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...Yamaha service personnel. • Use the specified adaptor (PA-6 or an equivalent recommended by improper use excessive force on it . It will be retained long enough to an electrical outlet using a multiple-connector. Do not use of time at a high or uncomfortable volume level, since this might discolor the panel or keyboard...-impregnated wiping cloths. Also, be held responsible for the instrument. When attaching the stand or rack, use . YAMAHA CANNOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ACCIDENTAL LOSS OF IMPORTANT MUSIC DATA! The instrument contains no user-serviceable...
...Yamaha service personnel. • Use the specified adaptor (PA-6 or an equivalent recommended by improper use excessive force on it . It will be retained long enough to an electrical outlet using a multiple-connector. Do not use of time at a high or uncomfortable volume level, since this might discolor the panel or keyboard...-impregnated wiping cloths. Also, be held responsible for the instrument. When attaching the stand or rack, use . YAMAHA CANNOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ACCIDENTAL LOSS OF IMPORTANT MUSIC DATA! The instrument contains no user-serviceable...
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... PortaTone's features and extensive performance potential, we urge you to -use interface also greatly enhance the operability of your PSR-550. • PSR-550 • Music Stand (page 9) • PSR-550 Data Disk (Refer to give you stunning sound quality with state-of a fine electronic keyboard. Congratulations! The Yamaha PSR-550 PortaTone combines the most of this advanced instrument. In order...
... PortaTone's features and extensive performance potential, we urge you to -use interface also greatly enhance the operability of your PSR-550. • PSR-550 • Music Stand (page 9) • PSR-550 Data Disk (Refer to give you stunning sound quality with state-of a fine electronic keyboard. Congratulations! The Yamaha PSR-550 PortaTone combines the most of this advanced instrument. In order...
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.../OUTPUT jack 10 Top Panel Controls 11 Rear Panel Controls 11 Setting Up 12 Power supply connections 12 Demo Song Playback 13 Using the Music Database 14 Panel Display Indications 16 Basic Operation 17 Calling up the Operation Displays 17 How to Read the Menu/... the Left (L) and Right (R1, R2) Hands 28 Functions of the Keyboard 29 Transpose 30 Pitch Bend Wheel 30 Sustain 30 Keyboard Percussion 31 Auto Accompaniment 32 Using Auto Accompaniment (rhythm track only) .... 32 Using Auto Accompaniment (all tracks 33 Accompaniment Sections 34 Tempo/Tap 36 Accompaniment Track ...
.../OUTPUT jack 10 Top Panel Controls 11 Rear Panel Controls 11 Setting Up 12 Power supply connections 12 Demo Song Playback 13 Using the Music Database 14 Panel Display Indications 16 Basic Operation 17 Calling up the Operation Displays 17 How to Read the Menu/... the Left (L) and Right (R1, R2) Hands 28 Functions of the Keyboard 29 Transpose 30 Pitch Bend Wheel 30 Sustain 30 Keyboard Percussion 31 Auto Accompaniment 32 Using Auto Accompaniment (rhythm track only) .... 32 Using Auto Accompaniment (all tracks 33 Accompaniment Sections 34 Tempo/Tap 36 Accompaniment Track ...
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... details. That's what this section is quick, easy and intuitive - Using the panel controls is designed for adding impact and variety to your performance. (→ Page 43) Playing the PSR-550 • The PSR-550 keyboard has 61 keys with full touch-response capability that best suit a particular...easily mold your musical ideas into complete songs, use the Quick Recording method. (→ Page 80) * To build up a song part-by-part and track-by recording them directly from the keyboard. (→ Page 96) Music Database • The PSR-550's built-in a layer, and even play ...
... details. That's what this section is quick, easy and intuitive - Using the panel controls is designed for adding impact and variety to your performance. (→ Page 43) Playing the PSR-550 • The PSR-550 keyboard has 61 keys with full touch-response capability that best suit a particular...easily mold your musical ideas into complete songs, use the Quick Recording method. (→ Page 80) * To build up a song part-by-part and track-by recording them directly from the keyboard. (→ Page 96) Music Database • The PSR-550's built-in a layer, and even play ...
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...or synthesizer from a connected keyboard. (→ Page 108) * Connect the PSR-550 directly to a computer, for your performance in a wide variety of harmony and echo effects. (→ Page 50) Disk Drive • The PSR-550 also features a built-in special, unusual ways - The PSR-550 uses the SFF internally, reads optional... of ways. Style File Format The Style File Format - Music stand GM System Level 1 "GM System Level 1" is Yamaha's original style file format which uses a unique conversion system to the MIDI standard which significantly expands and improves on a wide range of...
...or synthesizer from a connected keyboard. (→ Page 108) * Connect the PSR-550 directly to a computer, for your performance in a wide variety of harmony and echo effects. (→ Page 50) Disk Drive • The PSR-550 also features a built-in special, unusual ways - The PSR-550 uses the SFF internally, reads optional... of ways. Style File Format The Style File Format - Music stand GM System Level 1 "GM System Level 1" is Yamaha's original style file format which uses a unique conversion system to the MIDI standard which significantly expands and improves on a wide range of...
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... Yamaha FC4 or FC5 footswitch into the PHONES/OUTPUT jack. The footswitch connected to this jack and use it... to replicate the functions of some voices may sound continuously or have a long decay after turning off power for long periods of head phones is automatically shut off . Do not listen with the headphones at the minimum setting before connecting them. CAUTION • Connect the PSR-550...yui o !0 !1 !2 001 Grand Piano CHORD mdiMm67aug15s11u39s4 BACK NEXT START/STOP KEYBOARD TRANSPOSE REGISTRATION TEMPO REC REC REC REC REC REC REC EASY TRACK(1~16) ...
... Yamaha FC4 or FC5 footswitch into the PHONES/OUTPUT jack. The footswitch connected to this jack and use it... to replicate the functions of some voices may sound continuously or have a long decay after turning off power for long periods of head phones is automatically shut off . Do not listen with the headphones at the minimum setting before connecting them. CAUTION • Connect the PSR-550...yui o !0 !1 !2 001 Grand Piano CHORD mdiMm67aug15s11u39s4 BACK NEXT START/STOP KEYBOARD TRANSPOSE REGISTRATION TEMPO REC REC REC REC REC REC REC EASY TRACK(1~16) ...
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Press the [STANDBY/ON] switch again to turn the power OFF. 001 Grand Piano CHORD mdiMm67aug15s11u39s4 BACK NEXT START/STOP KEYBOARD TRANSPOSE REGISTRATION TEMPO REC REC REC REC REC REC REC EASY TRACK(1~16) NAVIGATOR PART DIAL 0~9 /YES MEASURE BEAT REC... demo playback. 1 Sweet Tenor CAUTION • Even when the switch is in the "STANDBY" position, electricity is set up your PSR-550, try listening to the pre-programmed demonstration songs. Use the data dial, the [+/YES] button, the [-/NO] button or the number buttons [1]-[0]. 2 SweetTrumpet 5 Press the [DEMO]...
Press the [STANDBY/ON] switch again to turn the power OFF. 001 Grand Piano CHORD mdiMm67aug15s11u39s4 BACK NEXT START/STOP KEYBOARD TRANSPOSE REGISTRATION TEMPO REC REC REC REC REC REC REC EASY TRACK(1~16) NAVIGATOR PART DIAL 0~9 /YES MEASURE BEAT REC... demo playback. 1 Sweet Tenor CAUTION • Even when the switch is in the "STANDBY" position, electricity is set up your PSR-550, try listening to the pre-programmed demonstration songs. Use the data dial, the [+/YES] button, the [-/NO] button or the number buttons [1]-[0]. 2 SweetTrumpet 5 Press the [DEMO]...
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..., and turn SYNCHRONIZED START on page 38. • See pages 32 through 41 for details about the Direct Access function. The PSR-550 automatically makes all appropriate panel settings to let you play the song "Silent Night." (The sheet music is provided on the next ...Select a ''Music Database.'' Use the data dial, the [+/YES] button, the [-/NO] button or the number buttons [1]-[0]. 002 Alive Synth CHORD mdiMm67aug15s11u39s4 BACK NEXT EASY TRACK(1~16) START/STOP KEYBOARD NAVIGATOR PART DIAL VOICE LR12 0~9 STYLE /YES SONG MUSIC DATABASE BEAT The PSR-550 has 220 panel setups in...
..., and turn SYNCHRONIZED START on page 38. • See pages 32 through 41 for details about the Direct Access function. The PSR-550 automatically makes all appropriate panel settings to let you play the song "Silent Night." (The sheet music is provided on the next ...Select a ''Music Database.'' Use the data dial, the [+/YES] button, the [-/NO] button or the number buttons [1]-[0]. 002 Alive Synth CHORD mdiMm67aug15s11u39s4 BACK NEXT EASY TRACK(1~16) START/STOP KEYBOARD NAVIGATOR PART DIAL VOICE LR12 0~9 STYLE /YES SONG MUSIC DATABASE BEAT The PSR-550 has 220 panel setups in...
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...q Voice Press the [VOICE R1] button. 001 Grand Piano CHORD dim mM 67aug15s11u39s4 BACK NEXT EASY TRACK(1~16) START/STOP KEYBOARD NAVIGATOR PART DIAL VOICE LR12 0~9 STYLE /YES SONG MUSIC DATABASE This message means: "The current voice for voice R1 (Grand ...using the data dial, the [+/YES] button, the [-/NO] button or the number buttons [1]-[0]." Included in these are "Easy Navigator" messages that guide you through the various operations. Basic Operation How to Read the Menu/Message Display and "Easy Navigator" Depending on the selected function or operation, the PSR-550...
...q Voice Press the [VOICE R1] button. 001 Grand Piano CHORD dim mM 67aug15s11u39s4 BACK NEXT EASY TRACK(1~16) START/STOP KEYBOARD NAVIGATOR PART DIAL VOICE LR12 0~9 STYLE /YES SONG MUSIC DATABASE This message means: "The current voice for voice R1 (Grand ...using the data dial, the [+/YES] button, the [-/NO] button or the number buttons [1]-[0]." Included in these are "Easy Navigator" messages that guide you through the various operations. Basic Operation How to Read the Menu/Message Display and "Easy Navigator" Depending on the selected function or operation, the PSR-550...
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... OK? you can also input the voice number directly by using the number buttons [1]-[0] (see the next page). 19 17 F1 Multi Pad CHORD dim mM 67aug15s11u39s4 BACK NEXT EASY TRACK(1~16) START/STOP KEYBOARD NAVIGATOR PART DIAL VOICE LR12 0~9 STYLE /YES SONG MUSIC ...KEYBOARD NAVIGATOR PART DIAL VOICE LR12 0~9 STYLE /YES SONG MUSIC DATABASE In this case you can also select the voice by using the data dial or the [+/YES]/[-/NO] buttons as selecting voices, demo songs and styles), you press the [FUNCTION] button. Menu Selection For certain operations on the PSR-550...
... OK? you can also input the voice number directly by using the number buttons [1]-[0] (see the next page). 19 17 F1 Multi Pad CHORD dim mM 67aug15s11u39s4 BACK NEXT EASY TRACK(1~16) START/STOP KEYBOARD NAVIGATOR PART DIAL VOICE LR12 0~9 STYLE /YES SONG MUSIC ...KEYBOARD NAVIGATOR PART DIAL VOICE LR12 0~9 STYLE /YES SONG MUSIC DATABASE In this case you can also select the voice by using the data dial or the [+/YES]/[-/NO] buttons as selecting voices, demo songs and styles), you press the [FUNCTION] button. Menu Selection For certain operations on the PSR-550...
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... following data types can instantly call up the desired display. Nam=-xxxxxxxx Cursor To enter an original name, use the keyboard. The C1 key functions as desired. Direct Access By using the [DIRECT ACCESS] button, you to enter the lower-case character. C1 Entering a character Moving the ... banks page 56 The example display below appears when naming a song on the keyboard enters a different character, as songs, styles and registration memory settings. Basic Operation Naming The allows you can be used for disk file names. The A#5 and B5 keys move the cursor backward and...
... following data types can instantly call up the desired display. Nam=-xxxxxxxx Cursor To enter an original name, use the keyboard. The C1 key functions as desired. Direct Access By using the [DIRECT ACCESS] button, you to enter the lower-case character. C1 Entering a character Moving the ... banks page 56 The example display below appears when naming a song on the keyboard enters a different character, as songs, styles and registration memory settings. Basic Operation Naming The allows you can be used for disk file names. The A#5 and B5 keys move the cursor backward and...
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... soon as the factory default. In the Disk mode you can be executed (except for playing the full keyboard normally, and when using the auto accompaniment. When auto accompaniment is on the panel operation used, the PSR-550 has several fundamentally different conditions (or methods of operation). In the Record mode, the backlight color is...
... soon as the factory default. In the Disk mode you can be executed (except for playing the full keyboard normally, and when using the auto accompaniment. When auto accompaniment is on the panel operation used, the PSR-550 has several fundamentally different conditions (or methods of operation). In the Record mode, the backlight color is...
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...called voice R1 (RIGHT 1). Use the data dial, the [+/YES] button, the [-/NO] button or the number buttons [1]-[0]. See page 29 for more information on voice R1. 002 Bright Piano 3 Play the keyboard and adjust the volume. 26 24 Playing Voices The PSR-550 has a huge selection of ...various musical instrument voices which you can play the voices of different musical instruments • Selecting a Voice page 26 • Keyboard Percussion page 31 Assign three different ...
...called voice R1 (RIGHT 1). Use the data dial, the [+/YES] button, the [-/NO] button or the number buttons [1]-[0]. See page 29 for more information on voice R1. 002 Bright Piano 3 Play the keyboard and adjust the volume. 26 24 Playing Voices The PSR-550 has a huge selection of ...various musical instrument voices which you can play the voices of different musical instruments • Selecting a Voice page 26 • Keyboard Percussion page 31 Assign three different ...
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Playing Voices Playing Different Voices with your right and left hand. • The point on page 26). 3 Play the voices. Use the data dial, the [+/YES] button, the [-/NO] button or the number buttons [1]-[0]. Voice L (LEFT) is played with the right hand. Refer to be played ... the Left (L) and Right (R1, R2) Hands 1 Press the [PART ON/OFF VOICE L] button. 2 Play the voices. Selecting a voice for VOICE R1 (selected on the keyboard that separates voice L and voice R1 is meant to the Voice List (page 123).
Playing Voices Playing Different Voices with your right and left hand. • The point on page 26). 3 Play the voices. Use the data dial, the [+/YES] button, the [-/NO] button or the number buttons [1]-[0]. Voice L (LEFT) is played with the right hand. Refer to be played ... the Left (L) and Right (R1, R2) Hands 1 Press the [PART ON/OFF VOICE L] button. 2 Play the voices. Selecting a voice for VOICE R1 (selected on the keyboard that separates voice L and voice R1 is meant to the Voice List (page 123).
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...A1 B1 C1 - Here's a short summary of the various ways of the PSR-550 has other important functions besides playing voices (as shown below for details.) Voice L Voice R1/R2 Functions of the Keyboard As explained above, the keyboard of voice L becomes the range for example, the lowest (farthest left ) key... on the keyboard corresponds to C1, and the highest (farthest right) key to name song files on (page 33), the key range of the PSR-550 can also be used to C6. (See below ). B2 C3 - Refer to C6. for playing/...
...A1 B1 C1 - Here's a short summary of the various ways of the PSR-550 has other important functions besides playing voices (as shown below for details.) Voice L Voice R1/R2 Functions of the Keyboard As explained above, the keyboard of voice L becomes the range for example, the lowest (farthest left ) key... on the keyboard corresponds to C1, and the highest (farthest right) key to name song files on (page 33), the key range of the PSR-550 can also be used to C6. (See below ). B2 C3 - Refer to C6. for playing/...
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... maximum pitch bend range can be entered by a maximum of the PSR-550 to be transposed up (roll the wheel away from you ) while playing the keyboard. Transpose = 0 2 Set the transposition. Transpose = 4 Pitch Bend Wheel Use the PSR-550 pitch bend wheel to bend notes up or down (roll the wheel... toward you ) or down by using the number buttons while holding the [-/NO] button. Sustain...
... maximum pitch bend range can be entered by a maximum of the PSR-550 to be transposed up (roll the wheel away from you ) while playing the keyboard. Transpose = 0 2 Set the transposition. Transpose = 4 Pitch Bend Wheel Use the PSR-550 pitch bend wheel to bend notes up or down (roll the wheel... toward you ) or down by using the number buttons while holding the [-/NO] button. Sustain...
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... hrCauCsphymRCbiydamelbCaylm2bCaBolon2nggaoHHMCutoenTgima bLalAegSHoagmoCbHSaaabWmahsbaiastWlehHGisutWleirooLoLdoWBnogloocdkBCHlouciTckraiaLOngpleenOJipnegnle BBeellll Tree 31 29 for example, the lowest (farthest left) key on the keyboard corresponds to C1, and the highest (farthest right) key to the illustration below the keys....the selected voice (page 30). • Each key has a note name; Playing Voices Keyboard Percussion 1 Press the [VOICE R1] button. 2 Select "StandardKit1". Use the data dial, the [+/YES] button, the [-/NO] button or the number buttons ...
... hrCauCsphymRCbiydamelbCaylm2bCaBolon2nggaoHHMCutoenTgima bLalAegSHoagmoCbHSaaabWmahsbaiastWlehHGisutWleirooLoLdoWBnogloocdkBCHlouciTckraiaLOngpleenOJipnegnle BBeellll Tree 31 29 for example, the lowest (farthest left) key on the keyboard corresponds to C1, and the highest (farthest right) key to the illustration below the keys....the selected voice (page 30). • Each key has a note name; Playing Voices Keyboard Percussion 1 Press the [VOICE R1] button. 2 Select "StandardKit1". Use the data dial, the [+/YES] button, the [-/NO] button or the number buttons ...
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The PSR-550 features a total of different musical genres. Two ways to playback the auto accompaniment • Using Auto Accompaniment (rhythm track only page 32 • Using Auto Accompaniment (all you play. Use the data dial, the [+/YES] button, the [-/NO] button or the number buttons ...auto accompaniment style • One Touch Setting page 42 Using Auto Accompaniment (rhythm track only) 1 Press the [STYLE] button. 2 001 8 Beat 1 CHORD dim mM 67aug15s11u39s4 BACK NEXT EASY TRACK(1~16) START/STOP KEYBOARD NAVIGATOR PART DIAL VOICE LR12 0~9 STYLE /YES SONG MUSIC...
The PSR-550 features a total of different musical genres. Two ways to playback the auto accompaniment • Using Auto Accompaniment (rhythm track only page 32 • Using Auto Accompaniment (all you play. Use the data dial, the [+/YES] button, the [-/NO] button or the number buttons ...auto accompaniment style • One Touch Setting page 42 Using Auto Accompaniment (rhythm track only) 1 Press the [STYLE] button. 2 001 8 Beat 1 CHORD dim mM 67aug15s11u39s4 BACK NEXT EASY TRACK(1~16) START/STOP KEYBOARD NAVIGATOR PART DIAL VOICE LR12 0~9 STYLE /YES SONG MUSIC...
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...3 Turn AUTO ACCOMPANIMENT on how to page 25 for fully automatic accompaniment with the tempo. The specified left-hand section of the keyboard becomes the "Auto Accompaniment" section, and chords played in time with the selected style. Split Point • [ACMP] is called... [SYNC START] button so that its indicator lights. For information on . Refer to enter chords, see "Chord Fingerings" on . Auto Accompaniment Using Auto Accompaniment (all tracks) 1 Press the [STYLE] button. 2 Select a style. Split Point CHORD mdiMm67aug15s11u39s4 Auto Accompaniment section 6 Try playing ...
...3 Turn AUTO ACCOMPANIMENT on how to page 25 for fully automatic accompaniment with the tempo. The specified left-hand section of the keyboard becomes the "Auto Accompaniment" section, and chords played in time with the selected style. Split Point • [ACMP] is called... [SYNC START] button so that its indicator lights. For information on . Refer to enter chords, see "Chord Fingerings" on . Auto Accompaniment Using Auto Accompaniment (all tracks) 1 Press the [STYLE] button. 2 Select a style. Split Point CHORD mdiMm67aug15s11u39s4 Auto Accompaniment section 6 Try playing ...
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...organ, choir. Auto Accompaniment Accompaniment Track Muting The PSR-550 has eight accompaniment tracks - q PAD This track plays long chords where necessary, using sustained instruments such as you set the optimum level balance between the accompaniment and the keyboard-played voice. 4 Stop the accompaniment (page 33... a style is from a single accompaniment style. Track contents q RHYTHM SUB, RHYTHM MAIN These are used for the auto accompaniment lets you play the keyboard with your right hand performance. The RHYTHM tracks produce REC REC REC REC REC REC REC REC 13...
...organ, choir. Auto Accompaniment Accompaniment Track Muting The PSR-550 has eight accompaniment tracks - q PAD This track plays long chords where necessary, using sustained instruments such as you set the optimum level balance between the accompaniment and the keyboard-played voice. 4 Stop the accompaniment (page 33... a style is from a single accompaniment style. Track contents q RHYTHM SUB, RHYTHM MAIN These are used for the auto accompaniment lets you play the keyboard with your right hand performance. The RHYTHM tracks produce REC REC REC REC REC REC REC REC 13...