Yamaha PSR-8000 Ohjekirja

92-469- ➀

ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES: Yamaha strives to pro-

duce products that are both user safe and environmentally

friendly. We sincerely believe that our products and the

production 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:

Battery Notice: This product MAY contain a small non-

rechargable battery which (if applicable) is soldered in

place. The average life span of this type of battery is ap-

proximately five years. When replacement becomes nec-

essary, contact a qualified service representative to per-

form the replacement.

Warning: Do not attempt to recharge, disassemble, or

incinerate this type of battery. Keep all batteries away

from children. Dispose of used batteries promptly and as

regulated by applicable laws. Note: In some areas, the

servicer is required by law to return the defective parts.

However, you do have the option of having the servicer

dispose of these parts for you.

Disposal Notice: Should this product become damaged

beyond repair, or for some reason its useful life is consid-

ered to be at an end, please observe all local, state, and

federal regulations that relate to the disposal of products

that contain lead, batteries, plastics, etc.

NOTICE: Service charges incurred due to lack of knowl-

edge 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

responsibility. Please study this manual carefully and con-

sult your dealer before requesting service.

NAME PLATE LOCATION: The graphic below indi-

cates the location of the name plate. The model number,

serial number, power requirements, etc., are located on

this plate. You should record the model number, serial

number, and the date of purchase in the spaces provided

below and retain this manual as a permanent record of

your purchase.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

PRODUCT SAFETY MARKINGS: Yamaha electronic

products may have either labels similar to the graphics

shown below or molded/stamped facsimiles of these

graphics on the enclosure. The explanation of these graph-

ics appears on this page. Please observe all cautions indi-

cated on this page and those indicated in the safety in-

struction section.

The exclamation point within the equi-

lateral triangle is intended to alert the

user to the presence of important oper-

ating and maintenance (servicing) in-

structions in the literature accompany-

ing the product.

The lightning flash with arrowhead

symbol, within the equilateral triangle,

is intended to alert the user to the pres-

ence of uninsulated “dangerous volt-

age” within the product’s enclosure that

may be of sufficient magnitude to con-

stitute a risk of electrical shock.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: All Yamaha electronic prod-

ucts are tested and approved by an independent safety

testing laboratory in order that you may be sure that when

it is properly installed and used in its normal and custom-

ary manner, all foreseeable risks have been eliminated.

DO NOT modify this unit or commission others to do so

unless specifically authorized by Yamaha. Product per-

formance and/or safety standards may be diminished.

Claims filed under the expressed warranty may be denied

if the unit is/has been modified. Implied warranties may

also be affected.

SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE: The

information contained in this manual is believed to be

correct at the time of printing. However, Yamaha reserves

the right to change or modify any of the specifications

without notice or obligation to update existing units.

SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION

Model _____________________________________

Serial No. __________________________________

Purchase Date ______________________________

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

AVIS :

RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE–NE PAS OUVRIR.

WARNING :

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

TO HOST MIDI FOOT PEDAL

AC INLET

IN OUT THRU SWITCH 1 SWITCH 2 VOLUMEPC-1PC-2

MIDIMac

LOOP SEND AUX IN/LOOP RETURN AUX OUT

R L/L+R R L/L+R

MIN MAX

TRIM

L/L+RR

WARNING- When using any electrical or electronic prod-

uct, basic precautions should always be followed. These pre-

cautions include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Read all Safety Instructions, Installation Instructions,

Special Message Section items, and any Assembly Instructions

found in this manual BEFORE making any connections, in-

cluding connection to the main supply.

2. Main Power Supply Verification: Yamaha products are

manufactured specifically for the supply voltage in the area

where they are to be sold. If you should move, or if any doubt

exists about the supply voltage in your area, please contact

your dealer for supply voltage verification and (if applicable)

instructions. The required supply voltage is printed on the

name plate. For name plate location, please refer to the graphic

found in the Special Message Section of this manual.

3. This product may be equipped with a polarized plug

(one blade wider than the other). If you are unable to insert the

plug into the outlet, turn the plug over and try again. If the

problem persists, contact an electrician to have the obsolete

outlet replaced. Do NOT defeat the safety purpose of the plug.

4. Some electronic products utilize external power sup-

plies or adapters. Do NOT connect this type of product to any

power supply or adapter other than one described in the owners

manual, on the name plate, or specifically recommended by

Yamaha.

5. WARNING: Do not place this product or any other

objects on the power cord or place it in a position where any-

one could walk on, trip over, or roll anything over power or

connecting cords of any kind. The use of an extension cord is

not recommended! If you must use an extension cord, the

minimum wire size for a 25' cord (or less) is 18 AWG. NOTE:

The smaller the AWG number, the larger the current handling

capacity. For longer extension cords, consult a local electri-

cian.

6. Ventilation: Electronic products, unless specifically

designed for enclosed installations, should be placed in loca-

tions that do not interfere with proper ventilation. If instruc-

tions for enclosed installations are not provided, it must be

assumed that unobstructed ventilation is required.

7. Temperature considerations: Electronic products

should be installed in locations that do not significantly con-

tribute to their operating temperature. Placement of this prod-

uct close to heat sources such as; radiators, heat registers and

other devices that produce heat should be avoided.

8. This product was NOT designed for use in wet/damp loca-

tions and should not be used near water or exposed to rain. Exam-

ples of wet/damp locations are; near a swimming pool, spa, tub,

sink, or wet basement.

9. This product should be used only with the components

supplied or; a cart, rack, or stand that is recommended by the

manufacturer. If a cart, rack, or stand is used, please observe all

safety markings and instructions that accompany the accessory

product.

10. The power supply cord (plug) should be disconnected from

the outlet when electronic products are to be left unused for ex-

tended periods of time. Cords should also be disconnected when

there is a high probability of lightening and/or electrical storm

activity.

11. Care should be taken that objects do not fall and liquids are

not spilled into the enclosure through any openings that may exist.

12. Electrical/electronic products should be serviced by a

qualified service person when:

a. The power supply cord has been damaged; or

b. Objects have fallen, been inserted, or liquids have been

spilled into the enclosure through openings; or

c. The product has been exposed to rain: or

d. The product dose not operate, exhibits a marked change

in performance; or

e. The product has been dropped, or the enclosure of the

product has been damaged.

13. Do not attempt to service this product beyond that de-

scribed in the user-maintenance instructions. All other servicing

should be referred to qualified service personnel.

14. This product, either alone or in combination with an ampli-

fier and headphones or speaker/s, may be capable of producing

sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. DO NOT

operate for a long period of time at a high volume level or at a

level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing loss or

ringing in the ears, you should consult an audiologist.

IMPORTANT: The louder the sound, the shorter the time period

before damage occurs.

15. Some Yamaha products may have benches and/or acces-

sory mounting fixtures that are either supplied as a part of the

product or as optional accessories. Some of these items are de-

signed 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.

INFORMATION RELATING TO PERSONAL INJURY, ELECTRICAL SHOCK,

AND FIRE HAZARD POSSIBILITIES HAS BEEN INCLUDED IN THIS LIST.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL

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PRECAUTIONS

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING

* Please keep these precautions in a safe place for future reference.

• Do not open the instrument or attempt to disassemble the internal parts

or modify them in any way. The instrument contains no user-serviceable

parts. If it should appear to be malfunctioning, discontinue use immedi-

ately 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, or place containers on it containing liquids which might spill

into any openings.

• If the power cord or plug becomes frayed or damaged, or if there is a

sudden loss of sound during use of the instrument, or if any unusual smells

• Do not place the power cord near heat sources such as heaters or radia-

tors, and do not excessively bend or otherwise damage the cord, place

heavy objects on it, or place it in a position where anyone could walk on,

trip over, or roll anything over it.

• 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.

• 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.

• Remove the electric plug from the outlet when the instrument is not to be

used for a long time, or during electrical storms.

• Before connecting the instrument to other 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.

• 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 disfiguration or damage to the

internal components.

• Do not use the instrument near other electrical products such as televi-

sions, radios, or speakers, since this might cause interference which can

affect proper operation of the other products.

• Do not place the instrument in an unstable position where it might acci-

dentally fall over.

• Before moving the instrument, remove all connected cables.

• When cleaning the instrument, use a soft, dry cloth. Do not use paint

thinners, solvents, cleaning fluids, or chemical-impregnated wiping cloths.

Also, do not place vinyl or plastic objects on the instrument, since this

might discolor the panel or keyboard.

• 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.

• 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 dam-

age to the internal components or result in the instrument falling over.

• Do not place objects in front of the instrument’s air vents on the top and

rear panels, since this may prevent adequate ventilation of the internal

components, and possibly result in the instrument overheating.

Also, be careful to place the instrument on a flat, level surface to prevent

blockage of the air vents on the bottom panel.

• Do not operate the instrument for a long period of time at a high or uncom-

fortable volume level, since this can cause permanent hearing loss. If you

experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, consult a physician.

■REPLACING THE BACKUP BATTERY

The PSR-8000 requires four 1.5 V C size (LR14) batteries for memory backup

power. If no backup batteries are installed, the memory contents will be lost

when the instrument is unplugged from the AC mains supply. Please use

or smoke should appear to be caused by it, immediately turn off the power

switch, disconnect the electric plug from the outlet, and have the instru-

ment inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.

• Only use the voltage specified as correct for the instrument. The required

voltage is printed on the name plate of the instrument.

• Before cleaning the instrument, always remove the electric plug from the

outlet. Never insert or remove an electric plug with wet hands.

• Check the electric plug periodically and remove any dirt or dust which

may have accumulated on it.

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 precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:

alkaline batteries.

1.Before changing the battery be sure to save any important data to disk

by using the SAVE TO DISK function described on page 141.

2.Turn the PSR-8000 power OFF and unplug the power cord from both the

AC wall socket and the instrument’s rear panel. Turn the instrument up-

side down and rest it on a blanket or other soft surface.

3.Open Battery Compartment Cover

Open the battery compartment cover — located on the instrument’s

bottom panel — by pressing on the two latches on the cover and pulling

outward, as shown in the illustration.

4.Remove the old batteries (if installed).

Remove the old batteries and wait at least one minute to ensure that all

data is fully cleared.

5.Insert Batteries

Insert the four batteries, being careful to follow the polarity markings on

the bottom panel.

6.Replace Cover

Replace the compartment cover, making sure that it locks firmly in place.

• Always make sure all batteries are inserted in conformity with the +/– polar-

ity markings. Failure to do so might result in overheating, fire, or battery fluid

leakage.

• Always replace all batteries at the same time. Do not use new batteries

together with old ones. Also, do not mix battery types, such as alkaline

batteries with manganese batteries, or batteries from different makers, or

different types of batteries from the same maker, since this can cause

overheating, fire, or battery fluid leakage.

• Do not dispose of batteries in fire.

• Do not attempt to recharge batteries that are not intended to be charged.

• If the instrument is not to be in use for a long time, remove the batteries

from it (after saving any important data to disk), in order to prevent pos-

sible fluid leakage from the battery.

• Keep batteries away from children.

■SAVING USER DATA

• Always save data to a floppy disk frequently, in order to help prevent the

loss of important data due to a malfunction or user operating error.

Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use or modi-

fications to the instrument, or data that is lost or destroyed.

Always turn the power off when the instrument is not in use.

Make sure to discard used batteries according to local regulations.

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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:

will pick up a layer of magnetic particles from the disks used that will

eventually cause read and write errors.

• To maintain the disk drive in optimum working order Yamaha recom-

mends that you use a commercially-available dry-type head cleaning

disk to clean the head about once a month. Ask your Yamaha dealer

about the availability of proper head-cleaning disks.

Never insert anything but floppy disks into the disk drive. Other objects

may cause damage to the disk drive or floppy disks.

■ About the Floppy Disks

To handle floppy disks with care:

• Do not place heavy objects on a disk or bend or apply pressure to the

disk in any way. Always keep floppy disks in their protective cases

when they are not in use.

• Do not expose the disk to direct sunlight, extremely high or low tem-

peratures, or excessive humidity, dust or liquids.

• Do not open the sliding shutter and touch the exposed surface of the

floppy disk inside.

• Do not expose the disk to magnetic fields, such as those produced by

televisions, speakers, motors, etc., since magnetic fields can partially or

completely erase data on the disk, rendering it unreadable.

• Never use a floppy disk with a deformed shutter or housing.

• Do not attach anything other than the provided labels to a floppy disk.

Also make sure that labels are attached in the proper location.

To protect your data (Write-protect Tab):

• To prevent accidental erasure of important data, slide the disk’s write-

protect tab to the “protect” position (tab open).

WARNING

• Before beginning installation, switch off the power to the PSR-8000 and

connected peripherals, and unplug them from the power outlet. Then

remove all cables connecting the PSR-8000 to other devices. (Leaving

the power cord connected while working can result in electric shock.

Leaving other cables connected can interfere with work.)

• Do not disassemble, modify, or apply excessive force to board areas and

connectors on hard disk, and SIMMs. Bending or tampering with boards

and connectors may lead to electric shock, fire, or equipment failures.

CAUTION

• Before handling the internal hard disk or SIMMs, you should briefly touch

the metal surface to which the hard-disk or SIMM cover is attached (or

Precautions

• Be sure to handle floppy disks and treat the disk drive with care. Follow

the important precautions below.

Compatible Disk Type

• 3.5” 2DD and 2HD type floppy disks can be used.

■ Inserting/Ejecting Floppy Disks

To insert a floppy disk into the disk drive:

• Hold the disk so that the label of the

disk is facing upward and the sliding

shutter is facing forward, towards

the disk slot. Carefully insert the disk

into the slot, slowly pushing it all the

way in until it clicks into place and

the eject button pops out.

To eject a floppy disk:

• Before ejecting a floppy disk make

sure that the floppy disk drive is not

in operation (the DISK IN USE indi-

cator should be off, except when the

internal hard disk is being accessed).

Press the eject button slowly as far as it will go; the disk will automati-

cally pop out. When the disk is fully ejected, carefully remove it by hand.

• Never attempt to remove the disk or turn the power off during recording,

reading and playing back. Doing so can damage the disk and possibly

the disk drive.

• If the eject button is pressed too quickly, or if it is not pressed in as far as

it will go, the disk may not eject properly. The eject button may become

stuck in a half-pressed position with the disk extending from the drive

slot by only a few millimeters. If this happens, do not attempt to pull out

the partially ejected disk, since using force in this situation can damage

the disk drive mechanism or the floppy disk. To remove a partially ejected

disk, try pressing the eject button once again, or push the disk back into

the slot and then repeat the eject procedure.

• Be sure to remove the floppy disk from the disk drive before turning off

the power. A floppy disk left in the drive for extended periods can easily

pick up dust and dirt that can cause data read and write errors.

Cleaning the Disk Drive Read/Write Head

• Clean the read/write head regularly. This instrument employs a preci-

sion magnetic read/write head which, after an extended period of use,

other such metallic area — be careful of any sharp edges) with your

bare hand so as to drain off any static charge from your body. Note that

even a slight amount of electrostatic discharge may cause damage to

these components.

• It is recommended that you wear gloves to protect your hands from

metallic projections on the PSR-8000 hard disk, SMMs, and other com-

ponents. Touching leads or connectors with bare hands may cause fin-

ger cuts, and may also result in poor electrical contact or electrostatic

damage.

• Take care to avoid dropping screws into the PSR-8000 unit. If a screw

does fall in, be sure to remove it before replacing the cover and powering

up the unit. Starting the unit with a loose screw inside may lead to im-

proper operation or equipment failure. (If you are unable to retrieve a

dropped screw, consult your Yamaha dealer for advice.)

Handling the Floppy Disk Drive(FDD) and Floppy Disk

Handling and Installation of Options

Data backup

• For maximum data security Yamaha recommends that you keep two

copies of important data on separate floppy disks. This gives you a backup

if one disk is lost or damaged. To make a backup disk use the COPY

FILE/FD function on page 143.

Write protected Write enabled

YAMAHA is not responsible for damage caused by improper handling or operation.

YAMAHA provides no guarantee against disk damage.

* If SIMM memory, or hard disk fails to work properly, consult the item’s dealer or manufacturer for advice.

* Yamaha will not be held responsible for any damage or injury resuting from improper installation.

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This lamp is always on

while the power is on.

DISK IN USE

Congratulations!

You are the proud owner of an extraordinary electronic keyboard. The Yamaha PSR-8000

PortaTone combines the most advanced tone generation technology with state-of-the-art digital

electronics and features to give you stunning sound quality with maximum musical versatility. The

advanced Auto Accompaniment, Vocal Harmony, and Sampler features, in particular, are brilliant

examples of how Yamaha technology can significantly expand your musical horizons. A large-size

graphic display and easy-to-use interface also greatly enhance the operability of this advanced

instrument.

In order to make the most of your PortaTone’s features and vast performance potential, we urge

you to read the manuals thoroughly while trying out the various features described. Keep the manuals

in a safe place for later reference.

Packing List

Your PSR-8000 includes the following items:

• PSR-8000 PortaTone x 1

• AC Power Cord x 1

• AC Plug Adaptor x 1 (in applicable areas only)

• Music Stand x 1

• Audio CD x 1 (includes sound sources for sampling: page 88)

• Floppy Disk x 1 (includes accompaniment style files: page 28)

• Owner’s Manual

• Unauthorized copying of copyrighted software for purposes other than the purchaser’s personal use is prohib-

ited.

• The Vocal Harmony feature included in this product is manufactured under license from IVL Technologies Ltd.,

U.S. Patent numbers 5231671, 5301259, and 5428708.

● Trademarks:

• Apple and Macintosh are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.

• IBM-PC/AT is a trademark of International Business MachinesCorporation.

• Windows is the registered trademark of Microsoft

®

Corporation.

• All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders.

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• The illustrations and LCD screens as shown in this owner’s manual are for instructional purposes only, and may

appear somewhat different from those on your instrument.

GM System Level 1

“GM System Level 1” is an addition to the MIDI standard which

guarantees that any data conforming to the standard will play

accurately on any GM-compatible tone generator or synthe-

sizer from any manufacturer.

XG

XG is a new Yamaha MIDI specification which significantly

expands and improves on the “GM System Level 1” standard

with greater voice handling capacity, expressive control, and

effect capability while retaining full compatibility with GM. By

using the PSR-8000’s XG voices, it is possible to record XG-

compatible song files.

XF

The Yamaha XF format enhances the SMF (Standard MIDI

File) strandard with greater functionality and open-ended

expandability for the future. The PSR-8000 is capable of

displaying lyrics when an XF file containing lyric data is

played.

• SMF (Standard MIDI File) is the most common format used for

MIDI sequence files. The PSR-8000 is compatible with SMF

Formats 0 and 1, and records “song” data using SMF Format

0.

The Panel Logos

The logos printed on the PSR-8000 panel indicate standards/formats it supports and special features it includes.

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Main Features

The PSR-8000 is a sophisticated electronic keyboard which offers a comprehensive range of

features for extensive musical versatility and expressive control: a touch-sensitive 61-key

keyboard, an outstanding range of voices (including XG voices), top quality auto-accompani-

ment with an extensive range of styles, song recording and playback capability, registration

memory, and a built-in floppy disk for convenient data storage and retrieval, and more.

The following features, in particular, give the PSR-8000 extraordinary musical production

and performance power.

● High-quality sampling capability — with expandable

wave memory — lets you sample and edit sounds

via microphone or from line sources, and then use

the sampled waveforms in original voices.

● Unique Vocal Harmony feature incorporates ad-

vanced voice-processing technology to automati-

cally produce vocal harmony based on a lead vocal,

making a single singer sound like a vocal group.

● An advanced effect system incorporating 8 sepa-

rate DSPs (Digital Signal Processors) and 5-band

master equalization adds depth, ambience, and

animation to your sound.

● Comprehensive Mixing Console displays provide

professional sound control and production capabil-

ity.

● Large multi-function LCD display panel with display-

based buttons and dials, plus comprehensive dis-

play prompts and messages, makes operation easy

and intuitive.

● Create original voices using the Voice Creator fea-

ture for a totally original sound.

● Style Creator feature lets you create “groove style”

variations on existing styles, or create entirely new

styles that are a perfect match for your performing

requirements.

● One Touch Setting feature automatically selects

appropriate voice, effect, and other settings for the

selected accompaniment style — all you have to do

is select a style, press the ONE TOUCH SETTING

button and play.

● Multi Pads record and play short rhythmic and me-

lodic sequences that can be used to add impact

and variety to your performances.

● Voice/Style List Customize feature lets you rear-

range the list contents for fast, efficient access in

performance situations.

● Unique “Talk” function instantly makes the settings

you need for mid-performance announcements and

interludes.

● Loop Send and Return jacks allow extra system

flexibility: connect external signal-processing equip-

ment for enhanced effect capability, or feed a mixer

for improved sound and on-stage monitoring quality.

● Optional internal hard disk provides high-volume,

high-speed data storage and retrieval.

● A selection of MIDI Templates eliminates tedious

setup procedures by providing instantly selectable

MIDI setups for a range of situations.

● To Host interface plus a range of MIDI functions for

expanded musical performance (General MIDI Sys-

tem Level 1 and Yamaha XG/XF compatible).

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 PSR-8000 uses the SFF internally, reads

optional SFF style disks, and creates SFF styles using the

STYLE CREATOR feature.

Vocal Harmony

Vocal Harmony employs state-of-the-art digital signal process-

ing technology to automatically add appropriate vocal

harmony to a lead vocal line sung by the user. Vocal Harmony

can even change the character and gender of the lead voice

as well as the added voices to produce a wide range of vocal

harmony effects.

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Contents

Panel Controls 10

Connections & Music Stand 12

The Demonstration 17

The PSR-8000 Display &

Display-based Controls 19

■ The MIXING CONSOLE Buttons ....19

■ The [EXIT] Button............................ 20

■ The [DIRECT ACCESS] Button ......20

■ The [LCD CONTRAST] Control ...... 20

■ The 5-language Help Function........20

■ Display Messages ........................... 21

■ Name Entry ..................................... 21

Playing the PSR-8000 22

■ Before You Begin ............................22

The PSR-8000 Parts & Voices......... 22

■ Part Poly/Mono Modes & Mono

Note Priority ....................................22

■ The XG Voices ................................ 23

■ The Organ Flute Voice ....................23

■ Keyboard Percussion and Special

Effects ............................................. 24

Procedure:

Part Selection and Voice

Assignment

..........................................24

Voice Effects........................................ 26

Other Play Mode Functions............. 26

■ Master Transpose ........................... 26

■ Octave Change ............................... 27

■ Left Hold..........................................27

■ Pitch Bend & Modulation Wheels....27

Using the Accompaniment

Section 28

Procedure:

Auto Accompaniment......... 28

■ Auto Accompaniment Fingering

Modes .............................................30

■ Auto Accompaniment Start Modes.. 33

■ The MAIN A and MAIN B Sections

and Fill-ins.......................................34

■ Tempo Control ................................35

■ Fade-ins and Fade-outs .................. 35

■ Synchronized Stop .......................... 35

■ Accompaniment Volume ................. 36

■ Accompaniment Part Switching ......36

■ Virtual Arranger ............................... 36

■ Harmony/Echo ................................37

■ One Touch Setting .......................... 38

The Mixing Console 39

Mixing Console Parameters ............ 39

VOLUME/PAN/EQ..............................40

■ VOLUME ......................................... 40

■ PANPOT .........................................40

■ EQ LOW..........................................40

■ EQ HIGH ......................................... 40

■ HPF1 ............................................... 40

■ HPF2 ............................................... 40

FILTER ............................................... 41

■ HARMONIC CONTENT .................. 41

■ BRIGHTNESS.................................41

EFFECT DEPTH................................. 41

■ REVERB (DSP1)............................. 41

■ CHORUS (DSP2) ............................ 41

■ DSP3............................................... 42

■ DSP4-7............................................ 42

EFFECT TYPE.................................... 42

■ Type Page....................................... 42

● EFFECT BLOCK & TYPE ........... 42

● TYPE LIST .................................. 42

■ Parameter Page ..............................42

● BLOCK ........................................ 42

● TYPE ........................................... 42

● PARAMETER ..............................43

● VALUE ........................................ 43

● LEVEL ......................................... 43

● USER SET .................................. 43

TUNING .............................................. 44

■ TRANSPOSE ..................................44

■ TUNING ..........................................44

■ OCTAVE ......................................... 44

■ PITCH BEND RANGE..................... 44

■ PORTAMENTO TIME ..................... 44

MASTER EQ....................................... 45

■ EQ1 … EQ5 ....................................45

■ Q & FREQ .......................................45

■ TOTAL GAIN ADJUST.................... 45

■ STORE............................................ 45

Registration Memory 46

Registering the Panel Settings.......46

Recalling the Registered Panel

Settings

.................................................47

The Freeze Function..........................47

Organ Flute Voice Editing 48

■ ORGAN TYPE................................. 48

■ ROTARY SP SPEED ......................48

■ VIBRATO ON/OFF .......................... 48

■ VIBRATO DEPTH ........................... 48

■ FOOTAGE....................................... 48

■ VOLUME & ATTACK ...................... 49

■ EFFECT & EQ SETTINGS.............. 49

Custom Voice Creator 51

Procedure:

Engaging the Easy/

Full Edit Mode

..................................... 51

The Easy Edit Parameters ............... 52

EDIT .................................................... 52

■ FILTER............................................ 52

■ EG ...................................................52

■ VIBRATO ........................................53

■ VOLUME .........................................53

STORE/CLEAR .................................. 53

■ NAME.............................................. 53

■ STORE............................................ 53

■ CLEAR CUSTOM VOICE ...............54

The Full Edit Parameters.................. 54

■ ELEMENT SELECTION

(not available for the Drum Kits) .................. 54

VOICE ................................................. 55

■ MASTER VOLUME .........................55

■ INITIAL TOUCH CURVE................. 55

■ SCALE CURVE............................... 55

■ MODULATION ................................55

■ AFTER TOUCH............................... 55

E1:WAVEFORM .................................56

■ WAVEFORM

(INSTRUMENT for the Drum Kits) ................ 56

■ COARSE TUNE/FINE TUNE ..........56

■ VOLUME .........................................56

■ KEY ON DELAY.............................. 56

■ PAN ................................................. 56

■ NOTE LIMIT

(not available for the Drum Kits) .................. 56

■ VELOCITY LIMIT

(not available for the Drum Kits) .................. 56

E2:EG ................................................. 57

■ AMP RATE

(Amplitude Envelope Rate) ............. 57

■ AMP LEVEL

(Amplitude Envelope Level) ............ 57

■ PITCH RATE (Pitch Envelope Rate)58

■ PITCH LEVEL .................................58

■ FILTER RATE .................................58

■ FILTER LEVEL................................ 58

E3:FILTER .......................................... 59

■ FILTER1 & FILTER2 .......................59

■ RESONANCE ................................. 59

■ TOUCH TO FILTER ........................59

E4:LFO ............................................... 59

■ LFO (Low Frequency Oscillator) .....59

■ DELAY (Delay Vibrato) ................... 60

VOICE SET ......................................... 60

■ REVERB, CHORUS, and DSP

DEPTH ............................................ 60

■ DSP TYPE and VARIATION ...........60

■ EQ LOW and HIGH ......................... 60

STORE/CLEAR .................................. 61

■ NAME.............................................. 61

■ STORE............................................ 61

■ CLEAR CUSTOM VOICE ...............61

The Custom Style Creator 62

Procedure:

Custom Style Recording.... 62

CUSTOM STYLE CREATOR Param-

eters ....................................................... 66

■ Exiting ............................................. 66

BASIC ................................................. 66

■ SECTION/PATTERN LENGTH/

BEAT/TEMPO ................................. 66

■ PART COPY ................................... 67

SETUP ................................................67

■ VOICE .............................................67

■ SETUP COPY .................................68

EDIT .................................................... 68

■ QUANTIZE ......................................68

■ VELOCITY CHANGE ......................69

■ MEASURE COPY ........................... 69

■ MEASURE CLEAR .........................69

■ REMOVE CONTROL EVENT .........69

■ REMOVE DUPLICATE NOTES ......70

STORE/CLEAR .................................. 70

■ NAME.............................................. 70

■ STORE............................................ 70

■ CLEAR CUSTOM STYLE ...............70

PARAMETER EDIT ............................71

■ PART/SOURCE ROOT/SOURCE

CHORD ...........................................71

■ NTR/NTT ......................................... 71

■ HIGH KEY/NOTE LIMIT.................. 72

■ RTR ................................................. 72

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Contents

Custom Style Recording via an

External Sequence Recorder

.......... 73

■ Connections .................................... 73

■ Creating the Data ............................ 73

■ Saving and Loading the Sequence

Data................................................. 75

■ Refining the Style ............................ 75

The Groove Style Creator 76

Procedure:

Creating a Groove Style..... 76

GROOVE STYLE CREATOR

Parameters

...........................................77

■ Exiting .............................................77

SETUP ................................................78

■ PART ON/OFF/TEMPO .................. 78

■ VOICE ............................................. 78

■ SETUP COPY ................................. 78

GROOVE ............................................79

■ GROOVE ........................................79

■ SETUP COPY ................................. 79

DYNAMICS ......................................... 80

■ DYNAMICS ..................................... 80

■ SETUP COPY ................................. 80

STORE/CLEAR .................................. 80

■ NAME..............................................80

■ STORE............................................81

■ GROOVE STYLE CLEAR ............... 81

■ STORE AS CUSTOM STYLE ......... 81

■ CUSTOM STYLE CLEAR ............... 81

DRUM EXCHANGE ............................ 82

■ DRUM EXCHANGE ........................ 82

■ SETUP COPY ................................. 82

Vocal Harmony 83

Using Vocal Harmony....................... 83

■ Setting Up .......................................83

■ The VOCAL/SAMPLING Buttons .... 83

■ Selecting a VOCAL HARMONY

Type ................................................ 84

■ Producing the VOCAL HARMONY

Effect ............................................... 84

Editing the Vocal Harmony

Parameters ........................................ 84

■ The Vocal Harmony Modes............. 85

Sampling 88

PSR-8000 Waves & Waveforms .......88

Setting Up for Sampling ...................89

■ Connecting the Source.................... 89

■ Setting Levels.................................. 89

Sampling & File Import..................... 90

■ Sampling New Material ................... 90

■ NAME/CLEAR................................. 92

Wave Edit ........................................... 93

■ EDIT ................................................ 93

■ NAME/CLEAR/DISK .......................96

Waveform Edit................................... 97

■ EDIT ................................................ 97

■ NAME/CLEAR/DISK .......................98

■ STORE AS CUSTOM VOICE ......... 99

Song Playback 100

Procedure:

Song Playback.................... 100

Enter Next Song ..............................101

Pause, Fast Forward & Reverse .... 102

Lyric Display.................................... 102

The CHORD DETECT and VOCAL

HARM. Parameters.......................... 102

■ CHORD DETECT.......................... 102

■ VOCAL HARM. .............................102

Setting the Song Playback Order ..103

MIXING CONSOLE Operation During

Song Playback ................................ 103

■ FADER .......................................... 103

■ FULL .............................................104

Song Recording 105

Procedure:

Song Recording ................. 105

Procedure:

Quick Record ......................106

■ THE TRACK INDICATORS........... 108

■ TRACK DELETE ........................... 108

■ PLAYBACK ................................... 108

■ EXITING........................................108

Procedure:

Chord Step Recording...... 109

■ DELETING EVENTS.....................110

■ INSERTING OR DELETING

MEASURES ..................................110

■ SAVING THE CHORD STEP

DATA............................................. 110

Quick Record Mode Edit Functions111

■ RENAME SONG ........................... 111

■ SONG DELETE............................. 111

Procedure:

Multi Track Record ............111

■ THE TRACK INDICATORS........... 113

■ TRACK DELETE ........................... 114

■ PLAYBACK ................................... 114

■ EXITING........................................114

Procedure:

Punch-In & Replace

Recording

...........................................114

Multi Track Record Mode Edit

Functions .........................................116

■ RENAME SONG ........................... 116

■ QUANTIZE .................................... 116

■ TRACK MIX................................... 117

■ NOTE SHIFT.................................117

■ SONG DELETE............................. 117

Multi Track Record Set Up ............. 118

■ VOICE ...........................................118

■ OTHER SET UP PARAMETERS..118

The Multi Pads 119

MULTI PAD Playback ......................119

Procedure:

MULTI PAD Recording .....119

■ MULTI PAD NAME........................121

■ MULTI PAD CLEAR ......................121

The Repeat & Chord Match Modes 121

■ REPEAT........................................121

■ CHORD MATCH ........................... 121

The PSR-8000 “Functions” 122

The FUNCTION Parameters........... 122

■ The [EXIT] Button.......................... 122

F1: MASTER TUNE/SCALE ............ 123

■ MASTER TUNE ............................123

■ SCALE (ARABIC).......................... 123

F2: SPLIT POINT/FINGERING ........ 123

■ SPLIT POINT ................................ 123

■ FINGERING .................................. 124

F3: CONTROLLER...........................124

■ FOOT CONTROLLER................... 124

■ PANEL CONTROLLER.................126

F4: REGISTRATION/ONE TOUCH

SETTING/VOICE SET ...................... 127

■ REGISTRATION ........................... 127

■ ONE TOUCH SETTING ................ 127

■ VOICE SET ...................................128

F5: HARMONY/ECHO......................129

F6: CUSTOMIZE LIST......................129

F7: TALK SETTING ......................... 130

F8: UTILITY ...................................... 131

F9: MIDI ............................................132

■ TEMPLATE ................................... 132

■ SYSTEM .......................................134

■ TRANSMIT....................................135

■ RECEIVE ......................................136

■ PANEL CONTROL........................138

Disk Operations 139

The DISK Parameters ......................139

■ Exiting ...........................................140

LOAD FROM DISK...........................140

SAVE TO DISK.................................141

COPY FILE/FD ................................. 143

■ Copying Files ................................143

■ Copying Floppy Disks ...................144

CHANGE SONG ORDER................. 144

RENAME FILE/SONG ......................145

DELETE FILE/SONG ....................... 145

FORMAT FD .....................................146

EDIT DIRECTORY............................ 146

■ NEW DIR....................................... 146

■ RENAME.......................................146

■ DELETE ........................................ 146

FORMAT HARD DISK......................147

CHECK HARD DISK ........................ 147

Troubleshooting 148

Index 150

Installing Options............................. 152

Optional SIMM Installation ............. 152

Optional Hard Disk Installation...... 156

Voice List ............................................ 159

Keyboard Drum Assignments ......166

Style List .............................................168

Direct Access Chart.........................170

Parameter Chart................................171

Effect Signal Flow Chart ................176

MIDI Data Format..............................177

MIDI Implementation Chart............196

Audio Sampling Library CD

Contents.............................................. 200

Specifications....................................203

10

SONG

REW FF

PAUSE

DEMO/HELP

MASTER VOLUME

MIN MAX

SONG SELECT

SONG

STYLE

SYNC

STOP

SYNC

START

START/

STOP

INTRO A/B MAIN/AUTO FILL

ENDING A/B

/rit.

FADE

IN/OUT

M.PAD BANK 1~60 STOP

VOICE

CREATOR

STYLE

CREATOR

FUNCTION

SONG/M.PAD

RECORDING

SAMPLING DISK

BEAT

12

34

ACCOMPANIMENT CONTROL MULTI PAD

STAND BY

ON

MODULATION

MAX

MIN

PITCH BEND

MIC/LINE INPHONES

A B

OVERALL/UTILITY

AUTO

ACCOMPANIMENT

DIRECT ACCESS

MASTER

TRANSPOSE

RESET

TEMPO

A

B

C

D

E

8BEAT 1

8BEAT 2

16BEAT

BALLAD

ROCK

DANCEFLOOR

DISCO

SWING &

JAZZ

R & B

COUNTRY

LATIN

BALLROOM

MARCH &

WALTZ

GROOVE

STYLE

CUSTOM

STYLE

PART

UP

DOWN

1

y u

0 !

6

7

8

9

#

$

@

%

3

2

4

5

Panel Controls

1 STAND BY/ON Button.............................. page 17

2 DEMO/HELP Button .........................pages 17, 20

3 MASTER VOLUME Control...................... page 17

4 SONG Buttons ....................................... page 100

REW, FF, PAUSE, SONG SELECT, SONG

5 STYLE Buttons .................................pages 28, 36

8BEAT1, 8BEAT2, 16BEAT, BALLAD, ROCK,

DANCEFLOOR, DISCO, SWING & JAZZ, R & B,

COUNTRY, LATIN, BALLROOM, MARCH &

WALTZ, GROOVE STYLE, CUSTOM STYLE,

AUTO ACCOMPANIMENT, VIRTUAL AR-

RANGER

6 OVERALL/UTILITY Buttons

....................pages 51, 62, 88, 105, 119, 122, 139

VOICE CREATOR, STYLE CREATOR,

FUCTION, SONG/M.PAD RECORDING, SAM-

PLING, DISK

7 DIRECT ACCESS Button................pages 20, 170

8 MASTER TRANSPOSE <, > Buttons .... page 26

9 TEMPO <, > Buttons.............................. page 35

0 ACCOMPANIMENT CONTROL Buttons.. page 33

SYNCHRO STOP, SYNCHRO START, START/

STOP, INTRO A/B, MAIN/AUTO FILL A/B, END-

ING A/B/rit., FADE IN/OUT

! MULTI PAD Buttons ............................... page 119

M.PAD BANK 1~60, STOP, 1—4

@ Liquid Crystal Display (LCD).................... page 19

# LCD (A—J) Buttons ................................. page 19

$ MIXING CONSOLE Buttons .................... page 19

FADER, FULL

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VOICE EFFECT

REVERB(1) CHORUS(2)

HARMONY/

ECHO

DSP(4-6)

DSP

VARIATION

POLY/

LCD CONTRAST

ONE TOUCH SETTING

FREEZE

REGIST BANK 1~16

LEFT HOLD

PART ON/OFF

PART SELECT

VOICE

VOCAL/SAMPLING

REVERB(1) CHORUS (2)

DSP (7)

VOCAL

HARMONY(8)

HARMONY

VARIATION

TALK

OVER

SIGNAL

MIC/LINE

INPUT VOLUME

DISK IN USE

MEMORY

MIN

MAX

PIANO GUITAR

SAXOPHONE PERCUSSION

E.PIANO STRINGS

FLUTE XG

ORGAN

FLUTE

CHOIR&PAD

TRUMPETORGAN

ACCORDION

BRASS

SYNTHESIZER

CUSTOM

VOICE

LEFT RIGHT 1 RIGHT 2 LEAD

12

345678

REGISTRATION MEMORY

43

21

F

G

H

I

J

LEFT RIGHT 1 RIGHT 2 LEAD

^

&

)

q

w

t

r

*

(

e

Panel Controls

% LCD dials ................................................. page 19

^ EXIT Button.............................................. page 20

& VOICE EFFECT Buttons.......................... page 26

REVERB (1), CHORUS (2), HARMONY/ECHO,

DSP (4—6), DSP VARIATION, POLY/MONO

* LCD CONTRAST Control ........................ page 20

( ONE TOUCH SETTING (1—4) Buttons... page 38

) VOICE Buttons......................................... page 25

PIANO, E.PIANO, ORGAN, ACCORDION, GUI-

TAR, STRINGS, TRUMPET, BRASS, SAXO-

PHONE, FLUTE, CHOIR&PAD, SYNTHESIZER,

PERCUSSION, XG, ORGAN FLUTE, CUSTOM

VOICE

q PART SELECT Buttons............................ page 22

LEFT, RIGHT 1, RIGHT 2, LEAD

w PART ON/OFF Buttons ............................ page 25

LEFT HOLD, LEFT, RIGHT 1, RIGHT 2, LEAD

e REGISTRATION MEMORY Buttons ........ page 46

FREEZE, REGIST BANK 1~16, 1—8, MEMORY

r VOCAL/SAMPLING Buttons & Controls

..........................................................pages 83, 88

REVERB(1), CHORUS(2), DSP(7), VOCAL

HARMONY(8), HARMONY VARIATION, TALK

OVER Indicator, SIGNAL Indicator, MIC/LINE

Switch, INPUT VOLUME Control

t Disk Drive............................................... page 139

y PITCH BEND Wheel ................................ page 27

u MODULATION Wheel .............................. page 27

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A standard pair of stereo headphones can be plugged in here for

private practice or late-night playing. The internal stereo speaker

system is automatically shut off when a pair of headphones is plugged

into the PHONES jack.

■ The PHONES Jack...............................................................................

■ The MIC/LINE IN Jack ......................................................................

The PSR-8000 includes a microphone/line input jack into which

just about any standard microphone or line-level source with a 1/4"

phone plug can be plugged (a dynamic microphone with an imped-

ance of 250 ohms is recommended). The microphone or line input can

be used with the PSR-8000’s vocal harmony and sampling functions

(pages 83 and 88, respectively). The panel MIC/LINE switch should

be set according to the type of source used, and the INPUT VOLUME

control can be used to adjust the level of the microphone or line input

signal. The SIGNAL and OVER indicators on the panel aid in setting

the ideal input level: the green SIGNAL indicator should light when

an input signal is present, but if the red OVER indicator lights the level

should be reduced by using the INPUT VOLUME control, and if this

is not sufficient, by reducing the level of the source signal itself.

• The Yamaha MZ106s microphone is recommended for use with the PSR-

8000.

• The level of the microphone sound may vary considerably according to the

type of microphone used.

• Turn the INPUT VOLUME control all the way down when connecting or

disconnecting a microphone.

• Placing a microphone which is connected to the PSR-8000 too close to the

PSR-8000 speakers (or those of an external sound system connected to the

PSR-8000) can cause feedback. Adjust the microphone position, and the

MIXING CONSOLE MIC volume level or MASTER VOLUME control level if

necessary, so that feedback does not occur.

1 The AUX OUT L/L+R and R Jacks......................................

The rear-panel AUX OUT L/L+R and R jacks deliver the output

of the PSR-8000 for connection to a keyboard amplifier, stereo sound

system, a mixing console, or tape recorder. If you will be connecting

the PSR-8000 to a monaural sound system, use only the L/L+R jack.

When a plug is inserted into the L/L+R jack only, the left- and right-

channel signals are combined and delivered via the L/L+R jack so you

don’t lose any of the PSR-8000 sound.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

AVIS :

RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE–NE PAS OUVRIR.

WARNING :

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

TO HOST MIDI FOOT PEDAL

AC INLET

IN OUT THRU SWITCH 1 SWITCH 2 VOLUMEPC-1 PC-2

MIDIMac

LOOP SEND AUX IN/LOOP RETURN AUX OUT

R L/L+R R L/L+R

MIN MAX

TRIM

L/L+RR

3 2 1

7 4 5

6

PHONES MIC/LINE IN

AUX OUT

L/L+RR

Stereo System

Connections & Music Stand

INPUT VOLUME

MIN

MAX

OVER

SIGNAL

MIC/LINE

13

The rear-panel AUX IN L/L+R and R jacks accept input

from an external instrument or audio source, or the processed

signal returned from an external effect unit fed by the PSR-8000

LOOP SEND jacks, below. The signal received at the AUX IN/

LOOP RETURN jacks is mixed with PSR-8000 sound and

delivered via the speaker system. Use the L/L+R jack only for

monaural input.

The TRIM control allows the input sensitivity of the AUX

IN L/L+R and R (LOOP RETURN) jacks to be adjusted for

optimum level matching with the connected equipment.

2 The AUX IN L/L+R and R (LOOP RETURN)

Jacks with TRIM Control..................................................

3 LOOP SEND L/L+R and R Jacks.............................

These jacks deliver the output of the PSR-8000 for connec-

tion to external signal processing devices such as reverb or

equalizer units. The output from the signal processor can be

returned to the AUX IN/LOOP RETURN jacks, described

above. When feeding a monaural device connect only the L/

L+R jack. When a plug is inserted into the L/L+R jack only, the

left- and right-channel signals are combined and delivered via

the L/L+R jack.

When a plug is inserted into the LOOP SEND L/L+ R jack

the internal signal flow is interrupted and only the signal

returned to the AUX IN (LOOP RETURN) jacks — see above

— will appear at the PSR-8000 speakers, headphones, and AUX

OUT jacks. No sound will be produced if the return signal is not

fed to the AUX IN (LOOP RETURN) jacks.

LOOP SEND/LOOP RETURN

Connection Examples

1. Stereo Effect Processor

2. Mixer and Additional Sources

L/L+R R L/L+R R

LOOP SEND LOOP RETURN

Effector

L/L+R R L/L+R R

LOOP SEND

IN PUT

IN PUT STEREO OUT

MONITOR

OUT

LOOP RETURN

PA

Sound Source

Mixer

Sound Source

MASTER EQ

LOOP SEND

AUX IN / LOOP RETURN

TRIM

MASTER VOLUME

AUX OUT

POWER AMP

SP

L / R L / R

Loop Signal Flow Diagram

Connections & Music Stand

• Never return the output from the AUX OUT jacks to the AUX IN

jacks. Also never return the output from an external device fed by

the AUX OUT jacks to the AUX IN jacks. Doing so can result in a

feedback loop which damage the PSR-8000 and connected equip-

ment.

In this setup the sound of the PSR-8000 itself

as well as the external sources will be

reproduced via the PSR-8000 amplifier and

speakers, allowing the PSR-8000 to function

as a convenient stage monitor system.

AUX IN/LOOP RETURN

R L/L+R

MIN MAX

TRIM

LOOP SEND

R L/L+R

14

4 FOOT PEDAL SWITCH 1 and 2 Jacks ...................................................................................................................

One or two optional Yamaha FC5 footswitches connected to

these jacks can be used to control sustain and a range of other

important functions. Refer to the “FOOT SWITCH 1” and

“FOOT SWITCH 2” functions described on page 124.

5 FOOT PEDAL VOLUME Jack...........................................................................................................................................

An optional Yamaha FC7 Foot Controller can be connected

to this jack to allow foot volume (expression) control. The foot

controller can be assigned to control overall volume or the

volume of individual accompaniment and/or voices via the

“FOOT VOLUME” function — page 124.

6 MIDI IN, THRU and OUT Connectors ......................................................................................................................

The MIDI IN connector receives MIDI data from an exter-

nal MIDI device (such as a MIDI sequencer) which can be used

to control the PSR-8000. The MIDI THRU connector re-

transmits any data received at the MIDI IN connector, allowing

“chaining” of several MIDI instruments or other devices. The

MIDI OUT connector transmits MIDI data generated by the

PSR-8000 (e.g. note and velocity data produced by playing the

keyboard). More details on MIDI are provided on pages 132,

177. The PSR-8000 can also be connected directly to a personal

computer via the TO HOST connector, described below, with-

out the need for a MIDI interface.

• Be sure to set the HOST SELECT switch to MIDI when using the MIDI

connectors. The MIDI connectors do not function when the HOST

SELECT switch is in any other position.

• No MIDI transmission or reception occurs in the SAMPLING mode.

FOOT PEDAL

SWITCH 1 SWITCH 2 VOLUME

FOOT PEDAL

SWITCH 1 SWITCH 2 VOLUME

MIDI

IN OUT THRU

Tone Generator

Music

Computer

Connections & Music Stand

15

Although the PSR-8000 can be connected to a personal computer via the MIDI IN/OUT connectors and a MIDI

interface, the TO HOST connector and HOST SELECT switch allow direct connection to Apple Macintosh or IBM

PC/AT personal computers for sequencing and other music applications without the need for a separate MIDI

interface.

• When using the [TO HOST] terminal of the PSR-8000, first turn the power off on both the PSR-8000 and the computer before

connecting the cable. After connecting the cable, turn the power of the computer on first, then the PSR-8000.

• When not using the [TO HOST] terminal of the PSR-8000, make sure the cable is disconnected from the [TO HOST] terminal. If

the cable is left connected, the PSR-8000 may not function properly.

• When the HOST SELECT switch is set to “Mac”, “PC-1”, or “PC-2, no data transfer occurs via the MIDI connectors. To use the MIDI

connectors for connection via a standard MIDI interface, set the HOST SELECT switch to “MIDI”.

• No MIDI or TO HOST transmission or reception occurs in the SAMPLING mode.

7 TO HOST Connector & HOST SELECT Switch ...........................................................................................

● Connecting to an Apple Macintosh Series Computer ..................................................................

Connect the TO HOST connector of the PSR-8000 to the modem or printer port on your Macintosh, depending

on which port your MIDI software is using for MIDI data communication, using a standard Macintosh 8-pin system

peripheral cable. Set the HOST SELECT switch to the “Mac” position.

You may also have to make other MIDI interface settings on the computer side, depending on the type of software

you use (refer to your software owner’s manual). In any case the clock speed should be set to 1 MHz.

● Connecting to an IBM-PC/AT Series Computer...................................................................................

Connect the TO HOST connector of the PSR-8000 to the RS-232C port on your IBM computer, using a standard

8-pin MINI DIN → 9-pin D-SUB cross cable. Set the HOST SELECT switch to the “PC-2” position.

Refer to your software owner’s manual for information on any settings you might have to make on the computer

side.

2 (HSK i)1

1 (HSK 0)2

5 (RxD-)3

MINI DIN

8-PIN

4 GND4

3 (TxD-)5

8 (RxD+)6

7 (GP i)7

6 (TxD+)8

MINI DIN

8-PIN

“Mac” Cable Connections

• 8-pin system peripheral cable.

• Data transfer rate: 31,250 bps.

Apple Macintosh

Series Computer

Set to the “Mac”

position.

TO HOST

PC-1 PC-2

MIDIMac

8 (CTS)1

7 (RST)2

2 (RxD)3

4 5 (GND)

8

3 (TxD) 5

MINI DIN

8-PIN

D-SUB

9-PIN

“PC-2” Cable Connections

• 8-pin mini DIN → 9-pin D-SUB cable.

• Data transfer rate: 38,400 bps.

IBM-PC/AT

Series Computer

Set to the “PC-2”

position.

TO HOST

PC-1 PC-2

MIDIMac

Connections & Music Stand

16

Connector Pin Numbers

■ The Music Stand ..........................................................................................................................................................................

The PSR-8000 is supplied with a music stand that can be

attached to the instrument by inserting it into the holes at the

rear of the speaker panel.

D-SUB 9-PIN

MINI DIN 8-PIN

1

34

678

5

2

Connections & Music Stand

• If your system doesn’t work properly with the connections and settings listed above, your software may require different settings.

Check your software operation manual and if it requires a 31,250 bps. data transfer rate, set the HOST SELECT switch to “PC-1”.

• When using the TO HOST terminal to connect to a personal computer using Windows, a Yamaha MIDI driver must be installed in

the personal computer. The Yamaha MIDI driver can be obtained at Yamaha’s home page on the World Wide Web, <http://

www.yamaha.co.jp/english/xg/>.

5

9

4

8

3

7

2

6

1

17

Plug the AC power cord into the AC INLET on the rear panel

of the PSR-8000, and a convenient AC outlet, then press the

[STANDBY] button to turn the PSR-8000 ON.

• Pressing the [STANDBY] button a second time turns the power off.

• Even when the power is “off”, the PSR-8000 consumes a minute

amount of power in order to maintain some internal memory contents.

Be sure to unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet if you will not

be using the PSR-8000 for a long time.

To give you an idea of the PSR-8000’s sophisticated capabilities, it is

programmed with a number of demonstration sequences which can be

played in a number of ways.

Z Switch ON............................................................................................................................................................................................

X Set an Initial Volume Level................................................................................................................................................

Set the [MASTER VOLUME] control to a position about a

quarter of the way toward the highest setting. You can re-adjust

the [MASTER VOLUME] control for the most comfortable

overall volume level after playback begins.

C Press the [DEMO/HELP] Button..................................................................................................................................

Press the [DEMO/HELP] button and the PSR-8000 demo

display will appear.

V Select a Play Mode ....................................................................................................................................................................

Use either of the LCD dials under MODE on the display to

select one of the available play modes.

ALL All demo songs are played back in sequence.

RANDOM All demo songs are played back in random order.

SINGLE Only the selected song is played.

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B Select a Song ..................................................................................................................................................................................

Press the LCD button corresponding to the

category containing of demo song you want to

play, then use the same LCD button to select a

demo song in that group. You can also use either

of the LCD dials under SONG SELECT on the

display to select any of the demo songs.

N Turn the Repeat Mode ON or OFF

Use the REPEAT LCD dial to turn repeat

playback ON or OFF as required (when ON, the

selected song or sequence of songs will be re-

peated until the STOP LCD button is pressed)

M Start & Stop Playback as Re-

quired.........................................................................

Press the START LCD button to start playback

of the selected demo song(s). Press the STOP

LCD button when you want to stop playback.

< Exit When Done.............................................................................................................................................................................

Press either the [DEMO/HELP] button or the

[EXIT] button to exit from the demo mode and

return to the normal play-mode display when

you’ve finished playing the demo songs.

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The PSR-8000 makes general operation and programming easier than ever with

a large backlit LCD display panel and multi-function controls. The 10 LCD (A—J)

buttons — five on either side of the display panel — and 8 LCD dials below the

display perform the function indicated by the adjacent section of the display.

In the example display shown here, for example, the LCD dial immediately

below LEAD on the display can be used to adjust the volume of the LEAD voice.

Rotate the dial upward to increase the volume, or rotate the dial downward to

decrease the volume.

In the same way, the LCD button immediately to the right of LEAD voice

window on the display is used to set the normal octave for the lead voice (“0”),

shift it one octave up (“+1”), or one octave down (“–1”).

■ The MIXING CONSOLE Buttons..............................

The lower section of the normal play mode display, shown

to the right, provides individual volume controls for the PSR-

8000’s song, accompaniment, multi pad, left, right 1, right 2,

lead, and microphone sound. Pressing the [FADER] button

alternately switches between this display and the individual

auto-accompaniment part volume controls: rhythm 1, rhythm 2,

bass, chord 1, chord 2, pad, phrase 1, and phrase 2. This is

essentially a “mixer” that you will use to achieve the best overall

balance for your musical needs.

PART

The PSR-8000 Display & Display-based Controls

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A full-screen mixing console which provides access to a

wide range of controls for each part can be selected by pressing

the [FULL] button. Full details are provided in the “The Mixing

Console” section on page 39.

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■ The [DIRECT ACCESS] Button.....................................................................................................................................

Pressing a function button while holding the [DI-

RECT ACCESS] button will take you directly to a

parameter display related to that function. See page 170

for a list of the applicable panel buttons and parameter

displays accessed.

■ The [LCD CONTRAST] Control ....................................................................................................................................

The PSR-8000 display panel is a liquid-crystal type

which features a [LCD CONTRAST] control. Use the

[LCD CONTRAST] control to set the display for opti-

mum legibility.

■ The 5-language Help Function .....................................................................................................................................

The PSR-8000 provides “on-line help” for its main

features and functions.

Press the [DEMO/HELP] button and then the HELP

LCD button to go to the main help display. Either select

an item from the HELP MENU by using one of the

corresponding LCD dials and then press the “ENTER”

LCD button, or simply press a panel button to see

corresponding help text. If more than one page of help

text is available for the selected topic, use the LCD

buttons to the right of the display to switch pages as

necessary. Press the RETURN TO HELP MENU LCD

button for more help, or the [EXIT] or [DEMO/HELP]

button when you’re ready to exit from the help mode.

DIRECT ACCESS

LCD CONTRAST

The PSR-8000 Display & Display-based Controls

DEMO/HELP

■ The [EXIT] Button .......................................................................................................................................................................

No matter where you are in the PSR-8000 display

hierarchy, the [EXIT] button will return you to the next

highest level, or to the normal play mode display.

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The mixing console controls will disappear when functions

which have different displays are selected, but can be instantly

recalled without exiting from the current display mode by

pressing the [FADER] or [FULL] button. Pressing the [EXIT]