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Yamaha Portatone PSR-38 User Manual

Yamaha Portatone PSR-38
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Yamaha Portatone PSR-38 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandYamaha
ModelPortatone PSR-38
Number of Keys49
Voices/Tones100
MIDINo
TypeKeyboard
EffectsReverb
Weight4.5 kg
Power SupplyAC adapter or batteries
Polyphony8-note

Summary

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Power Supply

Instructions on powering the PSR-38 using batteries or an optional AC adaptor.

Using Batteries

Details on how to correctly install six 1.5V SUM-1 batteries.

Using an Optional Power Adaptor

Instructions for using a Yamaha AC adaptor for power.

Remove the Protective Film

Guidance on removing the protective film from the display screen before use.

Setting Up the Music Stand

Instructions for attaching the music stand to the control panel.

Taking Care of Your Porta Tone

Recommendations for maintaining the instrument's condition and performance.

General Safety Precautions

Important safety guidelines to follow when using the instrument, including connections and environment.

Health and Environmental Precautions

Warnings about avoiding excessive humidity, physical shock, direct sunlight, and heat.

NOMENCLATURE

Top Panel Controls

Identifies and describes the functions of the controls on the top panel of the PSR-38.

Rear Panel Connectors

Details the function of the DC input jack and other rear panel connectors.

SELECTING AND PLAYING VOICES

Selecting a Voice

Two methods for selecting any of the 100 available instrument voices.

Adjusting the Volume

How to adjust the master volume control while playing.

Adding Effects

Information on adding effects like Sustain to the instrument's sound.

DUAL VOICE:

How to select and play two different voices simultaneously.

Tuning: Fine Pitch Control

Adjusting the instrument's pitch over a specific range for tuning.

The SPLIT Mode: Separate Left-and Right-hand Voices

How to play different voices on the left and right sides of the keyboard.

USING THE ACCOMPANIMENT SECTION

Rhythm Accompaniment

Information about selecting and using different accompaniment styles.

Adjusting the Accompaniment Volume

How to adjust the volume of the accompaniment sound using specific buttons.

Setting the Tempo

Instructions on how to set the tempo for accompaniments using specific controls.

Auto Bass Chord Accompaniment

Overview of the sophisticated Auto Bass Chord system for backing.

Single Finger Accompaniment

How to produce accompaniment using single finger chord input.

Fingered Accompaniment

How to produce accompaniment using manual chord input.

SOLO STYLEPLAY

Feature that adds harmony, counter melody, and effects to melodies.

KEYBOARD PERCUSSION

THE CHORD SEQUENCER

Recording

Step-by-step guide to recording chord sequences.

Playback

Instructions on how to play back recorded chord sequences.

MIDI FUNCTIONS

A Brief Introduction to MIDI

Basic explanation of MIDI technology and its application in musical instruments.

The PSR-38 MIDI Connectors

Details about the MIDI IN and OUT connectors on the PSR-38.

Simple MIDI Control

How MIDI OUT transmits note/velocity data and MIDI IN receives it for control.

MIDI Sequence Recording

Using MIDI sequence recorders to record and play back performances.

PSR-38 MIDI Settings & Functions

A quick reference guide to MIDI settings and operations on the PSR-38.

MIDI Error Display

Information about how MIDI errors are displayed and how to resolve them.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

SPECIFICATIONS

FCC INFORMATION

IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT!

Warning against modifying the unit and its FCC compliance.

IMPORTANT:

Advice on using high-quality shielded cables and following installation instructions.

NOTE:

Information on FCC compliance and potential interference issues.

YAMAHA

YAMAHA CORPORATION

Company information and address.

Serial No.

Location and importance of the product's serial number.

Concerning the Warranty

Information regarding international warranty variations and contacting local retailers.

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