Yamaha Portatone PSR-125 Owner'S Manual Download Page 2

SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION

Battery Notice:

This product MAY contain a small non-rechargeable battery which (if applicable) is
soldered in place. The average life span of this type of battery is approximately five
years. When replacement becomes necessary, contact a qualified service
representative to perform the replacement.

This product may also use "household" type batteries. Some of these may be
rechargeable. Make sure that the battery being charged is a rechargeable type and
that the charger is intended for the battery being charged.

When installing batteries, do not mix batteries with new, or with batteries of a
different type. Batteries MUST be installed correctly. Mismatches or incorrect
installation may result in overheating and battery case rupture.

Warning:
Do not attempt to disassemble, or incinerate any battery. Keep all batteries away
from children. Dispose of used batteries promptly and as regulated by the laws in
your area. Note: Check with any retailer of household type batteries in your area for
battery disposal information.

Disposal Notice:
Should this product become damaged beyond repair, or for some reason its useful
life is considered to be at an end, please observe all local, state, and federal
regulations that relate to the disposal of products that contain lead, batteries,
plastics, etc. If your dealer is unable to assist you, please contact Yamaha directly.

NAME PLATE LOCATION:

The name plate is located on the bottom of the product. The model number, serial
number, power requirements, etc., are located on this plate. You should record the
model number, serial number, and the date of purchase in the spaces provided
below and retain this manual as a permanent record of your purchase.

Model

Serial No.

Purchase Date

FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.)

1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT!
This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority,
granted by the FCC, to use the product.

2. IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to accessories and/or another product use only high quality shielded cables. Cable/s supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all
installation instructions. Failure to follow instructions could void your FCC authorization to use this product in the USA.

3. NOTE: This product has been tested and found to comply with the requirements listed in FCC Regulations, Part 15 for Class "B" digital devices. Compliance with these requirements
provides a reasonable level of assurance that your use of this product in a residential environment will not result in harmful interference with other electronic devices. This equipment
generates/uses radio frequencies and, if not installed and used according to the instructions found in the users manual, may cause interference harmful to the operation of other electronic
devices. Compliance with FCC regulations does not guarantee that interference will not occur in all installations. If this product is found to be the source of interference, which can be
determined by turning the unit "OFF" and "ON", please try to eliminate the problem by using one of the following measures:

Relocate either this product or the device that is being affected by the interference.

Utilize power outlets that are on different branch (circuit breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line filter/s.

In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient the antenna. If the antenna lead-in is 300 ohm ribbon lead, change the lead-in to co-axial type cable.

If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results, please contact the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product. If you can not locate the appropriate retailer,
please contact Yamaha Corporation of America, Electronic Service Division, 6600 Orangethorpe Ave, Buena Park, CA90620

The above statements apply ONLY to those products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America or its subsidiaries.

(class B)

* This applies only to products distributed by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA.

This product utilizes batteries or an external power supply (adapter). DO NOT
connect this product to any power supply or adapter other than one described in the
manual, on the name plate, or specifically recommended by Yamaha.
WARNING: Do not place this product in a position where anyone could walk on, trip
over, or roll anything over power or connecting cords of any kind. The use of an
extension cord is not recommended! IF you must use an extension cord, the
minimum wire size for a 25' cord (or less) is 18 AWG. NOTE: The smaller the AWG
number, the larger the current handling capacity. For longer extension cords, consult
a local electrician.

This product should be used only with the components supplied or; a cart, rack, or
stand that is recommended by Yamaha. If a cart, etc., is used, please observe all
safety markings and instructions that accompany the accessory product.

SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE:

The information contained in this manual is believed to be correct at the time of
printing. However, Yamaha reserves the right to change or modify any of the
specifications without notice or obligation to update existing units.

This product, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and
headphones or speaker/s, may be capable of producing sound levels that
could cause permanent hearing loss. DO NOT operate for long periods of
time at a high volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you
experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should consult an
audiologist.
IMPORTANT: The louder the sound, the shorter the time period before
damage occurs.

NOTICE:

Service charges incurred due to a lack of knowledge relating to how a function or
effect works (when the unit is operating as designed) are not covered by the
manufacturer’s warranty, and are therefore the owners responsibility. Please study
this manual carefully and consult your dealer before requesting service.

ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES:

Yamaha strives to produce products that are both user safe and environmentally
friendly. We sincerely believe that our products and the production methods used to
produce them, meet these goals. In keeping with both the letter and the spirit of the
law, we want you to be aware of the following:

 PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL

92-BP  (bottom)

OBSERVERA!

Apparaten kopplas inte ur växelströmskällan (nätet) sá länge som den ar ansluten till
vägguttaget, även om själva apparaten har stängts av.

ADVARSEL: Netspæendingen til dette apparat er IKKE afbrudt, sálæenge netledningen
siddr i en stikkontakt, som er t endt — ogsá selvom der or slukket pá apparatets
afbryder.

VAROITUS: Laitteen toisiopiiriin kytketty käyttökytkin ei irroita koko laitetta verkosta.

(standby)

Entsorgung leerer Batterien (nur innerhalb Deutschlands)

Leisten Sie einen Beitrag zum Umweltschutz. Verbrauchte Batterien oder Akkumulatoren
dürfen nicht in den Hausmüll. Sie können bei einer Sammelstelle für Altbatterien bzw.
Sondermüll abgegeben werden. Informieren Sie sich bei Ihrer Kommune.

(battery)

Summary of Contents for Portatone PSR-125

Page 1: ...tition des œuvres Caractéristiques techniques 5 6 8 9 12 13 13 14 15 16 26 Table des matières Contents Getting Started Playing Your New PortaTone Voice Mode Style Mode Song Mode Troubleshooting Percussion Assign List Voices 40 and 00 Jam Track Chord Progression List One Touch Setting List Song Scores Specifications 5 6 8 9 12 13 13 14 15 16 26 ESPAÑOL Preparativos Tocando con el nuevo PortaTone Mo...

Page 2: ... TV interference relocate reorient the antenna If the antenna lead in is 300 ohm ribbon lead change the lead in to co axial type cable If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results please contact the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product If you can not locate the appropriate retailer please contact Yamaha Corporation of America Electronic Service Division ...

Page 3: ...if any unusual smells or smoke shouldappeartobecausedbyit immediatelyturnoffthepowerswitch disconnect the adaptor plug from the outlet and have the instrument inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel Usethespecifiedadaptor PA 3B PA 3C PA 3oranequivalentrecommended byYamaha only Usingthewrongadaptorcanresultindamagetotheinstrument or overheating Beforecleaningtheinstrument alwaysremovetheele...

Page 4: ... Track patterns providing specially programmed rhythms and chord progressions for playing along with One Touch Setting for automatically calling up an appropriate Voice for playing with the Style Song or Jam Track you select You now own a portable keyboard that packs advanced functions and great sound in a highly compact size Its outstanding features also make it an exceptionally expressive and ve...

Page 5: ...d Replace the lid Accessory Jacks Using Headphones For private practicing and playing without disturbing others connect a set of stereo headphones to the rear panel PHONES OUTPUT jack Sound from the built in speaker system is automatically cut off when you insert a headphone plug into this jack PHONES OUTPUT Connecting a Keyboard Amplifier or Stereo System After making sure the PortaTone and any e...

Page 6: ...cks have been recorded to your PortaTone to give you a taste of what you can do with the instrument and to provide music and patterns for you to play along with To select and play one of the Songs 1 With the Song mode selected use the Numeric Keypad 5 to enter the desired Song or Jam Track number Be sure to enter a two digit number as is printed next to each song on the panel For example to select...

Page 7: ...when one of the TEMPO buttons is pressed The displayed tempo range is from 10 to 60 in actual tempo values the range is from 40 to 240 beats per minute Each step in the tempo adjustment corresponds to 4 beats per minute Default Tempos Each Song and Style has been given a default or standard tempo If you change the tempo you can set it back to the original default setting by pressing both TEMPO but...

Page 8: ...dle C with one Voice may sound higher or lower than another Voice at the same key 3 Play the newly selected Voice To change to another Voice repeat step 2 above You can also play rhythm Styles in the Voice mode by simply pressing the START STOP button The Style last selected from the Style mode will be played NOTE The PortaTone is polyphonic up to a maximum of 12 notes Depending on the Voice selec...

Page 9: ...g mode The Style mode provides dynamic rhythm accompaniment patterns as well as Voice settings appropriate for each pattern for various popular music styles as listed on the panel A total of 100 different Styles are available and are divided into ten different categories Each rhythm pattern also has a specially created companion Fill In pattern which can be played by using the SYNC START FILL IN b...

Page 10: ...methods is automatic you can set Auto Accompaniment to function exclusively in either the Single Finger or Fingered mode To set Auto Accompaniment to Single Finger turn the power off then hold down the button on the Numeric Keypad and simultaneously turn the power on SF Single Finger briefly appears in the MULTI DISPLAY NOTE In Single Finger the AUTO ACCOMPANIMENT SECTION is set between the C1 key...

Page 11: ...pended 4th Augmented 7th and diminished 7th chords are interpreted as simple augmented and diminished The PortaTone also has a Chord Cancel function to stop the chord accompaniment but allow the rhythm pattern to continue playing To use Chord Cancel simultaneously press any three consecutive notes in the AUTO ACCOMPANIMENT SECTION for example C C and D C C7sus4 Cm Caug 7 C7 Cdim 7 Cm7 C7 5 CM7 CmM...

Page 12: ...is selected only the selected pattern repeats indefinitely The Song mode features special Songs and Jam Track patterns that have been created using the rich sounds and sophisticated accompaniment functions of the PortaTone The Songs are generally for your listening enjoyment however you can also play along with them on the keyboard Also by using the Minus One function you can mute the original mel...

Page 13: ...e of the keyboard thus the actual sound of the Voice may be slightly different from note to note Quick successive pressing of the STANDBY ON button may fail to turn the power on When using the STANDBY ON button wait a short time between successive presses Troubleshooting Percussion Assign List Voices 40 and 00 S n a r e D r u m 1 R i m S h o t H i h a t P e d a l H i h a t C l o s e C r a s h C y ...

Page 14: ...R B C7 F7 C7 144 136 B E Am 25 MINOR BLUES Am Dm Am 144 G C 27 BOOGIE WOOGIE C F C 136 G F Am7 G7 C F 30 SLOW ROCK 88 G7 32 JAZZ WALTZ C7 C7 G 7 G7 33 FUSION Dm7 G7 34 BOSSA NOVA E 7 Em7 Dm7 D 7 35 SAMBA C F G 36 TANGO E7 Am 38 COUNTRY C C C C 192 128 160 112 124 120 F7 31 JAZZ BLUES C7 F7 C7 Dm7 C7 G7 A7 Dm7 G7 C7 A7 160 F7 C7 C7 37 SKA Am Dm 160 F G7 F C G7 39 MARCH C G7 C 116 40 NEW AGE C C C 8...

Page 15: ...26 FLUTE 19 VIBRAPHONE 05 E ORGAN 50 E PIANO PAD 53 JAZZ GUITAR PAD 55 FANTASY 1 51 E PNO VIBES 52 FOLK GTR PAD 49 PIANO VIBES 24 BRASS ENS 18 ORCHESTRA HIT 04 CLAVI 30 PANFLUTE 50 E PIANO PAD 32 SY BRASS 54 BRASS ENS DUAL 50 E PIANO PAD 82 TRUMPET DUET 09 JAZZ GTR 31 HARMONICA 19 VIBRAPHONE 22 TROMBONE 26 FLUTE 07 ACCORDION 82 TRUMPET DUET 22 TROMBONE 81 MARIMBA TRIO 22 TROMBONE 05 E ORGAN 24 BRA...

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Page 26: ...ny time without prior notice Since specifications equipment or options may not be the same in every locale please check with your Yamaha dealer Die technischen Daten und Beschreibungen in dieser Bedienungsanleitung dienen nur der Information Yamaha Corp behält sich das Recht vor Produkte oder deren technische Daten jederzeit ohne vorherige Ankündigung zu verändern oder zu modifizieren Da die techn...

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