What to do if Style, Riyaz, or Song won't start on my Yamaha PSR-I400?
If the Style, Riyaz, or Song does not start even when the [START/STOP] button is pressed, or the Arpeggio does not start even when the note is pressed with the Arpeggio turned on, check the on/off status of the External Clock. Normally, set this parameter to OFF.
What to do if the Yamaha PSR-I400 volume is too soft and the sound quality is poor?
If the volume is too soft, the sound quality is poor, the Style/Riyaz/Song/Arpeggio stops unexpectedly or will not play, the recorded data of the Song does not play correctly or the LCD display suddenly goes dark, and all panel settings are reset, the batteries may be low or dead. Replace all six batteries with completely new or completely recharged ones, or use the AC adapter.
Why does my Yamaha Musical Instrument make noise when I use my mobile phone?
If you hear noise when using a mobile phone close to the Yamaha Musical Instrument, it might be due to interference. To fix this, either turn off the mobile phone or move it further away from the instrument.
What to do if my Yamaha PSR-I400 produces no sound?
If no sound is produced when playing the keyboard, or a Song, Style, or Riyaz is being played back, check whether a set of headphones or an audio cable is connected to the [PHONES/OUTPUT]. Also, check the on/off status of the Local Control, normally, set this parameter to ON.
How to restore the normal sound on my Yamaha PSR-I400?
If the keyboard performance and playback of Style/Riyaz/Song produces an unexpected or inappropriate sound that cannot be restored to the normal status, it may be caused by using the LIVE CONTROL Knobs, which can produce dramatic changes in the sound. If you want to restore the original sound, change the Voice, Style, Riyaz or Song, or press the [HARMONIUM/PIANO] button to reset the panel settings.
Why are some voices cut off on my Yamaha Musical Instrument?
If not all of the Voices seem to sound, or the sound seems to be cut off, when playing the keyboard, Arpeggio, Style, Riyaz or Song, you might have exceeded the maximum polyphony of 32 simultaneous notes. If the Main, Dual, and Split Voices are being used along with playback of Arpeggio, Style, Riyaz or Song, some notes/sounds may be omitted.
Why does the sustain footswitch work in reverse on my Yamaha PSR-I400 Musical Instrument?
If the footswitch produces the opposite effect, the polarity of the footswitch is reversed. Make sure that the footswitch plug is properly connected to the [SUSTAIN] jack before turning on the power of your Yamaha Musical Instrument.
Why is there no sound from the right hand area on my Yamaha Musical Instrument?
If no sound is produced when playing keys in the right hand area of the keyboard, although chords played in the left hand area are recognized, it can happen when the Dictionary function is used. Check whether or not the Dictionary function is used.
Why aren't chords recognized on my Yamaha PSR-I400?
If the chords played in the left hand area cannot be recognized even when the ACMP is turned on, check the Split Point setting and set this to the appropriate value.
How to fix low volume on Style, Riyaz, or Song on Yamaha PSR-I400?
If the volume of the Style, Riyaz, or Song is too low on your Yamaha Musical Instrument, check the volume setting in the Functions.
General| Keyboard | 61 keys |
|---|---|
| Display | LCD |
| Amplifiers | 6W + 6W |
| Speakers | 12 cm x 2 |
| Sound Source | AWM Stereo Sampling |
| Chorus | 5 types |
| Master EQ | 5 types |
| Featured Styles | 35 Indian styles |
| One Touch Setting (OTS) | Yes |
| Recording | Yes |
| Metronome | Yes |
| Tempo Range | 11 - 280 |
| Transpose | -12 to 0, 0 to +12 |
| Scale Setting | Yes |
| Auto Power Off Function | Yes |
| Touch Response | Yes |
| USB to Device | No |
| Built-in Speakers | Yes |
| Power Supply | PA-150B or an equivalent recommended by Yamaha |
| Featured Voices | Indian Voices |
| Fingering | Multi Finger |
| Style Control | ACMP ON/OFF, SYNC START, START/STOP, INTRO/ENDING, MAIN/AUTO FILL |
| Data Capacity | 10, 000 notes |
| Lesson/Guide | Yamaha Education Suite |
| Tuning | 427.0 - 440.0 - 453.0 Hz |
| Connectivity | AUX IN, Headphones |
| Power Consumption | 8W |
| Effects | Reverb, Chorus, Master EQ |
| Song Recording | 2 Tracks |
| Voices | 622 voices (including 22 drum/SFX kits) |
Warnings and cautions for safe use and connection of the AC adaptor.
General warnings and cautions for safe operation of the instrument.
Identifies and describes buttons and controls on the front panel.
Identifies and describes terminals and controls on the rear panel.
Instructions for connecting and using the AC adaptor for power.
Steps for inserting batteries and information on battery types.
Setting battery type, checking power, and connecting headphones/audio.
How to turn the instrument on/off and manage auto power off.
Explains lesson types (Listen, Timing, Waiting) and how to practice.
Step-by-step guide for recording a new song from scratch.
How to record additional performances to an already recorded song.
How to memorize and recall panel settings using Registration Memory.
How to backup data and perform factory resets (Backup Clear, Flash Clear).
Adjusting transpose, tuning, and using the pitch bend wheel.
How to change the keyboard's touch sensitivity settings.
How to select EQ settings for optimal sound output.
How to select and use Dual and Split Voices.
How to edit parameters for Main, Dual, and Split Voices.
Describes parameters for Riyaz, Filter, Effect (Reverb/Chorus), and EG controllable via knobs.
Describes Release Time, Style Filter parameters, and usage ideas.
How to synchronize arpeggios and control playback via footswitch.
Lists common issues with the instrument and provides possible causes and solutions.
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