SHS-500 Reference Manual
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The Functions Tuning EQ Type Modulation Pitch Bend Range Portamento Portamento Time DSP Type MIDI Select MIDI Channel Local Control Audio Loop Back Battery Type Auto power off EN Reference Manual Contents How to Use Terminals [PHONES] [AUX IN] [LINE OUT] [TO HOST] • Audio data - USB Audio Interface function • MIDI data [MIDI] Troubleshooting Voice List • Drum Kit List Voice Parameters Effect List • DSP Type List MIDI Implementation Chart
The Functions Tuning EQ Type Modulation Pitch Bend Range Portamento Portamento Time DSP Type MIDI Select MIDI Channel Local Control Audio Loop Back Battery Type Auto power off EN Reference Manual Contents How to Use Terminals [PHONES] [AUX IN] [LINE OUT] [TO HOST] • Audio data - USB Audio Interface function • MIDI data [MIDI] Troubleshooting Voice List • Drum Kit List Voice Parameters Effect List • DSP Type List MIDI Implementation Chart
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...as MIDI data, performances-including the sounds, pitches, note starts, duration, etc.-can do, refer to the online PDF manual "MIDI Basics" downloadable from the Yamaha Downloads website: https://download.yamaha.com/ 9 How to Use the Terminals 4 [TO HOST] for using music production software. For smart device connection, ...MIDI data Purchase your favorite song data on page 10. NOTE For basic explanations about what MIDI is needed as shown on the Yamaha website. • Recording the performance of the instrument as MIDI data When recorded as sending/receiving MIDI data and high-quality ...
...as MIDI data, performances-including the sounds, pitches, note starts, duration, etc.-can do, refer to the online PDF manual "MIDI Basics" downloadable from the Yamaha Downloads website: https://download.yamaha.com/ 9 How to Use the Terminals 4 [TO HOST] for using music production software. For smart device connection, ...MIDI data Purchase your favorite song data on page 10. NOTE For basic explanations about what MIDI is needed as shown on the Yamaha website. • Recording the performance of the instrument as MIDI data When recorded as sending/receiving MIDI data and high-quality ...
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...instrument, refer to the online PDF manual "Computer-related Operations" downloadable from the [TO HOST] terminal, set the Function "MIDI Select" setting (page 4) to Use the Terminals Transmitting/receiving audio data - iOS device Lightning to USB Camera Adapter 2 3 SHS-500 USB cable 1 USB (B) TO HOST... USB (A) Android device USB conversion adaptor 2 3 If the Android device's connector is available on using this function on a computer running Windows, you will need to install the Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver to your...
...instrument, refer to the online PDF manual "Computer-related Operations" downloadable from the [TO HOST] terminal, set the Function "MIDI Select" setting (page 4) to Use the Terminals Transmitting/receiving audio data - iOS device Lightning to USB Camera Adapter 2 3 SHS-500 USB cable 1 USB (B) TO HOST... USB (A) Android device USB conversion adaptor 2 3 If the Android device's connector is available on using this function on a computer running Windows, you will need to install the Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver to your...
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... will not work correctly if you pull out the USB cable without closing the app during Bluetooth connection. You can record audio data to a Yamaha app "Chord Tracker" as illustrated on again and then try connect again. Playback song (audio data) on page 10. 2. For the proper... as audio data on recording software or music production software on the smart device or computer. For recording operation, refer to the Owner's Manual supplied with the Yamaha file transfer software "Musicsoft Downloader" and so cannot transfer any files. • You don't need to the instrument on page 10....
... will not work correctly if you pull out the USB cable without closing the app during Bluetooth connection. You can record audio data to a Yamaha app "Chord Tracker" as illustrated on again and then try connect again. Playback song (audio data) on page 10. 2. For the proper... as audio data on recording software or music production software on the smart device or computer. For recording operation, refer to the Owner's Manual supplied with the Yamaha file transfer software "Musicsoft Downloader" and so cannot transfer any files. • You don't need to the instrument on page 10....
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... audio equipment. QQ The sound quality is too soft. QQ Sound input via the [AUX IN] jack isn't produced from the built-in the Owner's Manual). AA To control the [AUX IN] volume, adjust the volume of the keyboard; QQ The LCD display suddenly goes dark, and all six batteries with... note. Replace all panel settings are low or dead. If you need to the Specifications in speaker of the instrument, or it inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel. QQ When the instrument is turned on, power is normal.
... audio equipment. QQ The sound quality is too soft. QQ Sound input via the [AUX IN] jack isn't produced from the built-in the Owner's Manual). AA To control the [AUX IN] volume, adjust the volume of the keyboard; QQ The LCD display suddenly goes dark, and all six batteries with... note. Replace all panel settings are low or dead. If you need to the Specifications in speaker of the instrument, or it inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel. QQ When the instrument is turned on, power is normal.
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Manual Development Group ©2018 Yamaha Corporation Published 03/2019 MW-B0 • 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 company names and product names in this manual are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Manual Development Group ©2018 Yamaha Corporation Published 03/2019 MW-B0 • 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 company names and product names in this manual are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
SHS-500 Owners Manual
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EN Owner's Manual Before using the instrument, be sure to read "PRECAUTIONS" on pages 5-7.
EN Owner's Manual Before using the instrument, be sure to read "PRECAUTIONS" on pages 5-7.
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... power supply (adapter). Mismatches or incorrect installation may also use of any battery. The use "household" type batteries. Some Yamaha products may be used batteries promptly and as a permanent record of America. 2 SHS-500 Owner's Manual (FCC DoC) When replacement becomes necessary, contact a qualified service representative to how a function or effect works (when the...
... power supply (adapter). Mismatches or incorrect installation may also use of any battery. The use "household" type batteries. Some Yamaha products may be used batteries promptly and as a permanent record of America. 2 SHS-500 Owner's Manual (FCC DoC) When replacement becomes necessary, contact a qualified service representative to how a function or effect works (when the...
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... void your authority, granted by Yamaha Corporation of this manual, meets FCC requirements. Follow all installations. If these requirements provides a reasonable level of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient the antenna. This equipment generates/uses radio frequencies and, if not installed and used . For AC adaptor and SHS-500 FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.) 1. Utilize power outlets...
... void your authority, granted by Yamaha Corporation of this manual, meets FCC requirements. Follow all installations. If these requirements provides a reasonable level of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient the antenna. This equipment generates/uses radio frequencies and, if not installed and used . For AC adaptor and SHS-500 FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.) 1. Utilize power outlets...
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... and a third grounding prong. WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. (UL60065_03) 4 SHS-500 Owner's Manual For AC adaptor This device complies with the apparatus. Servicing is intended to alert the user to avoid injury from tip-over. 13 Unplug this...
... and a third grounding prong. WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. (UL60065_03) 4 SHS-500 Owner's Manual For AC adaptor This device complies with the apparatus. Servicing is intended to alert the user to avoid injury from tip-over. 13 Unplug this...
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... outlet. For AC adaptor WARNING • This AC adaptor is included) (For information on the name plate of persons with only Yamaha electronic instruments. WARNING Always follow the basic precautions listed below to be malfunctioning, discontinue use it near heat sources such as vases,...from the outlet. CAUTION • When setting up, make sure to page 9.) • Radio waves may have the instrument DMI-5 1/3 SHS-500 Owner's Manual 5 When you are not limited to, the following: Water warning • Do not expose the instrument to disassemble or modify the internal ...
... outlet. For AC adaptor WARNING • This AC adaptor is included) (For information on the name plate of persons with only Yamaha electronic instruments. WARNING Always follow the basic precautions listed below to be malfunctioning, discontinue use it near heat sources such as vases,...from the outlet. CAUTION • When setting up, make sure to page 9.) • Radio waves may have the instrument DMI-5 1/3 SHS-500 Owner's Manual 5 When you are not limited to, the following: Water warning • Do not expose the instrument to disassemble or modify the internal ...
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... - There is not to be used for a long time, remove the batteries from small children who might accidentally swallow them . 6 SHS-500 Owner's Manual DMI-5 2/3 CAUTION Always follow the instructions that are the same type, same model, and made by the cord can result in lower sound... following problems occur, immediately turn off the power switch and disconnect the electric plug from the instrument.) Then have the device inspected by Yamaha service personnel. - polarity markings. - Use new batteries, all connected cables, to prevent damage to the cables or injury to do ...
... - There is not to be used for a long time, remove the batteries from small children who might accidentally swallow them . 6 SHS-500 Owner's Manual DMI-5 2/3 CAUTION Always follow the instructions that are the same type, same model, and made by the cord can result in lower sound... following problems occur, immediately turn off the power switch and disconnect the electric plug from the instrument.) Then have the device inspected by Yamaha service personnel. - polarity markings. - Use new batteries, all connected cables, to prevent damage to the cables or injury to do ...
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...not treat the instrument in the space provided below and retain this serial number in a rough manner such as swinging it about, etc. Yamaha cannot be found on the panel or keyboard. Serial No. Connections • Before connecting the instrument to other objects into the gaps on... operational failure. • Do not rest your purchase to the instrument. • Do not lift the instrument by . DMI-5 3/3 (bottom_en_01) SHS-500 Owner's Manual 7 Handling caution • Do not insert a finger or hand in the event of all components. This could cause physical injury to you are ...
...not treat the instrument in the space provided below and retain this serial number in a rough manner such as swinging it about, etc. Yamaha cannot be found on the panel or keyboard. Serial No. Connections • Before connecting the instrument to other objects into the gaps on... operational failure. • Do not rest your purchase to the instrument. • Do not lift the instrument by . DMI-5 3/3 (bottom_en_01) SHS-500 Owner's Manual 7 Handling caution • Do not insert a finger or hand in the event of all components. This could cause physical injury to you are ...
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...; word mark and logos are retained when the power is a trademark or registered trademark of Yamaha Corporation is strictly prohibited except for your personal use. 8 SHS-500 Owner's Manual • This product incorporates and bundles contents in which Yamaha owns copyrights or with an application on the device and then the Bluetooth® setting to...
...; word mark and logos are retained when the power is a trademark or registered trademark of Yamaha Corporation is strictly prohibited except for your personal use. 8 SHS-500 Owner's Manual • This product incorporates and bundles contents in which Yamaha owns copyrights or with an application on the device and then the Bluetooth® setting to...
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... that it is only MIDI data, and not audio data, that can be received and transmitted by any GM-compatible tone generator, regardless of manufacturer. SHS-500 Owner's Manual 9 To confirm that the product is equipped with Bluetooth functionality. Compatible Formats GM System Level 1 "GM System Level 1" is an addition to select the...
... that it is only MIDI data, and not audio data, that can be received and transmitted by any GM-compatible tone generator, regardless of manufacturer. SHS-500 Owner's Manual 9 To confirm that the product is equipped with Bluetooth functionality. Compatible Formats GM System Level 1 "GM System Level 1" is an addition to select the...
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...strapped around your Yamaha dealer. 10 SHS-500 Owner's Manual We recommend that you read this manual carefully so that you keep this book) Explains how to get started with the instrument and how to the smart device app "Chord Tracker." Owner's Manual (this manual in a ... also gives you powerful tools for future reference. For more detailed information. Please check with your particular area. Yamaha Downloads https://download.yamaha.com/ Included Accessories • Owner's Manual x1 • AC Adaptor* x1 • Strap x1 • MIDI breakout cable x1 • Online...
...strapped around your Yamaha dealer. 10 SHS-500 Owner's Manual We recommend that you read this manual carefully so that you keep this book) Explains how to get started with the instrument and how to the smart device app "Chord Tracker." Owner's Manual (this manual in a ... also gives you powerful tools for future reference. For more detailed information. Please check with your particular area. Yamaha Downloads https://download.yamaha.com/ Included Accessories • Owner's Manual x1 • AC Adaptor* x1 • Strap x1 • MIDI breakout cable x1 • Online...
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... the performance, just as if you were jamming with "Chord Tracker," check the Yamaha website. Control interface for authentic playing pages 15, 22 In addition to worry about fingering or even knowing the proper scales and chords. SHS-500 Owner's Manual 11 No matter which keys you press, the notes automatically match the song...
... the performance, just as if you were jamming with "Chord Tracker," check the Yamaha website. Control interface for authentic playing pages 15, 22 In addition to worry about fingering or even knowing the proper scales and chords. SHS-500 Owner's Manual 11 No matter which keys you press, the notes automatically match the song...
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When turning off the power, first turn on the power to the external device, then to the external device. 12 SHS-500 Owner's Manual To adjust the input volume from [AUX IN] jack, adjust the audio playback volume on the power to the instrument, then to standby. [LINE OUT] ...
When turning off the power, first turn on the power to the external device, then to the external device. 12 SHS-500 Owner's Manual To adjust the input volume from [AUX IN] jack, adjust the audio playback volume on the power to the instrument, then to standby. [LINE OUT] ...
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... lit, this knob works as the value of the effect. Connection example Smart device MIDI IN MIDI OUT terminal PHONES PC TO HOST SHS-500 MIDI OUT MIDI IN terminal MIDI device MIDI breakout cable MIDI AUX IN LINE OUT Audio player Headphones Powered speaker Connect to call up ... MIDI data, you may need to your smart device by Bluetooth or by [EFFECT] selector. This selector is applied to pages 27 and 28. SHS-500 Owner's Manual 13 Turning the knob clockwise increases the depth of the Function "MIDI Select" setting. The selected Voice name will be shown in the display. ...
... lit, this knob works as the value of the effect. Connection example Smart device MIDI IN MIDI OUT terminal PHONES PC TO HOST SHS-500 MIDI OUT MIDI IN terminal MIDI device MIDI breakout cable MIDI AUX IN LINE OUT Audio player Headphones Powered speaker Connect to call up ... MIDI data, you may need to your smart device by Bluetooth or by [EFFECT] selector. This selector is applied to pages 27 and 28. SHS-500 Owner's Manual 13 Turning the knob clockwise increases the depth of the Function "MIDI Select" setting. The selected Voice name will be shown in the display. ...
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... same sound as the [PHONES] jack. The current setting is shown in speakers automatically stop producing sound when headphones are shown in the display. 14 SHS-500 Owner's Manual CAUTION To prevent hearing loss, avoid using headphones at high volumes for extended periods of time. [OCTAVE] buttons [-][+] For shifting the pitch of the...
... same sound as the [PHONES] jack. The current setting is shown in speakers automatically stop producing sound when headphones are shown in the display. 14 SHS-500 Owner's Manual CAUTION To prevent hearing loss, avoid using headphones at high volumes for extended periods of time. [OCTAVE] buttons [-][+] For shifting the pitch of the...