Yamaha P-515 El manual del propietario

Marca: Yamaha

Modelo: P-515

Categoría: Pianos digitales

Tipo: El manual del propietario

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Owner’s Manual

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PIANO DIGITAL

PIANO NUMERIQUE

DIGITAL PIANO

Merci d'avoir acheté ce Piano numérique de Yamaha !

Cet instrument offre une qualité de son et une expressivité exceptionnelles pour votre plus grand plaisir.

Nous vous conseillons de lire attentivement ce mode d'emploi afin de tirer pleinement profit des fonctions avancées

et très pratiques de votre instrument.

Nous vous recommandons également de garder ce manuel à portée de main pour toute référence ultérieure.

Avant d’utiliser l’instrument, lisez attentivement la section « PRÉCAUTIONS D’USAGE » aux pages 5 et 6.

Thank you for purchasing this Yamaha Digital Piano!

This instrument provides exceptionally high-quality sound and expressive control for your playing enjoyment.

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.

Before using the instrument, be sure to read “PRECAUTIONS” on pages 5−6.

Le damos las gracias por adquirir este Piano Digital Yamaha.

Este instrumento ofrece un sonido de alta calidad y un control expresivo excepcionales para que disfrute tocando.

Le aconsejamos que lea detenidamente este manual para poder disfrutar de las útiles y avanzadas funciones del

instrumento.

Recomendamos guardar el manual en un lugar seguro y accesible, para futuras consultas.

Antes de utilizar el instrumento, lea las “PRECAUCIONES”, en las páginas 5-6.

SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION

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 recom-

mended by Yamaha.

WARNING: Do not place this product in a position

where anyone could walk on, trip over, or roll anything

over power or connecting cords of any kind. The use of

an extension cord is not recommended! If you must

use an extension cord, the minimum wire size for a 25’

cord (or less) is 18 AWG. NOTE: The smaller the AWG

number, the larger the current handling capacity. For

longer extension cords, consult a local electrician.

This product should be used only with the components

supplied or; a cart, rack, or stand that is recommended

by Yamaha. If a cart, etc., is used, please observe all

safety markings and instructions that accompany the

accessory product.

SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO

CHANGE:

The information contained in this manual is believed to

be correct at the time of printing. However, Yamaha

reserves the right to change or modify any of the spec-

ifications without notice or obligation to update existing

units.

This product, either alone or in combination with an

amplifier and headphones or speaker/s, may be capa-

ble of producing sound levels that could cause perma-

nent hearing loss. DO NOT operate for long periods of

time at a high volume level or at a level that is uncom-

fortable. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing

in the ears, you should consult an audiologist.

IMPORTANT: The louder the sound, the shorter the

time period before damage occurs.

Some Yamaha products may have benches and / or

accessory mounting fixtures that are either supplied

with the product or as optional accessories. Some of

these items are designed to be dealer assembled or

installed. Please make sure that benches are stable

and any optional fixtures (where applicable) are well

secured BEFORE using.

Benches supplied by Yamaha are designed for seating

only. No other uses are recommended.

NOTICE:

Service charges incurred due to a lack of knowledge

relating to how a function or effect works (when the unit

is operating as designed) are not covered by the manu-

facturer’s warranty, and are therefore the owners

responsibility. Please study this manual carefully and

consult your dealer before requesting service.

ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES:

Yamaha strives to produce products that are both user

safe and environmentally friendly. We sincerely believe

that our products and the production methods used to

produce them, meet these goals. In keeping with both

the letter and the spirit of the law, we want you to be

aware of the following:

Battery Notice:

This product MAY contain a small non-rechargeable

battery which (if applicable) is soldered in place. The

average life span of this type of battery is approxi-

mately five years. When replacement becomes neces-

sary, contact a qualified service representative to

perform the replacement.

This product may also use “household” type batteries.

Some of these may be rechargeable. Make sure that

the battery being charged is a rechargeable type and

that the charger is intended for the battery being

charged.

When installing batteries, never mix old batteries with

new ones, and never mix different types of batteries.

Batteries MUST be installed correctly. Mismatches or

incorrect installation may result in overheating and bat-

tery case rupture.

Warning:

Do not attempt to disassemble, or incinerate any bat-

tery. Keep all batteries away from children. Dispose of

used batteries promptly and as regulated by the laws in

your area. Note: Check with any retailer of household

type batteries in your area for battery disposal informa-

tion.

Disposal Notice:

Should this product become damaged beyond repair,

or for some reason its useful life is considered to be at

an end, please observe all local, state, and federal reg-

ulations that relate to the disposal of products that con-

tain lead, batteries, plastics, etc. If your dealer is

unable to assist you, please contact Yamaha directly.

NAME PLATE LOCATION:

The name plate is located on the bottom of the product.

The model number, serial number, power require-

ments, etc., are located on this plate. You should

record the model number, serial number, and the date

of purchase in the spaces provided below and retain

this manual as a permanent record of your purchase.

Model

Serial No.

Purchase Date

PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL

92-BP (bottom)

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

COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT

(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 Piano

Model Name : P-515

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.

See user manual instructions if interference to radio reception is suspected.

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For AC adaptor and P-515

1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY

THIS UNIT!

This product, when installed as indicated in the

instructions contained 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 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 generates/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

* This applies only to products distributed by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA. (class B)

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 determined by

turning the unit “OFF” and “ON”, please try to

eliminate 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 can

not locate the appropriate retailer, please contact

Yamaha Corporation of America, Electronic Service

Division, 6600 Orangethorpe Ave, Buena Park,

CA90620

The above statements apply ONLY to those products

distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America or its

subsidiaries.

FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.)

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OBSERVERA!

Apparaten kopplas inte ur växelströmskällan (nätet) så länge som den ar ansluten till vägguttaget, även om själva

apparaten har stängts av.

ADVARSEL: Netspændingen til dette apparat er IKKE afbrudt, sålænge netledningen sidder i en stikkontakt, som er

tændt — også selvom der er slukket på apparatets afbryder.

VAROITUS: Laitteen toisiopiiriin kytketty käyttökytkin ei irroita koko laitetta verkosta.

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 magnitude

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

maintenance (servicing) instructions in the

literature accompanying the product.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

accordance 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

receptacles, 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,

tripod, 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.

Servicing is required when the apparatus has

been damaged 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 normally, 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

WARNING

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

MOISTURE.

For AC adaptor

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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, includ-

ing interference that may cause undesired operation.

CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)

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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 115) 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.

(For information on whether Bluetooth functionality is included or not, refer to

page 81.)

• Radio waves may affect electro-medical devices.

- Do not use this product near medical devices or inside areas in which the use

of radio waves is restricted.

- Do not use this product within 15 cm (6 in.) of persons with a heart pacemaker

implant.

• 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.

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

and disconnect the electric plug from the outlet. 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.

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Power supply/AC adaptor

Do not open

Location (if

Bluetooth

functionality is included)

Water warning

Fire warning

If you notice any abnormality

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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.

• When transporting or moving the instrument, always use two or more people.

Attempting to lift the instrument by yourself may damage your back, result in

other injury, or cause damage to the instrument itself.

• 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.

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

Even when the [ ] (Standby/On) switch is in standby status (power lamp 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.

Power supply/AC adaptor

Location

Connections

Handling caution

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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The model number, serial number, power requirements, 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.

The name plate is

located on the bottom

of the unit.

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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 application on

your smart device such as iPhone or iPad, etc., we

recommend that you set “Airplane Mode” to “ON” on the

device and then the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth setting to “ON” in order

to avoid noise caused by communication.

• 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

panel 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 panel or keyboard.

• Do not lean the instrument against a wall, etc. Doing so may

cause damage to the instrument. Make sure to put the

instrument horizontally on a table or desk, or use the

separately sold keyboard stand (page 115).

 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.

• During extreme changes in temperature or humidity,

condensation may occur and water may collect on the surface

of the instrument. If water is left, the wooden parts may

absorb the water and be damaged. Make sure to wipe any

water off immediately with a soft cloth.

 Saving data

• Some of the data of this instrument (page 105) 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 68). Before using a USB flash drive, make

sure to refer to page 74.

• 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 copyright laws and

other relevant laws, you are NOT 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.

• This device is capable of using various types/formats of music

data by optimizing them to the proper format music data for

use with the device in advance. As a result, this device may

not play them back precisely as their producers or composers

originally intended.

• The bitmap fonts used in this instrument have been provided

by and are the property of Ricoh Co., Ltd.

 About this manual

• The illustrations and LCD screens as shown in this manual

are for instructional purposes only, and may appear

somewhat different from those on your instrument.

• The letters at the end of the model name (“B” or “WH”) are

color information of the instrument. For example, “B”

indicates “black,” and “WH” indicates “white.” Since they

simply indicate the color, these letters are omitted in this

manual.

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

the U.S. and other countries.

•Android

™ is a trademark of Google Inc.

• Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft

Corporation in the United States and other countries.

• IOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the

U.S. and other countries and is used under license.

•

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered

trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such

marks by Yamaha Corporation is under license.

• The company names and product names in this manual are

the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective

companies.

 Tuning

• Unlike an acoustic piano, this instrument does not need to be

tuned by an expert (although the pitch can be user-adjusted to

match other instruments). This is because the pitch of digital

instruments is always maintained perfectly.

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About

Bluetooth

• Bluetooth is a technology for wireless communication between devices within an area of about 10 meters

(33 ft.) employing the 2.4 GHz frequency band.

 Handling Bluetooth communications

• The 2.4 GHz band used by Bluet oo th compatible devices is a radio band shared by many types of

equipment. While Bluetooth compatible devices use a technology minimizing the influence of other

components using the same radio band, such influence may reduce the speed or distance of

communications and in some cases interrupt communications.

• The speed of signal transfer and the distance at which communication is possible differs according to the

distance between the communicating devices, the presence of obstacles, radio wave conditions and the

type of equipment.

• Yamaha does not guarantee all wireless connections between this unit and devices compatible with

Bluetooth function.

Compatible Formats

GM System Level 2

“GM (General MIDI)” is one of the most common Voice allocation formats. “GM System Level 2” is a standard

specification that enhances the original “GM” and improves Song data compatibility. It provides for increased

polyphony, greater Voice selection, expanded Voice parameters, and integrated effect processing.

XG is a major enhancement of the GM System Level 1 format, and was developed by Yamaha specifically to provide

more Voices and variations, as well as greater expressive control over Voices and effects, and to ensure compatibility of

data well into the future.

GS was developed by the Roland Corporation. In the same way as Yamaha XG, GS is a major enhancement of the GM

specifically to provide more Voices and Drum kits and their variations, as well as greater expressive control over Voices

and effects.

Bluetooth capability

Depending on the country in which you purchased the product, the

instrument may not have Bluetooth capability.

If the Bluetooth logo is printed on the control panel, this means that the

product is equipped with Bluetooth functionality.

Bluetooth logo

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Included Accessories

 Owner’s Manual (this book) x1

 Online Member Product Registration x1

 Footswitch x1

 Power cord*, AC adaptor x1

 Warranty* x1

* May not be included depending on your area. Check

with your Yamaha dealer.

 Music Rest x1

About the Manuals

This instrument has the following documents and

instructional materials.

Included Documents

Owner’s Manual (this book)

This document explains how to use the

instrument.

• Introduction:

This section explains how to set up and start using your

instrument. Setup is so simple, you can start playing

right away.

•Main Operations:

This section explains various functions useful for your

practice, such as Preset Song playback and Song

recording.

• Detailed Settings:

This section explains how to make detailed settings for

the instrument’s various functions. Refer to this section

as necessary.

• Appendix:

This section introduces Message List, a description of

Preset Voices, and other reference material.

Online Materials (Downloadable from

the web)

Smart Device Connection Manual

Explains how to connect the instrument to a

smartphone or tablet, etc. You can choose from

two versions (for iOS and Android) depending

on your device.

Computer-related Operations

Includes instructions on connecting this

instrument to a computer, and operations

related to transferring song data.

MIDI Reference

Contains the MIDI-related information.

Data List

Contains lists of XG Voices and XG Drum Kit

that can be selected on the instrument.

To obtain these manuals, access the Yamaha

Downloads, enter the model name for searching

desired files.

NOTICE

After removing the music rest from the instrument, do not

leave it on the instrument for long time. Doing so may

cause color transference or glue to adhere to it.

Insert into the hole

without removing

the cap.

Yamaha Downloads

https://download.yamaha.com/

Smart Device App “Smart Pianist”

Enjoy easy operation by connecting your

smart device. “Smart Pianist” app (free for

download; page 84) lets you select Voices,

make Metronome settings, and even

display notation, depending on the

selected data.

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The P-515 portable electric piano provides a remarkably easy way to enjoy authentic piano performance easily.

Although packed with various functions, it also exceptionally portable—allowing you use it as a family piano, or

practice it in your bedroom, or perform with it at a party. For more permanent installations, use the separately sold

keyboard stand (L-515) and pedal unit (LP-1).

This original VRM technology calculated the various states of the strings for each of the 88 notes of the keyboard from

one instant to the next, and the timing and depth of the damper pedal presses. The enhanced VRM now also calculates

and reproduces aliquot resonance in the upper octaves, and the full resonance of the soundboard, rim, and frame. This

technology gives you vivid, bright, richly varied expression, effectively reproducing the complex acoustic interactions

when performing on an actual piano.

The P-515 comes complete with forty different and simple rhythm patterns (drums and bass accompaniment) that are

perfectly suited to many types of music regularly performed on the piano, for even greater performance potential.

Virtual Resonance Modeling (VRM) – reproduces the

distinctive reverberation of a concert grand piano

Rhythm Tracks

The P-515 keyboard features white keys made from select quality wood and fitted with the highest quality synthetic

ivory, while the black keys are finished in synthetic ebony. What’s more, this keyboard features the characteristic

escapement mechanism in a grand piano, which moves the hammers away from the strings quickly after they strike

them, in order to prevent any interference with string vibration.

Natural Wood X (NWX) keyboard

– the feel of an acoustic grand piano

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The P-515 features piano sounds created with samples of the Yamaha CFX flagship concert grand piano and famed

Vienna-made Bösendorfer* grand piano. These piano samples bring two world’s finest and most prominent concert

grand pianos to your fingertips.

* Bösendorfer is a subsidiary company of Yamaha.

Yamaha CFX and Bösendorfer Imperial

piano samples

Features

Authentic portable electric piano,

ideal for wide variety of applications

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The audio data in the smart device such as a Bluetooth-equipped smartphone can be played via the P-515 built-in

speaker. You can enjoy performing with the audio data, or listen to the music via the P-515 instead of an audio device.

Bluetooth audio function

– playing back the audio data wirelessly

P-515 Owner’s Manual

Table of Contents

PRECAUTIONS ....................................................5

NOTICE ......................................................................7

Information ................................................................7

About Bluetooth* ........................................................8

Compatible Formats ...................................................8

Included Accessories ..................................................9

About the Manuals .....................................................9

Features .....................................................................10

Introduction 12

Panel Controls and Terminals .................................12

Getting Started — Playing the Keyboard .................14

Turning the Power On or Off .............................................14

Setting the Volume — [MASTER VOLUME] ..................16

Using Headphones ...............................................................16

Using a Pedal (Footswitch) .................................................18

Using the Pedal Unit (sold separately) ..............................19

Basic Operations on Display ....................................20

Main Operations 22

Playing Various Musical Instrument Sounds

(Voices) .................................................................22

Selecting Voices ....................................................................22

Listening to the Voice Demos .............................................24

Customizing the Sound and the Touch Response of

Piano Voices (Piano Room) ...........................................25

Enhancing and Customizing the Sound ............................28

Playing Two Voices Simultaneously (Dual) .....................29

Splitting the Keyboard Range and Playing Two

Different Voices (Split Mode) ........................................30

Using Dual and Split Simultaneously ................................31

Playing Duo ...........................................................................32

Transposing the Pitch in Semitones (Transpose) ............34

Fine Tuning the Pitch (Master Tune) ................................35

Changing the Touch Sensitivity (Touch) ..........................36

Boosting the Overall Sound (SOUND BOOST) ..............37

Adjusting the Sound (Master EQ) ......................................38

Locking the Front Panel ......................................................40

Using the Metronome ..........................................................41

Playing the Keyboard along with Rhythm Playback

....43

Playing Back Songs ...................................................44

Playback of Songs .................................................................45

Playing a One-hand Part — Part Cancel Function

(MIDI Songs) ....................................................................48

Playing Back a Song Repeatedly .........................................49

Adjusting the Volume Balance ...........................................52

Useful Playback Functions ..................................................53

Recording Your Performance ..................................54

Recording Methods ..............................................................54

Quick MIDI Recording ........................................................55

MIDI Recording — Independent Tracks ..........................57

MIDI Recording to the USB Flash Drive ..........................59

Audio Recording to the USB Flash Drive ......................... 61

Other Recording Techniques ............................................. 62

Handling Song Files .................................................66

Song Types and File Operation Limitations .................... 66

Basic Song File Operation ................................................... 67

Deleting Files — Delete ....................................................... 68

Copying Files — Copy ......................................................... 68

Moving Files — Move ......................................................... 69

Converting a MIDI Song to an Audio Song

during Playback — MIDI to Audio .............................. 70

Renaming Files — Rename ................................................. 71

Connections ..............................................................72

Connectors ............................................................................ 72

Connecting USB Devices ([ ] (USB TO DEVICE)

Terminal) .......................................................................... 74

Connecting to a Computer/Smart Device ([USB TO

HOST] Terminal, [

]] (USB TO DEVICE)

Terminal, MIDI Terminals) ........................................... 75

Connecting External MIDI Devices (MIDI Terminals)

...... 80

Effective Use of a Computer or Smart Device

with the Instrument ..............................................81

Listening to Audio Data from a Smart Device through

this Instrument (Bluetooth Audio Function) ............... 81

Using a Smart Device App .................................................. 84

Transmitting/Receiving Audio Data

(USB Audio Interface function) .................................... 85

Performing Live ........................................................86

Detailed Settings 88

Basic Operations .......................................................88

Voice Menu ...............................................................89

Song Menu ................................................................93

Metronome/Rhythm Menu ......................................96

Recording Menu .......................................................97

System Menu .............................................................98

Appendix 107

Preset Voice List .....................................................107

Song List .................................................................109

50 Classics ........................................................................... 109

Rhythm List ............................................................109

Message List ............................................................110

Troubleshooting .....................................................112

Specifications ..........................................................114

Index .......................................................................116

*For information on whether Bluetooth functionality is included

or not, refer to page 8.

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Introduction

Panel Controls and Terminals

Front Panel

[ ] (Standby/On) switch.................... page 14

For turning the power on or setting it to standby.

[MASTER VOLUME] slider ............... page 16

For adjusting the overall volume.

[DEMO/SONG] button................. page 24, 44

Calls up Song List folders for selecting Songs for

playback, etc.

[REC] button....................................... page 54

For recording your keyboard performance.

[PLAY/PAUSE] button........................ page 45

For alternately playing back and pausing the Preset

Songs or your recorded material.

[METRONOME] button..................... page 41

For using the metronome functions.

[RHYTHM] button............................. page 43

For using the rhythm functions.

[TEMPO] button................................. page 41

For setting the tempo.

[FUNCTION] button.......................... page 88

Pressing this button alternates the displays among

“Voice” menu, “Song” menu, “Metronome/Rhythm”

menu, “Recording” menu and “System” menu, from

which you can make detailed settings for the related

functions.

(Bluetooth logo) ............................. page 81

If the instrument is equipped with Bluetooth

functionality, this logo is printed on the front panel.

Depending on the country in which you purchased

the product, the instrument may not have Bluetooth

capability.

[ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>] buttons, display ........ page 20

For selecting an item or setting a value using the

buttons corresponding to the display indication.

[EXIT] button ..................................... page 21

Pressing this button exits from the current display, or

returns to the Voice or Song display.

[PIANO ROOM] button..................... page 25

Calls up the Piano Room display where you can

select an optimum piano sound and adjust the touch

response.

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Voice button ........................................ page 22

Selects the Voice (keyboard sound).

[DUAL/SPLIT] button .............page 29, 30, 31

For playing two Voices simultaneously, or different

Voices on the left- and right-hand sections of the

keyboard.

[SOUND BOOST/EQ] button ...... page 38, 37

Calls up the Sound Boost or Master EQ display.

These allow you to raise the volume and enhance the

presence of your performance (Sound Boost), or

adjust the tone of the sound (Master EQ).

[REVERB] button ............................... page 28

Calls up the Reverb display, for adding and changing

reverberation in the sound.

[PHONES] jacks.................................. page 16

For connecting a pair of headphones.

[ ] (USB TO DEVICE) terminal

..................................................page 72, 74, 75

For connecting a USB flash drive or a smart device,

such as an iPhone/iPad.

Rear Panel

[AUX IN] jack ..................................... page 72

For connecting headphone jack of a portable audio

player, etc.

AUX OUT [R]/[L/L+R] jacks.............. page 73

For connecting to external powered speaker systems,

etc.

[USB TO HOST] terminal.............page 73, 75

For connecting a computer or a smart device, such as

an iPhone/iPad.

MIDI [IN] [OUT] terminals..........page 73, 80

For connecting external MIDI devices, such as a

synthesizer or a sequencer.

[AUX PEDAL] jack ........................page 18, 73

For connecting an included foot pedal, or separately

sold foot pedal or foot switch.

[PEDAL UNIT] terminal.................... page 19

Connecting a separately sold pedal unit.

DC IN jack .......................................... page 14

For connecting the included AC adaptor.

Rear Panel

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Getting Started — Playing the Keyboard

This section explains how to set up and start using your instrument. Setup is so

simple, you can start playing right away.

1. Connect the power cord and AC adaptor.

Connect the plugs of the AC adaptor in the order shown in the illustration.

2. Turn down the [MASTER VOLUME] slider at the right

end of the front panel to “MIN.”

3. Press the [] (Standby/On) switch to turn the power on.

The [] (Standby/On) switch lights up and the Voice display appears on the

display at the center of the front panel.

Turning the Power On or Off

WARNING

• Use only the AC power cord

supplied with your

instrument. If the supplied

cord is lost or damaged and

needs to be replaced,

contact your Yamaha

dealer. The use of an

inappropriate replacement

can pose a fire and shock

hazard!

• The type of AC power cord

provided with your

instrument may be different

depending on the country

in which it is purchased. (In

some areas a plug adaptor

may be provided to match

the pin configuration of the

AC wall outlets in your

area.) Do NOT modify the

plug provided with your

instrument. If the plug does

not fit the outlet, have a

proper outlet installed by a

qualified electrician.

WARNING

Use the specified adaptor

(page 115) only. The use of

other adaptors may result in

irreparable damage to both

the adaptor and the

instrument.

NOTE

When disconnecting the power

cord/AC adaptor, first turn off

the power, then follow this

procedure in reverse order.

adaptor

AC outlet

DC IN jack

(page 13)

Power cord

DC plug

AC plug

1-1

1-2

1-3

NOTICE

• Press only the [ ] (Standby/

On) switch when turning the

power on. Any other

operations, such as pressing

the keys, buttons or pedals

may cause the instrument to

malfunction.

•Turning the power off while

recording or editing might

cause data loss. If you need

to force-quit the instrument,

hold down the [ ] (Standby/

On) switch for longer than

three seconds. Note that the

force-quit operation might

cause loss of the Paring

information for Bluetooth

audio function.

[] (Stand by/On)

switch

The power

indicator lights up.

CAUTION

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.

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Getting Started — Playing the Keyboard

4. Play the keyboard.

While playing the keyboard, adjust the volume level by using the [MASTER

VOLUME] slider. For details, refer to “Setting the volume — [MASTER

VOLUME]” on page 16.

5. After you use the instrument, press and hold the

[] (Standby/On) switch for a second to turn the power

off.

The display and the [ ] (Standby/On) button lamp both turn off.

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 approximately 30 minutes by

default; however, you can change the setting (page 102).

CAUTION

Even when the instrument is

turned off, electricity is still

flowing to the instrument at

the minimum level. When you

are not using the instrument

for a long time or during

electrical storms, make sure

you unplug the AC power

plug from the wall AC outlet.

NOTICE

•Any data which are not saved

will be lost if the power

automatically turns off. Make

sure to save your data before

this happens.

• Depending on the instrument

status, the power may not

turn off automatically, even

after the specified period of

time elapses. Always turn off

the power manually when the

instrument is not in use.

Disabling Auto Power Off (simple method)

Turn the power on while holding down the lowest key on the keyboard. An

“Auto power off disabled” message appears briefly and Auto Power Off is

disabled.

The lowest key

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To adjust the volume, use the [MASTER VOLUME] slider located at the right

of the panel. Play the keyboard to actually produce sound while you adjust the

volume.

Intelligent Acoustic Control (IAC)

IAC is a function which automatically adjusts and controls the sound quality

according to the overall volume of the instrument. Even when the volume is

low, it permits both low sounds and high sounds to be clearly heard.

IAC Control is effective only from the sound output of the instrument speakers.

You can set the IAC setting On or Off via the “System” menu display (page 99):

Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the “System” menu display

→ “Sound”

 “IAC.” The default setting for this function is “On.”

Connect a pair of headphones to one of the [PHONES] jacks. When the

headphones are plugged into either of the [PHONES] jacks, the internal

speaker system is automatically shut off. Two [PHONES] jacks are provided.

Two sets of standard stereo headphones can be plugged in. (If you are using

only one pair of headphones, you can plug them into either of these jacks.)

Setting the Volume — [MASTER VOLUME]

Decreases

the level.

Increases

the level.

Master Volume: The

volume level of the entire

keyboard sound.

Adjusting the [MASTER

VOLUME] slider also affects

the output level of the

[PHONES] jacks and the

output level of the AUX OUT

jacks.

CAUTION

Do not use the instrument at

a high volume level for a long

period of time, or your

hearing may be damaged.

Using Headphones

Standard stereo

phone plug

CAUTION

Do not use headphones at a

high volume for an extended

period of time. Doing so may

cause hearing loss.

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Getting Started — Playing the Keyboard

Reproducing the Natural Sensation of Sound Distance

—Binaural Sampling and Stereophonic Optimizer

This instrument features two advanced technologies that allow you to enjoy

exceptionally realistic, natural sound, even when listening on headphones.

Binaural Sampling (“CFX Grand” Voice only)

Binaural sampling is a method that uses two special microphones set at the ear

position of a performer and records the sound from a piano as it is. Listening to the

sound with this effect through headphones gives the impression of being immersed

in the sound, as if it was actually emanating from the piano. Moreover, you can

enjoy the sound naturally for a long time without ear strain. When the default voice,

“CFX Grand” is selected, connecting the headphones automatically enables the

binaural sampling sound.

Stereophonic Optimizer (Voices in the Piano group other than

“CFX Grand”)

The Stereophonic Optimizer is an effect which reproduces natural sound distance

like the sound of binaural sampling even though you hear it on headphones. When

a Voice in the Piano group other than “CFX Grand” is selected, connecting the

headphones automatically enables the Stereophonic Optimizer.

Sampling

A technology which records

the sounds of an acoustic

instrument then stores them to

the tone generator to be played

based on information received

from the keyboard.

NOTE

Voices in the Piano group are

those contained in the “Piano”

category in the Preset Voice

List (page 107). For details

about selecting Voices, refer to

page 22.

When headphones are connected, the Voices in the Piano group automatically

change to the sound of Binaural Sampling or the sound enhanced with the

Stereophonic Optimizer, by the default settings. However, when headphones are

connected, these functions affect the sound from the external speaker connected to

the AUX OUT jacks or the sound for Audio recording (page 61), and may result in

those sounds sounding unusual.

If you want to turn these functions off, you can switch them on and off via the

“System” menu display. Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the

“System” menu display: “Sound” → “Binaural” (page 99).

NOTE

Before connecting an external

powered speaker system, be

sure to read “Connections”

(page 72).

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Getting Started — Playing the Keyboard

You can switch various selected functions on/off by using the included FC4A

footswitch, connected to the [AUX PEDAL] jack.

Also a separately sold FC3A foot pedal or FC5 footswitch can be connected to

the jack.

To select the function, use the

“Aux Assign” (page 99) in the “System” menu

display.

Damper Resonance

When you select a Piano Voice, pressing the footswitch activates the Damper

Resonance (VRM, page 27) to accurately recreate the resonance of an acoustic

piano’s strings.

You can turn the VRM effect on/off and determine the depth of the damper

resonance in the Piano Room display (page 25).

Using a Pedal (Footswitch)

NOTE

• Connect or disconnect the

footswitch /pedal when the

power of this instrument is

turned off.

• Do not press the footswitch/

pedal while turning the power

on. Doing this changes the

recognized polarity of the

footswitch/pedal, resulting in

reversed footswitch/pedal

operation.

Default setting:

Sustain (Continuous)

NOTE

Damper Resonance cannot be

used while Duo (page 32) is

on.

Half-pedal function

This function can be used when a separately sold FC3A foot pedal or LP-1 pedal unit

(page 19) is connected and allows you to vary the sustain length depending on how far

the pedal is pressed. The farther down you press the pedal, the more the sound sustains.

For example, if you press the damper pedal and all notes you are playing sound a bit

murky and loud with too much sustain, you can release the pedal half way or higher to

decrease the sustain (murkiness).

You can specify the point to which you must depress the foot pedal connected to the

[AUX PEDAL] jack or the damper pedal of the pedal unit (Half Pedal Point). Press the

[FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the “System” menu display: “Pedal”

 “Half

Pedal Point” (page 99).

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The [PEDAL UNIT] jack is for connecting a separately sold LP-1 pedal unit.

When connecting the pedal unit, make sure to also assemble the unit on a

separately sold keyboard stand (L-515).

Damper pedal (right pedal)

When you press the damper pedal, the notes you play

have a longer sustain.

When you select a Voice in the Piano group, pressing

the damper pedal activates the VRM (page 27) to

accurately recreate the unique resonance of an acoustic

grand piano’s soundboard and strings.

This pedal features Half-pedal function.

Sostenuto pedal (center pedal)

If you play a note or chord on the keyboard and press

the sostenuto pedal while holding the note(s), the

notes will sustain as long as the pedal is held. All

subsequent notes will not sustain.

Soft pedal (left pedal)

The soft pedal reduces the volume and slightly changes the timbre of notes played

while the pedal is pressed. The soft pedal will not affect notes that are already

playing when it is pressed. In order to apply this effect, play notes after pressing the

pedal.

Keep in mind that this pedal function will be changed from the Soft pedal

depending on the selected Voice. When the “Jazz Organ” is selected, pressing and

releasing this pedal switches between “fast” and “slow” of the Rotary Speaker speed

(“Rotary Speed” on page 90). When the Vibraphone is selected, this pedal switches

Vibrato on and off (“VibeRotor” on page 90).

Using the Pedal Unit (sold separately)

NOTE

Make sure that power is off

when connecting or

disconnecting the pedal unit.

L-515

(sold separately)

LP-1

(sold separately)

When you press the damper

pedal here, the notes you

play before you release the

pedal have a longer sustain.

NOTE

Voices in the Piano group are

those contained in the “Piano”

category in the Preset Voice

List (page 107). For details

about selecting Voices, refer to

page 22.

NOTE

You can assign other functions

to each pedal by using “Pedal

Assign” in “Voice” menu

display (page 91).

When you press the sostenuto

pedal here while holding the

note(s), the notes will su stain as

long as you hold the pedal.

NOTE

While the sostenuto (center)

pedal is held, a sustained (non-

decaying) type of Voice such

as strings or organ may sound

continuously without decay

after the notes have been

released.

NOTE

The center pedal or left pedal

can also be used as a [PLAY/

PAUSE] button. You can assign

this function via the “System”

menu display: Press the

[FUNCTION] button repeatedly

to call up the “System” menu

display: “Pedal”  “Play/

Pause” (page 99).

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Basic Operations on Display

In addition to the front panel buttons, the instrument also features detailed control via the display menus—

allowing you to select from the wealth of Voices and Songs included, as well as changing various detailed

instrument settings, for even greater playability and performance potential.

Voice display

This indicates the current position

in the Voice group.

1.Press a Voice button to call up the Voice

display.

Menu icon

Menu name

2.Use the [<]/[>] buttons to select the previous or

next Voice. Press the [<]/[>] buttons

simultaneously to select the first Voice in the

Voice group.

Song display

1.Press the [DEMO/SONG] button to call

up the Song category list.

2.Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select a Song

category.

Press [>] to select a

Song category.

Press [<] to return.

Detailed settings display

1.Press the [FUNCTION] button

repeatedly to select the desired menu.

2.Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select a parameter of

the current menu.

You can also select the desired menu by using these alternate steps:

1. Press the [FUNCTION] button once

to call up the detailed setting display.

2. Press the [<] button to highlight the menu icon,

and then use the [

]/[ ] buttons to select the

desired menu.

Note that the hierarchy

depth differs depending on

the selected parameter.

Voice display

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Voic e displ ay : For selecting the Voice (the sound when playing the keyboard).

Song display: For selecting the Song to playback on this instrument.

Detailed setting display: For making detailed settings for about the keyboard performance, such as Voice, or Song

playback, etc. (page88)

Press [>] to select a Song.

Press [ ] to return.

Press [>] to detailed settings.

Press [EXIT] to return to the

previous display.

Press [>] to detailed settings.

Press [<] to return.

A checkmark is

shown at the right of

the selection.

Press the [EXIT] button to return to the

Voice display or the Song display,

depending on which display was

previously shown.

While the pop-up window is shown,

pressing the [EXIT] button closes the

pop-up window.

Return to the Voice/Song display

3.Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to

select a Song.

4.Press [PLAY/PAUSE] button to playback

the Song.

Use the [ ] or [ ] buttons to select the previous

or next bars.

When this is shown

here, you can scroll

through the display

vertically.

NOTE

If your instrument is the P-515WH, the

display background is white and the

characters and other marks are black.

Adjusting the value on the slider pop-up window

3.Use the [<]/[>] buttons to adjust the value, press the

[EXIT] button to close the pop-up window.

To reset the default value, press the [

] and [

] buttons

simultaneously.

3.Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons or the [>] button to select a

setting.

Press the [

] button to return to the previous display.

Selecting a value from a list

Song display

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Main Operations

Playing Various Musical Instrument Sounds

(Voices)

You can select and play other musical instrument sounds (Voices), such as piano, organ, or stringed

instruments.

The Voices of the instrument are conveniently divided into groups of

instrument types. Select a desired Voice and play the piano.

You can also select a Voice from the XG Voices. For instructions, refer to

page 23.

1. Press one of the Voice buttons to select the desired Voice.

Each time you press the Voice button, the Voice in the Voice group

changes in order.

After the Voice display is called up, you can also select the Voice by using

the [<]/[>] buttons. Pressing the [<]/[>] buttons simultaneously selects

the first Voice in the current selected Voice group (page 107).

2. Play the keyboard.

Selecting Voices

NOTE

To hear and experience the

characteristics of the Voices,

listen to the Demo Songs for

each Voice (page 24).

NOTE

For information about the

Voices, refer to the “Preset

Voice List” (page 107).

Voice buttons[ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>]

buttons

Voice button

Voice display

Voice group

This indicates the current position

in the Voice group.

The Voice display of the

currently selected Voice

appears.

NOTE

You can specify the Touch

Response (how the sound

responds to the way you play

the keys). For details, refer to

page 36.

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Playing Various Musical Instrument Sounds (Voices)

Selecting XG Voices

XG Voices are for playing XG (page 8) format compatible Song data. After the

Voice display is called up, select a Voice from the XG Voices, following the

instructions below.

1. Press the [OTHERS] button while pressing the [FUNCTION]

button to call up the XG Voice group list display.

2. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select one of the XG Voice groups,

then press the [>] button.

3. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select the desired XG Voice, then

press the [>] button.

*For details on XG Voices, refer to the “XG Voice list” in the Data List on the website (page 9).

When this is shown here, you can

scroll through the display vertically.

XG Voice group list displayXG Voice group list display

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Playing Various Musical Instrument Sounds (Voices)

For each Voice group, the instrument contains several Demo recordings that

showcase the special characteristics of the corresponding Voices. For

information about the Voices which feature Demos that can be played back,

refer to the “Preset Voice List” on page 107.

1. Press the [DEMO/SONG] button to call up the Song list

display.

2. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “Demo,” and then press

the [>] button to call up the next display.

3. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select the desired Voice Demo,

and then press the [>] button to call up the “Demo”

display.

The currently selected Voice Demo name is shown in the display.

4. Press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button to start playback.

5. Press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button again to stop playback.

The Piano Demo stops automatically when Piano Demo playback reaches

the end.

Selecting Other Demos

Press the [ ] button to return to the Song list display, then repeat steps 3

– 4 of this section.

Listening to the Voice Demos

[DEMO/SONG]

button

[ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>]

buttons

[PLAY/PAUSE]

button

“Demo” display

NOTE

Recording operations cannot

be used during Voice Demo

playback.

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Playing Various Musical Instrument Sounds (Voices)

The Piano Room function is for those who want to simply, conveniently, and

fully enjoy playing the instrument as a piano. No matter what Voice or other

settings you've made, you can instantly call up the optimum settings for piano

performance with a single button press. Try creating a custom piano sound by

adjusting the various parameters, such as lid position, string resonance, damper

resonance, touch response and so on.

1. Press the [PIANO ROOM] button to call up the Piano

Room display.

2. Press the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select items (page 26).

3. Press the [<]/[>] buttons to change the settings (page 26).

4. Press the [EXIT] button to exit from the Piano Room

display.

Customizing the Sound and the Touch Response of

Piano Voices (Piano Room)

[PIANO ROOM]

button

[ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>]

buttons

[EXIT] button

NOTE

If a Voice other than in the

Piano group is selected,

pressing the [PIANO ROOM]

button changes it to “CFX

Grand.”

NOTE

Pressing the [PIANO ROOM]

button disables the Dual/Split/

Duo functions.

Piano Room display

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What you can do in the Piano Room

You can also set the following items “Voice” menu display (page 89) or “System” menu display (page 98). If

you change the settings of these items in the Piano Room display, the settings in the Voice or System display

also change.

Item Icon Descriptions

Default

settings

Setting range

Lid Position Determines how much the Lid is opened. Full Full, Half, Close

Brightness Adjusts the brilliance of sound. 5 0 – 10

Touch Determines how the sound responds to your playing

strength. You should adjust this setting according to the

specific Voice you’re playing or the particular Song you’re

performing, as desired.

Medium Soft2, Soft1,

Medium, Hard1,

Hard2, Fixed

Reverb Determines the Reverb type which is applied to all the entire

sound including the keyboard performance, Song playback

and MIDI data input from an external MIDI device.

Differs

depending on

the Voice.

Refer to the

Reverb Type

List (page 92)

Reverb

Depth

Adjusts the Reverb depth. When “Reverb” is set to “off” or a

value of “0,” no effect is produced.

Differs

depending on

the Voice.

0 – 127

Master Tune Fine tunes the pitch of the entire instrument. This function is

useful when you play this instrument along with other

instruments or CD music.

A3 = 440.0 Hz A3 = 414.8 Hz –

466.8 Hz

(approx. 0.2 Hz

steps)

VRM Turns the VRM effect on/off. For information about the VRM

function, refer to page 27. For details about the Piano Voices

compatible with VRM, refer to the “Preset Voice List” on

page 107.

Listening to the VRM Demo

You can hear the difference of

VRM On/Off by pressing the

[PLAY/PAUSE] button while VRM

On/Off display is being displayed.

If you press the [PLAY/PAUSE]

button while VRM is On, the Demo

Song of VRM On will play back. If you press the [PLAY/

PAUSE] button while VRM Off, the Demo Song of VRM Off will

play back.

On On, Off

Damper Res. Determines the depth of the string resonance effect which is

applied when the damper pedal is pressed. This parameter

can be set when VRM is on.

50 – 10

String Res. Determines the depth of the string resonance effect which is

applied when a note on the keyboard is pressed. This

parameter can be set when VRM is on.

50 – 10

Aliquot Res. Adjusts the sympathetic vibrations of the Aliquot resonance

effect. For details about Aliquot, refer to “What is Aliquot?”

(page 27).

50 – 10

Body Res. Adjusts the resonance of the piano itself, i.e. soundboard, the

sides, the frame and so on. This parameter can be set when

VRM is on.

50 – 10

Key Off Sample Determines the volume of the key-off sound (the subtle sound

that occurs when you release a key) which is available only

for some Voices. For Voices to which this effect is applied,

refer to the Voice List (page 107).

50 – 10

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Half Pedal Point Specify the point to which you must depress the right pedal

before the effect of “Sustain (Continuous)” begins to be

applied. This setting applies only to the “Sustain

(Continuous)” effect (page 92) that is assigned to the right

pedal.

-2 (effective with

the shallowest

press) – 0 – +4

(effective with the

deepest press)

Item Icon Descriptions

Default

settings

Setting range

What is VRM?

On a actual grand piano, if you press the damper pedal and play a key, not only

does the string of the pressed key vibrate, it also causes other strings and the

soundboard to vibrate, with each influencing the rest, creating a rich and

brilliant resonance that sustains and expands. The VRM (Virtual Resonance

Modeling) technology featured in this instrument reproduces the complicated

interaction between both string and soundboard resonance, and make the

sound more like that of a real acoustic grand piano.

Since resonance instantaneously occurs depending on the action of the keys and

pedal, you can expressively vary the sound by changing the timing of your

pressing the keys, and the timing and depth of your pressing the pedal.

What is Aliquot?

Aliquot is a stringing method for pianos that uses extra, un-struck strings in the

upper octaves to enhance the tone. These strings sympathetically vibrate with

other strings in an acoustic piano, resonating with overtones, and adding

richness, brilliance and complex color to the sound. Since they do not have a

damper, they will continue sounding even after you release your hands from the

keyboard.

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Applying the following effects gives you greater and richer expressive

capabilities.

Reverb

This control adds reverberation to the sound by simulating the natural

reverberation of a concert hall. The ideal Reverb type is automatically selected

whenever you select a Voice, but you can select any of the available Reverb types.

To select a desired Reverb type, press the [REVERB] button to call up the

“Reverb” display. You can also select the Reverb type for Voices in the Piano

group from the Piano Room display (page 26).

This setting is applied commonly to all parts (keyboard Voices/Song/MIDI).

Chorus

This control adds warmth and spaciousness to the sound. The ideal Chorus

type is automatically selected whenever you select a Voice, but you can select

any of the available Chorus types.

To select a desired Chorus type, use the “Voice” menu display: “Chorus”

(page 89).

This setting is applied commonly to all parts (keyboard Voices/Song/MIDI).

Effects

This instrument features a wide variety of Effects, letting you apply

enhancements such as Echo or Tremolo to the selected Voice for your keyboard

performance. You can select any of the available Effect types from the “Voice”

menu display: “Voice Edit”  “Effect” (page 90).

Enhancing and Customizing the Sound

NOTE

• You can adjust the Reverb

depth for the selected Voice

from the “Voice” menu

display: “Voice Edit” 

“Reverb Depth” (page 90).

• If you change the Reverb

type of Piano group Voices

here, the type in the Piano

Room display (page 26) is

also changed.

NOTE

You can adjust the Chorus

depth for the selected Voice

from the “Voice” menu display:

“Voice Edit”  “Chorus Depth”

(page 90).

NOTE

When you want to apply the

Chorus effect to a Voice whose

Chorus type is set to off by

default, set the Chorus type to

something other than “Off,”

then set the Chorus depth

value as desired (greater than

“0”).

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Two Voices can be played simultaneously. You can create warm and richly

textured Voices by using Voices from different groups simultaneously in a layer,

or by using Voices in the same group.

1. To enter the Dual mode, press the [DUAL/SPLIT] button

once.

The Voice which is displayed at top is Voice 1, and the one at bottom is

Voice 2.

2. Select the Voices for layering.

2-1. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to highlight (Voice 1) in the

display.

2-2. Use the Voice button to select the desired Voice (page 22).

2-3. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to highlight (Voice 2), and then

select a Voice according to step 2-2.

3. Play the keyboard.

4. To exit from the Dual mode, press the [DUAL/SPLIT]

button repeatedly to turn the lamp off.

Playing Two Voices Simultaneously (Dual)

[ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>]

buttons

[DUAL/SPLIT]

button

NOTE

You can also enter the Dual

mode by pressing the two

Voice buttons simultaneously.

Voice 1

Voice 2

Lit

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Split mode enables you to play two different Voices on the keyboard—one with

your left hand and another with your right.

1. To enter the Split mode, press the [DUAL/SPLIT] button

twice.

The Voice which is displayed at top is Voice R, and the one at bottom is

Voice L.

2. Select a Voice for the right-hand area and left-hand area.

The border between the right- and left-hand ranges is referred to as “Split

Point.” The Split Point key (F 2 as default) is included in the left-hand

range.

2-1. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to highlight (Voice R) in the

display.

2-2. Use the Voice button to select the desired Voice (page 22).

2-3. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to highlight (Voice L), and then

select a Voice according to step 2-2.

3. Play the keyboard.

4. To exit from the Split mode, press the [DUAL/SPLIT]

button repeatedly so that the lamp turns off.

Splitting the Keyboard Range and Playing Two

Different Voices (Split Mode)

[ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>]

buttons

[DUAL/SPLIT]

button

Voice R

Voice L

Lit

NOTE

The Split Point can also be set

via the “System” menu display:

Press the [FUNCTION] button

repeatedly to call up the

“System” menu display 

“Keyboard”  “Split Point”

(page 99).

Changing the Split Point

You can change the Split Point from the default setting “F 2” to any other key.

While in the Split mode, hold down the [DUAL/SPLIT] button, and press the

key you wish to assign as the Split Point.

Center “C”

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1. To use both the Dual and Split modes simultaneously,

press the [DUAL/SPLIT] button three times.

The Voice which is displayed at top is Voice R1, and the one in the middle

is Voice R2, and the one at bottom is Voice L.

2. Select the Voices for layering and for the left-hand area.

2-1. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to highlight (Voice R1) in the

display.

2-2. Use the Voice button to select the desired Voice (page 22).

2-3. Use the [ ]/[ ] button to highlight (Voice R2) or

(Voice L), and then select Voices according to step 2-2.

3. Play the keyboard.

4. Press the [DUAL/SPLIT] button to exit from the Dual and

Split mode.

The lamp of the [DUAL/SPLIT] button turns off.

Using Dual and Split Simultaneously

[ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>]

buttons

[DUAL/SPLIT]

button

Voice R1

Voice R2

Lit

Voice L

NOTE

The specified Split Point key is

included in the left-hand range.

NOTE

For the information on setting

the Split Point, refer to page 30.

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This function allows two different players to play the instrument, one on the

left and the other on the right. This is convenient for practicing duets over the

same octave range.

1. Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the

“System” menu display, and then select the highlighted

item in each display as illustrated below.

The keyboard is divided into two sections, with the E3 key as the Split

Point.

When using the included footswitch or separately sold footswitch/pedal,

you can determine the keyboard area to which the function of the

footswitch/pedal is applied.

Refer to “Aux Area” on page 99 for details.

When using the separately sold pedal unit, the pedal function changes as

follows.

Playing Duo

[ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>]

buttons

[DUAL/SPLIT]

button

[EXIT] button[FUNCTION]

button

“System” menu display

1-1. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons

to select “Keyboard.”

1-2. Press the [>] button to

call up the next display.

1-3. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons

to select “Duo.”

1-4. Press the [>] button to

select “On.”

[DUAL/SPLIT] button

lights in blue.

“Keyboard” display

NOTE

While Duo is on, the Reverb,

VRM and Stereophonic

Optimizer functions are

disabled (page 17).

NOTE

The specified Split Point key is

included in the left-hand range.

Aux Area

Default setting: All

Setting range: All, Right, Left

Right Pedal Damper pedal for the right-hand range

Center Pedal Damper pedal for both the right-hand and left hand ranges

Left Pedal Damper pedal for the left-hand range

Left section

Split Point E3Equivalent to C3 (middle C) Equivalent to C3 (middle C)

Right section

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2. Press the [EXIT] button to call up the Voice display, and

then press the Voice button to select the desired Voice.

When Duo is on, the [Duo] indication is shown on the Voice display.

3. Play the keyboard.

The sound of left-hand range is emitted from the left, the sound of right-

hand range is emitted from the right.

4. Press the [DUAL/SPLIT] button to exit from the Duo

mode.

You can also exit from the Duo mode by following either of the

instructions below.

• Press the [PIANO ROOM] button.

• Repeat the same procedure from step 1 to set it to “Off.”

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You can shift the pitch of the entire keyboard up or down in semitone intervals

to facilitate playing in difficult key signatures, and to let you easily match the

pitch of the keyboard to the range of a singer or other instruments. For

example, if you set this parameter to “5”, playing key C produces pitch F. In this

way, you can play the F major song as if it were in C major.

1. Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the

“Voice” menu display. Select “Transpose,” and then press

the [>] button.

2. Set the Transpose amount by using the [<]/[>] buttons.

To reset the parameter to the default setting, press the [<] and [>] buttons

simultaneously.

3. Press the [EXIT] button to close the “Transpose” display.

Transposing the Pitch in Semitones (Transpose)

[ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>]

buttons

[EXIT] button[FUNCTION]

button

“Voice” menu display

Default setting: 0

Setting range: -12 (-1

octave) – 0 (normal pitch)

– +12 (+1 octave)

NOTE

The setting made here does

not affect Song playback.

If you want to transpose Song

playback, use the Transpose

parameter in the “Song” menu

(page 93).

NOTE

Your keyboard performance

data will be transmitted with the

transposed note numbers while

MIDI note numbers received

from an external MIDI device or

computer will not be affected

by the Transpose setting.

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You can fine-tune the pitch of the entire instrument. This function is useful

when you play this instrument along with other instruments or recorded

music.

1. Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the

“System” menu display. Select “Tuning” by using the [ ]/

[ ] buttons and then press the [>] button.

2. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select the “Master Tune,” then

press the [>] button.

3. Set the tuning value by using the [<]/[>] buttons. To reset

the value to the default setting (A3=440.0Hz), press the

[<]/[>] buttons simultaneously.

4. Press the [EXIT] button to close the “Master Tune” display.

Fine Tuning the Pitch (Master Tune)

[ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>]

buttons

[EXIT] button[FUNCTION]

button

“System” menu display

Default setting: A3=440.0Hz

Setting range: A3=414.8Hz

– 440.0Hz – 466.8Hz (in

approximately 0.2 Hz

increments)

NOTE

• If you change the tuning

value here, the value in the

Piano Room display

(page 26) is also changed.

• These settings will not be

applied to the Drum Kit

Voices or Audio Song. Also,

these settings will not be

recorded to a MIDI Song.

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You can determine how the sound responds to your playing strength. This

setting does not change the weight of the keyboard.

1. Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the

“System” menu display. Select “Keyboard” by using the

[ ]/[ ] buttons, and then press the [>] button.

2. Select “Touch” by using the [ ]/[ ] buttons, and then

press the [>] button.

3. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to determine the touch sensitivity.

Touch Sensitivity list

4. Press the [EXIT] button to exit from the “Touch” display.

Changing the Touch Sensitivity (Touch)

[ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>]

buttons

[EXIT] button[FUNCTION]

button

NOTE

When playing with Piano

Voices, you can also determine

the touch sensitivity in the

Piano Room display.

For details, refer to “What you

can do in the Piano Room” on

page 26.

“System” menu display

Default setting: Medium

NOTE

• If you change the touch

sensitivity here, the setting in

the Piano Room display

(page 26) is also changed

• The setting here will not be

recorded to a MIDI Song nor

be transmitted as MIDI

messages.

• The touch sensitivity settings

may have no effect with

Organ or Harpsichord

Voices.

Soft 2 Produces relatively high volume even with light playing strength.

Soft 1 Produces high volume with moderate playing strength.

Medium Standard touch sensitivity.

Hard 1 Requires moderately strong playing for high volume.

Hard 2 Requires strong playing to produce high volume.

Fixed No touch response. The volume level will be the same regardless of

how hard you play the keys.

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By using the Sound Boost function when playing along with other instruments,

you can raise the volume and enhance the presence of your performance

without losing any of the expressive range. This function is particularly useful

when you want all the notes you play—both loud and soft—to be clearly

audible.

1. Press the [SOUND BOOST/EQ] button once to call up the

“Sound Boost” display, and then press the [ ] button to

highlight “On/Off.”

2. Press the [>] button to turn on the Sound Boost function.

The [SOUND BOOST/EQ] button lights.

3. Press the [ ] button to highlight “Type.”

4. Press the [>] button to call up the “Type” display, then use

the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select the Sound Boost type.

Sound Boost type list

5. Press the [EXIT] button to exit from the “Type” display.

Boosting the Overall Sound (SOUND BOOST)

[ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>]

buttons

Default setting: Off

“Sound Boost” display

Default setting: 2

1 Producing smooth dynamics, this type is ideal for solo performances

of energetic songs.

2 This type produces a smoother, clearer sound than Type 1, making it

the perfect choice when singing and playing at the same time.

3 In addition to brighter, more-powerful sound than Type 2, this type also

has a clearer attack — ideal when performing as part of a band.

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The EQ (Equalizer) processes the sound by dividing the frequency spectrum

into multiple bands, allowing you to boost or cut them as required to tailor the

overall frequency response and provide optimum sound when listening

through the instrument’s internal speaker, or headphones, etc.

This instrument possesses a three-band digital EQ. You can select one of the

three preset EQ types in the “Master EQ” display. You can even create your own

custom EQ settings by adjusting the frequency bands, and save the settings to

the User Master EQ.

Selecting the Master EQ type

1. Press the [SOUND BOOST/EQ] button twice to call up the

“Master EQ” display.

2. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select the Master EQ type.

Master EQ type list

3. Press the [EXIT] button to exit from the “Master EQ”

display.

Adjusting the Sound (Master EQ)

[ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>]

buttons

[SOUND BOOST/EQ]

button

[EXIT] button

Default setting: Flat

Flat Flat, unprocessed EQ settings.

Bright EQ settings providing bright sound.

Mellow EQ settings providing mellow sound.

User Your own custom EQ settings saved in “Setting the User Master EQ”

(page 39).

“Master EQ” display

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Setting the User Master EQ

1. Press the [ ] button to select “User” in the “Master EQ”

display, then press the [>] button to call up the User display

in which the three bands can be boosted or cut.

2. Use the [<]/[>] buttons to select a band, then use [ ]/[ ]

buttons to boost or cut it.

To reset the setting to the default, press the [ ]/[ ] buttons

simultaneously.

3. Press the [EXIT] button to close the “User” display.

Default setting: 0 dB

Setting range: -6 dB – 0 – +6

[SOUND BOOST/EQ]

button

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As described below, your instrument’s Panel Lock function allows you

temporarily disable the front panel buttons to prevent them being operated

unintentionally while performing.

1. Press the [SOUND BOOST/EQ] and [REVERB] buttons

simultaneously to lock the front panel.

The Voice display appears on the instrument’s display, and the lock icon is

shown at the lower right on the display.

All front panel buttons with the exception of the [

] (Standby/On)

switch will be disabled.

2. Press the [SOUND BOOST/EQ] and [REVERB] buttons

simultaneously again to unlock the front panel.

Locking the Front Panel

[SOUND BOOST/EQ]

button

[REVERB]

button

NOTE

• It is impossible to lock the

front panel during Song

playback and recording.

• When the front panel is

locked during playback of

the metronome, rhythm, and

Song, playback cannot be

stopped until the panel is

unlocked.

• When the front panel is

locked, it is impossible to

switch between Song

playback/pause by using the

Aux pedal function

(page 99).

• Even if the front panel is

locked, when the Auto Power

Off function (page 15) is on,

the power is automatically

turned off.

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The instrument has a built-in metronome (a device that keeps an accurate

tempo)—a convenient tool for practice.

1. Press the [METRONOME] button to start the metronome.

This calls up the “Tempo” display, from which you can adjust the tempo.

For details, see next section.

2. Press the [METRONOME] button again to stop the

metronome.

To exit from the “Tempo” display, press the [EXIT] button.

Adjusting the Tempo

1. Press the [TEMPO] button to call up the “Tempo” display.

2. Use the [<]/[>] buttons to adjust the tempo.

To reset the tempo to the default setting, press the [<] and [>] buttons

simultaneously.

3. Press the [EXIT] button to exit from the Tempo display.

Using the Metronome

[ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>]

buttons

[EXIT] button[METRONOME]

button

[TEMPO]

button

NOTE

For information on setting the

time signature, refer to

page 42.

NOTE

You can set the metronome

volume, BPM and so on from

the “Metronome/Rhythm” menu

display (page 96).

Setting range: Depends on

the time signature

(page 42).

Te mpo value

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Setting the metronome time signature

1. Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the

“Metronome/Rhythm” menu display. Select the “Time

Sig.”, and then press the [>] button.

2. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select the desired time

signature.

Setting range: 2/2, 1/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 7/4, 3/8, 6/8, 7/8, 9/8, 12/8

Default setting: 4/4 (Selecting a MIDI Song will change the tempo value to

that specified in the selected MIDI Song data.)

Tempo indication and Setting range

When pressing the [TEMPO] button, the tempo is displayed as “note

type=xxx” (For example: =120). Selecting the Time Signature changes

the available parameters as follows.

* When the tempo value of the selected MIDI Song is outside the setting range on the instrument,

the value will be changed to fit within the setting range.

* Note type will be fixed to quarter note as long as the “BPM” parameter in the “Metronome/Rhythm”

menu display is set to “Crotchet” regardless of the Time Signature you set.

3. Turn the “Bell” setting on.

For details, refer to “Bell” in the “Metronome/Rhythm” menu (page 96).

The Metronome plays back according to the selected Time Signature with

the Bell sound on the first beat of each measure.

4. Press the [EXIT] button to exit from the “Metronome/

Rhythm” menu display.

Note type Time Signature Setting range

2/2 3 – 250

1/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4,6/4, 7/4 5 – 500

6/8, 9/8, 12/8 4 – 332 (even numbers only)

3/8, 7/8 10 – 998 (even numbers only)

and 999

Time Signature

Time Signature display

“Metronome/Rhythm”

menu display

Half note

Quarter note

Dotted quarter note

Eighth note

Note type

The length of one beat

Metronome detailed

settings

You can set the metronome

volume, BPM and so on from

the “Metronome/Rhythm” menu

display (page 96).

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Playback

You can select a Rhythm from a variety of musical genres, such as Pops and Jazz, and play along with it.

Refer to “Rhythm List” on page 109.

For this instrument, Rhythm refers to drums and bass accompaniment.

1. Press the [RHYTHM] button to start Rhythm playback.

Intro playback starts followed by the Rhythm playback.

2. Use the [<]/[>] buttons to call up the desired Rhythm.

For details on the available Rhythms, refer to the Rhythm List (page 109).

3. Play the keyboard along with Rhythm playback.

The instrument will automatically create appropriate accompaniment

bass sound while you play, based on the chords you play.

The default setting of the bass sound is “On.”

If you don’t want to have the bass accompaniment sound, set it to “Off ”.

Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the “Metronome/

Rhythm” menu display. Select “Bass,” and then press [>] button to switch

on/off.

4. To stop Rhythm playback, press the [RHYTHM] button

again.

The Rhythm will automatically stop after the Ending is played.

5. Press the [EXIT] button to exit from the “Rhythm” display.

[RHYTHM]

button

[ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>]

buttons

[EXIT] button

About the Rhythm Tempo

• The Rhythm tempo is

equivalent to that set for the

Metronome (page 41).

• Although you set the Rhythm

tempo, selecting a MIDI Song

will change the tempo value

to that specified in the

selected MIDI Song data.

• When you press the [TEMPO]

button to call up the “Tempo”

display to change the

Rhythm tempo, during

Rhythm playback, press the

[EXIT] button to return to the

“Rhythm” display from the

“Tempo” display.

Detailed Settings for the

Rhythm

From the “Metronome/Rhythm”

menu display (page 96), you

can set detailed parameters,

such as Rhythm volume and

Sync Start, with which pressing

a key will start Rhythm

playback.

NOTE

The “Rhythm” display cannot

be called up during the Song

playback or recording.

To set the Intro/Ending on or off

“Intro” and “Ending” allow you to vary the arrangement of the accompaniment.

You can set “Intro” and “Ending” on/off via “Intro” or “Ending” in the

“Metronome/Rhythm” menu display (page 96).

NOTE

• Some arrangements may not

be suitable for use with this

feature.

• 9th, 11th and 13th chords

cannot be played.

• For details on how to play

chords, refer to commercially

available chord books.

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Playing Back Songs

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

Songs. In addition to listening to these Songs, you can play the keyboard as the Song plays back.

You can play back the following types of Songs in this instrument.

• Preset Voice Demo Songs (Voice Demo).

•P

reset Songs: 50 classical Preset Songs (“50 Classics”)

• Your own recorded Songs (see page 54 for instructions on recording)

• Commercially available MIDI Song data: SMF (Standard MIDI File)

The maximum size for playback on this instrument is approx. 500KB per single

MIDI Song.

• Commercially available Audio Song data: Wav (file extension = .wav with

44.1 kHz sample rate, 16-bit resolution, stereo, and maximum 80 minutes length)

MIDI Songs and Audio Songs

There are two kinds of Songs that can be recorded and played back on this

instrument: MIDI Songs and Audio Songs.

A MIDI Song is comprised of your keyboard performance information and is not a

recording of the actual sound itself. The performance information refers to which

keys are played, at what timing, and at what strength—just as in a musical score.

Based on the recorded performance information, the tone generator (of the

Clavinova, etc.) outputs the corresponding sound. A MIDI Song uses a small amount

of data capacity in comparison to an Audio song, and allows you to easily change

aspects of the sound, such as Voices used, etc.

An Audio Song is a recording of the performed sound itself. This data is recorded in

the same way as that used in recording cassette tapes, or with voice recorders, etc.

This data can be played with a portable music player, etc., allowing you to easily let

other people hear your performance.

Availability of functions differs between MIDI Songs and Audio Songs. In this chapter, the

following icons indicate whether or not the explanation applies to MIDI Songs or Audio Songs

individually.

Example:

MIDI Audio

Indicates explanation applies

only to MIDI Songs

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1. If you want to play back a Song in a USB flash drive,

connect the USB flash drive containing Song data to the

[ ] (USB TO DEVICE) terminal beforehand.

Audio files to be played must be on a USB flash drive.

2. Press the [DEMO/SONG] button to call up the Song List

display, then select the desired category using [ ]/[ ]

buttons.

Select the desired one from “50 Classics,” “User” or “USB” referring to the

category descriptions below.

Playback of Songs

MIDI Audio

NOTE

The instrument can

automatically select a Song file

saved in the root directory of

the USB flash drive as soon as

the USB flash drive is

connected. For instructions,

refer to “USB Autoload” on

page 101.

[DEMO/SONG]

button

[ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>]

buttons

[PLAY/PAUSE]

button

NOTE

Before using a USB flash drive,

be sure to read “Connecting

USB Devices ([ ] (USB

TO DEVICE) terminal)” on

page 74.

NOTE

USB folder appears only when

USB flash drive is connected to

the [ ] (USB TO DEVICE)

terminal.

Demo

Voice Demos let you experience the characteristics of the Voices

(MIDI Song) (page 24).

50 Classics

50 classical Preset Songs (MIDI Songs).

For details, refer to the “Song List” on page 109.

User

MIDI Songs which have been recorded and saved to the instrument by

using the Recording function (page 54), and MIDI Songs which have been

copied/moved to the instrument using File operations (page 66).

USB

MIDI/Audio Songs saved to the USB flash drive by recording them with this

instrument or Audio Songs converted from MIDI Songs (page 70), or MIDI/

Audio Songs saved to the USB flash drive.

Song category

[ ]/[ ] buttons

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3. Press the [>] button to display the Songs in the specified

category, and then select a desired Song using the [ ]/[ ]

buttons.

When “User” or “USB” category is selected, the icon indicating Song

types are shown to the left of the Song name.

To select a recorded Song saved to USB flash drive:

When you record a Song and save it to a USB flash drive, the recorded

Song will automatically be saved to the USER FILES folder on a USB flash

drive. If you want to select the Song from the USER FILES folder, select

USB in step 2, and USER FILES folder in step 3.

4. Press the [>] button to select the desired Song.

The Song display is shown letting you to see the currently selected Song

name and its category name.

5. Press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button to start playback.

The current position of the Song playback will be shown.

You can play the keyboard along with Song playback. You can also change

the Voice for your keyboard performance. To adjust the volume balance

between your keyboard performance and MIDI Song playback, or to

adjust the Audio Volume, set the appropriate Volume parameters

individually in the “Song” menu display (page 52).

NOTE

“NoSong” will be shown in the

display when no data exists in

that folder.

NOTE

Press the [<] button to return to

the category/folder.

Icon

Song List

icon Data format

Folder

MIDI Songs

Audio Songs

When Songs cannot be

read from a USB flash drive

If the song cannot be read, you

may need to change the

Language setting for the Song

name in the “System” menu

display (page 102).

NOTE

Press the [ ] button to return to

the Song list.

Song

name

Song display: MIDI Song Song display: Audio Song

Song

name

Category name Category name

NOTE

• When the Song title is too

long to be displayed, press

the [

] button to see the full

title.

• Songs having titles longer

than 47 characters cannot be

played on this instrument.

Song display: MIDI Song Song display: Audio Song

Current position Current position

NOTE

If a Song has been selected,

the original tempo of the Song

is used, and the Metronome

setting (page 41) will be

ignored.

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6. Press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button again to stop playback.

Even if you don’t press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button, the Song stops

automatically when Song playback reaches the end.

Rewind/Fast forward

1. Use the [<] and [>] buttons to move back or forth through

the Song (in bars or seconds), while the Song display is

shown.

Holding one of the buttons scrolls backward/forward continuously.

Pressing the [<] and [>] buttons simultaneously returns to the top

position of the Song.

Adjusting the tempo

You can adjust the playback tempo of a Song.

1. Press the [TEMPO] button to call up the “Tempo” display.

For a MIDI Song, press the [TEMPO] button during Song playback or

while the Song display is shown. For an Audio Song, press the [TEMPO]

button during Song playback.

2. Change the Tempo value using the [<]/[>] buttons.

The original tempo of the current Song can be recalled by pressing the [<]

and [>] buttons simultaneously.

When a MIDI Song is selected, the tempo range differs depending on the

Time Signature for a selected Song.

When an Audio Song is selected, the tempo range is between 75% –

125%. 100% is the original tempo value. Higher values result in a faster

tempo.

3. Press the [EXIT] button to exit from the “Tempo” display.

NOTE

Useful playback functions are

described on pages 48 – 53.

NOTE

Pressing the [<] and [>]

buttons simultaneously returns

to the top position of the Song.

Song display: MIDI Song Song display: Audio Song

Measure number Elapsed time

NOTE

Changing the tempo of an

Audio Song may change its

tonal characteristics.

MIDI Song Audio Song

Tempo Tempo

NOTE

Available setting values may

only include even numbers

(multiples of 2), depending on

the Time Signature. For more

information, refer to page 42.

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Some MIDI Songs, such as Preset Songs, are divided into right-hand and left-

hand parts. By using such Song data, you can practice the left hand by turning

on only the right-hand part, and practice the right hand by turning on only the

left-hand part—allowing you to practice parts separately for easy mastery of

difficult material.

1. Select a Song for practicing.

For instructions, refer to page 45. The Song category “50 Classics” is

recommended.

2. Select a part you want to practice, then set the part to off.

Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the “Song” menu

display, then select the highlighted item in each display as illustrated

below.

In the “L/R” display, select the part (track) you want to mute for

practicing. Select “R” for practicing the right-hand part, or “L” for the left-

hand part.

3. Use the [>] button to select “Off ” for the selected part.

4. Press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button to start playback.

Play and practice the part you just muted.

5. Press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button again to stop playback.

Even if you don’t press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button, the Song stops

automatically when Song playback reaches the end.

Playing a One-hand Part — Part Cancel

Function (MIDI Songs)

MIDI Audio

[ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>]

buttons

[PLAY/PAUSE]

button

[FUNCTION]

button

NOTE

The parts can be turned on or

off even during playback.

NOTE

Usually, Channel 1 is assigned

to “R,” Channel 2 is assigned

to “L,” and Channels 3 – 16 are

assigned to “Extra.” However,

the assignments may differ

depending on the particular

Song. Channels assigned to

“Extra” cannot be set to on or

off individually.

NOTE

Some songs in “50 Classics”

are duet songs. Refer to

page 109 about part

assignment for the duet songs.

NOTE

Whenever you select another

MIDI Song, both parts are

automatically turned on.

“Song” menu display

2-1. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons

to select “L/R.”

2-2. Press the [>] button to

call up the next display.

2-3. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons

to select desired track.

“L/R” display

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There are three Repeat items as follows. These are convenient for repeatedly

practicing difficult phrases. It is a good idea to use this function and the Part

Cancel function (above) for practicing difficult phrases, in the case of MIDI

Songs.

•

AB Repeat ............. Play a MIDI Song repeatedly by designating a specific

range within the Song.

•

Phrase Repeat...... Play a MIDI Song repeatedly by designating a phrase or

phrases within the Song.

•

Song Repeat.......... Play a MIDI/Audio Song repeatedly, or play all MIDI/

Audio Songs saved in a designated folder repeatedly in

order or in random order.

The explanations here apply only to AB Repeat and Song Repeat. For Phrase

Repeat, refer to page 93.

1. Select a Song to be played back.

For instructions, refer to page 45.

2. Call up the “Repeat” display.

Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the “Song” menu

display. Select “Repeat,” then press the [>] button.

3. In the “Repeat” display, select a desired item using the [ ]/

[ ] buttons, then press the [>] button.

If you want to set AB Repeat, select “A – B.”

If you want to set Song Repeat, select “Song.”

4. Set in the appropriate setting display.

•AB Repeat .................See below.

•Song Repeat...............See page 51.

Playing Back a Song Repeatedly

[ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>]

buttons

[PLAY/PAUSE]

button

[FUNCTION]

button

“Song” menu display “Repeat” display

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AB Repeat setting

Specify the repeat range.

4-1. Press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button to start Song playback.

4-2. Press the [>] button at the starting point (A) of the range

to be repeated.

4-3. Press the [>] button again at the ending point (B).

After an automatic lead-in (to help guide you into the phrase), the

range from Point A to Point B is played back repeatedly.

To turn off the Repeat function, press the [>] button

while “Repeat Off” is highlighted, or select another Song

MIDI Audio

“A- B ” d i s p l a y

Specifying the top of a

Song as Point A

Specify Point A before starting

playback, then start playback

and specify Point B.

Specifying the end of a

Song as Point B

Specifying only Point A results

in repeat playback between

Point A and the Song end (as

Point B).

NOTE

You can also specify the repeat

range by the following

procedure.

1 Highlight the measure

number using the [

] button,

then fast-forward the Song to

Point A u sing the [<]/[>]

buttons.

2 Highlight “Set A” using the

[

] button, then press the [>]

button.

After specifying Point A, the

display for specifying Point

B is called up.

3 Specify Point B in the same

way as Point A.

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Song Repeat setting

4-1. Select the desired Repeat type using the [ ]/[ ] buttons

in the setting display.

•Off:

Disables repeated playback.

•Single:

Plays through the selected file repeatedly.

•All:

Continuously plays back all Songs within a designated range in order.

•Random:

Continuously plays back all Songs within a designated range in

random order.

4-2. Press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button to start Repeat

playback.

Icons corresponding to each Repeat setting are shown on the Song

display.

While the Repeat setting is on, (Single), (All), or

(Random) is shown in the upper right corner of the Song display.

5. To turn off the Repeat function, press the [PLAY/PAUSE]

button again to stop playback, and then select “Off” in

step 4-1.

MIDI Audio

Default setting: Off

Setting display

Checkmark

Icon

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When a MIDI Song is selected, you can adjust the Volume balance between the

Song playback and the sound you are playing on the keyboard, or between the

Right and Left parts of the selected Song. When an Audio Song is selected, you

can adjust the Audio Song volume.

1. Select the desired Song beforehand. (page 45)

2. Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the

“Song” menu display. Select “Volume”, and then press the

[>] button.

3. When a MIDI Song is selected, select “Song – Keyboard”

or “Song L – R” using the [ ]/[ ] buttons, then press the

[>] button to call up the setting display.

When an Audio Song is selected, use the [<]/[>] buttons to

set the Audio playback volume. After setting the value, go

on to step 5.

•Song – Keyboard

Adjust the Volume balance between the MIDI Song playback and the

sound you are playing on the keyboard.

•Song L – R

Adjust the Volume balance between the Right and Left parts of the

selected MIDI Song.

Adjusting the Volume Balance

MIDI Audio

(When a MIDI Song is selected)

“Song” menu display

(When an Audio Song is selected)

“Song” menu display

NOTE

Some commercially available

music data (MIDI Song) play

back at extremely high levels.

When using such data, adjust

the “Song - Keyboard” setting.

(When a MIDI Song is selected) (When an Audio Song is selected)

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4. Adjust the Volume balance by using the [<]/[>] buttons.

5. Press the [EXIT] button twice to exit from “Song” menu

display.

Whenever you select another MIDI Song, the setting for “Song L – R” is

restored to its default setting. As for “Song – Keyboard” and Audio

Volume, selecting another Song will not reset the value.

Starting/pausing playback by using a pedal

You can assign the Song Play/Pause function (equivalent to the [PLAY/PAUSE]

button) to the center or the left pedal in the “System” menu. Press the

[FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the “System” menu display, and then

select “Pedal” → “Play/Pause” to make the assignment.

This is convenient for starting or pausing playback when you are performing

and can’t take your hands from the keyboard.

Transposing the pitch of a Song

You can shift the pitch of Song playback up or down in semitone intervals. You

can change the settings via the “Song” menu display: Press the [FUNCTION]

button repeatedly to call up the “Song” menu display → “Transpose” (page 93).

In the case of

“Song – Keyboard”:

In the case of

“Song L – R”:

R part volume

will be lower.

L part volume

will be lower.

The volume of your

playing will be

;lower.

The Song

playback volume

will be lower.

Song - Keyboard

Default setting: 0

Setting range: Key+64 – 0 –

Song+64

Song L - R

Default setting: 0

Setting range: L+64 – 0 –

R+64

NOTE

The selected parameters of

“Song – Keyboard” will be

maintained (Backup Setting)

even when the power is turned

off. Make sure not to set the

volume levels to minimum.

Otherwise the sound of

keyboard or songs will not be

played. You can change the

settings to maintain the

selected parameter or not. For

details, refer to “Backup

Setting” on page 105.

Useful Playback Functions

MIDI Audio

NOTE

The audio sound input from an

external device (page 54)

cannot be transposed.

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Recording Your Performance

This instrument allows you to record your performance in the following two methods.

• MIDI Recording

With this method, your performances are recorded as an SMF (format 0) MIDI file and saved to the

instrument or a USB flash drive. If you want to re-record a specific section or edit parameters such as Voice,

use this method. Also you can record your performance to each Track one by one. Since a MIDI Song can

be converted to an Audio Song after recording (page 70), you may want to use MIDI recording (with

overdubbing and multiple parts) to first create a complex arrangement you would not otherwise be able to

play live, then convert it to an Audio Song. This instrument allows you to record approximately 500 KB of

data per Song.

• Audio Recording

With this method, your performances are recorded as an Audio file and saved to a USB flash drive.

Recording is done without designating the recorded part. Since it is saved in stereo WAV format of normal

CD quality resolution (44.1 kHz/16 bit) by default, it can be transmitted to and played on portable music

players by using a computer. This instrument allows you to record up to 80 minutes per single recording.

Because the audio sound input* from the external device is also recorded, you can record your keyboard

performance along with the performance sound of the connected audio device, computer, or smart device,

etc. For connection with these devices, refer to page 72.

* Audio sound input (Audio input sound):

Audio data sent to this instrument from the external devices such as a computer or a smart device, etc., when connecting the instrument

with the devices via [AUX IN] jack, [USB TO HOST] terminal, wireless LAN, or Bluetooth). For example, if the audio data is played back

on a smartphone connected with this instrument via Bluetooth, the audio data sounds from the internal speaker of this instrument.

For details about the difference between MIDI Songs and Audio Songs, refer to page 44.

This chapter covers the following four methods. Note that the created data

format differs depending on the method, MIDI or Audio.

• Quick MIDI Recording .......................................page 55

This method lets you start recording most quickly. Your performance will be

recorded and saved to the “User” category in this instrument’s internal

memory.

• MIDI Recording — Independent Tracks ............ page 57

This lets you record the right, left and extra parts separately. Since you can

record the left part while playing back the right, this is useful for recording both

parts of a duet. Since you can record up to sixteen parts separately, record the

performance of each instrument part one by one and create fully orchestrated

compositions.

• MIDI Recording to the USB Flash Drive ............ page 59

This method is useful when you want to overwrite the already recorded MIDI

Song in the USB flash drive or create a New MIDI Song on the USB flash drive.

• Audio Recording to the USB Flash Drive ........... page 61

This method lets you record your performance as Audio data to the USB flash

drive connected to the [ ] (USB TO DEVICE) terminal.

MIDI

Audio

Recording Methods

NOTE

You can re-record a specific

range of the MIDI Song or

change the tempo or the Voice

of the recorded Song. For

details, refer to “Other

Recording Techniques”

(page 62).

MIDI

Audio

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This method is the quickest way to start recording.

1. Make the necessary settings such as Voice selection and

time signature.

Before starting the Recording operation, select a Voice (page 22) for your

keyboard performance, turn Dual/Split/Duo on or off as desired, set the

tempo and time signature of the Metronome/Rhythm (page 41), then

select a Reverb/Chorus/Effect type as desired.

2. Press the [REC] button to enter the Recording mode.

The blank new Song for recording is automatically set.

The [PLAY/PAUSE] button will flash at the current tempo.

To exit from the Recording mode, press the [REC] button again.

3. Start recording.

Play the keyboard to start recording.

When you wish to record an empty section at the start of the Song, press

the [PLAY/PAUSE] button to start recording.

4. After you finish your performance, press the [REC] button

again to stop recording.

This operation exits from the Recording mode and calls up the display for

saving the recorded performance data.

Quick MIDI Recording

MIDI

[REC] button [ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>]

buttons

[PLAY/PAUSE]

button

NOTE

If you want to record the left-

hand and right-hand parts

individually, refer to “MIDI

Recording—independent

Tracks” (page 57), since the

Recording method here

assumes that both the left and

right parts are being recorded

together.

Using the Metronome/

Rhythm

You can use the Metronome/

Rhythm while recording. While

the Metronome sound cannot

be recorded, the Rhythm

sound can. Make sure to start

enter the Recording mode

before starting Rhythm

playback, since entering the

Recording mode during

playback of the Rhythm stops

its playback.

NOTE

The “Song – Keyboard” Volume

Balance (page 52) will not be

recorded.

NOTE

With MIDI recording, the

performance will be recorded

to Track 1. However, in the

Dual/Split/Duo mode, the

tracks assigned for recording

and the tracks actually used for

recording are different. For

details refer to “Recording

Track Assignment” on page 57.

Mode:

A mode is a status under which

you can execute a certain

function. In Recording mode,

you can record Songs.

NOTE

Pressing and holding the [REC]

button for a second will call up

the display which lists the

Recording Target Songs. In this

case, select “New Song” then

press the [>] button referring to

the table on page 60.

To start recording as soon

as a Rhythm starts:

When a Rhythm (page 43) is

selected, press the [RHYTHM]

button to start Rhythm

playback and MIDI recording

simultaneously.

Measure number

“REC” display

“REC” display (during recording)

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5. Select “Save” or “Retry” or “Cancel” for the recorded

performance in the “Confirm” display.

• If you want to save the recorded performance, select “Save,” then press

the [>] button.

• If you are not satisfied with your performance and want to record

again, highlight “Retry” then press the [>] button. Try recording again

from step 3.

• If you do not want to save the recorded data, highlight “Cancel” then

press the [>] button.

After the Save operation is completed, the display shows “Save

Completed” then returns to the Song display. The recorded Song will be

named “USERSONGxxx” (xxx: number) and saved in the “User”

category.

6. To hear the recorded performance, press the [PLAY/

PAUSE] (Play/Pause) button.

NOTICE

The recorded MIDI Song will be

lost if you change to another

Song or you turn the power off

without executing the Save

operation.

NOTE

After saving your recorded

performance, if you want to

record it again, refer to “Re-

recording a MIDI Song in

parts” (page 62).

Renaming the recorded

Song

The recorded Songs are

named automatically, but you

can rename Songs as you like

(page 71).

Data that can be recorded to MIDI Songs

Data for each Track

• Note data (your keyboard performance)

•Voice selection

• Pedal operations (Damper/Soft/Sostenuto)

•Reverb Depth

•Chorus Depth

•Effect Depth

• Sound brightness — “Brightness”

• Resonance effect setting — “HarmonicContent”

•Octave

• Volume setting for each Voice — “Volume”

•Pan for each Voice

•Detune

•Touch Sensitivity

Data commonly for all

Tracks

•Scale

•Tempo

•Time Signature

• Reverb Type

•Chorus Type

•Effect Type

NOTE

Parameter settings other than

Voice and Tempo, such as note

data, pedal (Damper/Soft/

Sostenuto) data, octave setting

and time signature, cannot be

changed after recording.

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With MIDI Recording, you can create a MIDI Song consisting of 16 tracks by

recording your performance to each track one by one. In recording a piano

piece, for example, you can record the right-hand part to Track 1 then record

the left-hand part to Track 2, allowing you create a complete piece which may

be difficult to play live with both hands together. To record a performance with

Rhythm playback, for example, record Rhythm playback, then record melodies

to Track 1 while listening to the already recorded Rhythm playback. In this way,

you can create an entire Song which would otherwise be difficult, or even

impossible, to play live.

1. Execute the same operations as in step 1 and step 2 on

page 55 to enter the Recording mode with a new blank

Song selected.

2. Use the [<]/[>] buttons to select a Recording Track.

Rhythm cannot be added to a recorded Song. When you want to record

Rhythm, make sure to record the Rhythm playback first.

When you want to record the right-hand part, highlight “R” (Track 1).

When you want to record the left-hand part, highlight “L” (Track 2).

Alternately, when you want to record your performance to Tracks 3 – 16,

call up the desired one by pressing the [<]/[>] buttons repeatedly.

If the Rhythm playback was recorded first before other tracks, it is

automatically recorded to one of the Tracks 9 – 11 (or all the three tracks).

If this is the case, select the desired track for recording from any except

for these tracks.

MIDI Recording — Independent Tracks

MIDI

NOTE

If you want to record your

performance to the USB flash

drive or you want to add the

recording to the MIDI Song in

the USB flash drive, refer to

“MIDI Recording to the USB

flash drive” (page 59).

NOTE

Because bass accompaniment

of the Rhythm sounds only

when playing the keyboard, in

order to record the bass

accompaniment, it is

necessary to record keyboard

performance with it as well.

When you want to record a new track of an already recorded

MIDI Song:

After step 1 on page 55, select the target MIDI Song (steps 1 – 4 on pages 45 – 46).

Press and hold the [REC] button for a second to call up the display which lists the

Recording Target Songs, select the 4th item (the selected MIDI Song), press the [>]

button, and then go to step 2 on this page.

12345678910111213141516

Example:

Right-hand part

Left-hand part

Rhythm

Recording Track

Assignment

•When recording the Rhythm,

you cannot freely select

desired tracks. The Rhythm is

recorded to Tracks 9 – 11.

•When Dual/Split/Duo is on, only

the R1 Voice performance will

be recorded to the selected

Track, and the R2 Voice

performance will be recorded

to the Track number which is 6

plus the selected Track, and

the L Voice performance of

Split/Duo will be recorded to

the Track number which is 3

plus the selected Track.

Rhythm playback will be

recorded to Tracks 9 – 11.

Recording Track

Contains data.

Contains no data.

Track Data Status

NOTICE

Note that recording your

performance to a Track

containing data will overwrite

the previously recorded data.

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3. Start recording.

Play the keyboard to start recording.

When you want to record the Rhythm plaback first, press the

[RHYTHM] button to start recording.

When you want to record an empty section at the start of the Song, press

the [PLAY/PAUSE] button to start recording.

4. After you finish your performance, press the [REC] button

to stop recording.

This operation exits from the Recording mode and calls up the display for

saving the recorded performance data.

5. If you want to save the recorded performance, press the [>]

button to execute the Save operation while “Save” is

highlighted.

• If you save the recorded performance, select "Save", then press the [>]

button.

• If you are not satisfied with your performance and want to record

again, highlight the cursor to “Retry” then press the [>] button. Try

recording again from step 3.

• If you do not want to save the recorded data, highlight “Cancel” then

press the [>] button.

After the Save operation is completed, the display shows “Save

Completed” then returns to the Song display. The recorded Song will be

named “USERSONGxxx” (xxx: number) and saved in the “User”

category.

6. To hear the recorded performance, press the [PLAY/

PAUSE] button.

7. To record another Track, enter the Song Recording mode

again.

7-1. Press and hold the [REC] (Record) button for a second.

The Recording Target Songs will be listed on the display.

7-2. Use the [ ] button to select existing MIDI Song (at the

bottom of the list), then press the [>] button.

NOTICE

The recorded MIDI Song will be

lost if you change to another

Song or you turn the power off

without executing the save

operation.

NOTE

After saving your recorded

performance, if you want to

record it again, refer to “Re-

recording a MIDI Song in

parts” (page 62).

Renaming the recorded

Song

The recorded Songs are

named automatically, but you

can rename Songs as desired

(page 71).

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You can check whether or not each Track contains recorded data by the

indication that appears at the upper right of each Track. For details on the

indication, refer to “Track Data Status” on page 57.

8. Record your performance to another track by repeating

steps 2 – 6 of this section.

In step 2, select a track which has no recorded data. In step 3, play the

keyboard while listening to the already recorded data.

These instructions describe how to overwrite an already recorded MIDI Song

in the USB flash drive or how to create a New MIDI Song on the USB flash

drive.

1. Connect the USB flash drive to the [ ] (USB TO

DEVICE) terminal.

2. Select a MIDI Song as Recording target, then enter the

Recording mode.

2-1. If you want to record an additional Track to the already

recorded MIDI Song, select the desired MIDI Song in the USB

flash drive. If you want to record from scratch, skip this step.

2-2. Press and hold the [REC] button for a second to call up the

display which lists the Recording Target Songs.

NOTICE

Note that recording your

performance to a Track

containing data will overwrite

the previously recorded data.

MIDI Recording to the USB Flash Drive

MIDI

NOTE

To connect a USB flash drive,

be sure to read the section

“Connecting USB Devices” on

page 74.

NOTE

Before starting the Recording

operation, check the remaining

memory capacity of the USB

flash drive. “System” menu:

“Utility”  “USB Properties”

(page 101).

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2-3. From the Recording Target Songs, select “New Song (USB)”

or the MIDI Song selected in step 2-1 (4th item below) using

the [

]/[ ] buttons, then press the [>] button to enter the

Recording mode.

* Can be selected only when the USB flash drive is connected to the [ ] (USB TO

DEVICE) terminal.

** Will not be shown when an already recorded MIDI Song is not selected in step 2-1 or when

a Preset Song or Protected Song is selected in step 2-1.

3. Execute the Recording operation, then save the recorded

performance.

• When you want to record additionally to the currently

selected MIDI Song, or record to a specified track on a

blank MIDI Song:

Execute steps 2 – 8 in “MIDI Recording—Independent Tracks” on

page 57.

• When you want to quick record to a blank MIDI Song:

Execute steps 3 – 6 in “Quick MIDI Recording” on page 55.

Recording Target

Song

Description

New Song Select this when you want to record your performance to a

blank MIDI Song and save to “User” category in this

instrument’s internal memory.

New Song (USB)* Select this when you want to record your performance to a

blank MIDI Song and save to the USB flash drive.

New Audio (USB)* Select this when you want to record your performance to

blank audio data and save to the USB flash drive.

xxxxx (MIDI Song

selected in step 2-1

above)**

Select this when you want to record additionally to/overwrite

the currently selected MIDI Song.

NOTICE

Note that recording your

performance to a Track

containing data will overwrite

the previously recorded data.

NOTE

The time signature and tempo

cannot be changed when

replacing the part of an

existing MIDI Song.

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These instructions describe how to record your performance as audio data.

Note that an audio file to which your performance is to be recorded can be

saved only to a USB flash drive. This is why you should prepare your USB flash

drive device before starting the Recording operation.

1. Connect the USB flash drive to the [ ] (USB TO

DEVICE) terminal.

2. Press and hold the [REC] (Record) button for a second to

call up the display which lists the Recording Target Songs.

3. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “New Audio (USB)” then

press the [>] button.

4. Execute steps 3 – 6 in “Quick MIDI Recording” (page 55).

Unlike with MIDI Recording, the elapsed time is shown on the display

while Audio Recording is being executed.

In the case of Audio recording, the audio input from the external device

such as a computer or a smart device (via [AUX IN] jack, [USB TO

HOST] terminal, wireless LAN, or Bluetooth) is also recorded. For

connection with these devices, refer to page 72.

Audio Recording to the USB Flash Drive

Audio

NOTE

To connect a USB flash drive,

be sure to read the section

“Connecting USB Devices” on

page 74.

NOTE

Before starting the Recording

operation, check the remaining

memory capacity of the USB

flash drive. “System” menu:

“Utility”  “USB Properties”

(page 101).

NOTE

With Audio recording, distorted

sound may be produced if the

Voice Volume is set to the value

higher than the default setting.

Make sure to set the Voice

Volume to the default value or

less before recording from the

“Voice” menu display: “Voice

Edit”  “Volume” (page 90).

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Re-recording a MIDI Song in parts

You can re-record a specific range of the MIDI Song.

1. Set the parameters which determine how recording starts

and stops.

1-1. Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the

“Recording” menu display.

1-2. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “RecStart,” then select the

value which determines how recording starts by using the [>]

button.

•Normal

The already recorded data will be replaced with the new one as soon

as recording starts.

• KeyOn

The already recorded data will be maintained until you press a key,

and actual recording starts as soon as you press a key.

1-3. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “RecEnd,” then select the

value which determines how recording stops by using the [>]

button.

•Replace

The data after the point you stop recording will also be erased.

•PunchOut

The data after the point you stop recording will remain.

2. Press the [DEMO/SONG] button to call up the Song List

display.

Other Recording Techniques

MIDI

[DEMO SONG]

button

[ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>]

buttons

[PLAY/PAUSE]

button

[FUNCTION]

button

[REC] button

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3. Select the desired MIDI Song.

For instructions, refer to page 45.

4. Specify the start point you wish to re-record.

Use the [<]/[>] buttons to move the playback position (measure number)

to the desired point. Alternately, press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button to start

playback, then press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button again slightly prior to the

desired point.

If necessary, select the settings (Voice and other parameters).

Select the desired settings, if you wish to change the previous ones.

5. Press and hold the [REC] button for a second to call up the

display which lists the Recording Target Songs, then select

the 4th item (Song selected in step 3), then press the [>]

button to enter the recording mode.

6. Use the [<]/[>] buttons to select a Track for re-recording.

7. Play the keyboard or press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button to

start recording.

8. Press the [REC] button to stop recording.

9. Save the recorded performance by following step 5 on

page 56.

10.To hear the recorded performance, press the [PLAY/

PAUSE] button.

NOTE

The time signature cannot be

changed when replacing the

part of an existing Song.

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Changing the tempo or the Voice of a previously

recorded MIDI Song

For MIDI Songs, you can change the tempo and Voice after recording to change

a feel or to set a more suitable tempo.

To change the temp o :

1. Select the MIDI Song you wish to change.

For instructions, refer to page 45.

2. Press the [TEMPO] button to call up the “Tempo” display,

then set the desired Tempo.

For instructions, refer to page 41.

3. Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the

“Song” menu display, then select the highlighted item in

each display as illustrated below.

4. Apply the selected Tempo value to the current MIDI Song

data.

Press the [ ] button to highlight “Execute,” then press the [>] button to

apply the new Tempo value to the current MIDI Song data.

When this operation is completed, “Completed” is shown on the display,

and the “Tempo Change” display will be restored after a while.

Press the [EXIT] button to exit from the “Song” menu display.

MIDI

[TEMPO]

button

[FUNCTION]

button

[EXIT] button

“Song” menu display

3-1. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons

to select “Edit.”

3-2. Press the [>] button to

call up the next display.

3-3. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons

to select “Tempo Change.”

3-4. Press the [>] button to call up

the next display.

“Edit” display “Tempo Change” display

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To change the Voice:

1. Select the MIDI Song you wish to change.

For instructions, refer to page 45.

2. Select the desired Voice.

For instructions, refer to page 22.

3. Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the

“Song” menu display, then select the highlighted item in

each display as illustrated below.

Press the [>] button to call up the setting display, then select

the desired Track using the [ ]/[ ] buttons.

5. Apply the Voice selected in step 2 for the Track selected in

step 4 to the current MIDI Song data.

Press the [<] button to return to the “Voice Change” display. Press the [ ]

button to highlight “Execute,” then press the [>] button to apply the new

Voice to the current MIDI Song data.

When this operation is completed, “Completed” is shown on the display,

and the “Voice Change” display will be restored after a while.

6. Press the [EXIT] button to exit from the “Song” menu

display.

“Song” menu display

3-1. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons

to select “Edit.”

3-2. Press the [>] button to

call up the next display.

3-3. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons

to select “Voice Change.”

3-4. Press the [>] button to

call up the next display.

“Edit” display “Voice Change” display

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Handling Song Files

The “File” menu in the “Song” menu display (page 93) enables you to apply various operations to Song files

— Songs you recorded on this instrument or commercially available Songs.

connect a USB flash drive, be sure to read the section “Precautions when using the [ ] (USB TO

DEVICE)

terminal” on page 74.

Settings marked with a “*” are effective only when a MIDI Song is selected.

Song Types and File Operation Limitations

Song types are indicated as the category name and icon in the Song display. The

following chart shows the Song type and restrictions on File operations.

* The icon appears only when you select a Song in the “User” or “USB” category.

: Yes, ×: No

* There are two types of Songs: original and edited. Original and edited Songs should be saved in the same folder. If not, playback cannot be done.

Operation File menu Page

Deleting files Delete pages 67, 68

Copying files *Copy pages 67, 68

Moving files *Move pages 67, 69

Converting a MIDI Song to an Audio Song during playback *MIDI to Audio pages 67, 70

Renaming files Rename pages 67, 71

File

A file contains a group of data.

On this instrument, a Song file

includes Song data and a Song

name.

Restrictions for protected

Songs

Commercially available Song

data may be copy protected to

prevent illegal copying or

accidental erasure.

Song name

Icon*

Category name

Data Location

Deleting

files

Renamin

g files

Copying

files

Moving

files

Convert a

MIDI Song to

an Audio

Song during

playback

Category

Song Type

Icon

Instrument Demo Demo (Voice Demo) –× × × × ×

50 Classics

50 classical Preset Songs –× × × × ×

User Your own recorded Songs

(MIDI)

 

MIDI Songs with protect

applied

 ×× ×

MIDI Songs with Yamaha’s

proprietary protect applied

 ×  ×

USB flash

drive device

USB MIDI Songs  

Audio Songs  ×× ×

MIDI Songs with protect

applied

×× ××

MIDI Songs with Yamaha’s

proprietary protect applied

 ×  ×

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Basic Song File Operation

Song files can be handled via the instructions shown below.

1. Connect the appropriate USB flash drive containing the

desired files to the [ ] (USB TO DEVICE) terminal as

necessary.

2. Select a Song for handling.

For information on selecting a Song, see page 45.

3. Call up the File mode.

3-1. Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the

“Song” menu display. Use the [

]/[ ] buttons to select “File”

then press the [>] button.

3-2. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select the desired operation from

“Delete,” “Copy,” “Move,” “MIDI to Audio” or “Rename.”

From here, if you wish to close the File mode, press the [EXIT] button

once or twice.

4. Execute the selected operation.

For specific instructions, refer to the corresponding section.

•

Delete....................................page 68

•

Copy......................................page 68

•

Move .....................................page 69

•

MIDI to Audio ...................page 70

•

Rename ................................page 71

During operation, messages (information, confirmation, etc.) may be

shown on the display. For explanations and details, refer to “Message List”

on page 110.

5. Press the [EXIT] button to close the File mode.

“Song” menu display

For example: Renaming files

[ ]/[ ] buttons

NOTICE

Do not disconnect the USB

flash drive during file handling

or when a USB flash drive is

mounted. Doing so may delete

all data in the USB flash drive

and the instrument.

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For details about Song types which can be deleted, refer to page 66.

See page 67 for information on basic operations.

The following is a detailed procedure of step 4 on that page.

4-1. While “Delete” is highlighted, press the [>] button to call

up the setting display.

4-2. Highlight “Execute” by pressing [ ] button, and then

press the [>] button.

After the Song is deleted, the display returns to the Song List display.

For details about Song types which can be copied, refer to page 66.

Range of the Copy/Move operation

As for a MIDI Song in the “User” category in the instrument, you can Copy/

Move it only to the USER FILES folder on a USB flash drive. Selecting a MIDI

Song from “User” for copying/moving automatically specifies the USER FILES

folder as the destination.

As for a MIDI Song in a USB flash drive, you can Copy/Move it to the “User”

category in the instrument.

See page 67 for information on basic operations.

The following is a detailed procedure of step 4 on that page.

Deleting Files — Delete

NOTICE

Do not turn off the power or

eject the USB flash drive while

“Executing” is shown in the

display.

Copying Files — Copy

USER FILES folder

If the USB flash drive device

plugged into the instrument

contains no USER FILES folder,

one will be created

automatically when you format

or record a Song to that device.

The recorded Song will then be

saved in that folder.

NOTE

Please note that the copy

features are intended for your

personal use only.

NOTE

Folders cannot be copied.

Root:

The highest level of a

hierarchical structure. This

indicates an area which does

not belong to a folder.

Instrument

USB flash drive

User

Can be copied/moved.

Root

USER FILES

folder

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4-1. While “Copy” is highlighted, press the [>] button to call

up the setting display.

4-2. Highlight “Execute” by pressing [ ] button, then press

the [>] button.

The selected Song will be copied to the destination with the same name

as the copy source file.

For details about Song types which can be moved, refer to page 66.

See page 67 for information on basic operations.

The following is a detailed procedure of step 4 on that page.

4-1. While “Move” is highlighted, press the [>] button to call

up the setting display.

4-2. Highlight “Execute” by pressing the [ ] button, then

press the [>] button.

The selected Song will be moved to the destination and the display

returns to the Song list display.

File

name

Copy destination

Copy destination:

“USB” will be shown when the

copy destination is the USB

flash drive or “User” when the

instrument is the copy

destination. A file copied to the

USB flash drive is stored to the

USER FILES folder on it.

NOTE

A message appears when a

Song with the same name

already exists in the copy

destination. Select “Overwrite”

when you want to overwrite the

selected Song, or “Cancel” to

cancel by using the [

]/[ ]

buttons, and then press the [>]

button.

NOTICE

Overwrite operations erase any

existing data of the copy

destination file and overwrite

with data of the copy source

file.

NOTICE

Do not turn off the power or

eject the USB flash drive while

“Executing” is shown in the

display.

Moving Files — Move

Move destination

“USB” will be shown when the

move destination is the USB

flash drive or “User” when the

instrument is the move

destination. A file moved to the

USB flash drive is stored to the

USER FILES folder on it.

NOTE

A message appears when a

Song with same name already

exists in the move destination.

Select “Overwrite” when you

want to overwrite the selected

Song, or “Cancel” to cancel by

using the [

]/[ ] buttons, then

press the [>] button.

NOTICE

Overwrite operations erase any

existing data of the move

destination file and overwrite

with data of the move source

file.

NOTICE

Do not turn off the power or

eject the USB flash drive while

“Executing” is shown in the

display.

Move destination

File

name

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Handling Song Files

A MIDI Song in the User memory of the instrument or on a USB flash drive

can be converted to an Audio Song. Since an Audio Song can be saved only to a

USB flash drive, you should start conversion only after connecting the USB

flash drive to the instrument. For information about which Song types can be

converted, refer to page 66.

See page 67 for information on basic operations.

The following is a detailed procedure of step 4 on that page.

4-1. While “MIDI to Audio” is highlighted, press the [>]

button to call up the setting display.

4-2. Highlight “Execute” by pressing the [ ] button, then

press the [>] button.

This operation starts playback and conversion from MIDI to Audio.

This is basically the same as that of Audio Song Recording, which

allows you to record your keyboard performance and other audio, such

as that from [AUX IN]. After you convert the Song, a message “Convert

completed” will be shown and the display returns to Song List display.

The Audio Song converted from a MIDI Song is saved with the same

name as the MIDI Song. The icon displayed to the left of the Song name

on the instrument display is changed, and the Song file extension on

the computer is changed to “.wav”.

Converting a MIDI Song to an Audio Song

during Playback — MIDI to Audio

NOTE

• After conversion, the MIDI

Song remains in the original

data location.

• If you start conversion before

connecting the USB flash

drive to the instrument, an

error message appears on

the display.

NOTICE

Do not turn off the power or

disconnect the USB flash drive

during the conversion.

Otherwise the data will be lost.

NOTE

A message appears when a

Song with same name already

exists in the copy destination.

Select “Overwrite” when you

want to overwrite the selected

Song by using the [

]/[ ]

buttons, then press the [>]

button.

NOTE

To cancel this operation, press

the [EXIT] button during the

conversion. When the

operation is canceled, the

converted Audio Song will not

be saved.

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Handling Song Files

For details about Song types which can be renamed, refer to page 66.

See page 67 for information on basic operations.

The following is a detailed procedure of step 4 on that page.

4-1. While “Rename” is highlighted, press the [>] button to

call up the setting display.

4-2. Assign a name to the Song.

Use the [<]/[>] buttons to move the highlight (underline).

Use the [

]/[ ] buttons to change the character at the current cursor

position. Pressing both buttons simultaneously will delete the character

at the current cursor position.

A Song name can contain up to 46 characters. Characters which extend

beyond the display capacity and are not visible can be viewed by

moving the highlight by using the [<]/[>] buttons.

4-3. Press the [FUNCTION] button.

After the Song is renamed, the display returns to Song List display

where the renamed Song can be selected.

Renaming Files — Rename

Cursor

NOTE

For information about the

character types available for

the Song name, refer to

“Language” on page 102.

NOTICE

Do not turn off the power or

eject the USB flash drive while

“Executing” is shown in the

display.

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Connections

For information about location of these connectors, refer to “Panel Controls

and Terminals” on page 12.

[] (USB TO DEVICE) terminal

This terminal allows connection to USB flash drive or a smart device, such as

an iPhone/iPad, using the USB wireless LAN adaptor. For details, refer to

“Connecting USB Devices” on page 74 and “Connecting to a Computer/Smart

Device” on page 75.

[AUX IN] jack

You can connect the headphone jack of a portable audio player to the

instrument’s [AUX IN] jack, letting you hear the sound of that audio player

through the built-in speakers of the instrument.

Connectors

CAUTION

Before connecting the

instrument to other

electronic components, turn

off the power of all the

components. Also, before

turning any components on

or off, make sure to set all

volume levels to minimum

(0). Otherwise, damage to the

components, electrical

shock, or even permanent

hearing loss may occur.

Rear Panel

Front Panel

NOTE

For details on [PEDAL UNIT]

terminal and [DC IN] jack, refer

to “Panel Controls and

Terminals” on page 13.

NOTE

There are two different types of

USB terminals on the

instrument: [ ] (USB TO

DEVICE) and [USB TO HOST].

Take care not to confuse the

two terminals and the

corresponding cable

connectors. Be careful to

connect the proper plug in the

proper direction.

NOTICE

When this instrument’s [AUX

IN] jack is connected to an

external device, first turn on the

power to the external device,

and then to the instrument to

avoid possible damage.

Reverse this order when you

turn the power off.

NOTE

The instrument’s [MASTER

VOLUME] setting affects the

input signal from the [AUX IN]

jack.

NOTE

Use audio cables and adaptor

plugs having no (zero)

resistance.

Instrument

Phone plug (stereo mini) Phone plug (stereo mini)

Portable audio player

Audio cable

Headphone jack

Audio signal

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AUX OUT [R] [L/L+R] jacks

These jacks let you connect this instrument to external powered speaker

systems, for playing in larger venues at higher volumes.

The [MASTER VOLUME] setting of this instrument affects the sound that is

output from the AUX OUT jacks. When the AUX OUT jacks of this instrument

are connected to an external speaker and you want to turn off the speaker

sound of the instrument, switch the “speaker” parameter to off via the “System”

menu: “Utility”  “Speaker” (page 101).

[AUX PEDAL] jack

An included FC4A foot switch, or a separately sold FC3A foot pedal or FC5 foot

switch can be connected to this jack.

For details on the functions assigned to the pedals, refer to “Pedal Function List”

(page 92). To select the function that will be controlled, use the “Aux Assign”

(page 99) in the “System” menu display.

MIDI [IN], [OUT] terminals

These terminals are used to connect external MIDI devices, such as a

synthesizer or a sequencer. For details, refer to “Connecting External MIDI

Devices” on page 80.

[USB TO HOST] terminal

This terminal allows connection to a computer or a smart device, such as an

iPhone/iPad. For details, refer to “Connecting to a Computer/Smart Device” on

page 75.

NOTE

Use only the [L/L+R] jack for

connection with a monaural

device.

NOTICE

•To avoid possible damage,

first turn on the power to the

instrument, then to the

external device. When turning

off the power, first turn off the

power to the external device,

then to the instrument. Since

this instrument’s power may

automatically be turned off

due to the Auto Power Off

function (page 15), turn off

the power to the external

device, or disable Auto Power

Off when you do not intend to

operate the instrument.

• Do not route the output from

the AUX OUT jacks to the

[AUX IN] jack. If you make

this connection, the signal

input at the [AUX IN] jack is

output from the AUX OUT

jacks. These connections

could

result in a

feedback

loop that will make normal

performance impossible, and

may even damage the

equipment.

NOTE

Use audio cables and adaptor

plugs having no (zero)

resistance.

NOTE

When you are monitoring the

sound output via the AUX OUT

jacks from headphones

connected to the instrument,

we recommend that you set the

Binaural Sampling and

Stereophonic Optimizer

functions to off. For details,

refer to page 17.

Instrument

AUX OUT Input jack

Powered speaker

Audio cable

Phone plug (standard) Phone plug (standard)

Audio signal

NOTE

• Connect or disconnect the

pedal when the power of this

instrument is turned off.

• Do not press the footswitch/

foot pedal while turning the

power on. Doing this

changes the recognized

polarity of the footswitch,

resulting in reversed

footswitch operation.

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Connections

You can connect a USB flash drive or a USB wireless LAN adaptor (sold separately) to the [

] (

USB TO

DEVICE) terminal. You can save data you’ve created on the instrument to the USB flash drive (pages 66, 105),

or you can connect the instrument to a smart device such as an iPad via wireless LAN (page 75).

Connecting USB Devices ([ ] (USB TO DEVICE) Terminal)

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

terminal, be sure to handle the USB device with care.

Follow the important precautions below.

NOTE

For more information about the handling of USB devices, refer

to the owner’s manual of the USB device.

 Compatible USB devices

•USB flash drive

•USB hub

• USB wireless LAN adaptor (UD-WL01) (sold

separately; may not be available in some areas)

Other USB devices such as a computer keyboard or

mouse cannot be used.

The instrument does not necessarily support all

commercially available USB devices. Yamaha cannot

guarantee operation of USB devices that you purchase.

Before purchasing a USB device for use with this

instrument, please visit the following web page:

https://download.yamaha.com/

After selecting your country and clicking on

“Documents and Data” from the “Support” page,

select the desired Language and Product Category,

and then enter the model name into the search box.

Although USB devices 2.0 to 3.0 can be used on this

instrument, the amount of time for saving to or

loading from the USB device may differ depending

on the type of data or the status of the instrument.

USB 1.1 devices cannot be used on this instrument.

NOTICE

The rating of the USB TO DEVICE terminal is a maximum of

5V/500mA. Do not connect USB devices having a rating above

this, since this can cause damage to the instrument itself.

 Connecting a USB device

When connecting a USB device to

the USB TO DEVICE terminal,

make sure that the connector on the

device is appropriate and that it is

connected in the proper direction.

NOTICE

•Avoid connecting or disconnecting the USB device during

playback/recording and file management operations (such

as Save, Copy, Delete and Format), or when accessing the

USB device. Failure to observe this may 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.

NOTE

If you intend to connect two or three devices at the same time to

a terminal, you should use a bus-powered USB hub. Only one

USB hub can be used. If an error message appears while using

the USB hub, disconnect the hub from the instrument, then turn

on the power of the instrument and re-connect the USB hub.

NOTICE

Do not use an extension cable when connecting a USB

device.

Using USB Flash Drives

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 USB

flash drive.



Number of USB flash drives that can be used

Only one USB storage device can be connected to the

USB TO DEVICE terminal. (If necessary, use a USB

hub. The number of USB storage devices that can be

used simultaneously with musical instruments even

when a USB hub is used is one.)

 Formatting a USB flash drive

You should format the USB flash drive only with this

instrument (page 101). A USB flash drive formatted

on another device may not operate properly.

NOTICE

The format operation overw rites any previously existing data.

Make sure that the USB flash drive you are formatting does

not contain important data. Proceed with caution, especially

when connecting multiple USB flash drive.

 To protect your data (write-protect)

To prevent important 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

during Save, Copy, Delete and Format operations).

Failure to do so may corrupt the USB flash drive and

the data.

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Connections

By connecting this instrument to a computer or a smart device, such as an

iPhone, iPad, etc., you can take advantage of convenient functions and get more

enjoyment out of it. For details on what you can do by using the connections,

refer to page 81.

Connection example

For more information, refer to “Computer-related Operations” and “Smart

Device Connection Manual” on the website (page 9).

If you use the smart device app “Smart Pianist” (page 84) with the instrument,

the connection wizard on the app helps you to connect the instrument to your

smart device properly.

Connecting to a Computer/Smart Device ([USB TO

HOST] Terminal, [ ] (USB TO DEVICE)

Terminal, MIDI Terminals)

NOTICE

• Use an AB type USB cable of

less than 3 meters. USB 3.0

cables cannot be used.

•If you are using a DAW

(digital audio workstation)

application with this

instrument, set the Audio

Loop Back function (page 85)

to off. Otherwise, a loud

sound may occur, depending

on the settings of the

computer or the application

software.

• Do not place your computer

or smart device in an unstable

position. Doing so may cause

the device to fall and result in

damage.

NOTE

• When using a USB cable to

connect the instrument to

your computer or smart

device, make the connection

directly without passing

through a USB hub.

• Before using the [ ]

(USB TO DEVICE) terminal,

be sure to read “Connecting

USB Devices” on page 74.

• For information on setting up

your sequencer software,

refer to the owner’s manual of

the relevant software.

• When transmitting or

receiving audio signals by

using a computer running

Windows, the Yamaha

Steinberg USB Driver should

be installed to the computer.

For details, refer to the

“Computer-related

Operations” on the website.

• When you use the instrument

along with an app on your

smart device, we

recommend that you set your

device to not emit radio

waves (for example, by

setting “Airplane Mode” to

“On”).

• The instrument will begin

transmission a short time

after the computer or smart

device is connected.

Smart device

USB cable

USB wireless LAN

adaptor

Wireless

LAN

Computer

USB terminal

[USB TO HOST]

terminal

[]

(USB TO DEVICE)

terminal

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Connecting via Wireless LAN (with the UD-WL01)

* The USB wireless LAN adaptor UD-WL01 (sold separately) may not be available depending on

your area.

When connecting a smart device by using the USB wireless LAN adaptor, start

wireless connection according to the instructions in the “Smart Device

Connection Manual” on the website, then make sure to set up the instrument

appropriately, using the following instructions: “Displaying the Wireless LAN

Networks and Connecting to a Network,” “Automatic Setup by WPS,” “Manual

Setup” or “Connecting by the Accesspoint Mode.” Refer to pages 76 – 79 in this

Owner’s Manual for the required operations on this instrument.

 Displaying the Wireless LAN Networks and

connecting to a Network

Make sure to connect the USB wireless LAN adaptor (sold separately) to the

[ ] (USB TO DEVICE) terminal, otherwise the displays for setup below

will not be shown.

1. Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the

“System” menu display, then select the highlighted item in

each display as illustrated below.

2. Press the [>] button to call up the network list.

For a network with a lock icon , you need to enter the proper

password.

NOTE

If the menus shown in the

“Wireless LAN” display are

different from the instruction

here, the instrument is in the

Accesspoint mode. Set the

Wireless LAN Mode parameter

to “Infrastructure Mode” by

following the step 1 on

page 79.

“System” menu display

1-1. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons

to select “Utility.”

1-2. Press the [>] button to

call up the next display.

1-3. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons

to select “Wireless LAN.”

1-4. Press the [>] button to

call up the next display.

1-5. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons

to select “Select

Network.”

“Utility” display “Wireless LAN” display

NOTE

If no signal from the access

point is received, the access

point cannot be listed. Also,

closed access points cannot

be listed.

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3. Connect the instrument to the Network.

3-1. Select the desired network, then press the [>] button.

The name of the selected network will be fully shown in the display,

letting you confirm this is the network you want to use.

3-2. Press the [>] button.

• For a network without a lock icon:

Connecting starts.

• For a network with a lock icon:

You need to enter the proper password. For details on how to enter

characters, refer to the “Renaming files” on page 71. After entering the

password, press the [FUNCTION] button to finalize the setting. This

operation starts connecting automatically.

When connection is done successfully, “Completed” is shown in the

display, and returns to the “Select Network” display.

4. Connect the smart device to the access point.

For instructions on the setup for the smart device, refer to the “Smart

Device Connection Manual” on the website (page 9).

Automatic Setup by WPS

Make sure to connect the USB wireless LAN adaptor (sold separately) to the

[ ] (USB TO DEVICE) terminal, otherwise the displays for setup will not

be shown.

If your access point supports WPS, you can easily connect the instrument to

access point by WPS, without making settings, such as password input, etc.

Press the WPS button on the USB wireless LAN adaptor more than 3 seconds,

and press the WPS button on your access point within two minutes.

When connection is done successfully, “Completed” is shown in the display,

and the Voice display will be shown.

Finally, connect the smart device to the access point. For instructions on the

setup for the smart device, refer to the “Smart Device Connection Manual” on

the website (page 9).

NOTE

WPS setup is not available

while the instrument is in the

following modes or conditions:

• While a Song or a Demo

Song is playing back or

being paused temporarily, or

while the instrument is in the

Song Recording mode.

• When Wireless LAN mode is

set to “Accesspoint Mode” in

the “System” menu.

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Manual Setup

Make sure to connect the USB wireless LAN adaptor (sold separately) to the

[ ] (USB TO DEVICE) terminal, otherwise the displays for setup will not

be shown.

1. To call up the network list, perform steps 1 – 2 in the

“Displaying the Wireless LAN Networks and connecting to

a Network” (page 76).

2. Select “Other” at the bottom of the network list, then press

the [>] button.

3. Set the SSID, Security and Password to the same as the

settings on the access point.

3-1. Select the “SSID” then press the [>] button to call up the

display for SSID input, then enter the SSID.

For details on how to enter the characters, refer to “Renaming files” on

page 71. After entering the SSID, press the [FUNCTION] button to

finalize the setting. Operation returns to the “Other” display.

3-2. Select “Security” then press the [>] button to call up the

Security list. Select the security then return to the “Other”

display by pressing the [<] button.

3-3. Select “Password,” then set the password in the same way as

SSID.

4. Select “Connect” at the bottom of the display shown in

step 3, then press the [>] button to start connecting.

When connection is done successfully, “Completed” is shown in the

display, and returns to the “Select Network” display.

5. Connect the smart device to the access point.

For instructions on the setup for the smart device, refer to the “Smart

Device Connection Manual” on the website (page 9).

NOTE

The password cannot be set

when you select “none” for the

security setting.

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Connecting by the Accesspoint Mode

Make sure to connect the USB wireless LAN adaptor (sold separately) to the

[ ] (USB TO DEVICE) terminal, otherwise the displays for setup will not

be shown.

1. Switch the instrument to the “Accesspoint Mode.”

Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the “System” menu

display, then select the highlighted item in each display as illustrated

below.

When mode change is done successfully, “Completed” is shown in the

display, operation returns to the “Wireless LAN Mode” display.

2. Set SSID, Security, Password and Channel.

2-1. From the “System” menu display, select the highlighted item

in each display as illustrated below.

2-2. Set the SSID, Security, Password and Channel.

Select and enter each value/setting in the same way as in step 3 in

“Manual Setup.” For the setting range for each item, refer to the table on

page 104.

NOTE

This cannot be used to connect

to the internet or another

wireless LAN device.

“System” menu display

1-1. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons

to select “Utility.”

1-2. Press the [>] button to

call up the next display.

1-3. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to

select “Wireless LAN Option.”

1-4. Press the [>] button to call up

the next display.

1-5. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to

select “Wireless LAN Mode.”

1-6. Press the [>] button to call

up the next display.

“Utility” display

“Wireless LAN Option” display

1-7. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to

select “Accesspoint Mode.”

“Wireless LAN Mode” display

“System” menu display “Utility” display “Wireless LAN” display

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3. Save the setting.

Select “Save” at the bottom of the “Wireless LAN” display, then press the

[>] button to start saving.

When saving is done successfully, “Completed” is shown in the display,

and operation returns to the “Utility” display.

4. Connect the smart device to the instrument (as an access

point).

For instructions on the setup for the smart device, refer to the “Smart

Device Connection Manual” on the website (page 9).

The sophisticated MIDI functions give you powerful tools to expand your

music performance and creation possibilities. Use the MIDI terminals and

standard MIDI cables to connect external MIDI devices (keyboard, sequencer,

etc.)

• MIDI [IN] .......... Receives MIDI messages from another MIDI device.

• MIDI [OUT]......Transmits MIDI messages generated on this instrument to

another MIDI device.

Connecting External MIDI Devices (MIDI

Ter mi na ls )

CAUTION

Before connecting the

instrument to other MIDI

devices, turn off the power of

all the components.

NOTE

Since MIDI data that can be

transmitted or received varies

depending on the type of MIDI

device, check the MIDI Data

Format to find out what MIDI

data and commands your

devices can transmit or

receive. The MIDI Data Format

is contained in the “MIDI

Reference” downloadable from

the Yamaha website (page 9).

Instrument

MIDI IN MIDI INMIDI OUT MIDI OUT

MIDI transmit

MIDI receive

External MIDI device

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Effective Use of a Computer or Smart Device

with the Instrument

Connecting this instrument to a computer or a smart device, gives you the

following possibility.

What you can do by connecting to a computer/smart device:

• Listening to the audio data in the smart device through this instrument (Bluetooth

Audio function, page 81)

• Using a smart device app (page 84)

• Transmitting and receiving audio data (USB Audio Interface function, page 85)

• Transmitting and receiving MIDI data (page 80)

• Transferring MIDI Songs (extension: .mid, SMF Format 0 or 1) or backup files

(page 105)

Before using the Bluetoo th function, be sure to read “About Bluetooth” on

page 8.

You can input the sound of the audio data saved in a Bluetooth-equipped device

such as a smart phone, digital audio player to this instrument and listen to it

through the built-in speakers of the instrument. Also, you can record the input

audio data as an Audio Song (page 61).

You can set whether the Audio sound input to the instrument by using this

function is output to a computer or smart device or not, along with the

performance played on the instrument. For details, refer to “Audio Loop Back

On/Off ” on page 85.

NOTE

For details on transmitting/

receiving MIDI data or

transferring MIDI Songs/

backup files to a computer,

refer to the “Computer-related

Operations” on the website.

Listening to Audio Data from a Smart Device

through this Instrument (Bluetooth Audio

Function)

Bluetooth capability

Depending on the country in which you

purchased the product, the instrument may not

have Bluetooth capability. If the Bluetooth logo is

printed on the front panel, this means that the

product is equipped with Bluetooth functionality.

Bluetooth logo

NOTE

In this manual, “Bluetooth-

equipped device” refers to a

device that can transmit audio

data saved in it to the

instrument using the Bluetooth

function, via wireless

communication. For proper

operation, the device must be

compatible with A2DP

(Advanced Audio Distribution

Profile). The Bluetooth Audio

function is explained here by

using a smart device as an

example of such Bluetooth-

equipped devices.

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Effective Use of a Computer or Smart Device with the Instrument

Pairing with Smart Devices

If you wish to connect your smart device to the instrument via Bluetooth, the

smart device needs to be paired with the instrument first. Once the smart

device has been paired with this instrument, there is no need to perform

pairing again.

1. Hold down the [FUNCTION] button for 3 seconds.

The pop-up window will appear which indicates that the instrument is

standing by for pairing.

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

2. On the smart device, set the Bluetooth function to on and

select “P-515” from the connection list.

For details, refer to the smart device owner’s manual.

After pairing is completed, the pop-up window will close, and the

Bluetooth icon appears on the Voice display and Song display.

3. Play back audio data on the smart device to confirm that

the built-in speakers of the instrument can output the

audio sound.

When you turn on the instrument the next time, the last-connected smart

device will be connected to this instrument automatically, if the Bl uet oo t h

function of the smart device and the instrument is set to on. If it is not

connected automatically, select the model name of the instrument from the

connection list on the smart device.

Pairing

“Pairing” means to register

Bluetooth-equipped smart

devices on this instrument,

and establish the mutual

recognition for wireless

communication between the

two.

NOTICE

When you force-quit the

instrument after pairing, the

paring data is lost. After

restarting the instrument,

execute the steps 1 and 2

again for paring.

NOTE

Only one smart device can be

connected to this instrument at

a time (although up to 8 smart

devices can be paired to this

instrument). When pairing with

the 9th smart device has

succeeded, pairing data for

the device with the oldest

connection date will be

deleted.

NOTE

When the Bluetooth function of

this instrument is set to “Off,”

standby for pairing with the

instrument is not enabled

when holding the [FUNCTION]

button for 3 seconds. In this

case, set Bluetooth to “On”

(page 83), and then start

pairing.

NOTE

Make sure to complete the

settings on the smart device

within 5 minutes.

NOTE

If you are required to enter a

passkey, enter the numerals

“0000.”

Voice display

Bluetooth icon

NOTE

You can adjust the volume of

the sound input via Bluetooth

by the [MASTER VOLUME]

slider. To adjust the volume

balance between your

keyboard performance and

the input sound via Bluetooth,

adjust the volume on the smart

device.

NOTE

You can start pairing from the

“System” menu display: Press

the [FUNCTION] button

repeatedly to call up the

“System” menu display 

“Bluetooth”  “Pairing,” and

then press the [>] button.

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Switching the Bluetooth Function On/Off

By default, the Bluetooth function will be on right after turning the instrument’s

power on, however you can set the function to off.

1. Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the

“System” menu display, then select the highlighted item in

each display as illustrated below.

2. Press the [>] button to switch on/off.

To exit from the “System” menu display, press the [EXIT] button.

“System” menu display

1-1. Confirm that “Bluetooth”

is selected.

1-2. Press the [>] button to

call up the next display.

1-3. Confirm that “Bluetooth” is

selected.

“Bluetooth” display

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Effective Use of a Computer or Smart Device with the Instrument

By using the compatible smart device app, you can get more enjoyment out of

this instrument.

For information about the compatible apps and smart devices, access the web

page of the respective apps on the following page:

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

For information on connecting manually without using the connection wizard

of the “Smart Pianist” app, refer to the “Smart Device Connection Manual” on

the website (page 9).

Using a Smart Device App

Smart device app “Smart Pianist”

The smart device app “Smart Pianist” (available as a free download) lets you select Voices

and make Metronome settings intuitively, and allows you to display the notation,

depending on the selected data. For details, access the “Smart Pianist” page on the website

above.

For instructions on connecting the instrument to a smart device, the connection wizard

of the “Smart Pianist” will guide you according to the operating condition and

environment.

To start the connection wizard, tap “ ” (Menu) located at the upper left on the “Smart

Pianist” screen to open the Menu, and then tap “Instrument” → “Start Connection

Wizard.”

NOTICE

Activating the “Smart Pianist”

app while the instrument is

connected to the smart device

overwrites the settings on the

instrument by that of “Smart

Pianist.” Save your important

setup data as a backup file to a

USB flash drive or computer

(page 105).

NOTE

When using the “Smart Pianist”

app, you cannot use any

buttons on the instrument other

than the [EXIT] button. Control

the instrument by using “Smart

Pianist.” Pressing the [EXIT]

button on the instrument

disconnects the instrument

from the “Smart Pianist” app,

and enables you to control the

instrument by using its buttons.

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Effective Use of a Computer or Smart Device with the Instrument

By connecting a computer or a smart device to the [USB TO HOST] terminal

via a USB cable, digital audio data can be transmitted/received. This USB

Audio Interface function provides the following advantages:

• Playing back audio data with high sound quality

This gives you direct, clear sound in which the sound quality has less noise and

deterioration than that from the [AUX IN] jack.

• Recording performance on the instrument as audio data by

using a recording software or a music production software

The recorded audio data can be played back on the computer or smart device.

Audio Loop Back On/Off

This allows you to set whether audio sound input (page 54) from the connected

computer or smart device is output to a computer or a smart device or not

along with the performance played on the instrument. To output the audio

input sound, set the Audio Loop Back to “On.”

For example, if you want to record the audio input sound as well as the sound

played on the instrument by using the computer or the smart device, set this to

“On.” If you intend to record only the sound played on the instrument by using

the computer or the smart device, set this to “Off.”

To make the setting, press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the

“System” menu display: “Utility” → “Audio Loop Back” (page 102).

Audio EQ On/Off

This allows you to set whether the optimum EQ (or Equalizer) settings are

provided for audio sound input (page 54) from the connected computer or

smart device or not.

This function also affects the audio input sound that is output to a computer,

etc. along with the performance played on the instrument.

Audio sound input from the connected computer, etc. will be the optimum

sound using this function.

We recommend that you set this function off when outputting audio input

sound to a computer, etc.

To make the setting, press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the

“System” menu display: “Utility” → “Audio EQ” (page 102).

Transmitting/Receiving Audio Data (USB Audio

Interface function)

NOTE

• The Audio Loop Back

function also affects the

audio input sound when

using the Bluetooth Audio

function (page 81) or wireless

LAN connection (page 75).

• The volume of the audio input

sound can be adjusted from

a computer or smart device.

• The playback sound of an

Audio Song (page 44) is also

output to a computer or smart

device when this is set to

“On,” while the sound is not

output when this is set to

“Off.”

• With Audio Recording

(page 61), the audio input

sound from the connected

computer or smart device is

recorded when this is set to

“On,” while the sound is not

recorded when this is set to

“Off.”

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Performing Live

Your instrument features a number of convenient functions for use when setting it up on stage in order to

perform live. In order to provide a practical description of the connections and settings required in this

type of situation.

Stage setup and signal flow

The sound from your instrument will be sent to a PA mixer, then the mixed

sound is amplified and sent to the front-of house speakers so that the audience

can hear it. Monitor speakers may be placed on the floor in front of the

musicians so that they can more clearly hear their own sound and that of the

other instruments.

 Connect your footswitch/foot pedal, or pedal unit.

For details on using footswitch/ foot pedal, or pedal unit, refer to page 18 and

19. For the function that can be assigned to each pedal, refer to page 92.

 Connect the instrument’s output to the PA mixer.

In order to be heard, your instrument will need to be connected to the PA

mixer’s inputs. Normally, this connection is made via a DI box (direct box)

located onstage. Connect the AUX OUT [R] and [L/L+R] jacks on the

instrument’s rear panel to the DI box inputs using commercially available

standard mono audio cables.

1 Set the [MASTER VOLUME] slider to the MIN position.

2 Check with the PA operator whether you can connect the instrument to the PA

mixer or not.

3 Connect the instrument as the following illustration.

Your instrument should now be fully connected. The next step will be to

balance your performance sounds.

NOTICE

Please read the following

before setting up.

•Ensure that the instrument is

turned off before making any

connections.

•Make sure to check with the

PA operator when connecting

or disconnecting cables or

turning on/off. Failure to do so

may damage to the PA

system.

DI box

P-515

PA mixer

Power amp

Front-of-house

speaker

Foot switch

or pedal

Front-of-house

speaker

Monitor

speaker

Vocal

microphone

Drums

Guitar

Bass

NOTE

• When playing the piano

sound of this instrument with

an external powered speaker,

and while monitoring the

sound output from this

instrument on connected

headphones, we recommend

that you set the “Binaural

Sampling” or “Stereophonic

Optimizer” functions to "OFF"

(page 17).

• If only one of the DI box

channels is available for use

with your instrument, connect

it to the AUX OUT [L/L+R]

jack using a standard mono

audio cable. In this

configuration, your left and

right signals will be mixed

and output from the

instrument in mono.

• If DI boxes are not being

used, connect the AUX OUT

[R] and [L/L+R] jacks to the

input jacks on the PA mixer or

an on-stage sub-mixer.

DI box

P-515 Rear panel

To t he

PA mi xer

DI box

Plug configuration:

Mono

(single line)

Input jack

(“IN”, etc.)

Input jack

(“IN”, etc.)

To t he

PA mi xer

Commercially available standard mono audio cable

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Sound setup

Once all of the instruments and microphones have been connected, the PA

operator will ask each musician in turn to play his or her instrument. You

should get ready as follows.

 Turn on your instrument.

Set the [MASTER VOLUME] slider to the MIN position. Check with the PA

operator whether you can turn on the instrument, then press the [

] (Standby/

On) switch.

 Check your settings.

Once turned on, ensure that your instrument is set up as follows.

• Tuned to match the other instruments (Master tuning, page 35).

• Auto Power-Off function disabled (page 15).

• Footswitch or foot pedal is operating correctly as an assigned function (page 99).

• Reverb is turned off (page 28).

• Turn off the speaker sound of your instrument (page 101) as necessary.

 Determine the optimum levels.

When asked by the PA operator to output a sound, play the digital piano as you

would when performing and determine the best settings for the following.

• Volume when you are playing accompaniment

• Volume when you are playing loudest, such as during a keyboard solo

• Volume of each Voice to be used

Roughly speaking, the [MASTER VOLUME] slider should be set between 5

and 7 for playing accompaniment and to 8 or 9 when you need to play louder. If

set too high, your sound may become distorted; if too low, any background

noise will be more noticeable.

Turn on the Sound Boost function if you are finding it difficult to make your

instrument heard within the overall mix. Choose from three different Sound

Boost types (page 37).

The Master EQ function may help in making the optimum sound for

performing live.

 Balance the overall sound of the band.

After the levels of the various instruments have been set, the PA operator will

have everyone play together in order to balance the overall sound of the band.

At this time, you should listen to the nearest monitor speaker and ensure that

you can hear everything you need to in order to play well. If, for example, you

cannot hear your own sound, the singer, or another instrument well enough,

ask the PA operator to raise the corresponding level in your monitor’s mix.

This completes the setup process. You should now be ready to play live.

Lock the front panel to prevent mistakes.

Your instrument’s Panel Lock function allows you to temporarily disable front

panel buttons to prevent them being operated unintentionally while performing.

When performing live, disable the Auto Power Off function (page 15). For

details on this function, refer to page 40.

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Detailed Settings

Pressing the [FUNCTION] button gives you access to a variety of important settings for Voices, Song

playback, Metronome, Song recording and the entire system of this instrument.

Basic Operations

1. As necessary, make the Voice settings or select a Song.

• If you want to edit Voice-related parameters (by calling up the “Voice” menu), select a Voice. If you

want to edit parameters related to the R1/R2/L Voices, such as volume balance, turn on Dual/Split/

Duo, then select the desired Voices.

• If you want to set Song playback parameters, such as Repeat, select a Song.

• If you want to edit your recorded MIDI Song data (by calling up Edit in the “Song” menu), select

the recorded MIDI Song.

2. Press the [FUNCTION] button several times to select the desired menu.

Pressing the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly will call up the following menu displays in

order, according to the vertical menu at the left of the display.

“Voice” menu (page 89)

“Song” menu (page 93)

“Metronome/Rhythm” menu (page 96)

“Recording” menu (page 97)

/“System” menu (page98)

3. Use the [ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>] buttons to select

the desired parameter.

While referring as needed to the parameter list on

each page listed in step 2, use the [

]/[ ] buttons to

navigate through the display vertically and use the

[<]/[>] buttons to navigate through display

horizontally.

4. On the display called up in step 3, select a

value or execute the operation.

Most displays allow you to select a value by simply

using the [

]/[ ] buttons, although some, such as

Edit in the “Song” menu and Backup in the “System”

menu, let you execute an operation.

If a pop-up window is shown, set the value with the

[<]/[>] buttons, then exit from the window using the

[EXIT] button.

Also, when the selected parameter provides only two

options (on and off, for example), simply pressing the

[>] button will alternate the value between the two

options.

5. To exit from the menu display, press the [EXIT] button.

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Voice Menu

This menu lets you edit or set various parameters related to keyboard performance, such as Voice

parameters. By turning on Dual/Split/Duo, you can make the settings for each Voice or each Voice

combination. While playing the keyboard and hearing the sound, change a parameter value to find your

desired sound. Note that you should turn on Dual/Split/Duo before calling up the “Voice” menu display.

NOTE

Parameters with * are shown only when Dual/Split/Duo is on.

To call up the desired parameter:

Turn on Dual, Split or Duo as necessary, select Voices as necessary, press the [FUNCTION] button several times to select

“Voice” menu, then use the [ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>] buttons to select the desired parameter.

[>]

[<]

[>]

[<]

[>]

[<]

Description Default setting Setting range

Transpose

(page 34)

(Pop-up

window)

– Shifts the pitch of the entire keyboard up or down in

semitone intervals to facilitate playing in difficult key

signatures, and to let you easily match the pitch of the

keyboard to the range of a singer or other instruments.

0 -12 (-1 octave) – 0

(normal pitch) –

+12 (+1 octave)

Piano

Setting

(pages 25

– 26)

Lid Position (Setting

display)

Determines how much the Lid is opened. Full Full, Half, Close

VRM – Turns the VRM effect on/off. For the information about the

function of VRM, refer to page 27. For details about the

Piano Voices compatible with VRM, refer to the “Preset

Voice List” on page 107.

On On, Off

Damper

Res.

(Setting

display)

Determines the depth of the string resonance effect

which is applied when the damper pedal is pressed. This

is available only when VRM is on.

50 – 10

String Res. (Setting

display)

Determines the depth of the string resonance effect

which is applied when a note on the keyboard is

pressed. This is available only when VRM is on.

50 – 10

Aliquot Res. (Setting

display)

Adjusts the sympathetic vibrations of Aliquot. This is

available only when VRM is on. For details, refer to “What

is Aliquot?” (page 27).

50 – 10

Body Res. (Setting

display)

Adjusts the resonance of the soundboard, the sides, the

frame, and the grand piano itself. This is available only

when VRM is on.

50 – 10

Key Off Sample (Setting

display)

Determines the volume of the key-off sound (the subtle

sound that occurs when you release a key) which is

available only for some Voices. For Voices to which this

effect is applied, refer to the Voice List (page 107).

5 0 – 10

Reverb

(page 28)

(Setting

display)

– Determines the Reverb type which is applied to all the

entire sound including the keyboard performance, Song

playback and MIDI data input from an external MIDI

device.

Differs depending

on the Voice or

Voice

combination.

Refer to the

Reverb Type List

(page 92)

Chorus

(page 28)

(Setting

display)

– Determines the Chorus type which is applied to all the

entire sound including the keyboard performance, Song

playback and MIDI data input from an external MIDI

device.

Differs depending

on the Voice or

Voice

combination.

Refer to the

Chorus Type List

(page 92)

Voice Menu

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Voice Edit (Voice names)* Octave Shifts the pitch of the keyboard up and down in octave

steps. This parameter can be set for each Voices when

Dual/Split/Duo is on.

Differs depending

on the Voice or

Voice

combination.

-2 (two octaves

lower) – 0 (no

pitch shift) – +2

(two octaves

higher)

Volume Adjusts the volume for each of the R1/R2/L Voices. This

lets you adjust the balance between the R1/R2/L Voices

when Dual/Split/Duo is on.

Differs depending

on the Voice or

Voice

combination.

0 – 127

Reverb Depth

(page 28)

Adjusts the Reverb depth for each of the R1/R2/L Voices.

This lets you adjust the balance between the R1/R2/L

Voices when Dual/Split/Duo is on. The “0” setting will

produce no effect.

NOTE

When a VRM Voice is used for several parts simultaneously,

unexpected sounds may result since the Reverb depth for a

part which has priority will become the common setting for the

parts. During Song playback, setting for a Song part is used

(priority order: Ch. 1, Ch. 2...Ch. 16), while the setting for a

keyboard part is used when Song playback is stopped

(priority order: R1, L and R2 Voices).

Differs depending

on the Voice or

Voice

combination.

0 – 127

Chorus Depth

(page 28)

Adjusts the Chorus depth for each of the R1/R2/L Voices.

This lets you adjust the balance between the R1/R2/L

Voices when Dual/Split/Duo is on. The “0” setting will

produce no effect.

NOTE

When a VRM Voice is used for several parts simultaneously,

unexpected sounds may result since the Chorus depth for a

part which has priority will become the common setting for the

parts. During Song playback, setting for a Song part is used

(priority order: Ch. 1, Ch. 2...Ch. 16), while the setting for a

keyboard part is used when Song playback is stopped

(priority order: R1, L and R2 Voices).

Differs depending

on the Voice or

Voice

combination.

0 – 127

Effect

(page 28)

In addition Reverb and Chorus, another Effect can be

applied to the R1/R2/L Voices of the keyboard

independently. Note that this Effect type can be selected

for up to two Voices.

Differs depending

on the Voice or

Voice

combination.

Refer to the Effect

Type List

(page 92).

Rotary Speed Available only for the Voice of which the Effect Type is set

to “Rotary.” This parameter determines the rotation

speed of the Rotary Speaker effect.

Differs depending

on the Voice or

Voice

combination.

Fast, Slow

VibeRotor Available only for the Voice of which the Effect Type is set

to “VibeRotor.” This parameter turns on or off the

VibeRotor effect.

Differs depending

on the Voice or

Voice

combination.

On, Off

VibeRotor

Speed

Available only for the Voice of which the Effect Type is set

to “VibeRotor.” This parameter determines the speed of

the Vibraphone vibrato effect.

Differs depending

on the Voice or

Voice

combination.

1 – 10

Effect Depth Adjusts the Effect depth for each of the R1/R2/L Voices.

Note that some Effect types do not allow you to adjust the

depth.

Differs depending

on the Voice or

Voice

combination.

1 – 127

Pan Adjusts the stereo pan position for each of the R1/R2/L

Voices.

Differs depending

on the Voice or

Voice

combination.

L64 (leftmost) – C

(center) – R63

(rightmost)

To call up the desired parameter:

Turn on Dual, Split or Duo as necessary, select Voices as necessary, press the [FUNCTION] button several times to select

“Voice” menu, then use the [ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>] buttons to select the desired parameter.

[>]

[<]

[>]

[<]

[>]

[<]

Description Default setting Setting range

Voice Menu

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Voice Edit (Voice names)* Harmonic Cont Produces a distinctive “peaky” tone by raising the

Resonance value of the Filter. This parameter can be set

for each of the R1/R2/L Voices when Dual/Split/Duo is on.

NOTE

Harmonic content may have little audible effect or not be

applied to some Voices.

Differs depending

on the Voice or

Voice

combination.

-64 – +63

Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the R1/R2/L Voices

independently.

Differs depending

on the Voice or

Voice

combination.

-64 – +63

Touch Sens. Determines the degree to which the volume level

changes in response to your touch on the keyboard (how

hard you play). Since the volume level of some Voices

such as Harpsichord and Organ do not change

regardless of how you play the keyboard, the default

setting for these Voices is 127.

Differs depending

on the Voice or

Voice

combination.

0 (softest) – 64

(largest changes in

the level) – 127

(which produces the

loudest volume

regardless of how

you play the

keyboard)

RPedal Turns the Right pedal function on or off for each of the

R1/R2/L Voices. This parameter is useful when you want

to ensure, for example, that the pedal function affects the

right-hand performance but does not affect the left-hand

performance.

Differs depending

on the Voice or

Voice

combination.

On, Off

CPedal Turns the Center pedal function on or off for each of the

R1/R2/L Voices. This parameter is useful when you want

to ensure, for example, that the pedal function affects the

right-hand performance but does not affect the left-hand

performance.

Differs depending

on the Voice or

Voice

combination.

On, Off

LPedal Turns the Left pedal function on or off for each of the R1/

R2/L Voices. This parameter is useful when you want to

ensure, for example, that the pedal function affects the

right-hand performance but does not affect the left-hand

performance.

Differs depending

on the Voice or

Voice

combination.

On, Off

Pedal

Assign

(When

using the

separately

sold pedal

unit,

page 19)

Right (Setting

display)

Assigns one of various functions (other than the original

one) to the Right pedal.

Sustain (Cont.) Refer to the Pedal

Function List

(page 92).

Center (Setting

display)

Assigns one of various functions (other than the original

one) to the Center pedal.

Sostenuto Refer to the Pedal

Function List

(page 92).

Left (Setting

display)

Assigns one of various functions (other than the original

one) to the Left pedal.

Rotary Speed

(Jazz Organ),

Vibe Rotor

(Vibraphone), Soft

(other Voices)

Refer to the Pedal

Function List

(page 92).

Balance* Volume

R2 – R1*

(Pop-up

window)

Adjusts the volume balance between R1 and R2 Voices

when Dual is on. After adjusting this with the [<]/[>]

buttons, press the [EXIT] button to exit from the pop-up

window.

Differs depending

on the Voice or

Voice

combination.

R2+10 – 0 –

R1+10

Volume L – R* (Pop-up

window)

Adjusts the volume balance between the left and right

keyboard sections when Split/Duo is on. After adjusting

via the [<]/[>] buttons, press the [EXIT] button to exit

from the pop-up window.

Differs depending

on the Voice or

Voice

combination.

L+10 – 0 – R+10

Detune* (Pop-up

window)

Detunes the R1 Voice and R2 Voice in Dual mode to

create a thicker sound.

On the display, move the slider rightward via the [>]

button will raise the R1 Voice pitch and lower the R2

Voice pitch, and vice versa. After adjusting this, press the

[EXIT] button to exit from the pop-up window.

Differs depending

on the Voice or

Voice

combination.

R2+20 – 0 –

R1+20

To call up the desired parameter:

Turn on Dual, Split or Duo as necessary, select Voices as necessary, press the [FUNCTION] button several times to select

“Voice” menu, then use the [ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>] buttons to select the desired parameter.

[>]

[<]

[>]

[<]

[>]

[<]

Description Default setting Setting range

Voice Menu

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 Reverb Type List

 Chorus Type List

 Effect Type List

 Pedal Function List

* These functions can be used when the included footswitch, or the sold separately foot pedal/footswitch is connected to the [AUX

PEDAL] terminal, or the sold separately pedal unit is connected to the [PEDAL UNIT] terminal.

When you want to assign a function indicated by * to the pedal connected to the [AUX PEDAL] jack, you should use a separately sold foot pedal

(page 73). For other functions, you should use the included footswitch (page 73).

The functions marked with ** are assigned to the Left pedal automatically when you select the Jazz Organ Voice or Vibraphone Voice.

Off No effect

Recital Hall Simulates clear reverberation in a mid-sized hall suitable for piano recital.

Concert Hall Simulates brilliant reverberation in a large hall for public orchestra performances.

Chamber Simulates the elegant reverberation in a small room suitable for chamber music.

Cathedral Simulates the solemn reverberation in a high-ceiling stone-made cathedral.

Club Simulates the lively reverberation in a jazz club or a small bar.

Plate Simulates the bright sound of vintage reverb equipment used in recording studios.

Off No effect

Chorus Adds a rich, spacious sound.

Celeste Adds swell and a spacious sound.

Flanger Adds swell effects similar to the sound of an ascending or descending jet plane.

Off No effect

DelayLCR Delay applied at left, center, and right positions.

DelayLR Delay applied at left and right positions.

Echo Echo-like delay

CrossDelay Left and right delays cross each other in alternation.

Symphonic Adds a rich and deep acoustic effect.

Rotary Adds the vibrato effect of a rotary speaker.

Tremolo The volume level changes in rapid cycles.

VibeRotor The vibrato effect of a vibraphone.

AutoPan The sound pans left to right and back and forth.

Phaser The phase changes periodically, swelling the sound.

AutoWah The center frequency of the wah filter changes periodically.

Distortion Distorts the sound.

Function Description

Available pedal

(O: Can be assigned, X: Cannot)

Left

pedal

Center

pedal

Right pedal and

pedal connected to

the [AUX PEDAL] jack

Sustain (Switch) A function that sustains the notes you play while pressing the pedal, even

after releasing your fingers from the keyboard

OO O

Sustain

(Continuous) *

A function that varies the sustain length depending on how far the pedal is

pressed (default setting)

XX O

Sostenuto Sostenuto (page 19) O O O

Soft Soft (page 19) O O O

PitchBend Up* A function that smoothly raises the pitch X X O

PitchBend Down* A function that smoothly lowers the pitch X X O

Rotary Speed** Changes the rotational speed of the Jazz Organ rotary speaker (switches

between fast and slow each time you press the pedal)

OO O

VibeRotor** Switches the vibraphone vibrato on/off (switches on/off each time you

press the pedal)

OO O

Song Menu

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Song Menu

This menu lets you set various parameters related to Song playback and edit the Song data with a single

touch.

NOTE

• The parameters marked with * will be available only when a MIDI Song is selected. These parameters are not shown when an Audio

Song is selected.

• The parameters marked with ** will be available only when an Audio Song is selected.

• When using the “Edit” menu, select a MIDI Song other than the preset Song.

• Execute is a function that edits or changes the current Song data. Note that pressing the [>] button will actually change the Song data.

• The content of the “Song” menu differs depending on the type of Song currently selected (MIDI/Audio).

To call up the desired parameter:

Select a Song as necessary, press the [FUNCTION] button several times to select “Song” menu, then use the [ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>]

buttons to select the desired parameter.

[>]

[<]

[>]

[<]

[>]

[<]

Description Default setting Setting range

L/R*

(page 48)

R, L, Other – Turns on (Play) or off (Mute) each of the Song tracks.

For details, refer to page 48.

On On, Off

Repeat

(page 49)

A – B* (Setting display) Lets you play back a specified range (from Point A to B)

of the current Song repeatedly. For instructions, refer to

page 49.

Off On, Off

Phrase* Phrase Mark This parameter is available only when a MIDI Song

containing the Phrase Mark. By specifying a Phrase

number here, you can play back the current Song from

the mark point, or to play back the corresponding

phrase repeatedly. If you start Song playback with a

Phrase set to “On,” the countdown starts, followed by

repeated playback of the specified phrase or phrases

until you press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button.

000 000 – the last

phrase number of

the Song

Repeat Off On (repeat

playback)/Off (no

repeat)

Song (Setting display) By setting this parameter, you can play back only a

specific Song, or specific Songs in order repeatedly or

randomly. For details, refer to page 49.

Off Off, Single, All,

Random

Volume

(page 52)

Song –

Keyboard*

(Pop-up

window)

Adjusts the volume balance between the Song

playback sound and keyboard performance.

0 Key+64 – 0 –

Song+64

Song L – R* (Pop-up

window)

Adjusts the volume balance between the right-hand

part left-hand parts of Song playback.

0 L+64 – 0 – R+64

(Pop-up window)** Adjusts the Audio volume. 100 0 – 127

Transpose

(page 53)

(Setting display) – Shifts the pitch of Song playback up or down in

semitone intervals. For example, if you set this

parameter to “5,” a Song created in C major will be

played back in F major.

NOTE

The Transpose setting will not affect the audio signals, such

as those input from the [AUX IN] jack.

NOTE

MIDI Song playback data will be transmitted with the

transposed note numbers while MIDI note numbers

received from an external MIDI device or computer will not

be affected by the Transpose setting.

NOTE

Applying transpose to an Audio Song may change its tonal

characteristics.

0 -12 (-1 octave) – 0

(normal pitch) –

+12 (+1 octave)

File Delete

(page 68)

Cancel Deletes a specific Song. For details about Song types

which can be deleted, refer to page 66.

––

Execute ––

Copy*

(page 68)

Cancel Copies a specific MIDI Song then saves it to a different

location. For details about Song types which can be

copied, refer to page 66.

––

Execute ––

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NOTE

Tempo of Song playback can be set on the display called up by pressing the [TEMPO] button. For instructions, refer to page 47.

File Move*

(page 69)

Cancel Moves a MIDI Song to a different location. For details

about Song types which can be moved, refer to

page 66.

––

Execute ––

MIDI to Audio*

(page 70)

Cancel Converts a MIDI Song to an Audio file. For details about

Song types which can be converted, refer to page 66.

––

Execute ––

Rename

(page 71)

(Setting display) Edits a Song name. For details about Song types which

can be renamed, refer to page 66.

––

Edit* Quantize Quantize The Quantize function allows you to align all the notes in

the current MIDI Song to the correct timing, such as 8th

note or 16th note.

1. Set the Quantize value to the smallest notes in the

MIDI Song.

2. Set the Strength value which determines how

strongly the notes will be quantized.

3. Move the highlight to “Execute” then press the

[>] button to actually change the MIDI Song data.

1/16 Refer to “Quantize

setting range.”

(page 95)

Strength 100% 0% – 100%

Refer to “Strength

setting range.”

(page 95)

Execute ––

Track Delete Track Deletes a specific track data of the current MIDI Song.

1. Select the desired track to be deleted.

2. Move the highlight to “Execute,” then press the

[>] button to actually delete the specified track data.

Track 1 Track 1 – Track 16

Execute ––

Tempo Change Cancel Changes the tempo value of the current MIDI Song as

data. Before calling up the “Song” menu display, set the

desired Tempo value for changing.

Move the highlight to “Execute,” then press the [>] button

to actually change the Tempo value as MIDI Song data.

Differs depending

on the Song

–

Execute ––

Voice Change Track Changes the Voice of a specific track in the current

MIDI Song to the current Voice as data.

1. Select a track of which the Voice will be changed.

2. Move the highlight to “Execute,” then press the

[>] button to actually change the Voice as MIDI Song

data.

Track 1 Track 1 – Track 16

Execute ––

Others* Quick Play – This parameter enables you to specify whether a Song

that starts from the middle of a bar, or a Song with a

silence prior to the first note, should be played from the

first note or from the top of the bar (rest or blank). This

parameter is useful for a MIDI Song that starts with a

short one-or two-beat pick-up or lead-in.

On On, Off

Track Listen Track This lets you play back only the selected Track to listen

to its contents. To do this, select a Track, move the

highlight to “Start,” then press and hold the [>] button to

start playback from the first note. Playback continues

while holding the [>] button.

Track 1 Track 1 – Track 16

Start

Play Track – This parameter enables you to specify the tracks for

playing back on this instrument. When “1&2” is

selected, only tracks 1 and 2 will be played back, while

tracks 3 to 16 will be transmitted via MIDI. When “All” is

selected, all tracks will be played back on this

instrument.

All All, 1&2

To call up the desired parameter:

Select a Song as necessary, press the [FUNCTION] button several times to select “Song” menu, then use the [ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>]

buttons to select the desired parameter.

[>]

[<]

[>]

[<]

[>]

[<]

Description Default setting Setting range

Song Menu

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 Quantize Supplementary

Quantize setting range

The three Quantize settings marked with asterisks (*) are exceptionally

convenient, since they allow you to quantize two different note values

at the same time. For example, when the straight eighth notes and

eighth notes triplet are contained in the same part, if you quantize by

straight eighth notes, all notes in the part are quantized to straight

eighth notes—completely eliminating any triplet feel. However, if you

use the eighth note + eighth note triplet setting, both the straight and

triplet notes will be quantized correctly.

Strength setting range

1/4................

1/8................

1/16..............

1/6................

1/12..............

1/24..............

1/8+1/12.......

1/16+1/24.....

1/32..............

1/16+1/12.....

quarter note

quarter note triplet

eighth note

eighth note triplet

sixteenth note

sixteenth note triplet

thirty-second note

eighth note + eighth note triplet*

sixteenth note + eighth note triplet*

sixteenth note + sixteenth triplet*

Original data

Quantizing strength = 100

Quantizing strength = 50

Quarter-note length

Metronome/Rhythm Menu

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Metronome/Rhythm Menu

This menu lets you set the volume and tempo indication format of the Metronome (page 41) or Rhythm

(page 43). In addition, you can set the bell sound of the Metronome to play back at the first beat and adjust

parameters related to Rhythm playback variation.

 Setting the Tempo

Tempo of Metronome/Rhythm can be set on the display called up by pressing the [TEMPO] button. For

details on setting the Tempo for the Metronome or Rhythm, refer to page 41.

To call up the desired parameter:

Press the [FUNCTION] button several times to select “Metronome/Rhythm” menu, then use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select the

desired parameter.

[>]

[<]

[>]

[<]

[>]

[<]

Description Default setting Setting range

Time

Signature

(Setting display) – Determines the time signature of the metronome. When

you select or playback MIDI Songs, this will automatically

be changed to the time signature of the selected songs.

4/4 2/2, 1/4, 2/4, 3/4,

4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 7/4,

3/8, 6/8, 7/8, 9/8,

12/8

Volume (Pop-up

window)

– Determines the volume of the Metronome or Rhythm. You

can adjust the volume balance between the keyboard

performance and Metronome/Rhythm playback.

82 0 – 127

BPM – – Determines whether the note type of the tempo indication

is affected by the Metronome Time Signature (page 42)

or not (crotchet). When “Time Sig.” is selected, the

denominator of the Time Signature is shown as the note

type of the tempo indication. (The dotted quarter note is

shown as the note type of the tempo indication only when

the Time Signature is set to “6/8,” “9/8,” or “12/8.”)

Time Sig. Time Sig.,

Crotchet

Bell – – Determines whether or not the bell sound is played back

at the first beat of the specified Time Signature.

Off On, Off

Intro – – Determines whether the Intro is played back or not

before the Rhythm pattern is started.

NOTE

During Song playback, the Intro cannot be played back even

if you start the Rhythm with this parameter set to “On.”

On On, Off

Ending – – Determines whether the Ending is played back or not

before the Rhythm pattern is stopped.

On On, Off

SyncStart – – When this is set to “On,” you can start Rhythm playback

also by pressing any note on the keyboard.

When you want to use this function, follow the instructions

below:

1. Set this function to on.

2. Press the [RHYTHM] button to enter the Synchro start

standby mode.

The [RHYTHM] button flashes.

3. Press any key to start with the rhythm.

Off On, Off

Bass – – Determines whether the accompaniment Bass sound is

added to the Rhythm pattern or not.

On On, Off

Recording Menu

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Recording Menu

This menu lets you make detailed settings related to MIDI Recording (page 54).

NOTE

The settings here will not affect Audio Recording.

To call up the desired parameter:

Press the [FUNCTION] button several times to select “Recording” menu, then use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select the desired

parameter.

[>]

[<]

[>]

[<]

[>]

[<]

Description Default setting Setting range

RecStart – – This parameter, which is used when you overwrite the

already recorded MIDI Song, determines when the actual

MIDI Recording starts after you execute the Recording

Start operation. When set to “Normal,” actual recording

will starts as soon as you execute the Recording Start

operation. When set to “KeyOn,” actual recording starts

as soon as you press any key after you execute the

Recording Start operation.

Normal Normal, KeyOn

RecEnd – – This parameter, which is used when you overwrite the

already recorded MIDI Song, determines whether the

existing data after the point at which you stop recording

will be erased or not.

Replace Replace,

PunchOut

RecRhythm – – Determines whether or not Rhythm playback will be

recorded during MIDI Recording.

On On, Off

System Menu

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System Menu

This menu lets you make the overall settings applied to the entire instrument.

Bluetooth compatibility is indicated by the following icons. (For details on Bluetooth compatibility, see

page 8.)

: models equipped with Bluetooth

: models not equipped with Bluetooth

NOTE

Parameters marked with * are available only if the instrument is equipped with Bluetooth functionality.

 Scale Tune List (Temperament List)

To call up the desired parameter:

Press the [FUNCTION] button several times to select “System” menu, then use the [ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>] buttons to select the desired

parameter.

[>]

[<]

[>]

[<]

[>]

[<]

Description Default setting Setting range

Bluetooth*

(pages 81

– 83)

Bluetooth (Setting display) Switches the Bluetooth function on/off (page 83). On On, Off

Pairing (Setting display) For registering (pairing) the Bluetooth device (page 81). – –

Tuning Master Tune

(page 35)

(Pop-up

window)

Fine tunes the pitch of the entire instrument. This

function is useful when you play this instrument along

with other instruments or CD music.

A3 = 440.0 Hz A3 = 414.8 Hz –

466.8 Hz (approx.

0.2 Hz steps)

Scale Tune (Setting display) Modern acoustic pianos are tuned almost exclusively in

equal temperament, which divides one octave into

twelve equal intervals. Likewise, this digital piano

employs equal temperament, but it can be changed at

the touch of a button to play in historical temperaments

used in the 16th to 19th centuries.

Equal

Temperament

Refer to the

“Scale Tune List”

below.

Base Note (Setting display) Determines the base note for the Scale selected above.

When the base note is changed, the pitch of the

keyboard is transposed, yet maintains the original pitch

relationship between the notes. This setting is

necessary when Scale Tune is set to something other

than “Equal Temperament.”

NOTE

When Scale Tune is set to “Equal Temperament,” “---” is

shown on the display and this parameter cannot be edited.

C C, C , D, E , E, F,

F , G, A , A, B ,

Equal Temperament One octave is divided into twelve equal intervals. Currently most popular piano tuning scale.

PureMajor/PureMinor Based on natural overtones, three major chords using these scales produce a beautiful, pure sound.

Pythagorean This scale was devised by Pythagoras, the famous Greek philosopher and is created from a series of perfect fifths,

which are collapsed into a single octave. The 3rd in this tuning is slightly unstable, but the 4th and 5th are beautiful and

suitable for some leads.

MeanTone This scale was created as an improvement on the Pythagorean scale, by making the major third interval more “in tune.”

It was especially popular from the 16th century to the 18th century. Handel, among others, used this scale.

Werckmeister/

Kirnberger

These scales combine Mean Tone and Pythagorean in different ways. With these scales, modulation changes the

impression and feel of the Songs. They were often used in the era of Bach and Beethoven. They are also often used now

to reproduce the music of that era on harpsichords.

System Menu

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To call up the desired parameter:

Press the [FUNCTION] button several times to select “System” menu, then use the [ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>] buttons to select the desired

parameter.

[>]

[<]

[>]

[<]

[>]

[<]

Description Default setting Setting range

Keyboard Touch

(page 36)

(Setting display) Determines how the sound responds to your playing

strength. This setting does not change the weight of the

keyboard.

Medium Soft 2, Soft 1,

Medium, Hard 1,

Hard 2, Fixed

Fixed Velocity (Pop-up

window)

Determines the velocity with which you play the keys

when Touch (above) is set to “Fixed.”

NOTE

The setting here will not be recorded to a MIDI Song and not

be transmitted as MIDI messages.

64 1 – 127

Duo

(page 32)

(Setting display) Splits the keyboard into two ranges, allowing you to play

duets over the same octave range.

Off On, Off

Split Point

(page 30)

(Setting display) Determines the Split Point (the boundary between the

right-hand and left-hand keyboard areas).

F 2 (Split),

E3 (Duo)

A-1 – C7

Pedal Half Pedal Point

(page 18)

(Pop-up

window)

Here you can specify the point to which you must

depress the right pedal or a pedal connected to the

[AUX PEDAL] jack before the assigned effect begins to

be applied. This setting applies only to the “Sustain

(Continuous)” effect (page 92) that is assigned to the

right or AUX pedal.

0 -2 (effective with

the shallowest

press) – 0 – +4

(effective with the

deepest press)

Soft Pedal

Depth

(Pop-up

window)

Determines how deeply the Soft pedal effect is applied.

This parameter is available only for the pedal to which

“Soft” (page 92) is assigned.

51 – 10

Pitch Bend

Range

(Pop-up

window)

Determines the range of the pitch bend that is produced

via the pedal in semitone steps. This setting is available

only for the pedal to which “Pitch Bend Up” or “Pitch

Bend Down” (page 92) is assigned.

NOTE

For some Voices, the pitch may not be changed according to

the Pitch Bend Range value set here.

2 0 – +12 (pressing

the pedal will

raise/lower the

pitch by 12

semitones

[1 octave])

Aux Polarity

(page 18)

– A pedal connected to the [AUX PEDAL] jack may switch

on and off differently. For example, some pedals turn the

effects on and others turn them off when you press

them. Use this parameter to reverse this mechanism.

Make Make, Break

Aux Assign (Setting display) Assigns a function to the pedal connected to the [AUX

PEDAL] jack.

Sus.Cont.

(Sustain

(Continuous))

Refer to the Pedal

Function List

(page 92).

Aux Area (Setting display) Determines the keyboard area to which the function of

the pedal connected to the [AUX PEDAL] jack is

applied.

All All, Right, Left

Play/Pause (Setting display) Assigns the [PLAY/PAUSE] button’s function to one of

the Left pedal, Center pedal and pedal connected to the

[AUX PEDAL] jack. If a value other than “Off” is selected

here, the corresponding pedal's function assigned in

the “Voice” menu (page 91) is disabled.

Off Off, Left, Center,

AUX

Sound IAC (page 16) – Turns the IAC effect on or off. On On, Off

IAC depth (Pop-up

window)

Determines the depth of the IAC. The higher the value,

the more clearly the low/high sounds at lower volume

levels.

0-3 – +3

Binaural

(page 17)

– Turns the Binaural Sampling function (when

headphones are connected) on or off. When the

function is on and headphones are connected, the

sound from this instrument changes to the sound of

Binaural Sampling or the sound enhanced with the

Stereophonic Optimizer, allowing you to enjoy more

realistic sound.

On On, Off

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MIDI MIDI OUT (Setting display) Determines the MIDI channel on which the MIDI

messages generated via the keyboard performance will

be transmitted from the MIDI [OUT] or [USB TO HOST]

terminal. When Dual/Split/Duo is on, the MIDI channels

are assigned as follows.

• Performance via the R1 Voice = n (setting value)

• Performance via the R2 Voice = n+2

• Performance via the L Voice = n+1

Ch1 Ch1 – Ch16, Off

(not transmitted)

MIDI IN (Setting display) Determines which part of the instrument will be

controlled by each channel data of the MIDI messages

coming from the MIDI [IN] and [USB TO HOST] terminal.

• Song: Song part is controlled by the MIDI messages.

• Keyboard: The entire keyboard is controlled

regardless of the Dual/Split/Duo setting.

• R1: The keyboard performance via the R1 Voice is

controlled.

• R2: The keyboard performance via the R2 Voice is

controlled.

• L: The keyboard performance via the L Voice is

controlled.

• Off: No part is controlled.

“Song” for each of

all MIDI channels

For each MIDI

channel:

•Song

•Keyboard

•R1

•R2

•L

•Off

Local Control – “Local Control On” is a state in which this instrument

produces the sound from its tone generator when you

play the keyboard. In “Local Control Off” state, the

keyboard and the tone generator are cut off from each

other. This means that even if you play the keyboard,

this instrument will produce no sound. Instead, the

keyboard data can be transmitted via MIDI to a

connected MIDI device or computer, which can

produce the sound. The “Local Control Off” setting is

useful when you wish to play only an external sound

source while playing the keys on this instrument.

On On, Off

Receive Param. (Setting display) Determines which types of MIDI messages can be

received or recognized by this instrument.

MIDI message types:

Note on/off, Control Change, Program Change, Pitch

Bend, System Exclusive

On (for all the

MIDI messages)

On, Off (for each

MIDI message)

Transmit Param. (Setting display) Determines which types of MIDI messages can be

transmitted from this instrument.

MIDI message types:

Note on/off, Control Change, Program Change, Pitch

Bend, SystemRealTime, System Exclusive

On (for all the

messages)

On, Off (for each

message)

Initial Setup Cancel Transmits the current panel settings such as Voice

selection to a connected MIDI device or computer.

Before you start recording your performance to a

connected MIDI device or computer, execute this

operation to record the current panel settings at the

beginning of your performance data. It causes that the

same panel settings are called up when the recorded

performance is played back.

Operation:

Move the highlight to “Execute,” then press the [>]

button to transmit the panel settings as MIDI messages.

––

Execute

Backup Backup Setting – For instructions about these functions, refer to pages

105 – 106.

––

Backup –

Restore –

Factory Reset –

To call up the desired parameter:

Press the [FUNCTION] button several times to select “System” menu, then use the [ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>] buttons to select the desired

parameter.

[>]

[<]

[>]

[<]

[>]

[<]

Description Default setting Setting range

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Utility USB Format

(page 74)

Cancel This lets you format or initialize the USB flash drive

connected to the [ ] (USB TO DEVICE) terminal.

NOTICE

Executing the Format operation will delete all data saved in

the USB flash drive. Save important data to a computer or

another storage device.

NOTE

When connecting the USB flash drive to the

[] (USB TO

DEVICE)

terminal, a message prompting you to execute the

Format operation may appear. If such a case occurs, execute

the Format operation.

Operation

Move the highlight to “Execute,” then press the [>]

button to start the Format operation. After Formatting is

completed, a message appears then the instrument

returns to the Utility display after a while.

NOTICE

Never turn off the power or disconnect the USB flash drive

while “Executing” is shown in the display.

––

Execute

USB Properties – Shows the amount of free space and entire memory in

the USB flash drive connected to the [ ] (USB TO

DEVICE) terminal.

––

USB Autoload – When this is set to “On,” the Song saved in the root

directory can be selected (shown on the display)

automatically as soon as the USB flash drive is

connected to the [ ] (USB TO DEVICE) terminal.

Off On, Off

Speaker (Setting display) Lets you switch the speaker on/off.

• Normal

The speaker will sound only if headphones are not

connected.

• On

The speaker will always sound.

• Off

The speaker will not sound.

Normal Normal, On, Off

Contrast (Pop-up

window)

Adjusts the contrast of the display. 0 -5 – +5

To call up the desired parameter:

Press the [FUNCTION] button several times to select “System” menu, then use the [ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>] buttons to select the desired

parameter.

[>]

[<]

[>]

[<]

[>]

[<]

Description Default setting Setting range

Amount of

free space

Amount of

entire memory

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Utility Auto Power Off

(page 15)

(Setting display) Lets you set the amount of time that elapses before the

power is turned off by Auto Power Off function.

To disable Auto Power Off, select “Off.”

30 (minutes) Off, 5, 10, 15, 30,

60, 120 (minutes)

Audio Loop

Back

(page 85)

– Determines whether audio input from the connected

computer or smart device is output to a computer or a

smart device or not.

Off On, Off

Audio EQ

(page 85)

– The optimum (or Equalizer) setting is provided for audio

playback. When not using this EQ, set this parameter to

“Off.”

Off On, Off

Version – Displays the model name and the firmware version of

this instrument.

––

Language System Determines the type of characters shown on the display

for the System (general indication other than Song

name) and Song (Song name) individually.

Character list

International Japanese,

International

Song

To call up the desired parameter:

Press the [FUNCTION] button several times to select “System” menu, then use the [ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>] buttons to select the desired

parameter.

[>]

[<]

[>]

[<]

[>]

[<]

Description Default setting Setting range

Japanese

International

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The following menu is shown only when you connect the USB wireless LAN adaptor to the [ ] (USB

TO DEVICE) terminal on this instrument.

Menus marked with * differ in the Wireless LAN Mode parameters between the two modes: “Infrastructure” and “Accesspoint.” The default setting for the Wireless

LAN Mode is “Infrastructure.”

To call up the desired parameter:

Press the [FUNCTION] button several times to select “System” menu, then use the [ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>] buttons to select the desired

parameter.

[>]

[<]

[>]

[<]

[>]

[<]

[>]

[<]

[>]

[<]

Description

Default

setting

Setting range

Utility Wireless LAN*

(In the

“Infrastructure”

mode)

Select

Network

(Networks) Connects to an access point by

selecting the network.

––

Other SSID Sets the SSID. – Up to 32 characters (half

size), alphanumeric

characters, marks

Security Sets the Security. None None, WEP,

WPA2-PSK (AES),

WPA/WPA2 mixed PSK

Password Sets the Password. – Up to 64 characters (half

size), alphanumeric

characters, marks

Connect Connects using the settings in

“Other” display.

––

Detail DHCP Sets the wireless LAN detailed

settings. IP Address, Subnet

Mask, Gateway, DNS Server1,

DNS Server2 can be set when

DHCP is set to Off while cannot be

set when DHCP set to On. Use the

[<]/[>] buttons to select each

octet in the entry display, then

enter the value using the [

]/[ ]

buttons. To finalize the setting,

press the [FUNCTION] button.

On On/Off

IP Address 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0-255.255.255.255

Subnet Mask 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0-255.255.255.255

Gateway 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0-255.255.255.255

DNS Server1 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0-255.255.255.255

DNS Server2 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0-255.255.255.255

Save Saves the settings in the “Detail”

display. Move the highlight to

“Save,” then press the [>] button

to execute the Saving.

––

Wireless LAN

Option*

Wireless LAN

Mode

Infrastructure Mode Determines whether the access

point is used for wireless LAN

connection (Infrastructure Mode)

or not (Accesspoint Mode).

Infrastructure

Mode

–

Accesspoint Mode

Initialize Cancel Initializes the settings in the

“Wirelss LAN” display. Move the

highlight to “Execute,” then press

the [>] button to execute the

initialization.

Cancel –

Execute

Detail Host Name Sets the Host name. [P515]-[xxxxxx

(MAC address

lower 6 figure)]

Up to 57 characters (half

size) including

alphanumeric

characters, the

“_” (underscore) and

“-” (hyphen) character.

Mac Address Displays the MAC address of the

USB wireless LAN adaptor.

––

Status Displays the error code of network

function.

––

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To call up the desired parameter:

Press the [FUNCTION] button several times to select “System” menu, then use the [ ]/[ ]/[<]/[>] buttons to select the desired

parameter.

[>]

[<]

[>]

[<]

[>]

[<]

Description Default setting Setting range

Utility Wireless LAN* (In the

“Accesspoint” mode)

SSID Sets the SSID as an access

point.

ap-[P-515]-[xxxxxx (MAC

address lower 6 figure)]

Up to 32 characters (half size),

alphanumeric characters, marks

Security Sets the Security as an

access point.

WPA2-PSK (AES) None, WEP, WPA2-PSK (AES),

WPA/WPA2 mixed PSK

Password Sets the Password as an

access point.

00000000 Up to 64 characters (half size),

alphanumeric characters, marks

Channel Sets the channel as an

access point.

11 Differs depending on the USB

wireless LAN adaptor models.

• Models for United States and

Canada: 1 – 11

• Others: 1 – 13

When no USB wireless LAN

adaptor is connected, setting

range is channels 1 – 13.

DHCP Server Sets the IP address related

settings.

On On, Off

IP Address 192.168.0.1 192. 168. 0-255. 1-254.

Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 255.255.0.0, 255.255.128.0,

255.255.192.0, 255.255.224.0,

255.255.240.0, 255.255.248.0,

255.255.252.0, 255.255.254.0,

255.255.255.0

Save Saves the settings you set in

the “Wirelss LAN” display (in

the “Accesspoint” mode)

––

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This lets you set whether some settings of the Backup

Setting (below) are maintained or not when the power

is turned off. The Backup Setting consists of two

groups, “Voice” (including Voice related settings such

as Voice selection) and “Other” (including various

settings such as Song Repeat and Tuning), which can

be set individually.

* For information on whether Bluetooth functionality

is included with the instrument or not, refer to

page 8.

1. Press the [FUNCTION] button several times

to select “System” menu.

2. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “Backup,”

use the [>] button to call up the next display,

then press the [

] button to select “Backup

Setting.”

3. Use the [>] then the [ ] button to select

“Voice,” then use the [>] button to select “On”

or “Off.”

Each “Voice” contains the following settings:

• Voice selection for R1, R2 and L

• All the parameters other than Transpose in the

“Voice” menu

4. Press the [ ] button to select “Other,” then

use the [>] button to select “On” or “Off.”

The “Other” contains the following settings:

• In the “Song” menu: Song Repeat, Song-Keyboard,

Audio Volume, Quick Play, Play Track

• In the “Metronome/Rhythm” menu: Volume, BPM,

Bell On/Off, Bass, Intro, Ending

• In the “System” menu: Tuning, Keyboard (except

“Duo”), Pedal, Sound, MIDI

•Sound Boost, Master EQ

5. Press the [EXIT] button to exit from the

“System” menu display.

This lets you save data on internal memory to the

connected USB flash drive as a backup file (named “p-

515.bup”). This backup file can be loaded to the

instrument via the Restore function (page 106) for

future.

NOTICE

• It may take 1 – 2 minutes to complete this operation. Never turn

off the power during this operation (while “Executing” is shown).

Doing so could result in damage to the data.

• If the same backup file (p-515.bup) is already saved in the USB

flash drive, this operation will overwrite or replace this file with

new one.

1. Connect the USB flash drive to the [ ]

(USB TO DEVICE) terminal.

2. Press the [FUNCTION] button several times

to select “System” menu.

3. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “Backup,”

use the [>] button to call up the next display,

then use the [

]/[ ] buttons to select

“Backup.”

4. Use the [>] button to call up the next display,

then press the [

] button to select “Execute.”

5. Press the [>] button to execute the Backup

operation.

6. Press the [EXIT] button to exit from the

“System” menu display.

NOTE

When you want to restore the settings in the backup file, execute

the Restore function (page 106).

NOTE

Protected Songs cannot be backed up.

 Backup Setting

(Selecting parameters maintained even when the

power is turned off)

Data and settings maintained even when the

power is turned off

• User MIDI Song (saved in this instrument’s

“User” memory)

• Bluetooth* (“System” menu)

• Utility (“System” menu)

•Backup Setting (explained here)

 Backup

(Saving the Backup file for internal data)

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This lets you load the backup file (p-515.bup) saved

via the Backup function (page 105) to the instrument

on.

NOTICE

• It may take 1 – 2 minutes to complete this operation. Never turn

off the power during this operation (while “Executing” is shown).

Doing so could result in damage to the data.

• If Protected Songs or recorded Songs reside on “User” memory,

make sure to move the Songs to the USB flash drive by following

the instructions page 69 before executing this operation. If you

do not, the Songs will be deleted via this operation.

1. Connect the USB flash drive containing the

Backup file to the [ ] (USB TO DEVICE)

terminal.

2. Press the [FUNCTION] button several times

to select “System” menu.

3. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “Backup,”

use the [>] button to call up the next display,

then use the [

]/[ ] buttons to select

“Restore.”

4. Use the [>] button to call up the next display,

then press the [

] button select “Execute.”

5. Press the [>] button to execute the Restore

operation.

A message indicating that the operation is

completed appears, then the instrument will restart

after a while.

This lets you reset this instrument to its factory

default settings which refers to the initial setting

preprogrammed when shipped from the factory, and

is called up when you first turn on the power to this

instrument.

Note that the following points.

• This operation resets the Backup Setting (page 105) to the

default setting.

• This operation will not delete the Songs saved in the User

folder.

• This operation will not delete the Bluetooth* pairing

information (page 82).

* For information on whether Bluetooth functionality is included

with the instrument or not, refer to page 8.

NOTICE

Never turn off the power during this operation (w hile “Factory reset

executing” is shown). Doing so could result in damage to the data.

1. Press the [FUNCTION] button several times

to select “System” menu.

2. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “Backup,”

use the [>] button to call up the next display,

then use the [

]/[ ] buttons to select

“Factory Reset.”

3. Use the [>] button to call up the next display,

then press the [

] button to select “Execute.”

4. Press the [>] button to execute the Restore

operation.

A message indicating that the operation is

completed appears, then the instrument will restart

after a while.

 Alternate method for restoring the default

settings

Press and hold down the white key on the right end

(C7) and press the [] (Standby/On) switch to turn

on the power to this instrument. This operation will

not delete the Songs in the User folder.

 Restore

(Restarting the instrument with the Backup file

loaded)

 Factory Reset

(Restarting the instrument with the initial

factory settings loaded)

[] Standby/On switch

C7 (Highest key)

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Appendix

Preset Voice List

Voice

Group

Voice Name

Stereo

Sampling

Touch

Sense

Key-off

Sampling

VRM

Voice

Demo

Voice description

Piano CFX Grand Yamaha’s CFX concert grand piano sound with a wide dynamic range for maximum

expressive control. Suitable for playing in any music genre and style.

Binaural

CFX Grand



—

 Yamaha’s CFX concert grand piano sound sampled by Binaural Sampling, the method

optimized for headphone use. Listening this through headphones gives the impression of

being immersed in the sound, as if it was actually emanating from the piano. This Voice is

selected automatically when headphones are connected.

Bösendorfer 



(1)

The famed sound of the Vienna-made Bösendorfer Imperial concert grand piano. Its spacious

sound evokes the size of the instrument, and is ideal for expressing tenderness in

compositions.

Studio Grand The sound of Yamaha’s C7 grand piano, which is often used in recording studios. Its bright

and clear sound is good for popular styles.

Bright Grand 

— Bright piano sound. Good for clear expression and “cutting through” other instruments in an

ensemble.

Ballad Grand 

—

Grand piano sound with a soft and warm tone. Good for playing ballads.

Warm Grand 

—



—

Warm and soft piano sound. Good for relaxing music.

Pop Grand 

—

A slightly brighter piano sound. Good for popular styles.

Jazz Grand 

—



—

A piano sound with unique tonal character. Good for jazz styles.

Rock Grand 

—

A bright-sounding piano. Ideal for rock styles.

HonkyTonk Pf 

—



—

A honky-tonk style piano. Enjoy a tonal character that is quite different than a grand piano.

E.Piano Stage E.Piano

—



—

 The sound of an electric piano using hammer-struck metallic “tines.” Soft tone when played

lightly, and an aggressive tone when played hard.

DX E.Piano

—



——

 An electronic piano sound produced by an FM synthesizer. The tone will change as you vary

your playing touch. Ideal for popular music.

Vintage EP

—



—

 A different type of electric piano sound than Stage E.piano. Widely used in rock and popular

music.

Soft EP

—



——

An electric piano with a characteristic panning effect. Good for playing quiet ballads.

Phaser EP

—



——

A distinctive phaser effect makes this ideal for fusion styles.

DX Bright

—



———

A variation of electronic piano sound produced by an FM synthesizer. Its bright and sparkling

sound character spice up the music.

Tremolo Vintage

—



——

Includes tremolo ideal for Vintage EP. Frequently used in rock music.

Organ Jazz Organ Slow

————

 The sound of a “tonewheel” type electric organ. Sampled with Rotary SP effect, its rotation

speed is slow. Often heard in jazz and rock idioms.

Jazz Organ Fast

—————

A same type of electric organ sound as Jazz Organ Slow. This was sampled with the fast

rotation speed of the rotary speaker effect. Switch Voices between Jazz Organ Slow and Jazz

Organ Fast to add variations to your performance.

Rock Organ

————

 Bright and sharp electric organ sound. Optimum for rock music.

Jazz Organ

—

————

The sound of a “tonewheel” type electric organ. Often heard in jazz and rock idioms. When

connecting the separately sold pedal unit, LP-1, you can switch “fast” and “slow” of the

Rotary Speaker (Rotary Speed) using the left pedal.

Organ Principal 

———



(2)

This Voice features the combination of pipes (8'+4'+2') of a principal (brass instrument)

organ. It is suitable for Baroque church music.

Organ Tutti 

———

 This Voice features a full coupler of a pipe organ, famous for the sound used in Toccata and

Fugue by Bach.

CLV./VIB. Harpsichord 8' 

—



—



(3)

The sound of the instrument frequently used in baroque music. Variations in playing touch

will not affect the volume, and a characteristic sound will be heard when you release the key.

Harpsi.8'+4' 

—



——

A harpsichord with an added upper octave. Produces a more brilliant sound.

E.Clavichord

— 

—

 This is the voice of a keyboard that produces sound by striking strings and using magnetic

pickups. This ‘funky’ sound is popular in soul and rhythm and blues music. Because of its

unique mechanism, the instrument produces a peculiar sound when you release the keys.

Vibraphone 

——

 A Vibraphone sound, sampled in stereo. Its spacious and clear sound is ideal for popular

music.

Strings Strings 

——

 Stereo-sampled, large-scale strings ensemble with realistic reverb. Try combining this Voice

with piano in the Dual mode.

Slow Strings 

———

The sound of a string ensemble, with a slow attack. Suitable for use in Dual mode with piano

or electric piano.

Choir

— 

——

 A big, spacious choir Voice. Perfect for creating rich harmonies in slow pieces.

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VRM

Simulated string resonance sound with physical modeling when the damper pedal is pressed or keys are pressed.

Key-off Sampling

Samples of the very delicate noises that are produced when keys are released.

Voice Demo List

The Voice Demos with () listed above are short rearranged excerpts of the original compositions. All other Demo Songs are Yamaha original (© Yamaha Corporation).

Strings Slow Choir — 

———

The sound of a choir with a slow attack. Suitable for use in Dual mode with piano or electric

piano.

Dark Pad

— 

——

 Warm and spacious synth sound. Ideal for sustained parts in the background of an ensemble,

or for use in Dual mode with piano or electric piano.

Lite Pad

—



———

Bright and spacious synth sound. Ideal for sustained parts in the background of an ensemble,

or for use in Dual mode with piano or electric piano.

Bell Pad 

———

Synth sound with a crisp, bell-like sound. Ideal for layering in Dual mode with a piano or

electric piano sound, but also produces a bright, gorgeous sound on its own.

Others Acoustic Bass

—



——

 The sound of a finger-plucked acoustic bass. Frequently used in jazz and Latin music.

Electric Bass

—



——

 The sound of an electric bass. Frequently used in jazz, rock, and popular music.

Bass & Cymbal

—



———

The sound of a cymbal layerd with acoustic bass. Effective when used for jazz walking-bass

lines.

Fretless Bass

—



——

 The sound of a fretless bass. Suitable for styles such as jazz and fusion.

Nylon Guitar 

——

 Stereo-sampled, nylon-string guitar with natural reality. Suitable for any style of musics.

Steel Guitar

—



———

A bright steel-string guitar sound. Ideal for popular music.

XG XG

—



——

 For details on XG Voices, refer to the “XG Voice list” in the Data List on the website (page 9).

Voice Group Voice Name Title Composer



(1)

Piano Bösendorfer Mädchens Wunsch (6 Chants polonaise S.480 R.145) F. Liszt / F. F. Chopin



(2)

Organ Organ Principal Herr Christ, der ein'ge Gottes-Sohn, BWV 601 J. S. Bach



(3)

CLV./VIB. Harpsichord 8' Concerto a cembalo obbligato, 2 violini, viola e continuo No.7, BWV 1058 J. S. Bach

Voice

Group

Voice Name

Stereo

Sampling

Touch

Sense

Key-off

Sampling

VRM

Voice

Demo

Voice description

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Song List

50 Classics

* Regarding the “Duets” Songs, the right-hand part is for the right hand of

the first player, the left-hand part is for the left hand of the first player, and

Extra part is for the both hands of the second player.

Rhythm List

No. Song Title Composer

Arrangements

1 Canon D dur J. Pachelbel

2 Air On the G String J. S. Bach

3 Jesus, Joy of Man's Desiring J. S. Bach

4 Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star Traditional

5 Piano Sonate op.31-2 "Tempest" 3rd mov. L. v. Beethoven

6 Ode to Joy L. v. Beethoven

7 Wiegenlied op.98-2 F. P. Schubert

8 Grande Valse Brillante F. F. Chopin

9 Polonaise op.53 “Héroïque” F. F. Chopin

10 La Campanella F. Liszt

11 Salut d'amour op.12 E. Elgar

12 From the New World A. Dvořák

13 Sicilienne G. U. Fauré

14 Clair de lune C. A. Debussy

15 Jupiter (The Planets) G. Holst

Duets*

16 Menuett (Eine kleine Nachtmusik K.525) W. A. Mozart

17 Menuett G dur L. v. Beethoven

18 Marcia alla Turca L. v. Beethoven

19 Piano Concerto No.1 op.11 2nd mov. F. F. Chopin

20 The Nutcracker Medley P. I. Tchaikovsky

Original Compositions

21 Prelude (Wohltemperierte Klavier I No.1) J. S. Bach

22 Menuett G dur BWV Anh.114 J. S. Bach

23 Piano Sonate No.15 K.545 1st mov. W. A. Mozart

24 Turkish March W. A. Mozart

25 Piano Sonate op.13 "Pathétique" 2nd mov. L. v. Beethoven

26 Für Elise L. v. Beethoven

27 Piano Sonate op.27-2 "Mondschein" 1st mov. L. v. Beethoven

28 Impromptu op.90-2 F. P. Schubert

29 Frühlingslied op.62-6 J. L. F.

Mendelssohn

30 Fantaisie-Impromptu F. F. Chopin

31 Etude op.10-3 "Chanson de l'adieu" F. F. Chopin

32 Etude op.10-12 “Revolutionary” F. F. Chopin

33 Valse op.64-1 “Petit chien” F. F. Chopin

34 Nocturne op.9-2 F. F. Chopin

35 Nocturne KK4a-16/BI 49 [Posth.] F. F. Chopin

36 Träumerei R. Schumann

37 Barcarolle P. I. Tchaikovsky

38 La prière d’une Vierge T. Badarzewska

39 Liebesträume No.3 F. Liszt

40 Blumenlied G. Lange

41 Humoresque A. Dvořák

42 Arietta E. H. Grieg

43 Tango (España) I. Albéniz

44 The Entertainer S. Joplin

45 Maple Leaf Rag S. Joplin

46 La Fille aux Cheveux de Lin C. A. Debussy

47 Arabesque No.1 C. A. Debussy

48 Cakewalk C. A. Debussy

49 Je te veux E. Satie

50 Gymnopédies No.1 E. Satie

Category No. Name

Pop&Rock 1 8Beat1

28Beat2

38Beat3

416Beat1

516Beat2

6Shuffle1

7Shuffle2

8Shuffle3

9Shuffle4

10 8BeatBallad1

11 8BeatBallad2

12 16BeatBallad

13 6-8Ballad1

14 6-8Ballad2

15 PopWaltz

16 Funk

17 Disco

18 Twist

19 Dance

20 ChillOut

Jazz 21 FastJazz1

22 FastJazz2

23 FastJazz3

24 SlowJazz1

25 SlowJazz2

26 SlowJazz3

27 JazzWaltz

28 Five-Four

World 29 Country

30 Gospel

31 Samba

32 BossaNova

33 Rumba

34 Salsa

35 AfroCuban

36 Reggae

Kids&Holiday 37 KidsPop

38 6-8March

39 ChristmasSwing

40 Christmas3-4

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Message List

Some message display remains open. In this case, press the [EXIT] button to close message display.

Message Meaning

Access error The operation has failed. The following causes can be considered. If the following are not responsible, the

file may be damaged.

• The file operation is wrong. Follow the instructions in “Handling Song Files” (page 66) or “Backup”/

“Restore” (pages 105 – 106).

• The connected USB flash drive is not compatible with this instrument. For information on compatible USB

flash drive, see page 74.

• The protected Song on which you attempted the operation is defective.

Bluetooth pairing... The instrument is standing by for Bluetooth pairing. Refer to the instructions on page 81.

Cannot be executed The operation has failed. The following causes can be considered. Solve the causes, and try again.

• The file operation you attempted cannot be executed to Preset Songs or an Audio Song. For information

on the limitation of handling Song files, see page 66.

Change to Current Tempo This message indicates that you are applying the current tempo to the selected Song.

Change to Current Voice This message indicates that you are changing the Voice of the Song with the current Voice.

Completed This message indicates that the operation is completed. Go on to the next step.

Completed

Restart now

Restore is completed. The instrument is automatically turned on again.

Convert canceled This message appears when the convert operation is canceled.

Convert completed to USB/

USERFILES/

This message appears when the convert operation to the “USER FILES” folder on a USB flash drive is

completed.

Convert to Audio This message appears during the convert operation.

Copy completed to USB/

USERFILES/

This message appears when the copy operation to the “USER FILES” folder on a USB flash drive is

completed.

Copy completed to User This message appears when the copy operation to the “User” on this instrument is completed.

Device busy The operation, such as converting to the Audio Song or Audio Song playback/recording, has failed. This

message appears when you attempt to use a USB flash drive to which recording/deleting operations are

repeated. Execute the Format operation after making sure there is no important data in the USB flash drive

(page 101), and try again.

Device removed This message appears when the USB flash drive is removed from the instrument.

Duplicate name This message indicates that an identically named file already exists. Rename the file (page 71).

Executing The instrument is executing the operation. Wait until the message disappears, then go on to the next step.

Factory reset executing

Memory Song excluded

The default settings (except the Songs in the “User”) have been restored (page 106).

This message also appears if you press and hold down the C7 key and turn on the power to the instrument.

Factory reset completed

Restart

Factory reset is completed. The instrument is then restarted.

Incompatible device This message appears when an incompatible USB flash drive is connected. Use a device whose

compatibility has been confirmed by Yamaha (page 74).

Internal hardware error A malfunction has occurred in the instrument. Contact your nearest Yamaha dealer or authorized distributor.

Last power off invalid

Checking memory

This message appears when the power is turned on after turning off the power while handling a Song file

(page 66) or saving a backup file (page 105). The internal memory is being checked while this message

appears. If the internal settings are damaged, they will be reset to the default settings. If the Songs in the

“User” are damaged, they will be deleted.

Maximum no. of devices

exceeded

The number of devices exceed the limitation. Up to two USB devices can be connected simultaneously. For

details, see page 74.

Memory full Since the capacity and the number of files in the “User”/USB flash drive are full, the operation cannot be

completed. Delete some Songs in the “User”/USB flash drive (page 68) or move Songs to another USB

flash drive (page 69), and try again.

Move completed to USB/

USERFILES/

This message appears when the move operation to the “USER FILES” folder on a USB flash drive is

completed.

Move completed to User This message appears when the move operation to “User” on the instrument is completed.

No device A USB flash drive was not connected to the instrument when you attempted to perform a device-related

operation. Connect the device, and try again.

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No response

from USB device

The instrument cannot communicate with the connected USB device. Redo the connection (page 74). If

you still see this message, the USB device may be damaged.

Notice:

Protected Song

This message appears when you attempt to handle the Protected Song. For information on the limitation of

file operations, see page 66.

Please wait The instrument is processing the data. Wait until the message disappears, then go on to the next step.

Protected device This message appears when you attempt a file operation (page 66), record your performance or save the

data on a read-only USB flash drive. Cancel the read-only setting, if possible, and try again. If you still see

this message, the USB flash drive is internally protected (such as commercially available music data). You

cannot make the file operation or record your performance to such a device.

Protected Song You attempted a file operation to a Protected Song or read-only file. Data of those types have handling

limitations (page 66), and also cannot be used for editing (page 62). Use a read-only file after cancelling

the read-only setting.

Remaining space

on drive is low

Since the remaining space on the “User”/USB flash drive is low, delete any unnecessary files (page 68)

before recording.

Same file name exists This message appears to prompt you to confirm if overwriting or not when executing a Copy/Move/

MIDI to Audio operation.

Song error This message appears, if a problem is found with the Song data when you select a Song or while the Song

is playing. In this case, reselect the Song, and try again to play back. If the message still appears, the Song

data may have been damaged.

Song too large The size of Song data (MIDI/Audio) exceeds the limitation. The following causes can be considered.

• The Song size you attempt to play back exceeds the limitation. The limitation for playback is approx.

500KB (MIDI), 80 minutes (Audio).

• The Song size exceeds the limitation during recording. The limitation for recording is approx. 500KB

(MIDI), 80 minutes (Audio). The recording will end automatically and the recorded data before the end is

saved.

• The Song size exceeds the limitation during converting a MIDI Song to an Audio Song. The limitation is 80

minutes (Audio).

System limit This message appears when the number of files exceeds the system limit. The maximum number of files

and folders which can be saved in a folder is 250. Try again after deleting/moving the unnecessary file(s).

This data format is not

supported

This message appears when you attempted to load a Song of unsupported format to this instrument. Refer

to the page 8 about supported Song formats.

Unformatted device This message appears when you attempt to use an unformatted USB flash drive. Format it (page 101), and

try again.

Unsupported device This message appears when an unsupported USB flash drive is connected. Use a device whose

compatibility has been confirmed by Yamaha (page 74).

USB device

overcurrent error

Communication with the USB device has been cut off because of an abnormal power surge to the device.

Disconnect the USB device from the [ ] (USB TO DEVICE) terminal and turn the [] (Standby/On)

switch of the instrument standby and on again.

USB hub

hierarchical error

The USB hub is connected in two layers. USB hub use is limited to one layer.

USB power consumption

exceeded

bus-powered USB hub is usually recommended. When this message appears, however, use a self-powered

USB hub (with its own power source) and turn the power to on, or use a device whose compatibility

has been

confirmed by Yamaha (page 74).

Wrong device The file operation cannot be made to the connected USB flash drive. The following causes can be

considered.

• The USB flash drive is not formatted. Format it (page 101), and try again.

• The number of files exceeds the system limit. The maximum number of files and folders which can be

saved in a folder is 250. Try again after deleting/moving the unnecessary file(s).

Wrong name The Song name is not appropriate. This message appears during the “Renaming files” (page 71) operation

because of the following causes. Rename the Song correctly.

• No character has been input.

• You used a period or space at the beginning/ending of a Song name.

Message Meaning

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Troubleshooting

When a message is displayed, refer to the “Message List” (page 110) for troubleshooting aid.

Problem Possible Cause and Solution

The instrument does not turn

on.

The instrument has not been plugged in properly. Securely connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN jack on the

instrument and to the AC outlet (page 14).

A click or pop is heard when

the power is turned on or off.

This is normal when electrical current is being applied to the instrument.

The power is automatically

turned off.

This is normal and due to the Auto Power Off function. If necessary, set the parameter of the Auto Power Off

function (page 15).

The message “USB device

overcurrent error” is shown

and the USB device does not

respond.

Communication with the USB device has been shut down because of the overcurrent to the USB device.

Disconnect the device from the [ ] (USB TO DEVICE) terminal, then turn on the power of the instrument.

Noise is heard from the

speakers or headphones.

The noise may be due to interference caused by the use of a mobile phone in close proximity to the instrument.

Turn off the mobile phone, or use it further away from the instrument.

Noise is heard from the

instrument’s speakers or

headphones when using the

instrument with your smart

device, such as an iPhone/

iPad.

When you use the instrument along with your smart device, we recommend that you set that device’s “Airplane

Mode” to “ON” and then the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth setting to “ON” on your smart device in order to avoid noise caused

by communication.

The overall volume is low, or

no sound is heard.

The Master Volume is set too low; set it to an appropriate level using the [MASTER VOLUME] slider (page 16).

The volume level for the keyboard performance is set too low. Adjust the volume balance to increase the

keyboard volume via the “Song” menu display: “Volume”  “Song - Keyboard” (page 52).

Headphones are connected when the Speaker setting is “Normal” (page 101). Disconnect the headphone plug.

The Speaker setting is “Off.” Set the Speaker to “Normal” or “On” via the “System” menu display: “Utility” 

“Speaker” (page 101).

Local Control is “Off.” Set Local Control “On” via the “System” menu display: “MIDI”  “Local Control”

(page 100).

The speakers do not switch

off when a pair of

headphones is connected to

the [PHONES] jack.

The Speaker setting is “On.” Set the speaker setting to “Normal” via the “System” menu display: “Utility” 

“Speaker” (page 101).

Pedals do not function. The pedal cord may not be securely connected to the [PEDAL UNIT] jack. Be sure to insert the pedal cord all the

way until the metal part of the cord plug disappears from view.

The on/off setting of the pedal

connected to the AUX PEDAL

jack is reversed.

Some types of pedals may turn on and off in opposite fashion. Set to the appropriate parameter via the “System”

menu display: “Pedal”  “Aux Polarity” (page 99).

The keyboard volume is

lower than the Song playback

volume.

The volume level for the keyboard performance is set too low. Adjust the volume balance to increase the

keyboard volume via the “Song” menu display: “Volume”  “Song - Keyboard” (page 52).

The buttons do not respond. While you are using a function, some buttons not used for the function are disabled. If the Song is playing, stop

playback. Otherwise, press the [EXIT] button to return to the Voice or Song display, Then, perform the desired

operation.

Higher or lower notes do not

sound correctly when the

transpose or octave setting is

made.

This instrument can cover the range of C -2 – G8 when you set the transposition or octave. If notes lower than C

-2 are played, the sound is moved one octave higher. If notes higher than G8 are played, the sound is moved

one octave lower.

Performance in Dual/Split/

Duo mode is not recorded, or

part data is lost

unexpectedly.

Switching to Dual/Split/Duo mode in the middle of the Song is not recorded. Also, the recording part for the Voice

2 (Dual mode) or the left Voice (Split/Duo mode) is automatically assigned (page 57). If the assigned part

already has data, the data will be overwritten and deleted when you record.

Depending on the selected

Voice, the keyboard sound in

Duo mode may be output

from only one speaker.

This is because the default pan setting differs depending on the Voice.

Change the settings from the “Voice” menu  “Voice Edit”  “Voice name”  “Pan” (page 90).

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*For information on whether Bluetooth functionality is included or not, refer to page 8.

The Song title is not correct. The “Language” setting may be different than that is selected when you named the Song. Also, if the Song was

recorded on another instrument, the title might be displayed incorrectly. Set the “Language” parameter

(page 102) via the “System” menu display: “Utility”  “Language”  “Song” to change the setting. However, if

the Song was recorded on another instrument, changing the “Language” parameter setting may not resolve the

problem.

Menu display cannot be

called up.

When Song is being played back, menu display other than “Voice” menu and “Song” menu will not appear. Stop

the Song by pressing the [PLAY/PAUSE] button. Also, in the recording ready mode, only “Recording” menu

display will appear.

Rhythm does not start. “SyncStart” setting is on. Set “SyncStart” off in the “Metronome/Rhythm” menu display.

The contents of the Wireless

LAN is not shown in the

display even though the USB

wireless LAN adaptor is

connected.

Disconnect the USB wireless LAN adaptor and connect it again.

The Bluetooth-equipped

smart device cannot be

paired with nor connected to

the instrument.

Check the Bluetooth function of the smart device is activated. To connect the smart device and the instrument

via Bluetooth, both devices need to be functional.

The smart device and the instrument need to be paired to connect each other via Bluetooth (page 8).

In case there is a device (microwave oven, wireless LAN device, etc.) that outputs signals in the 2.4 GHz

frequency band nearby, move this instrument away from the device that is emitting radio-frequency signals.

Sound input via the [AUX IN]

jack or Bluetooth is

interrupted.

The Noise Gate function of this instrument cuts unwanted noise from the input sound. However, this may result in

wanted sounds also being cut, such as the soft decay sound of a piano. This is normal and not a sign of

malfunction.

Problem Possible Cause and Solution

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Specifications

Items P-515

Product Name

DIGITAL PIANO

Size/Weight

Dimensions (W x D x H) 1336 mm x 376 mm x 145 mm (52-5/8" x 14-13/16" x 5-11/16")

Weight 22.0 kg (48 lb, 8 oz)

Control Interface

Keyboard Number of Keys 88

Type NWX (Natural Wood X) keyboard: wooden keys (white only), synthetic ebony

and ivory keytops, escapement

Touch Response Hard2/Hard1/Medium/Soft1/Soft2/Fixed

Pedal Number of pedals 3 (When using the pedal unit, LP-1)

Assignable Functions Sustain (Switch), Sustain (Continuous), Sostenuto, Soft, Pitch Bend Up,

Pitch Bend Down, Rotary Speed, Vibe Rotor, Song Play/Pause

Display Type Full Dots LCD

Size 128 x 64 dots

Language English, Japanese

Panel Language English

Voices

Tone Generation Piano Sound Yamaha CFX, Bösendorfer Imperial

Binaural Sampling Yes (CFX Grand Voice only)

Piano Effects VRM Yes

Key-off Samples Yes

Smooth Release Yes

Polyphony (max.) 256

Preset Number of Voices 40 Voices + 18 Drum/SFX Kits + 480 XG Voices

Compatibility XG (GM), GS (for Song playback), GM2 (for Song playback)

Effects

Types Reverb 6 types

Chorus 3 types

Effect 12 types

Intelligent Acoustic

Control (IAC)

Yes

Stereophonic Optimizer Yes

Functions Dual Yes

Split Yes

Duo Yes

Master EQ 3 Preset + 1 User

Soundboost 3 types

Songs (MIDI)

Preset Number of Preset Songs 21 Voice Demo Songs + 50 Classics

Recording Number of Songs 250

Number of Tracks 16

Data Capacity Approx. 500 KB/Song

Playback Data Capacity Approx. 500 KB/Song

Format Playback SMF (Format 0, Format 1)

Recording SMF (Format 0)

Songs (Audio)

Recording Time (max.) 80 minutes/Song

Format Playback WAV (44.1 kHz, 16 bit, Stereo)

Recording WAV (44.1 kHz, 16 bit, Stereo)

Functions

Rhythms Preset 40

Overall Controls Metronome Yes

Tempo Range 5 – 500

Transpose -12 – 0 – +12

Tuning 414.8 – 440.0 – 466.8 Hz (approx. 0.2 Hz increments)

Scale Type 7 types

USB audio interface 44.1 kHz, 16 bit, Stereo

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* 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

Bluetooth

* This function may not

be included

depending on the

country in which you

purchased the

product. Refer to

page 81 for details.

Bluetooth version 4.1

Supported profile A2DP

Compatible codec SBC

Wireless output Bluetooth class 2

Maximum communication

distance

Approx. 10 m

Range of transmit

frequency

2,402 – 2,480 MHz

Maximum RF output

power

4 dBm

Miscellaneous Piano Room Yes

Storage and

Connectivity

Storage Internal Memory Total maximum size approx. 1.4 MB

External Device USB flash drive

Connectivity DC IN 16 V

Headphones Standard stereo phone jack (x 2)

MIDI IN, OUT

AUX IN Stereo mini jack

AUX OUT L/L+R, R

AUX PEDAL Yes

PEDAL UNIT Yes

USB TO DEVICE Yes

USB TO HOST Yes

Sound System

Amplifiers (15 W + 5 W) x 2

Speakers (Oval (12 cm x 6 cm) + 2.5 cm (dome)) x 2

Acoustic Optimizer Yes

Power Supply

AC Adaptor PA-300C or an equivalent recommended by Yamaha

Power Consumption 15 W (When using PA-300C AC adaptor)

Auto Power Off Yes

Included Accessories

• Owner’s Manual

• Warranty*

• Online Member Product Registration

• Power cord*, AC adaptor PA-300C or an equivalent recommended by

Yam aha*

• Footswitch FC4A

•Music Rest

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

dealer.

Separately Sold Accessories

(May not be available depending on your area.)

• Keyboard Stand L-515

• Pedal Unit LP-1

• Foot Pedal FC3A

• Footswitch FC5

• Headphones HPH-150/HPH-100/HPH-50

• AC adaptor PA-300C or an equivalent recommended by Yamaha

• USB Wireless LAN Adaptor UD-WL01

• Wireless MIDI Adaptor UD-BT01/MD-BT01

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Index

Numerics

50 Classics .......................................................................109

AB Repeat ..........................................................................50

AC adaptor ........................................................................14

Accesspoint Mode ............................................................79

Aliquot ...............................................................................27

Aliquot Resonance (Aliquot Res.) .................................26

App .....................................................................................84

Audio EQ ...........................................................................85

Audio Loop Back ..............................................................85

Audio Recording ..............................................................54

Audio Song ........................................................................44

Auto Power Off ................................................................15

Aux Assign ........................................................................18

Backup .............................................................................105

Backup Setting ................................................................105

Bass .....................................................................................43

Binaural Sampling ............................................................17

Bluetooth .......................................................................8, 81

Body Resonance (Body Res.) ..........................................26

Brightness ..........................................................................26

Chorus ...............................................................................28

Chorus Type List ..............................................................92

Computer ................................................................... 75, 81

Computer-related Operations ..........................................9

Connection ........................................................................72

Contrast ...........................................................................101

Convert ..............................................................................70

Copy ...................................................................................68

Damper pedal ...................................................................19

Damper Resonance ..........................................................18

Damper Resonance (Damper Res.) ...............................26

Delete .................................................................................68

Demo .................................................................................24

Detailed Settings ...............................................................88

Display ...............................................................................20

Dual ............................................................................. 29, 31

Duo .....................................................................................32

Edit (Song) ........................................................................94

Edit (Voice) .......................................................................90

Effect ..................................................................................28

Effect Depth ......................................................................90

Effect Type List .................................................................92

Ending ...............................................................................43

EQ (Equalizer) ..................................................................38

Factory Reset ...................................................................106

Fast forward ......................................................................47

File Operation ...................................................................66

Footswitch .........................................................................18

Format .................................................................................8

Format (USB flash drive) ..............................................101

Half Pedal Point ...............................................................27

Half-pedal .........................................................................18

Headphones ......................................................................16

IAC .....................................................................................16

Infrastructure Mode ............................................... 76, 103

Intelligent Acoustic Control (IAC) ...............................16

Intro ...................................................................................43

Key Off Sample .................................................................26

Lid Position .......................................................................26

Manual Setup ....................................................................78

Master EQ ...................................................................38, 87

Master EQ type list ..........................................................38

Master Tune ................................................................26, 35

MASTER VOLUME ........................................................16

Message List ....................................................................110

Metronome .......................................................................41

Metronome/Rhythm Menu ............................................96

MIDI ......................................................................... 80, 100

MIDI Recording ...............................................................54

MIDI Reference ..................................................................9

MIDI Song ........................................................................44

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MIDI to Audio ..................................................................70

Move ..................................................................................69

Network .............................................................................76

Octave ................................................................................90

Pairing ................................................................................82

Panel Lock .................................................................. 40, 87

Part .....................................................................................48

Pedal ...................................................................... 18, 53, 99

Pedal Function List ..........................................................92

Pedal Unit ..........................................................................19

Piano Room ......................................................................25

Pitch ............................................................................ 26, 35

Playback (Rhythm) ..........................................................43

Playback (Song) ................................................................45

Power .................................................................................14

Power cord ........................................................................14

Preset Voice List .............................................................107

Random .............................................................................51

Recording ..........................................................................54

Recording Menu ...............................................................97

Rename ..............................................................................71

Repeat ................................................................................49

Restore .............................................................................106

Reverb ......................................................................... 26, 28

Reverb Type List ...............................................................92

Rewind ...............................................................................47

Rhythm ..............................................................................43

Rhythm List .....................................................................109

Scale Tune .........................................................................98

Scale Tune List ..................................................................98

Smart Device .............................................................. 75, 81

Smart Device Connection Manual ..................................9

Smart Pianist .....................................................................84

Soft pedal ...........................................................................19

Song ............................................................................. 44, 66

Song List ..........................................................................109

Song Menu ........................................................................93

Song Repeat .......................................................................51

Sostenuto pedal ................................................................19

SOUND BOOST ....................................................... 37, 87

Sound Boost type list .......................................................37

Split ..............................................................................30, 31

Split Point ..........................................................................30

Stage setup .........................................................................86

Stereophonic Optimizer ..................................................17

String Resonance (String Res.) .......................................26

System Menu ....................................................................98

Tempo ................................................................................41

Tempo (Song) .............................................................47, 64

Time signature ..................................................................42

Touch ...........................................................................26, 36

Touch Sensitivity list .......................................................36

Track ............................................................................48, 57

Transpose (Keyboard) ...............................................34, 89

Transpose (Song) .......................................................53, 93

Troubleshooting .............................................................112

Tuning .........................................................................35, 98

USB Audio Interface ........................................................85

USB Autoload .................................................................101

USB flash drive .................................................................74

User ....................................................................................45

Utility ...............................................................................101

Voice ............................................................................22, 64

Voice Menu .......................................................................89

Volume ..............................................................................90

Volume (Metronome) .....................................................96

Volume Balance ...............................................................52

VRM .............................................................................26, 27

Wireless LAN .......................................................... 76, 103

WPS ...................................................................................77

XG Voice ...........................................................................23

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Information for users on collection and disposal of old equipment:

This symbol on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical

and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste.

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

points, in accordance with your national legislation.

By disposing of these products 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, 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:

This symbol is 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.

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For CANADA

For U.S.A. and CANADA

This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following

two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference,

including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.

L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2)

l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en

compromettre le fonctionnement.

This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled envir

onment and meets

the FCC r

adio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules.

This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that are deemed to comply without testing of specific absorption

rate (SAR).

Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux rayonnements énoncées pour un environnement non

contrôlé et respecte les règles les radioélectriques (RF) de la FCC lignes directrices d’exposition et d’exposition aux

fréquences radioélectriques (RF) CNR-102 de l’IC. Cet équipement émet une énergie RF très faible qui est

considérée conforme sans évaluation du débit d’absorption spécifique (DAS).

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