Yamaha YPP-200 manual

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    2 YPP-200 This product utilizes batteries or an external power supply (adapter). DO NOT connect this product to any power supply or adapter other than one described in the manual, on the name plate, or specifically recommended by Yamaha. WARNING: Do not place this product in a position where anyone could walk on, trip over ,or roll anything over po[...]

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    3 YPP-200 FCC INFORMA TION (U.S.A.) 1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT! This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions con- tained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product. 2. IMPORTANT : When connecting this produc[...]

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    (3)-7 1/2 PRECAUTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULL Y BEFORE PROCEEDING * Please keep this man ual in a saf e place f or future ref erence. W ARNING 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[...]

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    (3)-7 2/2 • 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. Also, be sure to set the volumes of all components at their minimum levels and gradually raise the volume controls while playing the instrument[...]

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    6 YPP-200 Introduction Thank you for c hoosing a Y amaha Light Piano YPP-200. Y our YPP-200 is a f ine musical instrument that employs advanced Y amaha music technology . W ith the pr oper car e, your YPP-200 will g ive you many years of musical pleasur e . ● The YPP-200 utilizes Y amaha’s “A WM Stereo Sampling” tone generating Light Piano [...]

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    7 YPP-200 Contents The Control Panel ............................................................... 8 Setting Up ......................................................................... 10 ■ Power supply connections .................................. 10 ■ Accessory Jacks ................................................... 10 ■ Music Stand .[...]

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    8 YPP-200 B0 A0 G0 F0 E0 D0 C0 B-1 A-1 C1 D1 E1 F1 G1 A1 B1 C2 D2 E2 F2 G2 A2 B2 C3 D3 E3 F3 G3 A3 B3 C4 D4 E4 F4 G4 A4 B4 C5 D5 E5 F5 G5 A5 B5 C6 D6 E6 F6 G6 A6 B6 C7 8. 8. 8. The Control Panel 1 [ST ANDBY/ON] Switch Press the [ST ANDBY/ON] switch once to tur n the po wer ON, a second time to turn the po wer OFF . When the po wer is initially turn[...]

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    9 YPP-200 The Control Panel 9 [PRESET SONG] Button This button enter s the preset song mode. While in this mode you can use the [–/NO] and [+/YES] buttons to select from 20 songs. 0 TRACK [1] and [2] Buttons The YPP-200 has a 2-track recor der , and these buttons are used to select the track(s) to be recorded or played back. See page 23 for detai[...]

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    10 YPP-200 Setting Up Stereo System • Before connecting the YPP-200 to other electronic components, turn of f the power for all compo- nents. Before turning the power on or off for all components, set all-volume levels to minimum. CAUTION Power supply connections Using An AC Power Adaptor ..........................................................[...]

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    11 YPP-200 Sequenser Setting Up Music Stand The YPP-200 is supplied with a music stand that can be attached to the instrument by inserting it into the slot at the rear of the control panel. Using the MIDI IN and OUT Connectors ................................ The MIDI IN connector recei ves MIDI data from an exter nal MIDI de vice which can be used[...]

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    12 YPP-200 W ith the A C po wer adaptor connected, simply press the [ST ANDBY/ON] switch until it locks in the ON position. When the instrument is not in use, be sure to turn the po wer off . (Press the switch again so that it pops up.) Set the V olume .................................................................................................[...]

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    13 YPP-200 Demonstration tunes are provided that ef fectively demonstrate each of the YPP-200 ’ s voices. There are also 20 preset songs that you can play individually , all in sequence, or in random order . Here ’ s how you can select and play the demo tunes. • The demo or preset song mode cannot be engaged while a user song recorder (page 2[...]

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    14 YPP-200 Playing the Demonstration T unes Engage the Preset Song Mode ........................................................ Play a Preset Song ........................................................................................ T o play an y of the 20 preset songs provided, use the [–/NO] , [+/YES] buttons to select the number of the tun[...]

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    15 YPP-200 Preset Song A-B Repeat The A-B Repeat function can be used to continuously repeat a specified phrase within a preset song . Combined with the Part Cancel function described belo w , this provides an e xcellent way to practice dif ficult phrases. Specify the Beginning (A) of the Phrase ............................... Select and play a pre[...]

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    16 YPP-200 Preset Song Part Cancel The 20 preset songs ha ve separate left- and right-hand parts that can be turned on and of f as required so you can practice the corresponding part on the ke yboard. The right-hand part is played by TRA CK [1] track, and the left-hand part is played by TRA CK [2] track. T urn the Desired Part Off .................[...]

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    17 YPP-200 The Dual Mode The dual mode makes it possible to play two voices simultaneously across the entire range of the keyboard. T o activ ate the dual mode simply press two v oice selectors at the same time (or press one voice selector while holding another). The voice indica tors of both selected voices will light when the dual mode is acti ve[...]

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    18 YPP-200 Reverb T o select a rev erb type press the [REVERB] button a fe w times until the indicator corresponding to the desired type lights (the indicators light in sequence each time the [REVERB] b utton is pressed). No re verb is produced when all indicators are of f. OFF No reverb effect is selected when no REVERB indicator is lit. ROOM This[...]

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    19 YPP-200 The Effect The [EFFECT] button allows you to select one of the effects that can give your sound greater depth and animation. T o select an effect type press the [EFFECT] b utton a fe w times until the indicator corresponding to the desired type lights (the indicators light in sequence each time the [EFFECT] button is pr essed). No eff ec[...]

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    20 YPP-200 T ouch Sensitivity Four different types of keyboard touch sensitivity — HARD, MEDIUM, SOFT or FIXED — can be selected to match different playing styles and preferences. T o select a touch sensitivity type press the [TOUCH] button a f ew times until the indicator corresponding to the desired type lights (the indicators light in sequen[...]

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    21 YPP-200 T ransposition Use the [–/NO] or [+/YES] b utton while holding the [TRANS- POSE] b utton to transpose do wn or up as required. The transposition range is from “–12” (do wn one octav e) through “0” (normal pitch) to “12” (up one octav e). The amount of tr ansposition appears on the LED display while the [TRANSPOSE] b utton[...]

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    22 YPP-200 The Metronome & T empo Control The YPP-200 built-in metronome is a convenient feature for practice, and it can also provide a solid rhythmic guide when recording using the User Song Recorder feature, described in the next section. The Metronome The metronome sound is alternately turned on and off by pressing the METR ONOME [ST AR T/S[...]

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    23 YPP-200 Using the User Song Recorder The ability to record and play back what you ’ ve played on the YPP-200 key- board can be an effective practice aid. Y ou can, for example, record just the left- hand part, and then practice the right-hand part while playing back the recorded left-hand part. Or , since you can record up to two tracks separa[...]

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    24 YPP-200 Using the User Song Recorder Start Recording ................................................................................................. Recording will begin automatically as soon as you play a note on the ke yboard or press the SONG [ST AR T/STOP] b utton. The current measure number will appear on the display while recording. • [...]

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    25 YPP-200 Playback T o play back what you’ ve r ecorded, first make sure tha t the green track indica- tors of the tracks you want to play are lit. If not, press the corresponding track button(s) so that the y are lit. Then press the SONG [ST AR T/STOP] b utton. Playback starts from the beginning of the recorded data, and will stop automati- cal[...]

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    26 YPP-200 The Function Mode The [FUNCTION] button provides access to a range of functions that give the YPP-200 extraordinary versatility . The functions are categorized in groups as follows: F1 T uning ...................................................................... 27 F2 Scale ...............................................................[...]

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    27 YPP-200 F1 T uning F2 Scale After selecting “ F1 ”, use the [–/NO] and [+/YES] buttons to lo wer or raise the pitch in approximately 0.2 Hz increments (the f irst time the [–/NO] or [+/YES] button is pressed simply switches to the tuning v alue display without actually changing the tuning). The o verall tuning range is from 427.0 Hz to 4[...]

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    28 YPP-200 The Function Mode F3 Dual Mode Functions After selecting “ F3.Y ”, press the [+/YES] b utton to engage the dual-mode function sub- mode, then use the [TEMPO/FUNCTION t , s ] b uttons to select the desired dual mode function, as listed belo w . If the Dual mode is not engaged “ F3.- ” will appear instead of “ F3.Y ” and the Du[...]

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    29 YPP-200 F3.5: 1st V oice Effect Depsth ......................................................................................................... F3.6: 2nd V oice Effect Depth ........................................................................................................... These functions make it possible to indi vidually set the depth [...]

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    30 YPP-200 The Function Mode After selecting “ F7.Y ”, press the [+/YES] b utton to engage the MIDI function sub-mode, then use the [TEMPO/FUNCTION t , s ] b uttons to select the desired MIDI function, as listed belo w . • Always use a high-quality MIDI cable to connect MIDI OUT to MIDI IN terminals. Never use MIDI cables longer than about 15[...]

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    31 YPP-200 F7.3: Local Control ON/OFF ............................................................................................................ “Local Control” refers to the fact that, normally , the YPP-200 keyboard controls its internal tone generator , allowing the internal v oices to be played directly from the keyboard. This situation i[...]

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    32 YPP-200 The Function Mode F7.5: Control Change ON/OFF ...................................................................................................... Normally the YPP-200 will respond to MIDI control change data recei ved from an e xternal MIDI de vice or keyboard, causing the voice on the corresponding channel to be af fected by pedal an[...]

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    33 YPP-200 After selecting “ F8.Y ”, press the [+/YES] b utton to engage the backup function sub-mode, then use the [TEMPO/FUNCTION t , s ] b uttons to select the desired backup function, as listed belo w . • The backup settings themselves, and the contents of the user song recorder memory , are always backed up. • Even if the Backup is tur[...]

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    34 YPP-200 Using the MIDI Functions The YPP-200 is MIDI-compatible, featuring MIDI IN and MIDI OUT terminals and providing a variety of MIDI-related controls. By using the MIDI functions you can expand your musical possibilities. This section explains what MIDI is, and what it can do, as well as how you can use MIDI on your YPP-200. No doubt you ha[...]

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    35 YPP-200 MIDI is an acronym that stands for Musical Instrument Digital Interf ace, which allows electronic musical instruments to communicate with each other , by sending and receiving compatible Note, Control Change, Program Change and v arious other types of MIDI data, or messages. The YPP-200 can control a MIDI device by transmitting note rela[...]

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    36 YPP-200 Connecting to a Personal Computer By connecting your YPP-200’ s MIDI terminals to a personal computer , you can ha ve access to a wide var iety of music software. When using a MIDI interface de vice installed in the personal computer , connect the MIDI terminals of the personal computer and the YPP-200. Use only special MIDI cables whe[...]

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    37 YPP-200 Factor y Preset Recall Options FC5, FC4 Footswitch Connects to the D AMPER or SOFT Jacks. All dual mode, re verb, ef fect, touch sensiti vity , tuning settings, and the settings af fected by the Backup Functions can be restored to their original factory preset v alues by holding the C7 ke y (rightmost key on the ke yboard) while turning [...]

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    38 YPP-200 Newly-recorded samples from a full concert grand piano. Perfect for classi- cal compositions as well as any other style that requires acoustic piano. A bright, expansive piano sound which is ideal for rock and popular genres. Soft tone when played lightly, and an aggressive tone when played hard. The definitive instrument for baroque mus[...]

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    39 YPP-200 No. Title Composer 1 Arabesque 1 C.A.Debussy 2 Melody in F A.Rubinstein 3 Prelude op.28-15 “Raindrop” F.F.Chopin 4 Nocturne op.9-2 F.F.Chopin 5 Valse op.64-1 “Petit chien” F.F.Chopin 6 Valse op.69-1 “L’adieu” F.F.Chopin 7 Piano Sonate op.27-2 “Mondschein” 1st mov. L.v.Beethoven 8 Etude op.10-12 “Revolutionary” F.F.C[...]

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    40 YPP-200 Function Function Default Backup Group F1 Tuning A3=440Hz F2.1 Scale 1 (Equal Temperament) F8.3 F2.2 Base Note C F3.1 Dual Balance Preset for each voice combination F3.2 Dual Detune Preset for each voice combination F8.1 F3.3, F3.4 Dual Octave Shift Preset for each voice combination F3.5, F.3.6 Dual Effect Depth Preset for each voice com[...]

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    41 YPP-200 3 MODE MESSAGES Data format: [BnH] -> [cc] -> [vv] BnH = Control event (n = channel number) cc = Control number vv = Data Range (1) All Sound Off ccH Parameter Data Range (vvH) 78H All Sound Off 00H Switches off all sound from the channel. Does not reset Note On and Hold On conditions established by Channel Messages. (2) Reset All [...]

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    42 YPP-200 • Panel Data Contents MIDI Data Format 4. PROGRAM CHANGE Data format: [CnH] -> [ppH] CnH = Program event (n = channel number) ppH = Program change number 5. SYSTEM REALTIME MESSAGES [rrH] F8H: Timing clock FAH: Start FCH: Stop FEH: Active sensing Data Transmission Reception F8H Transmitted every Received as 96-clock tempo timing 96 [...]

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    43 YPP-200 (2) Universal Non-Realtime Message (GM On) General MIDI Mode On Data format: [F0H] -> [7EH] -> [XnH] -> [09H] -> [01H] -> [F7H] F0H = Exclusive status 7EH = Universal Non-Realtime 7FH = ID of target device 09H = Sub-ID #1=General MIDI Message 01H = Sub-ID #2=General MIDI On F7H = End of Exclusive or F0H = Exclusive status [...]

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    44 YPP-200 REVERB MSB LSB ROOM 02H 10H HALL 1 01H 10H HALL 2 01H 11H STAGE 03H 10H EFFECT MSB LSB CHORUS 42H 10H PHASER 48H 10H TREMOLO 42H 12H DELAY 05H 10H ● Effect MIDI Map <Table 1> MIDI Parameter Change table ( SYSTEM ) Address (H) Size (H) Data (H) Parameter Description Default value (H) 00 00 00 4 020C - 05F4(*1) MASTER TUNE -50 - +5[...]

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    45 YPP-200 MIDI I mp l ementat i on Chart YAMAHA [Light Piano] Date: 24 – April – 2001 Model: YPP-200 MIDI Implementation Chart Version: 1.0 Transmitted Recognized Remarks Function... Basic Default 1 1 Channel Changed 1 – 16 1 – 16 Default 3 1 *1 Poly Mode only Mode Messages XX Altered ***************** X Note 9 – 120 0 – 127 Number : T[...]

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    46 YPP-200 1 CAUTION • Be careful not to confuse parts, and be sure to install all parts in the correct direction. Please assemble in accordance with the sequence given below. • Assembly should be carried out by at least two persons. • Be sure to use the correct screw size, as indicated above. Use of incorrect screws can cause damage. • Be [...]

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    47 YPP-200 X Attach the angle brackets. Attach the angle brackets 6 to the side boards using the 3.5 x 16 mm tapping screws 3 . 2 3 3.5 x 16 mm tapping screws 6 Angle brackets 3 4 6 x 30 mm round head screws C Attach the back board. Attach the back board, using the 6 x 30 mm round head screws 4 . CAUTION • Be careful not to drop the back board or[...]

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    48 YPP-200 4 5 5 5 x 16 mm round head screws V Put the keyboard on the stand. Carefully place the keyboard on the side boards. Slowly move the keyboard so that the holes on the bottom of the keyboard are properly aligned with the holes on the angle brackets. CAUTION • Be careful not to drop the keyboard or to get your fingers caught between the k[...]

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    49 YPP-200 KEYBOARD POLYPHONY VOICE SELECTORS REVERB EFFECT TOUCH SENSITIVITY SONG CONTROLS PEDAL CONTROLS OTHER CONTROLS JACKS/CONNECTORS MAIN AMPLIFIERS SPEAKERS POWER CONSUMPTION POWER SUPPLY DIMENTIONS (W x D x H) WEIGHT SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES YPP-200 88 KEYS (A-1 ~ C7) 64 NOTES MAX. 8 voices ROOM, HALL 1, HALL 2, STAGE CHORU[...]

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    L imited W arr anty 90 D A YS LABOR 1 YEAR P AR TS Y amaha Corporation of America, hereafter referred to as Y amaha, warrants to the original consumer of a product included in the categories listed below , that the product will be free of defects in materials and/or workmanship for the periods indicated. This warranty is app licable to all models i[...]

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    HEAD OFFICE Y amaha Corporation, Pro Audio & Digital Musical Instrument Di vision Nakazawa-cho 10-1, Hamamatsu, Japan 430-8650 T el: 053-460-3273 [PK] 20 Y amaha PK CLUB (Portable K eyboard Home P age) http://www .y amaha.co.jp/english/product/pk/ For details of products, please contact your nearest Y amaha or the authorized distributor listed [...]

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    M.D.G., Pro Audio & Digital Musical Instrument Division, Yamaha Corporation © 2001 Yamaha Corporation V762620 1??PO????.?-??A0 Printed in Indonesia Y amaha PK CLUB (Portable Keyboard Home Page, English only) http://www .yamaha.co.jp/english/product/pk Y amaha Manual Library (English versions only) http://www2.yamaha.co.jp/manual/english/[...]