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Yamaha Electone ME-35A User Manual

Yamaha Electone ME-35A
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Table of Contents

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Yamaha Electone ME-35A Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandYamaha
ModelElectone ME-35A
CategoryMusical Instrument
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Safety and Installation Instructions

Explanation of Graphical Symbols

Explains symbols like lightning flash and exclamation point for user safety.

General Safety and Installation Precautions

Covers power supply, cord safety, environment, and general usage guidelines.

Basic Features Overview

The Basic Features

Introduction to fundamental features like creating registrations and using effects.

Multi-Menu (ME-55A/ME-35A Only)

Details on accessing special features exclusive to ME-55A/ME-35A models.

Other Information

General information and supplementary details for the Electone.

Upper Keyboard Voice Sections

Choosing and Setting Upper Keyboard Voices

Guidance on selecting and setting orchestral and lead voices for the upper keyboard.

Adjusting Upper Keyboard Volume

Instructions on how to set the volume level for the upper keyboard sections.

Lower and Pedal Keyboard Voice Sections

Lower Keyboard Voice Selection

Explains how to choose and set voices for the lower keyboard.

Pedal Keyboard Voice Selection

Details on selecting and setting voices for the pedal keyboard.

Voice Menu Operations (ME-15A)

Transferring Voices to Control Panel

Step-by-step guide to transferring voices from the Voice Menu.

Cancelling and Recalling Voices

How to cancel or recall transferred Voice Menu sounds.

Rhythm and Arpeggio Accompaniment

Arpeggio Chord Functionality (ME-55A/ME-35A)

Details on using rhythmic chord strumming and arpeggio patterns.

Rhythmic Functionality (ME-15A)

Explains using the Rhythmic button to synchronize voices with rhythm.

Using Effects for Richer Sound

Sustain Effect

Explains how to add an aftersound to notes, making them sustain longer.

User Vibrato (ME-55A/ME-35A)

Describes how to add a vibrato effect to notes for expressiveness.

Tremolo/Symphonic Effects (ME-55A only)

Tremolo/Symphonic Effect Operation

Guides on selecting sounds for Tremolo and Symphonic effects.

Glide Effect (ME-55A only)

Explains how to temporarily lower the pitch of a LEAD VOICE.

Adding Rhythm

Auto Rhythm Functionality

Details automatic rhythm patterns and functions like FILL IN and INTRO./ENDING.

Rhythm Pattern Variations and Controls

Fill In Patterns (ME-55A/ME-35A)

Explains how to add variation to the basic rhythm pattern.

Intro./Ending and Extra Percussion (ME-55A/ME-35A)

Describes adding intro, ending patterns, and extra percussion sounds.

Foot Switch Operation (ME-55A only)

Details using the foot switch for rhythm control.

Automatic Accompaniment Features

Auto Bass Chord

Explains producing chord and bass accompaniment automatically.

Single Finger Chord Input

Details how to obtain chords and bass using a single finger.

Memory and Chord Input Modes

Fingered Chord Input

Explains playing various chords with automatic bass accompaniment.

Custom A.B.C. Operation

Describes playing chords and pedals for automatic accompaniment.

Melody Harmonization (ME-55A/ME-35A)

Melody on Chord Function

Transforms single melodies into harmonies automatically.

Multi-Menu Registrations (ME-55A/ME-35A)

Recalling 16 Different Registrations

Describes accessing 16 preprogrammed registrations from the Multi-Menu.

Voice Transfer and Management

Transferring Voices to Control Panel

Step-by-step guide to transferring voices from the Voice Menu.

Cancelling and Recalling Voices

How to cancel or recall transferred Voice Menu sounds.

User Programmable Effects

User Vibrato Customization

Explains memorizing and customizing vibrato effects for personal taste.

Sustain and Transposition Features

Sustain Effect Settings

Guides on setting the sustain length for different keyboard sections.

Transposing the Instrument Key

Allows changing the key of the instrument in half-step increments.

User Vibrato Customization Details

Lead Voice Vibrato Settings

Details setting up USER VIBRATO for LEAD VOICES.

Vibrato Delay Adjustment

Explains setting the delay level for the USER VIBRATO effect.

Sustain and Transposition Functionality

Sustain Effect Configuration

Guides on setting sustain for upper and lower keyboard orchestral voices.

Transposition Operation

Details on how to transpose the instrument's key.

Accompaniment Programming

Chord Sequence Programmer

Explains how to easily memorize chord progressions and registrations.

Chord Sequence Programmer Operations

Recording Chord Sequences

Step-by-step guide to recording chord sequences and registrations.

Ending Programming and Playback

Instructions for finishing programming and starting playback.

Playing Back Chord Sequences

Selecting a Song Sequence

Guides on selecting a programmed sequence for playback.

Starting Playback

Explains how to initiate playback using the auto rhythm.

C.S.P. Example: "Mary Had a Little Lamb"

Setting Up the Registration

Details setting up the initial registration for the C.S.P. example.

Programming the Chord Sequence

Shows how to program chord sequences with musical notation.

C.S.P. Example: "Little Brown Jug"

Setting Up the Registration

Details setting up the initial registration for the C.S.P. example.

Programming the Chord Sequence

Shows how to program chord sequences with musical notation.

Editing Chord Sequences

Entering Edit Mode

Explains how to enter the editing mode for C.S.P. sequences.

Making Changes and Corrections

Details how to correct chords and durations in programmed sequences.

Data Transfer to Cassette

Cassette Data Transfer Procedures

Explains the procedures for transferring Electone data to and from cassette tapes.

Useful Information and Accessories

Accessory Jack Connections

Details the functions and connections for various accessory jacks.

Electromagnetic Interference

Discusses potential interference and methods to address it.

Installation and Maintenance

Installation Guidelines

Covers warnings and procedures for installing the Electone.

Maintenance and Cleaning

Provides instructions for cleaning and servicing the Electone.

FCC Compliance Information

Compliance information regarding electromagnetic interference in the USA.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Problem Diagnosis and Solutions

Lists common phenomena, their causes, and suggested solutions.

Troubleshooting Further Issues

Problem Diagnosis and Solutions

Lists common phenomena, their causes, and suggested solutions.

Product Specifications

Keyboard and Voice Specifications

Details keyboard types, number of keys, and voice sections.

Controls and Functions Summary

Lists the various controls and functions available on the Electone.

MIDI Functionality

MIDI Capabilities of Electones

Explains what MIDI can do with the Electone for musical expression.

MIDI Application Examples

Demonstrates sample connections using MIDI for expanded capabilities.

Glossary of Electone Terms

Glossary Terms A-D

Definitions for Electone terms starting with A through D.

Glossary of Electone Terms (Cont.)

Glossary Terms R-U

Definitions for Electone terms starting with R through U.

ME-15A MIDI Implementation Chart

MIDI Function Transmissions and Recognition

Details MIDI data transmission and recognition for ME-15A.

ME-55A/ME-35A MIDI Implementation Chart

MIDI Function Transmissions and Recognition

Details MIDI data transmission and recognition for ME-55A/ME-35A.

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