P 255 ENGLISH DIGITAL PIANO PIANO NUMÉRIQUE PIANO DIGITAL FRANÇAIS Owner’s Manual Mode d'emploi Manual de instrucciones ESPAÑOL EN Before using the instrument, be sure to read “PRECAUTIONS” on pages 4–5. FR Avant d’utiliser l’instrument, lisez attentivement la section « PRÉCAUTIONS D'USAGE » aux pages 4 et 5. ES Antes de utilizar el instrumento, lea las “PRECAUCIONES”, en las páginas 4–5. SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION This product utilizes batteries or an external power supply (adapter). DO Battery Notice: NOT connect this product to any power supply or adapter other than one This product MAY contain a small non-rechargeable battery which (if described in the manual, on the name plate, or specifically recom- applicable) is soldered in place. The average life span of this type of bat- mended by Yamaha. tery is approximately five years. When replacement becomes necessary, WARNING: Do not place this product in a position where anyone contact a qualified service representative to perform the replacement. could walk on, trip over, or roll anything over power or connecting cords This product may also use “household” type batteries. Some of these of any kind. The use of an extension cord is not recommended! If you may be rechargeable. Make sure that the battery being charged is a must use an extension cord, the minimum wire size for a 25’ cord (or rechargeable type and that the charger is intended for the battery being less ) is 18 AWG. NOTE: The smaller the AWG number, the larger the charged. current handling capacity. For longer extension cords, consult a local When installing batteries, never mix old batteries with new ones, and electrician. never mix different types of batteries. Batteries MUST be installed cor- This product should be used only with the components supplied or; a rectly. Mismatches or incorrect installation may result in overheating and cart, rack, or stand that is recommended by Yamaha. If a cart, etc., is battery case rupture. used, please observe all safety markings and instructions that accom- Warning: pany the accessory product. Do not attempt to disassemble, or incinerate any battery. Keep all batter- SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE: ies away from children. Dispose of used batteries promptly and as regu- The information contained in this manual is believed to be correct at the lated by the laws in your area. Note: Check with any retailer of time of printing. However, Yamaha reserves the right to change or mod- household type batteries in your area for battery disposal information. ify any of the specifications without notice or obligation to update existing Disposal Notice: units. Should this product become damaged beyond repair, or for some reason This product, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and head- its useful life is considered to be at an end, please observe all local, phones or speaker/s, may be capable of producing sound levels that state, and federal regulations that relate to the disposal of products that could cause permanent hearing loss. DO NOT operate for long periods contain lead, batteries, plastics, etc. If your dealer is unable to assist of time at a high volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you you, please contact Yamaha directly. experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should consult an NAME PLATE LOCATION: audiologist. The name plate is located on the bottom of the product. The model num- IMPORTANT: The louder the sound, the shorter the time period before ber, serial number, power requirements, etc., are located on this plate. damage occurs. You should record the model number, serial number, and the date of pur- Some Yamaha products may have benches and / or accessory mount- chase in the spaces provided below and retain this manual as a perma- ing fixtures that are either supplied with the product or as optional nent record of your purchase. accessories. Some of these items are designed to be dealer assembled or installed. Please make sure that benches are stable and any optional fixtures (where applicable) are well secured BEFORE using. Benches supplied by Yamaha are designed for seating only. No other uses are recommended. NOTICE: Model 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 Serial No. responsibility. Please study this manual carefully and consult your dealer before requesting service. Purchase Date ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES: Yamaha strives to produce products that are both user safe and environ- mentally friendly. We sincerely believe that our products and the produc- tion 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: PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL 92-BP (bottom) 2 P-255 Owner’s Manual Contents PRECAUTIONS .....................................................4 Using USB Flash Drives 30 P-255 Manuals.......................................................6 Working with USB flash drives............................... 30 Included Accessories .............................................6 Managing files on a USB flash drive...................... 31 Main Features 7 Copying a User Song recorded on the instrument to a USB flash drive .......................................... 32 Panel Controls & Functions 8 Deleting a User Song............................................. 33 Formatting a USB flash drive................................. 33 Connecting Other Equipment 34 Getting Ready Connecting audio equipment................................. 34 Setting Up 10 Connecting to a computer...................................... 34 Connecting other MIDI devices.............................. 35 Turning on the instrument ......................................10 Connecting an iPad or iPhone ............................... 35 Auto Power-Off.......................................................10 Adjusting the volume..............................................11 Performing Live 36 Setting up the music rest........................................11 Performing on-stage as part of a band .................. 36 Using headphones .................................................11 Singing and playing on your own........................... 38 Connecting pedals (Sustain pedal) ........................11 Using an optional pedal unit...................................12 Customizing with Function Parameters 40 Basic Function-parameter operations.................... 41 Main Operations Descriptions of Function parameters ..................... 41 Restoring factory settings ...................................... 48 Selecting & Playing Voices 13 Selecting Voices.....................................................13 Appendix Listening to the Voice demo songs ........................13 Layering two Voices with Dual mode .....................14 Display Messages ............................................... 49 Dividing the keyboard with Split mode ...................14 Troubleshooting .................................................. 50 Adding reverb.........................................................15 Voice List............................................................. 51 Adding effects ........................................................16 50 Piano Songs (Preset Songs).......................... 52 Transposing ...........................................................16 Specifications ...................................................... 53 Tuning the instrument ............................................17 Changing the touch sensitivity ...............................17 Index ................................................................... 54 Adjusting the tone ..................................................17 Boosting the overall sound.....................................18 Locking the control panel .......................................18 Using the Metronome 19 Playing Rhythm Tracks 20 Playing Songs 21 Supported song types ............................................21 Playing a song........................................................21 Convenient playback functions ..............................23 Recording Keyboard Performances 25 Simple recording of all parts (MIDI or Audio songs)................................................................25 Recording individual parts (MIDI songs) ................27 Deleting recorded parts individually (MIDI songs)..28 Changing Voice(s) and tempo, etc. after recording (MIDI songs) ......................................................28 P-255 Owner’s Manual 3 PRECAUTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING Please keep this manual in a safe and handy place for future reference. WARNING Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even death from electrical shock, short- circuiting, damages, fire or other hazards. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following: Power supply/AC power adaptor Water warning • Do not place the power cord near heat sources such as heaters or radiators. Also, do not • Do not expose the instrument to rain, use it near water or in damp or wet conditions, place on it excessively bend or otherwise damage the cord, or place heavy objects on it. any containers (such as vases, bottles or glasses) containing liquids which might spill into any • Only use the voltage specified as correct for the instrument. The required voltage is printed on openings.