Yamaha PSR-180/76 PortaTone Owner's Manual

This manual is the owner's manual of Yamaha PSR-180 electronic keyboard, which includes the instructions on how to use the keyboard and its features.


Yamaha PSR-180/76 PortaTone Owner's Manual - cover page
Brand
Yamaha
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
26
File format
PDF
File size
1.2 MB
Published
12 June, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
Model
PSR-18
MD5 checksum
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About this manual

This document is the owner's manual for the Yamaha PortaTone series of portable keyboards, specifically models PSR-180 and PSR-76. It guides users through initial setup, including power requirements using batteries or an optional AC adaptor, and proper handling precautions.

The manual details three main operating modes: Voice Mode for selecting instrument sounds, Style Mode for rhythm accompaniment, and Song Mode for playing pre-recorded tracks. It provides step-by-step instructions on how to play songs, adjust tempo, use the numeric keypad, and manage settings via One Touch Setting.

What's inside

  • Getting Started
  • Power Requirements
  • Using Headphones
  • Connecting a Keyboard Amplifier
  • Playing Your New PortaTone
  • Turning on the Power
  • Selecting a Mode
  • Playing a Song in the Song Mode
  • About the MULTI DISPLAY
  • Specifications

Specifications

Voices100 AWM (Advanced Wave Memory) Voices
Styles100 music Styles
Songs Capacity20 Songs
Jam Track Patterns20 Jam Track patterns
Drum Pads (PSR-180)four Pads
Tempo Range (Displayed)10 to 60
Tempo Range (Actual BPM)40 to 240 beats per minute

Frequently asked questions

How do I turn on the PortaTone?

Press the POWER ON/OFF button. Whenever the power is turned on, Voice 01 (PIANO) is automatically selected.

How do I select a mode?

Press the button corresponding to the desired mode: VOICE for instrument sounds, STYLE for rhythm/accompaniment, or SONG for pre-recorded tracks.

How do I change the song tempo?

Use the TEMPO + button to increase speed or TEMPO - to decrease it. Holding down the button continuously changes the speed.

What happens if I do not use the instrument for 30 minutes?

The Auto Power OFF function automatically turns the power off.

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