Yamaha PSR-550

How to use the manual

Setting Up page 12

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 PSR-550.

Important Features page 8

Once you’ve set up the PSR-550, you should read through this section

— and explore the relevant page references — to familiarize yourself

with the enormous variety of features and functions of the PSR-550.

Basic Operation page 17

This section introduces you to the basic operating conventions of the

PSR-550, such as editing values and changing settings, and shows

you how to use the convenient Help and Direct Access functions.

Contents page 6

All topics, features, functions and operations are listed here in the

order they appear in the manual, for easy reference.

Panel Controls page 10

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

PSR-550.

Panel Display Indications page 16

This section explains the display indications of the PSR-550 and how

to read them for optimum operation.

Function Tree page 22

This lists all functions of the PSR-550 according to their hierarchical

structure, letting you easily see the relationship of the various func-

tions and quickly locate desired information.

Appendix page 123

This contains various important lists such as the Voice list, Preset

Style list, Effect list, MIDI data format and MIDI implementation chart.

Troubleshooting page 135

If the PSR-550 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-under-

stand way.

Index page 153

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.

The illustrations and LCD screens as shown in this owner’s manual are for instructional pur-

poses only, and may be different from your instrument.