Yamaha DGX-505, DGX-305 manual Model Serial No Purchase Date, Disposal Notice, Battery Notice

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SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION

This product utilizes batteries or an external power supply (adapter). DO NOT connect this product to any power supply or adapter other than one described in the manual, on the name plate, or specifically recommended by Yamaha.

This product should be used only with the components supplied or; a cart, rack, or stand that is recommended by Yamaha. If a cart, etc., is used, please observe all safety markings and instructions that accom- pany the accessory product.

SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE:

The information contained in this manual is believed to be correct at the time of printing. However, Yamaha reserves the right to change or mod- ify any of the specifications without notice or obligation to update exist- ing units.

This product, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and head- phones or speaker/s, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. DO NOT operate for long periods of time at a high volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should consult an audiologist.

IMPORTANT: The louder the sound, the shorter the time period before damage occurs.

NOTICE:

Service charges incurred due to a lack of knowledge relating to how a function or effect works (when the unit is operating as designed) are not covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, and are therefore the owners responsibility. Please study this manual carefully and consult your dealer before requesting service.

This product may also use “household” type batteries. Some of these may be rechargeable. Make sure that the battery being charged is a rechargeable type and that the charger is intended for the battery being charged.

When installing batteries, do not mix batteries with new, or with batter- ies of a different type. Batteries MUST be installed correctly. Mis- matches or incorrect installation may result in overheating and battery case rupture.

Warning:

Do not attempt to disassemble, or incinerate any battery. Keep all bat- teries away from children. Dispose of used batteries promptly and as regulated by the laws in your area. Note: Check with any retailer of household type batteries in your area for battery disposal information.

Disposal Notice:

Should this product become damaged beyond repair, or for some rea- son its useful life is considered to be at an end, please observe all local, state, and federal regulations that relate to the disposal of products that contain lead, batteries, plastics, etc. If your dealer is unable to assist you, please contact Yamaha directly.

NAME PLATE LOCATION:

The name plate is located on the bottom of the product. The model number, serial number, power requirements, etc., are located on this plate.You should record the model number, serial number, and the date of purchase in the spaces provided below and retain this manual as a permanent record of your purchase.

ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES:

Yamaha strives to produce products that are both user safe and envi- ronmentally friendly. We sincerely believe that our products and the pro- duction methods used to produce them, meet these goals. In keeping with both the letter and the spirit of the law, we want you to be aware of the following:

Battery Notice:

Model

Serial No.

Purchase Date

This product MAY contain a small non-rechargeable battery which (if applicable) is soldered in place. The average life span of this type of battery is approximately five years. When replacement becomes neces- sary, contact a qualified service representative to perform the replace- ment.

PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL

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Contents Page Disposal Notice Battery NoticeModel Serial No Purchase Date Entsorgung leerer Batterien nur innerhalb Deutschlands Lead-in to co-axial type cablePrecautions Saving and backing up your data Backing up the SmartMediaGM System Level Copyright NoticePanel logos XGliteSupplied Accessories About the Supplied CD-ROMSpecial features of the DGX-505/305 All you need is one fingerContents PA-5D or Setting UpPower Requirements AC outletSetting Up Connecting to a computer USB terminal Music Rest Insert the music restStyle Category List Panel Controls and TerminalsSong Category List 0LESSON Repeat & Learn button 1PERFORMANCE Assistant button@9MAIN/AUTO Fill / f button Panel Controls and TerminalsDisplay Voice Category List Select a song Chord Type Play With Both HandsPress the Song button Press the Performance Assistant buttonPress the START/STOP button Indicator flashes in response to the song chord dataEasy Way To Play Piano Quick Guide Play on the keyboardPress the + button Melody Type Play With One FingerQuick Guide The Easy Way To Play Piano Sounds like a melodyYou Want To Play Jazzy Ad-lib Lines Displaying the ScoreYou Want To Play With the Correct Rhythm Playing With a Jazz FeelSong Secret Of the performance assistant technologyExternal Songs and the performance assistant technology PlaybackPress the Demo button Change the Song TempoPlay the Demo Song Try playing the keyboardPress Exit to return to the Main display Select a display languagePress and hold the Function button for longer than a second Language item Currently selected languageSelect the voice you want to play Select and Play a Voice MainPress the Voice button Play the keyboardPress and hold the Voice button for longer than a second Play Two Voices Simultaneously DualPress the Dual button Press the Voice button againPress the Split button Play Different Voices With the Left and Right Hands SplitTry Playing a Variety Of Instrument Voices Quick Guide Press the Voice button twice more Select the desired split voiceTouch Response Play the Grand Piano VoicePitch Bend Press the Portable Grand buttonDrum Kit Selection Procedure refer to steps 1 and 2 on Sound Effect Selection Procedure refer to steps 1 and 2 onSelect a style Play Along With Auto Accompaniment StylePress the Style button Press the START/STOP button againPress the Sync Start button Quick Guide Styles Auto AccompanimentPress the INTRO/ENDING/rit. button Start style playback by playing a chord in the accompaniPlay along with the style HarmonyStyles Auto Accompaniment Quick Guide Press the INTRO/ENDING/rit. button to endPress the Exit button Press and hold the Harmony button for longer than a secondSelect a harmony type Perform steps 1, 2, 3, and 5 onVariety Of Ways To Start and Stop Style Playback Immediate StartFollowing three methods can be used to stop style playback Stop and Enter Synchro Start ModeTap Start Immediate StopRotate the dial to select the song you want to listen to Select and Listen To a SongListen to the song Song displayed here can be playedPreset Song Categories Types Of SongsDisplaying the Song Score Using Songs Quick GuideFollow steps 1 and 2 of the procedure described on Press the Score button and a single-staff score will appearPress the Lyrics button Preset Songs That Can be Used For Lyrics DisplayDisplay the Lyrics Number NameSelect a song for your lesson Lesson procedure is as followsLesson 1 Waiting Select the part you want to practiceQuick Guide Select a Song For a Lesson Use the Lesson Mode button to select LessonPress the Lesson Mode button to select Lesson Shifting the keyboard left or rightSelect the song and part you want to practice steps 1 Press the Lesson Mode button twice to start LessonSelect a Song For a Lesson Quick Guide Play while following the score markerPress the Lesson Repeat & Learn button during a lesson Press the Lesson Mode button three times to start LessonPractice Makes Perfect Repeat and Learn Using the Easy Song Arranger Press the Easy Song Arranger buttonSelect a voice Quick Guide Change a Song’s StylePress the Voice button three times DisplaySpecify tracks and record Track ConfigurationMelody Chords Select the tracks you want to record to and confirm your Recording ProcedureQuick Guide Record Your Own Performance Selection on the displayRecord Your Own Performance Quick Guide Recording will start when you play on the keyboardWhen the recording is done … Stop recording by pressing the START/STOP or RECSong Clear Deleting User Songs Track Clear Deleting a Specified Track From a User SongInitialization Backup and InitializationBackup Display pages 52 Basic Operation and DisplaysBasic Operation Basic Operation and Displays Main Display DisplaysDisplay Names Function DisplayFunction ON/Off Icons Main Display ItemsStyle Auto-accompaniment Status Song Track StatusAdding Reverb Handy Performance FeaturesAdjusting the Reverb Send Level Use the dial to select a reverb typeAdding Chorus Handy Performance Features ReferenceAdjusting the Chorus Send Level Use the dial to select a chorus typePress the Metronome button to start the metronome Reference Handy Performance FeaturesMetronome Hold for longer than a secondPress the Touch button to turn touch response on One Touch SettingTouch Response Sensitivity Select voice number 000 steps 1 2 onPanel Sustain Adjusting the Voice ParametersAdjusting the Harmony Volume Play Only the Style Rhythm Setting the Split PointStyle Auto-accompaniment Functions Press the Style button or the Easy Song Arranger buttonAbout Style Number Adjusting the Style VolumePlay a Style With Chords but No Rhythm Stop Accompaniment Reference Style Auto-accompaniment FunctionsThere are two ways of playing auto-accompaniment chords Playing Auto-accompaniment ChordsStyle Auto-accompaniment Functions Reference Easy Chords Standard ChordsAll chords in the chart are C-root chords Chord Name/Abbreviation Normal Voicing Chord C DisplayLooking Up Chords Using the Chord Dictionary Chord Basics Reading Chord NamesMuting Independent Song Parts Song VolumeRepeat Play the song page 35 and pressChange the Key Of a Song Reference Song SettingsSmall Pitch Changes Tuning Song Fast Forward, Fast Reverse, and PauseMedia Select Song Settings ReferenceChange the Melody Voice Bank number Memorize Your Favorite Panel SettingsSaving Settings to the Registration Memory Memorize Your Favorite Panel Settings Reference Recalling a Registration MemoryFunction settings Locating and Editing the Function SettingsFunction Display List Function settings ReferenceCategory Setting Item title Range/Settings Description Reference Function settings Check that the file control icon appears in the Main display Using SmartMedia MemoryInserting a SmartMedia Card Can be selected/playedFormatting SmartMedia Cards Change the Media Select Setting to SmartMediaReference Using SmartMedia Memory Display prompts you for confirmationSaving Data Using SmartMedia Memory ReferenceDefault file name will automatically be created Cursor left Delete Dial Character Selects Cursor rightSelect the source user song Convert a User Song to SMF Format and SavePress the File Control button Press the Execute buttonSelect the file you want to load Loading Saved User data filesDeleting Data From a SmartMedia Card Playing Songs Saved To SmartMedia Save Your Easy Song Arranger Settings To SmartMediaEasy Song Arranger settings saved to SmartMedia Select the file you want to deleteChannel Messages Connecting To a ComputerWhat Is MIDI? System MessagesUSB Precautions Midi SettingsReference Connecting To a Computer USB ConnectionPC Mode = OFF Midi PC Mode Settings For Computer ConnectionConnecting To a Computer Reference #-1See page 82 for the procedure Transferring Song Files From a ComputerTo Use transferred Songs For Lessons or Score Display … Close the window to end the Musicsoft DownloaderStyle Files Click the memory mediumAccessory CD-ROM Installation Guide CD-ROM ContentsInstall the software Software InstallationAccessory CD-ROM Installation Guide Reference System RequirementsClick Next Reference Accessory CD-ROM Installation GuideInstalling the driver on Windows Restart the computerAccessory CD-ROM Installation Guide Reference Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause and SolutionCannot suspend or resume the computer cor- rectly Playback response is delayedHow can I delete or re-install the driver? Windows Me/98 Messages LCD Message CommentMessages Attach the stand bases Keyboard Stand Assembly DGX-505 OnlyAssembly Parts DGX-505 only Post-assembly checklist Keyboard Stand Assembly DGX-505 OnlyInstall the keyboard to the stand Attach the back boardSpecifications Voice List Panel Voice ListVoice List XGlite Voice/XGlite Optional Voice* ListString Voice number with an asterisk * is XGlite optional voice Drum Kit List MidiDrum Kit List Style List Style No Style NameMidi Songs Provided On the Supplied CD-ROM Preset SongsSong List Reverb Types Effect Type ListHarmony Types Chorus TypesMidi Implementation Chart Yamaha03Flanger1 Midi Data Format02Chorus2 Index Panel controls and terminalsMusicsoft Downloader 82, 84 Sibelius Scorch License Agreement Limited Warranty North America Http//www2.yamaha.co.jp/manual/english