How to use the manual

Starting Up........................................................................................................................

page 14

Before going on to any other part of the manual, we strongly suggest you read this section first. It shows you how to get started playing and using your new 9000Pro.

Top Panel & Connections................................................................................................

page 10

Rear Panel & Connections ..............................................................................................

page 12

Use this section to find out about all of the buttons and controls of the 9000Pro.

Contents .............................................................................................................................page 8

All topics, features, functions, and operations are listed here in the order they appear in the manual, for easy reference.

Quick Guide .............................................................................................

page 16

Unless you enjoy reading manuals, you’re probably eager to start playing your new 9000Pro right now. If so, read this section.

Basic Operations .............................................................................................................

page 44

This section introduces you to the basic operating conventions of the 9000Pro, such as editing values and changing settings, and shows you how to use the convenient Direct Access functions.

Function Tree ....................................................................................................................

page 50

This lists all functions of the 9000Pro according to their hierarchical structure, letting you easily see the relationship of the various functions and quickly locate desired information.

Reference..........................................................................................................................

page 56

Once you’re familiar with everything above, lightly go over this comprehensive guide to all functions. You won’t need (or want) to read everything at once, but it is there for you to refer to when you need information about a certain feature or function.

Installing Optional Hardware ........................................................................................

page 180

This section provides detailed instructions for installing each of the 9000Pro's supported options (SIMM, Hard disk unit, and Plug-in Boards).

Appendix.........................................................................................................................

page 192

This contains various important lists such as the Voice List, Preset Style List, Effect List, MIDI Data Format,

and MIDI Implementation Chart.

 

Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................

page 188

If the 9000Pro does not function as expected or you have some problem with the sound or operation, consult this section before calling your Yamaha dealer or service center. Most common problems and their solutions are covered here in a very simple and easy-to-understand way.

Index................................................................................................................................

page 190

This section alphabetically lists virtually all topics, features, functions, and operations with their respective page numbers, letting you quickly and easily find the information you need.

DOC

The DOC voice allocation format provides data playback compatibility with a wide range of Yamaha instruments and MIDI devices, including the Clavinova series.

Style File Format

The Style File Format — SFF — is Yamaha’s original style file format which uses a unique conversion system to provide high-quality automatic accompaniment based on a wide range of chord types. The 9000Pro uses the SFF internally, reads optional SFF style disks, and creates SFF styles using the Style Creator function.

Plug for XG

This system offers powerful expansion and upgrade capabilities for XG-Plug-in-compatible tone generators.

The XG Plug-in System enables you to equip the 9000Pro with the latest and most sophisticated technology, ensuring that you keep pace with the rapid and multi-faceted advances in modern music production.

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