Yamaha Electone ME-10 User manual

YAMAHA
ELECTONE.
WELCOME TO THE MUSICAL WORLD OF YAMAHA
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TEMPO (9.19.29.39)
AUTO BASS CHORD (10-20-30-40)
SUSTAIN (8+18+28+38)
PEDAL VOICES (7+17+27+37)
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UPPER SOLO VOICES (5-16-26-36)
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| UPPER/LOWER ORCHESTRAL VOICES (6-16-26-36)
LOWER ORCHES./RHYTHMIC (7+17+27+37)
AUTO RHYTHM START (9.19.29.39)
TEMPO Lamp (9+19+29+39) MASTER VOLUME (5-15-25-35)
AUTO
RHYTHM
(9+19+29+39)
POWER
(5+15+25+35)
VOICE MENU (8-18-28-38)
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RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DU NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NG USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
SEE BOTTOM OF KEYBOARD ENCLOSURE
FOR GRAPHIC SYMBOL MARKING.
Explanation of Graphical Symbols
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert
the user to the presence of uninsulated “danger-
ous voltage" within the product's enclosure that
may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral tri-
angle is intended to alert the user to the presence
of important operating and maintenance (servic-
ing) instructions in the literature accompanying
the product.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING— When using electric products, basic precautions
should always be followed, including the following:
1. Read all the instructions before using the product.
2 » To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is necessary
when a product is used near children.
3. Do not use this product near water—for example, near a
bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool, or the like.
4. This product should be used only with a cart or stand that
is recommended by the manufacturer.
5. This product, either alone or in combination with an
amplifier and headphones or speakers, may be capable of
producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing
loss. Do not operate for a long period of time at a high volume
level or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any
hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should consult an
audiologist.
6. The product should be located so that its location or
position does not interfere with its proper ventilation.
re The product should be located away from heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, or other products that pro-
duce heat.
8. The product should be connected to a power supply only
of the type described in the operating instructions or as
marked on the product.
9. This product may be equipped with a polarized line plug
(one blade wider than the other). This is a safety feature. If you
are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact an elec-
trician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the plug.
10. The power-supply cord of :the product should be
unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period
of time.
11. Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and
liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.
12. The product should be serviced by qualified service
personnel when:
A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged;
or
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the
product; or
C. The product has been exposed to rain; or
D. The product does not appear to operate normally or
exhibits a marked change in performance; or
E. The product has been dropped, or the enclosure
damaged.
13. Do not attempt to service the product beyond that
described in the user-maintenance instructions. All other
servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Yamaha Electone ME-10.
The ME-10 is a totally new type of Electone, utilizing the very latest
in electronic technology, made possible by Yamaha's experience
as a musical instrument manufacturer for nearly a century.
This manual has been designed to help you get acquainted with
your Electone and to bring its fascinating possibilities easily within
your reach. We recommend that you actually sit at your Electone
while carefully reviewing these materials.
Before you begin, take a moment to read the “IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and the “Installation and Main-
tenance” sections which contains important information about
your Electone.
Thanks again for choosing Yamaha. Your fun has just begun!
Einleitung
Herzlichen Glückwunsch zum Kauf der YAMAHA Electone ME-10.
Die ME-10 ist ein vóllig neuer Typ von Electone mit der neuesten
elektronischen Technik, ermóglicht durch die fast ein Jahrhundert
lange Erfahrung von Yamaha als Hersteller von Musikinstrumenten.
Diese Bedienungsanleitung wurde geschrieben, um Ihnen zu
helfen, sich mit der richtigen Handhabung und Bedienung Ihrer
neuen Electone ME-10 vertraut zu machen und deren faszinierende
Móglichkeiten voll ausriutzen zu lernen. Um maximale Spielfreude
zu erhalten, raten wir an, die Schritte dieser Bedienungsanleitung
mit der Electone ME-10 vor Ihnen gleich auszuprobieren.
Bevor Sie beginnen, nehmen Sie sich aber die Zeit, den Abschnitt
"Vor dem Spielen" durchzulesen, der wichtige Informationen über
Ihre Electone enthált. Nochmals herzlichen Glückwunsch zur
Wahl von Yamaha. Ihr Spaß fängt jetzt erst an!
Introduction
Nous vous remercions sincérement de votre achat de cet Electone
Yamaha ME-10.
Le ME-10 est un Electone d'un genre tout nouveau qui fait appel
aux progres les plus récents de l'électronique et dont la création a
été rendue possible grace à l'expérience acquise pendant près de
100 ans par Yamaha dans la fabrication d'instruments de musique.
Ce manuel a été rédigé afin de vous aider à vous familiariser avec
votre instrument et de vous permettre de profiter de ses possibilités
étonnantes. Nous vous conseillons de vous asseoir devant votre
Electone pendant l'étude des informations suivantes.
Avant de commencer à jouer, veuillez prendre le temps de lire
"Préambule" oü vous trouverez des informations importantes au
sujet de votre Electone.
Merci de votre choix de cet instrument Yamaha et bon amusement!
Introducción
Gracias por la adquisición de este Electone Yamaha ME-10.
El ME-10 es un tipo completamente nuevo de Electone, que utiliza
los Ultimos adelantos en tecnología electrónica, y que ha sido posible
gracias a la experiencia de Yamaha como fabricante de instru-
mentos musicales adquirida durante aproximadamente un siglo.
Este manual ha sido diseñado para ayudarle a familiarizarse con
su Electone serie ME y poner al alcance de sus manos sus
fascinantes posibilidades. Le recomendamos que se siente ante su
Electone revisando cuidadosamente este manual.
Antes de comenzar, lea la sección "Antes de tocar" que contiene
información inportante sobre su Electone.
Gracias de nuevo por haber elegio Yamaha, y jdiviértase a placer
con su Electone!
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— Contents EB
I. Before Playing Page
@ Installation and Maintenance Less 4
@ FCC Information (USA)
€ Let's Produce Some Sounds..
H. The Basic Features of your Yamaha Electone
1. Now, Let's Create- Some Registrations ..............................
2. 7 Additional Voices Can Be Transferred....
3. Using Sustain
4. Adding Rhythm ....
5. Having Fun With Automatic Accompaniment
III. Useful Information
€ Accessory Jacks and Optional Items..
€ Electromagnetic Interference.
@ Troubleshooting
€ Specifications...
@ MIDI Implementation Chart ..
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L Vor dem Spielen
€ Aufstellung und Pflege
€ Lassen Sie uns einige Tóne erzeugen ...
П. Die grundlegenden Merkmale Ihrer Yamaha
1. Und jetzt ein paar Regiaiercinstellungen.
2. 7 zusätzliche Stimmen können übertragen werden ..
3. Einsatz von Sustain...
4. Hinzufügen von Rhythmus :
5. Spielvergnügen mit der automatischen Begleitung .......... 20
Nützliche Informationen
€ Anschlufbuchsen für Sonderzubehór
€ Flektromagnetische Interferenzen ...
9 Stórungsbeseitigung ..............
€ ‘echnische Daten
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І. Préambule
Ф Installation et entretien ....
@ Premiers pas dans la production sonore...
Il. Caractéristiques de base de l'Electone Yamaha
1. Création de certains registres...
2. Transfert de 7 voix supplémentaires
3. Utilisation du soutien...
4. Intervention du rythme
5. Les prodiges de l'accompagnement automatique...
Ш. Informations utiles
€ Prises accessoires et dispositifs en option .
€ Interférence électromagnétique .
€ Dépistage des pannes
€ Fiche technique
€ Tableau d'exploitation MIDI...
— Índice С MONEO MN CENE.
Antes de tocar Página
€ Instalación y mantenimiento
€ Antes de nada, produzcamos algunos sonido
Il. Características básicas de su Electone
1, Ahora, creemos algunos registros
. Posibilidad de transferencia de 7 voces adicionales
. Empleo de sostenido
. Adición de ritmos
. Disfrute de acompañamiento automático ..
ormación útil
Tomas para accesorios e items opcionales
€ Interferencia electromagnética...
€ Solución de problemas
€ Especificaciones ........
€ Tabla de implementación de MIDI...... 2.15
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|. Before Playing
Installation and Maintenance
e Installation
1.
WARNING: Do not allow your Electone or its bench to
rest on or be installed over power cords of any type. An
electrical shock and/or fire hazard could possibly result
from this type of improper installation
. WARNING: Do not place objects on your Electone power
cord or place it in a position where anyone could trip
over, walk on or roll anything over it. An improper
installation of this type creates a personal injury/fire
hazard possibility.
. Main Power Supply Verification: Your Electone has
been manufactured specifically for the main supply
voltages used in your area. If you should move, or if any
doubt exists, please consult your local authorized
Electone dealer for instructions. The main supply voltage
is printed on the name plate.
+ YAMAHA ELECTONE
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4. Environment: Your Electone should not be installed in
5. Vinyl
a position that exposes the cabinet to direct sunlight or
air currents having high humidity or heat levels. This
type of installation can cause contact oxidation, case joint
separation, and cabinet finish problems.
Products: Do not set vinyl items, (ie.,
headphones, vinyl doilies, etc.) on the finished surfaces of
your Electone or use a polyvinyl material to cover the
unit for any extended period of time. A chemical reaction
may occur between the finish chemical and those
contained in the polyvinyl products resulting in a
permanent marring of the finish.
Electromagnetic Interference (RFI): Your Electone has
been type tested and found to comply with all applicable
regulations. However, if it is installed in the immediate
proximity of other electronic devices, some form of
interference may occur.
e Maintenance
1. SERVICE: Your Electone contains no user serviceable com-
ponents. Refer all service to qualified service technicians only.
2. BENCH STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY: If any motion or an
“unsteady” sensation is noted in the bench, please check its
structural integrity immediately. Discontinue use until any
and all discrepancies are resolved.
3. CLEANING/ CARE
A) GENERAL: DO NOT use chemically harsh (і.е., alcohol,
paint thinners, etc.) or abrasive cleaners on any portion of
your Electone.
B) KEYS/ CONTROL PANEL: When cleaning the keys and
control panels of your Electone, please use a soft absorbent-
type cloth that has been dampened with a very mild
solution of liquid soap and lukewarm water.
C) CABINET/ BENCH: Clean the cabinet portions of your
Electone with a slightly dampened cloth containing a
neutral cleaning agent. The cleaning agent selected
should not contain a high wax content or any other sub-
stance that would have a tendency to form a "build-up" on
the cabinet.
4. Vinyl Products: Do not set vinyl items, (i.e., headphones,
vinyl doilies, etc.) on the finished surfaces of your Electone or
use polyvinyl ‘material to cover the unit for any extended
period of time. A chemical reaction many occur between the
finish chemical and those contained in the polyvinyl! products,
resulting in a permanent marring of the finish.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: This product has been tested and
approved by independent safety testing laboratories in order that
you may be sure that when it is properly installed and used in its
normal and customary manner, all foreseeable risks have been
eliminated. DO NOT modify this unit or commission others to do
so unless specifically authorized by the manufacturer. Product
performance and/or safety standards may be diminished.
Claims filed under the expressed warranty terms may be denied
if the unit is/has been modified. The warranty of title (patent
infringement, etc.) will not be defended by the manufacturer in
the area(s) that relate to the modification. Implied warranties may
also be affected.
ЕСС INFORMATION (USA) `
While the following statements are provided to comply with FCC Regulations in
the United States, the corrective measures listed are applicable worldwide.
The digital series of Yamaha Flectones!" use frequencies
audio or video devices within three meters (approximate!
nay occur.
on. If the interference continues when your Electone™
not the source of the interference. If your Flectone™
that appear in the radio
frequency range, and if installed in the immediate proximity of some types of
у ten feet), interference
This series of Yamaha Electones'™ has been type-tested and found to comply
with the specifications set for a class B computer in accordance with those spe-
cifications listed in sub-part J, part 15 of the FCC rules. These rules are designed
to provide a reasonable measure of protection against such interference.
However, this does not guarantee that interference will not occur.
f your Electone™ should be suspected of causing interference with other
clectronic devices, verification can be made by turning your Flectone™ off and
is off, the Electone™ is
does appear to be the
source of the interference, you should try to correct the situation by using one or
more of the following measures:
@Relocate either the Electone™ or the electronic device that is being affected
by the interference.
e Utilize power outlets for the Electone™ and the device being affected that аге
on different branch (circuit breaker or fuse) circuits, or instal! AC line filters.
en the case of radio-TV interference, relocate the antenna or if the antenna
lead-in is 300 ohm ribbon lead, change the lead-in to coaxial type cable.
If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results, please contact an
authorized Yamaha Electone™ dealer for suggestions and/or corrective
measures. If you can not locate an authorized Yamaha Electone"" dealer in your
general area, please contact the Electone™ Service Department, Yamaha
international, 6600 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, CA 90620, U.S.A.
If for any reason, you should need additional information relating to radio or TV
interference, you may find a booklet prepared by the Federal Communications
Commission Helpful: "How to Identify and Resolve Radio-IV Interference
Problems." This booklet, Stock 3€ 004-000-00345-4. is available from the US.
Government Printing Office, Washington DC. 20402.

First, Let's Produce Some Sounds
1 First of all, make sure that the plug is firmly inserted
in the wall power outlet.
2 Turn the Electone on by pressing the POWER
SWITCH.
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3 Set the MASTER VOLUME control,
This control lets you adjust the overall volume of your instru
ment. For now, place it in about a 2:00 position
MASTER VOLUME
4 Place your right foot on the EXPRESSION PEDAL, 6 Now, play any keys on the Upper Keyboard,
which controls the overall volume while playing, You hear à beautiful flute and strings sound, dont you? Now
for increased musical expression. let's examine each of the controls one by one.
Push forward with your toes to make И louder, and back with
your heel to make it softer
5 Next, look at the SOLO VOICES and ORCHESTRAL
VOICES sections and make sure that the buttons
shown in the illustration have been set.

Il. The Basic Features of Your Electone
1. Now, Let’s Create Some Registrations
UPPER KEYBOARD VOICE SECTIONS
The Upper Keyboard of the ME-10 has two VOICE Sections that differ in character. Besides
using them independently, you can also combine both sections.
1 Choose one sound from each section.
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ORCHESTRAL VOICES: Besides strings and brass, this section also offers COM-
BINATION (traditional organ sound). These sounds are polyphonic, which means that .
multiple notes can be played simultaneously. (See page 7 regarding the use of the TO
LOWER button.)
SOLO VOICES: This section contains voices labelled flute and trumpet. These sounds
are monophonic, which means that only one note may be played at any given time.
2 Set the volume.
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— UPPER— — UPPER/LOWER —
VOLUME
Please set the volume to the desired level for each of these sections. Your Electone lets you
select one of five volume levels—the top one (MIN) being OFF and the bottom one (MAX)
being full volume.
In case you do not need the sound of one of these sections, set the volume level of that
section to its top position (MIN).
3 Play the upper keyboard.
The voice selected will be heard. Try changing to other voices and compare the sounds.
[7 Additional Voices Can be Transferred]
The seven voices in the VOICE MENU can be
transferred to the grey buttons in each VOICE
section (COMBI. of ORCHESTRAL VOICES;
TRUMPET of SOLO VOICES, etc.), allowing you to
increase versatility. (See page 8 for details.
[Keying Priorities]
Upper and Lower keyboards: A maximum of
10 notes can be produced simultaneously. These
10 notes are available in any upper/lower
keyboard ratio.
For example, if you press seven keys on the upper
keyboard, only three keys will produce sound on
the lower keyboard.
SOLO VOICES: When more than two notes are
played at the same time, the note farthest to the
right has priority.
[Additional Information]
@When TO LOWER is turned on, the OR-
CHESTRAL VOICES sound cannot be produced
on the upper keyboard.

LOWER KEYBOARD VOICE SECTIONS
In addition to its own VOICE section (ORCHES./RHYTHMIC), the Lower Keyboard can also be
used to produce the ORCHESTRAL VOICES from the Upper Keyboard.
1 Choose one sound and set the desired volume
level.
ORCHESTRAL VOICES: This section consists of strings
and COMBINATION (an organ sound). These sounds are poly-
phonic, enabling the playing of more than one note.
RHYTHMIC: When both Auto Rhythm and Auto Bass Chord
are used, the COMBI. button switches to Piano and is synchro-
nized with the rhythm for backing and accompaniment.
(See page 10 for details.)
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VOLUME
—LOWER—
2 Play the lower keyboard.
Try the other sounds and compare them.
PEDAL KEYBOARD VOICE SECTION
This section consists of the electric bass and traditional organ bass voices.
AL VOICES
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ELECTRIC
BASS
1 Select a bass sound and set the
desired volume level.
NOTE: In order to hear the pedal sounds,
please be sure that the SINGLE FINGER
and FINGERED CHORD buttons {Auto
Bass Chord Section) are turned OFF.
VOLUME
— PEDALS —
2 Press a pedal.
Try the other bass sound in this section.
[TO LOWER]
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If the TO LOWER button is turned on, the sounds
of the strings, brass or combination (including any
voice transferred to COMBI from the VOICE
MENU) can be produced on the lower keyboard.
When the Rhythmic Voice is set using the lower
ORCHES./RHYTHMIC section, the use of TO
LOWER enables the combined sound of Rhythmic
and Orchestral Voices.
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[7 Additional Voices Can be Transferred]
The seven voices of VOICE MENU can also be
transferred to the two buttons of the lower
ORCHES./RHYTHMIC section. (See page 8 for
details.)
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[7 Additional Voices Can be Transferred]
The seven voices of the VOICE MENU can be
freely transferred to the grey button (BASS).
[Keying Priorities]
When more than two pedals are played at the
same time, the pedal farthest to the right has
priority.

2. 7 Additional Voices Can Be Transferred
VOICE MENU
Your ME-10 has seven additional voices which can be used by transferring them to any grey
buttons in any VOICE section.
1 Determine which voice to transfer and which section you wish to transfer
that voice to.
These voices in the VOICE MENU section can be transferred to any of these grey buttons
from the VOICE section.
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When a grey button is pressed, the lamp inthe VOICE MENU lights up, enabling the eight
(rhythm) buttons to function as the VOICE MENU. (They normally function as the pattern
selectors for Auto Rhythm.) While this lamp is lit, press one of the seven buttons from
TROMBONE to PIPE ORGAN. The lamp of the grey button in the VOICE Section you
transferred it to flashes to indicate that the sound has been transferred. Please try trans-
ferring other voices using this same procedure. Note that if the POWER switch is turned
off, the voices transferred to the grey buttons will be returned to their Original Voices (the
voices as displayed).
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[Checking the Transferred Voices]
When a grey button is pressed, the lamp of the
voice transferred to that button will light up,
indicating which voice was transferred.
If no voices from the VOICE MENU have been
transferred to that location, the ORIGINAL VOICE
lamp lights up.
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When the ORIGINAL VOICE BUTTON is pressed
while depressing the grey button, you can cancel
the sound transferred to that button and return to
its displayed voice.
[Additional Information]
@The same voice can be transferred to multiple
grey buttons. —
@When a VOICE MENU sound has been
transferred to SOLO or PEDAL VOICES, they
automatically become “monophonic” voices,
meaning that only one note at a time can be
played.
3. Using Sustain
SUSTAIN
This feature permits the sound to gradually fade out after an Upper Keyboard
(Orchestral Voices only) and/or a Pedal note is released.
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2 Select a sound from the Upper/
Lower ORCHESTRAL VOICES, then
play the upper keyboard.
After releasing the keys, a gradual fade-out is
added to the sound. Even when TO LOWER is
on and Orchestral Voices are being produced
from the lower keyboard, the Sustain effect
is active.
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If the PEDALS button is turned on, a gradual fade-
out is added to the sound after releasing the keys
of the pedal keyboard.