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General| Brand | Yamaha |
|---|---|
| Model | S-80 |
| Category | Synthesizer |
| Language | English |
Explains safety symbols and warnings related to product safety, including important cautions.
Covers crucial warnings, disposal, and maintenance notices for safe product use.
Provides essential safety guidelines to prevent injury, damage, or hazards during use.
Details the various controls and connectors on the front panel of the S80.
Explains the various ports and connectors located on the rear panel of the S80.
Explains how to connect the power cord and ensure correct voltage for operation.
Details how to connect external audio, MIDI devices, and controllers for expanded functionality.
Outlines the recommended sequence for powering on and off connected devices.
Details the steps to turn the synthesizer on and the initial display sequence.
Explains how to select different operational modes like Voice, Performance, and Utility.
Describes how to enter and navigate Voice and Performance Play/Edit modes.
Describes how to use knobs [A], [B], [C], [1], [2] for real-time parameter adjustment.
Details how to use the DATA knob for parameter value adjustment and cursor movement.
Describes how to select from six different Voice Memories (PRE1, PRE2, INT, EXT, PLG1, PLG2).
Guides on selecting a voice using the DATA knob or INC/YES and DEC/NO keys.
Explains how to select from internal and external Performance Memories.
Guides on selecting a performance number using the DATA knob or INC/YES and DEC/NO keys.
Guides on selecting performances using memory, bank, and program keys.
Explains how to adjust parameters for each part using graphic editors for volume, pan, etc.
Explains the AWM2 and Plug-in unit architecture for sound generation.
Details the operations available in Voice Play, Edit, and Job modes.
Explains how to play, edit, and manage Performances.
Explains how to select and play individual voices in Voice Play Mode.
Explains how to select arpeggio types, tempo, modes, and play effects.
Explains how to select a voice and enter Voice Edit Mode.
Outlines the steps involved in creating and editing voices from scratch or modifying presets.
Explains how effects are applied and connected per voice and element.
Describes how effects are applied to parts and the entire performance.
Guides on dividing the keyboard into zones for different sounds and MIDI assignments.
Explains how to divide the keyboard into four zones with separate MIDI channels for complex setups.
Covers MIDI transmit channels, tone generator, and MIDI output settings for zones.
Details octave, transpose, and note limit settings for each zone.
Explains enabling/disabling transmission of various messages like pitch bend, modulation, and knobs for zones.
Details the process of setting MIDI channels, note ranges, and parts for each zone.
Guides on layering multiple parts to create thicker sounds with overlapping key ranges.
Explains how to use the S80 with sequencers by assigning parts to MIDI channels.
Explains the elements of the display screen in Voice Play Mode.
Details how to select voices using memory, bank, and program number combinations.
Details how to edit common parameters and individual elements within a voice.
Guides on saving edited voices to internal memory or memory card.
Explains the difference between Drum Common Edit and Drum Key Edit for drum voices.
Details how to assign waveforms and set oscillator parameters for each drum key.
Covers setting output levels, pan positions, and effects send for drum keys.
Details pitch tuning and filter settings for drum keys.
Explains amplitude parameters and velocity sensitivity for drum keys.
Guides on editing plug-in board voices via computer or directly on the synth.
Details the interface for editing plug-in common parameters and element settings.
Guides on editing plug-in board voices using computer editor software.
Explains how to save/load edited board voice data to memory card and as plug-in voices.
Outlines how to execute jobs like initializing, recalling edits, or copying parameters for voices.
Explains how to reset voices to defaults or recall previous edits.
Guides on saving voice settings to internal memory or memory card.
Explains the main screen and how memory/program numbers are displayed.
Details how to select performances using memory, bank, and program number.
Details parameters for Volume, Pan, Reverb Send, Chorus Send, and Note Shift for each part.
Details how to edit common settings, part-specific settings, and zone settings for Master Keyboard Mode.
Explains how to switch between Master Keyboard Mode and Tone Generator Mode.
Guides on saving edited performances to internal memory or memory card.
Covers setting keyboard mode, splits, zones, and layers for master keyboard functionality.
Details setting voice/template and mix level parameters for each part.
Explains how to set filter and envelope generator parameters for each part.
Covers setting layer parameters, MIDI receive channels, and note limits for parts.
Details controller assignments and insertion effect settings for parts.
Explains how to set output level, pan, and effect send parameters for each part in a mix.
Details how to adjust tone using filters, envelope generators, and portamento for parts.
Covers setting initial volume, pan, bank select, and program change for zones.
Explains assigning control slider functions to each zone.
Outlines how to execute jobs like initializing, recalling edits, or copying performances.
Explains how to reset performances to defaults or recall previous edits.
Guides on saving edited performances to internal memory or memory card.
Covers overall parameters like volume, pitch, and tone generator settings.
Details volume, note shift, and tuning parameters for the tone generator.
Explains octave, transpose, and MIDI transmit channel settings for the keyboard.
Details setting MIDI receive and transmit channels, local control, and device numbers.
Explains how to restore the synthesizer's default factory settings.
Provides precautions for handling memory cards, including static electricity and environmental factors.
Details the process of formatting a memory card before its first use.
Provides important safety precautions to follow during installation.
Details the physical steps for installing and removing plug-in boards.
Provides solutions for problems related to the absence of sound output.
Offers solutions for problems where the arpeggiator does not produce sound.
Provides guidance for issues related to distorted or unclear audio output.
Addresses problems with low volume, incorrect pitch, choppy sound, and single-note output.
Provides solutions for when effects are not applied or plug-in boards are not functioning.
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