Yamaha Psr-e263 Digital Keyboard Owner's Manual

YAMAHA PSR-E263 DIGITAL KEYBOARD

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WARNING

•  This AC adaptor is designed for use with only Yamaha electronic instruments. Do not use for any other purpose.
•  Indoor use only. Do not use in any wet environments.

CAUTION
When setting up, make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. If some trouble or malfunction occurs, immediately turn off the power switch of the instrument and disconnect the AC adaptor from the outlet. When the AC adaptor is connected to the AC outlet, keep in mind that electricity is flowing at the minimum level, even if the power switch is turned off. When you are not using the instrument for a long time, make sure to unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet.

For this instrument

Power supply/AC adaptor

•  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 15) only. Using the wrong adaptor can result in damage to the instrument or overheating.
•  Check the electric plug periodically

Do not open

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.

Water warning

•  Do not expose the instrument to rain, use it near water or in damp or wet conditions, or 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 have the instrument inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.
  Never insert or remove an electric plug with wet hands.

Fire warning

Do not put burning items, such as candles, on the unit. A burning item may fall over and cause a fire.

Battery

•  Follow the precautions below. Failure to do so might result in explosion, fire, overheating or battery fluid leakage.
•  Do not tamper with or disassemble batteries.
•  Do not dispose of batteries in fire.
•  Do not attempt to recharge batteries that are not designed to be charged.
•  Keep the batteries separate from metallic objects such as necklaces, hairpins, coins, and keys.
•  Use the specified battery type (page 15) only.
•  Use new batteries, all of which are the same type, same model, and made by the same manufacturer.
•  Always make sure all batteries are inserted in conformity with the +/- polarity markings.
•  When the batteries run out, or if the instrument is not to be used for a long time, remove the batteries from the instrument.
•  When using Ni-MH batteries, follow the instructions that came with the batteries. Use only the specified charger device when charging.
•  Keep batteries away from small children who might accidentally swallow them.
•  If the batteries do leak, avoid contact with the leaked fluid. If the battery fluid should come in contact with your eyes, mouth, or skin, wash immediately with water and consult a doctor. Battery fluid is corrosive and may possibly cause loss of sight or chemical burns

If you notice any abnormality

When one of the following problems occur, immediately turn off the power switch and disconnect the electric plug from the outlet. (If you are using batteries, remove all batteries from the instrument.) 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.

Power supply/AC adaptor

• 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 when the instrument is not to be used for extended periods of time, or during electrical storms

Location

•  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 it, use the provided screws only. Failure to do so could cause damage to the internal components or result in the instrument falling over

Connections

•  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.
•  Be sure to set the volumes of all components at their minimum levels and gradually raise the volume controls while playing the instrument to set the desired listening level.

Handling caution

• 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

NOTICE
To avoid the possibility of malfunction/ damage to the product, damage to data, or damage to other property, follow the notices below.

•  Handling
  •  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. When you use the instrument along with an application on your
  • iPad, iPhone or iPod touch, we recommend that you set “Airplane Mode” to “ON” on that device in order to avoid noise caused by communication.
  •  Depending on the condition of surrounding radio waves, the instrument may possibly malfunction.
  •  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, 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.
•  Maintenance
  •  When cleaning the instrument, use a soft cloth. Do not use paint thinners, solvents, alcohol, cleaning fluids, or chemical-impregnated wiping cloths.
•  Saving data
  •  Some of the data of this instrument (page 14) are retained when the power is turned off. However, the saved data may be lost due to some failure, an operation mistake, etc.

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 contents in which Yamaha owns copyrights or with respect to which Yamaha has license to use others’ copyrights. Due to copyright laws and other relevant laws, you are NOT allowed to distribute media in which these contents are saved or recorded and remain virtually the same or very similar to those in the product.
•  The contents described above include a computer program, Accompaniment Style data, MIDI data, WAVE data, voice recording data, a score, score data, etc.
•  You are allowed to distribute medium in which your performance or music production using these contents is recorded, and the permission of Yamaha Corporation is not required in such cases.

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.
•  iPhone, iPad, iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
•  The company names and product names in this manual are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies

Information for users on collection and disposal of old equipment and used batteries:

• These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste.
• For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation.
• By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling.
• For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries, please contact your local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items.
• For business users in the European Union:
• If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.
• Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union:
• These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples):

• This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by the EU Battery
• Directive for the chemical involved.

About the Manuals

This instrument has the following documents and instructional materials.

Owner’s Manual (this book)

This book explains how to use the basic functions and how to make detailed settings for the various functions of the instrument. The Appendix section contains various important preset content lists such as Voices, Styles and Effects.

Downloading the Song Book

• Song Book (only in English, French, German and Spanish)
• Contains music scores for the preset Songs (excluding the Demo Songs) of this instrument.
• After completing the user registration at the website below, you can download the Song Book free of charge.

Yamaha Online Member https://member.yamaha.com/ You will need the PRODUCT ID on the sheet (“Online Member Product Registration”) packaged with this manual in order to fill out the User Registration form.

Included Accessories

•  Owner’s manual (this book)
•  Music rest
•  AC Adaptor

May not be included depending on your area. Please check with your Yamaha dealer.

•  Online Member Product Registration

The PRODUCT ID on the sheet will be needed when you fill out the User Registration form..

Using the Music Rest

Setting Up

Power Requirements

• Although the instrument will run either from an AC adaptor or batteries, Yamaha recommends use of an
• AC adaptor whenever possible. An AC adaptor is more environmentally friendly than batteries and does not deplete resources.

Using an AC Adaptor

• Connect the AC adaptor in the order shown in the illustration.

WARNING

• Use the specified AC adaptor (page 15) only. Using the wrong AC adaptor can result in damage to the instrument or overheating.
•  When using the AC adaptor with a removable plug, make sure to keep the plug attached to the AC adaptor. Using the plug alone can cause electric shock or fire.
•  If the plug is accidentally removed from the AC adaptor, slide it back in until it clicks into place, taking care to avoid touching any internal metal parts. To avoid electric shock, short circuit or damage, also be careful that there is no dust between the AC adaptor and plug

Using Batteries

This instrument requires six “AA” size, Alkaline (LR6)/ Manganese (R6) batteries, or rechargeable nickelmetal hydride batteries (rechargeable Ni-MH batteries). The Alkaline batteries or rechargeable Ni-MH batteries are recommended for this instrument, since other types may result in poorer battery performance.

•  Make sure that the power of the instrument is off.
•  Open the battery compartment cover located on the instrument’s bottom panel.
•  Insert the six new batteries, being careful to follow the polarity markings on the inside of the compartment.
•  Replace the compartment cover, making sure that it locks firmly in place.

Setting the battery type

Depending on the battery type to be used, you may need to change the battery type setting on this instrument. Alkaline (and manganese) batteries are chosen by default. After installing new batteries and turning the power on, make sure to set the Battery Type appropriately (rechargeable or not) via Function number 022 (page 14).

Turning the Power On

• Set [MASTER VOLUME] to the MIN position, then press the [ ] (Standby/On) switch to turn on the power.
• Press and hold the [ ] (Standby/On) switch for about a second to set the instrument to standby mode.

Auto Power Off function

To prevent unnecessary power consumption, this instrument features an Auto Power Off function that automatically turns the power off if the instrument is not used for approximately 30 minutes. To disable the Auto Power Off function, select “Off” in the Function settings (Function 021).

Panel Controls and Terminals

FRONT  PANEL

1.  (Standby/On) switch
   • Turns the instrument’s power on or off.
2.  [MASTER VOLUME] control
   • Adjusts the overall volume.
3.  [DEMO] button
   • Starts/stops the Demo.
   • Holding down this button changes the playback group.
4.  [METRONOME] button
   • Starts/stops the metronome.
   • Holding down this button calls up the Time Signature display (Function number 016 on page 14.)
5.  [TEMPO/TAP] button
   • Calls up the Tempo display. With this status, use the Number buttons to set the tempo of the Song,
   • Style and metronome.
   • You can set the tempo also by tapping this button several times at the desired tempo.
6. [PHRASE REC] button
   • Records your performance. See page 12.
7.  [1 LISTEN & LEARN] button
   • Starts the Song with the Lesson 1 mode (page 11).
8.  [2 TIMING] button
   • Starts the Song with the Lesson 2 mode (page 11).
9.  [3 WAITING] button
   • Starts the Song with the Lesson 3 mode (page 11). Holding down this button calls up the Chord Dictionary display. In this status, the keyboard is divided into three sections, split at C3 and C6. Specify a chord root in the right section then a chord type in the middle section. As the notes to be played are shown in the display, play the corresponding notes in the left section. When you’ve played the chord properly, a bell sound signals your success.
10. PART [L]/[R] buttons
    • Selects a lesson part or a mute part of the current
    • Song. Pressing the [L] button enters the Duo mode. See page 10.
11. [A-B REPEAT] button
    • Turns on/off Song Repeat playback.
    • Pressing this a first time specifies the starting point
    • A. Pressing this a second time specifies the ending point B. Pressing this again turns off Song Repeat playback.
12. [REW] button
    • Returns to the earlier measure of the Song.
13. [FF] button
    • Skips ahead to the next beat of the Song.
14. PAUSE] button
    • Stops Song playback at the current position.
15. [ACMP ON/OFF] button
    • Splits the keyboard into the Left hand (Chord) and
    • Right hand (Melody) sections.
16. [INTRO/ENDING/rit.] button
    • By pressing this when the Style is stopped, you can start playback from the Intro.
    • By pressing this during Style playback, you can switch playback to the Ending.
    • By pressing this during Ending playback, you can apply a tempo ritardando to playback.
17. [MAIN/AUTO FILL] button
    • Switches between the Main A and Main B of the
    • Style. During playback, the Fill-in is added when you press this button.
18. [SYNC START] button
    • Enables/disables the ability to start playback by simply playing the keyboard.
19. [START/STOP] button
    • Starts/stops Song playback in the Song mode, or Style playback in the Style mode.
20. [SONG] button
    • Calls up the Song selection display.
    • Enters the Song mode.
21. [VOICE] button
    • Calls up the Voice selection display.
    • If you hold down this button in the Song mode, the current
    • Voice will be assigned to the Melody of the current Song.
22. [STYLE] button
    • Calls up the Style selection display.
    • Enters the Style mode.
23. Number buttons [0]–[9], [+], [-]
    • Selects the setting value for items such as Voice, Style,
    • Song and Tempo.
24. PORTABLE GRAND] button
    • Makes the appropriate settings for piano performance only.
25. [ULTRA-WIDE STEREO] button
    • Press this to turn on the ULTRA-WIDE STEREO Effect.
    • Holding this down calls up the Master EQ Type selection display (Function number 013 on page 13.)
26. [SOUND EFFECT] button
    • Lets you play various Sound Effects from the keyboard.
27. [FUNCTION] button
    • Pressing this repeatedly calls up various parameters in sequence.
28. Drum illustrations for the Drum Kit
    • Indicates drum instruments assigned to each key when the
    • Standard Kit 1 is selected.
29. AUX IN jack
    • For connecting an external audio device. See page 12.
30. PHONES/OUTPUT jack
    • For connecting headphones and external audio equipment
31. SUSTAIN jack
    • For connecting a Footswitch.
32. DC IN jack
    • For connecting the AC adaptor.

Let’s enjoy playing the keyboard

Simply playing as a piano

•  Press [PORTABLE GRAND] 
•  Play the keyboard like a Pianist !

Playing a Voice

•  Press [VOICE]
•  Use the Number buttons to select a Voice.
•  Play the keyboard.

One Touch Setting

The One Touch Setting feature automatically selects the most suitable Voice when you select a Style or Song (excepting the Song inputted from the [AUX IN] jack). Simply select Voice number “000” to activate this feature.

Playing the keyboard with two persons (Duo mode)

• When this mode is on, two different players can play the instrument simultaneously, with the same sound, over the same octave range—one person on the left and the other on the right.
• To do so, simultaneously hold down the PART [] button and press the [ ] (Standby/On) switch to turn on the power. To exit from the Duo mode, press the [ ] (Standby/On) switch to turn off the power, and turn the power back on again normally

Playing a Song

• Press [SONG]
•  Use the Number buttons to select a Song.
• Press [START/STOP] !5 to start playback.
• Press the PART buttons !0 to mute the Melody part.

Playing with a Style

•  Press [STYLE]
•  Use the Number buttons to select a Style.
•  Press [ACMP ON/OFF] !1 to turn accompaniment on.
•  Press [SYNC START] !4 to turn Sync Start on.
•  Press [INTRO/ENDING/rit.]
•  Play a chord in the left area of the keyboard to start playback.
•  Play a chord with your left hand and play a melody with your right hand.
•  Press [INTRO/ENDING/rit.] !2.
•  As desired, press [INTRO/ENDING/rit.] !2 again to apply ritardando.

Song Lesson

• Press [SONG] then use the Number buttons to select a Song.
•  Press the PART buttons !0 to select the Lesson Part.
•  Press the desired Lesson button.
  • [ LISTEN & LEARN]
    •  Simply listen to the Song.
  •  TIMING]
    •  Learn to play the notes at the correct timing.
  • [ WAITING]
    •  Learn to play the correct notes.
  •  See the evaluation on the display when playback finishes. (Only for [2 TIMING] and [3 WAITING])

Chord Study
A Song category for experiencing the sounds of chords. Simply play back a Song from this category, then play the notes/chord indications shown in the display.

Recording

Record your performance as a User Song (Song number 113, up to approx. 300 notes), which can then be played back on the instrument.

• Press [PHRASE REC] y to enter the Record mode.
• To exit from the Record mode, press this button again.
• Play the keys in the Record mode to start the recording.
• Stop the recording by pressing the [START/ STOP] !5.
• To listen to the recorded Song and stop the playing, use [START/STOP].

Playing an External Audio Device with the Built-in Speakers

•  Turn off the power for both the external audio device and this instrument.
•  Connect the audio device to the instrument’s [AUX IN] jack 25. Use an audio cable with no resistance having a stereo-mini plug on one side for connecting to this instrument, and a proper plug to match the output jack of the external audio device on the other side.
•  Turn on the audio device, and then this instrument.
•  Start play back of the connected audio device. The sound of the audio device is output through the speakers of this instrument.
•  Stop playback of the audio device.

Making detailed settings

•  Press [FUNCTION] @3 repeatedly to call up the desired setting from various items such as Transpose, Tuning, Split Point, Sustain, and Time Signature of the metronome.
•  Use the Number buttons to set the value.

Function List

Initialization
This operation initializes the backup parameters and the User Song. While holding down the highest white key, press the [ ] (Standby/On) switch to turn the power on.

Specifications

• Product Name
  •  Digital Keyboard
• Keyboards
  •  61 standard-size keys (C1–C6)
• Display
  •  LCD display
• Voice
  •  384 panel Voices + 16 drum/SFX kits
  •  Polyphony: 32
• Style
  •  130 Preset Styles
  •  Style Control: ACMP ON/OFF, SYNC START,
  • START/STOP, INTRO/ENDING/rit., MAIN/AUTO FILL
• Effects
  •  Reverb: 9 types
  •  Chorus: 5 types
  •  Ultra-Wide Stereo: 3 types
  •  Master EQ: 6 types
• Song
  •  112 Preset Songs
• Recording
  •  1 (up to approx. 300 notes)
• Amplifier
  •  2.5W + 2.5W
• Speakers
  •  12cm x 2
• Power Consumption
  •  6W (When using PA-130 AC adaptor)
• Power Supply
  •  Adaptor: Yamaha PA-130 or an equivalent recommended by Yamaha
  •  Batteries: Six 1.5V “AA” size alkaline (LR6), manganese (R6) or six 1.2V “AA” size Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (HR6)
• Dimensions (W x D x H)
  •  940mm x 317mm x 106mm (37” x 12-1/2” x 4-3/16”)
• Weight
  •  4.0kg (8lbs 13oz.) (not including batteries)

Separately Sold Accessories

•  Footswitch: FC4A/FC5
•  Keyboard Stand: L-2C
•  Headphones: HPH-50/HPH-100/HPH-150
•  Adaptor: Yamaha PA-130 or an equivalent recommended by Yamaha

The contents of this manual apply to the latest specifications as of the printing date. Since Yamaha makes continuous improvements to the product, this manual may not apply to the specifications of your particular product. To obtain the latest manual, access the Yamaha website then download the manual file. Since specifications, equipment or separately sold accessories may not be the same in every locale, please check with your Yamaha dealer

Voice List

Drum Kit List

Song List

Style List

Effect Type List

Reverb Types

Chorus Types

WARRANTY

Important Notice: Guarantee information for customers in EEA* and Switzerland For detailed guarantee information about this Yamaha product, and Pan-EEA” and Switzerland warranty service, please either visit the website address below (A printable file is available at our website) or contact the Yamaha representative office for your country.EEA: European Economic Area