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Yamaha Electone EL-7 User Manual

Yamaha Electone EL-7
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Yamaha Electone EL-7 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeElectronic Organ
Power SupplyAC Power
Keyboard49 keys (Upper), 49 keys (Lower)
Rhythm PatternsMultiple preset rhythm patterns
EffectsReverb, Chorus
SpeakersBuilt-in speakers
PedalsSustain Pedal, Expression Pedal
MIDIMIDI In/Out

Summary

SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION

Product Safety Markings

Explains safety graphics and caution symbols on the product enclosure.

Environmental and Disposal Notice

Covers environmental awareness, battery notice, and product disposal guidelines.

Regulatory Compliance

USA FCC Information

Details U.S. FCC regulations, modifications, and interference guidelines for Class B digital devices.

Canadian Regulations

Outlines Canadian regulations for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus.

Key Features Overview

Sound and Voice Capabilities

Highlights AWM/FM tones, organ sounds, and flute voices for diverse sound creation.

Performance Features

Covers dynamic rhythms, automatic accompaniment, and registration menus for playing.

MIDI Compatibility

Mentions MIDI interface for instrument interaction and control.

Getting Started Guide

Getting Started with Your Electone

Provides initial steps to power on, set volume, and use the expression pedal.

Basic Playing Techniques

Introduces fundamental operations for playing the Electone.

Registration and Rhythm Operation

Selecting Registrations and Organ Sounds

Guides on selecting banks, numbered registrations, and organ sounds.

Starting Rhythm Patterns

Explains how to initiate rhythm patterns using the START button.

Accompaniment Control Functions

Canceling A.B.C. Function

Details how to turn off the Auto Bass Chord (A.B.C.) and Memory functions.

Instrument Voice Sections

Selecting Voices from the Panel

Guides on choosing voices from Upper, Lower, Lead, and Pedal sections.

Using the 'To Lower' Function

Describes assigning Lead or Pedal voices to the Lower keyboard.

Voice Management and Options

Setting Individual Voice Volumes

Explains adjusting volume levels for each voice section.

Accessing Additional Voices

Details using dotted buttons to access extra voices and their functions.

Selecting Additional Voices

Using Dotted Buttons for Voices

Provides instructions for storing and selecting voices via dotted buttons.

Additional Voice List Reference

Lists available extra voices, their locations, and model availability.

EL-15 Flute Voice Features

Creating Organ Sounds with Flute Voices

Guides on using flute footage and attack settings to create organ voices.

Adjusting Flute Voice Volume

Explains how to adjust the volume level for created Flute Voices.

Sound Effects and Controls

Vibrato and Touch Tone Effects

Describes pitch variation (Vibrato) and touch-sensitive timbre/volume (Touch Tone).

Sustain and Tremolo Controls

Explains how to use Sustain for sound decay and Tremolo for rotating speaker effect.

Rhythm and Accompaniment System

Selecting and Playing Rhythm Patterns

Guides on choosing rhythm patterns, variations, and starting playback.

Automatic Accompaniment (A.B.C.)

Introduces the Auto Bass Chord function for automatic bass and chord backing.

Rhythm Pattern Controls

Tempo Adjustment and Display

Details using tempo buttons and display for rhythm speed control.

Intro/Ending and Lead-in Features

Explains the use of intro, ending, and lead-in patterns for rhythms.

Fill In and Tempo Controls

Tempo Management

Describes tempo buttons and the display for managing rhythm speed.

Using Fill In Patterns

Explains how to incorporate Fill In patterns for rhythmic variety.

Accompaniment Features

Accompaniment Controls

Guides on activating Accompaniment 1 and 2 for instrumental embellishments.

Auto Bass Chord Modes Explained

Explains Single Finger, Fingered Chord, and Custom A.B.C. modes.

Auto Bass Chord Mode Explanations

Custom A.B.C. Mode Operation

Details Custom A.B.C. mode for controlling bass notes via Pedalboard.

Memory Function for Sustaining Notes

Explains how Memory sustains accompaniment notes after key release.

Keyboard Percussion Function

Activating Keyboard Percussion

Guides on turning on the Keyboard Percussion function using panel buttons.

Percussion Sound Assignment Reference

Refers to charts detailing percussion sound assignments for keyboards and pedalboard.

Percussion Sound Assignments

Lower Keyboard Percussion Assignments

Details percussion sound assignments for keys on the Lower keyboard.

Pedalboard Percussion Assignments

Details percussion sound assignments for keys on the Pedalboard.

Melody and SoloStyle Functions

Melody On Chord Functionality

Explains adding harmony to melodies based on played chords.

SoloStyle Embellishments (EL-15)

Describes the SoloStyle feature for musical embellishments to the Lead voice.

Registration Memory Operations

Saving and Selecting Registrations

Guides on saving custom settings and recalling stored registrations.

Using the Disable Button

Explains how the D (Disable) button retains rhythm/accompaniment during changes.

Memory Reset and Pitch Adjustments

Resetting Registration Memory (Power On Reset)

Explains the Power On Reset function to delete stored registrations.

Transposition and Fine Pitch Adjustment

Covers controls for changing instrument key and fine-tuning pitch.

MIDI Communication Basics

Connecting MIDI Devices

Details MIDI cable connections for synthesizers or rhythm machines.

MIDI Channel Configuration

Explains transmit and receive channel settings for MIDI communication.

Accessory Jacks Explained

Connecting External Rhythm Machines

Describes phone jacks for connecting an external rhythm machine.

Audio Output and Headphones

Explains AUX OUT for amplification and HEADPHONES for private listening.

Troubleshooting Common Problems

General Operation Issues

Addresses common problems like no sound, crackling, and interference.

Voice and Rhythm Problems

Covers issues with polyphony, sustain, volume, and percussion sounds.

Accompaniment and Function Issues

Addresses problems with accompaniment, pitch, and melody harmony.

Instrument Specifications Overview

Keyboard, Voice, and Effect Specifications

Lists keyboard types, tone generation, voices, and effects details.

Rhythm, Accompaniment, and Control Specifications

Details rhythms, accompaniment modes, and control functions.

Physical and Accessory Specifications

Provides physical dimensions, weight, speakers, and optional accessories.

MIDI Implementation Chart

MIDI Transmitted Functions

Details MIDI functions transmitted by the Electone.

MIDI Recognized Functions

Lists MIDI functions recognized by the Electone.

MIDI Specifications and Data

MIDI Channel and System Messages

Covers MIDI channel messages and system realtime messages.

Bulk Dump and Model-Specific Data

Explains bulk data transfer and model-specific MIDI messages.

MIDI Switch Codes and Messages

MIDI Switch Code Definitions

Lists MIDI switch codes for various functions like voice selection and modes.

Model-Specific and Common MIDI Data

Details model-specific and common MIDI messages like Panel Switch Events.

Detailed MIDI Codes and Sync Modes

Model-Specific MIDI Switch Codes

Provides detailed MIDI codes for specific functions and settings.

Common Synchronous Mode Messages

Lists common MIDI messages for synchronous modes and requests.

EL-15 SoloStyle Voice Mapping

Mapping Rhythms to SoloStyle Voices

Lists SoloStyle assignments mapping rhythm styles to lead and additional voices.

Critical Safety Instructions

General Product Safety Precautions

Covers basic safety precautions for electrical and electronic products.

Electrical, Environmental, and Hearing Safety

Details safety regarding power, environment, and potential hearing damage.

Servicing and Product Care Safety

Advises on qualified servicing, user maintenance, and product care.

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