What to do if there is no sound on Yamaha PortaTone PSR-225GM Electronic Keyboard or connected MIDI device?
If Local Control is set to “off,” the Yamaha Electronic Keyboard voices will not be heard even when playing the keyboard. If Keyboard Out is set to “off,” the connected MIDI device will not produce sound when playing the keyboard.
What to do if there is no sound even when playing Yamaha PortaTone PSR-225GM?
Check that nothing is connected to the PHONES/AUX OUT jack on the rear panel of your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard. When headphones are plugged in, no sound is output.
What to do if the accompaniment does not sound properly on Yamaha Electronic Keyboard?
Make sure that the Accompaniment Volume is set to an appropriate level and that the Accompaniment Split Point is set to an appropriate value on your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard.
Why playing keys in the right hand section of Yamaha PortaTone PSR-225GM does not produce sound?
When using the Dictionary type (Chord Guide), the keys in the right hand section of your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard are used only for entering the chord root and type.
What to do if the selected voice does not sound properly on Yamaha Electronic Keyboard?
Make sure that the Main Voice Volume, Dual Voice Volume, and Split Voice Volume settings are appropriate on your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard.
What to do if the accompaniment does not play back even when pressing the START/STOP button on Yamaha Electronic Keyboard?
Change the External Clock setting to “off” on your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard.
Why does a strange flanging sound occur when using Yamaha PortaTone PSR-225GM with a sequencer?
If you are routing the MIDI OUT on the Yamaha Electronic Keyboard back to the MIDI IN, set Local Control to “off” to avoid MIDI “feedback.” When using the accompaniment with a sequencer, set MIDI Echo to “off.”
Why does the sound of voices or rhythms seem unusual on Yamaha Electronic Keyboard?
Replace the batteries in your Yamaha Electronic Keyboard. Low battery power can cause voices and rhythms to sound unusual.
Why can't I hear the rhythm when playing back Pianist styles on Yamaha PortaTone PSR-225GM Electronic Keyboard?
This is normal for Yamaha Electronic Keyboard. The Pianist styles have no drums or bass — only piano accompaniment.
Why is there a popping sound when Yamaha Electronic Keyboard is turned on or off?
This is normal and indicates that the Yamaha Electronic Keyboard is receiving electrical power.
General| Type | Portable Keyboard |
|---|---|
| Brand | Yamaha |
| Model | PortaTone PSR-225GM |
| Number of Keys | 61 |
| Accompaniment Styles | 100 |
| Effects | Reverb, Chorus |
| Display | LCD |
| MIDI | Yes |
| Speakers | 2 x 12cm |
| Polyphony | 32 |
| Connections | MIDI In/Out |
| Amplifier | 2.5W x 2 |
| Power Supply | AC Adaptor or Batteries |
Important safety and product notices.
Description of all instrument buttons, knobs, and jacks.
Instructions for connecting power and accessories.
Explanation of icons and information on the LCD screen.
Details on activating the piano sound.
A step-by-step introduction to basic features.
Detailed explanation of instrument settings and parameters.
How to select and use different instrument sounds.
Applying sound enhancement effects like Reverb and Chorus.
Using rhythm and chord backing for performances.
Tools for learning chords and progressions.
Programming and playing chord progressions.
How to select, play, and record songs.
Saving and recalling custom instrument configurations.
Methods for recording and editing musical performances.
Assigning and using the footswitch feature.
Connecting and controlling the instrument via MIDI.
Solutions for problems encountered during use.
Procedures for saving settings and restoring factory defaults.
Technical details and features of the instrument.
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