Why does my Yamaha Portatone PSR-172 make noise when I use my mobile phone?
If you hear noise when using a mobile phone near your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard, it's likely due to interference. To fix this, either turn off your mobile phone or move it further away from the keyboard.
Why are some notes not heard when I play many notes at once on my Yamaha Portatone PSR-172 Electronic Keyboard?
If some notes are missing when you play many notes at once on your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard, it's because the keyboard can only play a maximum of 16 notes at the same time. This model is polyphonic up to 16 notes.
Why does the Multi Pad sound cut off on my Yamaha Portatone PSR-172?
If the Multi Pad sound on your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard is cut off or sounds strange, it might be due to the keyboard's polyphony limit. If a style or song is playing at the same time as a Multi Pad, some Multi Pad notes/sounds may be omitted from the accompaniment or song.
Why can't I hear the rhythm when playing Pianist styles on my Yamaha Portatone PSR-172 Electronic Keyboard?
If you can't hear the rhythm when playing Pianist styles (#081 - #100) on your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard, it's because these styles only have piano accompaniment, without drums or bass. The accompaniment can only be heard when accompaniment is set to ON and keys are played in the auto accompaniment section of the keyboard.
Why don't the notes on the display match the keys I play on my Yamaha Electronic Keyboard?
When auto accompaniment is on, the display shows the specific notes of the chords you play in the auto accompaniment section of the keyboard. If you play a single finger chord, or an inversion of a chord, the corresponding chord will be appropriately displayed — even if the display does not exactly match the pressed keys.
Why do the right-hand keys not make sound on my Yamaha Portatone PSR-172?
When using the Dictionary function on your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard, the keys in the right hand section are used only for entering the chord root and type, and will not produce any sound.
Why does the voice sound different from note to note on my Yamaha Electronic Keyboard?
The AWM tone generation method uses multiple recordings (samples) of an instrument across the range of the keyboard; thus, the actual sound of the voice may be slightly different from note to note on your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard.
Why does my Yamaha Portatone PSR-172 Electronic Keyboard make a popping sound when turned on or off?
The popping sound you hear when turning your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard on or off is normal. It simply means the keyboard is receiving electrical power.
General| Number of Keys | 61 |
|---|---|
| Polyphony | 32 |
| Voices | 100 |
| Styles | 100 |
| Display | LCD |
| Type | Portable Keyboard |
| Speakers | 2 x 2.5 W |
| Touch Sensitivity | No |
| Tones | 100 |
| Effects | Reverb, Chorus |
| Transpose | Yes |
| Tuning | Yes |
| Metronome | Yes |
| Headphone Jack | Yes |
| Power Supply | Batteries |
Important safety guidelines, notices, and electrical precautions for safe operation.
Guidance on environmental responsibility, battery handling, and proper disposal methods.
Information on locating the product's name plate and recording purchase details for record-keeping.
Compliance information regarding FCC regulations for digital devices and potential interference.
Essential warnings to prevent serious injury, electric shock, damage, fire, or other hazards.
Important cautions to prevent physical injury, damage to the instrument, or property damage.
Integrated learning tools designed to make music study and practice enjoyable and effective.
Activates a realistic piano sound and optimized settings for piano performance.
A feature for playing contemporary dance music with dynamic DJ sounds and rhythms.
Overview of other key features including realistic sounds, auto accompaniment, and custom LCD.
Detailed layout and function of buttons, dials, and displays on the front panel.
Identifies and explains the function of rear panel jacks for audio and MIDI connections.
Instructions for connecting the power supply, including AC adaptor and battery installation.
Guides on connecting headphones, sustain pedals, MIDI devices, and setting up the music rest.
Basic steps for activating the Piano mode and using the metronome for practice.
Instructions for selecting different instrument voices and exploring the DJ feature.
Steps for playing the included demo songs and selecting individual songs for playback.
Guide on adjusting the playback volume specifically for songs.
Instructions on how to activate and use the auto accompaniment for musical backing.
Explains how to use the dictionary feature to learn and play chords.
Details the four lesson steps (Timing, Waiting, Minus One, and Both Hands) for learning songs.
Information on performance grading, talking feedback, and tempo adjustment during lessons.
An introduction to the demo songs and how to play them for an overview of the instrument's capabilities.
Explains the various icons, indicators, and information shown on the instrument's multi-function display.
Steps to activate the Portable Grand mode for realistic piano performance.
Guide to configuring the metronome's time signature and adjusting its volume.
Instructions on how to use the DJ feature for playing contemporary dance music.
Basic steps for selecting and playing instrument voices from the panel.
Details on using the numeric keypad and +/- buttons for efficient voice selection.
Explores different voice categories like Harmony, Split, DJ, and Drum Kits.
Explains the One Touch Setting feature for automatic voice and setting recall.
Step-by-step guide to selecting and playing songs from the instrument's library.
How to change the melody voice of a song to a selected panel voice.
Adjusting song tempo, understanding beat display, controlling volume, and using playback buttons.
Instructions on setting start (A) and end (B) points to repeat song phrases.
Overview of the lesson feature and how to select songs for practice.
Explains the four types of lesson practices: Timing, Waiting, Minus One, and Both Hands.
Guides on selecting left/right parts, lesson steps, starting, and stopping lessons.
Focuses on practicing note timing within the rhythm.
Focuses on playing notes correctly at your own pace, with accompaniment waiting.
Focuses on practicing a muted part of the song while accompaniment plays.
Focuses on practicing both muted parts simultaneously.
Explains the built-in grading system that evaluates practice performance.
Describes the feature that provides spoken feedback on grades and lesson steps.
Guide to using the built-in chord dictionary for learning chord fingerings.
Steps for selecting and playing different musical styles and their associated rhythms.
Instructions for enabling, starting, and controlling the auto accompaniment for styles.
Using Tap Tempo and Sync Start for flexible style tempo control and initiation.
How to start specific style sections (Intro, Main A/B) and change chords for dynamic accompaniment.
Methods for stopping styles, changing tempo, using sections, and fill-ins.
Guide on adjusting the volume level of the auto accompaniment.
Explains Single Finger and Fingered methods for controlling auto accompaniment chords.
Explains the fundamental concepts of chords, including triads and intervals.
Guidance on reading, writing, and understanding chord names and notation.
Instructions on triggering musical phrases and effects using the Multi Pads.
Introduction to MIDI technology and its role in connecting musical instruments.
Practical examples and notes on using MIDI for recording and playback with external devices.
A comprehensive list of common issues encountered with the instrument and their corresponding solutions.
A detailed list of all instrument voices accessible directly from the keyboard panel.
Information on special voices that are automatically selected during song playback.
Details the mapping of MIDI notes to specific drum kit sounds for percussion.
A comprehensive list of all available musical styles for accompaniment.
An overview of the different multi pad banks and their contents.
Technical chart detailing MIDI message transmission, reception, and recognized parameters.
Further details on MIDI System Exclusive messages and mode settings for communication.
Technical specifications for the keyboard, display, and panel controls.
Specifications related to the instrument's voices, accompaniment styles, and features.
Details on power supply, physical dimensions, weight, and included/optional accessories.
Outlines the responsibilities of the consumer when seeking warranty service.
Lists conditions and circumstances under which the warranty is not applicable.
Contact details for Yamaha representatives in North and Latin American countries.
Contact details for Yamaha representatives in European and African countries.
Contact details for Yamaha representatives in Asian and Oceania countries.
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