PSR-E473, PSR-EW425 Owner’s Manual

Before using the instrument, be sure to read

“PRECAUTIONS” on pages 5 – 7.

1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT!

This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions

contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifica-

tions not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your author-

ity, granted by the FCC, to use the product.

2. IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to accessories

and/or another product use only high quality shielded cables.

Cable/s supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all

installation instructions. Failure to follow instructions could void

your FCC authorization to use this product in the USA.

3. NOTE: This product has been tested and found to comply

with the requirements listed in FCC Regulations, Part 15 for

Class “B” digital devices. Compliance with these requirements

provides a reasonable level of assurance that your use of this

product in a residential environment will not result in harmful

interference with other electronic devices. This equipment gen-

erates/uses radio frequencies and, if not installed and used

according to the instructions found in the users manual, may

cause interference harmful to the operation of other electronic

devices. Compliance with FCC regulations does not guarantee

that interference will not occur in all installations. If this product

is found to be the source of interference, which can be deter-

mined by turning the unit “OFF” and “ON”, please try to elimi-

nate the problem by using one of the following measures:

- Relocate either this product or the device that is being

affected by the interference.

- Utilize power outlets that are on different branch (circuit

breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line filter/s.

- In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient the

antenna. If the antenna lead-in is 300 ohm ribbon lead,

change the lead-in to co-axial type cable.

If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory

results, please contact the local retailer authorized to distribute

this type of product. If you cannot locate the appropriate

retailer, please contact Yamaha Corporation of America, 6600

Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, CA90620, USA.

The above statements apply ONLY to those products distrib-

uted by Yamaha Corporation of America or its subsidiaries.

* This applies only to products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America.

FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.)

(529-M04 FCC class B YCA 01)

COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT

(Supplier’s declaration of conformity procedure)

Responsible Party : Yamaha Corporation of America

Address : 6600 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, Calif. 90620

Telephone : 714-522-9011

Type of Equipment : Digital Keyboard

Model Name : PSR-E473, PSR-EW425

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and

2) this device must accept any interference received including interference that may

cause undesired operation.

* This applies only to products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America. (FCC SDoC)

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The model number, serial number, power require-

ments, etc., may be found on or near the name

plate, which is at the bottom of the unit. You should

note this serial number in the space provided below

and retain this manual as a permanent record of

your purchase to aid identification in the event of

theft.

Model No.

Serial No.

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Information for users on collection and disposal of old equipment and used batteries:

These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries

should not be mixed with general household waste.

For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in

accordance with your national legislation.

By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on

human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling.

For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries, please contact your local municipality, your waste disposal

service or the point of sale where you purchased the items.

For business users in the European Union:

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union:

These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask

for the correct method of disposal.

Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples):

This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by the EU Battery

Directive for the chemical involved.

PSR-E473, PSR-EW425 Owner’s Manual

For the AC adaptor

Explanation of Graphical Symbols

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol

within an equilateral triangle is intended to

alert the user to the presence of uninsulated

“dangerous voltage” within the product’s

enclosure that may be of sufficient magni-

tude to constitute a risk of electric shock to

persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral

triangle is intended to alert the user to the

presence of important operating and main-

tenance (servicing) instructions in the liter-

ature accompanying the product.

1 Read these instructions.

2 Keep these instructions.

3 Heed all warnings.

4 Follow all instructions.

5 Do not use this apparatus near water.

6 Clean only with dry cloth.

7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accor-

dance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,

heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including

amplifiers) that produce heat.

9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or

grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades

with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug

has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide

blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If

the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult

an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or

pinched particularly at plugs, convenience recepta-

cles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the

manufacturer.

12 Use only with the cart, stand, tri-

pod, bracket, or table specified

by the manufacturer, or sold with

the apparatus. When a cart is

used, use caution when moving

the cart/apparatus combination

to avoid injury from tip-over.

13 Unplug this apparatus during

lightning storms or when unused for long periods of

time.

14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Ser-

vicing is required when the apparatus has been dam-

aged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is

damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have

fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been

exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate nor-

mally, or has been dropped.

(UL60065_03)

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE

COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE

PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO

QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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PRECAUTIONS

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING

Please keep this manual in a safe and handy place for future reference.

WARNING

• This AC adaptor is designed for use with only Yamaha electronic

instruments. Do not use for any other purpose.

• Indoor use only. Do not use in any wet environments.

CAUTION

• When setting up, make sure that the AC outlet is easily

accessible. If some trouble or malfunction occurs, immediately

turn off the power switch of the instrument and disconnect the AC

adaptor from the outlet. When the AC adaptor is connected to the

AC outlet, keep in mind that electricity is flowing at the minimum

level, even if the power switch is turned off. When you are not

using the instrument for a long time, make sure to unplug the

power cord from the wall AC outlet.

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. These precautions include, but are not

limited to, the following:

• Do not place the power cord near heat sources such as heaters or

radiators. Also, do not excessively bend or otherwise damage the

cord, or place heavy objects on it.

• Only use the voltage specified as correct for the instrument. The

required voltage is printed on the name plate of the instrument.

• Use the specified adaptor (page 72) only. Using the wrong

adaptor can result in damage to the instrument or overheating.

• Use only the supplied power cord/plug.

• Check the electric plug periodically and remove any dirt or dust

which may have accumulated on it.

• This instrument contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not open

the instrument or attempt to disassemble or modify the internal

components in any way. If it should appear to be malfunctioning,

discontinue use immediately and have it inspected by qualified

Yamaha service personnel.

• Do not expose the instrument to rain, use it near water or in damp

or wet conditions, or place on it any containers (such as vases,

bottles or glasses) containing liquids which might spill into any

openings. If any liquid such as water seeps into the instrument,

turn off the power immediately and unplug the power cord from

the AC outlet. Then have the instrument inspected by qualified

Yamaha service personnel.

• Never insert or remove an electric plug with wet hands.

• Do not put burning items, such as candles, on the unit. A burning

item may fall over and cause a fire.

• Follow the precautions below. Failure to do so might result in

explosion, fire, overheating or battery fluid leakage.

- Do not tamper with or disassemble batteries.

- Do not dispose of batteries in fire.

- Do not attempt to recharge batteries that are not designed to be

charged.

- Keep the batteries separate from metallic objects such as

necklaces, hairpins, coins, and keys.

For the AC adaptor

For the instrument

Power supply/AC adaptor

Do not open

Water warning

Fire warning

Battery

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- Use the specified battery type (page 72) only.

- Use new batteries, all of which are the same type, same model,

and made by the same manufacturer.

- Always make sure all batteries are inserted in conformity with

the +/- polarity markings.

- When the batteries run out, or if the instrument is not to be

used for a long time, remove the batteries from the instrument.

- When using Ni-MH batteries, follow the instructions that came

with the batteries. Use only the specified charger device when

charging.

• Keep batteries away from small children who might accidentally

swallow them.

• If the batteries do leak, avoid contact with the leaked fluid. If the

battery fluid should come in contact with your eyes, mouth, or

skin, wash immediately with water and consult a doctor. Battery

fluid is corrosive and may possibly cause loss of sight or

chemical burns.

• When one of the following problems occur, immediately turn off

the power switch and disconnect the electric plug from the outlet.

(If you are using batteries, remove all batteries from the

instrument.) Then have the device inspected by Yamaha service

personnel.

- The power cord or plug becomes frayed or damaged.

- It emits unusual smells or smoke.

- Some object has been dropped into the instrument.

- There is a sudden loss of sound during use of the instrument.

- If any cracks or breakages exist on the instrument.

CAUTION

Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of physical injury to you or others,

or damage to the instrument or other property. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the

following:

• Do not connect the instrument to an electrical outlet using a

multiple-connector. Doing so can result in lower sound quality, or

possibly cause overheating in the outlet.

• When removing the electric plug from the instrument or an outlet,

always hold the plug itself and not the cord. Pulling by the cord

can damage it.

• Remove the electric plug from the outlet when the instrument is

not to be used for extended periods of time, or during electrical

storms.

• Do not place the instrument in an unstable position where it might

accidentally fall over.

• Before moving the instrument, remove all connected cables, to

prevent damage to the cables or injury to anyone who might trip

over them.

• When setting up the product, make sure that the AC outlet you are

using is easily accessible. If some trouble or malfunction occurs,

immediately turn off the power switch and disconnect the plug

from the outlet. Even when the power switch is turned off,

electricity is still flowing to the product at the minimum level.

When you are not using the product for a long time, make sure to

unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet.

• Use only the stand specified for the instrument. When attaching it,

use the provided screws only. Failure to do so could cause

damage to the internal components or result in the instrument

falling over.

• 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.

• Never insert or drop paper, metallic, or other objects into the gaps

on the panel or keyboard. This could cause physical injury to you

or others, damage to the instrument or other property, or

operational failure.

• Do not rest your weight on, or place heavy objects on the

instrument, and do not use excessive force on the buttons,

switches or connectors.

• Do not use the instrument/device or headphones for a long period

of time at a high or uncomfortable volume level, since this can

cause permanent hearing loss. If you experience any hearing loss

or ringing in the ears, consult a physician.

If you notice any abnormality

Power supply/AC adaptor

Location

Connections

Handling

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- Always turn the power off when the instrument is not in use.

- Even when the [ ] (Standby/On) switch is in standby status (display is off), electricity is still flowing to the instrument at the minimum level.

When you are not using the instrument for a long time, make sure you unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet.

- Make sure to discard used batteries according to local regulations.

NOTICE

To avoid the possibility of malfunction/ damage

to the product, damage to data, or damage to

other property, follow the notices below.

 Handling

• 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.

When you use the instrument along with an app on your

smart device such as a smartphone or tablet, we

recommend that you set to on after enabling “Airplane

Mode” on that device in order to avoid noise caused by

communication.

• Depending on the condition of surrounding radio waves,

the instrument may possiblymalfunction.

• Do not expose the instrument to excessive dust or

vibrations, or extreme cold or heat (such as in direct

sunlight, near a heater, or in a car during the day) to

prevent the possibility of disfiguration, damage to the

internal components or unstable operation. (Verified

operating temperature range: 5° – 40°C, or 41° – 104°F.)

• Do not place vinyl, plastic or rubber objects on the

instrument, since this might discolor the instrument.

• Do not press the LCD screen with your finger because it

is a sensitive, precision-made part. Doing so might cause

an appearance abnormality, such as a stripe on the LCD,

although this abnormality should disappear again within

a short time.

 Maintenance

• When cleaning the instrument, use a soft and dry/slightly

damp cloth. Do not use paint thinners, solvents, alcohol,

cleaning fluids, or chemical-impregnated wiping cloths.

 Saving data

• Some of the data of this instrument (page 68) are retained

when the power is turned off. However, the saved data

may be lost due to some failure, an operation mistake,

etc. Save your important data onto USB flash drive/an

external device such as a computer (page 59). Before

using a USB flash drive, make sure to refer to page 56.

• To protect against data loss through USB flash drive

damage, we recommend that you save your important

data onto spare USB flash drive or an external device

such as a computer as backup data.

Information

 About copyrights

• Copying of the commercially available musical data

including but not limited to MIDI data and/or audio data

is strictly prohibited except for your personal use.

• This product incorporates and bundles contents in which

Yamaha owns copyrights or with respect to which

Yamaha has license to use others' copyrights. Due to

allowed to distribute media in which these contents are

saved or recorded and remain virtually the same or very

similar to those in the product.

* The contents described above include a computer

program, Accompaniment Style data, MIDI data, WAVE

data, voice recording data, a score, score data, etc.

* You are allowed to distribute medium in which your

performance or music production using these contents

is recorded, and the permission of Yamaha Corporation

is not required in such cases.

 About functions/data bundled with the

instrument

• Some of the preset songs have been edited for length or

arrangement, and may not be exactly the same as the

original.

 About the appearance of this product

• This product may appear to have lines or scratches on the

surface.The apparent lines or scratches are called “weld

lines.” They occur during the process of modeling the

case and do not affect thefunctionality of the product.

 About this manual

• The illustrations and LCD screens as shown in this

manual are for instructional purposes only.

• Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft®

Corporation in the United States and other countries.

• iPhone, iPad are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in

the U.S. and other countries.

• The company names and product names in this manual

are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their

respective companies.

Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use or modifications to the instrument, or data that is lost or destroyed.

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Special Features ............................................................... 9

Compatible Format and Functions ........................... 10

Included Accessories ............................................... 10

About the Manuals ................................................... 11

Panel Controls and Terminals 12

Setting Up 16

Power Requirements....................................................... 16

Turning the Power On/Off ............................................... 18

Using a Keyboard Stand ................................................. 19

Basic Operations and Display Items 20

Basic operations....................................................... 20

Selecting Data................................................................. 21

Display Items............................................................ 22

Using the Common Functions 23

Using the Metronome...................................................... 23

Changing the Tempo....................................................... 23

Boosting the Entire Volume of the Instrument (Mega Boost)

.... 23

Playing a Variety of Instrument Voices 24

Selecting a Main Voice.................................................... 24

Adding a layer - Dual Voice............................................. 24

Playing a Split Voice in the Left-and Right-hand Areas... 25

Calling Up Optimum Panel Settings—One Touch Setting (OTS)

... 25

Adding Harmony/Using Arpeggio .................................... 26

Adding Articulation Effects .............................................. 27

Adding Effects to Performance and Playback

Adding DSP Effects......................................................... 28

Adding Motion Effects ..................................................... 29

Creating Original Sounds via the Knobs 30

Assigning Functions to the Knobs................................... 30

Using the Knobs.............................................................. 30

Playing with Rhythm and Auto Accompaniment (Styles)

Playing with Styles .......................................................... 31

Style Playback Variations................................................ 32

Style Sync Stop............................................................... 32

Turning Each Style Track On/Off .................................... 32

Setting the Fingering Type .............................................. 33

Setting the Smart Chord Key........................................... 33

Changing the Voices for Each Part of a Style (Style Revoicing)

.... 33

Playing Back Songs or Audio Files 34

Playing Back a Demo Song............................................. 35

Playing Back a Song ....................................................... 35

Playing Back an Audio File.............................................. 36

Song/Audio File Transport Controls: Fast Forward,

Fast Reverse, and Pause ........................................... 36

Playing a Specified Section of a Song Repeatedly (A-B Repeat)

.. 37

Muting Each Track .......................................................... 37

Connecting and Using a Microphone 38

Connecting a Microphone ............................................... 38

Disconnecting the Microphone ........................................ 39

Playing with Groove Creator 40

Playing Back a Groove ....................................................40

Changing the Groove Sound ...........................................40

Using Quick Sampling 42

Playing Back a Sample....................................................42

Looping a Sample............................................................42

Getting Ready for Sampling.............................................43

Sampling External Audio .................................................43

Restoring the Default Samples ........................................45

Sampling a WAV File from a USB Flash Drive ................45

Saving a Sample to a USB Flash Drive ...........................45

Recording Your Performance 46

Recording a New User Song ...........................................46

Track Structure of a Song................................................47

Recording a User Song to a Specified Track...................47

Clearing a User Song (Song Clear) .................................48

Clearing a Specified Track from a User Song (Track Clear)

.....49

Recording/Saving Audio Files to a USB Flash Drive .......49

Saving Your Favorite Settings (Registration Memory)

Saving Panel Settings to the Registration Memory .........51

Recalling Panel Settings from Registration Memory .......52

Specifying Panel Settings to be Maintained

Across Registration Memory Changes (Freeze) .........52

Connecting to External Devices 53

Connecting Headphones .................................................53

Using a Pedal (Footswitch)..............................................53

Playing Sound from External Speakers ...........................53

Playing an External Audio Device with the Built-in Speakers

....54

Using the Melody Suppressor..........................................54

Using with a Computer or Smart Device..........................54

Connecting a USB Flash Drive 56

Using USB Flash Drives ..................................................57

Exiting the File Control Display........................................58

Formatting a USB Flash Drive .........................................58

Saving Data to a USB Flash Drive...................................59

Loading User Data from a USB Flash Drive ....................59

Deleting Data in a USB Flash Drive.................................59

File-related Message List.................................................60

The Functions 61

Basic Procedure in the Function Display .........................61

Backup and Initialization 68

Backup Data ....................................................................68

Initializing the Instrument.................................................68

Troubleshooting 69

Specifications 71

Index 73

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PSR-E473, PSR-EW425 Owner’s Manual

Special Features

With 820 types of Voices and 290 types of

Styles (automatic accompaniment), you can

play with sounds that match the music you

want to play (pages 24 and 31). Moreover,

you can intuitively select Voices and Styles

by category, such as instrument type and

music genre—making it exceptionally easy

to set up for performing (page 21).

Authentically recreate the special perfor-

mance techniques unique to each instru-

ment by using S.Art Lite Voices (page 27).

Enhance the sound with various DSP Effects

(page 28), and apply dynamically changing

effects (Motion Effects) with the touch of a sin-

gle button to add exciting changes to the

sound (page 29).

Four simple and intuitive sampling pads

give you powerful tools to spice up your per-

formances (page 42). You can record sound

on the pad with the sampling function and

play it back in a loop.

Enjoy fingertip control over all the dynamic

nuances of your performance with the touch-

response capable keyboard (page 62).

Use the knobs for real-time control over filter

sweeps, distortion, and reverb as you per-

form (page 30).

Use the wheel for expressively detailed and

dynamic pitch-bending in real time as you

play (page 15).

Connect a USB flash drive to record audio

(page 46), save your original Songs, etc.

(page 56).

Connect this instrument to a computer for

audio and MIDI communication, and for

backing up internal data (page 54).

Use the convenient OUTPUT jacks to output

the sound to external speakers or a mixer,

for playing onstage and in live performance

venues (page 53).

For PSR-EW425 only

The large 76-key keyboard gives you greater

performance flexibility, even when playing

with both hands with the Split function (page

25).

Incredibly realistic organ Voices let you play

various organ sounds and give you full use

of the wide key range of this instrument.

For PSR-E473 and PSR-EW425

Next Generation Sound

Thanks to the latest tone generator,

the expressive power is enhanced,

giving you strong, dynamic sound

and presence in just a single instru-

ment. The maximum polyphony is

64 sounds, and two DSP Effect sys-

tems are built in: DSP1 for the main

sound and DSP2 which can be

assigned to specific parts (page

28). Furthermore, you can use the

delay effect with both DSP1 and

DSP2.

Mega Boost Function

By pressing the [MEGA BOOST]

button, you can increase the volume

by up to + 6 dB, with special pro-

cessing separate from the normal

volume control (page 23).

Just with this single instrument, you

can get a powerfully dynamic

sound—even without connecting

external speakers.

Mic Input

Since this instrument has a built-in

microphone input terminal and can

be battery-powered (page 16), you

can perform with a microphone

even when there is no electrical out-

let. You can also apply effects such

as Reverb and Chorus to the mic

input, or switch to the talk settings

for making announcements

between songs (page 38).

PSR-E473, PSR-EW425 Owner’s Manual

Thank you for purchasing this Yamaha Digital Keyboard!

The instrument is a portable keyboard with featuring a wide variety of sounds and functions.

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.

Included Accessories

• Owner’s Manual (this book) x 1

• Music rest x 1

• AC adaptor x 1*

• Online Member Product Registration x 1

* May not be included depending on your area. Check with your Yamaha dealer.

Compatible Format and Functions

GM System Level 1

“GM System Level 1” is an addition to the MIDI standard which ensures that any GM-com-

patible music data can be accurately played by any GM-compatible tone generator,

regardless of manufacturer. The GM mark is affixed to all software and hardware products

that support GM System Level.

XGlite

As its name implies, “XGlite” is a simplified version of Yamaha’s high-quality XG tone gen-

eration format. Naturally, you can play back any XG song data using an XGlite tone gener-

ator. However, keep in mind that some songs may play back differently compared to the

original data, due to the reduced set of control parameters and effects.

USB

USB is an abbreviation for Universal Serial Bus. It is a serial interface for connecting a

computer with peripheral devices.

STYLE FILE FORMAT (SFF)

The Style File Format is Yamaha’s original style file format which uses a unique conversion

system to provide high-quality automatic accompaniment based on a wide range of chord

types.

Insert the music rest

into the slots as shown.

Attaching the Music Rest

PSR-E473, PSR-EW425 Owner’s Manual

About the Manuals

This instrument has the following documents and instructional materials.

 Included Documents

• Owner's Manual (this book)

Explains how to use the basic functions of the instrument.

 Online Materials (Downloadable from the web)

• Reference Manual

Explains how to make detailed settings for the functions of the instrument.

• Data List

Contains preset content lists, such as those of Voices, Styles, Grooves and Effects.

• Smart Device Connection Manual

Explains how to connect the instrument to smart devices, such as smartphones, tablets, etc.

• Computer-related Operations

Contains instructions such as how to connect this instrument to a computer, how to send and receive data,

etc.

To obtain these manuals, access the Yamaha Downloads, and then enter the model name for searching the

desired files.

 Video Manual

Special video manuals are available that explain how to use this product, letting you see and hear how to enjoy

playing with Styles and other features.

Scan the code at left or access the website below.

https://www.yamaha.com/2/portable_keyboards/

*If subtitles for your own language are not displayed, set them with the "Subtitles/closed captions ©" and "Set-

tings" button at the lower right on the YouTube screen.

Yamaha Downloads https://download.yamaha.com/

For a general overview of MIDI and how you can effectively use it, search for “MIDI Basics” (only in English, German, French

and Spanish) on the website above.

 Song book

To obtain the Song Book, access the Yamaha Downloads above, and then enter the model name on the

“Documents and Data” page.

Song Book (only in English, French, German, Spanish and Japanese)

Contains music scores for the preset Songs (excluding the Demo Songs) of this instrument

and the optional Songs.

NOTE

"Subtitles/closed captions(c)" button (Switches the subtitle display on/off.)

"Settings" button (Sets language of the subtitles, etc.)

PSR-E473, PSR-EW425 Owner’s Manual

 Front Panel

• The illustrations and displays as shown in this manual are based on the PSR-E473.

• Please note that the PSR-E473 and PSR-EW425 have different numbers of keys: the PSR-E473 has 61 keys, and

the PSR-EW425 has 76 keys.

NOTE

Panel Controls and Terminals

ADEFG

Display (page 22)

As illustrated, each note of the keyboard has a specific note number and name (e.g., 036/C1), which is used in making various

settings, such as Split Point (page 62).

q [ ] (Standby/On) switch .......................... page 18

Turns on the instrument’s power or sets to standby.

w [MASTER VOLUME] control ..................... page 18

Adjusts the overall volume.

e [ARTICULATION] button............................ page 27

Recreates the characteristic performance techniques

for specific instruments when you play the keyboard

while pressing this button.

About the button names in

(SHIFT function)

While holding down the [SHIFT] button, press the

button to call up the function name in the box.

For example, while holding down the [SHIFT] but-

ton, press the [MIC VOCAL/TALK/MUTE] button

to call up the display.

Press and hold

036

(C1)

048

(C2)

060

(C3)

072

(C4)

084

(C5)

096

(C6)

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r [MIC VOCAL/TALK/MUTE] button............ page 38

Switches the microphone type (VOCAL/TALK/

MUTE).

: Calls up the Mic volume setting dis-

play.

t [MOTION EFFECT] button ......................... page 29

Holding down this button adds various dynamic

effects to the sound in real time.

: Calls up the Motion Effect type selection dis-

play.

y [KNOB ASSIGN] button, [A]/[B] knobs

......................................................................... page 30

Assigns a function to each knob for controlling the

sound in real time.

u [SPLIT] button .............................................. page 25

Divides the entire keyboard into two sections, and

lets you play in different Voices by your right and left

hands.

: Calls up the Voice selection display for

the left-hand part.

i [DUAL] button............................................... page 24

Layers two different Voices.

: Calls up the Voice selection display for

the layered part.

o [HARMONY/ARPEGGIO] button .............. page 26

Turns the Harmony effect or Arpeggio function on or

off.

: Calls up the Harmony type or Arpeggio type

selection display.

!0 [DSP2] button............................................... page 28

Turns the DSP2 effect on or off.

: Calls up the DSP2 type selection display.

!1 [DEMO] button ............................................. page 35

Plays back Demo Songs repeatedly.

: Calls up the Song group (Demo group) setting

display to play back the Songs repeatedly.

!2 [METRONOME] button ............................... page 23

Turns the metronome on or off.

: Calls up the time signature setting

display for metronome playback.

!3 [TEMPO/TAP] button .................................. page 23

Calls up the tempo setting display.

!4 [REC] button ................................................. page 46

Records your performance to the instrument in MIDI

format.

: Records your performance to the USB

flash drive in Audio format (page 49).

!5 OCTAVE [−][+] buttons

Shifts the pitch of the Main Voice and Dual Voice up

or down in octave units.

: Transposes the pitch of the entire

instrument in semitone steps.

!6 [SHIFT] button.............................................. page 12

Holding down this button lets you call up alternate

functions for panel buttons that have assigned alter-

nate functions.

LIVE CONTROL

SOUND CONTROL

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!7 [VOICE] button ............................................. page 24

Press this button to select Voices.

: Calls up the optimum panel settings for the cur-

rent Song, Style or Groove.

!8 [STYLE] buttons........................................... page 31

Press this button to select Styles.

!9 [SONG/AUDIO] buttons.............................. page 34

Press this button to use the Song or Audio function.

@0 [GROOVE CREATOR] buttons.................. page 40

Press this button to use the Groove Creator function.

@1 Dial .................................................................. page 21

For changing the item or value.

@2 Category/Number input buttons, [EXIT] button,

[ENTER] button ............................................ page 21

For selecting the desired Voice or Style by category.

Also for selecting the desired data by inputting num-

bers when NUM LOCK is turned on. In the other

cases, the buttons in the lowest row are used as

[EXIT] and [ENTER] buttons.

@3 [FUNCTION] button ..................................... page 61

Calls up the Function Setting display.

: Calls up the File Control (USB flash

drive operation) display (page 57).

@4 [PORTABLE GRAND] button

Calls up the Grand Piano Voice.

: Enables the buttons @2 to be used as

number input buttons (page 21).

@5 [MEGA BOOST] button............................... page 23

Boosts the entire volume of the instrument for more

powerful sound.

: Calls up the Master EQ type selec-

tion display.

@6 − #1 Playback control buttons

Controls playback of Style, Song/Audio, or Groove,

depending on which lamp is lit.

• When the [STYLE] lamp is lit.................... page 31

• When the [SONG/AUDIO] lamp is lit........ page 34

• When the [GROOVE CREATOR] lamp is lit

................................................................... page 40

: Calls up the Split Point setting display.

#2 − #7 [TRACK CONTROL] buttons

Turns the track of the Style, Song/Audio, or Groove

on or off, depending on which lamp is lit.

• When the [STYLE] lamp is lit.................... page 32

• When the [SONG/AUDIO] lamp is lit........ page 37

• When the [GROOVE CREATOR] lamp is lit

................................................................... page 40

: Clears (or delete) the data of the corre-

sponding track for the current User Song

(page 49).

#8 − $2 [REGISTRATION MEMORY] buttons

......................................................................... page 51

For saving the panel settings (page 15) or calling up

the saved settings.

@4 @5

@7 @8 @9

#1#0

#2 #3 #4 #5 #6

#8 #9

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$3 − $6 [A] − [D] pads....................................... page 42

Plays back the sample assigned to each pad.

$7 [LOOP HOLD] button .................................. page 42

While holding down this button, pressing one of the

[A] − [D] pads plays the selected sample repeatedly

in a loop.

: Stops playback of all samples.

$8 [CAPTURE] button ...................................... page 43

Enters the Quick Sampling mode.

$9 [PITCH BEND] wheel

Bends the pitch of the keyboard-played sound up or

down by moving this upward or downward.

 Rear Panel

%0 [SUSTAIN] jack............................................. page 53

For connecting a separately sold footswitch.

%1 OUTPUT [L/L+R], [R] jacks ....................... page 53

For connecting powered speakers.

%2 [PHONES] jack ............................................. page 53

For connecting headphones.

%3 [MIC INPUT] jack.......................................... page 38

For connecting a microphone.

%4 [GAIN] knob .................................................. page 38

For adjusting the input level of the connected micro-

phone.

%5 [AUX IN] jack ................................................ page 54

For connecting an audio player.

%6 [USB TO DEVICE] terminal ....................... page 56

For connecting a USB flash drive.

%7 [USB TO HOST] terminal ........................... page 54

For connecting a computer or a smart device.

%8 DC IN jack...................................................... page 16

For connecting the AC adaptor.

QUICK SAMPLING

$8$4 $5 $6

Panel Settings

By using the controls on the panel, you can make various

settings as described here. These settings of the instru-

ment are together referred to as “panel settings” in this

manual.

%0 %2 %3 %7 %8 %8%6%5%4%1

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Setting Up

Although the instrument will run either from an AC

adaptor or batteries, Yamaha recommends use of an

AC adaptor whenever possible.

Using an AC Adaptor

Connect the AC adaptor in the order shown in the

illustration.

Using Batteries

This instrument requires the following batteries:

• PSR-E473: Six “AA” size alkaline (LR6), manganese

(R6), or Ni-MH rechargeable (HR6) batteries.

• PSR-EW425: Six “D” size alkaline (LR20), manga-

nese (R20) or Ni-MH rechargeable (HR20) bat-

teries.

The Alkaline batteries or rechargeable Ni-MH batter-

ies are recommended for the instrument, since other

types may result in poorer battery performance.

1 Make sure that the power of the instrument is off.

2 Open the battery compartment cover located on

the instrument’s bottom panel.

Power Requirements

You should use an AC adaptor when executing USB flash

drive operations, since battery power may not be reliable

enough to last through these crucial operations.

• Use the specified AC adaptor (page 72) only. Using the

wrong AC adaptor can result in damage to the instrument

or overheating.

• When using the AC adaptor with a removable plug, make

sure to keep the plug attached to the AC adaptor. Using the

plug alone can cause electric shock or fire.

• Never touch the inner metallic section when attaching the

plug to avoid electric shock, short circuit, or damage. Also

be careful that there is no dust between the AC adaptor

and plug.

NOTICE

AC outlet

adaptor

DC IN jack

(page 15)

PSR-EW425

PSR-E473

DC IN jack

(page 15)

AC outlet

Power cord

adaptor

The shape of the plug may differ

depending on your area.

WARNING

When setting up the product, make sure that the AC outlet

you are using is easily accessible. If some trouble or mal-

function occurs, immediately turn the power off and discon-

nect the plug from the outlet.

When disconnecting the AC adaptor, follow this procedure in

reverse order.

When using Ni-MH batteries, follow the instructions that

came with the batteries.

Slide the plug as

indicated.

Plug

The shape of the plug may differ

depending on your area.

CAUTION

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3 Insert the six new batteries, putting them in the

correct direction according to the illustration.

4 Replace the compartment cover, making sure

that it locks firmly in place.

5 Change the battery type settings, according to

the type you are using (see below).

 Setting the battery type

You need to change the battery type setting on this

instrument, depending on the battery type to be

used. To change the setting, first turn on the power

to the instrument, then choose the battery type you

would like to use. Alkaline (and manganese) batter-

ies are chosen by default. For details, refer to page

67 (Function 081).

 Checking the power status

You can check on the screen whether the battery or

the AC adaptor is used as the power source. If bat-

teries are used, you can check the remaining capac-

ity.

: The batteries are used.

No display: The AC adaptor is used.

Remaining battery power indication

• Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor with batter-

ies installed may turn the power off, resulting in loss of

data being recorded or transferred at the time.

• When battery power becomes too low for proper opera-

tion, the volume may be reduced, the sound may be dis-

torted, and other problems may occur. When this happens,

make sure to replace all batteries with new ones or already

recharged ones.

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PSR-E473

NOTICE

• This instrument cannot charge the batteries. Use only the

specified charger device when charging.

• Power will be automatically drawn from the AC adaptor if an

AC adaptor is connected, even while batteries are installed in

the instrument.

Failure to set the battery type may shorten the amount of the

battery life. Make sure to set the battery type correctly.

The battery icon does not appear even when batteries are

inserted if the AC adaptor is plugged in to the AC outlet.

Indicates that no power left. The power will

be turned off immediately.

Indicates that remaining power is insufficient

for operation. Before the power runs out,

replace all the batteries with new ones, or

fully recharged ones (when using recharge-

able types). Note that the instrument may

not work properly, including unusually soft

volume and poor sound quality when

remaining power becomes low.

Indicates that the remaining power is suffi-

cient.

NOTE

NOTICE

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1 Turn down the [MASTER VOLUME] control to

“MIN.”

2 Press the [ ] (Standby/On) switch to turn the

power on.

3 Adjust the volume of the entire keyboard sound

by using the [MASTER VOLUME] control while

playing the keyboard.

4 Press and hold the [ ] (Standby/On) switch for

about a second to turn the power off.

Setting the Auto Power Off Function

To prevent unnecessary power consumption, this

instrument features an Auto Power Off function that

automatically turns the power off if the instrument is

not operated for a specified period of time. The

amount of time that elapses before the power is

automatically turned off is 30 minutes by default;

however, you can change the setting (page 67,

Function 080).

 Disabling Auto Power Off (simple method)

Turn the power on while holding down the lowest key

on the keyboard. This starts the instrument with the

Auto Power Off function disabled.

Turning the Power On/Off

Do not use the instrument for a long period of time at a

high or uncomfortable volume level, since this can

cause permanent hearing loss.

Even when the power is off, a small amount of electric-

ity is still being consumed by the instrument. When you

are not using the instrument for a long time, make sure

to unplug the AC adaptor from the wall AC outlet.

Press only the [ ] (Standby/On) switch when turning the

power on. Do not any other operations such as pressing

keys, buttons, or the pedal. Doing so may cause the instru-

ment to malfunction.

CAUTION

NOTICE

In order to protect the devices from damage, when the

instrument is not operated for a specified period of time

while connected to an external device such as an amplifier,

speaker or computer, make sure to turn off the power to the

instrument and the connected devices following the instruc-

tions in the Owner’s Manual. If you do not want the power to

turn off automatically when a device is connected, disable

Auto Power Off.

• Generally, the data and settings are maintained even when

the power is turned off. For details, see page 68.

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PSR-E473

The lowest key

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The following keyboard stands (sold separately) can

be used.

• PSR-E473: L-2C

• PSR-EW425: L-6

When using the L-6 Keyboard Stand

(PSR-EW425)

The exterior size of PSR-EW425 exceeds the limits

as described in the L-6 Assembly Instructions. How-

ever, we have determined through tests that the

stand can be safely used for the instrument. When

setting the instrument, place it on the center of the

stand as shown in the illustration.

Using a Keyboard Stand

Do not place the instrument in an unstable position where it

might accidentally slip down. This could cause physical

injury to you or others, as well as damage to the instrument

or other property.

Place the instrument so

that the left and right parts

of the stand are inside the

protrusions on the bottom

panel of the instrument.

Make sure that the bottom of the instru-

ment firmly rests on the stoppers.

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Basic Operations and Display Items

Basic operations

This instrument features four basic functions: Voice, Style, Song/Audio and Groove Creator. To use this instru-

ment, select a basic function first, and then select the desired data to use for your performance.

1 Select the desired function by pressing

one of the [VOICE], [SONG/AUDIO],

[GROOVE CREATOR], and [STYLE] but-

tons.

When you select a basic function, the current set-

ting value for the selected function will be shown.

2 Select the desired data (Voice, Style,

Song/Audio or Groove).

The data can be selected by one of the following

methods.

• By using the dial

• By selecting a category (only for Voices

and Styles)

• By inputting the number directly

For details on each operation, refer to “Selecting

Data” on page 21.

3 Press the [START/STOP] to start play-

back of Style, Song, Audio or Groove.

4 Play the keyboard with the selected

Voic e .

3 Start playback.

2 Select data to use.1 Select a basic function.

4 Play the keyboard.

Only one of the Style, Song/Audio, Groove Creator function

can be used. The lamp (located beside the TRACK CON-

TROL buttons) of the currently selected function lights up.

NOTE

Press the [START/STOP] button again to stop playback.

You can also use the One Touch Setting (OTS) function

(page 25) to call up the optimum panel settings (Voice,

tempo, etc.) for selected Song, Style, or Groove.

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You can select data (Voice, Style, etc.) by using the

dial, category button or number input buttons.

By using the dial

Rotate the dial clockwise to increase the number, or

counterclockwise to decrease the number.

By selecting a category (only for Voices and

Styles)

The category names for Voices are in the upper row,

and category names for Styles are in the lower row.

Pressing the same category button repeatedly

selects the successive Voices or Styles in the cate-

gory in order.

By inputting the number directly

Input the number directly pressing the number input

buttons by referring to the Data List on the website

(page 11). You can also use the [+], [−] buttons to

increase or decrease the number.

Selecting Data

In most procedures described throughout this manual, the

dial is used for selecting items or changing values. Note

however, that in most cases in which the dial can be used

to change values, the number input buttons can also be

used.

• To select a Voice or Style by this method, you need to

turn on NUM LOCK. For details, see “Number Input On/

Off” at the right column.

• Holding down the [+] or [−] button can continuously

increase or decrease the number in the corresponding

direction. Pressing both buttons simultaneously restores

the default setting.

IncreaseDecrease

NOTE

Voice

category

Numbers [+], [−] buttons

NOTE

Number Input mode On/Off (Only for Voices and

Styles)

To input numbers when selecting Voices or Styles, you

need to turn on NUM LOCK to change the category but-

tons to the number input buttons.

While holding down the [SHIFT] button, press the [POR-

TABLE GRAND] button to enable the number input mode

and turn on the indication in the display.

Doing the same operation again exit from the number

input mode and turns off the indication.

The number input mode cannot be used when selecting

Song, Audio, or Groove.

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Display Items

The display shows the current instrument settings, such as Voice, Style, Song, Audio and Groove.

Indicates the battery status and the USB flash drive status.

Battery status (page 17)

USB flash drive connection status (page 57)

Appears while playing back or recording an Audio

file (page 49)

Indicates the on/off status of each function.

Microphone (page 38)

DSP effect (page 28)

Mega Boost (page 23)

Melody Suppressor (page 54)

Touch Response (page 62)

Scale Tune (page 65)

Split (page 25)

Dual (page 24)

Harmony (page 26)

Arpeggio (page 26)

Indicates the current contents, number, and setting value,

etc. Each indication at right or left shows the following sta-

tus.

S.Art Lite Voice is selected (page 27)

Numbering input is effective (page 21)

Indicates the specific content to which the

current number and name shown belongs.

For example, when a Voice is selected,

“VOICE” appears.

Indicates the playback or recording status including the

detected chord and tempo. While in the Function Setting

(page 61), the function number is shown.

The chord played in the Auto Accom-

paniment area (page 31), or the chord

specified by the Song playback

•While in the Function Setting: func-

tion number (page 61)

•During Song/Groove playback: mea-

sure number

Beat

While recording or in recording

standby (page 46)

Tempo (page 23)

A-B repeat (page 37) is on

Auto Accompaniment (page 31) is on

Synchro Stop (page 32) is on

Indicates the settings for each function.

Motion Effect type (page 29)

Function number for the LIVE CON-

TROL knobs (page 30)

Octave Shift status (page 62) for the

Main Voice

On/off status of each track for the cur-

rent Song/Style/Groove (pages 32, 37,

40)

Registration Memory status (page 51)

•Bank number

•Memory numbers which contain the

data

•Freeze on/off

Indicates which key you’ve pressed.

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Using the Common Functions

This section explains about the common operations for each basic function, and the func-

tions that affect the entire instrument.

The metronome can be used for effective practice.

Press the [METRONOME] button to start

the metronome.

Press the [METRONOME] button again to

stop the metronome.

Adjusting the Metronome Volume

The volume can be adjusted in the Function Setting

(page 65, Function 061).

Setting the Time Signature

The Time Signature can be set in the Function Set-

ting (page 65, Functions 059, 060). For details, refer

to the Reference Manual on the website (page 11).

The tempo of the Metronome, Style (page 31), Song

(page 34) and Groove (page 40) can be changed.

Press the [TEMPO/TAP] button to call up

“Tempo” in the display.

The current tempo value appears.

Rotate the dial to change the tempo.

Press the [VOICE] button to exit from the

Tempo display.

You can also exit from the Tempo display by

pressing one of the buttons below.

• GROOVE CREATOR] button

• SONG/AUDIO] button

• [STYLE] button

Using the Tap Tempo Function

During playback of a Style or Song, you can change

the tempo by tapping the [TEMPO/TAP] button twice

at the desired tempo. When Style and Song are

stopped, tapping the [TEMPO/TAP] button (four

times for a 4/4 time signature) starts playback of the

rhythm part of the Style at the tempo you tapped.

The Mega Boost function increases the volume of

the instrument by up to about 6dB, allowing you to

enjoy a more powerful performance without having to

connect external speakers. The level changes in the

following order each time you press the [MEGA

BOOST] button.

Increase in volume (by approx. +3dB)

Maximum increase in volume (by

approx. +6dB)

(No indication): Mega Boost off

Using the Metronome

Changing the Tempo

Tempo

090

Current tempo

Boosting the Entire Volume of

the Instrument (Mega Boost)

• If you use the microphone when the Mega Boost function

is on, acoustic feedback may occur. If this happens, try

resolving the problem by:

- Turning down the microphone volume.

- Turning down the Mega Boost level.

- Turning off the Mega Boost function.

• When the Mega Boost function is turned on, the sound

may be distorted depending on the selected Voice or Style.

• When a set of headphones is connected, the Mega Boost

function is turned off automatically.

• The Mega Boost function is effective not only for the built-in

speaker but also for the output from the OUTPUT [L/L+R], [R]

jacks.

Appears when the Mega

Boost function is on.

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Playing a Variety of Instrument Voices

This instrument features various instrumental Voices including piano. Not only can you

play just one single Voice (Main Voice), but you can also layer a different Voice (Dual Voice)

with the Main Voice, or play a different Voice (Split Voice) in the left-hand area of the key-

board from the right-hand area.

Press the [VOICE] button.

The Voice number and name will be shown.

For a list of available Voices, refer to the Data List

on the website (page 11).

Use the category buttons or the dial to

select the desired Voice. (Refer to page

21.)

Play the keyboard.

In addition to the Main Voice, you can layer a sec-

ond, different Voice over the entire keyboard as a

“Dual Voice.”

Press the [DUAL] button to turn on the

layer.

Although turning on Dual will select a Dual Voice

suitable for the current Main Voice, you can also

select a different Dual Voice.

Play the keyboard.

Press the [DUAL] button again to turn the layer

off.

Changing a Dual Voice

While holding down the [SHIFT] button, press the

[DUAL] button to call up the “D.Voice” setting (page

62, Function 015).

Selecting a Main Voice

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Voice number

Appears

when the

Voice selec-

tion display is

selected.

Flute

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Adding a layer - Dual Voice

Appears when

the layer is on.

Two Voices will sound

at the same time.

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By dividing the keyboard into two separate areas as

shown in the figure below, you can play different

Voices in the left hand and right hand areas.

The Voice that is played in the left-hand area is called

a “Split Voice.”

Press the [SPLIT] button to turn Split on.

The keyboard is divided into left- and right-hand

areas at the Split Point. You can play a Split Voice

in the left-hand area while playing a Main Voice

and Dual Voice in the right hand area of the key-

board.

The Split Voice and the Split Point can be

changed as desired.

Play the keyboard.

Press the [SPLIT] button again to turn Split off.

Changing a Split Voice

While holding down the [SHIFT] button, press the

[SPLIT] button. The “S.Voice” setting (page 63, Func-

tion 025) appears. Rotate the dial to change the

voice.

Changing the Split Point

Press the [STYLE] button, and then hold down the

[SHIFT] button while pressing the [SPLIT] button.

The “SplitPnt” setting (page 62, Function 004)

appears. Rotate the dial to change the setting.

Adjusting the Volume of a Split Voice

Adjust the Function Settings (page 63, Function 026).

You can call up the optimum panel settings (Voice,

tempo, etc.) for the currently selected Song, Style, or

Groove.

To do so, press the [SONG/AUDIO], [STYLE], or

[GROOVE CREATOR] button, and then select Voice

number 000 “OTS” (page 24). (Or, alternately, hold

down the [SHIFT] button and press the [VOICE] but-

ton.)

Preset Voice Types

Playing a Split Voice in the Left-

and Right-hand Areas

Split Voice

Main Voice (and Dual Voice)

Split Point ... default value: 054 (F

#2)

036

(C1)

048

(C2)

060

(C3)

072

(C4)

084

(C5)

096

(C6)

Appears when

Split is on.

Calling Up Optimum Panel Set-

tings—One Touch Setting (OTS)

001–294 Instrument Voices.

295–322

(Drum/SFX

Kit)

Various drum/percussion or SFX sounds

are assigned to individual keys. For details

on assigning instruments to keys, refer to

the “Drum/SFX Kit List” in the Data List on

the website (page 11).

323–362 Used for Arpeggio performance (page 26).

When these are selected, the Arpeggio will

automatically be turned on.

363–820 XGlite Voices, which is a simplified (light)

version of Yamaha’s high-quality sound

source format "XG" (page 10).

000 Selecting this automatically calls up the

most suitable Voice and panel setups for

the current Style, Song or Groove. This

function is called the One Touch Setting

(OTS).

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You can add effects such as Harmony, Tremolo, and

Echo to the the Voice played on the keyboard, or use

the Arpeggio function to automatically arpeggiate

chords. There are a variety of effects available for

each Harmony type and Arpeggio type. For details,

refer to “Effect Type List” in the Data List on the web-

site (page 11).

Press the [HARMONY/ARPEGGIO] but-

ton.

The Harmony effect or the Arpeggio function is

turned on.

Turning on Harmony or Arpeggio will select a

Harmony type or an Arpeggio type suitable for

the current Main Voice. You can use the Function

Settings (page 64, Function 050) to select a dif-

ferent Harmony type or Arpeggio type.

Press a note or notes to add a Harmony

or to trigger an Arpeggio.

The method of sounding differs depending on the

Harmony type. Refer to “Playing Each Harmony

Type” (in the right column), and the Harmony

Type List in the Data List on the website (page

11) when playing the keyboard.

Arpeggio phrases will differ depending on the

number of keys you press and the area of the

keyboard.

Press the [HARMONY/ARPEGGIO]button

again to turn the Harmony or Arpeggio

off.

Adjusting the Harmony Volume

You can adjust the Harmony volume in the Function

Settings (page 64, Function 051).

Adjusting the Arpeggio Velocity

You can adjust the Arpeggio velocity in the Function

Settings (page 64, Function 052).

Adding Harmony/Using Arpeggio

Appears when

Harmony is on.

Appears when

Arpeggio is on.

• When Split (page 25) is on, Arpeggio is applied only to the

Split Voice. When Split is off, Arpeggio is applied to the Main

and Dual Voices. Arpeggio cannot be applied to the Split and

Main/Dual Voices simultaneously.

• Selecting a Voice number between 353 and 362 will turn on

Split automatically, as well as Arpeggio. When one of those

Voices is selected, Arpeggio is applied only to the Split Voice

and is triggered only by playing a key to the left of the Split

Point.

• By assigning the Arpeggio Hold function to the footswitch, the

Arpeggio will continue to play after the note is released. For

details, refer to the Reference Manual on the website (page

11) .

Playing Each Harmony Type

• Harmony types 01 to 05

Turn ACMP on (page 31) and play a melody with

the right-hand keys while playing chords in the

Auto Accompaniment area of the keyboard.

• Harmony types 06 to 12 (Trill)

Hold down two keys.

• Harmony types 13 to 19 (Tremolo)

Keep holding down

the keys.

• Harmony types 20 to 26 (Echo)

Play the keys.

NOTE

Playing a Variety of Instrument Voices

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Articulation reproduces playing techniques for partic-

ular instruments, such as guitar harmonics. Articula-

tion is added to your performance only while the

[ARTICULATION] button is pressed. Voices to which

Articulation can be added are called S.Art Lite

(Super Articulation Lite) Voices.

Select the desired S.Art Lite Voice.

When you select an S.Art Lite Voice, an indica-

tion appears in the display. In addition, S.Art Lite

Voices are marked with “***” on the Voice List in

the Data List on the website (page 11).

Press the [ARTICULATION] button while

playing the keyboard.

Release the [ARTICULATION] button to turn

Articulation off.

Examples of Articulation effect

If you select Guitar, you can use the following opera-

tions to realistically reproduce playing techniques

that are unique to the guitar.

Example: Voice Number 064 “S.Art Lite Nylon

Guitar Harmonics”

Hold the [ARTICULATION] button while playing the

keyboard to recreate guitar harmonics.

Example: Voice Number 068 “S.Art Lite Distor-

tion Guitar”

Press the [ARTICULATION] button to make scratch

noises.

The optimal Articulation for a Voice is applied only if

the S.Art Lite Voice is selected.

In other cases, Articulation is not added. Instead, a

modulation effect is applied to the produced sound.

Using a Pedal to Add Articulation

If the Articulation function is applied to a pedal (foot-

switch) in the Function Settings (page 64, Function

054), you can conveniently step on the pedal to

apply the effect as you play.

Adding Articulation Effects

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064

Appears when you select an

S.Art Lite Voice.

• Articulation is only applied to the Main Voice.

• S.Art Lite Voices sound differently depending on the velocity.

NOTE

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Adding Effects to Performance and Playback

You can expand your range of expression by adding effects to keyboard performances,

Style/Song/Groove playback, and microphone input.

This instrument is equipped with two DSPs (digital

signal processors) for applying digital effects that

enhance the sound (DSP1, DSP2). DSP1 applies

DSP effects to the Main Voice, and DSP2 applies

DSP effects to specified parts in the Function Set-

tings (page 63, Function 043).

For details about the types of DSP effects available,

refer to the “Effect Type List” in the Data List on the

website (page 11).

DSP1 Settings

When you select a Main Voice, the optimal type of

DSP1 effect is automatically selected.

If you want to change the DSP1 effect type or turn

DSP1 off, make these changes in the Function Set-

tings (page 63, Function 041).

DSP2 Settings

The DSP2 effect is not automatically selected. You

can utilize this effect by turning DSP2 on/off and

selecting the type and target for the effect yourself.

Press the [DSP2] button to turn DSP2 on.

While holding down the [SHIFT] button,

press the [DSP2] button to call up the

“DSP2Type” settings.

The current DSP2 type appears.

Rotate the dial to select the desired

DSP2 type.

Press the [ENTER] button to exit the

“DSP2Type” settings.

Rotate the dial until Function 043

“DSP2Part” appears.

Press the [ENTER] button to call up the

“DSP2Part” settings.

The current part that is targeted appears.

Rotate the dial to select the target part

for the DSP2 effect.

The target parts correspond to the setting value

are as listed below.

Press the [FUNCTION] button to exit the

Function Settings.

Play the part selected in Step 7, and

make sure that the DSP2 effect is

applied.

Press the [DSP2] button again to turn

DSP2 off.

Adding DSP Effects

Appears when

DSP1 is on.

Appears when

DSP2 is on.

RotarySp

042

Current DSP2 type

Press and hold

1 All All parts from 2 to 5

2 Keyboard Main, Dual, and Split Voices

3 Backing Style, Groove, Song playback,

MIDI input

4 Mic Microphone input

5 Sampling Sampling pad playback

Limitations when recording a User Song (MIDI)

DSP1 and DSP2 settings (type, on/off, target part) are not

recorded in User Songs. However, you can record your

performance with DSP effects and save it as an audio file

to a USB flash drive.

• DSP1 and DSP2 settings can be memorized to and called up

from Registration Memory (page 51).

• For more details about the DSP1, DSP2 and other effects,

refer to the block diagram in the Reference Manual on the

website (page 11).

All

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You can add dynamic effects to your performance.

Motion effects are added only while the [MOTION

EFFECT] button is pressed and held.

There are various types of Motion Effects, such as fil-

ter effects, pitch effects, and modulation effects. For

details about the different types of Motion Effects

available, refer to “Effect Type List” in the Data List on

the website (page 11).

Changing the Motion Effect Type

While holding down the [SHIFT] button,

press the [MOTION EFFECT] button to

call up the Type selection display.

Rotate the dial to select the desired type.

While holding down the [SHIFT] button, press the

[+] button or the [−] button to move to the first type

in each effect group.

Press the [EXIT] button to exit the Type

selection display.

Target parts of Motion Effect type

Target parts of each type is displayed as follows on

the type selection display.

Adding Motion Effects

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Current Motion Effect type

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Press and hold

Motion Effect

type

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Display Target Par ts

All All parts below

Keyboard Main, Dual, and Split Voices

StyGrv Style, Groove

StyGrvDr Rhythm parts of Style and Groove

StyGrvAc ACMP (accompaniment) parts of Style

and Groove

Sampling Sampling pad playback

KbSampl Main, Dual, and Split Voices, Sampling

pad playback

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Creating Original Sounds via the Knobs

The two knobs can be used to add variations to the sound being played, transforming the sound

in a variety of musical ways. Select the desired function combination printed above the knobs,

and then rotate the knobs as you play, for more expressive and dynamic performance.

Repeatedly press the [KNOB ASSIGN] button to

sequentially assign the function combinations pro-

vided: 1 → 2 → 3 → 4 → 5 → 6 → 7 → 1 ... etc.

The current combination is shown in the display.

The target differs depending on the function.

For details about the functions assigned to the

knobs, refer to the Reference Manual on the website

(page 11).

Here is an example of how to use the knobs.

Select the desired Voice (page 24).

In this example, we will use Voice No.197

“SquareLd” (Square Lead) as a synth-lead type

Voice.

Press the [KNOB ASSIGN] button several

times to assign Function 1 to the knob.

The number 1 appears on the display (below

“KNOB ASSIGN”).

Rotate knob B all the way to the right

(maximum), and then play the keyboard

with your right hand while operating

knob A with your left.

For more specific examples, refer to “Playing Like a DJ”

in the Reference Manual on the website (page 11).

Assigning Functions to the

Knobs

Function Targ et

Cutoff;

Resonance

Key-

board

Main Voice, Dual Voice

2 Reverb; Chorus

DSP1 Parame-

ter A; DSP1

Parameter B

Main Voice

Cutoff;

Resonance

Backing

Style, Groove

5 Reverb; Chorus

Volume balance;

Retrigger rate

Knob A: Audio input from

an external source, and

Style/Groove/Song/Sam-

pling

Knob B: Groove

DSP2 Parame-

ter A; DSP2

Parameter B

System

Selected part in the Func-

tion Settings (page 63,

Function 043)

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Functions assigned to the knobs

• Only selecting a function combination will not affect the sound

even if the knob arrow is not at the center position. The

selected function only works when the knob is moved.

• Depending on the panel settings or how you move the knob,

you may not notice any change to the parameter value, or you

may hear a noise, or the knob may not work properly, even if

you rotate it.

• Some types of DSP1 effects do not change even if the func-

tion assignment is set to 3 and the knob is turned.

• Function assignments can also be changed by holding down

the [KNOB ASSIGN] button and pressing the OCTAVE [−]/[+]

buttons.

Using the Knobs

If you have added an effect to the Main Voice and then

change that Voice, the settings created via the knobs

will be replaced with the default settings of the new

Voice. If you want to keep the settings you have created,

make sure to memorize them to the Registration Mem-

ory (page 51) before selecting a different Voice.

Rotating a knob to the right while the volume is set to a

high level may result in distortion. If this occurs, reduce the

volume level.

NOTE

Cutoff Resonance

NOTICE

NOTE

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Playing with Rhythm and Auto Accompaniment (Styles)

This instrument is equipped with rhythms and accompaniment patterns in a variety of

genres, called Styles. You can use the Auto Accompaniment (ACMP) function for a Style to

play the appropriate accompaniment simply by playing chords with your left hand. This

allows you to enjoy being accompanied by a band or orchestra, even when you are playing

alone.

Press the [STYLE] button.

The Style number and name will be shown.

Press the category buttons or rotate the

dial to select the desired Style.

For details about Style numbers and names, refer

to the Data List on the website (page 11).

Press the [ACMP ON/OFF] button to turn

on the Auto Accompaniment (ACMP).

The area of the keyboard to the left of the Split

Point becomes the “Auto Accompaniment area”

and is used only for specifying the chords.

Press the [SYNC START] button to turn

Sync Start on.

The Style playback is set to standby, and the

Style starts playing back when you play a chord.

Play a chord in the Auto Accompaniment

area to start playback of the Style.

Play a melody with the right hand and chords with

the left hand.

For details about playing chords, refer to the Ref-

erence Manual on the website (page 11).

Press the [START/STOP] button to stop

Style playback.

Playing Back Only the Rhythm Part

In Step 3, if you press the [START/STOP] button

without pressing the [ACMP ON/OFF] button, only

the rhythm part will play back.

Playing with Styles

• The Split Point can be changed as desired (page 62).

• Even if you play in the Auto Accompaniment area (left-

hand area), the Main Voice and Dual Voice do not sound,

only the chords are recognized. However, when Split is

on, you will hear the Split Voice.

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Style name

Style number

Appears when the

Style selection

display is selected.

80sGtPop

001

Appears when the Auto

Accompaniment is on.

Auto Accompani-

ment area

Split Point ... default value: 054 (F#2)

036

(C1)

048

(C2)

060

(C3)

072

(C4)

084

(C5)

096

(C6)

NOTE

Instead of playing chords normally, you can also use Smart

Chord to play chords with one finger. For details, refer to

“Setting the Fingering Type” (page 33).

For Styles that do not have any rhythm data, there will be no

sound when you try to play back only the rhythm part. In that

case, the accompaniment will play back only if you turn ACMP

on and play chords in the Auto Accompaniment area.

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143

Flashes when Sync Start is on.

Split Point

NOTE

Playing with Rhythm and Auto Accompaniment (Styles)

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Styles have Intro, Main A/B, and Ending sections.

The Main A section is played as default pattern, but

you can add variations to a performance by switching

sections. The operations for switching to each sec-

tion are described below.

 Intro:

While playback is stopped, press the [INTRO/

ENDING/rit.] button. When playback starts, after

the Intro finishes, it automatically switches to

either Main A or Main B.

 Main A/B:

Press the [MAIN/AUTO FILL] button. If playback

is stopped, it switches between Main A and Main

B. If during playback, an Auto Fill is inserted

when switching between Main A and Main B.

Auto Fill:

A short, dynamic riff or rhythmic break is inserted

automatically when switching between Main A

and Main B.

 Ending:

During playback, press the [INTRO/ENDING/rit.]

button.

The Section switches to the Ending. When the

Ending finishes, Style playback stops automati-

cally.

You can have the Ending gradually slow down

(ritardando) and end, by pressing the [INTRO/

ENDING/rit.] button again while the Ending is

playing back.

Adjusting the Volume of the Style

You can adjust the volume balance between Style

playback and your keyboard performance. Adjust it in

the Function Settings (page 63, Function 031).

Changing the Tempo

Refer to “Changing the Tempo” on page 23.

When you press the [SYNC STOP] button to turn on

this function, the Style will only play while pressing

chords in the Auto Accompaniment area of the key-

board. Releasing all the notes will stop Style play-

back. Press the [SYNC STOP] button again to turn it

off.

A Style consists of multiple tracks. To play back or

mute specific tracks, use the TRACK CONTROL but-

tons to turn individual tracks on and off.

Style Playback Variations

INTRO≥A

Section after Intro

(Main A or Main B)

FILL A≥B

MAIN A

Selected section

(Main A or B)

Stopped

Playing

back

ENDING

Style Sync Stop

This function can be used when ACMP is turned on.

Turning Each Style Track On/Off

Up to two Track buttons can be pressed simultaneously when

turning Tracks on or off.

80sGtPop

001

Appears when the Sync

Stop function is on.

NOTE

Track on/off status is shown

in the display (page 22)

NOTE

Playing with Rhythm and Auto Accompaniment (Styles)

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When playing back a Style, the method for playing

chords in the Auto Accompaniment area is called a

Fingering Type. This instrument has two Fingering

Types.

 Multi-Finger (default)

Play the entire notes of a chord to play back the

Auto Accompaniment. However, you can also eas-

ily play major, minor, seventh, and minor seventh

chords by simply pressing one to three keys.

 Smart Chord

Play only the root note of a chord to play back

Auto Accompaniment. However, in order to use

Smart Chord for Auto Accompaniment, you need

to set the key for the song you are performing

(Smart Chord Key).

Press the [FUNCTION] button.

Rotate the dial until “FingType” (page

63, Function 032) appears on the display.

Press the [ENTER] button.

The current Fingering Type appears.

Rotate the dial to select “Multi” or

“SmartChd.”

Press the [FUNCTION] button to exit the

Function Settings.

If you selected Smart Chord as the Fingering Type,

set the key of the song based on the number of

sharps (#) and flats (b) shown on the score before

you start playing. This key is called the “Smart Chord

Key.”

Use the following steps to set the Smart Chord Key.

Press the [FUNCTION] button to call up

the Function Settings.

Rotate the dial until “S.ChdKey” (Func-

tion 033) appears.

Press the [ENTER] button.

The current Smart Chord Key appears.

Rotate the dial to set the Smart Chord

Key appropriate for the score.

For example, if you want to play the following

score, set the Smart Chord Key to “FL2” (two

flats; see page 63).

Press the [FUNCTION] button to exit the

Function Settings.

This instrument allows you to change the Voices that

are used in each track of a Style, such as drums and

phrases. For details, refer to the Reference Manual

on the website (page 11).

Setting the Fingering Type

For details about how to play chords for each Fingering Type,

refer to the Reference Manual on the website (page 11).

NOTE

FingType

032

Multi

Setting the Smart Chord Key

Changing the Voices for Each

Part of a Style (Style Revoicing)

S.ChdKey

033

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Playing Back Songs or Audio Files

With this instrument, you can play back Songs (MIDI data) and audio files. In addition to lis-

tening to the playback, you can play the keyboard along with the Song or audio file play-

back.

Song (MIDI Data)

This instrument can play Preset Songs, Songs you recorded on this instrument, or commercially available

Songs. MIDI data is comprised of your keyboard performance information, such as pressing/releasing keys, etc.

The performance information refers to which keys are played, at what timing, and at what strength—just as in a

musical score, and the information is not a recording of the actual sound itself. Based on the recorded perfor-

mance information, the tone generator outputs the corresponding sound. Since information such as keyboard

parts and Voices is also recorded, individual parts can be turned on and off and Voices can be changed. This

makes it a very useful tool for practicing. With this instrument, you can export a User Song from the internal

memory to a USB flash drive as a MIDI file. In addition, you can play back external MIDI files as a Song, by

transferring the files from a computer into the internal memory using Storage Mode (pages 55, 66), or by con-

necting a USB flash drive containing the files to the instrument.

This instrument can play back SMF (Standard MIDI File) format data.

Song Category

The Songs are categorized according to their characteristics.

Audio File

An audio file is a recording of the performed sound itself. This data is recorded in the same way as that used in

recording with voice recorders, etc. This data can be played with a portable music player, etc., allowing you to

easily let other people listen to your performance.

You can play back audio files (WAV files of 44.1 kHz, 16-bit, stereo) contained in a USB flash drive with this

instrument.

Song Number Song Category

001-003 Main Demo Gives you an idea of the advanced capabilities of this instrument.

004-011 Voice Demo Demonstrates many useful Voices of this instrument.

012-015 Piano Solo Provides enjoyable piano solo performances.

016-020 Piano Ensemble Features piano ensemble pieces. Enjoy the sound of piano and orchestra.

021-030 Piano Accompaniment Provides enjoyable piano accompaniment in a variety of genres.

031-040 User Contains Songs you have recorded yourself (page 46).

041- Downloads Contains Songs transferred from a computer (downloaded songs) (page 54).

USB Contains Songs in the USB flash drive.

• For Songs following 041, numbers are assigned in the following sequence: Songs transferred from a computer, Songs in the USB flash

drive. When you transfer a Song from a computer, the transferred Song will be inserted before the first USB Song number, moving all

USB Song numbers later in sequence.

• Songs that are larger than 250 KB cannot be played back.

NOTE

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Press the [DEMO] button.

Demo Songs 001–003 are played back in sequence.

Playback will repeat continuously, starting again from

the first Song (001).

To stop playback, press the [DEMO] or []

(Start/Stop) button.

Continuous Playback as Background

Music

When you press the [DEMO] button, Song numbers

001 to 003 are played continuously as background

music by default. However, you can change the

Songs that are targeted for continuous playback, or

set a random playback sequence.

For details, refer to the Reference Manual on the

website (page 11).

Press the [SONG/AUDIO] button. The

SONG icon appears.

If the AUDIO icon appears, press the [SONG/

AUDIO] button again. If “NoUSB” is displayed

instead of the SONG icon, wait a few seconds for

the SONG icon to appear.

Rotate the dial to select a Song.

For a list of preset Songs, refer to the Data List on

the website (page 11).

You can select User Songs, downloaded Songs,

and Songs in the USB flash drive in the same

way.

Press the [ ] (Start/Stop) button to

start playback.

To stop playback, press the [ ] (Start/Stop)

button again.

Adjusting the Song Volume

You can adjust the volume balance between Song

playback and your keyboard performance. Adjust this

in the Function Settings (page 63, Function 035).

Changing the Tempo

Refer to “Changing the Tempo” on page 23.

Playing Back a Demo Song

Playing Back a Song

• The selectable Songs are number 004 and later. When

selecting the number 001 to 003, press the [DEMO] but-

ton.

• By holding down the [SHIFT] button and pressing the [−]/

[+] button, you can conveniently select the first Song in

each category (page 34) in order.

Jeanie

013

Song name

Song number

Appears when the

Song selection

display is selected.

NOTE

If playback of a Song in the USB flash drive or a down-

loaded Song produces distorted sound, decrease the

Song volume (page 63) to reduce the distortion, and then

adjust the master volume (page 12).

Jeanie

013

001

Each arrow mark flashes

in time with the beat.

Current measure

NOTE

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Connect a USB flash drive to the [USB

TO DEVICE] terminal.

For details, refer to “Connecting a USB Flash

Drive” on page 56.

Press the [SONG/AUDIO] button. The

AUDIO icon appears.

If the SONG icon appears, press the [SONG/

AUDIO] button again.

Rotate the dial to select the desired

audio file.

You can also use the [−]/[+] buttons the top right

side of the panel. Press the [−] and [+] buttons

simultaneously to instantly jump to the first audio

file.

Press the [ ] (Start/Stop) button to

start playback of the audio file.

During playback, “PLY” and the time elapsed is

shown on the display. To stop playback, press the

[ ] (Start/Stop) button again.

Message List

Playing Back an Audio File

Do not disconnect the USB flash drive or turn off the power

to the instrument during playback of an audio file. Other-

wise, damage to the data may occur.

The following operations cannot be executed for audio file

playback.

• Changing the Voice

• A-B Repeat

• Muting a track

• Changing the tempo

NOTICE

AUDIO001

Audio file name

Appears when the

Audio file selection

display is selected.

PLY

AUD00:00

Time elapsed

NOTE

Message Description

NoUSB No USB flash drive is connected.

NoFile There is no audio file in the USB flash

drive.

ErrLoad Cannot load the audio file because the for-

mat is not compatible with this instrument.

USB Err The USB flash drive may have a problem.

• Check if the USB flash drive is included

on the Compatible Device List on the

website (page 56).

• Format the USB flash drive (page 58).

Song/Audio File Transport Con-

trols: Fast Forward, Fast

Reverse, and Pause

• During playback of a Song, if A-B repeat is set, the Fast

Reverse and Fast Forward will only work within the range

between A and B.

• The [ ], [ ], and [ ] buttons cannot be used for Demo

Song playback started by using the [DEMO] button.

• When you fast-reverse the Song with the DSP2 turned on, the

DSP2 Effect may not function or sound as expected. If this

happens, turn the DSP2 off and then back on, or stop playing

the Song once to restore the DSP2 state.

[ ] (Fast Reverse) but-

ton

During playback, press this button

to rapidly return to an earlier point

in the Song or audio file. For a

Song, Fast Reverse returns by

measure. Pressing this button

while playback is stopped will

decrease the measure number.

[ ] (Fast Forward) button

During playback, press this button to rapidly skip

ahead to a later point in the Song or audio file. For a

Song, pressing this button while playback is stopped

will increase the measure number.

[ ] (Pause)

button

During playback,

press this button to

pause the Song or

audio file. Press it

again to start from

that point.

NOTE

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You can play back only a specific section of a Song

(MIDI data) repeatedly by setting the A point (start

point) and B point (end point) in one-measure incre-

ments.

Start playback of the Song (page 35).

When playback reaches the point you

want to specify as the start point, press

the [ ] (A-B Repeat) button to set

the (A point).

“A- REPEAT” appears on the display for a few

seconds.

When playback reaches to the point you

want to specify as the end point, press

the [ ] (A-B Repeat) button again to

set the B point.

The specified A-B section of the Song will now

play repeatedly.

“A-b REPEAT” appears on the display for a few

seconds, and the A-B Repeat icon appears.

To cancel repeat playback, press the

[ ] (A-B Repeat) button again.

“oFF REPEAT” appears on the display for a few

seconds.

To stop playback, press the [ ] (Start/Stop)

button.

Each track of a Song plays different parts, such as

the melody, rhythm, and accompaniment, etc. Each

of the tracks can be muted so that you can play the

muted part yourself. To mute a track, press the corre-

sponding button for that track ([1/RIGHT] to [5], [A]).

To unmute the track, press the same button again.

The status of each track is shown in the display.

Playing a Specified Section of a

Song Repeatedly (A-B Repeat)

• If you want to set start point A to the top of the Song,

press the [ ] (A-B Repeat) button before starting

playback.

• If you want to set end point B to the end of the Song,

specify only the A point and play back the Song to the

end.

NOTE

Muting Each Track

Up to two Track buttons can be pressed simultaneously when

turning Tracks on or off.

Track number off—Track is

muted or contains no data.

Track number on—Track

will be played back.

NOTE

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Connecting and Using a Microphone

By connecting a microphone to the [MIC INPUT] jack, you can sing along with your key-

board performance while applying reverb and chorus effects to your vocals. Sound that is

input from the microphone is played from the built-in speakers. You can also switch to the

Talk setting when you want to talk between songs.

Before turning the instrument on, turn

down the [MASTER VOLUME] control to

“MIN.”

Set the [GAIN] knob on the rear panel to

the center position.

Connect a microphone to the [MIC

INPUT] jack (standard mono phone jack)

on the rear panel.

If the microphone has a switch, switch it on

before Step 4.

Turn the instrument on.

Adjust the overall volume by using the

[MASTER VOLUME] control.

While holding down the [SHIFT] button,

press the [MIC VOCAL/TALK/MUTE] but-

ton to call up the Mic Volume setting dis-

play.

While singing into the microphone, turn

the dial to adjust the volume of the

microphone.

If you cannot get a suitable microphone volume

from turning this dial, adjust the [GAIN] knob on

the rear panel.

Press the [FUNCTION] button to exit the

Function Settings.

Sing into the microphone while playing

the keyboard and playing back a Song.

CAUTION

Before connecting the instrument to external devices, turn off the power of all the devices. Also, before turning the power

on or off, make sure to set all volume levels to minimum. Otherwise, damage to the devices or electrical shock may occur.

Connecting a Microphone

Make sure to use a dynamic microphone.

NOTE

MicVol

044

100

Connecting and Using a Microphone

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Using the Talk Function

Press the [MIC VOCAL/TALK/MUTE] button to

switch the Mic type to Talk.

When the Mic type is set to Talk, the reverb and cho-

rus are turned off and the microphone is panned to

the center.

Panning the Microphone

You can adjust the microphone’s pan (position) set-

ting. Make this setting in the Function Settings (page

64, Function 045).

Adding Reverb and Chorus to the

Microphone

You can add effects to the microphone for vocals,

such as Reverb to make it sound as if you are sing-

ing in a concert hall, or Chorus to add depth and nat-

ural movement to your voice. Make these settings in

the Function Settings (page 64).

• Reverb: Function 046

• Chorus: Function 047

Turn the volume down by turning the

[MASTER VOLUME] control all the way

to the left.

Turn the instrument off.

Disconnect the microphone from the

[MIC INPUT] jack.

Mic on

Mic type: Vocal

Mic off

Mic on

Mic type: Talk

Disconnecting the Microphone

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Playing with Groove Creator

The Groove Creator function lets you combine rhythmic preset patterns and phrases (each

called a Groove) from a variety of dance music genres for dynamic and powerful perfor-

mances.

Try out the expressive performance features, such as changing keys in the left-hand area

of the keyboard and rotating the knobs for dynamic sound variations.

Press the [GROOVE CREATOR] button, and

use the dial to select the desired Groove.

ACMP is automatically turned on, and the key-

board is divided into the Auto Accompaniment

area (page 31) and melody area.

Press the [ ] (Start/Stop) button to

start Groove playback.

You can also start playback by playing the keys in

the Auto Accompaniment area (page 31).

Use the following operations to make various

changes to the sound during Groove playback.

For details, refer to “Changing the Groove Sound”

on the right.

Press the [ ] (Start/Stop) button to

stop Groove playback.

Adjusting the Volume of the Groove

You can adjust the volume balance between Groove

playback and your keyboard performance. Adjust the

Function Settings (page 63, Function 034).

Changing the Tempo

Refer to “Changing the Tempo” on page 23.

Using the Tap Function

Refer to “Using the Tap Tempo Function” on page 23.

You can make various changes to the sound by per-

forming the following operations while playing back

the Groove.

 Turning each track on/off

Use the TRACK CONTROL [1]-[6] buttons to turn

individual tracks on/off.

 Changing sections

Use the SECTION [A]-[D] buttons to change sec-

tions.

 Using the [MUSICAL CLIMAX] button

When you press the button, a negative count (indi-

cating a lead-in) appears on the display.

As the lead-in approaches 0, the Groove builds in

intensity and variation and comes to a musical cli-

max when the count reaches 0.

You can create dynamic and powerful perfor-

mances by switching to another section or another

Groove at a climax.

Moreover, this can also be used as an Ending; the

Groove stops after the count reaches 0 and an

Ending phrase is played.

Playing Back a Groove

• By holding down the [SHIFT] button and pressing the [−]

or [+] button, you can select the first Groove in each

genre in order.

• For a list of available Grooves and details about genres

and categories, refer to the Data List on the website

(page 11).

Elec Dnc

001

Flashes

Appears when the

Groove selection

display is selected.

NOTE

Changing the Groove Sound

Up to two Track buttons can be pressed simultaneously

when turning Tracks on or off.

Track on/off status is shown in the

display (page 22)

NOTE

SECT B

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 Using the Retrigger function

Groove Retrigger is a function which repeats the

first part of the current Groove, for a rhythmic

break effect. For details about how to use this

function, refer to the Reference Manual on the

website (page 11).

 Changing the key

Play the keyboard in the Auto Accompaniment

area (page 31).

 Changing the sound via the Knobs

Press the [KNOB ASSIGN] button several times

to select Function 4, 5, or 6, and turn the Knob.

For details about Knob effects, refer to page 30.

 Playing Arpeggios in the right-hand

area

Select the Arpeggio type in the Function Settings

(page 64, Function 050), press the [HARMONY/

ARPEGGIO]

button to turn the Arpeggio on, and

then play the notes in the right-hand area of the

keyboard.

For details about Arpeggios, refer to page 26.

• When Split is on, Arpeggio is applied only when you play

the keyboard in the left-hand area. At the same time, the

Key of the Groove also changes.

• When you select a Voice from 353 to 362, Split and

Arpeggio are turned on automatically.

SECT B

Split Point

The specified Key appears

NOTE

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Using Quick Sampling

This instrument features an extremely convenient and powerful Quick Sampling function

for sampling audio and playing it back with the pads.

Sampling

Sampling is a technology that lets you record a short portion of a song or a sound, and use the sound (called a

“sample”) as part of your performance. Unlike audio files, the samples can be used in various ways: to add spe-

cial sound effects, or to play in a loop for a repeating rhythmic pattern.

There are three types of audio input that can be sampled.

• Audio from an external device connected to the [AUX IN] jack (page 54)

• Vocals from a microphone connected to the [MIC INPUT] jack (page 38)

• Audio from a computer, smartphone, or tablet connected to the [USB TO HOST] terminal (page 54)

WAV files saved on a USB flash drive can also be sampled (page 45).

A set of samples (already sampled audio) are already built into this instrument. Try playing them to see how

powerful the sampling features are!

Press one of the QUICK SAMPLING [A]-

[D] pads.

The pad lights up and plays back a sample while

you press it.

If you continue to press the pad, the sample plays

to the end and then stops. This is called “One-

shot playback.”

Release the QUICK SAMPLING pad.

If the sample is still playing back, the pad’s light

goes off and sample playback stops.

While holding the [LOOP HOLD] button,

press one of the QUICK SAMPLING [A]-

[D] pads.

Even if you release the pad, it will remain lit and

the sample playback will continue.

When the sample reaches the end, it plays back

again from the beginning and repeats indefinitely.

This is called “Loop playback,” and helps you

build a rhythmic basis for your performance.

Press the QUICK SAMPLING pad that is

lit.

The pad’s light goes off and Loop playback of the

sample stops.

Playing Back a Sample

Looping a Sample

Press and hold

• The QUICK SAMPLING [A]-[D] pads operate independently

of each other. Each can be used for One-shot playback or

Loop playback.

• All four samples can be played back simultaneously.

• To stop the playback of all samples at once, hold down the

[SHIFT] button while pressing the [LOOP HOLD] button.

• The volume of the samples for each QUICK SAMPLING pad

can be changed in the Function Settings (page 64, Function

049).

• Playing back the pad uses the tone generator channels for

polyphony.

• On rare occasions, the sound of the pad might be silent dur-

ing loop playback, even though the pad was lit, if a large

number of notes are played at the same time, such as with

Style playback. To enable the pad to sound again in that

case, press that pad to turn it off, and then perform step 1

again. If the condition persists, try to reduce the number of

notes used at the same time when playing.

NOTE

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Connect an external device for sampling, and adjust

the volume level for recording.

Set the volume level of this instrument to

minimum.

Connect an external device for sam-

pling.

For details about how to connect external

devices, refer to the following pages.

• [AUX IN] jack: page 54

• [MIC INPUT] jack: page 38

• [USB TO HOST] terminal: page 54

Make sure the volume of the audio input

is set high enough.

• [AUX IN] jack:

Set the volume of the external device to maxi-

mum.

• [MIC INPUT] jack:

Set the [GAIN] knob on the rear panel to its

highest setting.

• [USB TO HOST] terminal:

On the computer or smart device, set the play-

back volume for the MIDI file or audio file to

maximum.

Adjust the volume you hear from the

instrument speakers by turning the

[MASTER VOLUME] control.

Sample the audio input, and save it to one of the

QUICK SAMPLING [A]-[D] pads.

Get ready for sampling.

Prepare for audio input. For details, refer to “Get-

ting Ready for Sampling.”

Press the [CAPTURE] button to enter the

Quick Sampling mode.

“PressA-D” appears on the display.

Press the desired QUICK SAMPLING pad

to which the sample is to be assigned.

The pad flashes, and “Start?” appears on the dis-

play.

Pause playback on the external device at

the beginning of the sound or phrase

you want to sample, or prepare to record

the sound with the microphone.

Getting Ready for Sampling

If the volume of the audio input is too low, the instrument cannot

sample the sound.

• When the sound is too low even though the volume of the

external device connected to the [AUX IN] jack is set to

maximum, adjust the “AuxInVol” in the Function Settings

(page 66, Function 068). However, if you increase the vol-

ume to more than 50, the sound may be distorted.

• When the audio input is too low even though the play-

back volume on the computer or smart device is set to

maximum, adjust the “USBInVol” in the Function Settings

(page 66, Function 069).

The volume from the speakers has no effect on sampling

results.

NOTE

Sampling External Audio

• The sampling rate is 44.1 kHz, 16-bit, stereo.

• The samples can also be saved to a USB flash drive (page

45).

The sampling operation will overwrite and erase previ-

ously existing samples. Save important data you want to

keep to a USB flash drive (page 45).

• If you want to use the Melody Suppressor (page 54)

when sampling, be sure to set it before entering sampling

mode.

• If you want to automatically cut the silent sections at the

beginning and end of sampling, set “BlankCut” in the

Function Settings (page 64, Function 048) to “ON.”

To cancel sampling, exit Quick Sampling mode by pressing

the [CAPTURE] button again.

To switch to a different pad, either press a different pad or

press the [EXIT] button.

NOTE

NOTICE

NOTE

PressA−D

NOTE

Start?

NOTE

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Press the pad that is flashing to start

sampling.

“Sampling” appears on the display.

Start playback on the external device, or

input sound to the microphone.

Stop audio input at the end of the sound

or phrase you want to sample.

If you are using an external device, stop play-

back. If you are using a microphone, stop input-

ting sound to it.

Press the lit pad again to stop sampling.

“Writing!” appears briefly on the display, and then

the sample is overwritten and stored. The pad’s

light goes off, the sampling ends, and the instru-

ment returns to the status described in Step 2.

Press the [CAPTURE] button to exit

Quick Sampling mode.

Press the Quick Sampling pad to play

back the sample.

Do not disconnect the USB flash drive during the sam-

pling operation. The operation of the instrument may

become unstable, and sampling may not be performed

properly.

You can also press the [ENTER] button to start sampling.

If the input volume from the external device or microphone

is too low, “LowInput” appears on the display and sam-

pling is canceled. Then, the instrument returns to the status

described in Step 3.

Sampling time is limited to a maximum of 9.6 seconds.

When the time limit is reached, sampling stops automati-

cally and the recorded sample (up to that point) is stored to

the instrument.

Sampling

Flashes

NOTICE

NOTE

PressA−D

Writing!

NOTE

To sample during audio playback

Once you are familiar with the sampling operation,

streamline the operation by starting and stopping sam-

pling while the sound of the external device is playing

back.

1. Perform Steps 2 and 3 of “Sampling External Audio”

(page 43).

2. Stop playback on the external device a few measures

before the sound or phrase you want to sample.

3. Start playback on the external device.

4. Press the pad that is flashing at the point where you

want to start sampling.

5. When you want to stop sampling, press the pad again.

6. Stop playback on the external device, and then check

what you have just sampled.

If there is silence that you want to keep it in the sample, but

is cut automatically, set “BlankCut” in the Function Settings

(page 64, Function 048) to “OFF.”

NOTE

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This operation lets you restore the default samples

for each Quick Sampling pad. However, keep in mind

that this deletes the samples you have assigned to

the pads.

Press the [CAPTURE] button to enter the

Quick Sampling mode.

While holding the [SHIFT] button, press

the Quick Sampling pad that has the

sample you want to delete.

The pad flashes, and “ClrSMPL?” appears on the

display.

Press the [ENTER] button.

The Quick Sampling pad’s light comes on, and

“Sure?” appears on the display.

To cancel this operation, press the [EXIT] button.

If you cancel the operation, the Quick Sampling

pad’s light goes off and the instrument returns to

the status described in Step 2.

Press the [ENTER] button again.

“Writing!” appears briefly on the display, the Quick

Sampling pad’s light goes off, and the default

sample is restored.

Press the [CAPTURE] button to exit

Quick Sampling mode.

You can import WAV files that are stored on a USB

flash drive into the internal memory as samples, and

assign them to Quick Sampling pads.

For details, refer to the Reference Manual on the

website (page 11).

Samples that are assigned to Quick Sampling pads

[A] to [D] can individually be saved to a USB flash

drive as sample files.

Sample files that have been saved to a USB flash

drive can be imported and re-assigned to the pads.

For details, refer to the Reference Manual on the

website (page 11).

Restoring the Default Samples

Restoring the default samples overwrites any samples that

you have assigned to the pads. Save important samples you

want to keep to a USB flash drive (page 56) before restoring

the default samples.

NOTICE

ClrSMPL?

Press and hold

Sampling a WAV File from a USB

Flash Drive

Saving a Sample to a USB Flash

Drive

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Recording Your Performance

On this instrument, there are two different ways you can record your performances: Song

(with MIDI), and Audio.

Song Recording

You can record your performances to the internal memory as User Songs. This approach makes editing easy,

as you can record to individual tracks, erase tracks after recording, and re-record individual tracks, etc. You can

record a maximum of 10 User Songs and up to a total of about 19,000 notes. User Songs can be exported to a

USB flash drive as MIDI files, which can be played and edited on other MIDI devices or sequencers (page 59).

Audio Recording

You can record your performances and save them to a USB flash drive as audio files. You can also record audio

from the [MIC INPUT] jack, the [AUX IN] jack, and the [USB TO HOST] terminal. Audio files are in WAV format

(44.1 kHz, 16 bit, stereo), and the maximum recording time is 80 minutes. These audio files can be transferred

to and played back on computers and smart devices.

This section explains how to record a new Song to

the internal memory without specifying a track.

Make the desired settings including the

Main Voice selection.

Make the desired settings for recording

your performance.

• If you want to record only the melody perfor-

mance, press the [SONG/AUDIO] button.

• If you want to record a performance with a

Style, press the [STYLE] button.

• If you want to record a performance with a

Groove, press the [GROOVE CREATOR] but-

ton.

Press the [REC] button to enter the

Record Ready mode.

This operation selects the lowest-numbered

unrecorded User Song from 031 to 040 (User 1 to

10) as the recording target.

To exit from this mode, press the [REC] button

again.

Start recording.

The operation to start recording differs depending

on the button you pressed in Step 2.

• [SONG/AUDIO] button: Play any note to start

recording.

• [STYLE] button: Play a chord in the Auto

Accompaniment area to start recording with

Style playback. Press the [START/STOP] but-

ton to start playback of the rhythm only, and

then play the keyboard to start recording.

• [GROOVE CREATOR] button: Specify a chord

in the Auto Accompaniment area or press the

[START/STOP] button to start recording with

Groove playback.

The current measure will be shown on the display

while recording.

Press the [ ] (Start/Stop) or [REC]

button to stop recording.

After you finish recording, "Writing!" appears to

indicate storing the recorded data. When the data

is stored, the recorded track numbers in the dis-

play will light.

Recording a New User Song

The ACMP on/off status cannot be changed while in

Record Ready mode.

User 1

001

PEC

FlashesFlashes

NOTE

User 1

003

PEC

Current measure

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To play back the recorded Song, press

the [ ] (Start/Stop) button.

A Song contains six tracks.

 Melody Tracks [1/RIGHT] to [5]

For recording melody performances.

 Accompaniment Track [A]

For recording a chord progression (for the Style)

or key changes (for the Groove).

If you make a recording without specifying a track, the

melody is recorded to Track [1/RIGHT] and the

accompaniment (Style chords/Groove keys) is

recorded to Track [A]. At this time, if an existing User

Song was selected beforehand, the data on Track [1/

RIGHT] and Track [A] for that Song will be overwritten.

You can also record each track one by one (e.g., only

the right-hand part or the left-hand part) to create a

complete piece that may be difficult to play all at once.

This section explains how to record a User Song to a

specified track. This is useful when you want to

record additional performances to an already

recorded User Song, or re-record only one track of

an already recorded User Song.

Press the [SONG/AUDIO] button. The

SONG icon appears.

If the AUDIO icon appears, press the [SONG/

AUDIO] button again. If “No USB” is displayed

instead of the SONG icon, wait a few seconds for

the SONG icon to appear.

Rotate the dial to select the desired User

Song from 031 to 040 (User 1 to 10) as

the recording target.

Never attempt to turn the power off when “Writing!” is

shown in the display. Doing so can result in data loss.

If you are using a Style or the Groove Creator for a perfor-

mance, you can also automatically end recording in the fol-

lowing ways.

•

Style: Press the [INTRO/ENDING/rit.] button, and wait

for playback of the Style to end.

•

Groove Creator: Press the [MUSICAL CLIMAX] but-

ton, and wait for playback of the Groove to end.

When recording Groove playback with the Retrigger func-

tion, note that the beat indicator in the display and the met-

ronome and Arpeggio playback are not synchronized with

playback of the recorded Song.

Limitations when recording a Song

• The on/off status of ACMP cannot be changed.

• Playback cannot be changed between Style and

Groove.

• The Groove number can be changed, but the Style

number cannot.

• When you use Style/Groove, the following parameters

cannot be changed: Reverb Type, Chorus Type, Time

Signature, and Style/Groove Creator Volume.

• Performances with Quick Sampling pads [A] to [D] can-

not be recorded.

• The audio input from an external device (playback

sound on the connected computer or audio device)

cannot be recorded.

NOTICE

NOTE

Track Structure of a Song

Recording a User Song to a

Specified Track

Melody Tracks

Accom-

paniment-

Tr ac k

User 1

031

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Specify the track to record and over-

write, and enter Record Ready mode.

 If you want to record only the melody:

While holding down the [REC] button, press the

button for the track you want to record to ([1/

RIGHT] to [5]).

 If you want to record only the Style:

Press the [STYLE] button, and select a Style.

While holding down the [REC] button, press the

[A] button. ACMP is automatically turned on.

 If you want to record only the Groove:

Press the [GROOVE CREATOR] button, and

then select the desired Groove. ACMP is auto-

matically turned on.

While holding down the [REC] button, press the

[A] button.

Same as Steps 4 to 6 in “Recording a

New User Song” (page 46).

This lets you clear all tracks of a User Song.

Press the [SONG/AUDIO] button. The

SONG icon appears.

If the AUDIO icon appears, press the [SONG/

AUDIO] button again. If “No USB” is displayed

instead of the SONG icon, wait a few seconds for

the SONG icon to appear.

Rotate the dial to select the User Song

from 031 to 040 (User 1 to 10) to be

cleared.

While holding down the [1/RIGHT] button

press the [A] button.

A confirmation message will appear on the dis-

play.

Press the [ENTER] button.

“Sure?” appears on the display. To cancel this

operation, press the [EXIT] button.

Press the [ENTER] button again to clear

the Song.

“Writing!” appears briefly on the display, and then

the Song is cleared.

If the internal memory becomes full while recording, an

alert message will appear and recording will stop automat-

ically. In this case, delete unnecessary data by the Clear

functions (below), and then execute the recording again.

User 1

001

PEC

Selected track flashesFlashes

Press and hold

NOTE

Clearing a User Song (Song

Clear)

Press and hold

ClrUser1

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This lets you clear individual tracks from a User

Song.

Press the [SONG/AUDIO] button. The

SONG icon appears.

If the AUDIO icon appears, press the [SONG/

AUDIO] button again. If “No USB” is displayed

instead of the SONG icon, wait a few seconds for

the SONG icon to appear.

Rotate the dial to select the User Song

from 031 to 040 (User 1 to 10) to be

cleared.

While holding down the [SHIFT] button,

press the button for the track you want

to clear ([1/RIGHT] to [5], [A]).

A confirmation message will appear on the dis-

play.

Press the [ENTER] button.

“Sure?” appears on the display. To cancel this

operation, press the [EXIT] button.

Press the [ENTER] button again to clear

the Song.

“Writing!” appears briefly on the display, and then

the data on the selected Track is cleared.

This lets you record your performances to a USB

flash drive as audio files.

Connect a USB flash drive to the [USB

TO DEVICE] terminal.

Make the desired settings for your per-

formance.

Depending on the selected function, the data that

can be recorded is limited to the following:

• When Style is selected:

Style, keyboard performance, and audio (from

[MIC INPUT]/[AUX IN]/[USB TO HOST]

jacks)

• When Song is selected:

Keyboard performance and audio (from [MIC

INPUT]/[AUX IN]/[USB TO HOST] jacks)

• When Groove Creator is selected:

Groove, keyboard performance, and audio

(from

[MIC INPUT]

[AUX IN]

[USB TO HOST]

jacks)

While holding the [SHIFT] button, press

the [REC] button to enter Record Ready

mode for audio recording.

and “PressREC” appear on the top left of

the display.

Clearing a Specified Track from

a User Song (Track Clear)

Press and hold

ClrTr1

Recording/Saving Audio Files to

a USB Flash Drive

Before using a USB flash drive, be sure to refer to “Precau-

tions when using the [USB TO DEVICE] terminal” (page 56).

When using the audio recording function, be sure to use an AC

adaptor. The audio recording function is not available when

using batteries.

Metronome clicks and Songs cannot be recorded.

To exit from this status, hold down the [SHIFT] button and

press the [REC] button again.

NOTICE

NOTE

PressREC

PEC

Press and hold

NOTE

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Press the [REC] button to start record-

ing.

The elapsed time is shown on the display during

recording.

The maximum recording time is 80 minutes or

until the memory of the USB flash drive becomes

full.

When recording the Style or Groove, press the

[ ] (Start/Stop) button to start/stop the

Style/Groove..

Press the [REC] button to stop record-

ing.

“Writing!” appears to indicate storing the recorded

performance. After storing, “Complete” appears,

and then the recorded audio file name will be

shown as “AUDIO****” (****: number).

Press the [ ] (Start/Stop) button to

play back the recorded audio file.

Recording-related Message List

Do not disconnect the USB flash drive or turn off the

power to the instrument during recording. Otherwise,

damage to the data may occur.

The [ ] (Start/Stop) button only starts/stops the Style

or Groove. It does not start/stop recording.

Never attempt to turn the power off when “Writing!” is

shown in the display. Doing so can result in data loss.

NOTICE

NOTE

NOTICE

Message Description

NoUSB No USB flash drive is connected.

UseAdpt Power is now being drawn from batteries.

Use an AC adaptor.

FileFull The total number of files in the USB flash

drive exceeds the capacity. Delete unnec-

essary data or use another USB flash

drive.

Unformat The USB flash drive is unformatted. For-

mat the USB flash drive (page 58).

Protect The USB flash drive is protected.

TimeUp The recording time exceeds 80 minutes.

The recording automatically stops and the

audio file will be saved.

DiskFull The USB flash drive has become full. The

recording automatically stops and the

audio file will be saved.

USB Err The USB flash drive may have a problem.

• Check if the USB flash drive is included

on the online Compatible Device List

(page 56).

• Format the USB flash drive (page 58).

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Saving Your Favorite Settings (Registration Memory)

The Registration Memory function allows you

to save (or “register”) panel settings such as

Voices and Styles to a Registration Memory

button, and then instantly recall your custom

panel settings by simply pressing a single but-

ton. The registered settings for four Registra-

tion Memory buttons make one Bank, and you

can register up to eight Banks.

Make the desired settings, such as those

for Voice, Style, and Groove.

Press the [BANK/MEMORY] button to

select a Bank number (1 to 8).

The Registration Memory number, to which set-

tings are saved, lights.

While holding down the [BANK/MEM-

ORY] button, press the desired button,

[1] to [4].

“MemOK” appears on the display, and the Regis-

tration Memory number flashes. When the setting

is saved, the Registration Memory number lights

up.

At the time of purchase, setting examples are registered in Banks 1 to 8.

Up to 32 settings (eight banks of four each)

can be memorized.

Memory 1

8 Banks

Memory 2 Memory 3 Memory 4

NOTE

Saving Panel Settings to the

Registration Memory

Data cannot be saved to Registration Memory during Song

playback.

If you select a Registration Memory number that already

contains data, the previous data is deleted and overwrit-

ten by the new data.

NOTE

Bank number

Registration Memory number

Press and hold

NOTICE

Parameters that can be saved to Registration

Memory

 Style settings: Style number, ACMP on/off, Style vol-

ume, Track on/off, Main section A/B, Tempo, Fingering

type, Smart chord key

 Groove settings: Groove number, Groove volume,

Section, Track on/off, Tempo

 Voice settings

• Main Voice settings: Voice number and all settings

of the related Functions (page 62)

• Dual Voice settings: Dual on/off and all settings of

the related Functions

• Split Voice settings: Split on/off and all settings of

the related Functions

 Effect settings: Reverb Type, Chorus Type, Motion

Effect Type

 Harmony/Arpeggio settings: Harmony/Arpeggio on/

off and all settings of the related Functions

 DSP:

DSP2 on/off, DSP1/2 type, DSP2 effect target

part, and parameter values of Knobs A/B

 Other settings:

Transpose, Pitch Bend Range, Knob

Assign, Split Point, Scale Tune, Sampling Pad Volume,

Pedal Function

Samples of the Quick Sampling function (page 42) are not

saved in the Registration Memory.

NOTE

Saving Your Favorite Settings (Registration Memory)

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Press the [BANK] button to select a Bank

number (1 to 8).

The Registration Memory number, to which set-

tings are saved, lights.

Press the desired [MEMORY] button, [1]

to [4].

The recalled Registration Memory number

appears in the display for a few seconds, indicat-

ing that the desired panel settings have been

recalled.

Various settings can be saved in Registration Mem-

ory and recalled with a single operation. However, in

some cases you might want to use the Registration

Memory without changing specific settings, depend-

ing on the performance situation. For example, you

might want to switch between Voice settings and

Effect settings without changing the Style. In such

cases, if “Style Freeze” is turned on, Style related

settings are maintained (frozen) without changing,

even if you press a [REGISTRATION MEMORY] but-

ton.

Make each of the freeze settings in the Function Set-

tings (page 66).

• Style Freeze (StyleFrz): Function 073

• Transpose Freeze (TransFrz): Function 074

• Voice Freeze (VoiceFrz): Function 075

Recalling Panel Settings from

Registration Memory

When the [SONG] lamp is lit, the Style or Groove Creator

settings will not be recalled even if you press the [REGIS-

TRATION MEMORY] button to which the Style or Groove

Creator settings are saved. If this happens, after pressing

the [STYLE] or [GROOVE CREATOR] button, press the

Registration Memory button to recall the Style and Groove

Creator settings.

Bank number

Registration Memory number

Appears when either

Freeze is on (see right).

REGIST 1

Registration Memory number

Bank number

NOTE

Specifying Panel Settings to be

Maintained Across Registration

Memory Changes (Freeze)

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Connecting to External Devices

Connect headphones to the [PHONES] jack. The

instrument’s speakers are automatically shut off

when a plug is inserted into this jack.

By connecting a footswitch (FC5 or FC4A, sold sepa-

rately) to the [SUSTAIN] jack, you can control three

functions: Sustain, Articulation (page 27), and

Arpeggio (page 26).

By default, the Sustain function is assigned to the

footswitch. Similar to the damper pedal on a piano,

while you press the footswitch you can still hear a

note sustain even after you release the keyboard.

Make settings for functions other than Sustain in the

Function Settings (page 64, Function 054).

If you use the [OUTPUT] jacks to connect to pow-

ered speakers, you can produce a louder, more pow-

erful sound for more dynamic performances.

You can use the instrument’s [MASTER VOLUME]

control to adjust the volume that is output to external

devices.

Turning Off the Keyboard’s Speakers

Set Function 079 “Speaker” in the Function Settings

(page 66) to “3 (SP Off).”

CAUTION

Before connecting the instrument to external devices, turn off the power of all the devices. Also, before turning the power on or

off, make sure to set all volume levels to minimum. Otherwise, damage to the devices or electrical shock might occur.

Connecting Headphones

Do not use headphones for a long period of time at a high or

uncomfortable volume level. Doing so can cause permanent

hearing loss.

If you set Function 079 “Speaker” in the Function Settings

(page 66) to something other than “1 (HPSwitch),” you can turn

the speaker on or off regardless of whether or not headphones

are connected.

Using a Pedal (Footswitch)

• Plug or unplug the footswitch while the power is off. Also, do

not press the footswitch when turning the power on. Doing so

changes the polarity of the footswitch, resulting in reversed

operation.

• Sustain is not applied to Split Voices (page 25).

• Some Voices will not decay until you release the footswitch.

Standard stereo

phone plug

CAUTION

NOTE

Playing Sound from External

Speakers

• To avoid damaging external devices, first turn on the power

to the instrument, and then to the external device. When

turning off the power, first turn off the power to the external

device, and then to the instrument.

• The Auto Power Off function (page 18) might automatically

turn off the instrument at undesirable times. If the instru-

ment will not be operated for a certain period of time,

either turn off the power to external devices or disable the

Auto Power Off function.

• Do not connect the output from the [OUTPUT] jacks

directly to the [AUX IN] jack. In addition, when using the

[OUTPUT] jacks to connect to an external device, do not

connect the output jacks of the external device to the [AUX

IN] jack. Doing so will cause the audio that is input to the

[AUX IN] jack to be output from the [OUTPUT] jacks,

resulting in feedback that could damage both devices.

• Use audio cables and adaptor plugs with zero resistance.

• When connecting to a monaural device, use the [L/L+R] jack.

Input jacks

Standard

mono

phone plug

Standard mono

phone plug

Audio signal

Speakers with

built-in amplifiers

Audio cable

NOTICE

NOTE

Connecting to External Devices

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By connecting an audio device such as a smart-

phone to the instrument’s [AUX IN] jack, you can

output the sound of the audio device through the

instrument’s speakers. This lets you play the key-

board along with the playback of your audio device,

for practice or performance.

Connect the headphone jack of an audio

device to the instrument’s [AUX IN] jack

by using an audio cable.

Turn on the audio device, and then the

instrument.

Start playback of the connected audio

device.

The sound of the audio device is output through

the instrument’s speakers.

Adjust the volume balance between the

audio device and the instrument.

Adjust the audio playback volume on the audio

device, then adjust the entire volume by rotating the

[MASTER VOLUME]

control on the instrument.

Play the keyboard along with the sound

of the audio device.

After finishing your performance, stop

playback of the audio device.

When you output audio from an external audio

device or a computer connected to the [AUX IN] jack

or the [USB TO DEVICE] or [USB TO HOST] termi-

nal through the instrument, this function lets you

lower the volume of the melody part of audio play-

back. You can use the function to practice the mel-

ody part along with the audio playback.

Make these settings in the Function Settings (page

66).

• Function 071 “Melody Suppressor”:

Turns the Melody Suppressor function on and

off.

• Function 072 “Melody Suppressor Pan”:

Adjusts the position for suppressing a melody.

By connecting a computer or smart device such as a

smartphone or tablet to the [USB TO HOST] termi-

nal, you can do the following.

• Transfer files, such as Songs and Styles

• Send and receive MIDI data

• Send and receive audio data (USB Audio

Interface function)

• Use smart device apps

For information on how to connect to a computer and

how to transfer data, refer to the Computer-related

Operations on the website (page 11).

Playing an External Audio Device

with the Built-in Speakers

To avoid damaging devices, first turn on the power to the

external device, and then to the instrument. When turning

off the power, first turn off the power to the instrument, then

to the external device.

If you are using a computer or a smart device such as a smart-

phone or tablet, you can also connect it to the [USB TO

HOST] terminal to play audio on that device from the instru-

ment (page 55).

• To adjust the balance between the volume of the external

audio input and the volume of the Song/Style/Groove,

press the [KNOB ASSIGN] button, select Function 6, and

then turn Knob A (page 30).

• The audio input volume from the [AUX IN] jack can be

adjusted in the Function Settings (page 66, Function

068). If you increase the volume to more than 50, the

audio device sound might be distorted.

NOTICE

Stereo mini plug

Headphone

jack

Audio cable

Stereo mini plug

NOTE

You can cancel or lower the volume of the melody part of

audio playback. Refer to the procedure in “Using the Mel-

ody Suppressor.”

Using the Melody Suppressor

When an audio device is connected to the [USB TO HOST] ter-

minal, and “Audio Loop Back” (page 66, Function 070) is set to

OFF, the Melody Suppressor function cannot be used.

Using with a Computer or

Smart Device

NOTE

Connecting to External Devices

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For details about how to connect to a smart device,

refer to the Smart Device Connection Manual on the

website (page 11).

Transferring Files (including Songs and

Styles)

You can transfer a MIDI file to the instrument and

play it as a downloaded song, or transfer a Style file

to the instrument and use it as a built-in Style. You

can also transfer and store backup files to a different

device.

When transferring files to and from a computer:

Turn on “Storage Mode” (page 66, Function 076) in

Function Settings to use the instrument as an exter-

nal storage device.

When transferring files to and from a smart device:

Use the “MusicSoft Manager” app. Refer to the fol-

lowing website for details.

https://www.yamaha.com/kbdapps/

Sending and Receiving MIDI Data

You can listen to MIDI files played on a computer or

smart device through the instrument’s speakers, or

send a performance on the instrument as MIDI data

to a computer or smart device.

Sending and Receiving Audio Data

(USB Audio Interface Function)

You can listen to audio files played on a computer or

smart device through the instrument’s speakers, or

send a performance on the instrument as audio data

to a computer or smart device.

A driver must be installed to send/receive audio data

to/from a computer running on Windows. For details,

refer to the Computer-related Operations document

on the website (page 11).

Using Smart Device Apps

Using smart device apps with the instrument

expands the range of possibilities, such as recording

and immediately sharing a performance.

Please refer to the following website for information

about compatible smart devices and apps.

https://www.yamaha.com/kbdapps/

• Use an AB type USB cable of less than 3 meters.

• USB 3.0 cables cannot be used.

• Only turn on Storage Mode when transferring files to and from a

computer. While Storage Mode is on, you cannot play or operate

the instrument, or send/receive MIDI data and audio data.

• The maximum file size that can be transferred to the instru-

ment is approximately 1.72 MB in total.

• The files transferred to the instrument are sorted according to the

following file name order: symbol

→

number

→

alphabet.

Files that can be transferred

• MIDI files (Extension: .MID)

MIDI files that have been created with other instru-

ments or computers can be transferred to this instru-

ment as Songs.

• Style files (Extension: .STY)

Style files that have been created with other devices

can be transferred to this instrument.

• Backup files (Extension: .BUP)

Data in the instrument can be saved as a single

backup file. For details about what information is

saved, refer to “Backup Data” (page 68).

USB cable

USB terminal

InstrumentComputer

[USB TO HOST]

terminal

NOTICE

NOTE

• With this instrument, User Songs cannot be transferred to

external devices via the [USB TO HOST] terminal. To export

User Songs, save them to a USB Flash Drive (page 59).

• The maximum size of a single Style file is 50 KB. Files that

exceed this limit will not be recognized by the instrument.

If you are using a DAW (digital audio workstation) with this

instrument, set “Audio Loop Back” (page 66, Function 070)

to OFF.

If the function is instead set to ON, a mixture of audio data

and instrument audio will be sent to the DAW, which might

cause feedback and noise.

• The volume can be adjusted on the computer or smart device,

and also by using the instrument’s [MASTER VOLUME] con-

trol. In addition, you can adjust the volume of the audio input

from the [USB TO HOST] terminal in the Function Settings

(page 66, Function 069).

• When outputting audio playback from the instrument to a

computer, such as when layering audio input from the [USB

TO HOST] terminal over performance audio from the instru-

ment and recording it to a computer, the [MASTER VOLUME]

control cannot be used to adjust the volume.

NOTE

NOTICE

NOTE

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Connecting a USB Flash Drive

By connecting a USB flash drive (sold separately) to the [USB TO DEVICE] terminal, you

can save data created on the instrument, such as User Songs and parameter settings. The

saved data can be recalled to the instrument for future use.

You should use an AC adaptor when executing USB flash drive operations. Battery power might not be reliable enough to last

through these crucial operations. When you try executing certain functions, the “UseAdpt” indication might appear and the

selected function cannot be executed unless an AC adaptor is used..

NOTICE

Precautions when using the [USB TO

DEVICE] terminal

This instrument features a built-in [USB TO DEVICE]

terminal. When connecting a USB device to the [USB

TO DEVICE] terminal, be sure to observe the follow-

ing.

 Compatible USB devices

• USB Flash Drive

Other USB devices such as a USB hub, computer key-

board or mouse cannot be used.

Compatible USB devices are listed under “Materials/

Data” on the following website. Be sure to check this

website before purchasing devices.

Support/inquiries:

https://download.yamaha.com/

Although USB devices 1.1 to 3.0 can be used on this

instrument, the amount of time for saving to or loading

from the USB device might differ depending on the

type of data or the status of the instrument.

 Connecting a USB device

Insert a plug that matches the shape of the [USB

TO DEVICE] terminal, and pay attention to its verti-

cal orientation.

Using a USB Flash Drive

By connecting the instrument to a USB flash drive, you

can save data you’ve created to the connected device,

as well as read data from the connected device.

 Number of USB flash drives that can be

used

Only one USB flash drive can be connected to the

[USB TO DEVICE] terminal.

 Formatting a USB flash drive

You should format the USB flash drive only with this

instrument (page 58). A USB flash drive formatted on

another device might not operate properly.

 To protect your data (write-protect)

Some USB flash drives have a write-protect function to

prevent accidental erasure of data. To prevent impor-

tant data from being inadvertently erased, apply the

write-protect provided with each USB flash drive. If you

are saving data to the USB flash drive, make sure to

disable write-protect.

 Turning off the instrument

When turning off the instrument, make sure that the

instrument is NOT accessing the USB flash drive by

playback/recording or file management (such as dur-

ing Save, Copy, Delete, and Format operations). Fail-

ure to do so might corrupt the USB flash drive and the

data.

For more information about the handling of USB devices,

refer to the owner’s manual of the USB device.

The rating of the [USB TO DEVICE] terminal is a maxi-

mum of 5 V/500 mA. Do not connect USB devices that

have a rating above this, since this can cause damage

to the instrument itself.

NOTE

NOTICE

• Avoid connecting or disconnecting the USB device

while executing playback/recording and file manage-

ment operations (such as Save, Copy, Delete, and For-

mat), or when accessing the USB device. Failure to

observe this might result in “freezing” of the operation

of the instrument or corruption of the USB device and

the data.

• When connecting then disconnecting the USB device

(and vice versa), make sure to wait a few seconds

between the two operations.

• Do not use extension cables to connect USB devices;

connect the device directly.

The format operation overwrites any previously existing

data. Make sure that the USB flash drive you are formatting

does not contain important data.

NOTICE

Connecting a USB Flash Drive

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Connect a USB flash drive to the [USB TO

DEVICE] terminal, and wait until “USB”

appears on the left corner of the display.

The “USB” indication confirms that the connected

USB flash drive has been mounted or recognized.

While holding down the [SHIFT] button,

press the [FUNCTION] button to call up

the File Control display.

 If “UnFormat” followed by “Format?”

appears:

This indicates that the connected USB flash

drive requires formatting. Execute the Format

operation by following the instructions starting

with step 2 on page 58.

Rotate the dial to select an operation,

and then press the [ENTER] button.

For details, refer to the table on the right.

File Control Display List

Using USB Flash Drives

Before using a USB flash drive, be sure to read “Precautions

when using the [USB TO DEVICE] terminal” on page 56.

Messages might appear on the display during File Control pro-

cedures to aid in operation. Refer to the Message List on page

60 for details.

• The File Control display cannot be called up in the follow-

ing situations.

- During playback and recording of Styles, Grooves, or

Songs

- During Quick Sampling mode or Audio mode

- When “USB” does not appear even if you have con-

nected a USB flash drive to the [USB TO DEVICE] ter-

minal.

• No sound will be produced if the keyboard is played

while the File Control display is showing. Only buttons

related to File Control operations will be active.

NOTICE

NOTE

Preparing to connect

(flashing)

Connection complete

(steady)

SaveSMPL

Press and hold

NOTE

Display File Control function Reference

SaveSMPL

Saving a Sample to a USB Flash

Drive

Reference

Manual

(Page 11)

LoadSMPL

Loading a Sample from a USB Flash

Drive

Del SMPL

Deleting a Sample in a USB Flash

Drive

DelAUDIO

Deleting an Audio Song in a USB

Flash Drive

SaveSMF

Saving an SMF File in a USB Flash

Drive

Del SMF

Deleting an SMF File in a USB Flash

Drive

SaveUSER

Saving User Data (User File) to a USB

Flash Drive

LoadUSER

Loading User Data (User File) from a

USB Flash Drive

Del USER

Deleting User Data (User File) in a USB

Flash Drive

LoadSTY

Loading a Style File

Imp.WAV

Loading a WAV File from a USB Flash

Drive

Format? Formatting a USB Flash Drive Page 58

Exit?

Exiting the File Control Display

Page 58

Valid file locations in the USB flash drive

If you manage the files in the USB flash drive by using a

computer, etc., make sure to store the files either in the

USB flash drive’s root directory or a first-level/second-

level folder in the root directory. Files stored in third-level-

folders cannot be selected and played by the instrument.

File name displays

File names containing Japanese half-width katakana

characters will only be properly displayed if the instru-

ment’s display language is set to “Japanese” (page 67,

Function 082). All display information other than file

names will be displayed in English even if “Japanese” is

selected.

Can be selected/

played.

Cannot be selected/

played.

USB Flash Drive

File

If there is a large amount of data in the USB flash drive, it

might take some time to read the files.

NOTE

Connecting a USB Flash Drive

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Rotate the dial until “Exit?” appears.

Press the [ENTER] button to exit the File

Control display.

The Format operation lets you prepare commercially

available USB flash drives for use with the instru-

ment.

Perform steps 1 to 3 of “Using a USB

Flash Drive” (page 57) to display “For-

mat?”

Press the [ENTER] button.

The confirmation message “Sure?” will appear.

To cancel the operation, press the [EXIT] button.

Press the [ENTER] button to format the

USB flash drive.

After a while, the “Complete” message indicating

completion of the operation appears, and a folder

named “USER FILES” will be created in the USB

flash drive. The instrument returns to the display

described in Step 1.

Exit the File Control display.

For details about this operation, refer to “Exiting

the File Control Display” in the left column of this

page.

Exiting the File Control Display

You can also press one of the following buttons to exit the File

Control display.

•[EXIT] button

• [FUNCTION] button

• [VOICE] button

• [SONG/AUDIO] button

• [STYLE] button

• [GROOVE CREATOR] button

• [PORTABLE GRAND] button

Exit?

NOTE

Formatting a USB Flash Drive

The format operation overwrites any previously existing

data. Make sure that the USB flash drive you are formatting

does not contain important data.

The Format operation cannot be cancelled during exe-

cution. Never turn off the power or disconnect the USB

flash drive during the operation. Doing so might result

in data loss.

NOTICE

Format?

NOTICE

Connecting a USB Flash Drive

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The following types of data on this instrument can be

saved to a USB flash drive. For details about how to

save each type of data, refer to the Reference Man-

ual on the website (page 11).

User Data

The following three types of data on this instrument

are called “User data.” User data is saved as a single

“User File” (.usr).

• All 10 User Songs (page 34)

• Style data transferred from a computer and

read into Styles 291 to 300

• All Registration Memory settings (page 51)

User Songs

User Songs are converted to MIDI files (SMF, format

0) and are saved one song at a time.

Samples

Samples that are assigned to Quick Sampling pads

are individually saved as sample files for each pad.

The following types of data saved to a USB flash

drive can be loaded in this instrument. For details

about how to load each type of data, refer to the Ref-

erence Manual on the website (page 11).

User Data

All of the User data in a User File (.usr) is imported.

All 10 User Songs, Style data in Styles 291 to 300,

and all Registration Memory data in the instrument

will be replaced with the data imported from the USB

flash drive.

Style Data

Style files (.sty) created externally can be imported

into Styles 291 to 300 and used in the same way as

built-in Styles.

Sample Data

Sample files are imported and re-assigned to the

Quick Sampling pads. Audio files (WAV files) can

also be saved as new samples.

You can delete the following files in a USB flash

drive. For details about how to delete these files,

refer to the Reference Manual on the website (page

11) .

• User files

• MIDI files

• Audio files (WAV files)

•Sample files

Saving Data to a USB Flash Drive

SMF (Standard MIDI File) format

This is a format for recording the content played on the

keyboard as MIDI data. Format 0 and format 1 are avail-

able. A large number of MIDI devices are compatible with

SMF Format 0, and most commercially available MIDI

files are provided in SMF Format 0.

Loading User Data

from a USB Flash Drive

MIDI files cannot be imported as User Songs. MIDI files can be

played as files on a USB flash drive, or transferred to the instru-

ment's internal memory and played as a downloaded Song

(pages 34, 57).

Deleting Data in a USB Flash

Drive

NOTE

Connecting a USB Flash Drive

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File-related Message List

Message Meaning

Can'tUse Files cannot be used at this time, because

the USB flash drive is reading or writing.

Complete An operation, such as saving or transfer-

ring data, is complete.

DataErr The data is not in the correct format.

DiskFull Data cannot be saved because the flash

drive has become full. Delete any unnec-

essary data or use another USB flash

drive.

Error There is an error in the file, or an error

occurred during the operation.

FileFull The file(s) cannot be saved, because the

number of files exceeds the capacity.

Delete any unnecessary data or use

another USB flash drive.

NoData There is no data in the memory.

NoFile There are no files in the memory.

Ovr

(Flashes)

Communication with the USB flash drive

has been shut down because of overcur-

rent to the USB flash drive. Disconnect the

USB flash drive from the [USB TO

DEVICE] terminal and then restart the

instrument.

Protect Writing is not possible because the USB

flash drive is write-protected. Turn off the

write-protect switch or use another USB

flash drive that is not write-protected.

UnFormat An unformatted USB flash drive is con-

nected.

UseAdpt If a battery is used to power the instru-

ment, writing to a USB flash drive is not

possible. Use an AC adaptor.

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The Functions

The “Functions” provide access to a range of detailed instrument parameters such as Tun-

ing, Split Point, Voices, and Effects. Find the desired item in the Function List (page 62-67),

and then follow the instructions below.

Press the [FUNCTION] button to call up

the Function Settings.

Rotate the dial until the desired item and

Function appear in the display, or use

the [+] and [−] buttons.

When the desired Function appears on

the display, press the [ENTER] button.

The current value for that Function appears.

Use the dial or the [+] and [−] buttons to

set the value of the selected function.

To restore the default value, press the [+] and [−]

buttons simultaneously.

Press the [ENTER] button to exit the

Value Settings display.

The instrument returns to the display described in

Step 2.

Some Function settings are maintained even if

you turn off the power, and can be transferred to

a computer as Backup data. For details, refer to

page 68.

Press the [FUNCTION] button to exit the

Function Settings display.

Basic Procedure in the Function

Display

The following functions are executed as soon as this opera-

tion is performed.

• Song Melody Voice (Function 036)

• Initial Send (Function 067)

SplitPnt

004

Current item

Current Function

number

NOTE

Changing the value will directly change the setting.

You can also press one of the following buttons to exit the

Function Settings display.

• [VOICE] button

• [STYLE] button

• [SONG] button

• [GROOVE CREATOR] button

SplitPnt

004

054

Value of the current item

Press both simultaneously to

recall the default setting.

Increment

value by 1

Decrement

value by 1

NOTE

The Functions

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Function List

Function

Number

Function Display Range/Settings

Default

Value

Description

Backup

Overall

001 Transpose Transpos −12 to 12 0 Sets the pitch in semitones.

002 Tuning Tuning

427.0 Hz to 453.0

440.0 Hz

Determines the pitch of the entire instrument in increments of

approximately 0.2 Hz.



003

Pitch Bend Range

PB Range 01 to 12 2 Determines the range of change for pitch bending.

004

Split Point

SplitPnt

036 to 096 (C1 to

C6; PSR-E473)/

028 to 103 (E0 to

G6; PSR-EW425)

054

(F#2)

Determines the point for dividing the keyboard into left and

right areas. The specified key and the keys to the left of it

become the left-hand area (Auto Accompaniment area).



005 Touch Response TouchRes

1 (Soft)

2 (Medium)

3 (Hard)

4 (Fixed)

(Medium)

Determines the sensitivity when playing the keyboard (the rate

at which the volume changes depending on the strength with

which you play the keyboard).

• 1 (Soft): Allows maximum loudness to be produced with rel-

atively light key pressure.

• 2 (Medium): Produces a fairly “standard” keyboard

response.

• 3 (Hard): Requires strong playing to produce high volume.

• 4 (Fixed): All notes are produced at the same volume no

matter how hard the keyboard is played.



Main Voice

006 Volume M.Volume 000 to 127 * Determines the volume of the Main Voice.

007 Octave M.Octave −2 to +2 * Determines the octave range for the Main Voice.

008 Pan M.Pan

L63 to L01,

C, R01 to R63

Determines the panning (position where audio is heard) of the

Main Voice.

009 Reverb Depth M.Reverb 000 to 127 * Determines the amount of Reverb applied to the Main Voice.

010 Chorus Depth M.Chorus 000 to 127 * Determines the amount of Chorus applied to the Main Voice.

011 Attack Time M.Attack 000 to 127 064

Determines how fast the volume of the Main Voice reaches the

Attack level. The larger the value, the slower the attack rate.

The smaller the value, the faster the attack rate.

012 Release Time M.Releas 000 to 127 064

Determines how fast the volume of the Main Voice falls to 0

when the note is released. The larger the value, the longer the

sustain. The smaller the value, the shorter the sustain.

013 Filter Cutoff M.Cutoff 000 to 127 064

Determines the cutoff frequency. The higher the value, the

brighter the sound.

014 Filter Resonance M.Reso. 000 to 127 064

Determines the amount of Resonance applied at the cutoff fre-

quency. Increasing the Resonance to emphasize the frequen-

cies at the cutoff frequency results in an exaggerated peak.

Dual Voice

015 Voice D.Voice 001 to 820 * Selects a Dual Voice.

016 Volume D.Volume 000 to 127 * Determines the volume of the Dual Voice.

017 Octave D.Octave −2 to +2 * Determines the octave range for the Dual Voice.

018 Pan D.Pan

L63 to L01,

C, R01 to R63

Determines the panning (stereo position where audio is heard)

of the Dual Voice.

019 Reverb Depth D.Reverb 000 to 127 * Determines the amount of Reverb applied to the Dual Voice.

020 Chorus Depth D.Chorus 000 to 127 * Determines the amount of Chorus applied to the Dual Voice.

021 Attack Time D.Attack 000 to 127 064

Determines how fast the volume of the Dual Voice reaches the

Attack level. The larger the value, the slower the attack rate.

The smaller the value, the faster the attack rate.

022 Release Time D.Releas 000 to 127 064

Determines how fast the volume of the Dual Voice falls to 0 when

the note is released. The larger the value, the longer the sustain.

The smaller the value, the shorter the sustain.

023 Filter Cutoff D.Cutoff 000 to 127 064

Determines the cutoff frequency. The higher the value, the

brighter the sound.

024 Filter Resonance D.Reso. 000 to 127 064

Determines the amount of Resonance applied at the cutoff fre-

quency. Increasing the Resonance to emphasize the frequen-

cies at the cutoff frequency, results in an exaggerated peak.

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Split Voice

025 Voice S.Voice 001 to 820

089

(

FngrBass

)

Selects a Split Voice.

026 Volume S.Volume 000 to 127 * Determines the volume of the Split Voice.

027 Octave S.Octave −2 to +2 * Determines the octave range for the Split Voice.

028 Pan S.Pan

L63 to L01,

C, R01 to R63

Determines the panning (stereo position where audio is heard)

of the Split Voice.

029 Reverb Depth S.Reverb 000 to 127 * Determines the amount of Reverb applied to the Split Voice.

030 Chorus Depth S.Chorus 000 to 127 * Determines the amount of Chorus applied to the Split Voice.

Style

031 Volume StyleVol 000 to 127 100 Determines the volume of the Style. 

032 Fingering Type FingType

1 (Multi)

2 (Smart Chord)

1 (Multi)

When playing back a Style, this determines the method for

playing chords (Fingering Type) in the Auto Accompaniment

area.

• 1 (Multi): Play the notes of a chord to play back Auto

Accompaniment. However, for major, minor, seventh, and

minor seventh chords, you can play them by pressing only

1 to 3 keys on the keyboard.

• 2 (Smart Chord): Play only the root note of a chord to play

back Auto Accompaniment.



033 Smart Chord Key S.ChdKey

FL7 to FL1,

SP0, SP1 to SP7

SP0

If Smart Chord is selected as the Fingering Type, this deter-

mines the key of the song based on the number of sharps (

and flats (b) shown on the score. If the key is set correctly, sim-

ply play the root note of a chord and the chord that matches the

song will be played automatically.

• FL7 to FL1: When a song has 1 to 7 flats (b)

• SP0: When a song has no sharps or flats

• SP1 to SP7: When a song has 1 to 7 sharps (#)

Groove

034 Volume GroovVol 000 to 127 100 Determines the volume of the Groove. 

Song

035 Volume SongVol 000 to 127 100 Determines the volume of the Song. 

036 Song Melody Voice MelodyVc --

Changes the Melody Voice of the Song to be the same as the

currently selected Main Voice. If the [ENTER] button is pressed

while the Function name is displayed, it will be executed imme-

diately.

Changes to Melody Voice are temporary and are not saved to

the Song. If the Song is loaded again, the original settings will

be restored.

Effects

037 Reverb Type Reverb

Refer to the data

list

** Determines the type of Reverb.

038 Reverb Total Level RevLevel 000 to 127 64 Determines the volume of the Reverb effect.

039 Chorus Type Chorus

Refer to the data

list

** Determines the type of Chorus.

040 Master EQ Type MasterEQ

1 (Standard)

2 (Piano)

3 (Bright)

4 (Mild)

(Standard)

Adjusts the loudness of specific frequencies for the total sound.

If Mega Boost is on, “--- (M Boost 1/2)” is displayed.

• 1 (Standard): Standard setting

• 2 (Piano): Optimum for solo piano performance

• 3 (Bright): Lowers the mid range for a brighter sound

• 4 (Mild): Lowers the high range for a softer sound

DSP

041 DSP1 Type DSP1Type

Refer to the data

list

* Determines the type of DSP1 effect, or turns DSP1 off.

042 DSP2 Type DSP2Type

Refer to the data

list

01 Determines the type of DSP2 effect.

043 DSP2 Part DSP2Part

1 (All)

2 (Keyboard)

3 (Backing)

4 (Mic)

5 (Sampling)

1 (All)

Determines which parts DSP2 effects are applied to. For

details, refer to page 28.

Function

Number

Function Display Range/Settings

Default

Value

Description

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Microphone

044 Volume MicVol 000 to 127

Depends

on the

mic type

Determines the volume of the microphone input. 

045 Pan MicPan

L63 to L01,

C, R01 to R63

Depends

on the

mic type

Determines the panning (stereo position where audio is heard)

of the microphone input. However, if the microphone is off or the

Mic type is set to “TALK,” “---” is displayed and this option cannot

be set.



046 Reverb Depth MicRev 000 to 127

Depends

on the

mic type

Determines the amount of Reverb applied to the microphone

input. However, if the Microphone is off or the Mic type is set to

“TALK,” “---” is displayed and this value cannot be set.



047 Chorus Depth MicChor 000 to 127

Depends

on the

mic type

Determines the amount of Chorus applied to the Microphone

input. However, if the Microphone is off or the Mic type is set to

“TALK,” “---” is displayed and this value cannot be set.



Sampling

048 Blank Cut BlankCut ON/OFF ON

When set to “ON,” determines whether silent areas are cut

automatically at the beginning and end of Samples.



049

Sampling Pad Vol-

ume

SmplVol 000 to 127 100

Determines the volume of Samples that are saved to the Quick

Sampling pads.

Harmony/Arpeggio

050

Harmony Type/

Arpeggio Type

Harm/Arp

Refer to the data

list

* Determines the Harmony type or Arpeggio type.

051 Harmony Volume HarmVol 000 to 127 * Determines the volume of the Harmony effect.

052 Arpeggio Velocity ArpVelo

1 (Original)

2 (Key)

Depends

on the

Arpeg-

gio type

Confirms/changes how to determine the velocity of the audio

generated by the Arpeggio function.

• 1 (Original): Uses the default value for each type.

• 2 (Key): Uses the velocity of the pressed key.

These settings are temporary and are not saved for each type.

When a type is selected again, the default value is restored.

053 Arpeggio Quantize Quantize

1 (OFF)

2 (1/8)

3 (1/16)

Depends

on the

Arpeg-

gio type

Confirms/changes the Arpeggio Quantize settings. Arpeggio

Quantize is a function that corrects the timing of the Arpeggio

audio so that it matches the playback of the Song/Style/

Groove.

• 1 (OFF): No correction is made.

• 2 (1/8): Corrects the timing to sync with 8th notes.

• 3 (1/16): Corrects the timing to sync with 16th notes.

Pedal

054 Pedal Function PdlFunc

1 (Sustain)

2 (Arpeggio Hold)

3 (Sus+ArpeggioH)

4 (Art.)

(Sustain)

Determines the Function assigned to the footswitch connected

to the [SUSTAIN] jack.

• 1 (Sustain): While you press the footswitch you can still

hear a note sustain even after you release the keyboard.

• 2 (Arpeggio Hold): During Arpeggio playback, while you

press the footswitch the Arpeggio continues to sound even

if you release the keyboard.

• 3 (Sus+ArpeggioH): Both Functions described in 1 and 2

above are applied at the same time.

• 4 (Art.): While you press the footswitch, an Articulation

effect is applied.

Function

Number

Function Display Range/Settings

Default

Value

Description

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Scale Tuning

055 Scale Scale

1 (Equal)

2 (Pure Maj)

3 (Pure min)

4 (Bayat)

5 (Rast)

1 (Equal)

Determines the temperament to use. If the temperament is

changed, the pitch of each key will change.

• 1 (Equal): Equal temperament

• 2 (Pure Maj): Pure Major

• 3 (Pure min): Pure Minor

• 4 (Bayat): Bayat (Arabic)

• 5 (Rast): Rast (Arabic)

If a unique temperament is set using Functions 057 and 058,

“(Edited)” appears in the Scale display. If the value is changed

and 1 to 5 is selected, the unique temperament setting will be

lost.

056 Base Note BaseNote

01 (C), 02 (C

#),

03 (D), 04 (Eb),

05 (E), 06 (F),

07 (F#), 08 (G),

09 (Ab), 10 (A),

11 ( B b), 12 (B)

01 (C)

Determines the tonic note of the scale. Make sure to specify

the appropriate base note, if you select a scale other than

Equal Temperament, or create an original scale via Scale Tune

function.

057 Tuning Note TuneNote

01 (C), 02 (C

#),

03 (D), 04 (Eb),

05 (E), 06 (F),

07 (F#), 08 (G),

09 (Ab), 10 (A),

11 ( B b), 12 (B)

01 (C)

Determines the pitch of individual notes. You can use this

Function to set your own temperament.

• 057 “Tuning Note”: Selects the notes to set the pitch.

• 058 “Tuning”: Determines the pitch of the note. Determines

the difference from equal temperament in units of 1 cent (a

unit of pitch that is 1/100th of a semitone).

If the value for Function 055 “Scale” is changed after making

the above settings, all unique temperament settings will be

erased.

When a unique temperament is set, saving it to the Registra-

tion Memory (page 51) is recommended.

058 Tuning Tune −64 to 63

Depends

on the

Scale

Metronome

059

Time Signature

Numerator

TimeSigN 00 to 60 ** Determines the time signature of the Metronome.

060

Time Signature

Denominator

TimeSigD

Half note, Quar-

ter note, Eighth

note,

Sixteenth note

** Determines the length of each metronome beat.

061 Metronome Volume MetroVol 000 to 127 100 Determines the volume of the Metronome. 

MIDI

062 Local Control Local ON/OFF ON

Determines whether the instrument’s keyboard controls the

internal tone generator (ON) or not (OFF). When this is set to

OFF, the internal sound will not sound even if you play the key-

board.

063 External Clock ExtClock ON/OFF OFF

Determines whether the instrument synchronizes to the inter-

nal clock (OFF) or an external clock (ON). When you want to

sync the Style or Arpeggio performance with the tempo of a

computer app or an external device, set this to [ON].

064 Keyboard Out KbdOut ON/OFF ON

Determines whether MIDI messages generated via keyboard

performance are transmitted (ON) or not (OFF) from the [USB

TO HOST] terminal.

065 Style Out StyleOut ON/OFF OFF

Determines whether MIDI messages generated via Style play-

back are transmitted (ON) or not (OFF) from the [USB TO

HOST] terminal.

066 Song Out SongOut ON/OFF OFF

Determines whether MIDI messages generated via Song play-

back are transmitted (ON) or not (OFF) from the [USB TO

HOST] terminal.

067 Initial Send InitSend --

Allows you to send the data of the panel settings to a computer.

If the [ENTER] button is pressed while the Function name is

displayed, it will be executed immediately. When you record

your keyboard performance to a computer app via MIDI, it is

best to execute this Function immediately after starting record-

ing.

Function

Number

Function Display Range/Settings

Default

Value

Description

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Audio

068

[AUX IN] Audio

Volu me

AuxInVol 000 to 127 50

Determines the volume of audio playback that is input from the

[AUX IN] jack.



069

[USB TO HOST]

[USB TO DEVICE]

Audio Volume

USBInVol 000 to 127 100

Determines the volume of audio playback that is input from the

[USB TO HOST] and [USB TO DEVICE] terminals.



070 Audio Loop Back Loopback ON/OFF ON

Determines whether Audio sound input from the [USB TO

HOST] terminal is returned to the computer or not with the per-

formance played on the instrument. If you want to output only

the sound played on this instrument to the computer, set this

parameter to “OFF.”



071 Melody Suppressor MelodySP ON/OFF OFF

When the audio of an external audio device or a computer con-

nected to the [AUX IN] terminal or the [USB TO HOST] terminal

is output through this instrument, determines whether to cancel

or lower the volume of the melody part (ON) or not (OFF).

072

Melody Suppressor

Pan

SupprPan

L63 to L01,

C, R01 to R63

When Melody Suppressor is on, determines where in the left to

right panning (stereo position of audio) to cancel or lower the

volume of the audio.

Registration Freeze

073 Style Freeze StyleFrz ON/OFF OFF

When calling up a Registration Memory, setting this to “ON”

prevents the Style setting from changing and instead maintains

(freezes) it at the current setting.



074 Transpose Freeze TransFrz ON/OFF OFF

When calling up a Registration Memory, setting this to “ON”

prevents the Transpose setting from changing and instead

maintains (freezes) it at the current setting.



075 Voice Freeze VoiceFrz ON/OFF OFF

When calling up a Registration Memory, setting this to “ON”

prevents the Voice setting from changing and instead main-

tains (freezes) it at the current setting.



Storage

076 Storage Mode Storage ON/OFF OFF

Set to “ON” when transferring files between the instrument and

a computer. While Storage Mode is on, you cannot play the

instrument.

Demo

077 Demo Group DemoGrp

1 (Demo)

2 (Preset)

3 (User)

4 (Download)

5 (USB)

6 (AUDIO)

(Demo)

Determines the target for continuous playback when the

[DEMO] button is pressed.

• 1 (Demo): Preset Songs 001 to 003

• 2 (Preset): All Preset Songs 001 to 030

• 3 (User): All User Songs

• 4 (Download): All Songs transferred from a computer

• 5 (USB): All Songs (MIDI files) in the connected USB flash

drive

• 6 (AUDIO): All Audio files (WAV files) in the connected USB

flash drive



078 Playback Mode PlayMode

1 (Normal)

2 (Random)

(Normal)

Determines the Song order for continuous playback when the

[DEMO] button is pressed.

• 1 (Normal): Playback in the order of Song numbers

• 2 (Random): Playback in random order



Speaker

079 Speaker Speaker

1 (HPSwitch)

2 (SP On)

3 (SP Off)

(HPSwitch)

Determines whether to output audio from the instrument’s

speakers.

• 1 (HPSwitch): When headphones are connected, audio is

output from the headphones but not the speakers. When

headphones are not connected, audio is output from the

speakers.

• 2 (SP On): Audio is output from the speakers, regardless of

whether or not headphones are connected.

• 3 (SP Off): Audio is not output from the speakers, regard-

less of whether or not headphones are connected.

Function

Number

Function Display Range/Settings

Default

Value

Description

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* The appropriate value is automatically set for each Voice.

** The appropriate value is automatically set for each Style, Song and Groove Creator.

080 Auto Power Off AutoOff

OFF, 5/10/15/

30/60/120

(minutes)

minutes

Determines the time that will elapse before the instrument’s

power is automatically turned off. When set to “OFF,” the power

does not turn off automatically.



081 Battery Battery

1 (Alkaline)

2 (Ni-MH)

(Alkaline)

Determines the type of batteries to use.

• 1 (Alkaline): Alkaline batteries, manganese batteries

• 2 (Ni-MH): Rechargeable nickel metal hydride batteries



Language

082 Language Language

1 (English)

2 (Japanese)

(English)

Determines the language for displaying the names of files on

USB flash drives, and files transferred from a computer to the

instrument. However, double-byte characters are not displayed

even if “2 (Japanese)” is selected.



The MIDI and Audio settings are designed specifically for convenient use for when an external device such as a computer is connected

to the [USB TO HOST] terminal (page 54).

Function

Number

Function Display Range/Settings

Default

Value

Description

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Backup and Initialization

The following Backup parameters will be maintained

even if the power is turned off.

In addition to the Backup parameters above, all the

files (including Style files that have not been loaded)

transferred from the connected computer will be

maintained, even if you turn off the power.

You can erase the backup parameter settings

described above, and then restore all the default fac-

tory settings. The instrument can be initialized with

the following two methods.

Backup Clear

This operation initializes the backup parameters.

While holding down the highest white key, press the

[ ] (Standby/On) switch to turn the power on.

Flash Clear

This operation deletes all the Songs and Styles that

have been transferred from a computer. However,

data that has been loaded into Styles 291 to 300 will

not be deleted.

While simultaneously holding the highest white key

and the three highest black keys, press the []

(Standby/On) switch to turn the power on.

Backup Data

Backup parameters (each time)

• User Songs (page 34)

• Styles loaded from external devices (Styles 291 to

300) (*)

• Samples saved to Quick Sampling pads (page 42)

* For details about how to load Style files, refer to the

Reference Manual on the website (page 11).

Backup parameters when turning off the power

• Registration Memory (page 51)

• Function settings: (page 62 to 67)

Settings with a check mark in the “Backup” column in

the Function List are backed up.

• Backups are executed automatically when the power is

turned off. However, please note that backups are not exe-

cuted and the settings will be lost if the power is turned off

in the following situations.

• Disconnected AC adaptor

• Power failure

• Low or no battery power

Backup files (.BUP)

Backup files (.BUP) that can be transferred to a computer

or smart device contain the following data.

• User Songs (Songs 031 to 040)

• Styles loaded from external devices (Styles 291 to

300)

• Data described in “Backup parameters when turn-

ing off the power” above

For details about how to transfer backup files, refer to

page 55.

NOTICE

Initializing the Instrument

Keep in mind that this operation also deletes any data you

have purchased and loaded. Be sure to save important data

to a computer. For details, refer to the Computer-related

Operations on the website (page 11).

Highest note on the

keyboard (white key)

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board (white key) and

highest three black keys

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Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Cause and Solution

When the instrument is turned on after pressing the

[ ] (Standby/On) switch, a popping sound is tempo-

rarily produced.

This is normal and indicates that the instrument is receiving elec-

trical power. When turning on the power, turn the [MASTER VOL-

UME] all the way down.

When the instrument is turned on after pressing the

[ ] (Standby/On) switch, power is turned off suddenly

and unexpectedly.

If an AC adaptor other than the one specified is used, power might

be turned off suddenly and unexpectedly. Use only the specified

AC adaptor (page 72).

When using a mobile phone, noise is produced in the

instrument’s speakers and/or headphones.

Using a mobile phone in close proximity to the instrument might

produce interference. To prevent this, turn off the mobile phone or

use it further away from the instrument.

The instrument automatically turns off even when no

operation is performed.

This is normal. This occurs due to the Auto Power Off function

(page 18).

• The volume is too low.

• The sound quality is poor.

• The Style/Groove/Song/Arpeggio stops unexpect-

edly or will not play.

• The recorded data of the song, etc. does not play cor-

rectly.

• The LCD display suddenly goes dark, and all panel

settings are reset.

• The instrument turns off when a USB flash drive is

connected.

The battery power is low or empty. Replace all the batteries with

completely new ones or completely recharged ones, or use the

AC adaptor.

No sound is produced even when the keyboard is

played, or when a Song, Style, or Groove is played

back.

Check if a set of headphones is connected to the [PHONES] jack.

Either unplug the headphones, or set Function 079 “Speakers”

(page 66) to “2 (SP On).”

Function 079 “Speakers” (page 66) is set to “3 (SP Off).” Set it to

either “1 (HPSwitch)” or “2 (SP On).”

Function 062 “Local Control” (page 65) is set to OFF. Normally,

this parameter should be set to ON.

The footswitch (for sustain) seems to produce the oppo-

site effect.

For example, pressing the footswitch cuts off the sound

and releasing it sustains the sounds.

This happens either because you were stepping on the footswitch

while turning the power on, or the footswitch was connected/dis-

connected while the power is on. Turn off the power, and then turn

it on again while being careful not to step on the footswitch.

Not all of the Voices seem to sound when playing the

keyboard, or the sound seems to be cut off when play-

ing Arpeggio, Style, Song, Groove Creator or the

QUICK SAMPLING pads.

You have exceeded 64 simultaneous notes, which is the maxi-

mum polyphony (the maximum amount of notes that can be

played simultaneously) of this instrument. If the Main, Dual, and

Split Voices are being used along with playback of Arpeggio,

Style, Groove or Song, some notes/sounds may be omitted (or

“stolen”).

The sound of the Voice changes from note to note. This is normal. The tone generation method uses multiple record-

ings (samples) of an instrument across the range of the keyboard;

thus, the actual sound of the Voice may be slightly different from

note to note.

The keyboard performance and playback of Style/Song/

Groove Creator produces an unexpected or inappropri-

ate sound, and cannot be restored to the normal status.

An unintended setting was made due to operation of the LIVE

CONTROL knob. To undo this, reset the panel settings by turning

off DSP2, changing the Voice, Style, Song or Groove Creator, or

pressing the [PORTABLE GRAND] button.

The Style, Song or Groove Creator does not start even

when the [START/STOP] button is pressed. The Arpeg-

gio does not start even when the note is pressed with

the Arpeggio turned on.

Function 063 “External Clock” (page 65) is set to ON. Normally,

this parameter should be set to OFF.

The volume of the Style, Song or Groove Creator is too

low.

Check the volume setting for each function (page 63).

The chords played in the left-hand area cannot be rec-

ognized even when ACMP is turned on.

The setting for Function 004 “Split Point” (page 62) is not correct.

Set it to an appropriate value.

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Refer to also to the Message Lists (pages 36, 50, 60) as required.

Style parts other than the Rhythm part produce no

sound.

Style (ACMP) is not on. Press the [ACMP ON/OFF] button to dis-

play the ACMP indicator. (page 31)

When a particular Style is selected, no rhythm is played

even when the [START/STOP] button is pressed.

This is normal. For styles that do not have any rhythm data, there

will be no sound when you try to play back only the rhythm part. In

that case, the accompaniment will play back only if you turn

ACMP on and play chords in the Auto Accompaniment area.

The ACMP indicator does not appear on the display

when the [ACMP ON/OFF] button is pressed.

A Style has not been selected. When using a Style, press the

[STYLE] button to turn on the [STYLE] lamp.

The instrument does not respond when operated. Function 076 “Storage Mode” (page 66) is set to ON. Set Storage

Mode to OFF.

The Style does not play back according to the chord

that is played.

The setting for Function 032 “Fingering Type” (pages 33, 63) does

not fit with how the chords are being played. Check the settings.

For details about how these settings affect the way the instrument

recognizes the played chords, refer to the Reference Manual on

the website (page 11).

If Function 032 “Fingering Type” (pages 33, 63) is set to “1 (Multi),”

the following responses to User operations may occur. However,

this is normal.

• If similar chords are played in succession (such as a minor sev-

enth chord followed by a minor chord with the same root note),

the Style might not change.

• If only two keys are played, the optimum chord will be detected

based on the played chord immediately before.

• If an octave is played, only the root note will be heard in the

accompaniment.

The Smart Device app does not recognize the instru-

ment.

Function 076 “Storage Mode” (page 66) is set to ON. Set Storage

Mode to OFF.

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Specifications

PSR-E473 PSR-EW425

Product Name

Digital Keyboard

Size/Weight

Dimensions (W x D x H)

992 mm × 404 mm × 136 mm

(39-1/16” x 15-7/8” x 5-3/8”)

1200 mm × 404 mm × 136 mm

(47-1/4” x 15-7/8” x 5-3/8”)

Weight

7.0 kg (15 lbs., 7 oz.)

(not including batteries)

8.3 kg (18 lbs., 5 oz.)

(not including batteries)

Control

Interface

Keyboard

Number of Keys 61 76

Touch Response Soft, Medium, Hard, Fixed

Other

Controllers

Pitch Bend Wheel Yes

Knobs 2

Panel Language English

Voice s

Ton e

Generation

Tone Generation

Technology

AWM Stereo Sampling

Polyphony (max.) 64

Preset Number of Voices

820

(294 Panel Voices + 28 Drum/SFX kits

+ 40 Arpeggio + 458 XGlite Voices)

820

(294 Panel Voices + 28 Drum/SFX kits

+ 40 Arpeggio + 458 XGlite Voices)

Compatibility GM, XGlite

Effects

Types

Reverb 12

Chorus 5

Master EQ 4

DSP

DSP1:41

DSP2:12

Accompani-

ment Styles

Preset

Number of Styles 290

Fingering Multi finger, Smart Chord

Style Control

ACMP ON/OFF, SYNC START, SYNC STOP, START/STOP,

INTRO/ENDING/rit., MAIN/AUTO FILL, TRACK ON/OFF

External Styles 10

Other

Features

One Touch Setting

(OTS)

Ye s

Compatibility Style File Format (SFF)

Groove

Creator

Preset

Number of Grooves 35

Number of Sections 5 (4 Sections + 1 Musical Climax/Ending)

Songs

(MIDI)

Preset

Number of Preset

Songs

Recording

Number of Songs 10

Number of Tracks 6 (5 Melody + 1 Style/Groove Creator)

Data Capacity Approx. 19,000 notes (when only “melody” tracks are recorded)

Format

Playback SMF (Formats 0 & 1)

Recording Original File Format (SMF 0 conversion function)

USB Audio

Recorder

Recording Time (max.) 80 minutes (approx. 0.9 GB) per Song

Format

Playback WAV(44.1 kHz, 16 bit, stereo)

Recording WAV(44.1 kHz, 16 bit, stereo)

Quick

Sampling

Sampling Type Oneshot, Loop

Samples (Preset/User) 4

Sampling Time Approx. 9.6 sec

Sampling Sources AUX IN, MIC INPUT, USB audio interface, WAV format files

Sampling Format Original File Format (16 bit, stereo)

Sampling Rate 44.1 kHz

Functions

Voices

Dual Yes

Split Yes

Harmony 26

Arpeggio 152

Articulation Yes

Specifications

PSR-E473, PSR-EW425 Owner’s Manual

* The contents of this manual apply to the latest specifications as of the publishing date. To obtain the latest manual, access the Yamaha

website then download the manual file. Since specifications, equipment or separately sold accessories may not be the same in every

locale, please check with your Yamaha dealer.

Functions

Registration

Memory

Number of Buttons 4 (x 8 banks)

Control Freeze

Overall

Controls

Metronome Yes

Tempo Range 11 – 280

Transpose -12 to 0, 0 to +12

Tuning 427.0 – 440.0 – 453.0 Hz (approx. 0.2Hz increments)

Octave Button Yes

Scale Type 5 types

Miscella-

neous

PIANO Button Yes

Demo Yes

Melody Suppressor Yes

Crossfade Yes

USB audio interface 44.1 kHz, 16 bit, stereo

Motion Effect 57

Mega Boost 2 steps (approx. +3 dB, and +6 dB)

Storage and

Connectivity

Storage

Internal Memory Approx. 1.72 MB

External Drives USB flash drive

Connectivity

DC IN 12 V 16 V

Headphones Standard stereo phone jack

Microphone Yes

Sustain Pedal Yes

AUX IN Stereo mini jack

OUTPUT Standard stereo phone jacks: L/L+R, R

USB TO DEVICE Yes

USB TO HOST Yes

Sound

System

Amplifiers 6 W + 6 W 12 W + 12 W

Speakers 12cm x 2

Power

Supply

AC Adaptor

PA-150 or an equivalent

recommended by Yamaha

(Output : DC 12V, 1.5 A)

PA-300C (Output : DC 16 V, 2.4 A )

Batteries

Six "AA" size alkaline(LR6),

manganese (R6) or Ni-MH

rechargeable (HR6) batteries

Six "D" size alkaline(LR20),

manganese (R20) or Ni-MH

rechargeable (HR20) batteries

Power Consumption

9 W (When using PA-150 AC adaptor)

11 W (When using PA-300C AC adaptor)

Auto Power Off Yes Yes

Included Accessories

• Owner’s Manual

• AC adaptor* (PA-150 or an equiva-

lent recommended by Yamaha)

* May not be included depending

on your area. Check with your

Yamaha dealer.

•Music Rest

• Online Member Product Registration

• Owner’s Manual

• AC adaptor* (PA-300C or an equiv-

alent recommended by Yamaha)

* May not be included depending

on your area. Check with your

Yamaha dealer.

•Music Rest

• Online Member Product Registration

Separately Sold Accessories

(May not be available depending on your area.)

• AC adaptor: PA-150 or an equiva-

lent recommended by Yamaha

• Keyboard Stand: L-2C

• Headphones: HPH-150/HPH-100/

HPH-50

• Subwoofer: KS-SW100

• Footswitch: FC4A/FC5

• Wireless MIDI adaptor: UD-BT01

• AC adaptor: PA-300C or an equiva-

lent recommended by Yamaha

• Keyboard Stand: L-6

• Headphones: HPH-150/HPH-100/

HPH-50

• Subwoofer: KS-SW100

• Footswitch: FC4A/FC5

• Wireless MIDI adaptor: UD-BT01

PSR-E473 PSR-EW425

PSR-E473, PSR-EW425 Owner’s Manual

Index

A-B Repeat ..............................37

AC Adaptor ..............................16

ACMP ......................................31

Arpeggio ..................................26

Articulation...............................27

Audio File...........................34, 36

Audio Recording ......................46

Auto Accompaniment area ......31

Auto Fill....................................32

Auto Power Off................... 18, 67

Background Music ...................35

Backup.....................................68

Backup Clear ...........................68

Batteries................................... 16

Category (Song) ......................34

Category (Voice, Style)............21

Chord.......................................31

Chorus .....................................39

Chorus Type ............................63

Computer.................................54

Computer-related Operations .. 11

Data List .................................. 11

Demo Song .............................35

Display.....................................22

Downloaded songs ..................34

DSP .........................................28

Dual Voice ...............................24

Effect........................................28

Ending .....................................32

External Audio Device .............54

External Clock .........................65

External Speakers ...................53

Fast Forward............................36

Fast Reverse............................36

File Control display ............ 57, 58

Fingering Type .........................33

Flash Clear ..............................68

Footswitch................................53

Format .....................................58

Freeze......................................52

Functions .................................61

Groove.....................................40

Groove Creator ........................40

Harmony..................................26

Headphones ............................53

Included Accessories...............10

Increase in volume ..................23

Initialization..............................68

Intro .........................................32

Keyboard Stand ....................... 19

Knob ........................................30

Language ................................67

Local Control ...........................65

Loop playback .........................42

Main A/B ..................................32

Main Voice ...............................24

Master EQ Type.......................63

Mega Boost .............................23

Melody Suppressor..................54

Message List ...............36, 50, 60

Metronome ..............................23

Microphone..............................38

MIDI.............................34, 55, 65

MIDI Basics ............................. 11

Motion Effect............................29

Multi-Finger..............................33

Music Rest............................... 10

MUSICAL CLIMAX ..................40

One Touch Setting ...................25

One-shot playback...................42

OTS .........................................25

Pause ......................................36

Pedal .......................................53

PITCH BEND........................... 15

Pitch Bend Range....................62

PORTABLE GRAND................ 14

Power........................... 12, 16, 18

Quick Sampling .......................42

Recording ................................46

Reference Manual ................... 11

Registration Memory ...............51

Retrigger..................................41

Reverb .....................................39

Reverb Type.............................63

S.Art Lite Voice ........................27

Sample ....................................42

Sampling..................................42

Scale Tuning ............................65

Section (Groove) .....................40

Section (Style) .........................32

SHIFT ...................................... 12

Smart Chord ............................33

Smart Chord Key .....................33

Smart Device...........................54

Smart Device Connection

Manual ................................. 11

Song ..................................34, 35

Song book ............................... 11

Song Recording.......................46

Specifications ..........................71

Split Point ..........................31, 62

Split Voice................................25

Style ........................................31

Style Revoicing ........................33

Sustain.....................................53

Sync Start ................................31

Sync Stop ................................32

Talk ..........................................39

Tap Tempo ...............................23

Tempo......................................23

Touch Response......................62

Track (Groove) .........................40

Track (Song) ...................... 37, 47

Track (Style).............................32

Transferring Files .....................55

Transpose ................................62

Troubleshooting .......................69

Tuning ......................................62

USB Audio Interface Function..55

USB Flash Drive ......................56

USB TO DEVICE.....................56

USB TO HOST ........................54

User Song .........................34, 46

Video Manual........................... 11

Voice........................................24

Volume..................................... 12

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