Yamaha piano User Manual (English)

Questions and Answers:

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Alyssa WatsonAug 14, 2025
Why Yamaha piano Disklavier does not recognize USB flash memory?
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  Crystal AndersonAug 14, 2025
  If your Yamaha Disklavier does not recognize a USB flash memory, it might be because the Disklavier restricts the usage to seven identical USB flash memories by recognizing the ID information of the memories. If you are using USB flash memories other than the ones already recognized, shut down the Disklavier before using them. Also, certain USB storage devices may not function properly. For a list of compatible products, please visit www.yamaha.com/disklavier.
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Michael UnderwoodAug 17, 2025
What to do if no sound is heard from Yamaha Musical Instrument Monitor speakers?
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  Kathleen SharpAug 17, 2025
  If no sound is coming from the Monitor speakers of your Yamaha Musical Instrument Disklavier, ensure the Monitor speakers’ AC power cables are connected to the SWITCHED AC outlets on the Power Supply unit. Also, make sure that the POWER switches on both Monitor speakers are turned on and that the CF wireless LAN card is securely inserted into the Pocket Controller’s CF card slot. When you reinsert the card, be sure to reboot the Pocket Controller.
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Cindy VillarrealAug 21, 2025
What to do if Yamaha piano Disklavier cannot be controlled on the Pocket Controller?
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  mary75Aug 21, 2025
  If the Yamaha Disklavier cannot be controlled on the Pocket Controller, the Pocket Controller might be beyond the maximum operating range (approx. 20 m (65.6 ft.)). To solve this, move closer to the Disklavier.
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Darren CollinsAug 25, 2025
How to fix Yamaha piano Disklavier not reading CD-R/-RW?
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  Tiffany ChristianAug 25, 2025
  If your Yamaha Disklavier does not read a CD-R/-RW, the song files should be formatted in ISO 9660 LEVEL1. The Disklavier may not read song files other than this format.
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Daniel NelsonAug 28, 2025
Why Yamaha Musical Instrument playback order differs from order on another device?
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  Kelly WilliamsAug 28, 2025
  If the playback order of your Yamaha Musical Instrument Disklavier differs from the order on another device, it may be because the playback order depends on the recording software or other factors. Naming the file starting from numbers such as 01, 02, etc. may solve the problem.
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William NorrisAug 31, 2025
How to fix Yamaha Musical Instrument PianoSmart playback cannot be performed?
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  Brenda MorrisAug 31, 2025
  If PianoSmart playback cannot be performed on your Yamaha Musical Instrument Disklavier, make sure that the numbers indicated on both the SmartPianoSoft floppy disk and the paired CD are the same.
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vsummersSep 3, 2025
Why some notes drop out during Yamaha piano Musical Instrument Disklavier playback?
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  Frank SchneiderSep 3, 2025
  If some notes drop out during playback on your Yamaha Musical Instrument Disklavier, especially in Acoustic mode when a piano song is played back at a low volume, some notes in trill or tranquil part may drop out. This is a characteristic of the Disklavier and not a malfunction.
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Ann BrownSep 6, 2025
Why Yamaha piano I/O Center becomes hot?
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  ychenSep 7, 2025
  If the I/O Center of your Yamaha Musical Instrument Disklavier becomes hot while the Disklavier is turned on (also in Standby mode), this is not a malfunction.
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amyortizSep 10, 2025
Why noise is heard from Yamaha piano Musical Instrument I/O Center?
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  Maxwell FergusonSep 10, 2025
  If you hear noise from the I/O Center of your Yamaha Musical Instrument Disklavier, it is because the I/O Center contains HDD (Hard Disk Drive) and the HDD makes a disk spinning noise. This is not a malfunction.

Yamaha piano Specifications

General

Brand	Yamaha
Model	piano
Category	Musical Instrument
Language	English

Summary

SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION

PRODUCT SAFETY MARKINGS

Explanation of safety symbols such as exclamation points and lightning flashes.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Yamaha electronic products are tested by independent labs. Do not modify unit.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

General safety precautions for using electrical/electronic products.

STATEMENTS REGARDING THE WIRELESS LAN CARD

FCC AND INDUSTRY CANADA INFORMATION (U.S.A , CANADA)

Compliance with FCC Rules, warnings about modifications, and information for installers.

FOR U.S.A.

FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.)

IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT!

Important Precautions

Warning

Precautions against heat, humidity, dust, improper connections, and heavy objects.

Cautions

Cautions about connecting devices, volume levels, hearing damage, and abnormalities.

CHAPTER 1 Getting Started

Pocket Controller

Details the front panel controls and features of the Pocket Controller.

Setting Up the Disklavier

Instructions for installing the Media Center unit onto the Disklavier.

Preparing the Pocket Controller

Step-by-step guide for inserting the LAN card and preparing the battery.

Initial Settings of the Pocket Controller

Procedures for calibrating the touch screen and setting the current date and time.

CHAPTER 2 Song Playback Features

Changing the Playback Tempo

How to adjust the tempo of a song during playback.

Playing Back Songs in a Different Key (Transposition)

How to change the playback key of a song to suit vocalists.

Repeating Song Playback

Instructions for setting different repeat modes for songs.

Repeating a Specific Section of a Song (A-B Repeat)

How to set start (A) and end (B) points for repeating a song section.

Playing Back Only the Desired Piano Part

How to mute or solo specific parts (left, right, pedal, accompaniment) of a song.

Adjusting the Volume Balance among the Keyboard Playing, Ensemble Sound, Software Playback, and Microphone’s Input

How to adjust the volume balance between different sound sources.

Temporarily Changing the Voice of a Track

How to change the instrument voice assigned to an ensemble track.

Editing Tracks

Presetting Playback Control Options for Each Song

SmartKey™ Playback

Guide to playing melodies by following on-screen key prompts.

Adding Disklavier Accompaniment to Commercial CD Songs (PianoSmart)

Video Synchronized Playback

CHAPTER 3 Piano Playing Features

Playing the Disklavier along with the Internal Metronome

How to use the metronome for practice and tempo control.

Playing the Disklavier Accompanied by the Additional Voice(s) (Performance Mode)

How to play piano accompanied by other voices from the tone generator.

Adding Expressive Effect to Your Play

Adding Chords to a Melody Line (Harmony Mode)

Playing the Disklavier in Harmony Mode

Applying Reverb Effects to the Digital Piano

CHAPTER 4 Recording

Recording a New Song

Guide to recording a new song and selecting parts to record.

Quick Recording

Recording the Left- and Right-Hand Parts Separately (Overwrite Recording)

How to record parts separately or overwrite existing recordings.

Video Synchronized Recording

Instructions for setting up and performing video synchronized recording.

CD Synchronized Recording

Recording Ensemble Parts

How to record ensemble parts with different instrument voices.

Overdubbing an Existing Part

How to add a new performance layer to an existing song.

Recording Songs Based on Measures and Beats (Metronome Mode Recording)

Recording mode synchronized with internal metronome beats.

Quantize Function

Changing the Default Tempo

CHAPTER 7 Enhancing the Disklavier Features by Hooking Up a MIDI Device

Hooking Up a MIDI Device

Setting Up the Disklavier for MIDI Data Reception (MIDI IN)

How to configure the Disklavier to receive MIDI data via IN terminal or USB.

Setting Up the Disklavier for MIDI Data Transmission (MIDI OUT)

How to configure the Disklavier to transmit MIDI data via OUT terminal or USB.

Setting Up the Disklavier for Keyboard Playing Data Transmission (KBD OUT)

How to configure transmission of keyboard playing data, including split points and transposition.

CHAPTER 8 Troubleshooting

The Disklavier does not turned on.

Checks for power supply, connections, and unit status when Disklavier won't turn on.

No sound is heard from the supplied Monitor speakers.

Checks for speaker connections, power, volume settings, and balance.

The Disklavier cannot be controlled on the Pocket Controller.

Troubleshooting steps for Pocket Controller connectivity and range issues.

The Disklavier does not read a song file.

The Disklavier does not recognize an USB flash memory.

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