Need help?Do you have a question about the Yamaha PF85 and is the answer not in the manual?
General| Brand | Yamaha |
|---|---|
| Model | PF85 |
| Category | Synthesizer |
| Language | English |
Explains safety markings and cautions for Yamaha electronic products.
Details product testing, approval, modification warnings, and warranty implications.
Informs users that Yamaha may modify product specifications without prior notice.
Outlines Yamaha's commitment to user safety and environmental friendliness.
Clarifies owner's responsibility for service charges related to usage knowledge.
Indicates name plate location for recording model, serial, and purchase details.
Highlights key features like AWM, AE keys, velocity sensitivity, polyphony, and MIDI.
Provides essential safety and usage guidelines for operating the PF85.
Details the various controls and buttons found on the front panel of the PF85.
Explains the function of each jack and switch located on the rear panel.
Step-by-step guide for plugging in and turning on the PF85 unit.
Instructions on how to select different instrument voices (Piano, E Piano, etc.).
Guide to adjusting the master volume using the front panel slider.
How to activate and use the stereo chorus effect on the PF85.
Describes how to use the sustain pedal to hold notes played on the keyboard.
Explains how to switch between Soft and Key Hold pedal functions.
Details the effect of the soft pedal, which mutes the PF85's sound.
Describes the function of the key hold pedal for sustaining notes.
Allows changing the instrument's key in half-step increments.
Enables fine adjustment of the instrument's pitch in 3-cent increments.
Overview of configuring MIDI transmit/receive channels and modes.
Procedure for setting the MIDI channel for outgoing data transmission.
Configuration for MIDI data reception and Omni mode settings.
Control over whether the keyboard triggers internal sounds or external MIDI devices.
Illustrates connecting the PF85 to a Yamaha DX21 synthesizer.
Shows connecting the PF85 with multiple TX81Z tone generators.
PF85 setup with TX81Z, MFC-1, RX17 for drums and synth sounds.
PF85 system with QX5, SPX90, RX5 for advanced sequencing.
Comprehensive list of PF85 technical details including keyboard, voices, and effects.
Details on MIDI key on/off, key number, velocity, and data formats.
Explains MIDI control change parameters like sustain and pedal functions.
Details MIDI program change data for voice selection and management.
Covers MIDI channel mode settings like Omni, Local On/Off, and Polyphony.
Information on MIDI system messages for clock, reset, and exclusive data.
Describes how to switch MIDI modes using front panel buttons.
Procedure to change MIDI send/receive channels via keyboard keys.
Lists the default MIDI transmission, reception, and mode settings upon power-on.
Details which MIDI functions are transmitted and recognized by the PF85.
Explains the definitions and behaviors of different MIDI modes.
Essential precautions for safe use of the PF85 and other electronic products.
Instructions on power, ventilation, temperature, and safe operating locations.
Guidelines for product servicing, damage handling, and hearing safety.
Warns against modifying the unit, which may void FCC authorization.
Emphasizes using quality shielded cables for FCC compliance.
Explains FCC Class B compliance and how to mitigate interference.
To Next Page
