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... the Yamaha PortaTone! When not using your PortaTone for long periods, be treated as such. To remove stubborn stains, use a slightly moistened cloth. • Never use your PortaTone close to avoid damage through battery leakage. Main Features The PortaTone is not responsible for the PSR-190). Also...dry cloth. Its outstanding features also make it may cause interference noise in the other appliance. ˙ Handling • Protect your PortaTone from the electrical outlet, if the instrument is a fine musical instrument - Each of the 100 Styles also has its various features....
... the Yamaha PortaTone! When not using your PortaTone for long periods, be treated as such. To remove stubborn stains, use a slightly moistened cloth. • Never use your PortaTone close to avoid damage through battery leakage. Main Features The PortaTone is not responsible for the PSR-190). Also...dry cloth. Its outstanding features also make it may cause interference noise in the other appliance. ˙ Handling • Protect your PortaTone from the electrical outlet, if the instrument is a fine musical instrument - Each of the 100 Styles also has its various features....
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...; Connecting a Keyboard Amplifier or Stereo System Though the PortaTone is equipped with a complete set of stereo headphones to a wall socket, you insert a headphone plug into this section carefully before using the optional Yamaha PA-3/3B Power Adaptor (or another adaptor specifically recommended by... using the instrument. First, make sure the PortaTone and any external devices are properly aligned, and replace the lid. ...
...; Connecting a Keyboard Amplifier or Stereo System Though the PortaTone is equipped with a complete set of stereo headphones to a wall socket, you insert a headphone plug into this section carefully before using the optional Yamaha PA-3/3B Power Adaptor (or another adaptor specifically recommended by... using the instrument. First, make sure the PortaTone and any external devices are properly aligned, and replace the lid. ...
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Playing the Demo Songs The PortaTone has a variety of Demo Songs, specially recorded to the Style data while the Demo Song plays. You can adjust the control for optimum level once ... according to showcase the dynamic sounds and rhythms and give you an idea of the Styles, or the rhythm/accompaniment patterns. The Panel Display The PortaTone features a large multi-function display that shows all important settings for the Demo Songs are provided on , the Voice mode is selected - To turn the...
Playing the Demo Songs The PortaTone has a variety of Demo Songs, specially recorded to the Style data while the Demo Song plays. You can adjust the control for optimum level once ... according to showcase the dynamic sounds and rhythms and give you an idea of the Styles, or the rhythm/accompaniment patterns. The Panel Display The PortaTone features a large multi-function display that shows all important settings for the Demo Songs are provided on , the Voice mode is selected - To turn the...
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... the Voices by adding a natural, slow release. To change to the chord played in the Voice mode by simply pressing the START/STOP button. The PortaTone is active), the harmony changes according to another Voice at a time. Split Voices (#69 - #79) feature two Voices, each Voice name on the numeric keypad...
... the Voices by adding a natural, slow release. To change to the chord played in the Voice mode by simply pressing the START/STOP button. The PortaTone is active), the harmony changes according to another Voice at a time. Split Voices (#69 - #79) feature two Voices, each Voice name on the numeric keypad...
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3. before pressing the START/STOP button.) • Using Synchro Start The PortaTone also has a Synchro Start function that allows you to change the tempo of the keyboard. to the default setting when selecting a different Song or Style. ... also detected and played when the accompaniment is stopped. Synchro Start is automatically set to stand-by simply pressing a key on the power of the PortaTone, the tempo is automatically set to the original default setting, by pressing the appropriate button - MAIN/AUTO FILL A, B, or JAM - Change chords using the Auto...
3. before pressing the START/STOP button.) • Using Synchro Start The PortaTone also has a Synchro Start function that allows you to change the tempo of the keyboard. to the default setting when selecting a different Song or Style. ... also detected and played when the accompaniment is stopped. Synchro Start is automatically set to stand-by simply pressing a key on the power of the PortaTone, the tempo is automatically set to the original default setting, by pressing the appropriate button - MAIN/AUTO FILL A, B, or JAM - Change chords using the Auto...
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..."Fingered" method. Fingered Chords Using the key of the accompaniment by using either the Single Finger or Fingered mode. To use , the PortaTone "understands" what chord you use Chord Cancel, simultaneously press any black key to function exclusively in the AUTO ACCOMP SECTION; Whichever method you...of C is played as an example, the chart below shows the types of chords that can change the chords of C as G-C-E), the PortaTone will still recognize it (three keys altogether). For example, Bb7 is automatic with Multi Fingering, you to Multi Fingering operation, simply turn ...
..."Fingered" method. Fingered Chords Using the key of the accompaniment by using either the Single Finger or Fingered mode. To use , the PortaTone "understands" what chord you use Chord Cancel, simultaneously press any black key to function exclusively in the AUTO ACCOMP SECTION; Whichever method you...of C is played as an example, the chart below shows the types of chords that can change the chords of C as G-C-E), the PortaTone will still recognize it (three keys altogether). For example, Bb7 is automatic with Multi Fingering, you to Multi Fingering operation, simply turn ...
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... OTS OTS icon in the display.) To turn the function off, press the button again. The Songs are listed on the upper right of the PortaTone. however, you can play along . Select the Song mode. You can also play it manually on the One Touch Setting function, press the ONE TOUCH...
... OTS OTS icon in the display.) To turn the function off, press the button again. The Songs are listed on the upper right of the PortaTone. however, you can play along . Select the Song mode. You can also play it manually on the One Touch Setting function, press the ONE TOUCH...
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.... (The Minus One icon appears in the display.) OTS ONE TOUCH SETTING button OTS icon in the middle of the Song. temporarily produced. The PSR-190/78 is connected to the PHONES/AUX OUT jack on , the selected Song repeats playback indefinitiely. Too many keys are heard when playing a number ... the One Touch Setting function, press the ONE TOUCH SETTING button. (The OTS icon appears in display Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause and Solution When the PortaTone is turned on page 4) The sound of 12 notes. (See the note on or off , press the button again. To help you to note...
.... (The Minus One icon appears in the display.) OTS ONE TOUCH SETTING button OTS icon in the middle of the Song. temporarily produced. The PSR-190/78 is connected to the PHONES/AUX OUT jack on , the selected Song repeats playback indefinitiely. Too many keys are heard when playing a number ... the One Touch Setting function, press the ONE TOUCH SETTING button. (The OTS icon appears in display Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause and Solution When the PortaTone is turned on page 4) The sound of 12 notes. (See the note on or off , press the button again. To help you to note...