Tyros3
Owner's Manual

Congratulations!
You are the proud owner of an extraordinary electronic keyboard. The Yamaha Tyros3 combines the most advanced tone generation technology with state-of-the-art digital electronics and features to give you stunning sound quality with maximum musical versatility.
In order to make the most of your Tyros3's features and vast performance potential, we urge you to read the manual thoroughly while trying out the various features described. Keep the manual in a safe place for later reference.

About this manual (two types of files):
- A text file named "00_Model Name.txt":
This file is the text of the entire manual.
- Other text files, which have been named "Number_Chapter Name.txt" (e.g., "01_Introduction.txt", "02_Contents.txt" etc.):
The manuals are divided into separate files for every chapter.

Saving data
Saving and backing up your data
The data of the types listed below are lost when you turn off the power to the instrument. Save the data to the User drive or appropriate external media (page 30).
Created/Edited Voices (page 47)
Created/Edited Styles (page 56)
Memorized One Touch Settings (page 56)
Recorded/Edited Songs (page 63)
Created Multi Pads (page 65)
Edited MIDI Settings (page 98)

Data in the User drive (page 26) may be lost due to malfunction or incorrect operation. Save important data to an external media.
Data in the internal hard disk drive may be lost due to malfunction or incorrect operation. We recommend that you backup any necessary data to computer by using the USB Storage Mode (pages 97, 104).

Backing up the USB storage device/external media
To protect against data loss through media damage, we recommend that you save your important data onto two USB storage devices/external media.

When you change settings in a display page and then exit from that page, System Setup data (listed in the Parameter Chart of the Data List downloadable from the web) is automatically stored. However, this edited data is lost if you turn off the power without properly exiting from the relevant display. Refer to page 8 how to obtain the Data List.

Included Accessories
AC power cord
Music rest and brackets
CD-ROM
Owner's Manual
Installation Guide
User Registration Card

About the included CD-ROM
The accompanying CD-ROM features special software for use with the Tyros3. Included is a Voice Editor, which gives you comprehensive and intuitive editing tools for the Tyros3. For details, see the separate Installation Guide or the online manual included with the software.

CAUTION
Never attempt to play back the CD-ROM on an audio CD player. Doing so may result in damage to your hearing as well as to your CD player/audio speaker.

Main Features

Realistic and richly textured Voices 
The new SA2 Voices created with Yamaha's AEM (Articulation Element Modeling) technology let you play those Voices more naturally and with greater expressiveness-particularly the wind instrument sounds (page 40). What's more, the Tyros3 has enhanced the already high-quality piano Voices and other important Voices for playing accompaniment (drum, guitar, etc.), and it newly features Synth Voices inherited from our flagship MOTIF series synthesizer.

Intuitive, quick-access sliders 
Eight sliders have been provided just below the LCD display let you conveniently and quickly adjust all parameters shown in the display. The additional ASSIGN slider allows you to assign a desired function (volume, reverb, etc.) and control it in realtime during your performance (page 21).
These nine sliders function as footage levers when the Organ Flutes display is shown (page 46).

Dynamic, contemporary Auto Accompaniment Styles 
The Tyros3 contains a huge amount of exceptionally high-quality Styles including the new MegaVoices. They feature a newly developed note transposition system for guitar tracks and additional two DSP effect blocks exclusively for the Styles.

Two-track Hard Disk Recorder
The Hard Disk Recorder lets you record your performances to two audio tracks-Main and Sub. A Bounce recording feature lets you record even more tracks, allowing you to easily record multiple parts in layers (page 74).

Convenient Multi Pad Sync function / Registrations and OTS Information
You can embellish your performance as you play with several preset phrases by using the Multi Pads. These can even be synchronized with Style/Song playback (page 65).
The information displays for Registration Memory and One Touch Setting allow you to confirm the registered panel setups easily (pages 53, 70). 

Voice Expandability
Download additional Voices from the website and load them to the Tyros3-and increase your selection of available Voices (page 39). 

Easy connection with peripheral devices
The built-in LAN terminal lets you easily connect your Tyros3 directly to the Internet (page 82). The USB terminals compatible with USB 2.0 HighSpeed enable high-speed communication with USB storage devices and computers (pages 94, 96).

The Tyros3 is compatible with the following formats.

"GM (General MIDI)" is one of the most common Voice allocation formats. "GM System Level 2" is a standard specification that enhances the original "GM" and improves Song data compatibility. It provides for increased polyphony, greater Voice selection, expanded Voice parameters, and integrated effect processing.

XG is a major enhancement of the GM System Level 1 format, and was developed by Yamaha specifically to provide more Voices and variations, as well as greater expressive control over Voices and effects, and to ensure compatibility of data well into the future.

GS was developed by the Roland Corporation. In the same way as Yamaha XG, GS is a major enhancement of the GM specifically to provide more Voices and Drum kits and their variations, as well as greater expressive control over Voices and effects.

The Yamaha XF format enhances the SMF (Standard MIDI File) standard with greater functionality and open-ended expandability for the future. The Tyros3 is capable of displaying lyrics when an XF file containing lyric data is played.

"SFF (Style File Format)" is an original Style file format by Yamaha which uses a unique conversion system to provide high-quality automatic accompaniment based on a wide range of chord types. "SFF GE (Guitar Edition)" is an enhanced format of SFF, which features improved note transposition for guitar tracks.

VH (Vocal Harmony) employs the digital signal processing technology to automatically add appropriate vocal harmonies to a lead vocal line sung by the user.

"AEM" is the trademark of Yamaha's leading-edge tone generation technology. For information on AEM, refer to page 40.

About the Manuals
This instrument has the following documents and instructional materials.

Included Documents

Owner's Manual (this book)
Provides overall explanations of the Tyros3 basic functions. See page 9 for information how to use the Owner's Manual.

Installation Guide
Explains how to install the Voice Editor software included in the CD-ROM.

Online Materials (Downloadable from the web)
The following instructional materials are available for downloading from the Yamaha Manual Library.

Yamaha Manual Library
http://www.yamaha.co.jp/manual/

Reference Manual (only in English, French and German)
Explains advanced features of the Tyros3, not explained in the Owner's Manual. For example, you can learn how to create original Voices, Styles, Songs or Multi Pads, or find detailed explanations of specific parameters.

Data List
Contains various important preset content lists such as Voices, Styles, Effects, as well as MIDI-related information.

MIDI Basics (only in English, French and German)
If you want to know more about MIDI and how to use it, refer to this introductory book.

Copyright Notice
The following is the title, credits, and copyright notices for the song pre-installed in this instrument.

Beauty And The Beast
from Walt Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
Lyrics by Howard Ashman
Music by Alan Menken
(c) 1991 Walt Disney Music Company and Wonderland Music Company, Inc.
All Rights Reserved   Used by Permission

Can't Help Falling In Love
from the Paramount Picture BLUE HAWAII
Words and Music by George David Weiss, Hugo Peretti and Luigi Creatore
Copyright (c) 1961 by Gladys Music, Inc.
Copyright Renewed and Assigned to Gladys Music
All Rights Administered by Cherry Lane Music Publishing Company, Inc. and Chrysalis Music
International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

How to use this Owner's Manual
Starting Up	page 16
Before going on to any other part of the manual, we strongly suggest you read this section first. It shows you how to get started playing and using your new Tyros3.

Basic Operations	page 20
Here, we'll show you the basic operations using the LCD display and the basic structure in handling and organizing the data of the Tyros3 in files.

Chapters 1 to 11 	pages 36 to 99
These chapters cover basic instructions on using each function of the Tyros3. At the end of each chapter is an "Advanced Features" section, which briefly introduces more sophisticated features and functions not described in this Owner's Manual. For detailed explanations on these, refer to the Reference Manual (page 8). The chapter structure of the Reference Manual is the same as this Owner's Manual.

Troubleshooting	page 106
If the Tyros3 does not function as expected or you have some problem with the sound or operation, refer to this section before calling Yamaha dealer or service center. Most common problems and their solutions are covered here in a very simple and easy-to-understand way. If your particular problem cannot be solved by following the guidelines in this section, we recommend referring also to the Reference Manual (page 8). 

Panel Button Chart	page 109
This lists all Tyros3 displays called up from the panel controls, according to their hierarchical structure. You can easily see the relationship of the various functions and quickly locate desired information.

The photos of the harpsichord, bandneon, hackbrett, music box, dulcimer and cimbalom, shown in the displays of the Tyros3, are courtesy of the Gakki Shiryokan (Collection for organolgy), Kunitachi College of Music.
The following instruments, shown in the displays of the Tyros3, are on display at the Hamamatsu Museum of Musical Instruments:
balafon, gender, kalimba, kanoon, santur, gamelan gong, harp, hand bell, bagpipe, banjo, carillon, mandolin, oud, pan flute, pungi, rabab, shanai, sitar, steel drum, tambra.
This product is manufactured under license of U.S. Patents No.5231671, No.5301259, No.5428708, and No.5567901 from IVL Audio Inc.
The bitmap fonts used in this instrument have been provided by and are the property of Ricoh Co., Ltd.
This product utilizes NF, an embedded Internet browser from ACCESS Co., Ltd. NF is used with the patented LZW, licensed from Unisys Co., Ltd. NF may not be separated from this product, nor may it be sold, lent or transferred in any way. Also, NF may not be reverse-engineered, reverse-compiled, reverse-assembled or copied. This software includes a module developed by the Independent JPEG Group.
The illustrations and LCD screens as shown in this manual are for instructional purposes only, and may appear somewhat different from those on your instrument. Note that all display examples shown in this manual are in English.
Some of the preset songs have been edited for length or arrangement, and may not be exactly the same as the original.
This product incorporates and bundles computer programs and contents in which Yamaha owns copyrights or with respect to which it has license to use others' copyrights.  Such copyrighted materials include, without limitation, all computer software, style files, MIDI files, WAVE data, musical scores and sound recordings. Any unauthorized use of such programs and contents outside of personal use is not permitted under relevant laws.  Any violation of copyright has legal consequences.  DON'T MAKE, DISTRIBUTE OR USE ILLEGAL COPIES.
This product can be used to import/record analog audio signals through the LINE IN/MIC, and can also record your keyboard performance and playback of MIDI song data into digital audio signals of WAV format. If you use any copyrighted material in your recording, even if you add your own performance, the copying or public playback of that material, other than for your own personal use, is strictly prohibited.
This device is capable of using various types/formats of music data by optimizing them to the proper format music data for use with the device in advance.   As a result, this device may not play them back precisely as their producers or composers originally intended.
Copying of the commercially available musical data including but not limited to MIDI data and/or audio data is strictly prohibited except for your personal use.
The company names and product names in this manual are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

Contents
Included Accessories	6
Main Features	7
About the Manuals	8
How to use this Owner's Manual	9
Panel Controls and Terminals	12
Starting Up	16
Power Supply	16
Turning the Power On	16
Raising the Display Panel	17
Changing the Display Language	17
Entering the Owner Name in the Opening Display	18
Playing the Demos	19
Basic Operations	20
Display-based Controls	20
The Messages Shown in the Display	23
Instant Selection of the Displays-Direct Access	23
Basic Displays (Main Display and File Selection Display)	24
File/Folder Operations in the File Selection Display	30
Restoring the Factory-programmed Settings	35
Data Backup	35
1	Voices - Playing the Keyboard -	36
Playing Preset Voices	36
Transposing the Pitch of the Keyboard	41
Using the Wheels	41
Adding Articulation Effects to Super Articulation Voices	42
Applying Voice Effects	44
Creating Your Original Organ Flutes Voices	46
2	Styles - Playing Rhythm and Accompaniment -	48
Playing a Style with the Auto Accompaniment	48
Operating Style Playback	50
Calling up the Panel Settings to Match the Style (Repertoire)	52
Appropriate Panel Settings for the Selected Style (One Touch Setting)	53
Turning Style Parts On/Off and Changing Voices	54
Adjusting the Volume Balance Between the Style and Keyboard	55
3	Songs - Recording Your Performances and Creating Songs -	57
Creating a Song (Quick Recording)	57
Playback of Songs	59
Displaying Music Notation (Score)	61
Displaying Lyrics (Text)	61
Using Song Position Markers	62
Turning Song Channels On/Off	63
4	Multi Pads - Adding Musical Phrases to Your Performance -	64
Playing the Multi Pads	64
Using the Multi Pad Synchro Start Function	65
Using Chord Match	65
5	Music Finder - Calling Up Ideal Setups for Your Music -	66
Selecting the Desired Music Genre from the Record List	66
Searching the Record	67
6	Registration Memory - Saving and Recalling Custom Panel Setups -	68
Registering Your Panel Setups	68
Saving the Registration Memory as a Bank file	69
Confirming the Registration Memory Information	70
7	Recording Audio with the Hard Disk Recorder	71
Recording Your Performance	71
Audio Data Playback	75
Exporting an Audio File to a USB Storage Device	76
8	Mixing Console - Editing the Volume and Tonal Balance -	78
Basic Procedure	78
Master Compressor	80
9	Internet Direct Connection - Connecting the Tyros3 Directly to the Internet -	82
Connecting the Instrument to the Internet	82
Accessing the Special Website	83
Operations in the Special Website	84
Purchasing and Downloading Data	85
About the Internet Settings Display	85
Initializing Internet Settings	87
10	Connections - Using Tyros3 with Other Devices -	88
Connecting Audio Devices	88
Connecting a Separate TV Monitor/Computer Monitor	90
Connecting a Microphone	91
Connecting Footswitches/Foot Controllers	93
Connecting a USB Storage Device	94
Connecting to a Computer	96
Connecting External MIDI Devices	98
11	Utility - Making Global Settings -	99
Appendix	100
Installing the Optional Speakers	100
Installing the Optional DIMMs	102
Replacing the Internal Hard Disk	104
Troubleshooting	106
Panel Button Chart	109
Specifications	112
Index	114

Panel Controls and Terminals

Top Panel

(Figure)

1	INPUT VOLUME control	page 91
Adjusts the input volume from the LINE IN/MIC jack.
2	MASTER VOLUME control 	page 16
Adjusts the overall volume.
3	DEMO button	page 19
Plays the Demos.
	FADE IN/OUT button	page 51
Controls fade in/out of the Style/Song playback. 
5	UPPER OCTAVE buttons	page 41
Shifts the pitch of the keyboard in octave steps.
6	PITCH BEND wheel	page 41
Bends the pitch of the keyboard played sound up or down.
7	MODULATION wheel	page 42
Applies a vibrato effect.
	ART. 1/ART. 2 buttons	page 42
Controls Super Articulation Voices. 
9	PHONES jack	page 15
For connecting a pair of headphones.
10	MIC buttons	page 92
Adds some effects to Microphone input.
1	SONG buttons	page 57
Selects a Song and controls Song playback.
12	STYLE category selection buttons	page 48
Selects a Style.
13	STYLE CONTROL buttons	page 50
Controls Style playback.
14	TEMPO buttons	page 51
Controls the tempo for Style, Song and Metronome playback.
15	MULTI PAD CONTROL buttons	page 64
Selects and plays a rhythmic or melodic Multi Pad phrase.
16	TRANSPOSE buttons	page 41
Transposes the pitch in semitone steps.
17	MIXING CONSOLE button	page 78
Controls over aspects of keyboard, Style and Song parts.
18	CHANNEL ON/OFF button	pages 54, 63
Turns channels of Style/Song on or off.
9	BALANCE button	pages 55, 75
Adjusts the volume balance among each part.
20	LCD and related controls	page 20
21	MENU buttons (See Reference Manual on website.)
Lets you make some advanced settings and create your original Voices, Styles, Songs and Multi Pads.
22	HARD DISK RECORDER buttons	page 71
Records your performance in audio format.
23	VOICE EFFECT buttons	page 44
Applies some effects to the keyboard performance.
24	INTERNET button	page 83
Accesses to Internet website.
25	MUSIC FINDER button	page 66
Calls up the appropriate panel settings for desired music genre.
26	VOICE category selection buttons	page 36
Selects a Voice.
27	REGISTRATION MEMORY buttons	page 68
Registers and recalls panel setups.
28	ONE TOUCH SETTING buttons	page 53
Calls up the appropriate panel settings for the Style.
29	PART SELECT buttons	page 38
Selects a keyboard part.
30	PART ON/OFF buttons	page 38
Turns the keyboard parts on or off.
31	USB TO DEVICE terminal	page 94
For connecting USB storage device.

Rear Panel

(Figure)

1	TO RIGHT SPEAKER jack	page 100
For connecting an optional set of speakers.
2	LAN terminal	page 82
For connecting a LAN cable.
3	USB TO HOST terminal	page 96
For connecting to computer.
4	USB TO DEVICE terminal	page 94
For connecting a USB storage device.
5	ASSIGNABLE FOOT PEDAL jacks	page 93
For connecting Footswitches and/or Foot controllers.
6	MIDI terminals	page 98
For connecting external MIDI devices.
7	RGB OUT terminal	page 90
For connecting a computer monitor.
8	VIDEO OUT terminal	page 90
For connecting a television or video monitor.
9	LINE OUT jacks	page 88
For connecting external audio devices.
10	AUX IN/LOOP RETURN jacks	page 89
For connecting external audio devices.
11	AUX OUT/LOOP SEND jacks	page 89
For connecting external audio devices.
12	LINE IN/MIC jacks	pages 89, 91
For connecting microphone, electronic guitar, etc.
13	TO SUB WOOFER jacks	page 101
For connecting an optional set of speakers.
14	POWER ON/OFF switch	page 16
Turns the Tyros3's power on or off.
15	AC IN terminal	page 16
For connecting the supplied power cord.
16	TO LEFT SPEAKER jack	page 100
For connecting an optional set of speakers.

Attaching the Music Rest
Check carefully that all parts (two music rest brackets and one music rest) are included before following the instructions below.

1	Attach the two music rest brackets to the inside slot on the rear panel.

2	Attach the music rest to the brackets.

(Figure)
Use the inside slots (as shown).

Connecting Headphones or Optional Speaker
Since the Tyros3 has no built-in speakers, you'll need to monitor the sound of the instrument by using external equipment. Connect a set of headphones to the [PHONES] jack or use the speaker system, such as the optional TRS-MS02 speakers. For instructions on installing the TRS-MS02 to the Tyros3, see page 100. For instructions on connecting other speakers, see page 88.

(Figure)
Shown here is the optional L-7S Keyboard Stand.

Starting Up
This section contains information about setting up your Tyros3 and preparing to play. Be sure to read through this section carefully before turning the power on.

Power Supply

WARNING
Make sure your Tyros3 is rated for the AC voltage supplied in the area in which it is to be used (as listed on the bottom). Connecting the unit to the wrong AC supply can cause serious damage to the internal circuitry and may even pose a shock hazard!

WARNING
Use only the AC power cord supplied with the Tyros3. If the supplied cord is lost or damaged and needs to be replaced, contact your Yamaha dealer. The use of an inappropriate replacement can pose a fire and shock hazard!

WARNING
The type of AC power cord provided with the Tyros3 may be different depending on the country in which it is purchased (a third prong may be provided for grounding purposes). Improper connection of the grounding conductor can create the risk of electrical shock. Do NOT modify the plug provided with the Tyros3. If the plug will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Do not use a plug adapter which defeats the grounding conductor.

1	Make sure the POWER ON/OFF switch on the Tyros3 is set to OFF.

2	Connect the supplied power cord to the AC IN terminal on the instrument's rear panel.

3	Connect the other end of the power cord to an AC outlet.
Make sure your Tyros3 meets the voltage requirement for the country or region in which it is being used.

Turning the Power On
Before you switch your Tyros3 on or off, make sure that the MASTER VOLUME and INPUT VOLUME are set to "MIN" and the volume of any connected audio equipment is turned down.

CAUTION
In order to avoid possible damage to the speakers or other connected electronic equipment, always switch on the power of the Tyros3 before switching on the power of the amplified speakers or mixer and amplifier. Likewise, always switch off the power off the Tyros3 after switching off the power of the amplified speakers or mixer and amplifier.

CAUTION
Even when the POWER switch is turned off, electricity is still flowing to the instrument at the minimum level. When you are not using the instrument for a long time, make sure you unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet.

1	Press the [POWER ON/OFF] switch on the rear panel.

2	Use the [MASTER VOLUME] dial to adjust the volume to an appropriate level.

Raising the Display Panel
Unfasten the lock located at the back of the display panel. Then lift the panel and tilt it toward you. The panel will click as you tilt in back; these clicks are the four latched positions. Once you've set it to a satisfactory position, release the panel. It will gently fall back to the nearest latched position.

To return the panel to its closed and locked position, gently pull it back toward you until the position is vertical, then push it down until it locks into place.

CAUTION
Looking at the display for a long period of time in the dark may cause eyestrain or damage to your eyesight. Make sure to use the instrument with as much ambient light as possible and also take adequate breaks and rest from use.

Changing the Display Language
This determines the language used in the display for messages, file names, and character input.

1	Call up the operation display.
[FUNCTION] -> [I] UTILITY -> TAB [LEFT][RIGHT] OWNER

NOTE
Throughout this manual, arrows are used in the instructions, indicating in shorthand the process of calling up certain displays and functions.

2	Use [4 UP DOWN]/[5 UP DOWN] buttons to select the desired language.

Entering the Owner Name in the Opening Display
You can have your name appear in the opening display (the display that appears when the power is turned on).

1	Call up the operation display.
[FUNCTION] -> [I] UTILITY -> TAB [LEFT][RIGHT] OWNER

2	Press the [I] (OWNER NAME) button to call up the Owner Name display.
Refer to page 34 for character-entry details.

NOTE
If desired, you can also change the background picture in the Main display by pressing the [J] (MAIN PICTURE) button in step 2 here.

Display the version number
To check the version number of this instrument, press the [7 UP DOWN]/[8 UP DOWN] (VERSION) buttons in the display in step 2 above. Press the [EXIT] button or [8 UP DOWN] button to return to the original display.

Playing the Demos
The Demos provide helpful, easy-to-understand introductions to the Tyros3 features and functions as well as sound demonstrations.

1	Press the [DEMO] button to start the Demos.

Overview Demo will play back continuously, calling up the various displays in sequence.

2	Press the [7 UP DOWN]/[8 UP DOWN] (SKIP OVERVIEW) buttons in the Demo display to call up the specific Demo menu.

3	Press one of the [A] to [E] buttons to show a specific Demo.
The sub menus are shown at the bottom of the display. Press one of the [1 UP DOWN] to [8 UP DOWN] buttons corresponding to the sub menu.

NOTE
To return to the highest level menu, press the [EXIT] button.

4	Press the [EXIT] button several times to exit from the Demos.


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