Yamaha P 35 Instruction Manual

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Accessories
• Owner’s Manual
• AC Power Adaptor*
• Online Member Product Registration**
• Footswitch
* May not be included depending on your particular area. Please check with your Yamaha dealer.
** The PRODUCT ID on the sheet will be needed when you fill out the User  Registration form.
•Music Rest
Insert into the slot
Thank you for purchasing this Yamaha Digital Piano!
We recommend that you read this manual carefully so  that you can fully take advantage of the advanced 
and convenient function s of the instrument.
We also recommend that you keep  this manual in a safe and handy place for future reference.
Contents
Accessories............................................................. 3
About the Manuals .................................................. 4
PRECAUTIONS ...................................................... 4
Introduction
Panel Controls and Terminals 6
Setting Up7
Turning the Power On/Off ....................................... 7
Setting the Volume.................................................. 7
Using Headphones ................................................. 7
Using a Footswitch.................................................. 7
Reference
Selecting & Playing Voices 8
Selecting a Voice .................................................... 8
Layering Two Voices (Dual) .................................... 8
Playing Duo............................................................. 9
Adding Variations to the Sound – Reverb ............... 9
Setting the a Touch Sensitivity.............................. 10
Transposing the Pitch in Semitones ..................... 10
Fine-Tuning the Pitch ............................................ 11
Listening to the Songs 12
Listening to the Demo Songs ................................ 12
Listening to the Preset Songs ............................... 12
Using the Metronome13
Selecting a Beat .................................................... 13
Adjusting the Tempo.............................................. 13
Adjusting the Volume of the Metronome ............... 13
Auto Power Off Function 14
About MIDI 14
Connecting to the MIDI [IN] [OUT] terminals ......... 14
MIDI Capabilities ................................................... 15
MIDI Settings ......................................................... 15
Appendix
Troubleshooting16
Specifications16
Quick Operation Guide 17 
						

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In addition to this Owner’s Manual, the following Online materials (PDF files) are available. 
MIDI Reference
Contains MIDI-related information, such as the MIDI Implementation Chart.
MIDI Basics (only in English, French, German and Spanish)
Contains basic explanations about what MIDI is and can do.
To obtain the documents above, access the Yamaha Manual Library, enter your model name in the Model Name 
area, then click [SEARCH]. Yamaha Manual Library
http://www.yamaha.co.jp/manual/
PRECAUTIONS
PLEASE READ CAREFULL Y 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 po ssibility of serious injury or even death from electrical 
shock, short-circuiting, damages, fire or other hazards. Thes e precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Do not place the power cord near heat sources such as heaters or radiators. Also, 
do not excessively bend or otherwise damage the cord, or place heavy objects on 
it.
• Only use the voltage specified as correct  for the instrument. The required voltage 
is printed on the name plate of the instrument.
• Use the specified adaptor (page 16) only.  Using the wrong adaptor can result in 
damage to the instrument or overheating.
• Check the electric plug periodically and remove any dirt or dust which may have  accumulated on it.
• This instrument contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not open the instrument  or attempt to disassemble or modify the  internal components in any way. If it 
should appear to be malfunctioning, discontinue use immediately and have it 
inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel. • Do not expose the instrument to rain, 
use it near water or in damp or wet 
conditions, place on it any containers (such as vases, bottles or glasses) 
containing liquids which might spill into any openings. If any liquid such as 
water seeps into the instrument, turn off the power immediately and unplug the 
power cord from the AC outlet. Then h ave the instrument inspected by qualified 
Yamaha service personnel.
• Never insert or remove an electric plug with wet hands.
• Do not put burning items, such as candles, on the unit. A burning item may fall  over and cause a fire.
• When one of the following problems occur, immediately turn off the power switch  and disconnect the electric plug from the outlet. Then have the device inspected 
by Yamaha service personnel.
- The power cord or plug becomes frayed or damaged.
- It emits unusual  smells or smoke.
- Some object has been dropped into the instrument.
- There is a sudden loss of sound during use of the instrument.
About the Manuals
Power supply/AC power adaptor
Do not open
Water warning
Fire warning
If you notice any abnormality
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 CAUTION
Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of  physical injury to you or others, or damage 
to the instrument or other property. These precautio ns include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Do not connect the instrument to an electrical outlet using a multiple-connector. 
Doing so can result in lower sound quality, or possibly cause overheating in the 
outlet.
• When removing the electric plug from the instrument or an outlet, always hold  the plug itself and not the cord. Pulling by the cord can damage it.
• Remove the electric plug from the outlet whe n the instrument is not to be used for 
extended periods of time, or during electrical storms.
• Do not place the instrument in an unstable position where it might accidentally  fall over.
• Before moving the instrument, remove all connected cables, to prevent damage  to the cables or injury to anyone who might trip over them.
• When setting up the product, make sure that  the AC outlet you are using is easily 
accessible. If some trouble or malfunction occurs, immediately turn off the power 
switch and disconnect the plug from the outlet. Even when the power switch is 
turned off, electricity is still flowing to  the product at the minimum level. When 
you are not using the product for a long  time, make sure to unplug the power 
cord from the wall AC outlet.
• Use only the stand specified  for the instrument. When attaching the stand or rack, 
use the provided screws only. Failure to do so could cause damage to the internal 
components or result in the instrument falling over. • Before connecting the instrument to othe
r electronic components, turn off the 
power for all components. Before turning the power on or off for all components, 
set all volume levels to minimum.
• Be sure to set the volumes of all components at their minimum levels and  gradually raise the volume controls wh ile playing the instrument to set the 
desired listening level.
• Do not insert a finger or hand in any gaps on the instrument.
• Never insert or drop paper, metallic, or other objects into the gaps on the panel or  keyboard. This could cause physical injury to you or others, damage to the 
instrument or other property, or operational failure.
• Do not rest your weight on, or place heavy objects on the instrument, and do not  use excessive force on the buttons, switches or connectors.
• Do not use the instrument/device or headphones for a long period of time at a  high or uncomfortable volume level, since this can cause permanent hearing 
loss. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, consult a 
physician.
Always turn the power off when the instrument is not in use. 
Even when the [ ] (Standby/On) switch is in standby status (power  lamp is off), electricity is still flowing to the instrument at the minimum level. 
When you are not using the instrument for a long time, make sure you unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet.
Notice
To avoid the possibility of malfunction/ damage to the product, 
damage to data, or damage to other property, follow the notices 
below.
 Handling and Maintenance• Do not use the instrument in the vicinity of a TV, radio, stereo equipment, mobile 
phone, or other electric devices. Otherwise, the instrument, TV, or radio may 
generate noise.
• Do not expose the instrument to excessive dust or vibrations, or extreme cold or  heat (such as in direct sunlight, near  a heater, or in a car during the day) to 
prevent the possibility of panel disfigura tion, damage to the internal components 
or unstable operation. (Verified operating temperature range: 5° – 40°C, or 41° – 
104°F.)
• Do not place vinyl, plastic or rubber objects on the instrument, since this might  discolor the panel or keyboard.
• When cleaning the instrument, use a soft, dry/dry or slightly damp cloth. Do not  use paint thinners, solvents, cleaning fluids, or chemical-impregnated wiping 
cloths.
Information
 About copyrights• Copying of the commercially available musical data including but not limited to 
MIDI data and/or audio data  is strictly prohibited except for your personal use.
• This product incorporates and bundles computer programs and contents in which  Yamaha owns copyrights or with respect  to which it has license to use others’ 
copyrights.  Such copyrighted materials include, without limitation, all computer 
software, style files, MIDI files, WAVE da ta, musical scores and sound recordings. 
Any unauthorized use of such programs and contents outside of personal use is 
not permitted under relevant laws.  An y violation of copyright has legal 
consequences.  DON’T MAKE, DIST RIBUTE OR USE ILLEGAL COPIES.
About functions/data bundled with the instrument• Some of the preset songs have been edited for length or arrangement, and may 
not be exactly the same as the original.
 About this manual• The illustrations and LCD screens as shown in this manual are for instructional 
purposes only, and may appear somewhat different from those on your 
instrument.
• The company names and product names in this manual are the trademarks or  registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Power supply/AC power adaptor
Location
Connections
Handling caution
Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage  caused by improper use or modifications to the instrument, or data that is lost or  destroyed.
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Introduction
Panel Controls and Terminals
q[ ] (Standby/On) switch ....................... page 7
For turning the power on or setting to standby.
w[MASTER VOLUME] slider ..................... page 7
For adjusting the volume of the entire sound.
e[GRAND PIANO/FUNCTION] button...... page 8
For instantly calling up the Grand Piano 1 Voice.
FUNCTION
You can set various parameters by pressing a note 
on the keyboard while holding this button.
rMIDI [IN] [OUT] terminals .....................page 14
For connecting another MIDI instrument or a com-
puter.
t[SUSTAIN] jack ....................................... page 7
For connecting the included footswitch, an 
optional footswitch or foot pedal.
y[PHONES] jack ....................................... page 7
For connecting a set of standard stereo head-
phones.
uDC IN jack ............................................... page 7
For connecting the power adaptor.
qwe
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C0 C1 C2 C3C4C5 C6C7A-1
Shows the jacks and terminals as seen when viewed
from the rear of the instrument.
Speakers are built into the instrument at the bottom. 
Though you can enjoy playing the instrument even when 
putting it on a desk or table, we recommend that you use 
an optional keyboard stand for better sound.
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Setting Up
1Connect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack.
2Plug the AC power adaptor into an AC outlet.
3Press the [ ] (Standby/On) switch to turn on the 
power.
The power lamp located to the left of the [ ] 
(Standby/On) switch lights up. To turn off the 
power, press this switch again. 
When you start playing, use the [MASTER VOL-
UME] slider to adjust the volume of the entire key-
board sound.  Any pair of stereo headphones with a 1/4” stereo 
phone plug can be plugged in here for convenient 
monitoring. The speakers are automatically shut off 
when a plug is inserted into this jack.
The [SUSTAIN] jack is for connecting the included 
footswitch, which works in the same way as a damper 
pedal on an acoustic piano. Also an optional FC3 foot 
pedal or FC4/FC5 footswitch can be connected to this 
jack. The FC3 lets you use the Half Pedal function.
Half Pedal function
If you are playing the piano with sustain and want a 
clearer, less muddled sound (especially in the bass 
register), let up on your foot from the pedal to half 
position or higher.
Turning the Power On/Off
• Use only the specified adaptor (page 16). Using the 
wrong adaptor can result in damage to the instrument 
or overheating.
• Even when the [ ] (Standby/On) switch is in standby  status (power lamp is off), electricity is still flowing to 
the instrument at the minimum level.
When you are not using the instrument for a long time, 
make sure you unplug the power cord from the wall AC 
outlet.
• Note that the power is automatically turned off if this  instrument is not operated for 30 minutes . For details , 
see page 14.
Setting the Volume
WARNING
CAUTION
AC power 
adaptor AC outlet
1
2
3
IMPORTANT
Increases.
Decreases.
Using Headphones
• To protect your hearing, avoid listening with the head-
phones at a high volume level for long periods of time.
Using a Footswitch
• Do not press the footswitch when turning the power on. Doing this changes the recognized polarity of the footsw itch, resulting in reversed footswitch 
operation.
• Make sure that power is OFF when connecting or disconnecting the foot- switch or pedal.
Standard stereo 
phone plug
CAUTION
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Reference
Selecting & Playing Voices
To select the Grand Piano Voice:
Simply press [GRAND PIANO/FUNCTION] to 
instantly call up the Grand Piano 1 Voice--no matter 
what other Voice is called up or other settings are made.
To select another Voice: 
While holding [GRAND PIANO/FUNCTION], press 
one of the C0 – A0 keys. 
Voice List
After selecting the desired Voice, play the 
keyboard.
You can play Voices simultaneously across the entire 
range of the keyboard. 
1Engage Dual. 
While holding down [GRAND PIANO/FUNC-
TION], simultaneously press two keys from C0 –
A0.
The Voice assigned to the left side key is as Voice 
1, while the Voice assigned to the right side key is 
as Voice 2. 
To shift the Octave for each Voice:
While holding down [GRAND PIANO/FUNC-
TION], press one of the F5 – A#5 keys. 
To adjust the Balance between two Voices:
While holding down [GRAND PIANO/FUNC-
TION], press the B5 key to decrease by one, C6 to 
increase by one, or C #6 to set to 0 (equal balance). 
The setting range is from -6 to +6. Settings above 
“0” increase the volume of Voice1, and vice versa. 
2To exit from Dual, simply press [GRAND 
PIANO/FUNCTION]. 
Selecting a Voice
KeyVoice 
NameDescription
C0GRAND 
PIANO 1 Recorded samples from a full concert grand 
piano. Perfect for classical compositions as 
well as any other style that requires acoustic 
piano.
C#0GRAND 
PIANO 2
Clear piano with bright reverb. Good for pop-
ular music.
D0E. PIANO 1
An electronic piano sound created by FM 
synthesis. Good for standard popular music.
D#0E. PIANO 2Vintage electric piano sound of hammer-
struck metallic “tines.” Soft tone when played 
lightly, and an aggressive tone when played 
hard.
E0PIPE 
ORGAN 1A typical pipe organ sound (8 feet + 4 feet + 
2 feet). Good for sacred music from the 
Baroque period.
F0PIPE 
ORGAN 2
This is the organ’s full coupler sound, often 
associated with Bach’s “Toccata and Fugue.”
F#0STRINGS
Spacious and large-scale string ensemble. 
Try combining this Voice with piano in DUAL.
G0HARPSI-
CHORD 1The definitive instrument for baroque music. 
Authentic harpsichord sound, with plucked 
strings, no touch response.
G#0HARPSI-
CHORD 2
Mixes the same Voice an octave higher for a 
more brilliant, dynamic tone.
A0VIBRA-
PHONE
Played with relatively soft mallets.
• To familiarize yourself with the characteri stics of the Voices, listen to the Demo 
Songs for each Voice (page 12).
• You can shift the Octave as described in the next column (see “Voice 1”).
A0
С0
NOTE
Layering Two Voices (Dual)
Voice 1 F5 -1Voice 2 G
#5-1
F #50 A5 0
G5 +1 A#5+1
A0
С0
Vo i c e  2
Vo i c e  1
F5 A #5
C6 (+1)
B5 (-1) C
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This function allows two different players to play the 
instrument, one on the left and the other on the right, 
over the same octave range.
1While holding down [GRAND PIANO/
FUNCTION], press the D3 key to engage 
Duo. 
The keyboard is divided into the two sections with 
the E3 key as the Split Point. 
2One person should play the left section 
of the keyboard while the other plays the 
right.
To shift the Octave for each Voice:
Same as in Dual (page 8). 
Pedal function in Duo
The Footswitch connected to the [SUSTAIN] jack 
affects both Right and Left sections.
3To exit from Duo, press the D3 key while 
holding [GRAND PIANO/FUNCTION] 
again. 
This instrument features several Reverb Types that 
add extra depth and expression to the sound to create a 
realistic acoustic ambience. Although the appropriate 
Reverb Type is called up automatically when you 
select each of the Voices, you can change the Reverb 
Type.
To select a Reverb Type:
While holding down [GRAND PIANO/FUNCTION], 
press one of the C5 – E5 keys.
Reverb Type List
To adjust Reverb Depth:
While holding down [GRAND PIANO/FUNCTION], 
press the A4 key to decrease by one, A#4 to increase 
by one, or B4 to reset to the default value (most suit-
able value for the current Voice). The higher the value, 
the deeper the effect. The setting range is from 0 (no 
effect) – 10 (maximum depth). 
Playing Duo
• The Split Point cannot be changed from E3.
• If the keyboard is in Dual, engagi ng Duo will exit from Dual. The Voice 1 
is used as the Voice of the entire keyboard. 
• Changing the Voice will exit from Duo. 
Split Point (E3)
Left Voice (Voice 2) Right Voice (Voice 1)Equivalent to C3  (Center) Equivalent to C3 
(Center)
D3
NOTE
Adding Variations to the Sound – 
Reverb
• In Dual, the Reverb Type for Voice 1  is preferentially called up. If “OFF” is 
assigned to Voice 1, the Reverb Type for the Voice 2 is called up. 
KeyReverb  Ty p eDescription
C5 Room Adds a continuous reverb effect to the 
sound, similar to the acoustic reverbera-
tion you would hear in a room.
C #5 Hall1 For a bigger reverb sound. This effect 
simulates the natural reverberation of a 
small-size concert hall.
D5 Hall2 For a truly spacious reverb sound. This 
effect simulates the natural reverberation 
of a large concert hall.
D #5Stage Simulates the reverb of a stage environ-
ment.
E5 Off No effect is applied.
NOTE
E5
C5
B4 (Default)
A4
(-1) A
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You can specify the Touch Sensitivity (how the sound 
responds to your playing strength).
While holding down [GRAND PIANO/FUNCTION], 
press one of the A2 – C3 keys.You can shift the pitch of the entire keyboard up or 
down in semitone in order to facilitate playing in diffi-
cult key signatures, or to easily match the pitch of the 
keyboard to the range of a singer or other instruments. 
For example, if “+5” is selected, playing key C pro-
duces pitch F, letting you play a song of F major as 
though it were in C major.
To transpose the pitch down:
While holding down [GRAND PIANO/FUNCTION], 
press the F6 key to decrease by 1 semitone. 
To transpose the pitch up:
While holding down [GRAND PIANO/FUNCTION], 
press the F
#6 key to increase by 1 semitone. 
To restore the original pitch:
While holding down [GRAND PIANO/FUNCTION], 
press the G6 key. 
Setting the Touch Sensitivity
KeyTouch 
SensitivityDescription
A2 Fixed The volume level does not change at all 
regardless of whether you play the key-
board soft or hard.
A #2Soft The volume level does not change much 
when you play the keyboard soft or hard.
B2 Medium This is the standard piano touch response 
(default setting).
C3 Hard The volume level changes very widely 
from pianissimo to fortissimo to facilitate 
dynamic and dramatic expression. You 
have to hit the keys hard to produce a 
loud sound.
• The touch sensitivity settings may have li ttle or no effect with the PIPE ORGAN 
and HARPSICHORD Voices, since these in struments are not normally respon-
sive to keyboard dynamics.
C3
A2
NOTE
Transposing the Pitch in Semitones
• Setting range: -6 – 0 – +6
G6 (Original pitch)
F6 (-1) F
#6 (+1)
NOTE