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Yamaha QY100 User Manual

Yamaha QY100
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Owner’s Manual
Owner’s Manual

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Yamaha QY100 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeMusic Sequencer
Polyphony32 notes
SequencerYes
Tone GeneratorAWM2
MIDI Channels16
Tracks16
Songs20 songs
EffectsReverb, Chorus, Variation
DisplayLCD
StorageSmartMedia card
Power Supply6 x AA batteries or AC adapter
ConnectorsMIDI In/Out, Headphone

Summary

Precautions

General Warnings

Essential safety guidelines to prevent injury, fire, or damage.

Power & Connections

Power Supply Options

Explains using AC adapters and batteries for power.

Using Batteries

Step-by-step guide for inserting and replacing batteries.

Device Connectors

Overview of the rear and side panel connectors for various inputs/outputs.

MIDI and Host Connections

Explains MIDI and computer connectivity options.

Audio Output

Instructions for connecting headphones or external sound systems.

The Controls

Front Panel Controls

Explains the functions of the main buttons and displays on the front panel.

Sequencer and Keyboard Controls

Details on sequencer transport buttons and the micro keyboard.

Volume, Gain, and Card Controls

Explains the volume, gain, and card interface controls.

QY100 System Overview

Sequencer and Accompaniment Tracks

Explains the role of sequencer and accompaniment tracks in composition.

Tone Generator Features

Describes the GM and XG compatibility and voice capabilities.

Effects, Controller, and Amp Simulator

Overview of the built-in effects, controller options, and amp simulator.

For Guitarists

Guitar Connection and Gain Adjustment

Steps for connecting a guitar and setting the input gain.

Customizing Amp Simulator Parameters

Detailed guide on adjusting preamp, chorus, and reverb parameters.

For Singers

Microphone Connection and Gain

Steps for connecting a microphone and setting the input gain.

Customizing Microphone Effect Parameters

Detailed guide on adjusting delay, chorus, and reverb parameters for vocals.

Record Your Own Chord Progression & Pattern Changes

Recording Pattern Changes

Steps for recording pattern changes within a song.

Record Modes Explained

Details on Realtime Replace and Overdub recording modes.

Recording Pattern and Tempo Changes

How to record pattern and tempo variations during playback.

Entering Chord Changes

Step-by-step instructions for inputting chord data using the micro-keyboard.

Add Some Details to Complete the Accompaniment

Voice Assignments for Tracks

How to select and assign voices to sequencer tracks.

Realtime Recording on Sequencer Tracks

Explains how to record parts onto tracks using realtime input.

Step Accompaniment Recording

Selecting Recording Tracks

How to choose the Pattern (Pt) or Chord (Cd) tracks for step recording.

Choosing the Step Record Mode

How to activate the specific Step Record mode for precise input.

Step Record Pattern Changes

Detailed explanation of entering pattern data in step mode.

Step Record Chord Changes

Detailed explanation of entering chord data in step mode.

Step Sequencer Track Recording

Selecting Tracks for Step Recording

How to choose which sequencer track to record onto.

Activating Step Record Mode

Steps to engage the Step Record mode for detailed input.

Setting Note Parameters

How to configure note length, velocity, and gate time for step recording.

Creating Original Accompaniment Patterns

Pattern Voice Mode

How to assign voices and adjust mixer settings for pattern tracks.

Combining Phrases in Pattern Mode

How to assemble phrases into patterns using the Pattern Mode.

The Effect Send Display

Explains how to control effect sends for each track in the VOICE mode.

Selecting Pattern Tracks and Phrases

How to assign phrases to specific pattern tracks.

Voice Editing

How to access and use the VOICE EDIT mode for sound modification.

Recording Original Phrases

Methods for creating custom phrases using realtime and step recording.

Play Effects

How to use Swing and Drum Table remapping to alter playback.

Playback Control

Song Display Overview

Explanation of the elements displayed during SONG mode playback.

Selecting and Playing Songs

How to choose songs for playback and initiate playback.

Velocity Meters and Mute/Solo

Explains velocity indication and track muting/soloing functions.

Adjusting Play Effects

How to access and apply Swing and Drum Table remapping.

The Song Voice Mode

Song Voice Mixer Overview

Explanation of the mixer interface for song tracks.

Mute/Solo Functions

How to mute or solo individual tracks within the song voice mixer.

Pan Pots and Volume Faders

How to adjust stereo panning and track volume levels for mixing.

The Song Jobs

The Pattern Jobs

Editing Songs & Patterns

Effects & Effect Editing

Utility Functions

Memory Card Functions

Appendix

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Solutions for common problems like no sound or distorted audio.

Error Messages Explained

List and explanation of various error messages the QY100 might display.

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