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..., you experience any power supply or adapter other uses are recommended. Purchase Date 92-BP (bottom) PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL 2 P-70 Owner's Manual WARNING: Do not place this product become damaged beyond repair, or for some reason its useful life is intended for ...secured BEFORE using. Model Serial No. If your dealer before damage occurs. Warning: Do not attempt to update existing units. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES: Yamaha strives to be installed correctly. SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION This product utilizes batteries or an external power supply (adapter). a cart, rack, or ...
..., you experience any power supply or adapter other uses are recommended. Purchase Date 92-BP (bottom) PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL 2 P-70 Owner's Manual WARNING: Do not place this product become damaged beyond repair, or for some reason its useful life is intended for ...secured BEFORE using. Model Serial No. If your dealer before damage occurs. Warning: Do not attempt to update existing units. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES: Yamaha strives to be installed correctly. SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION This product utilizes batteries or an external power supply (adapter). a cart, rack, or ...
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... may be serviced by Yamaha are designed for the supply voltage in the area where they are unable to the graphic found in locations that are recommended. Some of time. PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL 92-469-2 P-70 Owner's Manual 3 WARNING- The required supply voltage is 18 AWG... activity. 11. a cart, rack, or stand that accompany the accessory product. 10. If a cart, rack, or stand is recommended by Yamaha. 5. Temperature considerations: Electronic products should be left unused for supply voltage verification and (if applicable) instructions. Please make sure that do...
... may be serviced by Yamaha are designed for the supply voltage in the area where they are unable to the graphic found in locations that are recommended. Some of time. PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL 92-469-2 P-70 Owner's Manual 3 WARNING- The required supply voltage is 18 AWG... activity. 11. a cart, rack, or stand that accompany the accessory product. 10. If a cart, rack, or stand is recommended by Yamaha. 5. Temperature considerations: Electronic products should be left unused for supply voltage verification and (if applicable) instructions. Please make sure that do...
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... or smoke should appear to be malfunctioning, discontinue use immediately and have the instrument inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel. Otherwise, the instrument, TV, or radio may generate noise. • Do not place the ... instrument. • Use the specified adaptor (PA-5D or an equivalent recommended by qualified Yamaha service personnel. If some trouble or malfunction occurs, immediately turn off the power switch and disconnect the plug from ... quality, or possibly cause overheating in the instrument falling over. 4 P-70 Owner's Manual (3)-9 1/2
... or smoke should appear to be malfunctioning, discontinue use immediately and have the instrument inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel. Otherwise, the instrument, TV, or radio may generate noise. • Do not place the ... instrument. • Use the specified adaptor (PA-5D or an equivalent recommended by qualified Yamaha service personnel. If some trouble or malfunction occurs, immediately turn off the power switch and disconnect the plug from ... quality, or possibly cause overheating in the instrument falling over. 4 P-70 Owner's Manual (3)-9 1/2
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...you unplug the AC power adaptor from the AC outlet. Even when the instrument turns the power off the power for all components. ENGLISH (3)-9 2/2 P-70 Owner's Manual 5 PRECAUTIONS Connections • Before connecting the instrument to the instrument at the minimum level. Do not use a soft, dry cloth.... Handling caution • Do not insert a finger or hand in the ears, consult a physician. Yamaha cannot be sure to set all components at a high or uncomfortable volume level, since this might discolor the panel or keyboard. • Do not ...
...you unplug the AC power adaptor from the AC outlet. Even when the instrument turns the power off the power for all components. ENGLISH (3)-9 2/2 P-70 Owner's Manual 5 PRECAUTIONS Connections • Before connecting the instrument to the instrument at the minimum level. Do not use a soft, dry cloth.... Handling caution • Do not insert a finger or hand in the ears, consult a physician. Yamaha cannot be sure to set all components at a high or uncomfortable volume level, since this might discolor the panel or keyboard. • Do not ...
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... tone-generation technology for rich, musical voices. AWM Stereo Sampling The Yamaha P-70 electronic piano offers unmatched sonic realism and natural grand-piano type playability as well as on the strength of the P-70/P-70S. in a lightweight instrument. In particular, the Grand Piano 1 and...safe and handy place for future reference. This Graded Hammer technology also enables the P-70 to lighter playing. We also recommend that you for purchasing the Yamaha Electronic Piano P-70/P-70S! The keyboard's sensitivity can fully take advantage of the advanced and convenient functions ...
... tone-generation technology for rich, musical voices. AWM Stereo Sampling The Yamaha P-70 electronic piano offers unmatched sonic realism and natural grand-piano type playability as well as on the strength of the P-70/P-70S. in a lightweight instrument. In particular, the Grand Piano 1 and...safe and handy place for future reference. This Graded Hammer technology also enables the P-70 to lighter playing. We also recommend that you for purchasing the Yamaha Electronic Piano P-70/P-70S! The keyboard's sensitivity can fully take advantage of the advanced and convenient functions ...
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... incorporates and bundles computer programs and contents in this section first. Introduction (page 6): Please read this Owner's Manual are for operating your P-70. • Quick Operation Guide • Yamaha PA-5D Power Adaptor * • Pedal (FC5) • Music Rest * May not be included depending on your instrument. * Copying of the commercially...
... incorporates and bundles computer programs and contents in this section first. Introduction (page 6): Please read this Owner's Manual are for operating your P-70. • Quick Operation Guide • Yamaha PA-5D Power Adaptor * • Pedal (FC5) • Music Rest * May not be included depending on your instrument. * Copying of the commercially...
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... 17 Transposition...18 Fine tuning of Contents Introduction Main Features 6 About this Owner's Manual 7 Accessories 7 Application Index 9 Panel Controls and Terminals 10 Before Using the P-70 11 Turning the Power On 11 Setting the Volume ...11 Using the Pedal ...12 Using Headphones ...12 Music Rest...12 Reference Listening to the Demo... ON/OFF 23 Troubleshooting 24 Optional Equipment 24 Index...25 Appendix Preset Song List 26 MIDI Data Format 27 MIDI Implementation Chart 31 Specifications 32 8 P-70 Owner's Manual
... 17 Transposition...18 Fine tuning of Contents Introduction Main Features 6 About this Owner's Manual 7 Accessories 7 Application Index 9 Panel Controls and Terminals 10 Before Using the P-70 11 Turning the Power On 11 Setting the Volume ...11 Using the Pedal ...12 Using Headphones ...12 Music Rest...12 Reference Listening to the Demo... ON/OFF 23 Troubleshooting 24 Optional Equipment 24 Index...25 Appendix Preset Song List 26 MIDI Data Format 27 MIDI Implementation Chart 31 Specifications 32 8 P-70 Owner's Manual
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...Listening to the Demo Songs on page 13 Playing Using the sustain pedal ...Using the Pedal on page 12 Changing the key of the P-70 to facilitate playing in difficult/unfamiliar key signatures Transposition on page 18 Fine tuning the pitch of voices ...Selecting Voices on page... 16 Connecting the P-70 to find reference pages that may be helpful for your particular application and situation. Reverb on page 17 Combining two voices ...Combining Voices...
...Listening to the Demo Songs on page 13 Playing Using the sustain pedal ...Using the Pedal on page 12 Changing the key of the P-70 to facilitate playing in difficult/unfamiliar key signatures Transposition on page 18 Fine tuning the pitch of voices ...Selecting Voices on page... 16 Connecting the P-70 to find reference pages that may be helpful for your particular application and situation. Reverb on page 17 Combining two voices ...Combining Voices...
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... For turning the power on or off. 2 [MASTER VOLUME] slider page 11 For adjusting the volume level of standard stereo headphones, allowing private practice. 10 P-70 Owner's Manual
... For turning the power on or off. 2 [MASTER VOLUME] slider page 11 For adjusting the volume level of standard stereo headphones, allowing private practice. 10 P-70 Owner's Manual
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...instrument is turned off during electrical storms. (The shape of other adaptor specifically recommended by Yamaha) to the [DC IN 12V] jack. 2. ENGLISH Before Using the P-70 Before Using the P-70 Turning the Power On 1. Plug the AC adaptor into an AC outlet. Press the [STANDBY/ON]..., re-adjust the [MASTER VOLUME] slider to the instrument at the minimum level. The level increases. When you are not using the P-70, or during performance. The level decreases. Connect the PA-5D power adaptor's DC cable to power your instrument from the wall AC outlet....
...instrument is turned off during electrical storms. (The shape of other adaptor specifically recommended by Yamaha) to the [DC IN 12V] jack. 2. ENGLISH Before Using the P-70 Before Using the P-70 Turning the Power On 1. Plug the AC adaptor into an AC outlet. Press the [STANDBY/ON]..., re-adjust the [MASTER VOLUME] slider to the instrument at the minimum level. The level increases. When you are not using the P-70, or during performance. The level decreases. Connect the PA-5D power adaptor's DC cable to power your instrument from the wall AC outlet....
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...the slot at a high volume level for connecting the included pedal (FC5). Two [PHONES] jacks are using only one of the control panel. 12 P-70 Owner's Manual The pedal functions in the same way as a damper pedal on an acoustic piano. Using Headphones Connect a set of headphones, you are ...front panel Standard stereo mini plug CAUTION To protect your hearing, avoid listening to one set of headphones to the P-70 at the top of the [PHONES] jacks. Music Rest The P-70 includes a music rest that power is for long periods of standard stereo headphones. (If you can plug them ...
...the slot at a high volume level for connecting the included pedal (FC5). Two [PHONES] jacks are using only one of the control panel. 12 P-70 Owner's Manual The pedal functions in the same way as a damper pedal on an acoustic piano. Using Headphones Connect a set of headphones, you are ...front panel Standard stereo mini plug CAUTION To protect your hearing, avoid listening to one set of headphones to the P-70 at the top of the [PHONES] jacks. Music Rest The P-70 includes a music rest that power is for long periods of standard stereo headphones. (If you can plug them ...
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... the volume. NOTE The demo songs will play back in sequence until you start . Press the [DEMO/SONG] button to the left of the P-70's voices. 1. The GRAND PIANO 1 demo song will start playing, re-adjust the [MASTER VOLUME] slider to the most comfortable listening level. 3....Title Composer G1 HARPSICHORD 1 Gavotte J.S. ENGLISH Reference Listening to the Demo Songs Listening to the Demo Songs Demo songs are original (© 2005 Yamaha Corporation). 4. When the power is turned ON, the power indicator located to stop the voice demo. Press the [STANDBY/ON] switch to ...
... the volume. NOTE The demo songs will play back in sequence until you start . Press the [DEMO/SONG] button to the left of the P-70's voices. 1. The GRAND PIANO 1 demo song will start playing, re-adjust the [MASTER VOLUME] slider to the most comfortable listening level. 3....Title Composer G1 HARPSICHORD 1 Gavotte J.S. ENGLISH Reference Listening to the Demo Songs Listening to the Demo Songs Demo songs are original (© 2005 Yamaha Corporation). 4. When the power is turned ON, the power indicator located to stop the voice demo. Press the [STANDBY/ON] switch to ...
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... to stop playback. While holding down the [DEMO/SONG] button, press one of the P-70 shipped from the factory. Press the [DEMO/SONG] button to the 50 Piano Preset Songs The P-70 provides performance data for 50 piano songs as well as voice demo songs, for your listening... pleasure. 1. To continue playing other songs, see step 1 above. TERMINOLOGY Song: On the P-70, performance data is selected during chained playback), an appropriate reverb type will be selected accordingly. You can play back. This includes demonstration tunes and ...
... to stop playback. While holding down the [DEMO/SONG] button, press one of the P-70 shipped from the factory. Press the [DEMO/SONG] button to the 50 Piano Preset Songs The P-70 provides performance data for 50 piano songs as well as voice demo songs, for your listening... pleasure. 1. To continue playing other songs, see step 1 above. TERMINOLOGY Song: On the P-70, performance data is selected during chained playback), an appropriate reverb type will be selected accordingly. You can play back. This includes demonstration tunes and ...
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... appropriate reverb type will be selected automatically (page 17). Clear piano with piano in DUAL. Spacious and large-scale string ensemble. TERMINOLOGY Voice: On the P-70, the term "voice" means "instrument sound." Good for baroque music. Since the strings of the C1-A4 keys to the demo songs for the most..., often associated with relatively soft mallets. 2. The definitive instrument for popular music. Re-adjust the [MASTER VOLUME] slider for each voice (page 13). P-70 Owner's Manual 15
... appropriate reverb type will be selected automatically (page 17). Clear piano with piano in DUAL. Spacious and large-scale string ensemble. TERMINOLOGY Voice: On the P-70, the term "voice" means "instrument sound." Good for baroque music. Since the strings of the C1-A4 keys to the demo songs for the most..., often associated with relatively soft mallets. 2. The definitive instrument for popular music. Re-adjust the [MASTER VOLUME] slider for each voice (page 13). P-70 Owner's Manual 15
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... combine similar voices to Voice 1 is shifted up and down an octave. Refer to Voice 2. Selecting & Playing Voices Combining Voices (Dual) You can play . 16 P-70 Owner's Manual ENGLISH C0 C1 A1 The voice assigned to the lower key will be designated as Voice 1, and the voice assigned to the keys...
... combine similar voices to Voice 1 is shifted up and down an octave. Refer to Voice 2. Selecting & Playing Voices Combining Voices (Dual) You can play . 16 P-70 Owner's Manual ENGLISH C0 C1 A1 The voice assigned to the lower key will be designated as Voice 1, and the voice assigned to the keys...
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... holding down the [GRAND PIANO/VOICE] button, press one of reverb effect that add extra depth and expression to the sound to select a reverb type. P-70 Owner's Manual 17 Key Reverb Type C2 Room C#2 Hall1 D2 Hall2 D#2 Stage E2 Off Description This setting adds a continuous reverb effect to the sound, similar...
... holding down the [GRAND PIANO/VOICE] button, press one of reverb effect that add extra depth and expression to the sound to select a reverb type. P-70 Owner's Manual 17 Key Reverb Type C2 Room C#2 Hall1 D2 Hall2 D#2 Stage E2 Off Description This setting adds a continuous reverb effect to the sound, similar...
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... the keyboard to the range of a singer or other instruments or CD music. For example, if you first turn on the power to the P-70. C0 C1 C2 -6 -4 -2 +1 +3 +6 ENGLISH -5 -3 -1 0 +2 +4 +5 To transpose the pitch down (in semitone steps) While holding down the A-1 and A#-1 keys ...entire keyboard. Setting the amount of transposition While holding down the A-1, A#-1 and B-1 simultaneously and press any key between C#3 and F#3. On the P-70, transposing shifts the pitch of times a sound wave vibrates in a second. This function is useful when you can fine tune the pitch...
... the keyboard to the range of a singer or other instruments or CD music. For example, if you first turn on the power to the P-70. C0 C1 C2 -6 -4 -2 +1 +3 +6 ENGLISH -5 -3 -1 0 +2 +4 +5 To transpose the pitch down (in semitone steps) While holding down the A-1 and A#-1 keys ...entire keyboard. Setting the amount of transposition While holding down the A-1, A#-1 and B-1 simultaneously and press any key between C#3 and F#3. On the P-70, transposing shifts the pitch of times a sound wave vibrates in a second. This function is useful when you can fine tune the pitch...
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... four settings are not normally responsive to produce a loud sound. B6 MEDIUM This is the standard piano touch response (default setting). Default setting: B6 ENGLISH P-70 Owner's Manual 19 Key Touch Sensitivity Description A6 FIXED The volume level does not change much when you play the keyboard soft or hard. Setting...
... four settings are not normally responsive to produce a loud sound. B6 MEDIUM This is the standard piano touch response (default setting). Default setting: B6 ENGLISH P-70 Owner's Manual 19 Key Touch Sensitivity Description A6 FIXED The volume level does not change much when you play the keyboard soft or hard. Setting...
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... other electronic components, turn off the power of the various performance and recording capabilities in MIDI applications. The P-70's MIDI Implementation Chart appears on the type of performance data and commands between MIDI devices. About MIDI MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is a... performance data to and from another MIDI device NOTE You cannot transmit the voice demo songs and the 50 piano preset songs from the P-70 to another MIDI device. Using MIDI, you to these connectors. NOTE Since MIDI data that can be transmitted or received varies depending on page...
... other electronic components, turn off the power of the various performance and recording capabilities in MIDI applications. The P-70's MIDI Implementation Chart appears on the type of performance data and commands between MIDI devices. About MIDI MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is a... performance data to and from another MIDI device NOTE You cannot transmit the voice demo songs and the 50 piano preset songs from the P-70 to another MIDI device. Using MIDI, you to these connectors. NOTE Since MIDI data that can be transmitted or received varies depending on page...
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.... You must install a software application on the computer to be played correctly. After making connections, turn off the power to both the P-70 and the computer before connecting any cables. Connecting MIDI Instruments Connecting a Personal Computer By connecting a computer to the MIDI terminals, you can ...transfer data between the P-70 and a computer. MIDI [IN] MIDI [OUT] terminal terminal USB terminal NOTE When the P-70 is used as the UX16, UX96, or UX256) Use a USB interface device to connect the USB...
.... You must install a software application on the computer to be played correctly. After making connections, turn off the power to both the P-70 and the computer before connecting any cables. Connecting MIDI Instruments Connecting a Personal Computer By connecting a computer to the MIDI terminals, you can ...transfer data between the P-70 and a computer. MIDI [IN] MIDI [OUT] terminal terminal USB terminal NOTE When the P-70 is used as the UX16, UX96, or UX256) Use a USB interface device to connect the USB...