Owner's GuideSpielanleitungMode d'emploi

Manual del Propietario

YAMAHA

Congratulations!

Thank you for purchasing a YamahaPortaTone PSR-36. This PortaToneis an ultra-modern keyboard with adesign based on the latest digitalelectronics technology.To be sure you get maximum satis-faction, we suggest you followthe steps in this manual carefullywhile actually playing theinstrument.

ContentsBefore playing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1. Nomenclature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22. Playing back the Demonstration

Music. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 33. Starting to Play

(Orchestra Section) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4. Voice Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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5. Using the Built-in Drummer(PCM/Stereo Rhythm Section) . . . . . 7

6. Creating Original RhythmPatterns (Custom Drummer) . . . . . .10

7. Adding Accompaniment(Auto Bass Chord Section) . . . . . . . 12

8. Chord Sequence Programming . 159. External Jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

10. Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

11. About MIDI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1912. Taking Care of Your PortaTone 2213. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

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Before playing

Inserting Batteries

insert six 1.5V SUM-1 "D" size, R-20,

Remove the battery compartment coveron the bottom of the instrument and

or equivalent alkaline batteries (soldseparately), making sure that thepolarities are placed as directed insidethe compartment. Replace the cover,ensuring that it locks securely in place.

Optional power adaptorsHousehold current: Power Adaptor PA-4/PA-40 is available for household current.No other adaptor is usable, so whenyou purchase a power adaptor pleaseensure that it is model PA-4/PA-40.Car Battery: Car Battery Adaptor CA-1plugs into a car cigarette lighter socket.

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Nomenclature

Power SwitchMaster Volume ControlAuto Bass Chord Volume ControlBass & Chord Variation SelectorsBass & Chord Voice SelectorsAuto Bass Chord Mode SelectorAuto Bass Chord Key SectionRhythm Volume ControlRhythm Variation SelectorCustom Drummer Function SelectorsCustom Drummer Key SectionTempo ControlsRhythm SelectorsFill-in ButtonSynchro Start and Start ButtonsStop ButtonIntro./Ending ButtonKeyboard Percussion ButtonDuet On/Off SwitchSustain SelectorOrchestra Bank SelectorOrchestra Voice SelectorsDigital Synthesizer SelectorVoice Data ControllersChord Sequencer Record ButtonChord Sequencer Play ButtonMIDI ButtonDemonstration ButtonPitch Controls

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Playing back theDemonstration MusicFirst, try listening to the DemonstrationMusic.To hear this music, do the following:

1. Switch on

2. Adjust the volumeSlide the MASTER VOLUME controlabout three-quarters of the way towardsMax. to set the volume level.

3. Press the DEMONSTRATIONbutton

"William Tell Overture" will start to playas soon as you press this button.

Slide the POWER switch to the ONposition. The power-on light will thenilluminate.

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button again.

To stop the music, press the STOPbutton or the DEMONSTRATION

You can change the programmedvoice, rhythm and tempo as you like.However, you shouldnt select a 3-Beatrhythm, since it would not match thedemonstration piece.

Starting to playOrchestra sectionFirst, try the sounds in the Orchestrasection, which is a fundamental part ofthis keyboard.

1. Choose an instrument voiceFirst set the Orchestra Bank selectorfor the desired bank of voices (OrchestraBank selector in upper position to selectupper row of voices labeled in silverabove the voice selectors, lower positionto select lower row of voices labeled inyellow.) Then press the Orchestra Voiceselector for the desired voice in theselected bank.l When you turn the keyboard ON, the

BRASS 1 voice will automaticallybe selected if the Orchestra Bankselector is set to the upper position,and the BRASS 2 voice will be selectedif the Orchestra Bank selector is setto the lower position.

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Notes:1. Vibrato is automatically applied to voices which

benefit from application of this effect.2. Be sure to set the Auto Bass Chord MODE

selector to the OFF position. When theselector is set to the SINGLE FINGER or FINGERED position. the keys in the Auto BassChord key section cannot be used for melodyplaying.

2. Try other voicesMake your selection from among thevoices in the ORCHESTRA section

Note:The maximum number of notes that can be playedsimultaneously (normally twelve) will be reducedwhen the Auto Bass Chord, Duet and DigitalSynthesizer are used. The minimum number ofsimultaneous notes is two.

3. Adding sustainSlide the SUSTAIN selector to its 1or 2 setting, and notes will be sustain-ed after you lift your fingers from thekeys. SUSTAIN 1 produces a shortsustain, SUSTAIN 2 produces a longersustain.

Pitch controlThe PITCH control function enablesyou to fine-tune the keyboard for whenyou want to play in an ensemble. Eachtime is pressed, the pitch increasesvery slightly, up to a maximum of 50cents above the preset level. Whenever is pressed, the pitch drops slightly,also to a maximum of 50 cents.

Notes:1. If you hold down one of the PITCH controls, the

pitch will change continuously.2. If you press both of the PITCH controls together,

the pitch will return to the preset level (A3=440Hz).

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Voice Editing

DIGITAL SYNTHESIZERAs one of the PSR-36s special features,the Digital Synthesizer function allowsyou to expand the 32 orchestra voicesto total of 100,000 different voices.

Lets create various voices usingDIGITAL SYNTHESIZER.1. Select the desired voice by pressing

one of the 32 Orchestra Voiceselectors

2. Set the Digital Synthesizer selector to ON.

3. Adjust the volume using the MasterVolume control

4. Set each Voice Data controller(SPECTRUM, BRILLIANCE,ENVELOPE, VIBRATO and DETUNE)

to the position which results inthe desired sound.

SPECTRUMThis controls the timbre or tone colorof the voice.

BRILLIANCEThis determines how brilliant or mellowthe voice is.

ENVELOPEControls the attack of the notes (whetherthe notes begin sharply or smoothly).

VIBRATOThis controls the vibrato effect.

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DETUNEIncreasing the DETUNE setting producesa thicker multi-instrument type sound.

5. Now, lets play some notes. Bycomparing the same voice in both theON and OFF settings of the DigitalSynthesizer Selector you candistinguish the difference in timbre.

l The degree to which a voice changes varieswith the selected voice.

Using the built-indrummerPCM/Stereo rhythm sectionNow its time to add a dynamic rhythmaccompaniment to your melody.

1. Choose a rhythmPick the rhythm that best suits the musicyoure going to play and press thecorresponding Rhythm selector

When you turn the keyboard ON,the DISCO rhythm is automaticallyselected.

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2. Start the rhythmAfter selecting a rhythm, press theSTART selector

Synchro StartUse the SYNCHRO START buttonIf you want the rhythm to begin fromthe moment you first press a key. Anyof the 19 keys (up to F#2) beginningat the left of the keyboard (Auto BassChord key section will activate therhythm.

Intro./EndingInstead of using START, you can havethe rhythm begin by using theINTRO./ENDING button . When thisselector is pressed, the rhythm willstart after a two-bar intro-phrase.

3. AdjustmentsVolumeThe Rhythm VOLUME control lets YOU adjust the rhythm volume inrelation to the melody volume.TempoUse the TEMPO controls to adjustthe speed of the rhythm.VariationThe Rhythm VARIATION selectorgives a choice of five patterns foreach rhythm.

4. Making use of the Tempo LightThe Tempo Light functions as a visualmetronome, making it simple for you toconfirm the rhythm tempo. It flashesindicating tempo when the rhythm isrunning and also when the SYNCHROSTART button has been pressed butyou have not yet started the rhythm bypressing a key.

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5. Adding fill-insIf you tap the FILL-IN button therhythm being played will be replacedwith a 1-bar drum solo.

If you press the FILL-IN button before starting to play, the rhythm willstart after a 1-bar drum solo.

6. Using the INTRO./ENDING buttonfor your musical finale

If you press the INTRO./ENDING buttonwhen the rhythm is on, the rhythm

will stop automatically after playing atwo-bar ending phrase. If you wish tostop the rhythm immediately, press theSTOP button

Keyboard PercussionPress the KEYBOARD PERCUSSIONbutton and you can enjoy playinglike a drummer by tapping the CustomDrummer keys with your fingers.Twenty-five PCM digital percussionsounds are assigned to the keys. Thedifferent kinds of percussion instrumentsounds are indicated by symbols nextto the relevant keys. (When the KeyboardPercussion feature is engaged, theTempo Light will come on). If you turnKEYBOARD PERCUSSION ON while arhythm pattern is playing, the rhythmpattern will stop (leaving bass and/orchord backing when using the Auto BassChord function described in item 7) soyou can play your own rhythm on theCustom Drummer keys. Press theKEYBOARD PERCUSSION button asecond time to exit the Keyboardpercussion mode.

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Creating originalrhythm patternsCustom DrummerThe PSR-36 has 80 preset rhythm patterns(including variations). Apart from thepreset patterns, you can also createoriginal ones of your own using CustomDrummer

Programming a rhythm patternCreate your own version of the 8 Beatrhythm. 1. First of all, choose a basic rhythm

pattern from among the presetrhythms. As an example, select POPS.

2. Press the PROGRAM selector. Youare now ready to input.

Try writing the following rhythm patterns:

3. Press the CLEAR selector and thepreset POPS is cancelled, leavingonly the sound of the beat count.

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4. Input the bass drum pattern by tapp-

5. The same procedure is required forinputting snare drum, closed hi-hat,and open hi-hat. You can add anaccent (slightly higher volume level)to the timing you want by tapping the> key (B5).

6. If you make an error, cancel it bypressing the relevant percussion keytogether with the CANCEL key (C6.The input that percussion instrumentagain.

7. When your original pattern iscompleted, press the STOP buttonor PROGRAM button again.In procedure 3, if you do not want to erase all of the percussion sounds,you can use the CANCEL key (C6) and individual percussion keys toselectively erase.

8. Now, playback what you haveprogrammed by pressing the PLAYselector.

Try other rhythm patterns as shown

MARCHING DRUM(set to MARCH/POLKA)

Notes:1. When you play back a customized rhythm, the

Auto Bass Chord feature can be used in the

2.same way as with a preset rhythm.The total number of percussion voices that canbe used for one pattern amounts to 8.

3. When the power is OFF, the data that you inputwill be erased automatically.

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ing the key indicated by the figure.

below:

AddingaccompanimentAuto Bass Chord section

The Auto Bass Chord section is anautomatic accompaniment feature.if the MODE selector is set to OFF,the Auto Bass Chord system does notfunction.With the SINGLE FINGER positionselected, you can play chords plus bassnotes with just one finger when youpress any of the keys in the Auto BassChord key section The FINGERED position is suitable foryou if you already know how to playchords since it lets you play yourown chords and stiil get the bassaccompaniment.

For one-fingered accompaniment1. Slide the selector to the SINGLE

FINGER position.2. Select a rhythm

Choose the rhythm you want then

button (Dont forget to do thispress the SYNCHRO START or START

whenever you use the Auto BassChord feature).

3. Press a keyPress one of the 19 keys in the AutoBass Chord key section on theleft side of the keyboard.

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4. Set the volumeAdjust the volume to suit the overalllevel using the Auto Bass ChordVOLUME control

5. Set the tempoSet the tempo you want using theTEMPO controls in the Rhythmsection.

6. Select a variation combinationUsing the BASS and CHORDVARIATION selectors choose thebass and chord pattern combinationmost suitable for the kind of musicyou want to play.

Moving the CHORD VARIATIONselector to position No. 8 cancels thechord accompaniment, leaving only

7. Select the bass and chord voices

the bass line and percussion. You

Enjoy selecting different bass and

can then play your own chords In

chord voices using the BASS andCHORD VOICE selectors to suit

the normal way.

the music.8. To stop the Auto Bass Chord

accompanimentPress the STOP button in theRhythm section.

You will hear the corresponding chordwith bass and rhythm accompaniment.For instance, when you press C, youllobtain a C major chord that plays alongwith the bass and rhythm.

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Obtaining minor, seventh, and minorseventh chords in Single Finger

To get a C minor chord depress theC key together with the next blackkey to the left.To get a C seventh chord depressthe C key together with the next whitekey to the left.To get a C minor seventh chord,simply press the C key together withthe black key and white key to the left.

For automatic accompanimentbased on three-note or four-notechords1. Slide the selector to the FINGERED

2. When a combination of keys locatedin the Auto Bass Chord key sectionis pressed, the resulting chord willbe played togeter with the automaticaccompanimient consisting of thebass line and the selected rhythm.

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variation selectors 6 and 7 Include arpeggio patterns.The arpeggio patterns are only produced, however,when major, minor, dominant seventh or minorseventh chords are played.

Adding harmony to the melody (DUET)This function works together withthe SINGLE FINGER or FINGEREDfeature in the Auto Bass Chordsection. Slide the DUET on/off switch

to ON, and a harmonizing note(taken from your left hand chord) willbe added to each melody note youplay.

position.

mode.

Note:The chord accompaniment selected by chord

Advanced course 1:Manual Bass accompaniment1. Siide the MODE selector to the

MANUAL BASS position.2. Play your own bass line using the

keys in the Auto Bass Chord keysection

Note:You can play only one note at a time in the AutoBass Chord key section when using this function.

Advanced course 2:Keyboard splitIf you set the Auto Bass Chord MODEselector to the KEYBOARD SPLIT

be cancelled, enabling you to play theposition, the auto accompaniment will

19 keys in the Auto Bass Chord keysection using any of the CHORD voices.This means that you can play withdifferent voices for your left and righthands.Choose the left-hand voice by means ofthe CHORD VOICE selector

Note:You can play up to four notes at the same time inthe Auto Bass Chord key section when using thisfunction.

Chord SequenceProgrammingWith this feature you can have thekeyboard store the chords you play in itsmemory, then have them played back inany tempo you like. A selected rhythmpattern can also be memorized. The mainadvantage is that after storing the chordprogression and rhythm pattern in thememory, you can have them replayedautomatically to accompany you whileyou concentrate on practicing yourmelody performances or improvisations.

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Note:When the power is OFF, the data that you inputwill be erased automatically.

A. Chord recording1. Depress the RECORD button in the

CHORD SEQUENCER section.2. Try storing the accompaniment for

Greensleeves. First, select WALTZin the Rhythm section, and then playthe following chord sequence togetherwith the rhythm (using the Auto BassChord key section

Note 1:Recording can also be started by pressing the STARTbutton You can use this method when youwant to start with a "blank" chord pattern.

Note 2:The accompaniment can be played using either theSingle Finger or Fingered mode of the Auto BassChord section. However, the Single Finger modeis automatically engaged when you press RECORDexcept when using the Fingered mode beforehand(see page 13 for instructions on Single Finger andpage 14 for Fingered).

3. When all of the chords have beenprogrammed, press the STOP button or RECORD button again.The accompaniment has now beenstored in the memory.

B. Chord playbackThe memorized accompaniment can beplayed back, unless you cancel thememory contents by inputting a differentchord sequence.

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1. Press the PLAY button of theCHORD SEQUENCER.

2. Start playback by pressing the STARTbutton or any key on the keyboard.

3. Try playing the melody of Green-sleeves to the accompanimentplayback (see below).

4. Playback can be stopped at an timeby pressing the STOP button

Melody

Capacity of Chord SequencerAbout 100 chord changes are possible.This means that it is possible to recordthe chords for a piece consistingof 100 measures if one measurecontains one chord on average.If complicated chords are recorded byusing Fingered Chord, the chordrecordig capacity will be reduced.If the number of chords exceeds thememory capacity, recording will stopautomatically.

External jacksSeveral jacks are provided at the back ofthe keyboard for connecting a variety ofoptional accessories. There is also aheadphone jack at the front.

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A. External power source jack(DC 9-12V IN)AC powerConnect the optional AC PowerAdaptor PA-4/PA-40 to the DC 9-12VIN jack.

Car batteryThe Car Battery Adaptor CA-1 plugsinto the DC 9-12V IN jack and acigarette lighter socket.

B. Aux Out jacks (L & R)You can channel sound through yourstereo system using these jacks. Usethe optional connecting cord PSC-3.l Impedance: 600

sounding simultaneously at maxi-mum volume with Jazz Organ voice)

Note:These jacks were designed to accommodatethe most commonly used Impedances. Significantdeviation from these specifications will result Ininadequate drive, distortion, noise, and poorperformance in genera/.

C. Expression pedal jackThe EXP. PEDAL jack is for connectingthe Expression Pedal EP-1, which letsyou control the overall volume levelusing your foot.

D. Headphone Jack (Below left endof keyboard.)Connect a set of headphones to thisjack and you can practice withoutdisturbing others.

E. MIDI Jacks (IN & OUT)Refer to page 19 for details concern-ing MIDI.

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Output level: -7 2dBm (7 notes

Optional accessories

AC Power Adaptor (PA-4/PA-40)Transforms AC voltage to DC voltage.Car Battery Adaptor (CA-1)Enables you to provide power to theinstrument from a car battery usingthe cigarette lighter socket.Soft Carrying Case (SCC-12)For convenient transportation.Headphones (HPE-3/5)Specially designed lightweightdynamic headphones with extra-softear pads.Connecting Cable (PSC-3)For connecting the keyboard to astereo hi-fi system or cassette tapedeck.Keyboard Stand (L-2/4)Expression Pedal (EP-1)Lets you add more feeling to music byenabling subtle control of the overallvolume level.Bench (BC-6)

Some optional accessories may not beavailable in every region.

About MIDI

MIDI is an acronym standing for MusicalInstrument Digital Interface, which is astandard interface for communicationbetween keyboards and other musicdevices.The Porta Tone PSR-36 is equipped withMIDI jacks (IN and OUT), enablingconnection of the Porta Tone to anotherkeyboard equipped with MIDI jacks oran expander module, for synchronizedperformances.

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(Example)

MIDI OUT

PSR-36

When the power is turned on, themode is: LOCAL ON, OMNI ON, POLY.Data to be sent/received in normal

MIDI FunctionsThe PSR-36 is equipped with 6 MIDIfunctions. These functions are selectedby pressing the Orchestra Voice Selectorshown in the table below while pressingthe MIDI button

Table of MIDI FunctionsTo select MIDI functions, press theappropriate Orchestra. Voice selector( as shown below) while holding the MIDI

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mode Key ON/OFF Orchestra voice change Orchestra sustain

1&2. Selecting MIDI ChannelsWhile holding the MIDI button pressBRASS 1/BRASS 2 (send channel) orSAX/HORN (receive channel) and thenpress one of the black or white keys onthe left of the keyboard to designate thechannel (CH1 through CH16 from left).

Note:The OMNI ON Mode is selected by pressing the 17thkey from the left while pressing the MIDI button

3. Split Send ModeWhen this mode is selected, only theKey On data for keys to the left of thesplit point is sent on the designatedchannel (fixed at CH2) when SINGLEFINGER, FINGERED, MANUAL BASS, orKEYBOARD SPLIT mode is selected.

4. Program Change OffThis is used to cancel the sending andreception of voice select and rhythmselect information (program changes)from an external device.

5. MIDI Clock SelectThis is used for synchronization withthe timing clock of an external device.

6. Local OffThis is used to cancel the melody soundsof the PSR-36. (Rhythm and Auto BassChord cannot be turned off. The Rhythmand Auto Bass Chord sounds can beeliminated by setting their volumes toMIN.)

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Taking care of yourPortaToneYour PortaTone will remain in excellent

ing the following.playing condition if care is taken concern-

1. When you use AC power, be sure touse the optional AC Power PA-4/PA-40 adaptor. Before use, read theadaptor instructions carefully. Inparticular, please note that in somecases the PA-4/PA-40 is providedwith a voltage selector, so confirmthat this selector is correctly set.

2. The optional car battery adaptorCA-1 is only for use with a negativearound 12V battery. Ensure that thisis the case before connecting theadaptor.

3. Connections made between thePortaTone and any other deviceshould be made with both unitsturned off.

4. Do not set the MASTER VOLUMEat MAX when you connect thePortaTone to a stereo system. Usethe stereo systems volume controlto adjust the sound level.

5. Avoid placing the instrument inexcessively humid areas.

6. Do not subject the unit to physicalshock, and avoid placing anythingheavy on it.

7. The PortaTone should not be placedin direct sunlight for a long time.

8. Do not place the instrument nearany heating appliance, or leave itinside a car in direct sunlight forany length of time. Direct sunshinecan raise the interior temperature ofa car with closed doors and windowsto as high as 80C. Temperaturesin excess of 60C can cause physicaland/or electrical damage not covered

9.by warranty.Use a dry or damp cloth for cleaning.

10. When you arent using the Porta-Tone, we recommend keeping it inthe case to protect it.

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SpecificationsKeyboard

61 keys (C1C6)Orchestra Voices (Upper Bank/Lower Bank)

Brass 1/Brass 2, Sax/Horn, Wah Brass/Flute, Oboe/Clarinet, Cello/Strings, SynthOrgan/Jazz Organ, Pipe Organ 1/PipeOrgan 2, Fantasy/Cosmic, Bluessynth/Popsynth, Slapsynth/Funksynth, Percus 1/Percus 2, Elec. Piano/Piano, Banjo/Harpsichord, Elec. Guitar/Jazz Guitar,Music Box/Vibes, Koto/Bells

EffectsDuet, Sustain (1, 2)

Digital Synthsizer SectionSpectrum (15), Brilliance (15), Envelope(15), Vibrato (15), Detune (15), On/Off

Rhythm SectionDisco, Pops, 16 beat, Rock'n'Roll Reggae,Country, Big Band, Swing, Slow Rock, HeavyMetal, Salsa, Rhumba, Samba, Bossanova,March/Polka, WaltzControls: Tempo, Volume, Variation (1-8),Synchro Start, Start, Stop, Intro./Ending,Fill-In, Tempo LightCustom Drummer: Program, Clear, PlayKeyboard Percussion: 11 Latin Percussions,13 Drum Percussions, Hand Clap, Accent,Cancel

Auto Bass Cord SectionMode Selector: Single Finger, Fingered,Manual Bass, Keyboard Split, OffChord Voices: Piano, E. Piano, Organ, Guitar,Brass, Strings, Synth 1, Synth 2Bass Voices: Bass 1, Bass 2, E. Bass 1,E. Bass 2, Tuba, MUSIC Box, Synth 1, Synth 2Chord Variation: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8Bass Variation: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8Control: Volume

Chord Sequencer SectionRecord, Play, Chord Sequencer Light

Pitch Control50 cents

Other Controls and indicatorsPower Switch, Power-on Light, MasterVolume, MIDI, Demonstration

Auxiliary JacksHeadphones, Expression Pedal, MIDI IN,MIDI OUT, Aux Out (L/R), DC9-12V IN

Main Ampilfier2.5W x 2 (RMS)

Speaker12cm (4-3/4") x 2

Repeated VoltageDC9V (Six SUM-1, D size, R-20 or equivalentbatteries), AC Power Adaptor (PA-4/PA-40)or Car Batter Adaptor (CA-1)Dimensions (W x D x H)913mm x 331mm x 96mm (36 x 13 x 3-3/4)

Weight6.6kg (14.6 lbs.)

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Specifications are subject to change without notice.

The PortaTone PSR-36 uses frequencies that appear in theradio frequency range, and it installed in the immediateproximity (within three meters) of some types of audio orvideo devices interference may occur.

The PortaTone PSR-36 has been type tested and testedto comply with the specifications set for a Class Bcomputing device in accordance with those specificationslisted in Subpart J of Part 15 of the FCC rules. These rulesare designed to provide a reasonable measure of protectionagainst such interference. However this does not guaranteethat interference will not occur. If your PortaTone PSR-36should be suspected of causing interference with otherelectronic devices, verification can be made by tuning yourPortaTone PSR-36 off and on. If the interference continueswhen your PortaTone PSR-36 is off, PortaTone PSR-36 is notthe source of the interference. If your PortaTone PSR-36does appear to be the source of the interference, you shouldtry to correct the situation by using one or more of thefollowing measures:

Relocate either the PortaTone PSR-36 or the electronicdevice that is being affected by the interference.

Utilize power outlets for the PortaTone PSR-36 and thedevice being affected that are on different branch ( circuitbreaker of fuse) circuits, or install A/C line filters

In the case of radio TV interference, relocate theantenna or, if the antenna lead-in is a 300 ohm ribbon lead,change the lead-in to a co-axial type cable.

If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactoryresults, please contact your Authorized Yamaha dealer forsuggestions and/or corrective measures. If you cannotlocate an Authorized Yamaha dealer in your general area.contact the Service Division, Yamaha Music CorporationU.S.A 6600 Orangethorpe Ave, Buena Park, CA 90620.

If for any reason you should need additional informationrelating to radio or TV interference, you may find a bookletprepared by the Federal Communications Commissionhelpful: "How to identify and Resolve Radio-TV interferenceProblems". This booklet id available from the U.S.Government Printing Office, Washington D.C. 20492Stock# 004-000-345-4.

FCC INFORMATIONAttention users in the U.S.A.PortaTone PSR-36 prepared In accordancewith FCC rules.

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M o d e l P S R - 3 6 M I D I I m p l e m e n t a t i o n C h a r t V e r s i o n : 1 . 0

Transmi t ted Recongn ized R e m a r k s F u n c t i o n

B a s i c D e f a u l t 1 1ChanneI C h a n g e d : 1 - 1 6 1 - 1 6

D e f a u l t 3 1Mode M e s s a g e s X OMNI on, OMNl off

POLY, MONO (M=1)

N o t e 3 0 - 1 0 2 36-96N u m b e r : T r u e v o i c e : *********** 3 6 - 9 6

V e l o c i t y N o t e o n X 9nH, v = 64 X N o t e o f f X 9nH, v = 0 : X

A f t e r K e y s : X : XTouch C h s X X

Pitch Bender X X

Contro l6 4 O O S u s t a i n

Change

Program O 0 - 3 1 O 0 - 1 2 7 C h a n g e : True # * * * * * * * * * * * * * 0 - 3 1

System Exclusive X X

S y s t e m : S o n g P o s X X: Song Sel X X

Common : Tune X X

System : Clock O OReal T ime : Commands O O

Aux : L o c a l O N / O F F X : O: A l I N o t e s O F F : X O ( 1 2 2 - 1 2 7 )

Mes- : A c t i v e S e n s e O Osases : Reset X O

Notes

Mode 1 : OMNI ON, POLY Mode 2 : OMNI ON, MONO 0 :Mode 3

Yes: OMNI OFF, POLY Mode 4 : OMNI OFF, MONO X : No

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The serial number of this product may be found onthe bottom of the unit. You should note this serialnumber in the space provided below and retain thismanual as a permanent record of your purchase toaid identification in the event of theft.

Model No. PSR-36

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Concerning WarrantyThis product was made for international distribution,and since the warranty for this type of product variesfrom marketing area to marketing area, please contactthe selling agency for information concerning theapplicable warranty and/or service policies.