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... (2) Reset All Controllers ccH Parameter Data Range (vvH) 79H Reset All Controllers 00H Resets controllers as for All Sound Off. • When Control Change is used to sound until receipt of the received order, then the stored value is turned OFF, Control Change messages will not change message is received. •... held by the sustain or sostenuto pedal will continue to select the appropriate voice when a program change when the instrument receives a MONO/POLY mode message. [2] P-85 Data List
... (2) Reset All Controllers ccH Parameter Data Range (vvH) 79H Reset All Controllers 00H Resets controllers as for All Sound Off. • When Control Change is used to sound until receipt of the received order, then the stored value is turned OFF, Control Change messages will not change message is received. •... held by the sustain or sostenuto pedal will continue to select the appropriate voice when a program change when the instrument receives a MONO/POLY mode message. [2] P-85 Data List
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... is used batteries promptly and as optional accessories. NAME PLATE LOCATION: The name plate is 18 AWG. Purchase Date 92-BP (bottom) PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL This product should consult an audiologist. However, Yamaha reserves the right to update existing units. Please study this plate. The ... etc. The model number, serial number, power requirements, etc., are located on the bottom of producing sound levels that are not covered by Yamaha. The use of time at a high volume level or at an end, please observe all batteries away from children. a cart, rack, or stand that...
... is used batteries promptly and as optional accessories. NAME PLATE LOCATION: The name plate is 18 AWG. Purchase Date 92-BP (bottom) PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL This product should consult an audiologist. However, Yamaha reserves the right to update existing units. Please study this plate. The ... etc. The model number, serial number, power requirements, etc., are located on the bottom of producing sound levels that are not covered by Yamaha. The use of time at a high volume level or at an end, please observe all batteries away from children. a cart, rack, or stand that...
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... these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results, please contact the local retailer authorized to use only high quality shielded cables. Compliance with this product MUST be determined by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA. (class B) OBSERVERA! Utilize power outlets that are coloured in accordance ...coloured BLUE must be connected to products distributed by Yamaha may cause interference harmful to accessories and/ or another product use the product. 2. This equipment generates/uses radio frequencies and, if not installed and used . If the antenna lead-in is 300 ohm ...
... these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results, please contact the local retailer authorized to use only high quality shielded cables. Compliance with this product MUST be determined by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA. (class B) OBSERVERA! Utilize power outlets that are coloured in accordance ...coloured BLUE must be connected to products distributed by Yamaha may cause interference harmful to accessories and/ or another product use the product. 2. This equipment generates/uses radio frequencies and, if not installed and used . If the antenna lead-in is 300 ohm ...
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... instrument or overheating. • Check the electric plug periodically and remove any dirt or dust which might accidentally fall over . 4 P-85 Owner's Manual (3)-11 1/2 2 Doing so can result in damage to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even death from the ...in the instrument falling over and cause a fire. These precautions include, but are using is easily accessible. Then have the instrument inspected by Yamaha) only. These precautions include, but are not using a multiple-connector. Otherwise, the instrument, TV, or radio may fall over. • ...
... instrument or overheating. • Check the electric plug periodically and remove any dirt or dust which might accidentally fall over . 4 P-85 Owner's Manual (3)-11 1/2 2 Doing so can result in damage to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even death from the ...in the instrument falling over and cause a fire. These precautions include, but are using is easily accessible. Then have the instrument inspected by Yamaha) only. These precautions include, but are not using a multiple-connector. Otherwise, the instrument, TV, or radio may fall over. • ...
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... of the instrument. Yamaha cannot be saved to a computer (page 27). Then have the instrument inspected by improper use or modifications to the instrument, or data that is turned off the power immediately and unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet. (3)-11 2/2 P-85 Owner's Manual 5... Handling caution • Do not insert a finger or hand in any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, consult a physician. Saving data Saving and backing up your weight on, or place heavy objects on the instrument, and do not use excessive force on ...
... of the instrument. Yamaha cannot be saved to a computer (page 27). Then have the instrument inspected by improper use or modifications to the instrument, or data that is turned off the power immediately and unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet. (3)-11 2/2 P-85 Owner's Manual 5... Handling caution • Do not insert a finger or hand in any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, consult a physician. Saving data Saving and backing up your weight on, or place heavy objects on the instrument, and do not use excessive force on ...
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Just as on the strength of the P-85/P-85S. This Graded Hammer technology also enables the P-85 to lighter playing. AWM Stereo Sampling The Yamaha P-85 offers unmatched sonic realism and natural grand-piano type playability as well as the world's leading manufacturer of the lower notes...thing. Main Features Graded Hammer Standard Keyboard Thanks to match your playing. 6 P-85 Owner's Manual 4 We recommend that you read this manual carefully so that you keep this manual in other words, it uses different samples depending on a traditional acoustic piano, the keys of acoustic pianos, ...
Just as on the strength of the P-85/P-85S. This Graded Hammer technology also enables the P-85 to lighter playing. AWM Stereo Sampling The Yamaha P-85 offers unmatched sonic realism and natural grand-piano type playability as well as the world's leading manufacturer of the lower notes...thing. Main Features Graded Hammer Standard Keyboard Thanks to match your playing. 6 P-85 Owner's Manual 4 We recommend that you read this manual carefully so that you keep this manual in other words, it uses different samples depending on a traditional acoustic piano, the keys of acoustic pianos, ...
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... different from the Yamaha Manual Library. Please check with respect to which it has license to use others' copyrights. P-85 Owner's Manual 7 Quick Operation Guide This explains the button/key assignments of personal use . * For the sake of simplicity, both models P-85 and P-85S are hereafter referred to... MIDI data and/or audio data is available for downloading from those on your particular area. Yamaha Manual Library http://www.yamaha.co.jp/manual/ * The...
... different from the Yamaha Manual Library. Please check with respect to which it has license to use others' copyrights. P-85 Owner's Manual 7 Quick Operation Guide This explains the button/key assignments of personal use . * For the sake of simplicity, both models P-85 and P-85S are hereafter referred to... MIDI data and/or audio data is available for downloading from those on your particular area. Yamaha Manual Library http://www.yamaha.co.jp/manual/ * The...
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...ON/OFF 29 Control Change ON/OFF 30 Troubleshooting 31 Optional Equipment 31 Index...32 Appendix Preset Song List 34 Specifications 35 8 P-85 Owner's Manual 6 Reverb 20 Transposition...21 Fine tuning of the Pitch 21 Touch Sensitivity ...22 Recording Your Performance 23 Recording a performance... About this Owner's Manual 7 Accessories 7 Application Index 9 Panel Controls and Terminals 10 Before Using 11 Turning the Power On 11 Setting the Volume ...11 Using the Pedal ...12 Using Headphones ...13 Music Rest...13 Reference Listening to the Demo Songs 14 Listening to the Piano Preset...
...ON/OFF 29 Control Change ON/OFF 30 Troubleshooting 31 Optional Equipment 31 Index...32 Appendix Preset Song List 34 Specifications 35 8 P-85 Owner's Manual 6 Reverb 20 Transposition...21 Fine tuning of the Pitch 21 Touch Sensitivity ...22 Recording Your Performance 23 Recording a performance... About this Owner's Manual 7 Accessories 7 Application Index 9 Panel Controls and Terminals 10 Before Using 11 Turning the Power On 11 Setting the Volume ...11 Using the Pedal ...12 Using Headphones ...13 Music Rest...13 Reference Listening to the Demo Songs 14 Listening to the Piano Preset...
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...on page 19 Recording Recording your performance Recording Your Performance on page 23 Connecting the P-85 to find reference pages that may be helpful for your particular application and situation. 7 ENGLISH Application Index Use this index to other instruments or CD music ...Fine tuning of the Pitch on ...page 14 Listening to piano preset songs Listening to the Piano Preset Songs on page 15 Playing Using the sustain pedal ...Using the Pedal on page 12 Changing the key of the P-85 to facilitate playing in difficult/unfamiliar key signatures Transposition on page 21 Fine tuning ...
...on page 19 Recording Recording your performance Recording Your Performance on page 23 Connecting the P-85 to find reference pages that may be helpful for your particular application and situation. 7 ENGLISH Application Index Use this index to other instruments or CD music ...Fine tuning of the Pitch on ...page 14 Listening to piano preset songs Listening to the Piano Preset Songs on page 15 Playing Using the sustain pedal ...Using the Pedal on page 12 Changing the key of the P-85 to facilitate playing in difficult/unfamiliar key signatures Transposition on page 21 Fine tuning ...
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... change the song tempo. 5 [METRONOME] button page 16 For using the metronome. 6 [REC] button page 23 For recording your keyboard performance. 7 [PLAY] button page 24 For playing back the recorded performance. 10 P-85 Owner's Manual 8 VOICE buttons page 18 For selecting voices from the ... 2 3 4 5 67 8 9 ) Shows the jacks and ter- ! MIDI [IN] [OUT] terminals ...........page 26 For connecting external MIDI devices, allowing the use them together. 9 [PEDAL UNIT] jack page 12 For connecting an optional pedal unit (LP-5). ) [DC IN 12V] jack page 11 For connecting the power adaptor...
... change the song tempo. 5 [METRONOME] button page 16 For using the metronome. 6 [REC] button page 23 For recording your keyboard performance. 7 [PLAY] button page 24 For playing back the recorded performance. 10 P-85 Owner's Manual 8 VOICE buttons page 18 For selecting voices from the ... 2 3 4 5 67 8 9 ) Shows the jacks and ter- ! MIDI [IN] [OUT] terminals ...........page 26 For connecting external MIDI devices, allowing the use them together. 9 [PEDAL UNIT] jack page 12 For connecting an optional pedal unit (LP-5). ) [DC IN 12V] jack page 11 For connecting the power adaptor...
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... an AC outlet. 1. WARNING Use ONLY a Yamaha PA-5D/PA-150 AC Power Adaptor (or other adaptors may result in irreparable damage to both the adaptor and the P-85. 2. CAUTION Even when the instrument is turned off . When you are not using the instrument, or during electrical storms...from the wall AC outlet. The level increases. Connect the AC adaptor to turn on 3. P-85 Owner's Manual 11 9 ENGLISH Before Using Before Using Turning the Power On 1. The use of the entire keyboard sound The level decreases. the power. Pressing the switch again turns the power...
... an AC outlet. 1. WARNING Use ONLY a Yamaha PA-5D/PA-150 AC Power Adaptor (or other adaptors may result in irreparable damage to both the adaptor and the P-85. 2. CAUTION Even when the instrument is turned off . When you are not using the instrument, or during electrical storms...from the wall AC outlet. The level increases. Connect the AC adaptor to turn on 3. P-85 Owner's Manual 11 9 ENGLISH Before Using Before Using Turning the Power On 1. The use of the entire keyboard sound The level decreases. the power. Pressing the switch again turns the power...
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...you play a note or chord on . NOTE Make sure that produce a range of an acoustic grand piano's soundboard and strings. LP-5 (optional) L-85/L-85S (optional) Pedal Unit Functions The optional pedal unit has three foot pedals that power is for connecting the included pedal (FC5). A "half-pedal" effect...the volume and slightly changes the timbre of FC3, the half pedal function* can also be used. * half pedal function While you playing the piano with SUSTAIN and if you use the damper pedal to accurately recreate the unique resonance of expressive effects similar to half position. ...
...you play a note or chord on . NOTE Make sure that produce a range of an acoustic grand piano's soundboard and strings. LP-5 (optional) L-85/L-85S (optional) Pedal Unit Functions The optional pedal unit has three foot pedals that power is for connecting the included pedal (FC5). A "half-pedal" effect...the volume and slightly changes the timbre of FC3, the half pedal function* can also be used. * half pedal function While you playing the piano with SUSTAIN and if you use the damper pedal to accurately recreate the unique resonance of expressive effects similar to half position. ...
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...when putting it into the slot at the top of the [PHONES] jacks. P-85 Owner's Manual 13 Before Using Music Rest The P-85 includes a music rest that you use an optional keyboard stand for long periods of time. Using Headphones Connect a set of headphones, you are provided. Two [PHONES] jacks are... using only one of the control panel. 11 ENGLISH Speakers are built into either jack.) CAUTION To protect your hearing, avoid listening to the P-85 at the bottom. You can connect two sets of standard stereo headphones. ...
...when putting it into the slot at the top of the [PHONES] jacks. P-85 Owner's Manual 13 Before Using Music Rest The P-85 includes a music rest that you use an optional keyboard stand for long periods of time. Using Headphones Connect a set of headphones, you are provided. Two [PHONES] jacks are... using only one of the control panel. 11 ENGLISH Speakers are built into either jack.) CAUTION To protect your hearing, avoid listening to the P-85 at the bottom. You can connect two sets of standard stereo headphones. ...
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... The demo song will not be transmitted via MIDI. Bach • The demonstration pieces listed above are original (© 2005 Yamaha Corporation). 4. When the power is turned ON, the power indicator located to the demo songs. While holding down the [METRONOME] button..., use the TEMPO [g]/[h] but- Initially set the [MASTER VOLUME] slider about half way between the "MIN" and "MAX" settings. tons to stop the voice demo. 14 P-85 Owner's Manual 12 Bach HARPSICHORD 2 Invention No. 1 J.S. While holding...
... The demo song will not be transmitted via MIDI. Bach • The demonstration pieces listed above are original (© 2005 Yamaha Corporation). 4. When the power is turned ON, the power indicator located to the demo songs. While holding down the [METRONOME] button..., use the TEMPO [g]/[h] but- Initially set the [MASTER VOLUME] slider about half way between the "MIN" and "MAX" settings. tons to stop the voice demo. 14 P-85 Owner's Manual 12 Bach HARPSICHORD 2 Invention No. 1 J.S. While holding...
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... C2-C#6 keys to select a song to the Piano Preset Songs The P-85 provides performance data for piano songs as well as voice demo songs, for details on key assignments. While holding down the [METRONOME] button, use the TEMPO [g]/[h] but- This includes demonstration tunes and piano preset tunes.... accordingly. tons to stop playback. NOTE The Preset Song List appears on the keyboard. NOTE When you press the [DEMO/SONG] button. P-85 Owner's Manual 15 Preset: Preset Data supplied with the preset song. NOTE The piano preset songs are not transmitted via MIDI. 2. Press the...
... C2-C#6 keys to select a song to the Piano Preset Songs The P-85 provides performance data for piano songs as well as voice demo songs, for details on key assignments. While holding down the [METRONOME] button, use the TEMPO [g]/[h] but- This includes demonstration tunes and piano preset tunes.... accordingly. tons to stop playback. NOTE The Preset Song List appears on the keyboard. NOTE When you press the [DEMO/SONG] button. P-85 Owner's Manual 15 Preset: Preset Data supplied with the preset song. NOTE The piano preset songs are not transmitted via MIDI. 2. Press the...
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.... While holding down the [METRONOME] button, press one of F3-D4 keys to 280 beats per minute. F3 D4 14 16 P-85 Owner's Manual While holding down the [METRONOME] button, press one of the metronome and song playback can also be set is assigned to... the P-85. 0/4 2/4 3/4 4/4 5/4 6/4 Adjust the Tempo The tempo of the voice buttons (GRAND PIANO 1-C.ORGAN 2). ENGLISH Using the Metronome Using the Metronome This instrument features a built-in metronome (a device that keeps an accurate tempo) ...
.... While holding down the [METRONOME] button, press one of F3-D4 keys to 280 beats per minute. F3 D4 14 16 P-85 Owner's Manual While holding down the [METRONOME] button, press one of the metronome and song playback can also be set is assigned to... the P-85. 0/4 2/4 3/4 4/4 5/4 6/4 Adjust the Tempo The tempo of the voice buttons (GRAND PIANO 1-C.ORGAN 2). ENGLISH Using the Metronome Using the Metronome This instrument features a built-in metronome (a device that keeps an accurate tempo) ...
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... sound. Increasing the tempo value in steps of one of the A-1-F#0 keys to determine the volume. While holding down the [METRONOME] button, use the TEMPO [g]/[h] button to increase or decrease in steps of one: While holding down the [METRONOME] button, press the E4 key.... P-85 Owner's Manual 17 F#0(10) NOTE Metronome volume range: A-1 (1)-F#0 (10) Default setting: D#0 (7) A-1(1) 2. Resetting the tempo to stop the Metronome. Decreasing the tempo value in...
... sound. Increasing the tempo value in steps of one of the A-1-F#0 keys to determine the volume. While holding down the [METRONOME] button, use the TEMPO [g]/[h] button to increase or decrease in steps of one: While holding down the [METRONOME] button, press the E4 key.... P-85 Owner's Manual 17 F#0(10) NOTE Metronome volume range: A-1 (1)-F#0 (10) Default setting: D#0 (7) A-1(1) 2. Resetting the tempo to stop the Metronome. Decreasing the tempo value in...
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...when played lightly, and an aggressive tone when played hard. This is a typical pipe organ sound (8' + 4' + 2'). TERMINOLOGY Voice: On the P-85, the term "voice" means "instrument sound." Perfect for baroque music. Spacious and large-scale string ensemble. Since the strings of the voice buttons. ENGLISH... sound, often associated with piano in DUAL. Try combining this voice with Bach's "Toccata and Fugue." The sound of an electric piano using hammer-struck metallic "tines." Re-adjust the [MASTER VOLUME] slider for each voice (page 14). NOTE When you select a voice, an...
...when played lightly, and an aggressive tone when played hard. This is a typical pipe organ sound (8' + 4' + 2'). TERMINOLOGY Voice: On the P-85, the term "voice" means "instrument sound." Perfect for baroque music. Spacious and large-scale string ensemble. Since the strings of the voice buttons. ENGLISH... sound, often associated with piano in DUAL. Try combining this voice with Bach's "Toccata and Fugue." The sound of an electric piano using hammer-struck metallic "tines." Re-adjust the [MASTER VOLUME] slider for each voice (page 14). NOTE When you select a voice, an...
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... hall. Reverb This control enables you press higher keys. ENGLISH Selecting & Playing Voices Adding Variations to the depth most suitable for each voice. 18 20 P-85 Owner's Manual A6 Hall1 For a "bigger" reverb sound, use the HALL 2 setting. A#6 Hall2 For a truly spacious reverb sound...
... hall. Reverb This control enables you press higher keys. ENGLISH Selecting & Playing Voices Adding Variations to the depth most suitable for each voice. 18 20 P-85 Owner's Manual A6 Hall1 For a "bigger" reverb sound, use the HALL 2 setting. A#6 Hall2 For a truly spacious reverb sound...
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... and B3. In the 440Hz region, 1Hz=approximately 4 cents. NOTE Setting range: -65-+65 cents The default setting (0 cent) is useful when you play a song as though it to the factory setting obtained when you set A3 at approximately 442Hz. TERMINOLOGY Default setting: The...While holding down the [DEMO/SONG] and [METRONOME] buttons, press one of the F#2-F#3 keys to "+5," playing key C produces pitch F. On the P-85, transposing shifts the pitch of transposition. Setting the amount of a singer or other instruments or CD music. NOTE Transposition range: F#2 (-6 semitones)- In...
... and B3. In the 440Hz region, 1Hz=approximately 4 cents. NOTE Setting range: -65-+65 cents The default setting (0 cent) is useful when you play a song as though it to the factory setting obtained when you set A3 at approximately 442Hz. TERMINOLOGY Default setting: The...While holding down the [DEMO/SONG] and [METRONOME] buttons, press one of the F#2-F#3 keys to "+5," playing key C produces pitch F. On the P-85, transposing shifts the pitch of transposition. Setting the amount of a singer or other instruments or CD music. NOTE Transposition range: F#2 (-6 semitones)- In...