NU1XA Owner's Manual

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Before using this instrument, be sure to read “PRECAUTIONS” on pages 4–5.

NOTICE
To avoid the possibility of malfunction/ damage to the product, damage to data, or damage to other property, follow the notices below.

Handling
Do not connect this product to a public Wi-Fi and/or Internet service directly. Only connect this product to the Internet through a router with strong password protections. Consult your router manufacturer for information on optimum security practices. 
Do not use this product in the vicinity of a TV, radio, stereo equipment, mobile phone, or other electric devices. Otherwise, this product or the other device may generate noise. 
When you use the product along with an app on your smart device, such as a smartphone or tablet, we recommend that you enable “Airplane Mode” on the device to avoid noise caused by communication. When turning on airplane mode, Wi-Fi or Bluetooth® settings may be turned off. Make sure that the setting is turned on before use.
Do not expose the product 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 disfiguration, damage to the internal components or unstable operation. (Verified operating temperature range: 5° – 40°C, or 41° – 104°F.)
Do not place vinyl, plastic or rubber objects on the product, since this might discolor the product.
Bumping the surface of the product with metal, porcelain, or other hard objects can cause the finish to crack or peel. Use caution.

Maintenance
When cleaning the product, use a soft and dry (or slightly damp) cloth. Do not use paint thinners, solvents, alcohol, cleaning fluids, or chemical-impregnated wiping cloths.
Gently remove dust and dirt with a soft cloth. Do not wipe too hard since small particles of dirt can scratch the instrument's finish.
During extreme changes in temperature or humidity, condensation may occur and water may collect on the surface of the product. If water is left, the wooden parts may absorb the water and be damaged. Make sure to wipe any water off immediately with a soft cloth.

Saving data
Some of the data of this instrument (page 92) and the Song data saved to the internal memory of this instrument (page 46) are retained when the power is turned off. However, the saved data may be lost due to some failure, an operation mistake, etc. Save your important data onto USB flash drive or an external device such as a computer (pages 60, 92). Before using a USB flash drive, make sure to refer to page 64.
To protect against data loss through USB flash drive damage, we recommend that you save your important data onto spare USB flash drive or an external device such as a computer as backup data.
Information

About copyrights
The copyright of the “content”*1 installed in this product belongs to Yamaha Corporation or its copyright holder. Except as permitted by copyright laws and other relevant laws, such as copying for personal use, it is prohibited to “reproduce or divert”*2 without the permission of the copyright holder. When using the content, consult with a copyright expert. 
If you create music or perform with the contents through the original use of the product, and then record and distribute them, the permission of Yamaha Corporation is not required regardless of whether the distribution method is paid or free of charge.
*1:  The word “content” includes a computer program, audio data, Accompaniment Style data, MIDI data, waveform data, voice recording data, music score, and score data, etc.
*2:  The phrase “reproduce or divert” includes taking out the content itself in this product, or recording and distributing it without changes in a similar manner.

About functions/data bundled with the product
Some of the preset songs have been edited for length or arrangement, and may not be exactly the same as the original.
The bitmap fonts used in this product have been provided by and are the property of Ricoh Co., Ltd.

About this manual
The illustrations and LCD screens as shown in this manual are for instructional purposes only.
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft® Corporation in the United States and other countries.
Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance®.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Yamaha Corporation is under license. 
The company names and product names in this manual are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

Tuning
Unlike an acoustic piano, this instrument does not need to be tuned by an expert (although the pitch can be user-adjusted to match other instruments). 
However, since the keyboard mechanism of this instrument is the same as that of an actual piano, the mechanism may change over years of use. If this occurs or causes problems in performance, contact your Yamaha dealer. 


Transporting/Installing
If you move to another location, transport the instrument horizontally. Do not subject the instrument to excessive vibration or shock. 

CAUTION
When moving the instrument, always hold the bottom of the keyboard unit and the handgrips of the rear side. Be sure not to hold the headphone jack box. Improper handling can result in damage to the instrument or personal injury.

NOTICE
When moving the instrument, rotate the adjuster until it separates from the floor surface. Failure to do so may damage the floor surface.

Place the instrument away from the wall by at least 10 cm to optimize and enhance the sound effect. If you find the instrument shaky or unstable after installing, insert the included felt strips. For details, refer to the instructions supplied with the felt strips. 


Contents

PRECAUTIONS	4
NOTICE	6
Information	6
Transporting/Installing	7
About the Manuals	9
Supplied with the instrument	9
Available on the website	9
Included Accessories	9
Features	10

Panel Controls and Terminals	12
Overview	12
Control Panel	13

Playing the Keyboard	14
Opening/Closing the Fallboard and the Music Rest	14
Turning the Power On/Off	15
Adjusting the Master Volume	17
Using Headphones	17
Using the Pedals	18

Basic Operations	20

Enjoying the Piano Performance	22
Selecting two Grand Piano Voices from the panel directly	22
Customizing the Sound and the Touch Sensitivity of Piano Voices (Piano Room)	23

Playing Various Musical Instrument Sounds (Voices)	26
Selecting Voices	26
Listening to the Voice Demos	28
Enhancing and Customizing the Sound	29
Playing Duo	32
Using the Metronome	34

Playing Back Songs	36
Song Playback	37
Playing a One-hand Part — Part Cancel Function (MIDI Songs)	40
Playing Back a Song Repeatedly	41
Adjusting the Volume Balance	44
Useful Playback Functions	45

Recording Your Performance	46
Recording Methods	46
Quick MIDI Recording	47
MIDI Recording — Independent Tracks	49
MIDI Recording to the USB Flash Drive	51
Audio Recording to the USB Flash Drive	52
Other Recording Techniques	53

Handling Song Files	57
Song Types and File Operation Limitations	57
Basic Song File Operation	58
Deleting Song Files — Delete	59
Copying Song Files — Copy	60
Moving Song Files — Move	60
Converting a MIDI Song to an Audio Song during Playback — MIDI to Audio	61
Renaming Song Files — Rename	61

Connecting to Other Devices	62
Connectors	62
Connecting to an Audio Player ([AUX IN] jack)	63
Using an External Speaker System for Playback (AUX OUT [L/L+R]/[R] jacks)	63
Connecting USB Devices ([USB TO DEVICE] Terminal)	64
Connecting External MIDI Devices (MIDI Terminals)	65
Connecting to a Computer	65
Connecting to a Smart Device	67
Using the Smart Device App “Smart Pianist”	70

Detailed Settings (Menu Display)	76
Common Operations in the Menu Displays	76
Voice Menu	77
Song Menu	81
Metronome Menu	84
Recording Menu	84
System Menu	85

Appendix	94
Voice List	94
Song List	97
Message List	98
Troubleshooting	100
Specifications	102
Index	104


Thank you for purchasing this Yamaha AvantGrand!
This instrument is a hybrid piano that combines Yamaha know-how accumulated over many years of making acoustic pianos with innovative digital technology.
In order to make the most of the performance potential and features of the instrument, please read the manuals thoroughly, and keep them in a handy place for later reference.


About the Manuals
This instrument has the following manuals.

Supplied with the instrument

Owner’s Manual (this book)
Explains the functions of the instrument and how to use it.

Available on the website

Smart Pianist User Guide
Explains how to connect a smart device to use the smart device app “Smart Pianist” (page 70) with linking this instrument.

Computer-related Operations
Explains how to connect this instrument to a computer and how to send and receive data.

MIDI Reference
Contains the MIDI-related information.

To obtain these manuals, access the Yamaha website below: 

Yamaha Downloads 
https://download.yamaha.com/

Enter the model name for searching the desired manuals.


Included Accessories
Owner’s Manual (this book) 	×1
“50 Classical Music Masterpieces” (Music Book)	×1
Online Member Product Registration	×1
Felt key cover 	×1
AC adaptor*	×1
Power cord*	×1
Headphone hanger	×1
See page 17 for installation instructions.
Attachment screws for headphone hanger	×2
Felt strip set 	×1
To be used if the main unit is wobbly or unstable. For details, refer to the instructions supplied with the felt strips.
Bench*	×1

* May not be included depending on your area. Check with your Yamaha dealer.


Smart device application –“Smart Pianist” (page 70)
The Smart Pianist app not only gives you convenient and intuitive operation of the built-in functions, such as Voice selection and metronome control from your smart device, but also lets you view the sheet music of the built-in Songs and Songs you’ve recorded on the screen.
https://www.yamaha.com/2/apps/

For details on how to use the app, refer to the “Smart Pianist User Guide” on the website.


Features
The AvantGrand NU1XA is the culmination of over 100 years of piano-making experience combined the latest technology. Enjoy the uniquely satisfying experience of playing an acoustic piano along with advanced digital features to your heart’s content.

Full-scale piano performance

Dedicated upright piano action for authentic playing comfort
The AvantGrand NU1XA is equipped with a special upright piano action identical to that of an acoustic piano, where the action is triggered when the keys are played and the hammers move. This allows you to enjoy a wide range of playing styles and expressive techniques, from delicate to powerful, as if you were playing an actual acoustic piano.

Two world-renowned concert grand pianos	 page 22
All models feature piano sounds created with samples of the Yamaha CFX flagship concert grand piano and the famed Vienna-made Bösendorfer grand piano. The sound of the Yamaha CFX is powerful, sparkling and with a rich bass resonance. On the other hand, the Bösendorfer sound is soft and deep in the mid to bass range and beautiful for pianissimo parts. You can select the one that best matches the music you want to play.
* Bösendorfer is a subsidiary company of Yamaha.

Piano Room feature for adjusting touch and resonance	 page 23
From the Piano Room displays, you can adjust various parameters such as string resonance and touch response. You can also listen to the demo for VRM, which reproduces luxurious string and soundboard resonance, and the demo for Grand Expression Modeling, which recreates the subtle changes in the sound that respond to your touch.

VRM effect for reproducing the distinctive reverberation of a grand piano
The VRM function on all models simulates the luscious resonance effect on acoustic pianos—where the sound of one string causes sympathetic vibration in other strings and the soundboard. You can vary the sound expressively by changing the timing of your pressing the keys, and the timing and depth of your pressing the pedal.

Grand Expression Modeling for superbly expressive sound
On an actual acoustic piano, subtle changes in the sound can be produced by changing your playing touch from when you press a key to when you release it. The Grand Expression Modeling technology recreates these subtle changes in the sound that respond to your touch. This allows you to add accents by playing strongly or add resonance by playing softly to produce superbly expressive sound.

Realistic feeling of being immersed in the sound
—even when using headphones	 page 18
When headphones are connected, the sounds of the CFX and Bösendorfer automatically switch to binaural sampling sound—which gives the impression of being immersed in the sound, as if it was actually emanating from the piano. When other piano Voices are selected, the Stereophonic Optimizer effect reproduces a natural sound distance.


Convenient performance functions

Preset Songs for effective practicing	 page 36
Also built into this instrument are 50 classical music masterpieces, plus 303 lesson Songs for mastering the piano. You can simply enjoy listening to these built-in Songs, or use them for separate right-hand/left-hand practicing.* The 303 lesson Songs consist of practice pieces taken from various standard piano instruction manuals, including “The Virtuoso Pianist.”
*The part on/off function is available only for MIDI songs that have both right- and left-hand parts.

Two recording methods	 page 46
The instrument lets you save your performance to internal memory or a commercially available USB flash drive. You can record your performance using one of two methods, MIDI or Audio recording, according to your needs. MIDI recording is ideal for making independent tracks—for example, recording a right-hand part to Track 1 first, and then a left-hand part to Track 2—allowing you to create pieces that would be difficult to play live with both hands together. Audio recording on the other hand, saves recorded data in stereo, CD-quality WAV format to a USB flash drive, for storing to computer and playing on portable music players.

Connecting to a Smart Device	 page 67
By connecting this instrument to a smart device such as smart phone or tablet, you can enjoy compatible smart device apps. In addition, you can input the audio from a Bluetooth-equipped device such as a smart device to this instrument* and hear it through the built-in speakers of the instrument.
* The instrument is equipped with Bluetooth functionality. However, the country where the product was purchased may not support Bluetooth. See page 67 for details.


Fortepiano Voices—authentic classical period piano sounds 
All models feature authentic sounds created with samples of actual fortepianos—pianos which were made in the era of Mozart, Beethoven and Chopin. Enjoy performing with the actual sounds used in the era that classical music masterpieces were composed.
Refer to page 26 for selecting Voices.
*The fortepiano shown in the picture is from the collection of at the Hamamatsu Museum of Musical Instruments.


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