Split Voice Mode
How to turn on the Split Voice mode using the SPLIT button.
Configuring Split Voices
Selecting and adjusting parameters for the Split Voice.
Split Voice Parameters
Split Voice Selection and Naming
Setting the Split Voice name and selecting between Panel and GM Voices.
Split Voice Tone and Split Point Adjustments
Modifying Volume, Octave, Pan, Reverb, and Split Points.
Voice Effects Control
Chorus Effect Application
How to activate and use the Chorus effect for sound enhancement.
Harmony and Echo Effects
Guide to using Harmony and Echo effects for accompaniment and special effects.
Harmony and Echo Parameters
Harmony/Echo Type Selection
Choosing between different Harmony and Echo effect types.
Harmony and Echo Volume/Speed Settings
Adjusting the volume of Harmony and the speed of Echo effects.
Reverb and Touch Response
Using the Reverb Effect
How to activate and select different Reverb types for ambient sound.
Touch Response Feature
Enabling and adjusting keyboard sensitivity for expressive playing.
Overall Control Parameters
Reverb and Tuning Settings
Adjusting Reverb types, Transpose, and fine-tuning the instrument.
Voice Set, Sensitivity, and Metronome
Configuring Voice Set, Touch Sensitivity, Guide Lamp, and Metronome.
Auto Accompaniment: The Style Mode
Entering Style Mode
How to select the Style mode to access accompaniment patterns.
Selecting Accompaniment Styles
Guide to choosing a Style using the numeric keypad.
Starting and Controlling Styles
Initiating Style Playback
Methods to start accompaniment playback using START/STOP or Synchro Start.
Synchro Start with Intro Pattern
Using Synchro Start combined with an Intro pattern for playback.
Modifying Style Playback
Chord Input for Accompaniment
How to change chords and observe recognized chord names in accompaniment.
Adjusting Tempo and Style Sections
Changing playback tempo and switching between Style sections (Main A/B).
Style Mode Advanced Controls
Using the Jam Track Feature
How to use the Jam Track for automatic chord progressions and section changes.
Accompaniment Ensemble and Volume Adjustments
Changing the ensemble size (Large/Small) and adjusting accompaniment volume.
Stopping and Pausing Styles
Stopping Style Playback
Methods to stop the Auto Accompaniment using START/STOP or ENDING.
Utilizing the Sync-Stop Function
How to create natural breaks by releasing keys during playback.
Fingering Modes for Accompaniment
Fingered Mode
Playing complete chords anywhere on the keyboard for accompaniment.
Full and Single Finger Modes
Using Full mode for any chord or Single Finger for simpler chord input.
Adjusting Accompaniment Split Point
Accessing the Split Point Parameter
Steps to find the Accompaniment Split Point setting in the Style menu.
Setting the Split Point Key
How to define the key that separates the keyboard sections for accompaniment.
One Touch Setting Feature
Activating One Touch Settings
How to use the numbered buttons to select preset Voice and Style settings.
Parameters Affected by One Touch Setting
Lists settings like Voice, Volume, Tempo, and effects that change with OTS.
Playing Songs: The Song Mode
Entering Song Mode
How to select the Song mode to access pre-recorded and user songs.
Selecting Songs for Playback
Guide to choosing songs using the numeric keypad.
Song Playback Control
Starting and Stopping Song Playback
Instructions for starting, stopping, and changing songs.
Repeat Play Functionality
How to set start/end points for repeating song sections during practice.
Guide Function for Learning (PSR-230)
Selecting a Song and Guided Part
Choosing a song and specifying which part (melody/backing) to guide.
Activating and Using Guide Playback
How to start playback with guide lamps and mute the guided part with Minus One.
Minus One Function for Practice
Selecting Song Parts for Muting
Choosing which part (left, right, or both) to mute for practice.
Channel Specification for Minus One
Option to mute specific channels within the left/right parts.
Activating Minus One Playback
How to engage the Minus One function and start playback.
Song Mode Settings
SONG Sub Menu Parameters
Details on Song Name, Minus One Part, and channel settings.
Adjusting Song Volume
How to control the volume of songs independently.
One Touch Setting in Song Mode
Applying One Touch Setting to Songs
Using OTS to automatically select appropriate voices for songs.
Recording User Songs with Easy Chord Memory
Introduction to recording original chord progressions and backing tracks.
Real-time Song Recording
Preparing for Real-time Recording
Selecting user song, style, and entering Easy Chord Memory mode.
Executing Chord Sequence Recording
How to play chords to record the sequence and stop the recording.
Editing and Managing User Songs
Step Recording for Editing
Manually entering or editing chord changes step-by-step.
Clearing User Song Data
How to delete recorded User Songs to free up memory.
User Song Playback
How to play back recorded user songs, similar to other songs.
Music Cartridge Usage (PSR-230)
Inserting a Music Cartridge
Step-by-step guide for inserting a music cartridge into the slot.
Music Cartridge Handling Precautions
Important warnings regarding heat, shock, static electricity, and proper insertion.
Using Music Cartridges for Styles and Songs
Selecting Styles from a Cartridge
How to choose and play accompaniment Styles from a music cartridge.
Selecting Songs from a Cartridge
How to choose and play songs from a music cartridge.
MIDI Functions Overview
Understanding MIDI Basics
Introduction to MIDI, its purpose, and compatibility.
MIDI Terminals and Channels
Explanation of MIDI IN/OUT ports and channel communication.
MIDI Connectivity Scenarios
Connecting to MIDI Tone Generators/Keyboards
How to use the PortaTone with external MIDI devices for sound generation.
Integrating with Computers/Sequencers
Connecting the PortaTone to computers or sequencers for music production.
MIDI Sub Menu Settings
Remote Control and Keyboard Output
Settings for remote control and transmitting keyboard data.
MIDI Receive and Local Control
Configuring MIDI reception, switches, and local control for MIDI feedback.
External Clock Synchronization
Setting up the instrument to sync with external MIDI clocks.
Appendix: Data Management
Data Backup and Retained Settings
Information on settings retained in memory and those reset on power off.
Initialize Operation Procedure
How to restore the instrument to factory default settings.
Voice Reference Lists
Voice Polyphony Explanation
Details on the maximum number of notes playable simultaneously.
Panel Voice List
A comprehensive list of Panel Voices, their numbers, and polyphony usage.
GM Voice Reference List
GM Voice List Details
A list of General MIDI voices, their numbers, and properties.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
Sound and Power Issues
Addresses buzzing sounds, no sound, or strange sound outputs.
Accompaniment and Voice Functionality
Solutions for Auto Accompaniment, selected voice, or style/song playback problems.
MIDI and Connectivity Problems
Troubleshooting MIDI device communication and mode change issues.
MIDI Implementation Chart
MIDI Transmitted and Recognized Functions
Details on MIDI messages for channel, mode, note number, velocity, and pitch bend.
Control Change and Program Change Data
Mapping of MIDI control changes and program changes to instrument functions.
MIDI Implementation Details
PSR-220/230 MIDI Functionality
Explains remote control, MIDI channels, and data reception for the keyboard.
GM System Level 1 Compliance
Details on the keyboard's adherence to the General MIDI standard for voice allocation.
Technical Specifications
Keyboard, Display, and Voice Specifications
Details on keys, display type, voices, polyphony, and effects.
Style, Song, and Control Specifications
Information on styles, songs, modes, controls, and accessories.
Amplifier, Power, Dimensions, and Weight
Technical data on audio output, power consumption, physical size, and weight.
Limited Warranty Information
Warranty Coverage and Duration
Details on labor and parts coverage periods and conditions.
Consumer Responsibilities and Exclusions
Outlines user duties for service and conditions excluded from warranty.
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