Yamaha PSR-E283 PSR-E283_YPT-280 Owners Manual - Page 11

Setting Up NOTICE • Connecting or disconnecting the power adaptor with batteries inserted may turn the power off, resulting in loss of data being recorded at the time. • When battery power becomes too low for proper operation, the volume may be reduced, the sound may be distorted, and other problems may occur. When this happens, make sure to replace all batteries with new ones or already recharged ones. NOTE • This instrument cannot charge the batteries. Use only the specified charger device when charging. • Even if batteries are inserted into the instrument, the AC adaptor will be used as the power source when the AC adaptor is connected. „„Setting the battery type Change the setting on the instrument (dry cell or rechargeable batteries) according to the battery type to be used. Dry cell batteries are set by default. After turning the power on, set the battery type via Function number 029 (page 21). For details on how to check and change settings, see page 20. Alkaline Alkaline batteries, manganese dry batteries Ni-MH Rechargeable nickel metal hydride batteries (rechargeable batteries) NOTICE • Failure to set the battery type may shorten the amount of the battery life. Make sure to set the battery type correctly. Turning the Power On/Off 1 Turn down the [MASTER VOLUME] dial to "MIN". CAUTION • Even when the power is turned off, electricity is still flowing to the instrument in a small amount. Remove the electric plug from the outlet when the instrument is not to be used for extended periods of time or during electrical storms. NOTICE • Press only the [ ] (Standby/On) switch when turning the power on. Any other operations such as pressing keyboards/buttons or stepping on the footswitch may cause the instrument to malfunction. Auto Power Off function 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 approximately 30 minutes by default; however, you can change this setting (Function Number 028; page 21). „„Easy deactivation of the Auto Power Off function Turn the power on while holding down the lowest key on the keyboard. The message "oFF AutoOff" will appear briefly, and then the instrument will start up with the Auto Power Off function disabled. Using the Music Rest Insert the music rest into the slots as shown. 2 Press the [ ] (Standby/On) switch to turn the power on. The Voice name will appear on the display. Adjust the volume as desired while playing the keyboard. 3 Press and hold the [ ] (Standby/On) switch for about a second to turn the power off. PSR-E283 YPT-280 Owner's Manual 11