Yamaha 2 EZ-AG Musical Instrument User Manual
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1. HESS 3 Om Et EE Caug A m7 b5 B7sus4 00765 EZ AG 31 Sony Chord Chart Song Akkordtabelle Partition des accords de morceau Gr fica de acordes de canciones2. 32 EZAG Commonly used Chords Die am h ufigsten gebrauchten Akkorde Accords generalement utilis s Acordes m s comunes
3. Wap gt 4 EZAG 33 34 Specifications Technische Daten Specifications Especificaciones DU Strings 6 Frets 12 Displays LED display 6 x 6 fret LEDs Sounds 9 guitar 8 bass 3 others Play Modes STRUM right hand CHORD left hand BOTH both hands Controls STANDBY ON switch STRUM button CHORD button BOTH button DEMO button SOUND button SONG button TEMPO button VOLUME button CAPO button TUNING button VALUE buttons Songs 25 additional songs can be loaded into internal memory from a computer Tempo Range 32 280 Volume Range 0 127 Balance Range 0 127 Capo Range 0 6 Tuning 28 tuning settings in addition to normal Connectors DC IN 12V PHONES OUTPUT MIDI IN and MIDI OUT Maximum Output Power 3 3W When using PA 3C AC adaptor 1 4W batteries PHONES OUTPUT Output impedance 770 Speaker 10 cm Power Supply PA 3C AC Power Adaptor Six 1 5V size LR6 or equivalent batteries Power Consumption 6 5 W using the PA 3C Dimensions wxdxh 863 307
4. lt MIDI OUT W MIDI OUT gt 3 MIDI IN EZ AG O Song data downloaded from the internet can be loaded into the EZ AG via computer Song data will not be transmitted via the instrument s MIDI OUT connector IDIIN MIDI OUT d Ga MIDI OUT Computer 8 19 Connecting To MIDI Devices Ui Connecting To a Computer The EZ AG can be connected to a computer via MIDI O To connect the EZ AG to a computer that is equipped with USB connec tors use a USB MIDI interface such as the Yamaha UX16 as shown in the diagram below USB MIDI 5 Interface To the EZ AG MIDI OUT USB MIDI IN connector lt TotheEZ AG ES EFSER MIDI OUT connector MIDI UX16 EZ AG Computer O The EZ AG can be directly connected to a computer that has built in MIDI via standard MIDI cables as shown in the diagram below 4 MIDI IN MIDI OUT MIDI OUT gt MIDI IN EZ AG Computer O To connect the EZ AG to a Macintosh computer that has RS 422 ports the serial Printer and Modem ports use a MIDI interface as shown in the diagram below MIDI Interface Modem Port E como Macintosh e f you use the Yamaha UX16 b
5. x s lecteurs SOUNDJOFF 07 00 00 Entr e SONG ON 07 01 7F SONG OFF 07 01 00 Note str num ro de corde voir ci dessous vel v locit de la note jou e 00 est assourdie kno Num ro de note MIDI voir ci dessous Les valeurs de function ID ctr 1 ctr 2 str et kno sont au format hexad cimal str Num ro de corde et kno Num ro de note q a 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 4A 4B 4C 3D 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 38 39 3D 40 41 42 43 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 3C 3D SE 2 2F 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 29 2A 2 2C 2D 2 2 30 31 32 33 34 4 Lors du lancement du morceau un message est envoy l arr t du morceau c est un message FCH qui est transmis Quand l horloge est r gl e sur External Externe les messages FAH au lance ment du morceau et FCH l arr t du morceau sont tous deux recon nus 5 Local ON OFF Local ON Bn 7A 7F Local OFF Bn 7A 00 La valeur n est ignor e 6 Les donn es du morceau ne sont pas transmises NOTA 1 El EZ AG funciona como un generador de tonos de varios timbres de 16 canales y los datos de entrada no afectan a las voces ni a los ajustes del panel Sin emba
6. 2E 2F 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 05 28 29 2 2 2 2D 2 2F 30 31 32 33 34 OJJA OIN 4 Cuando se inicia la canci n se transmite un mensaje FAH Cuando se detiene la canci n se transmite un mensaje FCH Cuando el reloj se ajusta al modo externo se reconocen tanto el FAH inicio de can ci n como el FCH detenci n de canci n 5 Local ON OFF Local activado desactivado lt Local ON gt Bn 7A 7F lt Local OFF gt Bn 7A 00 El valor para n se omite 6 Los datos de canciones no se transmiten EZ AG 29 30 Song Chord Chart Song Akkordtabelle Reading the Chord Charts The numbers marked at each position refer to the fingers that should be used to press the corresponding frets 1 index 2 middle 3 ring little Normally the leftmost fret in a chord diagram will be fret 1 When the left most fret is marked with a number however that will be the number of the leftmost fret 9 When the barre symbol appears use the index finger to press all indicated fret buttons at once Lesen der Akkordtabellen Die Nummern an den einzelnen Positionen geben die Finger an mit denen die entsprechenden B nde gedr ckt werden sollen 1 Zeigefinger Mittelfinger 3 Ringfinger 2 Kleiner Finger blicherweise wird in einer Akkordtabelle der am weitesten links positionierte Bund als Bu
7. If you can not locate the appropriate retailer please contact Yamaha Corpora tion of America Electronic Service Division 6600 Orangethorpe Ave Buena Park CA90620 The above statements apply ONLY to those products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America or its subsidiaries This applies only to products distributed by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA OBSERVERA Apparaten kopplas inte ur v xelstr msk llan n tet s l nge som den ar ansluten till v gguttaget ven om sj lva apparaten har st ngts av ADVARSEL Netspeeendingen til dette apparat er IKKE afbrudt s leeenge netledningen siddr i en stikkontakt som er t endt ogs selvom der or slukket p apparatets afbryder VAROITUS Laitteen toisiopiiriin kytketty k ytt kytkin ei irroita laitetta verkosta class B Entsorgung leerer Batterien nur innerhalb Deutschlands Leisten Sie einen Beitrag zum Umweltschutz Verbrauchte Batterien oder Akkumulatoren d rfen nicht den Hausm ll Sie k nnen bei einer Sam melstelle f r Altbatterien bzw Sonderm ll abgegeben werden Informieren Sie sich bei Ihrer Kommune 2 standby EZ AG battery O COPYRIGHT NOTICE Twelve of the demo songs or compositions included in this instrument are as follows California Girls Words and Music by Brian Wilson and Mike Love Copyright 1965 IRVING MUSIC INC Copyright Renewed All Rights Reserved Used by Permission Day Trip
8. 40 41 42 43 4 03 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 3C 3D 5 04 2D 2 2F 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 6 05 28 29 2A 2B 2C 2D 2E 2F 30 31 32 33 34 Beim Starten des Songs wird eine FAH Meldung gesendet Beim Anhalten des Songs wird eine FCH Meldung gesendet Wenn die Clock Taktsteuerung auf External eingestellt wurde werden sowohl der Befehl FAH Start der Begleitung als auch der Befehl FCH Stopp der Begleitung erkannt Local ON OFF Local ON Bn 7A 7F Local OFF Bn 7A 00 e Der Wert f r wird ignoriert Es werden keine Songdaten gesendet 26 93 Feuille d impl mentation MIDI Gr fica de implementaci n MIDI REMARQUE 1 L EZ AG fonctionne comme un g n rateur de sons multi timbre 16 canaux De ce fait la r ception de donn es n affecte ni les voix ni les r glages de panneau Cependant les messages MIDI r pertori s ci des sous affectent les voix de panneau et les morceaux MIDI Master Tuning Accord g n ral MIDI 2 Changement de commande lt RPN gt L EZ AG et r pond aux messages suivants Pitch Bend Range Plage de variation de ton Fine Tuning R glage fin Coarse Tuning R glage grossier 8 Exclusifs GM System ON 7EH 7FH 09H 01H F7H Ce message r tablit automatiquement tous les r glages par d faut de l
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10. Il mm y nn es ID de funci n ctr 1 y ctr 2 respectivamente es ctr 2 mitido cido funci n x Clock reloj _ Internal Clock 00 01 00 reloj interno External Clock 00 01 7F Reloj externo Fret Switch on 01 er kis Interruptor de trastes activado Fret Switch off 02 Si kiio Interruptor de trastes desactivado o o Fret LED on LED de trastes activado 03 str kno Fret LED off LED de trastes desactivado 04 str kno x String Data Datos de cuerdas 05 str vel Switch Data JON 06 00 7F Datos de inter HOFF 06 00 00 X ruptores Control JON 06 01 OFF 06 01 00 Switch Data SOUNDJON 07 00 7F Datos de inter SOUNDIOFF 07 00 00 X ruptores Enter SONG ON 07 01 7F SONG OFF 07 01 00 Nota str n mero de cuerda vea a continuaci n vel velocidad de la nota tocada 00 silenciada kno n mero de nota MIDI vea a continuaci n Valor cuyo ID de funci n ctr 1 ctr 2 str y kno tienen formato hexadecimal str n mero de cuerda y kno n mero de nota Traste 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Cuerda str 1 00 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 4A 4B 4C 01 3D 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 02 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 03 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 3C 3D 04 2D
11. Play Along With the Songs 18 s PEAY STRUM rss 18 e PLAY 2 CHORD eese 19 e PEAY 3 BOTH eene 19 N The pickguard shape seal is provided u U for in store promotional purposes and peel off or be scratched when the instrument is played Pickguard shape seal EZ AG 7 O Names Of the Parts Controls and Connectors 8 Body Bridge Plate Strings that are sounding Strings The strings can be can be muted by touching the bridge plate with side or heel of the right hand Be sure to touch the plate on the back of the neck with your left hand while touching the bridge plate with your right or finger style Connector amp Power Switch Section Control Section played either with a pick EZ AG frets 1 through 6 are illuminated and will glow red when pressed When the PLAY MODE is set to CHORD or BOTH the appropriate frets will glow to indicate the frets you should press When the CAPO function is used entire column of frets will glow at the capo position Control Section D VALUE Buttons These buttons are used to select sounds and songs as well as adjust tempo volume balance and other parameters Press the button once to increment the value by one or press the button once to decre ment the value by one Holding either button causes continuous incrementing or decrementing in the cor responding directio
12. S N L Teed MOOTO 1235 95 WOIS S 27 EZ AG 28 MIDI Implementation Chart MIDI Implementierungstabelle nah A NOTE 1 EZ AG functions as a 16 channel multi timbral tone generator and incom ing data does not affect the panel voices or panel settings However the MIDI messages listed below do affect the panel voices and songs MIDI Master Tuning 2 Control change lt RPN gt EZ AG receives responds to the following messages e Pitch Bend Range Fine Tuning Coarse Tuning 8 Exclusive GM System ON 7EH 7FH 09H 01H F7H This message automatically restores all default settings for the instru ment with the exception of MIDI Master Tuning MIDI Master Volume 7FH 7FH 04H 01H Il F7H This message allows the volume of all channels to be changed simul taneously Universal System Exclusive The values of mm is used for MIDI Master Tuning Values for Il are ignored MIDI Master Tuning FOH 43H 1nH 27H 30H 00H OOH mm Il cc F7H This message simultaneously changes the tuning value of all channels e The values of mm and Il are used for MIDI Master Tuning The default value of mm and Il are 08H OOH respectively Any values can be used for cc EZ AG Native Parameter Change 43H 7FH OOH Il
13. START STOP START STOP START STOP o C EE DEMO SOUND SONG START STOP SELECT SELECT S 2 Press the DEMO button to start and stop playback After pressing the DEMO button to start playback the and buttons can be used to select a specific song All remaining songs will play back in sequence following the selected song If a play mode is selected i e the STRUM CHORD or BOTH button is pressed the selected song will play repeat edly Songs loaded from a computer will be stored in memory num bers 1 F 2 etc following the pre programmed song data 1 25 and can be selected using the and buttons in the same way as the pre programmed songs Change the Song Tempo Playback tempo of the songs can be adjusted from J 32 through 4 280 quarter notes per minute This can be handy to slow a song down for practice 1 Press the TEMPO button PLAY MODE VALUE STRUM CHORD BOTH RESET START STOP START STOP START STOP The current tempo will appear on the display c DEMO SOUND SONG START STOP SELECT SELECT CAPO INING ES PLAY MODE 1 2 E E C e STRUM CHORD BOTH RESET START STOP START STOP START STOP 1I TEMPO VOLUME o Y Ri ES DEMO SOUND SONG START STOP SELECT SELECT CAPO TUNING 16 EZ AG Press the and buttons simultaneously to reset the default tempo
14. YAMAHA EZ GUITAR EZ GITARRE EZ GUITARE EZ GUITARRA a LL Owner s Manual lt gt TA ings Node Manual de instrucciones SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION This product utilizes batteries or an external power supply adapter DO NOT connect this product to any power supply or adapter other than one described in the manual on the name plate or specifically recommended by Yamaha This product should be used only with the components supplied or a cart rack or stand that is recommended by Yamaha If a cart etc is used please observe all safety markings and instructions that accompany the accessory product SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE The information contained in this manual is believed to be correct at the time of printing However Yamaha reserves the right to change or modify any of the specifications without notice or obligation to update existing units This product either alone or in combination with an amplifier and head phones or speaker s may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss DO NOT operate for long periods of time at a high volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable If you experience hearing loss or ringing in the ears you should consult an audiologist IMPORTANT The louder the souna the shorter the time period before dam age occurs NOTICE Service charges incurred due to a lack of knowledg
15. and harmonics are not possible EZ AG Contents Names Of the Parts Controls Connecting To MIDI Devices 20 and Connectors iii idas 8 e What is MIDI lia it 20 Setting Up te 10 Some Example MIDI Applications 20 e Power 10 e Connecting To a Computer 21 A eed 11 Loading Song Data Into the EZ AG Using the Song Filer Application 22 Playing the EZ AG 12 Turning Local Control On or 23 Power On amp Play 12 e Setting the MIDI Clock ee 23 e Selecting Different Sounds 13 P Using the CAPO 44 Troubleshooting eere S TUNNO ee one 14 MIDI Implementation Chart 26 Playing the Songs 15 Song Chord Chart 30 Listen Teme Songs an AY AION Gag iisi E Commonly used Chords 33 Listen To a Specified Song and Play Along 16 e Change the Song Tempo en Dr ee ee 16 Specifications Seege EE EE EE LITER 34 Adjust the 17
16. cual quier momento sin previo aviso Puesto que las especificaciones equipos u opciones pueden no ser las mismas en todos los mercados solicite informaci n a su distribuidor Yamaha EZ AG 98 Limited Warranty 90 DAYS LABOR 1 YEAR PARTS Yamaha Corporation of America hereafter referred to as Yamaha warrants to the original consumer of a product included in the categories listed below that the product will be free of defects in materials and or workmanship for the periods indicated This warranty is applicable to all models included in the following series of products EZ AG Tf during the first 90 days that immediately follows the purchase date your new Yamaha product covered by this warranty is found to have a defect in material and or workmanship Yamaha and or its authorized representative will repair such defect without charge for parts or labor Tf parts should be required after this 90 day period but within the one year period that immediately follows the purchase date Yamaha will subject to the terms of this warranty supply these parts without charge However charges for labor and or any miscellaneous expenses incurred are the consumers responsibility Yamaha reserves the right to utilize reconditioned parts in repairing these products and or to use reconditioned units as warranty replacements THIS WARRANTY IS THE ONLY EXPRESS WARRANTY WHICH YAMAHA MAKES IN CONNECTION WITH THESE PROD UCTS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY APPL
17. instrument l exception de la commande MIDI Master Tuning MIDI Master Volume Volume principal MIDI 7FH 7FH 04H 01H Il F7H Ce message autorise la modification simultan e du volume de tous les canaux Universal System Exclusive Les valeurs mm sont utilis es pour MIDI Master Tuning Les valeurs Il sont ignor es MIDI Master Tuning 43H 1nH 27H OOH mm Il cc F7H Ce message modifie simultan ment la valeur de l accordage de tous les canaux Les valeurs mm et Il sont utilis es pour MIDI Master Tuning Les valeurs par d faut de mm et sont 08H et respec tivement N importe quelle valeur peut tre utilis e pour cc EZ AG Native Parameter Change Changement de param tre natif de l EZ AG FOH 43H 7FH 00H 00H Il mm nn F7H Les valeurs de Il mm et nn sont Fuction ID ctr 1 et ctr 2 respectivement TS Gert SC ctr 1 ctr 2 x 00 01 00 00 01 Selecteur de frette activ 01 str kno 9 x S lecteur de frette d sactiv 02 str kno o Voyant de frette activ 03 str kno Voyant de frette d sactiv 04 str kno x Donn es des cordes 05 str vel Donn es des 06 00 7F Se selecteurs 06 00 00 JON 06 01 7F JOFF 06 01 00 Donn es des SOUNDJON 07 00 7F
18. of the song FL Playing the Songs Ui Adjust the Balance This function adjusts the volume of the accompaniment playback thus allowing you to set the ideal balance between the accompaniment and what you play on the EZ AG strings 1 Press the VOLUME button once or twice so that bAL appears on the display GAL will show on the display while the VOLUME button is held then the current balance setting will appear when the button is released PLAY MODE 1 2 3 STRUM CHORD BOTH RESET START STOP START STOP START STOP L Or one TEMPO VOLUME CC ES DEMO SOUND SONG START STOP SELECT SELECT CAPO TUNING c 2 Use the VALUE and buttons to set the desired bal ance The accompaniment volume can be adjusted from 0 minimum through 127 maximum to achieve the best balance with what you play on the instrument s strings The initial default accompaniment volume setting is 64 Press the and buttons du C 2 wue simultaneously to reset the STRUM CHORD BOTH E fe d STARTISTOP STARTISTOP START STOP lefault song volume TEMPO VOLUME EE DEMO SOUND SONG START STOP SELECT SELECT CAPO TUNING CD EZAG 17 Play Along With the Songs 18 Try playing along with the songs using the EZ AG s three play modes STRUM right hand CHORD left hand and BOTH both hands PLAY 1 STRUM Play using only yo
19. set to STANDBY N WARNING 2 Connect the AC adaptor PA 3C PA 3B or other adaptor specifically recom mended by Yamaha to the DC IN 12V jack 3 Plug the AC adaptor into an AC outlet AC Adaptor DC IN 12V 8 Using Batteries For battery operation EZ AG requires six 1 5V AA size or LR6 or equiva lent batteries When the batteries need to be replaced the volume may be reduced the sound may be distorted and other problems may occur When this happens turn the power off and replace the batteries as described below Open the battery compartment cover located on the instrument s bottom panel 2 Insert the six new batteries being careful to follow the polarity markings in the battery compartment 3 Replace the compartment cover making sure that it locks firmly in place EZ AG Use ONLY a Yamaha PA 3C or PA 3B AC Power Adaptor or other adaptor specifically rec ommended by Yamaha to power your instrument from the AC mains The use of other adaptors may result in irrepa rable damage to both the adap tor and the EZ AG Unplug the AC Power Adaptor when not using the EZ AG or during electrical storms N CAUTION Use only alkaline batteries for this instrument Other types of batteries including recharga ble batteries may have sudden drops of power when battery power becomes low poss
20. the the power is turned on You can stop this by simply pressing any fret STANDBY ON switch is in the STANDBY position Be sure to E remove the batteries or unplug AON the AC Power Adaptor if you will not be using the EZ AG for Q an extended period of time Adjust the Overall Volume While playing the EZ AG strings adjust the instrument s volume for the desired overall listening level 1 Press the VOLUME button once or twice so that vol appears on the display oL will show on the display while the VOLUME button is held then the current volume setting will appear when the button is released PLAY MODE 1 2 3 CL C a STRUM CHORD BOTH C RESET START STOP START STOP START STOP uot will appear on the display TEMPO VOLUME ex DEMO SOUND SONG START STOP SELECT SELECT TUNING ES 2 Use the VALUE and buttons to set the desired volume level PLAY MODE 1 VALUE rm m San Default volume can be restored by pressing both buttons simultaneously TEMPO VOLUME E ams am DEMO SOUND SONG START STOP SELECT SELECT CAPO TUNING c 2 Play chords Se Form a chord with your left hand e Strings that are sounding can be muted by frets you press up to the sixth fret will touching the bridge plate with the edge or heel of e your right hand sure to touch the plate on the
21. verwendet Der Standardwert betr gt f r 08H und f r OOH F r k n nen beliebige Werte verwendet werden lt EZ AG Native Parameter Change gt 43H 7FH OOH Il mm nn F7H Der Wert f r mm und nn ist die Function ID Ctrl 1 und Ctrl 2 Trans Recogni mitted 4 Function o 3 ez EEE Erkannt tragen x Clock imema 00 01 00 interne Taktsteuerung Externe Clock externe Taktsteuerung 00 91 zh x Fret Switch on 01 str kno Fret Switch off 02 str kno Fret LED on 03 str kno Fret LED off 04 str kno x String Data Saitendaten 05 str vel Switch Data Schalterdaten JON 06 00 2 X Control OFF 06 00 00 JON 06 01 7F OFF 06 01 00 Switch Data Schalterdaten SOUNDJON 07 00 1 Enter SOUNDJOFF 07 00 00 SONG ON 07 01 7F SONG OFF 07 01 00 Note str Saitennummer siehe unten vel Anschlagsgeschwindigkeit der gespielten Note 00 ist stummgeschaltet kno MIDI Notennummer siehe unten Die Werte f r Function ID ctrl 1 ctrl 2 str und kno werden hexadezimal dargestellt str Saitennummer und kno Notennummer Fret Bund String str 1 00 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 4A 4B 4C 2 01 3D 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 3 02 37 38 39 3C 3D
22. x 81 mm 34 x 12 x 3 1 4 Weight 1 9 kg 4 Ibs 3oz w o batteries Specifications and descriptions in this owner s manual are for information purposes only Yamaha Corp reserves the right to change or modify products or specifications at any time without prior notice Since specifications equipment or options may not be the same in every locale please check with your Yamaha dealer Die technischen Daten und Beschreibungen in dieser Bedienungsanleitung dienen nur der Information Yamaha Corp beh lt sich das Recht vor Produkte oder deren technische Daten jederzeit ohne vorherige Ank ndigung zu ver ndern oder zu modifizieren Da die technischen Daten das Ger t selbst oder Sonderzubeh r nicht in jedem Land gleich sind setzen Sie sich im Zweifel bitte mit Ihrem Yamaha H ndler in Verbindung Les caract ristiques techniques et les descriptions du mode d emploi ne sont donn es que pour information Yamaha Corp se r serve le droit de changer ou modifier les produits et leurs caract ristiques techniques tout moment sans aucun avis Du fait que les caract ristiques techniques les quipements et les options peuvent diff rer d un pays l autre adressez vous au distributeur Yamaha le plus proche Las especificaciones y descripciones de este manual del propietario tienen s lo el prop sito de servir como informaci n Yamaha Corp se reserva el derecho a efectuar cambios o modificaciones en los productos o especificaciones en
23. 3 12 string Guitar 12 Pick Bass 20 Grand Piano 4 Jazz Guitar 13 Fretless Bass 5 Octave Guitar 14 Slap Bass 6 Clean Guitar 15 Synth Bass 7 Mute Guitar 16 Hi Q Bass 8 Overdrive Guitar 17 Dance Bass 9 Distortion Guitar EZ AG 13 14 Playing the EZ AG HE Using the CAPO Function The EZ AG s virtual capo functions in the same way as a normal guitar capo stopping the strings at the spec ified fret The EZ AG CAPO function can be applied up to the sixth fret Some guitar books include capo indica tions that can make setting this function easy Press the button PLAY MODE 1 2 3 VALUE STRUM CHORD BOTH RESET START STOP START STOP START STOP The current CAPO position will appear on the display TEMPO VOLUME Y gt DEMO SOUND SONG START STOP SELECT SELECT CAPO TUNING 2 Select the capo position fret Use the and buttons to select the fret at which you want to position the capo You can select frets 0 through 6 All fret buttons at the selected fret position will glow 3 BOTH RESET START STOP t3 TEMPO VOLUME SONG SELECT CAPO TUNING XX The CAPO setting only applies to the played sound not to the song playback sound Tuning After pressing the TUNING button you can use the and buttons to raise or lower the overall pitch of the EZ AG in semitone
24. DI OUT connector MIDI IN m EZ AG Computer O Deleting Loaded Songs From the EZ AG Songs can be deleted from the EZ AG memory from the Song Filer applica Song data cannot be transferred from the EZ AG to a computer Be sure to save all song data you want to keep on your computer tion on the computer 02 EZ AG Connecting To MIDI Devices 21 Turning Local Control On or Off Local Control determines whether the EZ AG plays its own internal tone generator Local Control 2 ON or whether performance data is transmitted via the MIDI OUT connector only without playing the internal tone generator Local Control OFF Local Control ON This is the normal setting In this state the EZ AG s internal tone generator will play whatever is played on the strings and frets as well as any MIDI data received via the MIDI IN connector Local Control OFF In this state the internal tone generator will not sound in response to playing the strings and frets but the performance data will be transmitted via the MIDI OUT connector The internal tone generator will play any MIDI data received via the MIDI IN connector Simultaneously press the and TUNING buttons 2 Local control is always ON when Set local control as required Use the buttons to turn local control or off as required turns local control on while turns it off Setting the MIDI Clock Normally EZ AG son
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27. IIm IV 2 AHard Day s Night 10 Don t Be Cruel 14 I VIm IIm V7 21 LI7 IV IVm 3 Stand By Me Heart That s True 15 LVIm IV V7 22 VIm7 II7 IV I 4 Day Tripper 11 Sittin On The Dock 16 I VIm IV V7 23 LII7 IV I 5 More Than Words Of The Bay 17 LIm IV V7 24 LVIm V IV I 6 Hound Dog 12 Yesterday Once More 18 IIIm7 VIm7 IIm7 V7 25 IV IIm IIIm VIm 7 You Are So Beautiful Listen To the Songs and Play Along 1 Press the DEMO button Playback of the currently selected song will begin then the remaining songs will play back in sequence PLAY MODE STRUM CHORD BOTH START STOP START STOP START STOP The current song number is shown on EL 25 the display E SELECT CAPO TUNING 2 Press the DEMO button to stop playback e If you press the DEMO button to start demo playback and then change the tempo or volume while the demo is playing press ing the DEMO button a second time will not stop playback imme diately Instead the song number display will appear and you will need to press DEMO one more time in order to stop playback 13 EZAG 15 Playing the Songs Listen To a Specified Song and Play Along 1 Press SONG and select a song After pressing the SONG button use the and buttons to select the number of the song you want to play The number of the currently selected song will appear on the display PLAY MODE STRUM CHORD
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30. T O Power Switch STANDBY ON This is the EZ AG power switch Press the switch in to turn the power ON Press the switch again to return it to the extended STANDBY position and turn power off O DC IN 12V Jack The AC Power Adaptor PA 3C can be connected here N CAUTION Make sure that power to all external devices is OFF when connecting the EZ AG to avoid possible electric shock and damage to the equipment Also start with all volume con trols turned down to minimum to prevent possible damage to speakers and other playback equipment PHONES OUTPUT Jack This jack can be used to connect a pair of stereo headphones for private practice or listening or to connect the EZ AG to an audio system television or instrument amplifier O MIDI IN MIDI OUT Connectors These connectors can be used to connect the EZ AG to other MIDI gear or a computer using standard MIDI cables EZ AG 9 10 This section contains information about setting up your EZ AG for playing Make sure to read this section carefully before using the instrument Power Requirements Although the EZ AG will run either from an optional AC adaptor or batteries Yamaha recommends use of an AC adaptor whenever possible An AC adaptor is more environmentally friendly than batteries and does not deplete resources Using an AC Power Adaptor D Make sure that the STANDBY ON switch of the EZ AG is
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32. au niveau de chaque position indiquent les doigts utiliser pour appuyer sur les frettes correspondantes 1 index 2 majeur 3 annulaire 4 auriculaire Normalement la frette situ e l extr me gauche de la repr sentation d un accord correspond la frette 1 Cependant lorsqu un nombre apparait c t il indique le num ro de cette frette 9 Lorsque le symbole barre apparait utilisez Pindex pour appuyer sur toutes les touches de frettes indiqu es en m me temps O Lectura de las gr ficas de acordes Los n meros marcados en cada posici n se refieren a los dedos que se deben utilizar para presionar los trastes correspondientes 1 ndice 2 coraz n 3 anular 4 me ique e Por lo general el traste situado m s a la izquierda en un diagrama de acordes es el traste 1 No obstante cuando el traste situado m s a la izquierda est indicado con un n mero es el n mero del traste situado m s a la izquierda Cuando aparece el s mbolo barra utilice el dedo ndice para pulsar todos los botones de trastes indicados a la vez 5 Noms des accords et positions des frettes indiqu s pendant la reproduction Nombres de acordes y posiciones de trastes indicados durante la reproducci n ES 255
33. e sure to install the supplied driver on your computer When using a separate MIDI interface with a Macintosh com puter as in this example be sure to set the clock speed of the interface from the computer using the appropriate application software See your software manual for details EZ AG 21 22 Connecting To MIDI Devices 2 22 Loading Song Data Into the EZ AG Using the Song Filer Application In order to perform the operations described in this section you will need to use a computer connected to the internet to download the free Song Filer application from the URL listed below Song data can be loaded into the EZ AG from your computer using the Song Filer application and played in the same way as the pre programmed songs In addition to EZ AG song data the EZ AG can also load and play SMF Standard MIDI File song data SMF song data cannot however be used in the EZ AG PLAY MODE Visit the PK CLUB home page URL below for downloadable song data Data Specifications For the EZ AG Play Modes Number of Songs 99 max eter 480 kilobytes total Data XF File Format The total number of songs that can be loaded will depend on the data size of the songs As an example about four 100 kilobyte songs can be loaded Install the Song Filer Access the
34. e phone off or moving it further away from the EZ AG EZ AG EZ AG 25 MIDI Implementation Chart MIDI Implementierungstabelle AISW IST 224 DUI uaded 209333 11202 ssouqubrug Sut NDeIIY SUTL uteqsns ueq 114 uorjernpoNW 2 5 S UD 5 Hug A HU6 Q A HUG O 440 930N LZT T A HU6 LZl I Hu6 O NO 930N LEI xxxxxxxxxxxxxx ONAL LCL 88 Be SION XOROX KKK RK E sobessop 3Inegjed OR N XX NX NO K uUorjoung peztuboosy UOTSISA DV 7H I9poW TUN US ZU VHVNWVA 90 EZ AG 26 a Y Feuille d impl mentation MIDI Gr fica de implementaci n MIDI ONOW 43O INNO ONON NO INNO NON OM NI x 7 PON 9poN ATOd 44O INNO A IOd NO INNO jesoM S XX XO XXX XXX SATIOY AHO TIV TRooT S 43UD IV 3eseu 440 punos TIV Spon I sobes
35. e relating to how a func tion or effect works when the unit is operating as designed are not covered by the manufacturers warranty and are therefore the owners responsibility Please study this manual carefully and consult your dealer before requesting service ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Yamaha strives to produce products that are both user safe and environmen tally friendly We sincerely believe that our products and the production meth ods used to produce them meet these goals keeping with both the letter and the spirit of the law we want you to be aware of the following Battery Notice This product MAY contain a small non rechargeable battery which if applica ble is soldered in place The average life span of this type of battery is approximately five years When replacement becomes necessary contact qualified service representative to perform the replacement 92 BP bottom This product may also use household type batteries Some of these may be rechargeable Make sure that the battery being charged is a rechargeable type and that the charger is intended for the battery being charged When installing batteries do not mix batteries with new or with batteries of a different type Batteries MUST be installed correctly Mismatches or incorrect installation may result in overheating and battery case rupture Warning Do not attempt to disassemble or incinerate any battery Keep all batteries away from children D
36. following web page using a computer connected to the internet and after reading the online instructions install the Song Filer application PK CLUB Home Page Address http www yamahapkclub com d System requirements for using the Gong are as follows Windows Macintosh OS Windows 95 98 2000 Me XP OS Mac OS 7 5 through 9 2 2 CPU Pentium 100 MHz or higher OS X not supported RAM 8 MB or more CPU Power PC or greater Hard Disk 2 MB or more free RAM 8 MB or more Display 800 x 600 256 colors or more Hard Disk 2 MB or more free d Display 800 x 600 256 colors or more Requirements as of June 2003 g Using the Song Filer After installing the Song Filer connect the EZ AG to your computer After making the required connections and turning the EZ AG on it will be possible to transfer song data from the computer to the EZ AG Refer to the PK CLUB home page URL listed above for online instructions on using the Song Filer O Loading Data Into the EZ AG The song file data must be transmitted to the EZ AG from the computer Loaded song data will be stored in memory numbers F 1 F 2 etc following the pre programmed song data 1 25 USB MIDI Interface To the EZ AG MIDI OUT USB gt MIDI IN connector al To the EZ AG 2 MI
37. g playback is synchronized to its own internal clock Use this function when you want to synchronize EZ AG playback to a MIDI clock signal from an external device O Internal Clock Int This is the normal setting EZ AG song playback is synchronized to its own internal clock O External Clock Etr The EZ AG will be synchronized to a MIDI clock signal from a connected external device Song and demo playback will not start if an appropriate external clock signal is not being received 1 Simultaneously press the TEMPO and VOLUME buttons 2 The clock is always set to Int hen the EZ AG is initial Set the clock as required a Use the and buttons to set the clock mode as required selects Int while selects Etr EZAG 23 24 Problem Check No sound The displays flicker on and off and don t function normally Are the batteries properly installed Are they run down Is the volume set to 0 Is a plug plugged into the PHONES OUTPUT jack Speaker output is automatically cut off when a plug is inserted into the PHONES OUTPUT jack Is Local Control turned OFF The EZ AG will not produce any sound unless Local Control is turned ON Are the batteries run down Song playback will not start Is the MIDI clock set to Etr Try setting it to Int The EZ AG is picking up noise Are you using the EZ AG near a mobile phone Try turning the mo bil
38. glow red then play the strings with back of the neck with your left hand while touch your right hand ing the bridge plate with your right hand The sensitivity of the mute sensor will vary according to the player and ambient humidity If muting does not seem to be working properly try touching the mute plate with the palm of your hand to increase the area of contact EZ AG 0 Playing the EZ AG Ui Selecting Different Sounds The EZ AG includes 20 different guitar bass and other instrument sounds Choose the sound that best suits the song you re playing and your playing style 1 Press the SOUND button PLAY MODE 1 2 3 VALUE E C c STARTSTOP STARTSTOP STARTSIOP Z5 The number of the currently selected sound will appear TEMPO VOLUME ma SS on the display c DEMO SOUND ANG START STOP SELECT T CAPO TUNING 2 Select a sound number Use the and buttons to select the sound you want to play Press the buttons simultaneously to instantly recall PLAY MODE sound number 1 VALUE 1 E CL STRUM CHORD BOTH RESET START STOP START STOP START STOP 4 D TEMPO VOLUME KK CC DEMO SOUND SONG seu rume SoundList No Sound No Sound No Sound GUITAR BASS OTHERS 1 Folk Guitar 10 Acoustic Bass 18 Banjo 2 Classic Guitar 11 Finger Bass 19 Shamisen
39. he electric plug from the instrument or an outlet always hold the plug itself and not the cord e Unplug the AC power adaptor when not using the instrument or during electrical storms e Do not connect the instrument to an electrical outlet using multiple connector Doing so can result in lower sound quality or possibly cause overheating in the outlet Battery e Always make sure all batteries are inserted in conformity with the polarity markings Failure to do so might result in overheating fire or battery fluid eakage Always replace all batteries at the same time Do not use new batteries together with old ones Also do not mix battery types such as batteries from different makers or different types of batteries from the same maker since this can cause overheating fire or battery fluid leakage Do not dispose of batteries in fire e Do not attempt to recharge batteries that are not intended to be charged e When the batteries run out or if the instrument is not to be used for a long time remove the batteries from the instrument to prevent possible leakage of the battery fluid Keep batteries away from children f the batteries do leak avoid contact with the leaked fluid If the battery fluid should come in contact with your eyes mouth or skin wash immediately with water and consult a doctor Battery fluid is corrosive and may possibly cause loss of sight or chemical burns Do
40. hoosing Yamaha EZ GUITAR EZ AG For maximum performance and enjoyment please read this owner s manual carefully before using your EZ AG When you re done reading the manual please store it in a safe place along with the warranty card for future reference Main Features The EZ AG is a sophisticated yet easy to use instrument Some of its main features and functions include Built in amplifier and speaker Automatic accompaniment featuring a range of popular songs and chord progressions See Page 12 Using the STRUM play mode you can play complete songs using only your right hand See Page 18 The CHORD play mode indicates the fingering for the chords you should play on the EZ AG s illu minated frets an ideal practice and learning tool See Page 19 New songs can be downloaded from the internet using your computer then transferred to and played on the EZ AG MIDI interface required see page 22 Play using a wide range of different sounds See Page 12 No tuning required The EZ AG is always in perfect tune from the moment you turn it on You can also select alternate tunings such as drop D and open G See Page 14 A virtual capo can be applied up to the sixth fret See Page 14 Since the EZ AG uses switches rather than actual strings over frets playing techniques that depend on the physical properties of strings such as string bending vibrato produced by string bending
41. ibly resulting in loss of data in the flash memory and the need to initialize the flash memory When the batteries run down replace them with a complete set of six new batteries NEVER mix old and new batter ies If the instrument is not to be in use for a long time remove the batteries from it in order to prevent possible fluid leakage from the battery Refer to Connecting To a Computer on page 21 for connection details Computer USB MIDI Interface USB Connector MIDI OUT Connector MIDI IN Connector PHONES OUTPUT Connector N CAUTION DC IN 12V Connector Stereo Phone Plug Make sure that power to all external devices is OFF when connecting the EZ AG to avoid possible electric shock and damage to the equipment Also start with all volume controls on external devices turned down to minimum to prevent possi ble damage to speakers and other playback equipment Using 5 For private practicing and playing without dis turbing others connect a set of stereo head phones to the PHONES OUTPUT jack Sound from the built in speaker system is automati cally cut off when you insert a headphone plug into this jack PHONES OUTPUT S Connecting To an External Amplifier or Stereo System Though the EZ AG is equipped with a built in speaker sy
42. is 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 styles files MIDI files WAVE data 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 DIS TRIBUTE OR USE ILLEGAL COPIES EZ AG 3 4 PRECAUTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference AN WARNING Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even death from electrical shock short circuiting damages fire or other hazards These precautions include but are not limited to the following Power power adaptor Only use the voltage specified as correct for the instrument The required voltage is printed on the name plate of the instrument Use the specified adaptor PA 3C or PA 3B or an equivalent recommended by Yamaha only Using the wrong adaptor can result in damage to the instrument or overheating Check the electric plug periodically and remove any dirt or dust which may have accumulated on it Do not place the AC adaptor cord near heat sources such as heaters or radiators and do not excessively bend or
43. ispose of used batteries promptly and as regulated by the laws in your area Note Check with any retailer of household type batter ies in your area for battery disposal information Disposal Notice Should this product become damaged beyond repair or for some reason its useful life is considered to be at an end please observe all local state and federal regulations that relate to the disposal of products that contain lead batteries plastics etc If your dealer is unable to assist you please contact Yamaha directly NAME PLATE LOCATION The name plate is located on the bottom of the product The model number serial number power requirements etc are located on this plate You should record the model number serial number and the date of purchase in the spaces provided below and retain this manual as a permanent record of your purchase Model Serial No Purchase Date PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL FCC INFORMATION U S A 1 IMPORTANT NOTICE DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT This product when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual meets FCC requirements Modifications not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority granted by the FCC to use the product 2 IMPORTANT When connecting this product to accessories and or another product use only high quality shielded cables Cable s supplied with this product MUST be used Follow all installation instructions Failure to fol
44. le to load additional songs down loaded from the internet URL provided below into the EZ AG via these connectors What is MIDI MIDI Musical Instrument Digital Interface is an international standard system that allows electronic musical instruments and related devices to communicate with and control one another By connecting MIDI compatible devices via standard MIDI cables it becomes possible to transfer a variety of performance and setup data between devices for enhanced musical capabilities NOTE j o MIDI IN Connector MIDI cables are sold separately MIDI OUT and are available from most Receives MIDI data from external MIDI devices z E musical instrument stores that handle electronic music gear MIDI OUT Connector ay y Excessively long MIDI cables can Transmits MIDI data to external MIDI devices cause data errors Use MIDI cables that are no longer than 15 meters N CAUTION Make sure the power to exter nal devices is turned off when connecting the EZ AG Then when the required connections have been made turn on the external device first and then the EZ AG Some Example MIDI Applications Using the EZ AG s MIDI capabilities you for example transfer performance data between two EZ AGs or between an EZ AG and a MIDI equipped personal computer to load songs into the EZ AG Song data cannot be transmitted by the EZ AG O Performance data transferred between two EZ AGs
45. low instructions could void your FCC authorization to use this product in the USA 3 NOTE This product has been tested and found to comply with the requirements listed in FCC Regulations Part 15 for Class B digital devices Compliance with these requirements provides a reasonable level of assurance that your use of this product in a residential environment will not result in harmful interference with other electronic devices This equip ment generates uses radio frequencies and if not installed and used according to the instructions found in the users manual may cause inter ference harmful to the operation of other electronic devices Compliance with FCC regulations does not guarantee that interference will not occur in all installations If this product is found to be the source of interference which can be determined by turning the unit OFF and ON please try to eliminate the problem by using one of the following measures Relocate either this product or the device that is being affected by the interference Utilize power outlets that are on different branch circuit breaker or fuse circuits or install AC line filter s In the case of radio or TV interference relocate reorient the antenna If the antenna lead in is 300 ohm ribbon lead change the lead in to co axial type cable If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results please contact the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product
46. mm F7H The value which Il mm and nn is Fuction ID ctr 1 and ctr 2 respectively mitted nized D ent er x Internal Clock 00 01 00 External Clock 00 01 7F Fret Switch on 01 str kno 9 x Fret Switch off 02 str kno o 0 Fret LED on 03 str kno Fret LED off 04 str kno x String Data 05 str vel Switch Data 06 00 7F x Control OFF 06 00 00 JON 06 01 7F OFF 06 01 00 Switch Data SOUNDJON 07 00 7F 5 x Enter SOUNDJOFF 07 00 00 SONG ON 07 01 7F SONG OFF 07 01 00 Note str string number see below vel velocity of played note 00 is muted kno MIDI note number see below The value which is function ID ctr 1 ctr 2 str and kno are hexadecimal form str String number and kno Note number String str 1 00 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 4A 4B 4C 01 3D 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 02 38 39 3C 3D 40 41 42 43 03 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 3A 3B 3C 3D 3E 04 05 2E 2F 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 29 2A 2B 2C 2D 2E 2F 30 31 32 33 34 AJOJN 4 When the song is started an FAH message is transmitted When song is stopped an FCH message is transmitted When the clock is set to External both FAH song s
47. mode PLAY MODE 2 VALUE 1 3 STRUM CHORD Ga C RESET STARTISTOP START STOP VOLUME CD c CL DEMO SOUND SONG START STOP SELECT SELECT CAPO TUNING CD CD The song will begin after count in Finger the chords indicated by the glowing fret buttons Playback will only proceed when you press all of the glowing fret buttons Playing the EZ AG strings in this mode has no effect on playback Press the CHORD button again to stop playback pay 3 BOTH Once you ve mastered the left and right hand techniques using play modes 1 and 2 try playing using both hands 1 Press the SONG button and use the and buttons to select the song you want to play 2 Press the BOTH button to begin playback in the PLAY 3 BOTH mode E PLAY MODE 1 2 VALUE STRUM CHORD BOTH RESET START STOP START STOP START STO TEMPO VOLUME KT C SOUND SONG m SELECT CAPO TUNING CD DEMO START STOP SELECT SELECT The song will begin after count in Play with both your right and left hands in the same way you did in the STRUM and CHORD play modes to play the entire song as smoothly as possible Press the BOTH button again to stop playback EZAG 10 O Connecting To MIDI Devices The EZ AG features MIDI IN and OUT connectors that can be used to connect to other MIDI devices for expanded musical capabilities It is also possib
48. n Press both the and but tons simultaneously to reset the initial default value for the selected parameter EZ AG 2 Display Displays the value of the parameter being edited as well as the currently selected tempo 3 VOLUME Button This button allows adjustment of both the instru ment s overall volume and the balance between the played and accompaniment sound Names Of the Parts Controls and Connectors 4 TUNING Button Allows overall tuning of the EZ AG in semitone increments as well as selection of one of the EZ AG s alternative tunings in addition to standard gui tar tuning the EZ AG provides drop D open D open G and open E tunings 5 TEMPO Button Allows the song tempo to be set from 4 32 through 4 280 6 CAPO Button Allows the position of the EZ AG s virtual capo to be specified 7 SONG Button Allows any of the 25 internal songs to be selected for playback In addition to the songs initially provided songs downloaded from the internet to a computer can be read into and stored in the EZ AG SOUND Button Allows selection of any of the EZ AG s 20 instru ment sounds 9 DEMO Button Starts and stops song playback STRUM CHORD BOTH Buttons Starts playback of the selected song using the corre sponding playback method Connector amp Power Switch Section STANDBY 5 ON DC IN 12V PHONES OUTPUT IN MIDI OU
49. nd 1 bezeichnet Wenn dieser Bund abweichend von dieser Regel mit einer Nummer bezeichnet ist dann bezeichnet diese Nummer den uBersten linken Bund Wenn das Barr Symbol angezeigt wird dr cken Sie alle Bund Tas ten gleichzeitig mit dem Ringfinger 5 Chord Names and Fret Positions Indicated During Playback Akkordnamen und Bundpositionen werden w hrend der Wiedergabe angezeigt 3 2 oTo Del iw SER Es E7sus4 E7 r I3 G7sus4 ERE EZ AG 60 C69 95 Partition des accords de morceau Gr fica de acordes de canciones EEN des partitions d accords Les num ros inscrits
50. ng period of time at a high or uncomfortable volume level since this can cause permanent hearing loss If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears consult a physician Saving and backing up your data e Data in the instrument s internal memory can be lost due to operational errors or malfunction Be sure to save any important data to external media via a computer connected to the instrument Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use or modifications to the instrument or data that is lost or destroyed Always turn the power off when the instrument is not in use When using a power adaptor even when the power switch is in the STANDBY position electricity is still flowing to the instrument at the minimum level When you are not ake sure to discard used batteries according to local regulations using the instrument for a long time make sure you unplug the AC power adaptor from the wall AC outlet The illustrations and LED display as shown in this owner s manual are for instructional purposes only and may be different from the ones on your instrument O Trademarks Apple and Macintosh are trademarks of Apple Computer Inc registered in the U S and other countries Windows is the registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation other trademarks are the property of their respective holders 4 8 2 2 EZ AG 5 6 Thank you for c
51. not expose the instrument to excessive dust or vibrations or extreme cold or heat such as in direct sunlight near a heater or in a car during the day to prevent the possibility of panel disfiguration or damage to the internal components e Do not use the instrument in the vicinity of a TV radio stereo equipment mobile phone or other electric devices Otherwise the instrument TV or radio may generate noise 4 8 1 2 EZ AG e Do not place the instrument in an unstable position where it might accidentally fall over e Before moving the instrument remove all connected adaptor and other cables e Turn off the power to all other electronic components to which the instrument is to be connected before connecting the instrument Also be sure to lower all volume settings on all connected components to minimum then gradually increase the volume while playing the instrument to set the desired listening level Maintenance e When cleaning the instrument use a soft dry cloth Do not use paint thinners solvents cleaning fluids or chemical impregnated wiping cloths Handling caution e Do not insert a finger or hand in any gaps on the instrument e Do not place vinyl plastic or rubber objects on the instrument since this might discolor the panel Do not rest your weight on or place heavy objects on the instrument and do not use excessive force on the buttons switches or connectors e Do not operate the instrument for a lo
52. or authorization A Return Authorization RA will be issued that has a tracking number assigned that will expedite the servicing of your unit and provide a tracking system if needed Your owners manual contains important safety and operating instructions It is your responsibility to be aware of the contents of this manual and to follow all safety precautions EXCLUSIONS This warranty does not apply to units whose trade name trademark and or ID numbers have been altered defaced exchanged removed or to fail ures and or damages that may occur as a result of Neglect abuse abnormal strain modification or exposure to extremes in temperature or humidity Improper repair or maintenance by any person who is not a service representative of a retail outlet authorized by Yamaha to sell the product an authorized service center or an authorized service representative of Yamaha This warranty is applicable only to units sold by retailers authorized by Yamaha to sell these products in the U S A the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico This warranty is not applicable in other possessions or territories of the U S A or in any other country Please record the model and serial number of the product you have purchased in the spaces provided below Model Serial Sales Slip Purchased from Date Retailer YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA Electronic Service Division 6600 Orangethorpe Avenue Buena Park CA 90620 KEEP T
53. otherwise damage the cord place heavy objects on it or place it in a position where anyone could walk on trip over or roll anything over it Do not open e Do not open the instrument or attempt to disassemble the internal parts or modify them in any way The instrument contains no user serviceable parts If it should appear to be malfunctioning discontinue use immediately and have it inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel AN CAUTION Do not expose the instrument to rain use it near water or in damp or wet conditions or place containers on it containing liquids which might spill into any openings Never insert or remove an electric plug with wet hands Do not put burning items such as candles on the unit A burning item may fall over and cause a fire If you notice any abnormality e ifthe AC adaptor cord or plug becomes frayed or damaged or if there is a sudden loss of sound during use of the instrument or if any unusual smells or smoke should appear to be caused by it immediately turn off the power switch disconnect the adaptor plug from the outlet and have the instrument inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of physical injury to you or others or damage to the instrument or other property These precautions include but are not limited to the following Power power adaptor e When removing t
54. per Words and Music by John Lennon and Paul McCartney Copyright 1965 Sony ATV Songs LLC Copyright Renewed All Rights Administered by Sony ATV Music Publishing 8 Music Square West Nashville TN 37203 International Copyright Secured All Rights Reserved Don t Be Cruel A Heart That s True Words and Music by Otis Blackwell and Elvis Presley CopyrightO 1956 by Unart Music Corporation and Elvis Presley Music Inc Copyright Renewed and Assigned to Elvis Presley Music All Rights Administered by Cherry River Music Co and Chrysalis Songs International Copyright Secured All Rights Reserved A Hard Day s Night Words and Music by John Lennon and Paul McCartney Copyright 1964 Sony ATV Songs LLC Copyright Renewed All Rights Administered by Sony ATV Music Publishing 8 Music Square West Nashville TN 37203 International Copyright Secured All Rights Reserved Hound Dog Words and Music by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller CopyrightO 1956 by Elvis Presley Music Inc and Lion Publishing Co Inc Copyright Renewed Assigned to Gladys Music and Universal MCA Music Publishing A Division of Universal Studios Inc Rights Administered by Cherry Lane Music Publishing Company Inc and Chrysalis Music International Copyright Secured All Rights Reserved Knock On Wood Words and Music by Eddie Floyd and Steve Cropper Copyright 1966 IRVING MUSIC INC Copyright Renewed All Rights Reserved Used by Permission More Than Words Words and M
55. rgo los mensajes MIDI enumerados a continuaci n s afectan a las voces del panel y a las canciones MIDI Master Tuning Afinaci n principal MIDI 2 Cambio de control lt RPN gt EI EZ AG recibe y responde a los mensajes siguientes e Pitch Bend Range Margen de inflexi n del tono Fine Tuning Afinaci n precisa Coarse Tuning Afinaci n poco precisa 3 Exclusivo lt GM System ON gt Sistema GM activado FOH 7EH 7FH 09H 01H F7H Este mensaje restituye autom ticamente todos los ajustes iniciales del instrumento a excepci n de la afinaci n principal MIDI lt MIDI Master Volume gt Volumen principal MIDI 7FH 7FH 04H 01H II F7H Este mensaje permite cambiar simult neamente el volumen de todos los canales Universal System Exclusive Exclusivo del Sistema Universal Los valores de se usan para la afinaci n principal MIDI Los valores para II se omiten lt MIDI Master Tuning gt Afinaci n principal MIDI FOH 43H 1nH 27H 30H 00H OOH mm Il cc F7H Este mensaje cambia simult neamente el valor de afinaci n de todos los canales Los valores de mm y Il se usan para la afinaci n principal MIDI e Los valores iniciales de mm y Il son 08H OOH respectivamente Puede usarse cualquier valor para cc lt EZ AG Native Parameter Change gt Cambio de par metros nativos del EZ AG FOH 43H 7FH 00H 00H Il mm nn F7H e Valor cuyo
56. stem you can also play it through an external amplifier speaker system First make sure the EZ AG and any external devices are turned off then connect one end of a stereo audio cable to the LINE IN or AUX IN jack s of the other device and the other end to the PHONES OUTPUT jack on the EZ AG PHONES OUTPUT e Stereo System Using the MIDI Terminals The EZ AG also features MIDI terminals allowing you to interface the EZ AG with other MIDI instruments and devices CS Tom O blo WN IN MIDI OUT Audio Sys Television Setting Up Ui Connections To AC wall socket Headphones Powered Speaker etc RCA Pin Plugs DIE LILT EZ AG 11 12 Playing the EZ AG When you re set up and ready turn on the power and play Power On amp Play 1 Turn on the power With the AC power adaptor connected or with batteries installed simply press the power switch until it locks in the ON position When the instrument N CAUTION Make sure that external ampli fication gear is off when turn is not in use be sure to turn the power off Press the switch again so that it ing EZ AG power or off pops up The YAMAHA name will scroll across the EZ AG frets when Avery Small amount is used by the EZ AG when
57. steps up to one octave For example a setting of 1 lowers the pitch by one semitone a setting of 4 raises the pitch by four semitones an interval of a third or a setting of 12 lowers the pitch by a full octave This makes it easy to play the EZ AG in any key to match the range of a singer for example The EZ AG also provides four alternative tunings which can be selected by pressing the button beyond the 12 setting Drop D Open D Open and Open E The number of Tuning Key Control DropD Open D OpenG Open E cc semitones tuned Display 10 0 10 dred oPd oPh STARTISTOP the type of alterna tive tuning selected 18 E E Tempo vouuE will appear on the 2nd B B A B B CERO mpi em display 3rd G G Fi G e 4th D D D D E 5th A A A G B 6th E D D D E EZ AG a Playing the Songs The EZ AG features a range of internal songs that you can play along with Song numbers 1 through 25 are pre programmed into the EZ AG Additional songs can be downloaded from the internet using a computer and loaded into the EZ AG for playback Refer to the Connecting to MIDI Devices section for details Song List No Title No Title No Title No Title SONG 8 California Girls PATTERN 19 I VIm IV V7 I 1 In Heaven 9 On Wood 13 rV 20 I IIm I
58. tart and FCH song stop are recog nized 5 Local ON OFF lt Local ON gt Bn 7A 7F lt Local OFF gt Bn 7A 00 e Value for n is ignored 6 Song data is not transmitted EZ AG HINWEIS 1 2 3 4 5 6 Das EZ AG funktioniert als multi timbraler 16 Kanal Klangerzeuger und eingehende Daten haben keinen Einflu auf die Bedienfeld Voices und die Bedienfeld Einstellungen Die im folgenden aufgef hrten MIDI Mel dungen ver ndern jedoch die Bedienfeld Voices und die Songs MIDI Master Tuning Steuerungswechsel lt RPN gt Das EZ AG empf ngt die folgenden Meldungen und antwortet darauf e Pitch Bend Bereich e Feineinstellung Grobeinstellung Exclusive GM System ON FOH 7EH 7FH 09H 01H F7H Durch diese Meldung werden automatisch alle Werksvorgaben des Instruments mit Ausnahme des MIDI Master Tuning der Gesamtstimmung wieder hergestellt MIDI Master Volume MIDI Gesamtlautst rke 7FH 7FH 04H 01H Il F7H Mit diesem Befehl kann die Lautst rke aller Kan le gleichzeitig ge n dert werden Universal System Exclusive Die Werte f r werden f r MIDI Master Tuning verwendet Werte f r II werden ignoriert MIDI Master Tuning FOH 43H 1nH 27H 30H 00H OOH mm Il cc F7H Durch diesen Befehl wird die Stimmung f r alle Kan le gleichzeitig ge ndert Die Werte von mm und werden f r das MIDI Master Tuning
59. ur right hand Great for rhythm practice Press the SONG button and use the buttons to select the song you want to play PLAY MODE The song number will c T S mm e appear on the display STRUM CHORD BOTH RESET STARTSTOP STAMVISTOP KK zZ N DEMO SOUND SONG START STOP SELECT SELECT eg TUNING gt Esch 2 2 Press the STRUM button to begin playback in the PLAY 1 STRUM mode PLAY MODE 1 2 3 an CD CD STRUM ARD BOTH RESET START STOF START STOP VOLUME Ic DEMO SOUND SONG START STOP SELECT SELECT CAPO TUNING song will begin after count in Strum the EZ AG strings with your right hand and the appropriate chords for the song will sound In this mode the fret buttons have no effect on playback so you can play anywhere with your left hand without changing the playback sound Press the STRUM button again to stop playback If you want the frets to glow up to the sixth fret to indicate the fingerings of the chords being played press the STRUM button while simultaneously holding the SOUND and SONG buttons EZ AG Play Along With the Songs El pray 2 CHORD Play using only your left hand Great for chord practice 1 Press the SONG button and use the and buttons to select the song you want to play 2 Press the CHORD button to begin playback in the PLAY 2 CHORD
60. usic by Nuno Bettencourt and Gary Cherone Copyright 1990 COLOR ME BLIND MUSIC Rights Administered by ALMO MUSIC CORP Rights Reserved Used by Permission Sittin On The Dock Of The Bay Words and Music by Steve Cropper and Otis Redding Copyright 1968 1975 IRVING MUSIC INC Copyright Renewed Rights Reserved Used by Permission Stand By Me Words and Music by Ben E King Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller 1961 Renewed JERRY LEIBER MUSIC MIKE STOLLER MUSIC and MIKE amp JERRY MUSIC LLC AII Rights Reserved Tears In Heaven Words and Music by Eric Clapton and Will Jennings Copyright 1992 by Music Ltd and Blue Sky Rider Songs All Rights for Music Ltd Administered by Unichappell Music Inc AII Rights for Blue Sky Rider Songs Administered by Irving Music Inc International Copyright Secured Rights Reserved Yesterday Once More Words and Music by John Bettis and Richard Carpenter Copyright 1973 ALMO MUSIC CORP and HAMMER AND NAILS MUSIC Copyright Renewed All Rights Administered by ALMO MUSIC CORP Rights Reserved Used by Permission You Are So Beautiful Words and Music by Billy Preston and Bruce Fisher Copyright 1973 IRVING MUSIC INC and ALMO MUSIC CORP Copyright Renewed All Rights Reserved Used by Permission AII Rights Reserved Unauthorized copying public performance and broad casting are strictly prohibited regarding the above twelve demo songs COPYRIGHT NOTICE Th
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