Yamaha YDS-150 Digital Saxophone User Manual

Yamaha YDS-150 Digital Saxophone User Manual

PRECAUTIONS

Power

•  Do not place the USB cable near heat sources such as heaters or radiators. Also, do not excessively bend or otherwise damage the cord, or place heavy objects on it.
•  Only use the voltage specified as correct for the instrument. The required voltage is printed on the name plate of the instrument.
• Check the electric plug periodically and remove any dirt or dust which may have accumulated on it.

Battery

•  Do not tamper with or disassemble batteries.
•  Do not dispose of batteries in fire.
•  Do not attempt to recharge batteries that are not designed to be charged.
• Keep the batteries separate from metallic objects such as necklaces, hairpins, coins, and keys.
•  Use the specified battery type (page 15) only.
• Use new batteries, all of which are the same type, same model, and made by the same manufacturer.

Do not open

•  This instrument contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not open the instrument or attempt to disassemble or modify the internal components in any way. If it should appear to be malfunctioning, discontinue use immediately and have it inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.

Handling

• Do not insert a finger or hand in any gaps on the instrument.
• Never insert or drop paper, metallic, or other objects into the gaps on the panel or keys. This could cause physical injury to you or others, damage to the instrument or other property, or operational failure.

Included Accessories

• Mouthpiece set (mouthpiece, ligature, cap, reed) × 1
• Strap × 1
• Replacement O-ring × 1 set (3 pieces included)
• Replacement reed × 1
•  Special case × 1

NOTICE
Make sure to only store this instrument and the strap inside the special case, since storing other things might damage the keys.

Controls and Functions

Front side/ Left side/ Back side

1. Mouthpiece set: For use exclusively with this instrument.
2. Keys: (Fingering Chart: page 20)
3.  Bell: There is a water drain inside the bell. Water condensation and excess breath moisture can be drained from here.
4. 5 V DC-IN/USB TO HOST terminal: Micro USB Type-B terminal. For connection to a USB power adaptor, USB mobile battery, or PC with a USB cable
5. PHONES jack: For connecting a pair of stereo headphones or other equipment with a mini stereo phone plug (3.5 mm). The instrument’s built-in speakers automatically stop producing sound when plugged in.
6. AUX IN jack: For inputting the sound of an audio player and listening to it through the built-in speaker of the instrument (with a 3.5 mm, mini stereo phone plug). To adjust the input volume from the [AUX IN] jack, adjust the audio playback volume on the audio device.
7. (Standby/On) button: Press this button to turn on the instrument.
8. LED screen: Displays information such as the Voice number in alphanumeric characters.
9.  VOICE [^ ]/[ ^] buttons: Changes the Voice each time a button is pressed.
10. VOL [-]/[+] buttons: Raises or lowers the instrument volume each time a button is pressed. Press and hold a button to change the volume quickly.
11. Press specific keys while holding this button to call up various functions. This is also used to operate some
    functions.
12. Power lamp
13. Bluetooth lamp
14. Strap ring: Attach the included strap to this ring
15. Thumb hook: Use this hook to support the instrument with your thumb when playing. Wrap your right thumb around the thumb hook to hold the instrument firmly.
16. Analog controller: Used to apply changes to the Voice.

How to Attach the Strap

Firmly attach the included strap to the ring. You can easily change the length of the strap to adjust it to a length that is easy for you to use.

Laying the Instrument Down
When the instrument is not being played, place it on a flat surface as shown in the illustration below. Do not place the instrument on a chair, music stand, or other such unstable surface, as there is a risk of the instrument falling.

Power Requirements

This instrument can be powered in one of the two ways listed below. Determine which you intend to use, and follow the instructions for setting up

Using batteries

1. Make sure that the power of the instrument is off. The power lamp ( ) will be off when the power is off.
2.  Place the instrument upside-down on a soft cloth and remove the battery cover.
3.  Insert the four new batteries, being careful to follow the polarity markings on the inside of the compartment.

Using a USB power adaptor or USB mobile battery
Connect the USB cable to a USB power adaptor or USB mobile battery (sold separately) in the order shown in the
illustration. Follow the order shown here in reverse when disconnecting the USB cable.

Remaining Battery Power
When the remaining battery power drops to about 5 or 10 minutes*, the POWER LED lamp ( ) flashes. Furthermore, when there is almost no remaining power, the POWER LED lamp turns off and the instrument enters standby mode.

NOTE
You should check the Power lamp frequently and take precautions that the battery does not run out during a performance.

Turning on the Power / Setting

Press the [ ] (Standby/On) button to turn the power on. The power lamp ( ) is lit in red when the power is on.
Adjust the volume as desired while blowing into the mouthpiece.

CAUTION
Do not use the instrument or headphones for a long period of time at a high or uncomfortable volume level, since this can cause permanent hearing loss.

Adjusting the Instrument Volume

Adjust the volume.
The volume is increased by 1 each time VOL [+] is pressed. The volume is decreased by 1 each time VOL [-] is pressed. You can adjust the volume in a range of 0 to 15, od. The default value is 13.

Initialization

Perform this operation when you want to reset all settings to their factory defaults.

1.  If the power is on, turn the power off.
2.  Turn the power on while holding keys [1], [p], and [3].

Enabling / Disabling Auto Power Off
To prevent unnecessary power consumption, this instrument features an Auto Power Off function that automatically turns the power off if the instrument is not operated for a specified period of time (30 minutes). By default, it is set to On; however, this setting can be changed with the [Fn] button

Playing the Instrument

Mouth Shape
Position the mouthpiece in your mouth with your upper front teeth resting about 1 cm from the tip of the mouthpiece. Cover your lower teeth with your lower lip to keep your teeth from coming into direct contact with the reed. With the reed resting on your lower lip, seal your mouth around the mouthpiece to keep air from leaking out of the corners of your mouth when blowing.

Selecting a Voice
It is possible to select a Voice and tonality you like, such as an alto saxophone, tenor saxophone, etc.

1. Press VOICE [ ]/[ ]: The Voice number is displayed on the LED display. For the Voice names, refer to the Voice List on page 19.

Using the Analog Controller

The analog controller has functions assigned by default depending on the selected Voice.

• Raising or lowering the pitch (Pitch Bend)
•  Applying vibrato to the sound. (Modulation)
•  Smoothing out the pitch slide between notes (Portamento) For details about the functions assigned to the analog controller for each Voice, see the Voice List at the end of this document.

Changing Settings with the [Fn] Button

Press specific keys while holding the [Fn] button to perform settings for the various functions of the instrument.

Basic operations
Use the following procedure to perform settings for each function.

1. While holding the [Fn] button, press the key to which the function is assigned. Hold the [Fn] button until you finish performing settings. If you release the button, the value at that moment is set and operation returns to the Voice selection screen.
2. While holding the [Fn] button, press VOICE [ ]/ [ ] and select the desired value.
3. When you have finished selecting a value, release the [Fn] button.

Troubleshooting

•  Sound does not stop.
•  Try turning the power on again.
• Fluid remaining on the hole inside the mouthpiece joint may result in the sound not stopping. Remove fluid from the hole by using a slim cotton swab

Specifications