The Yamaha PSS-103 and PSS-104 PortaSound are electronic keyboards featuring advanced musical technology. This guide covers taking care of the instrument, power supply options using batteries or an AC adaptor, and the names and functions of various components including the microphone, cartridge slot, and auto accompaniment section. It details basic operations such as inserting music cartridges and using the single-finger and fingered accompaniment modes.
| Keyboard | 49 keys (C0 — C4), mini-size |
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| Main amplifier | 0.4W x2 |
| Power source | 9V DC (6 AA-size SUM-3, R-6, or equivalent) or Yamaha AC power adaptor (PA-3, PA-4, or PA-40) |
| Dimensions (WXDXH) | 609mm X 274mm X 136mm (24" x 10-3/4" x 5-3/8") |
| Weight | 2.3kg (5 Ibs) without batteries |
The instrument requires six 1.5V AA-size batteries (SUM-3, R-6, or equivalent).
Yes, you can use an optional Yamaha AC power adaptor (PA-3, PA-4, or PA-40) connected to the DC(Q—12V)IN jack.
The display shows "----" to warn that you must insert a cartridge first before turning the instrument on.
You should never mix old and new batteries; when the batteries run down, replace all six with new ones.