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Forum Questions - All models

by Alfred
(Middle Village, NY)

In addition to questions related to Adaptors, there are numerous posts in this Forum related to problems with keys and the sounds reproduced – or lack thereof - when the keys are depressed. A good number of the posts are submitted with sufficient info and a view to eliciting quick and easy DIY fixes. (And these are normally answered).

Many posts are too sketchy, with scant info for “long distance diagnosis”.

Many which contain sufficient info to elicit answers beg the trite statement that “it is better to consult a professional and contract his/her services if the charge is within one’s budget”. In such cases the participants in this Forum should realize that myriad defects can cause the problem(s) they cite, and at best the answers can only consist of possible causes and not every cause of the problem(s).

My suggestion to my fellow participants is to post as much info as possible in clear, concise terms, so that corresponding helpful responses will result.

If one’s Unit is over ten years old (this is empirical) perhaps replacement should be considered as the cost of repair may not be feasible, not to mention the hassles of checking the reputation of the service professional; time needed to effect the repair; guarantee of work performed; delivery & pickup, etc.

Because of the “intrinsic value” one places in the Unit, it is difficult to establish a point when to consider replacement, but I would say ten years; and more importantly, the cost of repair if it is over 50% of the “intrinsic value” the user determines.

I would appreciate comments from fellow Forum participants. Thanks.

PS- Obviously those who have experience in electronic repair work, and have the tools and the test equipment are lucky enough to overcome their problems, but for those of us who are less fortunate, we count our blessings through this Forum.

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Sep 04, 2009
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by: Dick Rector

I can't more agree with Alfred!
If someone needs an answer, the minimum one has to tell is the MODEL/year of the keyboard and as clearly as possible what the question or problem is.
I understand that there can be a language-problem, this is not my own language either, but sometimes I see questions with no head or tail at all.
How can we help in that case?

Dick Rector
Bali (Indonesia)
Sep 04, 2009
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by: Mantius Cazaubon

Alfred, thanks for your important post.

While I try to accept most posts, a number of these posts need to be more detailed. One must be prepared to provide as much information about their keyboard as possible if one wants to be helped. If one really wants to get a satisfactory answer to their question, their questions shouldn't appear to be rushed. You can't expect other contributors to read your mind or interpret what you're saying. More detailed questions would make this a better forum.

Dick Rector, I couldn't agree with you more.

I hope everyone takes this in the positive spirit it was intended. Thanks for keeping this forum alive.
Sep 04, 2009
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by: Alfred

Dear Forum Participants: I overlooked the fact that English may not be your first language, and I apologize. Rest assured that I have no doubt the desire to be helpful is shared by most contributors, and I also am sure every effort is made to understand the gist of your inquiries. Let's continue to do our part to make this Forum the best.
Oct 01, 2009
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by: Alfred

Two-way Street.

Mantius, Dick Rector and I have independently been trying to coax you to becoming more active in this Forum through Mantius’ “two-fer-one” contribution for every question posed; and Dick’s and my gentle requests for follow-up to our contributions.
WE NEED YOUR VALUED INPUT, and you should not be shy to expand the usefulness of the Forum. Your command of English should not prevent you from participation. Leave it to us to interpret the gist of your messages. We believe exchange of questions and comments will eventually clear any doubts. Also, we - like you - appreciate knowing who we are addressing when messages are exchanged, so please always identify yourself instead of using the easy-out submittal of messages as “Anonymous” which only tend to make us gloss over them - even when we feel we can be of help. There are of course some questions for which we don't have good answers, but remember that there must be many participants who do, and they can come to your rescue. Regards.
Oct 03, 2009
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by: Alfred

Dear Forum Friends:

DO NOT OPEN YOUR KEYBOARD TO ATTEMPT REPAIRS

Apart from what I call “External” chores such as keeping keyboards clean (mild soap & water), testing for Adaptor defects, cleaning Jacks and removing obstruction and dust from keys, the following is what I’ve picked up on the internet and actual “tinkering” with electronics for over thirty years.

Opening up a Unit can be negatively surprising, some keyboards being more complicated than expected, and probably will only lead to disaster.

There are concerns over static issues when working around Solid State Components, and the complexity of the CPU's in Keyboards requires a Computer outfitted with Specialized Diagnostic Software and a Jig to quickly interface and diagnose most problems. This is ‘sine qua non’ equipment to make any repair even feasible. As an example, an intermittent IC in the Circuit can lock up the entire system, complicating trouble shooting (Strobes, Counters, Clocks, and Data Flow) to the extreme, as though nothing seems to work at that point.

My recommendation is to always consult a qualified service professional (or YAMAHA) for an estimate to determine if cost of repair is feasible.

So I repeat DO NOT OPEN YOUR KEYBOARD TO ATTEMPT REPAIRS.

Saludos.



Oct 24, 2009
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by: Alfred

Dear Forum Members: The above three posts should have been entered in their respective categories (Click on Q & A to left of this message) for knowledgeable responses. Thanks.

Mantius (moderator) writes:

Thanks Alfred for this post. The three posts you made reference to have since been deleted. Forum participants, please stay on topic. Thanks.

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