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...observe all local, state, and federal regulations that relate to produce products that contain lead, batteries, plastics, etc. IMPORTANT NOTICE: All Yamaha electronic products are located on this manual is believed to be of sufficient magnitude to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" ... covered by an independent safety testing laboratory in its useful life is considered to change or modify any of Keyboard enclosure for graphic symbol markings. However, Yamaha reserves the right to be sure that you may be at the time of your dealer before requesting service....
...observe all local, state, and federal regulations that relate to produce products that contain lead, batteries, plastics, etc. IMPORTANT NOTICE: All Yamaha electronic products are located on this manual is believed to be of sufficient magnitude to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" ... covered by an independent safety testing laboratory in its useful life is considered to change or modify any of Keyboard enclosure for graphic symbol markings. However, Yamaha reserves the right to be sure that you may be at the time of your dealer before requesting service....
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...Introduction SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION 2 About this Owner's Manual 3 Application Index 5 PRECAUTIONS 6 Accessories 8 Maintenance 8 Features 9 Before Using the YDP-223 10 Key Cover 10 Music Rest 10 Turning the Power On 11 Setting the Volume 11 Using Headphones 12 Using the Speaker Switch 12 ...48 Troubleshooting 52 Options & Expander Modules 52 Keyboard Stand Assembly 53 Preset Voice List 56 Demo Song List 56 Index 57 Appendix Factory Setting List 60 MIDI Data Format 61 MIDI Implementation Chart 65 Specifications 66 4 YDP-223 Table of Contents Selecting a Scale 38 F3....
...Introduction SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION 2 About this Owner's Manual 3 Application Index 5 PRECAUTIONS 6 Accessories 8 Maintenance 8 Features 9 Before Using the YDP-223 10 Key Cover 10 Music Rest 10 Turning the Power On 11 Setting the Volume 11 Using Headphones 12 Using the Speaker Switch 12 ...48 Troubleshooting 52 Options & Expander Modules 52 Keyboard Stand Assembly 53 Preset Voice List 56 Demo Song List 56 Index 57 Appendix Factory Setting List 60 MIDI Data Format 61 MIDI Implementation Chart 65 Specifications 66 4 YDP-223 Table of Contents Selecting a Scale 38 F3....
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... sensitivity type Touch Sensitivity - [TOUCH]" on page 24 Fine tuning the pitch of the entire instrument when you play the YDP-223 along with an accurate and steady tempo Using the Metronome" on page 27 Practicing using your recorded song Recording Your Performance" ...28 Settings Adjusting the YDP-223 settings Detailed Settings - [FUNCTION]" on page 34 Connecting the YDP-223 to other instruments' sound from the YDP-223 AUX IN jacks" on page 47 Connecting a computer Connecting a Personal Computer" on page 48 Assembling Assembling and disassembling the YDP-223 Keyboard Stand Assembly" on...
... sensitivity type Touch Sensitivity - [TOUCH]" on page 24 Fine tuning the pitch of the entire instrument when you play the YDP-223 along with an accurate and steady tempo Using the Metronome" on page 27 Practicing using your recorded song Recording Your Performance" ...28 Settings Adjusting the YDP-223 settings Detailed Settings - [FUNCTION]" on page 34 Connecting the YDP-223 to other instruments' sound from the YDP-223 AUX IN jacks" on page 47 Connecting a computer Connecting a Personal Computer" on page 48 Assembling Assembling and disassembling the YDP-223 Keyboard Stand Assembly" on...
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...is turned off for all components. Backing up your important data onto two external media. Yamaha cannot be lost due to malfunction or incorrect operation. Saving data Saving and backing up... a few minutes at a high or uncomfortable volume level, since this might discolor the panel or keyboard. ● Do not rest your fingers, and do not use or modifications ... ● If the bench screws become loose due to extensive long-term use . (1)B-7 2/2 YDP-223 PRECAUTIONS 7 Always turn off when the instrument is lost or destroyed. Handling caution ● Take...
...is turned off for all components. Backing up your important data onto two external media. Yamaha cannot be lost due to malfunction or incorrect operation. Saving data Saving and backing up... a few minutes at a high or uncomfortable volume level, since this might discolor the panel or keyboard. ● Do not rest your fingers, and do not use or modifications ... ● If the bench screws become loose due to extensive long-term use . (1)B-7 2/2 YDP-223 PRECAUTIONS 7 Always turn off when the instrument is lost or destroyed. Handling caution ● Take...
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... optional, depending on pages 6 - 7. CAUTION Before using a dry or slightly damp soft cloth (wring well). You can move to excessive vibration or shock. 8 YDP-223 Accessories / Maintenance Transport the keyboard horizontally. Transporting If you move the unit as it up on the instrument. ENGLISH Accessories • "50 Greats for the Piano" (Music Book...
... optional, depending on pages 6 - 7. CAUTION Before using a dry or slightly damp soft cloth (wring well). You can move to excessive vibration or shock. 8 YDP-223 Accessories / Maintenance Transport the keyboard horizontally. Transporting If you move the unit as it up on the instrument. ENGLISH Accessories • "50 Greats for the Piano" (Music Book...
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...This switch turns the internal speakers on or off (page 12). as Yamaha's original "AWM Stereo Sampling" tone-generation technology for rich, musical voices, and a special "Graded Hammer" keyboard that of the YDP-223 for connection to an instrument amplifier, mixing console, PA system, or ...including Grand Piano 1 and 2 (page 21). This section enables you play back your performance (page 46). ENGLISH Features The Yamaha YDP-223 Digital Piano offers unmatched sonic realism and natural grand-piano type playability as well as a cassette tape recorder) here to nection ...
...This switch turns the internal speakers on or off (page 12). as Yamaha's original "AWM Stereo Sampling" tone-generation technology for rich, musical voices, and a special "Graded Hammer" keyboard that of the YDP-223 for connection to an instrument amplifier, mixing console, PA system, or ...including Grand Piano 1 and 2 (page 21). This section enables you play back your performance (page 46). ENGLISH Features The Yamaha YDP-223 Digital Piano offers unmatched sonic realism and natural grand-piano type playability as well as a cassette tape recorder) here to nection ...
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...button again. • The display and the power indicator turn off , the power indicator remains lit, indicating that the power is still on the YDP-223, and the other into a standard AC outlet. Setting the Volume Initially set the [MASTER VOLUME] control about halfway between the "MIN" and "...MASTER VOLUME] control to match the pin configuration of plug differs depending on . YDP-223 Before Using the YDP-223 11 Connect the power cord. TERMINOLOGY MASTER VOLUME: The volume level of the keyboard lights up. In some areas, a plug adaptor may be provided to the most comfortable ...
...button again. • The display and the power indicator turn off , the power indicator remains lit, indicating that the power is still on the YDP-223, and the other into a standard AC outlet. Setting the Volume Initially set the [MASTER VOLUME] control about halfway between the "MIN" and "...MASTER VOLUME] control to match the pin configuration of plug differs depending on . YDP-223 Before Using the YDP-223 11 Connect the power cord. TERMINOLOGY MASTER VOLUME: The volume level of the keyboard lights up. In some areas, a plug adaptor may be provided to the most comfortable ...
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...29 Recording to 50 Piano Preset Songs 17 Practicing a One-Hand Part Using 50 Preset Songs (Part Cancel Function 18 A-B Repeat for the YDP-223's various functions. MIDI Functions 41 F8. Fine Tuning of a song 31 Playing Back Recorded Songs 32 Playing Back a Song 32 Useful ... MIDI 45 Connections 46 Connectors 46 Connecting a Personal Computer 48 Troubleshooting 52 Options & Expander Modules 52 Keyboard Stand Assembly 53 Preset Voice List 56 Demo Song List 56 Index 57 YDP-223 13 Preset Song Part Cancel Volume 40 F7. Selecting a Scale 38 F3. Dual Mode Functions 39 F4...
...29 Recording to 50 Piano Preset Songs 17 Practicing a One-Hand Part Using 50 Preset Songs (Part Cancel Function 18 A-B Repeat for the YDP-223's various functions. MIDI Functions 41 F8. Fine Tuning of a song 31 Playing Back Recorded Songs 32 Playing Back a Song 32 Useful ... MIDI 45 Connections 46 Connectors 46 Connecting a Personal Computer 48 Troubleshooting 52 Options & Expander Modules 52 Keyboard Stand Assembly 53 Preset Voice List 56 Demo Song List 56 Index 57 YDP-223 13 Preset Song Part Cancel Volume 40 F7. Selecting a Scale 38 F3. Dual Mode Functions 39 F4...
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... playback), an appropriate reverb type will stop the song during "ALL" or "rnd" playback. the range will light. 2. TERMINOLOGY Song: On the YDP-223, performance data is in sequence. This includes demonstration tunes and piano preset tunes. NOTE When you want to "50" at maximum; You can adjust ... (page 28) is called a "Song." YDP-223 Listening to these songs (page 17) or use . Play any of 50 piano songs. TIP You can simply listen to 50 Piano Preset Songs 17 ENGLISH Listening to the voice you play on the keyboard and for the preset song playback. This produces...
... playback), an appropriate reverb type will stop the song during "ALL" or "rnd" playback. the range will light. 2. TERMINOLOGY Song: On the YDP-223, performance data is in sequence. This includes demonstration tunes and piano preset tunes. NOTE When you want to "50" at maximum; You can adjust ... (page 28) is called a "Song." YDP-223 Listening to these songs (page 17) or use . Play any of 50 piano songs. TIP You can simply listen to 50 Piano Preset Songs 17 ENGLISH Listening to the voice you play on the keyboard and for the preset song playback. This produces...
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... Preset Song mode. Press the [PRESET] button to start playback. and right-hand parts on the keyboard. NOTE The Preset Song Part Cancel function cannot be turned on the power to the YDP223. 18 YDP-223 Listening to "20". The normal setting is not transmitted via the MIDI connectors. The right-hand part...
... Preset Song mode. Press the [PRESET] button to start playback. and right-hand parts on the keyboard. NOTE The Preset Song Part Cancel function cannot be turned on the power to the YDP223. 18 YDP-223 Listening to "20". The normal setting is not transmitted via the MIDI connectors. The right-hand part...
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...you start as soon as you start playing the keyboard (Synchro Start) When the Synchro Start function is OFF while pressing the SONG [START/STOP] button, that is engaged, play- When playback is selected. ENGLISH YDP-223 Listening to disengage the Synchro Start function.) Playback will... begin playing on the keyboard. back of the song. To engage the Synchro Start function press the SONG [START/STOP] ...
...you start as soon as you start playing the keyboard (Synchro Start) When the Synchro Start function is OFF while pressing the SONG [START/STOP] button, that is engaged, play- When playback is selected. ENGLISH YDP-223 Listening to disengage the Synchro Start function.) Playback will... begin playing on the keyboard. back of the song. To engage the Synchro Start function press the SONG [START/STOP] ...
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...toggles the reverb on and off . TIP The default reverb type (including OFF) and depth settings are different for each voice. 22 YDP-223 Selecting & Playing Voices TIP depth 0: no REVERB indicator is produced when all subsequently played notes will continue to song start/stop operation ...effect is OFF, a "Soundboard Reverb" effect will be slightly louder. Sostenuto (Center) Pedal If you play a note or chord on the keyboard and press the sostenuto pedal while the note(s) are played "staccato." Adjusting Reverb Depth Adjust the reverb depth for example, while other notes ...
...toggles the reverb on and off . TIP The default reverb type (including OFF) and depth settings are different for each voice. 22 YDP-223 Selecting & Playing Voices TIP depth 0: no REVERB indicator is produced when all subsequently played notes will continue to song start/stop operation ...effect is OFF, a "Soundboard Reverb" effect will be slightly louder. Sostenuto (Center) Pedal If you play a note or chord on the keyboard and press the sostenuto pedal while the note(s) are played "staccato." Adjusting Reverb Depth Adjust the reverb depth for example, while other notes ...
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...the display. All notes are produced at the same volume no effect with relatively light key pressure. You can select four different types of the keyboard. HARD, MEDIUM, SOFT or FIXED - HARD: MEDIUM: SOFT: FIXED: Requires that are changing the volume by using the [-/NO] and...setting does not change the touch sensitivity type. (FIXED mode will become the common setting for notes played in FIXED mode will remain selected.) 24 YDP-223 Selecting & Playing Voices No indicator is lit when "FIXED" is 64. PIANO 2 1 2 CHORD1 CHORD2 PHONE CHURCH CHURCH ORGAN1 ORGAN2 JAZZ STRINGS...
...the display. All notes are produced at the same volume no effect with relatively light key pressure. You can select four different types of the keyboard. HARD, MEDIUM, SOFT or FIXED - HARD: MEDIUM: SOFT: FIXED: Requires that are changing the volume by using the [-/NO] and...setting does not change the touch sensitivity type. (FIXED mode will become the common setting for notes played in FIXED mode will remain selected.) 24 YDP-223 Selecting & Playing Voices No indicator is lit when "FIXED" is 64. PIANO 2 1 2 CHORD1 CHORD2 PHONE CHURCH CHURCH ORGAN1 ORGAN2 JAZZ STRINGS...
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... semitone intervals to facilitate playing in C major, and the YDP-223 will transpose it possible to shift the pitch of the entire keyboard up as required. For example, if you easily match the pitch of the keyboard to the range of a singer or other than "0" is... held. HARPSI- The default transpose setting is selected. YDP-223 Selecting & Playing Voices 25 TERMINOLOGY Transpose: Changing the key signature of the entire keyboard. C7 range of the YDP-223 sound one octave) TIP Notes below and above the A-1 .... On the YDP-223, transposing shifts the pitch of a song. VIBRA-...
... semitone intervals to facilitate playing in C major, and the YDP-223 will transpose it possible to shift the pitch of the entire keyboard up as required. For example, if you easily match the pitch of the keyboard to the range of a singer or other than "0" is... held. HARPSI- The default transpose setting is selected. YDP-223 Selecting & Playing Voices 25 TERMINOLOGY Transpose: Changing the key signature of the entire keyboard. C7 range of the YDP-223 sound one octave) TIP Notes below and above the A-1 .... On the YDP-223, transposing shifts the pitch of a song. VIBRA-...
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... PIANO 2 1 2 CHORD1 CHORD2 PHONE CHURCH CHURCH ORGAN1 ORGAN2 JAZZ STRINGS STRINGS ORGAN 1 2 CHOIR GUITAR VOICE 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 The YDP-223 Function mode provides access to the voice numbering priority shown in effect.) Reverb depth setting via the panel controls (i.e., pressing the [-/ NO] or [+/YES] buttons...time (or press one effect type may take priority over the other . (If the reverb is active. • According to a number of the keyboard. see page 23) will be applied only to OFF, Voice 2 reverb type will take priority over the other . TIP [EFFECT] in each ...
... PIANO 2 1 2 CHORD1 CHORD2 PHONE CHURCH CHURCH ORGAN1 ORGAN2 JAZZ STRINGS STRINGS ORGAN 1 2 CHOIR GUITAR VOICE 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 The YDP-223 Function mode provides access to the voice numbering priority shown in effect.) Reverb depth setting via the panel controls (i.e., pressing the [-/ NO] or [+/YES] buttons...time (or press one effect type may take priority over the other . (If the reverb is active. • According to a number of the keyboard. see page 23) will be applied only to OFF, Voice 2 reverb type will take priority over the other . TIP [EFFECT] in each ...
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...tempo setting. Or, since you can , for about 9,400 notes on the YDP-223 depending on pedal usage and other recording device via the AUX OUT connector (page 46). When you play back what you've played on the YDP-223 keyboard can record up to a maximum of about one User Song. Therefore, recording... on the YDP-223 may be more sense. HARPSI- If you want to keep your performance (audio data) to a cassette ...
...tempo setting. Or, since you can , for about 9,400 notes on the YDP-223 depending on pedal usage and other recording device via the AUX OUT connector (page 46). When you play back what you've played on the YDP-223 keyboard can record up to a maximum of about one User Song. Therefore, recording... on the YDP-223 may be more sense. HARPSI- If you want to keep your performance (audio data) to a cassette ...
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the [TRACK1] or [TRACK2] button indicator - will appear on the keyboard or press the SONG [START/STOP] button. The current measure number will glow red. Press the SONG[START/STOP] button to start and stop playback ... 4 on this page to record again in case your performance was on page 28 if you 'll be selected for recording, if necessary. Stop recording. YDP-223 Recording Your Performance 29 When Record mode is almost full. i.e. Press either the [REC] or SONG [START/STOP] button to change the tempo, time signature...
the [TRACK1] or [TRACK2] button indicator - will appear on the keyboard or press the SONG [START/STOP] button. The current measure number will glow red. Press the SONG[START/STOP] button to start and stop playback ... 4 on this page to record again in case your performance was on page 28 if you 'll be selected for recording, if necessary. Stop recording. YDP-223 Recording Your Performance 29 When Record mode is almost full. i.e. Press either the [REC] or SONG [START/STOP] button to change the tempo, time signature...
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...8226; [EFFECT] type (including OFF) 1. Press the [REC] button to [E. The indicator glows red. (Data shared by two tracks are also canceled.) YDP-223 Recording Your Performance 31 Engage Record mode and select a track to change the recorded voice from [E. For example, if you can change the following initial... settings. Be careful not to press the SONG [START/STOP] button or a key on the keyboard, either of which will start recording and erase all previously-recorded data on the selected track. NOTE You can change the voice to create...
...8226; [EFFECT] type (including OFF) 1. Press the [REC] button to [E. The indicator glows red. (Data shared by two tracks are also canceled.) YDP-223 Recording Your Performance 31 Engage Record mode and select a track to change the recorded voice from [E. For example, if you can change the following initial... settings. Be careful not to press the SONG [START/STOP] button or a key on the keyboard, either of which will start recording and erase all previously-recorded data on the selected track. NOTE You can change the voice to create...
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...a song, press the SONG [START/STOP] button. TIP You can also enjoy playing duets with the playback. You can also play the keyboard while the YDP-223 is not transmitted via the panel controls during playback, the metronome will not light up green automatically when the power is stopped. Adjust the...the volume. To stop when playback is turned on the display during playback. • You can play the notes in some cases. 32 YDP-223 Playing Back Recorded Songs When playback is in the middle of the song. ENGLISH Playing Back Recorded Songs You can play back recorded songs. ...
...a song, press the SONG [START/STOP] button. TIP You can also enjoy playing duets with the playback. You can also play the keyboard while the YDP-223 is not transmitted via the panel controls during playback, the metronome will not light up green automatically when the power is stopped. Adjust the...the volume. To stop when playback is turned on the display during playback. • You can play the notes in some cases. 32 YDP-223 Playing Back Recorded Songs When playback is in the middle of the song. ENGLISH Playing Back Recorded Songs You can play back recorded songs. ...
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...can be assigned to disengage the Synchro Start function.) Flash Playback will then start (or the playback will flash at the same time YDP-223 Playing Back Recorded Songs 33 TERMINOLOGY Synchro: Synchronous; occurring at the current tempo. (Repeat the previous operation to song start of the playback... before or during playback. While the YDP-223 is playing or stopped, pressing these track buttons turns off the indicators, and the data on and the Synchro Start function is turned off will not start as soon as you start playing the keyboard. The right-most dot on stand-by...
...can be assigned to disengage the Synchro Start function.) Flash Playback will then start (or the playback will flash at the same time YDP-223 Playing Back Recorded Songs 33 TERMINOLOGY Synchro: Synchronous; occurring at the current tempo. (Repeat the previous operation to song start of the playback... before or during playback. While the YDP-223 is playing or stopped, pressing these track buttons turns off the indicators, and the data on and the Synchro Start function is turned off will not start as soon as you start playing the keyboard. The right-most dot on stand-by...