Names Of the Parts, Controls, and Connectors

Easy Guitar

Owners Manual

w Display

Displays the value of the parameter being edited, as well as the currently selected tempo.

e [BALANCE] Button

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Allows adjustment of the volume balance between the played sound and the accompaniment song sound.

r [TUNING] Button

Allows overall tuning of the EZ-EG in semitone increments, as well as selection of one of the EZ-EGs alternative tunings: in addition to standard guitar tuning the EZ-EG provides drop-D, open-D, open-G, and open-E tunings.
Thank you for choosing a Yamaha Easy Guitar (EZ-EG)! For maximum performance and enjoyment, please read this owners manual carefully before using your EZ-EG. When youre done reading the manual, please store it in a safe place along with the warranty card for future reference.
G Supplied Accessories Please check to make sure that you have the following accessories:
Tremolo Arm Strap C-Clip x 2 Pick AC Power Adaptor USB-MIDI Interface UX16 Safety Precautions Document EZ-EG Song Chord Chart, Warranty Card

t [TEMPO] Button

Allows the song tempo to be set from q=32 through q=280.

q Frets

y [CAPO] Button
Allows the position of the EZ-EGs virtual capo to be specied.

Power Supply

You can use either the supplied AC power adaptor or batteries to power your EZ-EG, but we recommend that you use the AC adaptor whenever possible.
The EZ-EG frets 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 an entire column of frets will glow at the capo position.

u [SONG] Button

Allows any of the 18 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-EG.

i [SOUND] Button

Allows selection of any of the EZ-EGs 20 instrument sounds.
Using the AC Power Adaptor
q Make sure that the EZ-EG power switch is set to the STANDBY position. w Plug the DC plug of the AC Adaptor into the DC IN 9V jack on the EZ-EG. e Plug the AC Adaptor into a convenient AC wall outlet.
When powering the EZ-EG from the AC mains use only the supplied PA-D09 AC Power Adaptor! The use of other adaptors can result in overheating and damage, and can pose a re hazard. Damage caused by using an AC adaptor other than the one supplied with the EZ-EG is not covered by the warranty. When youre not using the EZ-EG, or when there is danger of a lightning strike, be sure to unplug the AC adaptor from the AC mains.

Using Batteries

q Place the EZ-EG face-down (string-side down) on a soft surface, and remove the battery compartment cover. w Install six 1.5-volt AA size, R6P or equivalent batteries in the battery compartment, making sure the polarities (i.e. the + and - ends of the batteries) are arranged as shown in the diagram. e Close the battery compartment cover.
If batteries are installed and the AC power adapter is connected to the EZ-EG, the AC power adaptor supplies power to the EZ-EG rather than the batteries. Alkali type batteries are recommended for maximum battery life and performance.

w Control Section

This section includes the controls for the EZ-EGs many features and functions (details in Control Section, below).

o [DEMO] Button

Starts and stops song playback.

e Strings

The strings can be played either with a pick or nger style. Strings that are sounding can be muted by lightly touching the strings with the right hand while touching the metal section on the back of the neck with the left hand.
!0 [STRUM], [CHORD], [BOTH] Buttons
Starts playback of the selected song using the corresponding playback method.

r Tremolo Arm

The tremolo arm can be used to raise or lower the pitch of strings that are sounding. Lift the arm away from the body to raise the pitch, or lower it toward the body to lower the pitch.

Connectors

Attaching the Tremolo Arm
(DC IN 9V ) AC Adaptor PA-D09
It is a good idea to change the batteries before they run too low to maintain proper operation. When the batteries run low the output volume of the EZ-EG will be reduced, the sound may become distorted, and the displays may not light properly. Please keep the following points in mind when changing batteries:

Be sure to observe the +/- polarity markings, and install the batteries with the proper orientation. Improper battery orientation can result in overheating, uid leakage, and possibly re. Always replace all six batteries at the same time. Dont mix old batteries with new. All batteries must also be of the same type never mix alkaline and manganese batteries, batteries from different manufacturers, or different types of batteries even if they are from the same manufacturer. Doing so can result in overheating, uid leakage, and possibly re.
Screw the threaded end of the tremolo arm clockwise into the arm hole on the EZ-EG bridge. Screw the arm in until it stops, then rotate it back (counterclockwise) to a comfortable playing position.
q MIDI IN/MIDI OUT Connectors

t [VOLUME] Control

Adjusts the overall volume level. Rotate clockwise to increase the volume, or counterclockwise to decrease the volume.
These connectors can be used to connect the EZ-EG to other MIDI gear or a computer using standard MIDI cables.

y [STANDBY/ON] Control

This is the EZ-EG power switch. Rotate to the ON position to turn the power on, or to the STANDBY position to turn the power off.

w 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-EG to an audio system, television, or instrument amplier.
Remove the batteries from the instrument if you wont be using it for an extended period of time. If the batteries are left installed they will gradually run down, and may possibly leak uid that can damage the instrument.

Control Section

e DC IN 9V Jack
The supplied AC Power Adaptor (PA-D09) can be connected here.
Make sure that power to all external devices is OFF when connecting the EZ-EG to avoid possible electric shock and damage to the equipment. Also, start with all volume controls turned down to minimum to prevent possible damage to speakers and other playback equipment.

Connections

Computer USB-MIDI Interface MIDI OUT Connector RCA Pin Plugs Stereo Mini Plug DC IN 9V Connector MIDI IN Connector To AC wall socket AC Power Adaptor USB Connector

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Headphones
Attaching the Strap and C-Clip
After slipping the ends of the supplied strap over the strap pins on the EZ-EG body, secure the strap by sliding a C-clip under the head of each strap pin between the strap and the head of the strap pin as shown in the illustration.
Attach securely to ensure that the strap does not slip off. Strap Pin C-clip attached.
Standard Phone Plug Powered Speaker

PHONES/OUTPUT Connector

Refer to Connecting To a Computer on the other side for connection details.

q VALUE [+]/[-] Buttons

These buttons are used to select sounds and songs as well as adjust tempo, balance, and other parameters. Press the [+] button once to increment the value by one, or press the [-] button once to decrement the value by one. Holding either button causes continuous incrementing or decrementing in the corresponding direction. Press both the [+] and [-] buttons simultaneously to reset the initial default value for the selected parameter.
Audio System, Television, etc.

C-clip

Playing the EZ-EG
When youre set up and ready, turn on the power and play! Power On & Play
G Using the Tremolo Arm By raising and lowering the tremolo arm you can raise and lower the pitch of notes played. Pressing the arm toward the body lowers the pitch, while lifting the arm away from the body raises the pitch. Use the tremolo arm to add expressive bends to your playing.

Playing the Songs

The EZ-EG features a range of internal songs that you can play along with. Song numbers 1 through 18 are pre-programmed into the EZ-EG. Additional songs can be downloaded from the internet using a computer and loaded into the EZ-EG for playback. Refer to the Connecting to MIDI Devices section for details.

Song List

No. 3 Title FULL CHORUS

Raise Pitch Lower Pitch

Turn on the power & adjust the volume.
Rotate the [STANDBY/ON] switch to the ON position. While playing the EZ-EG strings rotate the [VOLUME] control to set an appropriate volume.

No. 10 11

Title PATTERN West Coast Hillbilly Mersey Beat 8 Beat Stroke-Beat Stroke-Beat Stroke-3

No. 18

Title 8 Beat Stroke-Beat Stroke 3 Finger-Finger-2 Rockn Roll Riff Bossa Nova Jazz

Change the Song Tempo

Playback tempo of the songs can be adjusted from q=32 through q=280 (quarter notes per minute). This can be handy to slow a song down for practice.

Day Tripper Take Me Home Country Roads Stand By Me INTRO A Hard Days Night Michelle
Press the [TEMPO] button.

[VOLUME] Control

[STANDBY/ON] Switch
Make sure that the [VOLUME] control is set to the MIN (minimum) position when turning on the power. Also make sure that external amplication gear is off when turning the EZ-EG power on. Avoid touching the tremolo arm while turning the power on. If the tremolo arm is not in its neutral position while the power is turned on the EZ-EG may not play at the correct pitch. A very small amount of power is used by the EZ-EG when the [STANDBY/ON] switch is in the STANDBY position. Be sure to remove the batteries or unplug the AC Power Adaptor if you will not be using the EZ-EG for an extended period of time. Dont force the STANDBY switch or VOLUME control past their maximum stop positions. The YAMAHA name will scroll across the EZ-EG frets when the power is turned on. You can stop this by simply pressing any fret.

Using the CAPO Function

The EZ-EGs virtual capo functions in the same way as a normal guitar capo, stopping the strings at the specied fret. Some guitar songbooks include capo indications that can make setting this function easy.
The current tempo will appear on the display.
Listen To the Songs and Play Along

Press the [CAPO] button.

The current CAPO position will appear on the display.

Press the [DEMO] button.

Playback of the currently selected song will begin, then the remaining songs will play back in sequence.
Use the [+] and [-] buttons to set the tempo.

Play chords.

Form a chord with your left hand (the frets you press will glow red), then play the strings with your right hand.
The current song number is shown on the display.
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 1 through 10. All fret buttons at the selected fret position will glow.

Press the [+] and [-] buttons simultaneously to reset the default tempo of the song.
Press the [DEMO] button to stop playback.
Listen To a Specied Song and Play Along

Change the Balance

By changing the volume of song playback, you can set the optimum balance between the song and played sounds.
Strings that are sounding can be muted by lightly touching the strings with the right hand while touching the metal section on the back of the neck with the left hand.
The CAPO setting only applies to the played sound (not to the song playback sound). Some songs, however, do have a preset CAPO setting.
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.
Selecting Different Sounds
The EZ-EG includes 20 different guitar, bass, and other instrument sounds. Choose the sound that best suits the song youre playing and your playing style.
Press the [BALANCE] button
The current balance value appears on the display.
Press the [SOUND] button.
The number of the currently selected sound will appear on the display.

Tuning

After pressing the [TUNING] button you can use the [+] and [-] buttons to raise or lower the overall pitch of the EZ-EG in semitone 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-EG in any key to match the range of a singer, for example. The EZ-EG also provides four alternative tunings which can be selected by pressing the [+] button beyond the +12 setting: Drop D, Open D, Open G, and Open E.
The number of semitones tuned or the type of alternative tuning selected will appear on the display.
Press the [DEMO] button to start and stop playback.
Use the [+] and [-] buttons to set the balance.
Adjust the song volume from 0 (minimum) through 127 (maximum) to achieve the ideal balance with the played sound. The initial default song volume setting is 64.

Select a sound number.

Use the [+] and [-] buttons to select the sound you want to play.
After pressing the [DEMO] button to start playback, the [+] and [-] buttons can be used to select a specic 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 repeatedly. Songs loaded from a computer will be stored in memory numbers F-1, F-2, etc. following the pre-programmed song data (1 18), and can be selected using the [+] and [-] buttons in the same way as the pre-programmed songs.
Press the [+] and [-] buttons simultaneously to instantly recall sound number 1.
Press the [+] and [-] buttons simultaneously to reset the default song volume.

Sound List

No. 7 Sound GUITAR Folk Guitar Classic Guitar 12-string Guitar Jazz Guitar Octave Guitar Clean Guitar Mute Guitar 14 No. Sound Overdrive Guitar Distortion Guitar BASS Acoustic Bass Finger Bass Pick Bass Fretless Bass Slap Bass 20 No. 17 Sound Synth Bass Hi-Q Bass Dance Bass OTHERS Banjo Shamisen Piano

Key Control

Drop D

Open D

Open G

Open E

Display

-12-0-12

E B G D A E

E B G D A D

D A F# D A D

D B G D G D

E B G# E B E

1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th

Play Along With the Songs
Try playing along with the songs using the EZ-EGs three play modes: STRUM (right hand), CHORD (left hand), and BOTH (both hands).

PLAY 1:

Connecting To a Computer
The EZ-EG can be connected to a computer via MIDI.
G To connect the EZ-EG to a computer that is equipped with USB connectors use a USB-MIDI interface such as the Yamaha UX16, as shown in the diagram below.
USB-MIDI Interface To the EZ-EG MIDI IN connector. To the EZ-EG MIDI OUT connector. EZ-EG MIDI OUT UX16 Computer USB

I Using the Song Filer

After installing the Song Filer, connect the EZ-EG to your computer. After making the required connections and turning the EZ-EG on it will be possible to transfer song data from the computer to the EZ-EG. Refer to the EZ-EG home page (URL listed above) for online instructions on using the Song Filer. G Loading Data Into the EZ-EG The song le data must be transmitted to the EZ-EG from the computer. Loaded song data will be stored in memory numbers F-1, F-2, etc. following the pre-programmed song data (1 18).

PLAY 2:

PLAY 3:
Play using only your right hand. Great for rhythm practice.
Play using only your left hand. Great for chord practice.
Press the [SONG] button and use the [+] and [-] buttons to select the song you want to play.
The song number will appear on the display.
Press the [SONG] button and use the [+] and [-] buttons to select the song you want to play. Press the [CHORD] button to begin playback in the PLAY 2: CHORD mode.
Once youve mastered the left and right-hand techniques using play modes 1 and 2, try playing using both hands.

MIDI IN

Press the [SONG] button and use the [+] and [-] buttons to select the song you want to play. Press the [BOTH] button to begin playback in the PLAY 3: BOTH mode.
If you use the Yamaha UX16, be sure to install the supplied driver on your computer. G The EZ-EG can be directly connected to a computer that has built-in MIDI connectors via standard MIDI cables, as shown in the diagram below.
To the EZ-EG MIDI OUT MIDI IN connector. To the EZ-EG MIDI OUT connector. MIDI IN

USB-MIDI Interface

Computer
MIDI IN MIDI OUT EZ-EG MIDI OUT MIDI IN Computer
G Deleting Loaded Songs From the EZ-EG Songs can be deleted from the EZ-EG memory from the Song Filer application on the computer.
Song data cannot be transferred from the EZ-EG to a computer. Be sure to save all song data you want to keep on your computer.
Press the [STRUM] button to begin playback in the PLAY 1: STRUM mode.
The song will begin after a one-measure countin. 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-EG strings in this mode has no effect on playback. Press the [CHORD] button again to stop playback.
G To connect the EZ-EG 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.
The song will begin after a one-measure countin. 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.

Turning Local Control On or Off
MIDI Interface MIDI IN MIDI OUT Modem Port MIDI OUT MIDI IN

Macintosh

Local Control determines whether the EZ-EG plays its own internal tone generator (Local Control = 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-EGs 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.
The song will begin after a one-measure countin. Strum the EZ-EG 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 to indicate the ngerings of the chords being played, press the [STRUM] button while simultaneously holding the [SOUND] and [SONG] buttons.
When using a separate MIDI interface with a Macintosh computer 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.
Loading Song Data Into the EZ-EG 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 downloaded from the EZ-EG home page for a small fee. Songs downloaded from the internet can be used in the same way as the pre-programmed EZ-EG songs. Data Specications For the EZ-EG Play Modes
Number of Songs. 99 max. Data.. 480 kilobytes total. Data Format.. 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. If SMF (Standard MIDI File) data is loaded it can be played back, but cannot be used in the PLAY modes.

Simultaneously press the [CAPO] and [TUNING] buttons.
Local control is always ON when the EZ-EG power is initially turned on.
Set local control as required.
Use the [+] and [-] buttons to turn local control on or off as required. [+] turns local control on, while [-] turns it off.
Connecting To MIDI Devices
The EZ-EG features MIDI IN and OUT connectors that can be used to connect to other MIDI devices for expanded musical capabilities. It is also possible to load additional songs downloaded from the internet (URL provided below) into the EZ-EG 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. MIDI IN Connector
Receives MIDI data from external MIDI devices.

Setting the MIDI Clock

Normally EZ-EG song playback is synchronized to its own internal clock. Use this function when you want to synchronize EZ-EG playback to a MIDI clock signal from an external device. Internal Clock (Int) This is the normal setting: EZ-EG song playback is synchronized to its own internal clock. External Clock (Etr) The EZ-EG 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.
Some Example MIDI Applications
Using the EZ-EGs MIDI capabilities you can, for example, transfer performance data between two EZ-EGs, or between an EZ-EG and a MIDIequipped personal computer to load songs into the EZ-EG. Song data cannot be transmitted by the EZ-EG.
G Performance data transferred between two EZ-EGs.

I Install the Song Filer

Access the following web page using a computer connected to the internet and, after reading the online instructions, install the Song Filer application. EZ-EG Home Page Address http://www.yamahamusicsoft.com/ez-eg/
System requirements for using the Song Filer are as follows:
MIDI OUT MIDI IN MIDI IN EZ-EG MIDI OUT EZ-EG

MIDI OUT Connector

Transmits MIDI data to external MIDI devices.

Simultaneously press the [TEMPO] and [BALANCE] buttons.
The clock is always set to Int when the EZ-EG power is initially turned on.
MIDI cables are sold separately and are available from most musical instrument stores that handle electronic music gear. Excessively long MIDI cables can cause data errors. Use MIDI cables that are no longer than 15 meters. Make sure the power to external devices is turned off when connecting the EZ-EG. Then, when the required connections have been made, turn on the external device rst and then the EZ-EG.
G Song data downloaded from the internet can be loaded into the EZ-EG via computer.
[Windows] OS.. Windows 95/98/2000/Me/XP CPU. Pentium/100 MHz or higher RAM. 8 MB or more Hard Disk.. 2 MB or more free Display. 800 x 600, 256 colors or more [Macintosh] OS.. Mac OS 7.5 through 9.2.2 (OS X not supported) CPU. Power PC or greater RAM. 8 MB or more Hard Disk.. 2 MB or more free Display. 800 x 600, 256 colors or more
Set the clock as required.
Use the [+] and [-] buttons to set the clock mode as required. [+] selects Int, while [-] selects Etr.

MIDI OUT

MIDI IN EZ-EG

MIDI OUT Computer

Requirements as of November 2002.
YAMAHA [ Easy Guitar ] Model EZ-EG MIDI Implementation Chart Recognized Date:26-Nov-2002 Version : 1.0 Remarks
*1 EZ-EG functions as a 16-channel multi-timbral tone generator, and incoming 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 Exclusive

Troubleshooting

Problem: No sound. Check: Are the batteries properly installed? Are they run down? Is the VOLUME control turned down? 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-EG will not produce any sound unless Local Control is turned ON. Problem: The displays icker on and off and dont function normally. Check: Are the batteries run down? Problem: Song playback will not start. Check: Is the MIDI clock set to Etr. Try setting it to Int. Problem: The EZ-EG is picking up noise. Check: Are you using the EZ-EG near a mobile phone? Try turning the mobile phone off or moving it further away from the EZ-EG.
Transmitted Function. Basic Channel Mode Note Number Velocity After Touch Pitch Bend 0,6,91,93,94 96,97 100,101 : True # Default Changed Default Messages Altered 1 - 6 x 3 x **************

1 - - x x 0 - - 127

<GM System ON> F0H, 7EH, 7FH, 09H, 01H, F7H This message automatically restores all default settings for the instrument, with the exception of MIDI Master Tuning. <MIDI Master Volume> F0H, 7FH, 7FH, 04H, 01H, ll, mm, F7H This message allows the volume of all channels to be changed simultaneously (Universal System Exclusive). The values of mm is used for MIDI Master Tuning. (Values for ll are ignored.) <MIDI Master Tuning> F0H, 43H, 1nH, 27H, 30H, 00H, 00H, mm, ll, cc, F7H This message simultaneously changes the tuning value of all channels. The values of mm and ll are used for MIDI Master Tuning. The default value of mm and ll are 08H and 00H, respectively. Any values can be used for cc. <EZ-EG Native Parameter Change> F0H, 43H, 7FH, 00H, 00H, ll, mm, nn, F7H The value which ll, mm and nn is Fuction ID, ctr 1 and ctr 2, respectively.
28 - 88 : True voice ************** Note ON Note OFF Key's Ch's o 9nH,v=1-127 o 9nH,v=0 x x o o x x o o x x x x x x o x x x o 0 - 127 ************** o x x x o o x x x x o x *3 *2
o 9nH,v=1-127 o 9nH,v=0 or 8nH x x o o o o o o o o o o o o o x o o o 0 - 127 Bank Select Modulation wheel Data Entry Part Volume Pan Expression Sustain Harmonic Content Release Time Attack Time Brightness Portamento Cntrl Effect Depth RPN Inc,Dec RPN LSB,MSB

Specications

Strings Frets Displays Voices Play Modes Controls Numeric LED display, 6 x 12 fret LEDs 9 guitar, 8 bass, 3 others STRUM (right hand), CHORD (left hand), BOTH (both hands) [STANDBY/ON] switch, [VOLUME] control, tremolo arm, [STRUM] button, [CHORD] button, [BOTH] button, [DEMO] button, [SOUND] button, [SONG] button, [TEMPO] button, [BALANCE] button, [CAPO] button, [TUNING] button, VALUE [+]/[-] buttons 18 (additional songs can be loaded into internal memory from a computer) -300 +300 cents 28 tuning settings in addition to normal DC IN 9V, PHONES/OUTPUT (mini stereo jack), MIDI IN and MIDI OUT 0.7 W (batteries or AC adaptor) Output impedance: cm PA-D09 AC Power Adaptor (supplied) Six 1.5V AA size, R6P or equivalent batteries 6.5 W (using the PA-D09 AC Power Adaptor) 809 x 300 x 72 mm (32" x 11-3/4" x 3") 1.6 kg (3 lbs. 8oz.) (w/o batteries) Tremolo Arm, Strap, C-Clip x 2, Pick, AC Power Adaptor, USB-MIDI Interface UX16, Safety Precautions Document, EZ-EG Song Chord Chart, Warranty Card

Transmitted X

Recognized O Clock Fret Switch on Fret Switch off Fret LED on Fret LED off String Data Switch Data [+]ON [+]OFF [-]ON [-]OFF Switch Data [SOUND]ON [SOUND]OFF [SONG]ON [SONG]OFF (Enter) (Control) Internal Clock External Clock

Function ID 07

ctr 01 str str str str str 01 01
ctr 7F kno kno kno kno vel 7F 00 7F 00 7F 00 7F 00

Control Change

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.
Tremolo Arm Range Tempo Range Balance Range Capo Range Tuning Connectors Maximum Output Power PHONES/OUTPUT Speaker Power Supply Power Consumption Dimensions (w x d x h) Weight Supplied Accessories
str (String number) and kno (Note number) Fret 3B 2D 41 3C 2E 42 3D 2F 2A 3E 3A 2B 3F 3B 2C 40 3C 2D 41 3D 2E 42 3E 2F 43 3F 3A 3B 10 4A 3C 11 4B 3D 12 4C 3E 39 34

Prog Change

String (str) 06
System Exclusive : Song Pos. : Song Sel. : Tune

o x x x o o

Common
*3 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 start) and FCH(song stop) are recognized. *4 Local ON/OFF <Local ON> Bn, 7A, 7F <Local OFF> Bn, 7A, 00 Value for n is ignored
System : Clock Real Time: Commands Aux :All Sound OFF :Reset All Cntrls :Local ON/OFF :All Notes OFF Mes- :Active Sense sages:Reset
* Specications and descriptions in this owners manual are for information purposes only. Yamaha Corp. reserves the right to change or modify products or specications at any time without prior notice. Since specications, equipment or options may not be the same in every locale, please check with your Yamaha dealer.
o(120,126,127) o(121) o(122) o(123-125) o x Mode 2 : OMNI ON ,MONO Mode 4 : OMNI OFF,MONO o : Yes x : No
*5 Song data is not transmitted.
Trademarks Apple and Macintosh are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Windows is the registered trademark of MicrosoftCorporation.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders.
Mode 1 : OMNI ON , POLY Mode 3 : OMNI OFF, POLY

*1 *3, see notes bellow.

M.D.G., Pro Audio & Digital Musical Instrument Division, Yamaha Corporation 2002 Yamaha Corporation WA80680 ???PO???.?-02B0 Printed in Taiwan

MIDI Rocker LX Yamaha EZ Guitar User Guide
Firmware Revision 1.2. Revision Date: 01/03/10 Thank you for your purchase of the MIDI Rocker LX. I hope it helps to take your Rock Band or Guitar Hero World Tour experience to the next level! This guide covers the specifics of using the MIDI Rocker LX with the Yamaha EZ MIDI Guitar to play Rock Band or Guitar Hero on the PlayStation. Be sure to check the website (www.ByteArts.com/midi_lx) for updated documentation, software and firmware. You can load other firmware to use your MIDI Rocker LX with an electronic drum set please see the MIDI Rocker LX User Guide for instructions on loading firmware. You can also check for updated information or ask for help at our Google Group, at http://groups.google.com/group/midirocker. Note: Currently the MIDI Rocker LX only works as a guitar controller on the PlayStation and will not work on the Wii or Xbox.

Getting Started

When loaded with the guitar firmware, the MIDI Rocker LX is pre-programmed and ready to use with the Yamaha EZ guitar (either the EZ-EG or EZ-AG). There are no note maps to load or other settings to initialize. Just connect the MIDI OUT from the guitar to the MIDI IN on the LX, and plug the USB on the LX into the USB on the console. It is recommended that you plug the LX directly into a USB port on the console, or use a powered hub.
Playing the Guitar in Rock Band or Guitar Hero
When you press a fret button or strum a string on the guitar, it sends data out the MIDI OUT port to the LX. The LX examines this data and then converts it into button press or strum data so that to the game, the guitar behaves like a Rock Band 2 guitar. This picture shows how the buttons and strings are mapped from the EZ guitar to the game:
To play a note in the game, you simply hold down any of the fret buttons which correspond to the note color as shown in the picture, and then strum the top or bottom string. To activate overdrive (or starpower), strum either of the middle strings. You can also use the fret buttons and strings to navigate menus in the game.

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Indicator Lights
As you press buttons or pluck strings, you will see various lights on the front of the MIDI Rocker LX light up to indicate which buttons are active: Light CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 CH5 CH6 ALT M1 M2 Function Green Fret Red Fret Yellow Fret Blue Fret Orange Fret Not used Overdrive Strum Up Strum Down
Adjusting the Strum Threshold
You can adjust the threshold level for the strings to set how hard or softly you need to strum a string to play a note in the game. To edit the threshold, press and hold the START button for approximately 2 seconds and the ALT and PROG lights will come on. You can then press the navigation button UP or DOWN to adjust the value. As you change the value you will see lights CH1-CH5 light up indicating the current threshold setting. A higher value means you will have to pluck the string harder, while a lower values means the string will be more sensitive. Strum Threshold 0 CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 CHExample: Threshold Edit Mode, Setting = 75.

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