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Yamaha MM6 User Manual

Yamaha MM6
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Owner’s Manual
Bedienungsanleitung
Mode d’emploi
Manual de instrucciones

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Yamaha MM6 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Polyphony32 notes
Drum Kits22
Keyboard61 keys
EffectsReverb, Chorus
Chorus Types30
Sequencer8-track sequencer
Arpeggiator213 types
DisplayBacklit LCD
ConnectivityMIDI In/Out, USB, Sustain Pedal
Weight5.0 kg
Reverb Types25 types
Power SupplyPA-300 power adapter (included)

Summary

Special Message Section

Specifications Subject to Change

Information regarding potential changes to specifications without prior notice.

Notice Regarding Service Charges

States that service charges due to lack of knowledge are the owner's responsibility.

Environmental Issues and Battery Notice

Yamaha's commitment to safety and environmental friendliness, plus battery handling.

Disposal Notice and Name Plate Location

Guidelines for proper product disposal and location of name plate information.

FCC Information and Compliance

FCC Information (USA)

Information regarding FCC compliance for the product used in the USA.

Compliance Statement and UK Notice

Declaration of conformity with FCC rules and important notice for UK plug/cord.

Standby Power and Mercury Warnings

Multi-lingual warnings about standby power and mercury content in the lamp.

PRECAUTIONS D'USAGE

General Warnings (AVERTISSEMENT)

Covers warnings about electrical hazards, damage, and malfunctions to prevent serious injury or death.

General Cautions (ATTENTION)

Provides cautions on handling, placement, and environmental factors to prevent damage to the instrument.

Connexions

Maintenance and Usage Precautions

Guidelines for cleaning the instrument and general precautions for safe and damage-free use.

Data Backup Information

Information on backing up important data to USB storage or external devices.

About the Supplied Disk

Copyright Information

Information regarding copyright protection for software and content included with the product.

Accessories

Included Items Overview

Lists the items included in the instrument's packaging for user verification.

Main Features Overview

Key Instrument Capabilities

Highlights of the instrument's main features, including voices, arpeggio, and sequencing.

Configuration Setup

Electrical Connections and USB Setup

Instructions for connecting power, securing cables, using headphones, and connecting to a computer via USB.

Powering On and Adjusting Settings

Steps for powering the instrument on/off and adjusting master volume and screen contrast.

Control Panel Overview

Front Panel Controls and Features

Detailed description of all controls and features on the front panel of the instrument.

Rear Panel Connectors and Ports

Explanation of all connectors and ports located on the rear panel for external connections.

Playing the Instrument Guide

Demo Song Playback Guide

Step-by-step guide on how to play the instrument's built-in demonstration song.

Selecting and Playing Voices

How to select main voices, dual voices, split voices, and drum voices using the instrument's interface.

Using Arpeggio and Patterns

How to use the Arpeggio function and patterns for automatic accompaniment and melodic variations.

Pattern Playback and Accompaniment

Listening to Rhythmic Patterns

How to select and listen to basic rhythmic patterns to understand their sound.

Playing with Pattern Accompaniment

Guide to using patterns for automatic accompaniment, including FINGER mode and Sync Start.

Automatic Accompaniment Chord Playback

Explanation of simple and standard chord recognition for automatic accompaniment.

Song Management

Selecting and Listening to Songs

Steps to select preset, user, or USB songs and control playback.

Song Controls and Types

Using playback controls like fast forward/rewind and understanding different song types.

Performance Recording and Management

Recording Your Performance

Step-by-step instructions for recording performances, selecting tracks, and starting the recording process.

Managing Recorded Tracks and Songs

How to record additional tracks, re-record, reproduce user songs, save to USB, and convert to SMF.

Clearing Recorded Data (Song/Track Clear)

Procedures for deleting entire user songs or individual tracks from the instrument.

Saving and Initialization

Saving Instrument Settings

Information on which parameters are saved and retained even after power off.

Initializing the Instrument

How to erase all saved data and restore the instrument to its original factory settings.

Operating Principles and Screen Navigation

Basic Operation Flow

Outlines the fundamental steps: select function, select item, start/stop.

Screen Navigation and Control

How to use the dial, category buttons, and INC/DEC buttons for selecting and adjusting settings.

Understanding the MAIN and Utility/Edit Screens

Details on the MAIN screen and how to access and use UTILITY/EDIT screens for adjustments.

Elements of the MAIN Screen

Explanation of the various display elements on the MAIN screen for monitoring settings.

Using Instrument Controllers

Front Panel Controllers (Wheels and Buttons)

How to use the pitch bend, modulation wheels, and parameter adjustment buttons.

External Controllers (Foot Switches)

Information on connecting and using foot switches for sustain and other controls.

Sound Enhancement with Effects

Selecting Reverb and Chorus Types

How to choose and apply different reverb and chorus effects for desired ambiance.

Adding and Changing DSP Effects

Instructions for activating, deactivating, and selecting different types of DSP effects.

Useful Performance Functions

Metronome and Tempo Settings

How to use the metronome, adjust tempo, time signature, and beat length.

Touch Sensitivity and Master EQ

Adjusting keyboard touch response and optimizing sound with Master EQ presets.

Pitch and Octave Control

How to transpose pitch, fine-tune tuning, and shift octaves for performance.

Pattern Functions and Accompaniment

Pattern Variations and Sections

How to use pattern sections (A-D) and AUTO FILL IN for rhythmic variations.

Split Point and Accompaniment Chords

Setting the split point and understanding chord recognition for patterns.

Stop Accompaniment and Pattern Volume

How to play patterns with chords without rhythm and adjust their volume.

Chord Basics and Recognition

Understanding fundamental chord concepts and the types recognized by the instrument.

Song Settings and Management

Adjusting Song Volume and Tempo

How to set the playback volume and modify the tempo for songs.

Muting Song Tracks

How to mute specific tracks within a song to isolate or focus on certain parts.

Saving and Recalling Panel Settings

Saving Panel Settings to Performance Memory

Step-by-step guide to saving current instrument settings into performance memory banks.

Recalling Saved Panel Settings

How to load previously saved panel settings from performance memory banks.

Erasing Performance Memory Data

Procedure for deleting saved settings from performance memory to free up space.

Voice Editing

Selecting and Modifying Voice Parameters

Steps to navigate and edit individual voice parameters using the EDIT screen.

List of Editable Voice Parameters

Detailed list of all parameters for MAIN, DUAL, and SPLIT voices, with ranges and descriptions.

Utility Screen Settings

Selecting and Adjusting Utility Functions

Steps to navigate and modify various settings within the Utility screen.

List of Utility Screen Parameters

Comprehensive list of Utility parameters including effects, volume, MIDI, and metronome settings.

Data Storage and USB Management

USB Device Connection and Precautions

How to connect USB devices, precautions, and accessing file control options.

Formatting and Protecting USB Data

Instructions for formatting USB devices and using write protection for data safety.

Saving and Loading Data to/from USB

How to save user songs, patterns, and performances to USB, and load files from USB.

SMF Conversion and USB Playback

Converting user songs to SMF format and playing SMF files from USB storage.

Deleting and Loading USB Files

How to delete files from USB storage and play SMF songs directly from USB.

Instrument Connections

Audio and MIDI Connections

Connecting to audio equipment, MIDI devices, and understanding MIDI data flow.

USB Connections (Device and Host)

Connecting USB storage devices and computers for data transfer and control.

USB Device Usage Precautions

Important precautions for connecting, formatting, and handling USB storage devices.

Computer Connectivity and MIDI Settings

Installing USB MIDI drivers, connecting to a computer, and configuring MIDI settings.

About the Supplied Software

Software License Agreement Details

The terms and conditions governing the use of the supplied software, including usage rights and restrictions.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Sound and Playback Problems

Solutions for issues like no sound, strange sounds, pattern playback errors, and interference.

Understanding Instrument Messages

LCD Message Reference

A reference list of LCD messages and their explanations for error reporting and status updates.

Voice Reference

Maximum Polyphony Information

Specifies the maximum number of notes the instrument can play simultaneously.

Panel Voice List Details

Complete list of panel voices, their categories, bank select, and MIDI program change numbers.

Drum Kit Reference

Drum Kit List Details

Details the drum kits available, including assigned notes, MIDI numbers, and key-off information.

Performance List

Performance List Details (MM6/MM8)

Lists available performances for MM6/MM8, detailing patterns, sync start, voices, and chord fingering.

Pattern List

Categorized Pattern List

A list of all available patterns, categorized by genre, providing pattern numbers and names.

Master EQ List

Master Equalizer Types and Descriptions

List of Master Equalizer types and their descriptions for sound optimization.

Effect Type Reference

Reverb and Chorus Effect Types

Details on available reverb and chorus effects, including their MSB/LSB values.

DSP and Other Effect Types

Lists available DSP effects, EQs, delays, and other modulation effects with parameters.

Arpeggio Type List

Arpeggio Types and Parameters

Detailed list of all Arpeggio types, including length, tempo, and associated voice types.

MIDI Data Format and System Messages

System Exclusive Messages Explained

Details on MIDI messages for GM System, Master Volume, Tuning, Reverb, Chorus, and DSP types.

MIDI Implementation Chart

MIDI Message Transmission and Recognition

Chart detailing MIDI message transmission and recognition for instrument functions.

Technical Specifications

Instrument Specifications Overview

Detailed specifications of the instrument, including keyboard, tone generator, sequencer, and connectivity.

Limited Warranty Information

Warranty Coverage and Periods

Information on the labor and parts warranty duration and coverage for the instrument.

Consumer Responsibilities for Service

Outlines the consumer's responsibilities when seeking warranty service or repairs.

Warranty Exclusions and Limitations

Lists conditions and circumstances not covered by the limited warranty.

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