Yamaha PSR-E263 / YPT-260 Digital Keyboard Owner's Manual

Introduction

This manual provides comprehensive instructions for operating the Yamaha PSR-E263 and YPT-260 digital keyboards. It covers essential safety precautions, setup procedures, an overview of the instrument's controls, various playing techniques, recording functions, detailed settings, technical specifications, and lists of available voices, styles, and effects.

Precautions

WARNING: Always follow basic precautions to avoid serious injury or death from electrical shock, short-circuiting, damages, fire, or other hazards.

• For AC Adaptor: Use only the specified Yamaha AC adaptor. Indoor use only; do not use in wet environments. Ensure the AC outlet is accessible for quick disconnection in case of malfunction. Electricity flows at a minimum level even when the power switch is off. Unplug the power cord when not in use for extended periods.
• For this Instrument: Do not expose to rain, water, or damp conditions. Do not place liquid containers on the instrument. If liquid spills, turn off power immediately and unplug. Never handle plugs with wet hands. Do not place burning items on the unit. Follow battery precautions to avoid explosion, fire, or leakage.
• Battery Precautions: Do not attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries. Keep batteries separate from metallic objects. Use only specified battery types and models. Ensure correct polarity insertion. Remove batteries if the instrument is not used for a long time. Keep batteries away from small children. If batteries leak, avoid contact with fluid and consult a doctor if contact occurs.
• If you notice any abnormality (frayed cord, unusual smells, smoke, dropped objects, sudden loss of sound), turn off the power immediately, disconnect the plug (or remove batteries), and have the instrument inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.

CAUTION: Follow basic precautions to avoid physical injury or damage to the instrument or property.

• Power Supply/AC Adaptor: Do not use multiple connectors. Always hold the plug, not the cord, when disconnecting. Remove the plug during electrical storms or extended periods of non-use.
• Location: Do not place the instrument in unstable positions. Remove cables before moving. Ensure AC outlets are accessible. Use only the specified stand and provided screws.
• Connections: Turn off power for all components before connecting or disconnecting. Set all volumes to minimum before powering on/off.
• Handling Caution: Do not insert fingers or objects into gaps. Do not rest weight on the instrument or use excessive force. Avoid prolonged use at high volumes to prevent hearing damage.

General Notices and Information

• Yamaha is not responsible for damage caused by improper use or modifications.
• Always turn the power off when not in use. Electricity flows at a minimum level even when the instrument is in standby. Unplug the power cord for long periods of non-use.
• Discard used batteries according to local regulations.
• Model and serial numbers are located on the name plate at the bottom of the unit.
• Handling: Avoid use near TVs, radios, or stereo equipment to prevent noise. Use "Airplane Mode" on mobile devices when used with applications. Be aware of potential malfunction due to radio wave conditions. Avoid excessive dust, vibrations, extreme temperatures, or direct sunlight. Do not place vinyl, plastic, or rubber objects on the instrument.
• Maintenance: Clean with a soft cloth; avoid solvents or cleaning fluids.
• Saving Data: Some data is retained when power is off, but may be lost due to failure or errors.
• Copyrights: Copying commercially available musical data is prohibited except for personal use. Distribution of Yamaha's bundled content is not allowed. Performance recordings using the content are permitted.
• Functions/Data: Preset songs may be edited for length or arrangement.
• About this manual: Illustrations are for instructional purposes and may differ slightly from the actual instrument.

About the Manuals and Accessories

• This instrument comes with an Owner's Manual.
• A Song Book (English, French, German, Spanish) containing music scores for preset songs is available for download after user registration on the Yamaha website.
• Included Accessories: Owner's manual, Music rest, AC Adaptor (may vary by region). Online Member Product Registration is also included.

Setting Up

• Power Requirements: The instrument can run on AC adaptor or batteries. Yamaha recommends the AC adaptor for environmental friendliness.
• Using an AC Adaptor: Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN jack and then to the AC outlet. Follow the reverse order for disconnection.
• Using Batteries: Requires six "AA" size Alkaline (LR6)/Manganese (R6) or rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. Ensure power is off before inserting batteries. Open the battery compartment on the bottom panel, insert batteries following polarity, and replace the cover.
• Battery Type Setting: After installing batteries, set the Battery Type appropriately (Alkaline or Ni-MH) via Function number 022 to ensure optimal battery life.
• Turning the Power On: Set [MASTER VOLUME] to MIN, then press the [ ] (Standby/On) switch. Hold for about a second to enter standby mode.
• Auto Power Off: The instrument automatically turns off after approximately 30 minutes of inactivity to save power. This function can be disabled via Function settings (Function 021).

Panel Controls and Terminals

Front Panel

The front panel features controls for power, volume, demo playback, metronome, tempo, recording, lessons, song selection, voice selection, style selection, number buttons, portable grand, ultra-wide stereo, sound effects, and function settings. Key controls include:

• [ ] (Standby/On) switch: Turns the instrument on or off.
• [MASTER VOLUME] control: Adjusts the overall volume.
• [DEMO] button: Starts/stops the demo playback. Holding it changes the playback group.
• [METRONOME] button: Starts/stops the metronome. Holding it displays Time Signature settings.
• [TEMPO/TAP] button: Displays tempo settings. Use number buttons or tap the button to set tempo.
• [PHRASE REC] button: Records user performances.
• [1 LISTEN & LEARN], [2 TIMING], [3 WAITING] buttons: Initiate different lesson modes for songs. [3 WAITING] adjusts tempo to player's speed. Holding [3 WAITING] accesses the Chord Dictionary.
• PART [L]/[R] buttons: Select lesson parts or mute parts of a song. [L] button activates Duo mode.
• [A-B REPEAT] button: Sets start and end points for song repeat playback.
• [REW] button: Rewinds the song.
• [FF] button: Fast-forwards the song.
• [PAUSE] button: Pauses song playback.
• [ACMP ON/OFF] button: Toggles accompaniment on/off, splitting the keyboard into Chord and Melody sections.
• [INTRO/ENDING/rit.] button: Controls song intros, endings, and tempo ritardando.
• [MAIN/AUTO FILL] button: Switches between Main A/B of a style and adds fills.
• [SYNC START] button: Enables/disables sync start playback.
• [SONG] button: Accesses song selection and mode.
• [VOICE] button: Accesses voice selection. Can assign current voice to song melody when held.
• [STYLE] button: Accesses style selection and mode.
• Number buttons [0]-[9], [+], [-]: Used for setting values for various items.
• [PORTABLE GRAND] button: Sets the instrument for piano performance.
• [ULTRA-WIDE STEREO] button: Activates the stereo effect. Holding it accesses Master EQ settings.
• [SOUND EFFECT] button: Plays various sound effects.
• [FUNCTION] button: Cycles through detailed settings.
• Drum illustrations: Indicate drum instruments assigned to keys for Standard Kit 1.

Rear Panel

The rear panel includes connection jacks:

• [AUX IN] jack (@5): For connecting external audio devices.
• [PHONES/OUTPUT] jack (@6): For headphones and external audio equipment. Follow specific power-on/off order to prevent damage to external devices.
• [SUSTAIN] jack (@7): For connecting a footswitch.
• [DC IN] jack (@8): For connecting the AC adaptor.

The "Press & Hold" symbol indicates a button performs an alternate function when held down.

Playing the Keyboard

• Simply playing as a piano: Press [PORTABLE GRAND] and play.
• Playing a Voice: Press [VOICE], use number buttons to select a voice, then play. The One Touch Setting feature automatically selects suitable voices for songs/styles when Voice number "000" is selected.
• Playing the keyboard with two persons (Duo mode): Hold PART [L] and press [ ] (Standby/On) to turn on the power. This mode allows two players to play simultaneously on the same octave range. Turn off and on again normally to exit.
• Playing a Song: Press [SONG], select a song using number buttons, press [START/STOP] to play. PART buttons can mute the melody.
• Playing with a Style: Press [STYLE], select a style, turn accompaniment on with [ACMP ON/OFF], enable sync start with [SYNC START]. Press [INTRO/ENDING/rit.] to start with an intro or switch to an ending. Play a chord in the left area to start accompaniment. Play melody with the right hand.
• Song Lesson: Select a song via [SONG], choose a lesson part via PART buttons, and press a lesson button ([1 LISTEN & LEARN], [2 TIMING], [3 WAITING]). Evaluation is shown after playback for [2 TIMING] and [3 WAITING].
• Chord Study: Play songs from this category and follow on-screen chord indications.
• Recording: Press [PHRASE REC] to enter record mode. Play keys to record. Press [START/STOP] to stop recording. Use [START/STOP] again to listen or stop playback.
• Playing an External Audio Device: Connect the audio device to the [AUX IN] jack using an appropriate cable. Turn on the audio device, then the instrument. Playback from the audio device will be heard through the instrument's speakers. Follow specific power-off order to prevent damage.

Making Detailed Settings

Use the [FUNCTION] button (@3) to access various settings, then use the number buttons to set values. Key settings include:

• Volume: Style Volume, Song Volume.
• Overall: Transpose (pitch adjustment), Tuning (fine tuning), Split Point (key for separating accompaniment and voice).
• Voice Settings: Master Volume, Octave, Chorus Depth.
• Effects: Reverb Type, Reverb Level, Chorus Type, Panel Sustain.
• Master EQ Type: Adjusts equalizer for speaker output (Speaker, Headphone, Boost, Piano, Bright, Mild).
• Wide Type: Adjusts Ultra-Wide Stereo effect.
• Voice Output: Sets how performance sounds are output in Duo mode (Normal or Separate).
• Metronome: Time Signature Numerator, Metronome Volume.
• Lesson Settings: Your Tempo (adjusts song tempo to player's speed).
• Demo Settings: Demo Group (selects demo playback content), Demo Play Mode (Normal or Random).
• Auto Power Off: Sets the time before automatic power-off, or disables it.
• Battery Type: Selects the installed battery type (Alkaline or Ni-MH).
• Initialization: Resets parameters and user songs by holding the highest white key and pressing the [ ] (Standby/On) switch.

Specifications

Voice List

The instrument features a comprehensive list of voices, categorized into PIANO, E.PIANO, ORGAN, ACCORDION, GUITAR, BASS, STRINGS, CHOIR, SAXOPHONE, TRUMPET, BRASS, FLUTE, SYNTH LEAD, SYNTH PAD & EFFECT, PERCUSSION, WORLD, DUAL, and various Drum Kits. Each voice is assigned a number for selection.

(Due to the extensive nature of the Voice List, only a summary is provided here. Refer to the original manual for the complete list.)

Style List

The instrument includes 130 preset styles across various genres such as 8Beat, BritPop Rock, Ballad, Dance, Swing&Jazz, HipHop, Disco, Country, Latin, Traditional, Waltz, and more. Each style is assigned a number for selection.

(Due to the extensive nature of the Style List, only a summary is provided here. Refer to the original manual for the complete list.)

Song List

The instrument features 112 preset songs, categorized into Top Picks, Favorite, Favorite with Style, Amazing Grace, Piano Repertoire, and Duet songs. A Chord Study category is also available. Each song is assigned a number for selection.

(Due to the extensive nature of the Song List, only a summary is provided here. Refer to the original manual for the complete list.)

Drum Kit List

The instrument includes 400 drum kits, categorized into Standard Kit 1 & 2, Room Kit, Rock Kit, Electronic Kit, Analog Kit, Dance Kit, Jazz Kit, Brush Kit, Symphony Kit, Indian Kit, Arabic Kit, SFX Kits, and Sound Effect Kit. Each kit is assigned a number for selection.

(Due to the extensive nature of the Drum Kit List, only a summary is provided here. Refer to the original manual for the complete list.)

Effect Type List

The instrument offers various effects, including Reverb Types (Hall, Room, Stage, Plate) and Chorus Types (Chorus, Flanger). Each effect type is assigned a number and has specific descriptions.

• Reverb Types: Hall (1-3), Room (1-2), Stage (1-2), Plate (1-2), Off.
• Chorus Types: Chorus (1-3), Flanger (1-2), Off.

Contact Information and Resources

For detailed guarantee information, visit https://europe.yamaha.com/warranty/.

For support and downloads, visit the Yamaha Global Site at https://www.yamaha.com/ and Yamaha Downloads at https://download.yamaha.com/.

Contact information for Yamaha offices in various regions (North America, Central & South America, Europe, Africa, Middle East, Asia, Oceania) is provided for customer support.