Yamaha GW50 Owner's Manual - Page 10

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL (READ THIS FIRST!) HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL (READ THIS FIRST!!) You are probably eager to try out your new GW50 right away and hear what it can do, rather than have to read through a lot of instructions before you can even get a sound out of it. Before you do anything else, however, you should read the PRECAUTIONS section. This tells you briefly how to care for your new GW50, how to avoid damaging it, and how to ensure long-term, reliable operation. Next, read through the section The GW50: WHAT IT IS AND WHAT IT CAN DO. This briefly gives you an overview of the functions of the GW50 and how you can use it effectively. The bulk of the manual has been organized into two parts: the GUIDED TOUR (TUTORIAL) and the REFERENCE section. Read the GUIDED TOUR (TUTORIAL) next. It guides you step-by-step in setting up your GW50, connecting it properly, and (most importantly!) getting sound out of it. The section also goes on to take you through some of the more important functions of the GW50, explaining by way of example how to use it. The PANEL CONTROLS AND TERMINALS is also mainly for reference. However, you should read through the parts here concerning the Pedal Switches, since these are particularly useful and convenient in operating the GW50. In general, look through this section to familiarize yourself with the controls, and refer to it when necessary. The INDEX in the APPENDICES sections at the back of this manual is also very helpful. It lists and gives page numbers for virtually every function, feature, control and terminal found on the GW50, and gives you a quick, easy way to find what you're looking for. Other parts of the APPENDICES and SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION sections provide additional useful information: lists of all effect programs, patterns and songs of the GW50, a list of error messages, tips on troubleshooting (when something doesn't work as expected), and other important information. The REFERENCE section, on the other hand, is a comprehensive guide to all functions. You won't need (or want) to read through all of it at once, but it is there for you to refer to when you need information about a certain feature or function. 1 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL (READ THIS FIRST!!)