Yamaha P85 Instruction Manual

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Before Using
Turning the Power On
1.Connect the AC adaptor to the power sup-
ply jack. 
2.Plug the AC adaptor into an AC outlet.
WARNING
Use ONLY a Yamaha PA-5D/PA-150 AC Power Adaptor (or other 
adaptor specifically recommended by Yamaha) to power your instru-
ment from the AC mains. The use of other adaptors may result in 
irreparable damage to both the adaptor and the P-85.
CAUTION
Unplug the AC Power Adaptor when not using the instrument, or 
during...

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Using the Pedal
[SUSTAIN] jack 
This jack is for connecting the included pedal (FC5). The pedal func-
tions in the same way as a damper pedal on an acoustic piano. Connect 
an optional pedal to this jack and press the pedal to sustain the sound.
An optional FC3 foot pedal or FC4 foot switch can also be connected to 
this jack. 
Do not press the footswitch while turning the power on. Doing this 
changes the recognized polarity of the footswitch, resulting in...

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Using Headphones
Connect a set of headphones to one of the [PHONES] jacks.
Tw o  
[PHONES] jacks are provided.
You can connect two sets of standard stereo headphones. (If you are 
using only one set of headphones, you can plug them into either jack.)
CAUTION
To protect your hearing, avoid listening to the P-85 at a high volume level for 
long periods of time.
Music Rest
The P-85 includes a music rest that can be attached to the instrument by inserting it into...

Listening to the Demo Songs
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Listening to the Demo Songs
Demo songs are provided that effectively demonstrate each of the voices.
1.Press the [STANDBY/ON] switch 
to turn the power on.
When the power is turned ON, the power indica-
tor located to the left of the 
[STANDBY/ON] 
switch lights up.
2.Adjust the volume.
Initially set the [MASTER VOLUME] slider about 
half way between the “MIN” and “MAX” settings. 
Then, when you start playing, re-adjust the 
[MASTER VOLUME]...

Listening to the Piano Preset Songs
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Listening to the Piano Preset Songs
The P-85 provides performance data for piano songs as well as voice demo songs, for your listening 
pleasure.
1.While holding down the [DEMO/SONG] button, 
press one of the C2–C## # #
6 keys to select a song to 
play back.
The number of each piano preset song is assigned to the C2–C#6 keys.
Refer to the Quick Operation Guide for details on key assignments.
The preset songs will play back consecutively...

Using the Metronome
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Using the Metronome
This instrument features a built-in metronome (a device that keeps an accurate tempo) that is con-
venient for practicing.
1.Press the [METRONOME] button 
to turn on the metronome.
Start the metronome.
Determine the time signature
While holding down the 
[METRONOME] button, press one of the A0–D1 keys.
The first beat is accented with a bell sound and the rest with clicks.
Default set is 0/4 (A0). In this setting, clicks sound in all...

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Increasing the tempo value in steps of one:
While holding down the 
[METRONOME] button, press the F#4 key.
Decreasing the tempo value in steps of one:
While holding down the 
[METRONOME] button, press the E4 key.
Increasing the tempo value in steps of ten:
While holding down the 
[METRONOME] button, press the G4 key.
Decreasing the tempo value in steps of ten:
While holding down the 
[METRONOME] button, press the D#4 key.
Resetting the tempo to default:...

Selecting & Playing Voices
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Selecting & Playing Voices
Selecting Voices
1.Press one of the voice buttons.
2.Adjust the volume.
Re-adjust the [MASTER VOLUME] slider for the most comfortable listening 
level during your performance.
To familiarize yourself with the 
characteristics of the voices, lis-
ten to the demo songs for each 
voice (page 14). 
TERMINOLOGY
Voice:
On the P-85, the term “voice” 
means “instrument sound.”
When you select a voice, an 
appropriate reverb type...

Selecting & Playing Voices
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Combining Voices (Dual)
You can play voices simultaneously across the entire range of the keyboard. In this way, you can 
combine similar voices to create a thicker sound.
1.Press two voice buttons simultaneously to engage 
Dual.
According to the voice button position on the panel, the voice on the left will be 
designated as Voice 1, and the other will be designated as Voice 2.
You can make the following settings for Voices 1 and 2 in Dual:...

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Adding Variations to the Sound – Reverb
This control enables you to select four different types of reverb effect that add extra depth and 
expression to the sound to create a realistic acoustic ambience.
Selecting a Reverb Type
While holding down the 
[METRONOME] button, press one of the G#6–C7 keys 
to select a reverb type.
Adjusting Reverb Depth
While holding down the 
[METRONOME] button, press one of the F1–C#3 keys 
to adjust the reverb depth...