What to do if there is no sound from my Yamaha Electronic Keyboard?
Check the PHONES/OUTPUT jack on the rear panel of your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard. If headphones are plugged in, no sound will be output through the speakers. Unplug the headphones to restore sound.
What to do if my Yamaha Portatone PSR-160 makes noise when using a mobile phone?
If you experience noise when using a mobile phone close to the Yamaha Electronic Keyboard, it's likely due to interference. To resolve this, either turn off the mobile phone or increase the distance between the phone and the keyboard.
Why are some notes not heard when playing many notes at once on my Yamaha Portatone PSR-160 Electronic Keyboard?
The Yamaha Electronic Keyboard is polyphonic, with a maximum of 16 notes that can be played simultaneously. If you press more than 16 keys at the same time, some notes will not be heard.
How to turn on auto accompaniment on Yamaha Electronic Keyboard?
To use the auto accompaniment feature on your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard, first ensure that the Style mode is active. Press the [STYLE] button to enable style operations, then try using the auto accompaniment.
Why does the sound of voices or rhythms sound strange on my Yamaha Portatone PSR-160 Electronic Keyboard?
If the voices or rhythms sound unusual on your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard, the battery power may be low. Try replacing the batteries.
Why does the Multi Pad sound cut off or sound strange on my Yamaha Portatone PSR-160?
If the Multi Pad sound is cut off or sounds unusual while a style or song is playing on your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard, it's because the keyboard is polyphonic up to a maximum of 16 notes. Some notes/sounds of the Multi Pad may be omitted (or “stolen”) from the accompaniment or song.
Why can't I hear rhythm when playing Pianist styles on my Yamaha Portatone PSR-160?
When playing Pianist styles (#081 - #100) on your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard, it is normal not to hear drums or bass, as these styles only include piano accompaniment. The accompaniment can only be heard when it is set to ON and keys are played in the auto accompaniment section.
Why does playing keys in the right hand section of my Yamaha Portatone PSR-160 not produce sound?
When using the Dictionary function on your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard, the keys in the right-hand section are used for entering the chord root and type, and will not produce a sound.
Why don't the notes on the display match the keys I play on my Yamaha Portatone PSR-160?
When auto accompaniment is active on your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard, the display shows the specific notes of the chords played in the auto accompaniment section. The displayed chord will correspond appropriately even if it doesn't exactly match the pressed keys, such as with single-finger chords or inversions.
Why does the voice sound change from note to note on my Yamaha Portatone PSR-160 Electronic Keyboard?
The AWM tone generation method used in the Yamaha Electronic Keyboard utilizes multiple recordings (samples) of an instrument across the keyboard's range. Consequently, the sound of the voice may differ slightly from note to note.
General| Brand | Yamaha |
|---|---|
| Model | Portatone PSR-160 |
| Category | Electronic Keyboard |
| Language | English |
Details on FCC compliance and potential interference.
Important safety warnings and cautions for instrument use.
Identification and function of front panel buttons and displays.
Connecting AC adaptor or installing batteries for power.
How to use the auto accompaniment for backing tracks.
Detailed guide to the keyboard's music learning functions.
How to select and play instrument voices using numeric keypad.
Adjusting the key or pitch of the instrument.
How to adjust the fine pitch setting for accuracy.
Guide to choosing and starting songs.
Overview of the four lesson steps for music learning.
Enabling the performance evaluation and grading system.
How to look up and play chords using the built-in dictionary.
Choosing from 100 available accompaniment styles.
Enabling, starting, and stopping the auto accompaniment.
Methods for playing chords to control auto accompaniment.
Solutions for common operational problems and sound issues.
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