Yamaha PSR-32 PortaTone Owner's Guide

About this manual

This manual serves as an owner's guide for the Yamaha PortaTone PSR-32, an ultra-modern digital keyboard. It provides step-by-step instructions on how to set up the instrument, including inserting batteries or connecting power adaptors (PA-4/CA-1), and adjusting initial settings like volume and pitch.

The document details how to operate various sections of the keyboard, such as the Orchestra section for selecting instrument voices, the Built-in Drummer (PCM/Stereo Rhythm Section) for accompaniment, and the Auto Bass Chord Section. It also covers creating custom rhythm patterns using the Custom Drummer function and connecting external devices.

What's inside

• Before playing
• Nomenclature
• Starting to Play (Orchestra Section)
• Using the Built-in Drummer
• Adding Accompaniment (Auto Bass Chord Section)
• Creating Original Rhythm Patterns (Custom Drummer)
• External Jacks
• Optional Accessories
• Taking Care of Your PortaTone
• Specifications

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

What power adaptors are compatible with the PSR-32?

Only model PA-4/PA-40 is usable for household current, and CA-1 is used for car battery operation.

What type and quantity of batteries are required to power the instrument?

The instrument requires six 1.5V SUM-1, "D" size, R-20, or equivalent alkaline batteries.

Which power adaptor models are compatible with the PortaTone PSR-32?

Only the PA-4/PA-40 model is usable for household current and the CA-1 model for car batteries.

How should the MASTER VOLUME control be set when starting to play?

Slide the MASTER VOLUME control about three-quarters of the way towards Max.