Page 2 - SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION; PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL
NP-30/YNP-25 Owner’s Manual 2 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 recom-mended by Yamaha. WARNING: Do not p...
Page 4 - PRECAUTIONS; PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING; WARNING
NP-30/YNP-25 Owner’s Manual 4 PRECAUTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING * Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference. WARNING Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even death from electrical shock, short-circuiting,...
Page 6 - Introduction; We recommend that you read this manual carefully; Main Features
NP-30/YNP-25 Owner’s Manual 6 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha NP-30/YNP-25! We recommend that you read this manual carefully so that you can fully take advantage of the advanced and convenient functions of the NP-30/YNP-25. We also recommend that you keep this manual in a safe and h...
Page 7 - About this Owner’s Manual; Accessories
NP-30/YNP-25 Owner’s Manual 7 About this Owner’s Manual This manual consists of three main sections: Introduction, Reference and Appendix. Introduction (page 6): Please read this section first. Reference (page 14): This section explains how to make detailed settings for the instrument’s various func...
Page 8 - Table of Contents
NP-30/YNP-25 Owner’s Manual 8 Table of Contents Introduction Main Features............................................................................................... 6 About this Owner’s Manual ......................................................................... 7 Accessories .................
Page 9 - Application Index; Listening
NP-30/YNP-25 Owner’s Manual 9 Application Index Use this index to find reference pages that may be helpful for your particular application and situation. Listening Listening to demo songs with different voices..................................................................... Listening to the Demo...
Page 10 - Panel Controls and Terminals
Panel Controls and Terminals NP-30/YNP-25 Owner’s Manual 10 Panel Controls and Terminals 1 [STANDBY/ON] switch ................ page 11 For turning the power on or off. 2 [MASTER VOLUME] slider ........... page 13 For adjusting the volume level of the entire sound. 3 [METRONOME ON/OFF] button .........
Page 11 - Before Using; Power Requirements; Plug the AC adaptor into an AC outlet.
Before Using NP-30/YNP-25 Owner’s Manual 11 Before Using Be sure to do the following operations BEFORE turning on the power. Power Requirements Although the instrument will run either from an optional AC adaptor or batteries, Yamaha recom-mends use of an AC adaptor whenever possible. An AC adaptor i...
Page 12 - Turning the Power On
Before Using NP-30/YNP-25 Owner’s Manual 12 Using Batteries .................................................................................... 1. Open the battery compartment cover located on the instrument’s bottom panel. 2. Insert the six new alkaline batteries, being careful to follow the polar...
Page 13 - Setting the Volume; Using the Pedal; Using Headphones; Music Rest
Before Using NP-30/YNP-25 Owner’s Manual 13 Setting the Volume Initially set the [MASTER VOLUME] slider about halfway between the “MIN” and “MAX” settings. Then, when you start playing, re-adjust the [MASTER VOLUME] slider to the most comfortable listening level. Using the Pedal [SUSTAIN] jack This ...
Page 14 - Listening to the Demo Songs; ten to the demo songs.
Listening to the Demo Songs NP-30/YNP-25 Owner’s Manual 14 Listening to the Demo Songs Demo songs are provided that effectively demonstrate each of the voices. 1. Press the [STANDBY/ON] switch to turn the power on. When the power is turned ON, the power indica-tor located to the left of the [STANDBY...
Page 15 - Listening to the Piano Preset Songs; While holding down the [SONG
Listening to the Piano Preset Songs NP-30/YNP-25 Owner’s Manual 15 Listening to the Piano Preset Songs The NP-30/YNP-25 provides performance data for piano songs as well as voice demo songs, for your listening pleasure. 1. While holding down the [SONG W W W W / A A A A ] button, press one of the C2–...
Page 16 - Using the Metronome
Using the Metronome NP-30/YNP-25 Owner’s Manual 16 Using the Metronome This instrument features a built-in metronome (a device that keeps an accurate tempo) that is con-venient for practicing. 1. Press the [METRONOME ON/OFF] button to turn on the metronome. Start the metronome. Determine the time si...
Page 18 - Selecting & Playing Voices; Selecting Voices
Selecting & Playing Voices NP-30/YNP-25 Owner’s Manual 18 Selecting & Playing Voices Selecting Voices 1. While holding down the [GRAND PIANO] button, press one of the C1–A1 keys to select a voice. Pressing the VOICE/SONG [BACK<<] or [>>NEXT] button switches among the following te...
Page 20 - Adding Variations to the Sound – Reverb
Selecting & Playing Voices NP-30/YNP-25 Owner’s Manual 20 Adding Variations to the Sound – Reverb This control enables you to select four different types of reverb effect that add extra depth and expression to the sound to create a realistic acoustic ambience. Selecting a Reverb Type While holdi...
Page 21 - Transposition; Fine tuning of the Pitch
Selecting & Playing Voices NP-30/YNP-25 Owner’s Manual 21 Transposition The Transpose function makes it possible to shift the pitch of the entire keyboard up or down in semitone intervals to facilitate playing in difficult key signatures, and to let you easily match the pitch of the keyboard to ...
Page 22 - Touch Sensitivity
Selecting & Playing Voices NP-30/YNP-25 Owner’s Manual 22 Touch Sensitivity You can adjust the volume level that changes depending on how fast or strong you hit the keys. The following four settings are available. Setting the Touch Sensitivity Type While holding down the [GRAND PIANO] button, pr...
Page 23 - Connecting MIDI Instruments; About MIDI; MIDI’s Capability; Transferring MIDI data to and from a computer
Connecting MIDI Instruments NP-30/YNP-25 Owner’s Manual 23 Connecting MIDI Instruments The NP-30/YNP-25 features MIDI IN/OUT terminals, allowing you to connect the NP-30/YNP-25 to other instruments and devices—including computers—and take advantage of the various perfor-mance and recording capabilit...
Page 24 - Connecting a Personal Computer
Connecting MIDI Instruments NP-30/YNP-25 Owner’s Manual 24 Connecting a Personal Computer By connecting a computer to the MIDI terminals, you can transfer data between the NP-30/YNP-25 and the computer via MIDI. CAUTION When connecting the NP-30/YNP-25 to a computer, first turn off the power to both...
Page 25 - MIDI Functions; MIDI Transmit/Receive Channel Selection
MIDI Functions NP-30/YNP-25 Owner’s Manual 25 MIDI Functions You can make detailed adjustments to MIDI settings. MIDI Transmit/Receive Channel Selection In any MIDI control setup, the MIDI channels of the transmitting and receiving devices must be matched for proper data transfer. This parameter ena...
Page 26 - Program Change ON/OFF
MIDI Functions NP-30/YNP-25 Owner’s Manual 26 Program Change ON/OFF Normally the NP-30/YNP-25 will respond to MIDI program change numbers received from an external keyboard or other MIDI device, causing the same numbered voice to be selected on the corresponding channel (the keyboard voice does not ...
Page 27 - Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting NP-30/YNP-25 Owner’s Manual 27 Troubleshooting Optional Equipment Foot Pedal (FC3/FC4/FC5)Keyboard Stand (L-2C)USB-MIDI interface (UX16 )Headphones (HPE-150/HPE-30) Problem Possible Cause and Solution The NP-30/YNP-25 does not turn on. The NP-30/YNP-25 has not been plugged in properl...
Page 28 - MIDI Data Format
NP-30/YNP-25 Owner’s Manual 28 MIDI Data Format If you’re already very familiar with MIDI, or are using a computer to control your music hardware with computer-generated MIDI messages, the data provided in this section can help you to control the NP-30/YNP-25. 1. NOTE ON/OFF Data format: [9nH] ->...
Page 32 - MIDI Implementation Chart; Portamento Control
NP-30/YNP-25 Owner’s Manual 32 MIDI Implementation Chart Transmitted Function Recognized Remarks Basic Channel Note Number : True voice Velocity After Touch Pitch Bend Control Change Mode Default Changed Note ON Note OFF Key's Ch's 0,32 1 7 10 11 6,38 64 66,67 84 91,94 96-97 100-101 1 1 - 16 Ø 9nH,v...
Page 33 - Reset
NP-30/YNP-25 Owner’s Manual 33 Prog Change : True # System Exclusive Common : Song Pos. : Song Sel. : Tune System : Clock Real Time : Commands : All Sound Off Aux : Reset All Cntrls : Local ON/OFF Mes- : All Notes OFF sages: Active Sense : Reset Notes: Ø 0 - 127 ************** ˛ ˛ ˛ Ø Ø Ø Ø ˛ Ø Ø ˛ ...
Page 34 - Specifications
NP-30/YNP-25 Owner’s Manual 34 Specifications • When an optional FC3 Foot Pedal is connected, the half pedal effect can be used. • 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 ...
Page 35 - Index
Index NP-30/YNP-25 Owner’s Manual 35 Index C Combining Voices (Dual)...............................................19 Connecting a Personal Computer ..................................24 D DC IN 12V .......................................................................11 Default setting ...............
