Yamaha Portatone PC-100 User Manual

Instructions for inserting batteries into the instrument.

Information on using AC power or car battery adaptors.

Guidelines for careful handling of Playcards to prevent damage.

Diagram illustrating the location and labels of all controls.

Buttons and slots related to the Playcard System functions.

Controls for tempo, volume, rhythm, and instrument voices.

Power switch, Playcard slot, and external jacks for accessories.

Explains what Playcards are and how they store musical data.

Step-by-step guide to inserting Playcards into the instrument.

Guidelines for careful handling and storing of Playcards.

How to play music automatically via the PLAY button.

Playing the melody manually with accompaniment.

Using FREE TEMPO for learning at your own pace.

How to stop playback and adjust tempo/volume for balance.

How FREE TEMPO adjusts accompaniment to your playing speed.

Turning off Melody Lamps for independent practice.

Using the REPEAT button to practice specific music phrases.

Canceling repeats and programming sequential phrase repeats.

Adjusting the instrument's pitch with the Transposer.

How Playcard data is erased and memory is managed.

Using Playcards with the Auto Bass Chord system.

Practicing chords using the left hand with Playcards.

Choosing from various instrument sounds like Organ, Piano, Guitar.

Enabling notes to linger after keys are released.

Overview of the rhythm section and its controls.

How to select and play different rhythm patterns.

Starting rhythms automatically with music playback.

Fine-tuning rhythm speed and volume levels.

The function and use of the tempo indicator light.

Choosing rhythms for the Auto Bass Chord feature.

Instructions for playing chords with one finger.

Adjusting volume and tempo for the Auto Bass Chord.

Changing bass lines and rhythm patterns for variety.

How to play major, minor, and seventh chords.

Important notes on how chords change correctly.

How to cancel the Auto Bass Chord function.

Advice for practicing chords with the Playcard system.

Using the ARPEGGIO control to add a rippling effect.

Connectors for AC power and car battery adapters.

Jacks for expression pedal and external audio output.

Connector for private listening and practice.

Adapters for AC power and car battery use.

Headphones, speaker cabinet, and connecting cord.

Instructions for cleaning and maintaining the instrument.

Guidelines for handling, cleaning, and storing Playcards.

Details on keys, Playcard System, Orchestra, and Rhythm sections.

Specs for Auto Bass Chord, other controls, and jacks.

Amplifier, speaker, body, dimensions, and weight details.

Description of music available in the Playcard Library.

Information on FCC rules, interference, and solutions for USA users.

Solutions for problems like no music or missing accompaniment/rhythm.

Solutions for playing wrong instrument voices or rhythms.

Instruction to record the serial number for reference.

Information regarding international warranty and service policies.