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Before using this instrument, be sure to read “PRECAUTIONS”
on pages 6 – 7.
N3: When assembling or transporting the unit, consult a
qualified AvantGrand dealer. (Refer to page 41 for the assembly
instructions.)
Achten Sie darauf, vor Einsatz dieses Instruments die
„VORSICHTSMASSNAHMEN“ auf Seiten 6-7 durchzulesen.
N3: Wenden Sie sich bezüglich Zusammenbau und Transport
des Gerätes an einen qualifizierten AvantGrand-Händler. (Lesen
Sie auf Seite 41 für Anweisungen zur Montage.)
Avant d'util
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SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION PRODUCT SAFETY MARKINGS: Yamaha electronic ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES: Yamaha strives to produce products may have either labels similar to the graphics products that are both user safe and environmentally shown below or molded/stamped facsimiles of these graph- friendly. We sincerely believe that our products and the pro- ics on the enclosure. The explanation of these graphics duction methods used to produce them, meet these goals. In appears on this page. Please observe a
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Explanation of Graphical Symbols The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert CAUTION the user to the presence of uninsulated RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK “dangerous voltage” within the product’s DO NOT OPEN enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF triangle is intended to alert the user to the ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT RE
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2 Hybrid Piano Combining over one hundred years of superb piano craftsmanship with the latest advanced technologies, Yamaha is proud to introduce a true hybrid acoustic/ digital piano that meets the demands of contemporary musicians. Authentic Acoustic Piano Touch with Special Grand Piano Action and Piano Keyboard This brand new, innovative keyboard delivers the rich expressive quality of an actual grand piano, thanks to its finely nuanced touch and exceptional response. Drawing on our many
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Table of Contents PRECAUTIONS ..........................................................6 Listening to songs in USB Flash Memory..................31 Formatting USB Flash Memory.................................33 Introduction Backing up Data and Initializing the Settings ...........34 Backup data in internal memory...........................34 Getting started playing your new Avant Grand! Initializing the data...............................................34 Panel Controls and Terminals..........
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4 PRECAUTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING * Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference. WARNING Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even death from electrical shock, short-circuiting, damages, fire or other hazards. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following: Power supply/Power cord Water warning • Only use the voltage specified as correct for the instrument. The required • Do not expos
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Handling caution Using the bench (If included) •Take care that the key cover does not pinch your fingers, and do not insert a • Do not place the bench in an unstable position where it might accidentally fall finger or hand in any gaps on the fallboard or instrument. over. • Never insert or drop paper, metallic, or other objects into the gaps on the • Do not play carelessly with or stand on the bench. Using it as a tool or step- fallboard, panel or keyboard. If this happens, turn off the power imm
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6 Panel Controls and Terminals Introduction The jacks and terminals on the underside of the instrument as shown here may seem to be in reverse from your Overview perspective in front of the instrument. Make sure when using these to carefully check the names as printed on the panel before making connections. Jacks and Terminals (page 9) N3 Lid (pages 11, 13) Stay (page 11) [AC IN] connector (page 10) Music rest (page 15) Fallboard (pages 11, 13) Power switch (page 12) Control panel (page 9
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Panel Controls and Terminals Control Panel er t y uio!0 !1 w q q [MASTER VOLUME] control ....................... page 12 w Display ...................................................See below. e [RECORD] button.........................................page 27 r [PLAY/STOP] button.................pages 16, 19, 28, 31 t [+]/[-] button The control panel is located at the y [DEMO/SONG] button..............pages 16, 19, 28, 31 bottom left of the instrument. Slide the panel out to use it. u [PIANO/VO
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8 Playing the Keyboard [AC IN] connector 1 Connecting the power cord 1-1 Set the voltage selector and insert the power cord plug to the [AC IN] connector. Refer to the “Panel Controls and Terminals” on page 8 for information on the location of the [AC IN] connector. Voltage Selector Voltage Selector Before connecting the AC power cord, check the setting of the voltage selector which is provided in some areas. To set the selector for 110V, 127V, 220V or 240V main voltages, use a “minus” scre
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Playing the Keyboard 2 Opening the fallboard Using the hand grip on the front, lift open the fallboard. CAUTION Hold the fallboard with both hands when opening or closing it. Do not release it until it is fully opened or closed. Be careful to avoid catch- CAUTION ing fingers (yours or others, especially children’s) between the fall- board and the unit. Be careful to avoid catching your fingers when opening the fallboard. CAUTION Do not place objects such as a piece of metal or paper on top of th
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10 Playing the Keyboard N2 CAUTION Be careful to avoid catching fingers (yours or others, and especially those of children) in folding portion or between the cover and main unit. 3-1 Raise the music rest (page 15). 3-2 Open the lid up as far as it will go. 4 Turning the power on Turn on the switch located on the bottom left of the keyboard to turn the power on. ↓ The [POWER] indicator located below the left end of the keyboard lights up. lights up power switch off on CAUTION Do not press any keys
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Playing the Keyboard 6 Turning the power off Turn the switch off. ↓ The [POWER] indicator turns off. CAUTION A small amount of electrical current remains even after the power switch is turned off. If you plan not to use the instrument for a long period of time, be sure to unplug the instrument from the AC outlet. 7 Closing the lid N3 7-1 Hold the lid stay and carefully raise the lid. Do not hold here. 7-2 Hold the lid in its raised position and lower the lid Hold here. stay. 7-3 Carefully lowe
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12 Playing the Keyboard Using the Pedals The instrument has three foot pedals that produce a range of expressive effects similar to those produced by the pedals on an acoustic piano. What is the half-pedal function? Damper (Right) Pedal This function allows the sustain length to The damper pedal functions in the same way as vary depending on how far the pedal is a damper pedal on an acoustic piano. When the pressed. The farther you press the pedal, damper pedal is pressed, notes sustain lo
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Playing the Keyboard Music Rest N3 To raise the music rest: 1 Gently open the front portion of lid. 2 Pull the music rest up and toward yourself until it remains at the desired angle. The music rest is latched at angles of 35 degrees and 70 degrees. 3 Open the music brace. To lower the music rest: 1 Close the music brace. 2 Pull the music rest toward yourself as far as it will go. When the music rest is at a 35 degree angle, raise it to a 70 degree angle, then pull it toward yourself. 3 Gent
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14 Listening to the Preset Songs Reference This instrument features a variety of built-in piano preset songs. You can simply listen to these songs. 3, 4 1, 2 1 Song: 1 Engage the Preset Song mode. In this manual, performance data is While holding down the [DEMO/SONG] button, press the called a “Song.” This includes preset [+] or [-] button until “ ” appears on the display. P01 songs and demo songs. P01 Mode: A mode is a status under which you can 2 Select a preset song. execute a certain fun
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Listening to the Preset Songs Select and start playback songs from the keyboard You can also select and start playback songs by pressing the keys. ● Play back a particular song: While holding down the [DEMO/SONG] button, press one of the C2–A2 keys. ● Play back all: While holding down the [DEMO/SONG] button, press the A3 key. ● Play back randomly: While holding down the [DEMO/SONG] button, press the A#3 key. A#3 C2 A2 A3 ↓ The selected preset song starts to play. Preset Songs Display Key Title
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16 Basic Operations and More The following instructions provide all you need to know about the instrument to take full advantage of its versatile and sophisticated functions. Selecting Voices To understand the characteristics of vari- Press and release the [PIANO/VOICE] button to select the Grand Piano 1 voice. ous voices, listen to demo songs for While holding down the [PIANO/VOICE] button, press the [+] or [-] button to each voice (page 19). select a different voice. Turn the [MASTER VOLUME
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Basic Operations and More Listening to the Voice Demo Songs Demo songs are provided that effectively demonstrate each of this instrument’s voices. 3, 4 1, 2 1 Simply press the [DEMO/SONG] button 1 Engage the Demo Song mode. to start playback of the demo song for While holding down the [DEMO/SONG] button, press the the currently selected voice. [+] or [-] button until the “ ” appears on the display. d01 d01 2 Select a demo song. Press the [+] or [-] button to select a song. You can play the ke
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18 Basic Operations and More Using the Metronome This instrument features a built-in metronome (a device that keeps an accurate tempo) that is convenient for practicing. 1, 2 1 Start the metronome. Press the [METRONOME] button to turn on the metronome. The beat indicator flashes at the current tempo. Setting range: 5 to 500 beats per minute Adjusting the tempo Normal setting: 120 When the song is selected, it becomes You can adjust the metronome tempo by pressing the [+] or [-] button while th
