Yamaha P115 Manual

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Owner’s Manual
Before using the instrument, be sure to read “PRECAUTIONS” on pages 5 – 6. 
						

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OBSERVERA!Apparaten kopplas inte ur växelströmskällan (nätet) så länge 
som den ar ansluten till vägguttaget, även om själva apparaten 
har stängts av.
ADVARSEL: Netspændingen til dette apparat er IKKE 
afbrudt, sålænge netledningen sidder  i en stikkontakt, som er 
tændt — også selvom der er slukket på apparatets afbryder.
VAROITUS: Laitteen toisiopiiriin kytketty käyttökytkin ei irroita 
koko laitetta verkosta.
(standby) 
						

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The model number, serial number, power require-
ments, etc., may be found on or near the name plate, 
which is at the bottom of the unit. You should note this 
serial number in the space provided below and retain 
this manual as a permanent record of your purchase 
to aid identification in the event of theft.
Model No. 
Serial No.
(bottom_en_01)
Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment
This symbol on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic 
products should not be mixed with general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products , please take them to applicable collection points, in 
accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC.
By disposing of these products correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative 
effects on human health and the environment which coul d otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling.
For more information about collection and recycling of old prod ucts, please contact your local municipality, your waste 
disposal service or the point of  sale where you purchased the items. 
[For business users in the European Union]
If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please c ontact your dealer or supplier for further information.
[Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union]
This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wis h to discard these items, please contact your local authorities 
or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
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PRECAUTIONS
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING
Please keep this manual in a safe and handy place for future reference.
For AC adaptor
 WARNING
• This AC adaptor is designed for use with only Yamaha electronic instruments. Do 
not use for any other purpose.
• Indoor use only. Do not use in any wet environments.
 CAUTION
• When setting up, make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. If some  trouble or malfunction occurs, immediately turn off the power switch of the 
instrument and disconnect the AC adaptor from the outlet. When the AC adaptor 
is connected to the AC outlet, keep in mind that electricity is flowing at the 
minimum level, even if the power switch is turned off. When you are not using 
the instrument for a long time, make sure to unplug the power cord from the wall 
AC outlet.
For P-115
 WARNING
Always follow the basic precau tions 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:
• Do not place the power cord near heat sources such as heaters or radiators. Also, 
do not excessively bend or otherwise damage the cord, or place heavy objects on 
it.
• 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 (page 25) 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.
• This instrument contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not open the instrument  or attempt to disassemble or modify the  internal components in any way. If it 
should appear to be malfunctioning, discontinue use immediately and have it 
inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.
• Do not expose the instrument to rain,  use it near water or in damp or wet 
conditions, or place on it any containers  (such as vases, bottles or glasses) 
containing liquids which might spill into any openings. If any liquid such as 
water seeps into the instrument, turn of f the power immediately and unplug the 
power cord from the AC outlet. Then have  the instrument inspected by qualified 
Yamaha service personnel.
• 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.
• When one of the following problems occur, immediately turn off the power switch  and disconnect the electric plug from the outlet. Then have the device inspected 
by Yamaha service personnel.
- The power cord or plug becomes frayed or damaged.
- It emits unusual  smells or smoke.
- Some object has been dropped into the instrument.
- There is a sudden loss of sound during use of the instrument.
Power supply/AC adaptor
Do not open
Water warning
Fire warning
If you notice any abnormality
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 CAUTION
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 precautio ns include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Do not connect the instrument to an electrical outlet using a multiple-connector. 
Doing so can result in lower sound quality, or possibly cause overheating in the 
outlet.
• When removing the electric plug from the instrument or an outlet, always hold  the plug itself and not the cord. Pulling by the cord can damage it.
• Remove the electric plug from the outlet whe n the instrument is not to be used for 
extended periods of time, or during electrical storms.
• Do not place the instrument in an unstable position where it might accidentally  fall over.
• Before moving the instrument, remove all connected cables, to prevent damage  to the cables or injury to anyone who might trip over them.
• When setting up the product, make sure that  the AC outlet you are using is easily 
accessible. If some trouble or malfunction occurs, immediately turn off the power 
switch and disconnect the plug from the outlet. Even when the power switch is 
turned off, electricity is still flowing to  the product at the minimum level. When 
you are not using the product for a long  time, make sure to unplug the power 
cord from the wall AC outlet.
• Use only the stand specified for the instrument. When attaching it, use the  provided screws only. Failure to do so could cause damage to the internal 
components or result in the instrument falling over. • Before connecting the instrument to othe
r electronic components, turn off the 
power for all components. Before turning the power on or off for all components, 
set all volume levels to minimum.
• Be sure to set the volumes of all components at their minimum levels and  gradually raise the volume controls wh ile playing the instrument to set the 
desired listening level.
• Do not insert a finger or hand in any gaps on the instrument. 
• Never insert or drop paper, metallic, or other objects into the gaps on the panel or  keyboard. This could cause physical injury to you or others, damage to the 
instrument or other property, or operational failure.
• 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.
• Do not use the instrument/device or headphones for a long 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.
Always turn the power off when the instrument is not in use. 
Even when the [ ] (Standby/On) switch is in standby status (power lamp is off), electricity is still flowing to the instrument a t the minimum level. 
When you are not using the instrument for a long time, make sure you unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet.
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 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. When you use the instrume nt along with an application on your 
iPad, iPhone or iPod touch, we recommend that you set “Airplane Mode” to “ON” 
on that device in order to avoid noise caused by communication. 
• Do 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 disfigura tion, 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 instrument, since this might  discolor the panel or keyboard.
 Maintenance• When cleaning the instrument, use a soft cloth. Do not use paint thinners, 
alcohol, solvents, cleaning fluids, or  chemical-impregnated wiping cloths.
Saving data• Some types of data (page 24) will be stored in internal memory, and maintained 
even if the power is turned off. However, the data could be lost due to malfunction 
or incorrect operation. Save important data to a computer.
Information
 About copyrights• Copying of the commercially available musical data including but not limited to 
MIDI data and/or audio data  is strictly prohibited except for your personal use.
• This product incorporates and bundles computer programs and contents in which  Yamaha owns copyrights or with respect  to which it has license to use others' 
copyrights.  Such copyrighted materials include, without limitation, all computer 
software, style files, MIDI files, WAVE da ta, musical scores and sound recordings. 
Any unauthorized use of such programs and contents outside of personal use is 
not permitted under relevant laws.  An y violation of copyright has legal 
consequences.  DON’T MAKE, DIST RIBUTE OR USE ILLEGAL COPIES.
About functions/data bundled with the instrument• Some of the preset songs have been edited for length or arrangement, and may 
not be exactly the same as the original.
 About this manual• The illustrations as shown in this manual are for instructional purposes only, and 
may appear somewhat different fr om those on your instrument.
• iPad, iPhone and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S.  and other countries.
• The company names and product names in this manual are the trademarks or  registered trademarks of their respective companies.
 Tu n i n g• 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). This is 
because the pitch of digital instrume nts is always maintained perfectly.
Power supply/AC adaptor
Location
Connections
Handling caution
Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage  caused by improper use or modifications to the instrument, or data that is lost or  destroyed.
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Contents
PRECAUTIONS ...................................................... 5
With this instrument, you can: ................................. 7
About the Manuals .................................................. 8
Accessories............................................................. 8
Introduction
Panel Controls and Terminals9
Setting Up10
Power Requirements ............................................ 10
Turning the Power On/Off ..................................... 10
Auto Power Off Function ....................................... 10
Setting the Volume................................................ 11
Setting the Operation Confirmation Sounds ......... 11
Using Headphones ............................................... 11
Using a Footswitch................................................ 12
Using the Optional Pedal Unit ............................... 12
Reference
Selecting & Playing Voices 13
Selecting a Voice .................................................. 13
Strengthening the Overall Sound (Sound Boost) .. 13
Layering Two Voices (Dual) .................................. 13
Splitting the Keyboard (Split) ................................ 14
Playing Duo........................................................... 15
Setting Various Items For Performances 16
Playing Back Songs 17
Listening to the Voice Demo Songs ...................... 17
Listening to the 50 Piano Songs 
(Preset Songs) .................................................. 17
Using the Metronome/Rhythm 18
Selecting a Beat (Time Signature)......................... 18
Selecting a Rhythm ............................................... 18
Adjusting the Tempo.............................................. 18
Adjusting the Volume............................................. 18
Adding Accompaniment to Your Performance 
(Pianist Styles)19
Recording Your Performance 20
Quick Recording .................................................... 20
Recording Independently to Two Parts ................. 20
Deleting the User Song ......................................... 21
Changing the Initial Settings of the Recorded Song.. 21
Song Playback and Practice of Each Part 22
Connecting Other Equipment 23
Connecting External Speakers .............................. 23
Connecting an iPad or iPhone ............................... 23
Connecting to a computer ..................................... 24
Data Backup and Initializing 24
Appendix
Troubleshooting25
Specifications25
List 26
Index27
Quick Operation Guide 28
With this instrument, you can:
Enjoy the feel of an authentic  piano action with the Graded Ha mmer Standard (GHS) keyboard.
 Listen to the 50 Piano Preset Songs, or practice these preset songs by playing each part separately 
(pages 17 and 22).
 Feel like a pro with the “Pianist Style” feature  that automatically adds accompaniment when you 
simply press a chord on the keyboard, and with the “Rhythms” feature that adds rhythmic arpeg-
gios to your performance (pages 18 and 19).
 Practice effectively by using the built-in recorder and metronome (page 18).
 Enjoy easy operation by connecting your iPhone, iPad  or iPod touch. To use this, you'll need to 
install the “Digital Piano Controller” app lication (free for download; see page 23). 
						

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Thank you for purchasing this Yamaha Digital Piano!
We recommend that you read this manual carefully  so that you can fully take advantage of the 
advanced and convenient functions of the instrument.
We also recommend that you keep  this manual in a safe and handy place for future reference.
Accessories
• Owner’s Manual
•AC Adaptor*
• Warranty*
• Online Member Product Registration**
• Footswitch
* May not be included depending on your particular area. Please check with 
your Yamaha dealer.
** The PRODUCT ID on the sheet will be needed when you fill out the User  Registration form.
•Music Rest
Insert into the slot
This instrument has the following documents and instructional materials.
Included Documents
Owner’s Manual (this book)
Quick Operation Guide (pages 28 to 29)
Shows in chart form the functions assigned to the buttons and the keyboard for quick understand-
ing.
Online Materials (PDF) iPhone/iPad Connection Manual
Explains how to connect the instrument to smart devices, such iPhone, iPad, etc.
Computer-related Operations
Contains instructions about computer-related functions.
MIDI Reference
Contains MIDI-related information.
MIDI Basics (only in English, French, German and Spanish)
Contains basic explanations about what MIDI is and can do.
To obtain these manuals, access the Yamaha Downloads website. Select your country, enter “P-115” in the Model 
Name box, then click [Search].
About the Manuals
Yamaha Downloads
http://download.yamaha.com/ 
						

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Panel Controls and Terminals
q[ ] (Standby/On) switch ......................page 10
For turning the power on or setting to standby.
w[MASTER VOLUME] slider .................... page 11
For adjusting the volume of the entire sound.
e[DEMO/SONG] button ...........................page 17
For playing the Demo Songs and the Preset Songs.
rTEMPO [ ][ ]/SELECT [ ][ ]buttons
................................................................page 17
For selecting a Song during playback, adjusting the 
tempo, and selecting the Song part for recording 
and playback.
t [METRONOME/RHYTHM] button..........page 18
For starting or stopping the metronome or rhythm.
y[PIANIST STYLE] button .......................page 19
For using the Pianist Styles.
u[REC] button ......................................... page 20
For recording your keyboard performance.
i[PLAY] button ....................................... page 20
For playing back the recorded performance.
oVoice buttons......................................... page 13
For switching the Voice between those printed 
above and below the line. 
For selecting a Voice or two Voices played simulta-
neously, such as Piano and Organ.
!0[USB TO HOST] terminal ......................page 24
For connecting to a computer or a smart device 
such as iPhone or iPad.
!1[SUSTAIN] jack ...................................... page 12
For connecting the included footswitch, an 
optional footswitch and foot pedal.
!2[PEDAL UNIT] jack ................................ page 12
For connecting an optional pedal unit.
!3AUX OUT [R][L/L+R] jacks ...................page 23
For connecting external audio equipment. 
!4DC IN jack .............................................. page 10
For connecting the power adaptor.
!5[PHONES] jacks .................................... page 11
For connecting a set of standard stereo head-
phones.
!3 !4
!2!1
!0
!5
qwerty
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C0C1 C2 C3C4C5 C6C7A-1
Built-in SpeakersSpeakers are built into the instrument at the bottom. Though you can 
enjoy playing the instrument even when putting it on a desk or table, 
we recommend that you use an optional keyboard stand for better 
sound.
Shows the jacks and terminals as seen when viewed from the rear of the instrument.
Introduction 
						

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Setting Up
Connect the AC adaptor plugs in the following order.
For the Power Adaptor with a Removable Plug
Do not remove the plug from the power adaptor. If the 
plug is removed accidentally, slide the plug into place 
without touching the metallic parts, and then push the 
plug in completely until it clicks.q
Set the volume to the minimum.
w Press the [ ] (Standby/On) button to turn on the 
power.
When the power is supplied to the instrument, the 
power lamp located on the left of the power switch 
is turned on. While playing the keyboard, adjust 
the volume level by using the [MASTER VOL-
UME] slider. To turn off the power, press the [ ] 
(Standby/On) switch again for a second. 
To prevent unnecessary power consumption, this 
function automatically turns the power off if no but-
tons or keys are operated for approximately 30 min-
utes. If desired, you can disable or enable this 
function. 
To disable the Auto Power Off function: 
When the instrument is turned off: 
While holding down the lowest key (A-1), press the 
[ ] (Standby/On) switch to turn on the power so that 
the power indicator flashes three times, after which 
the Auto Power Off function is disabled. 
When the instrument is turned on: 
While holding down [METRONOME/RHYTHM] 
and [PIANIST STYLE] simultaneously, press the 
lowest key (A-1).
Power Requirements
• Use the specified adaptor (page 25) only. Using the  wrong adaptor can result in damage to the instrument 
or overheating.
• When setting up the product, make sure that the AC  outlet you are using is easily accessible. If some trou-
ble or malfunction occurs , immediately turn off the 
power switch and disconnect the plug from the outlet.
• To disconnect the power adaptor, press the [ ] (Standby/On) switch and  carry out the above procedure in reverse order.
• Make sure to keep the plug attached to the AC adaptor.  Using the plug alone can cause electric shock or fire.
• Never touch the metallic section when attaching the  plug. To avoid electric shock, short circuit or damage, 
also be careful that there is no dust between the AC 
adaptor and plug.
AC Adaptor AC Outlet 
DC IN jack 
(page 9)
* The shape of the plug and outlet differs depending on locale.
q w
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTE
Plug
Slide the plug as 
indicated
* The shape of the plug differs depending on locale.
WARNING
Turning the Power On/Off
• Even when the power switch is turned off, electricity is  still flowing to the product at the minimum level. When 
you are not using the product for a long time, make 
sure to unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet.
Auto Power Off Function
q w
CAUTION
A-1
A-1