MY MAC cannot find the SMF files saved from my yamaha ypg 525-HELP?

by l.g.

i am trying to save a song from my YPG 525 to a flash drive to put into the computer. the song is definitely on the flash drive, as it shows up as "Song 036" and can be played back in the keyboard. but when i place the flash drive in the computer's USB port, the MAC (an iMac w/ intel processor), the computer thinks the drive is empty. speaking of drives, it is driving me crazy. it seems Yamaha offers full support for PC users but not MAC users. any help would be very much appreciated.

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Apr 28, 2009
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Email?
by: Anonymous

Have you tried to email the files from a PC to the Mac?

Dec 16, 2008
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same problem
by: Anonymous

ive been having the same problem. i can open the files on my PSR E303 but once i connect it up to my computer-musicsoft downloader says that it is empty?!

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Connecting Yamaha YPG 525 to M Audio MIDI

by gad
(san diego)

i have a yamaha ypg 525 with a usb midi and i wanted to connect it to my m audio midi so how can i fix that to make it work

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Sep 10, 2010
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You need to use a computer USB to Midi
by: Anonymous

USB to Midi device will not work, you need to go into a computer USB port form the YPG keyboards to have access to Midi to and from your computer and YPG keyboard, it will then work just like a normal Midi keyboard. But just using a USB to Midi converter on the YPG keyboard itself will not work and turn it into a full Midi keyboard sorry, crappy Yamaha deletion of a absolutely necessary feature.

I do not know why Yamaha of all companies would do this, I spent close to $700 on my YPG-625 and at this price it should come with Midi IN/OUT ports. Even the Yamaha P-70 piano keyboard has Midi IN/OUT ports, what gives Yamaha ??? Get with it !!! People still need to use Midi from time to time and this should not be an option or deleted !!! Yamaha should give us YPG customers a USB to Midi device that works without a computer for the YPG keyboards, come on!!!

Dec 24, 2009
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Yamaha YPG SERIES NOT MIDI
by: Anonymous

The reason for your problem is that the YPG SERIES ARE NOT MIDI KEYBOARDS I have the same problem trying to add a midi module. I QUESS THATS WHY WE PAID LESS MONEY THAN HIGHER END MODELS. I seen severval posts asking the same question with no reponses from anybody. Since I made the dumb mistake assuming that all today's keyboards are midi at the time of purchase, I'm now looking for that magic box that will convert the keyboard to midi. PERHAPS IT CAN BE DONE THROUGH A COMPUTER. I'm still researching this, but losing hope. Hopefully someone out ther knows the answer and will respond

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yamaha ypg-525 blank screen

by Mad Doctor
(Clarendon,Texas)

Problem with this product - yamaha ypg-525

I have absolutely no screen except for vertical lines.Yamaha will not support their product.Can you tell me where to find a step-by-step guide to fix this problem?Thankx

Email:maddoctor_1@yahoo.com

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Dec 15, 2015
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Blank Screen
by: Kevi Keys

Hi Mad_Dog,,, I have the exact problem with my keyboard. I've had it worked on several times,,, and it doesn't seem to fix the problem as of yet. it works for about "maybe" 5 mins,,, or until I push 1 button to fill in a beat,,, then it goes all crappy again. I'm still looking into it and have now memorized lots of the styles and sounds. Lol. I didn't really have much of a choice. If you have a Yamaha outlet in your area/town,,, ask them how to fix your screen. Trust me,,, it is well worth it once it's fixed properly!!!

Oct 12, 2014
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blank screen problem
by: Gary

Does anyone have a working keyboard without a working display that they might want to sell. I am looking for one for a youngster.

greathugz@gmail.com

Aug 31, 2012
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Boycott The Yamaha Crooks!
by: Robert

My Ypg525 is doing the same thing. After about 2 years of light use, the screen started appearing half legible and half with verticle lines. Then it went out completely....it still lights up but displays nothing.

This is a quality issue...a design issue. Yamaha did not spec out this screen properly and that is why everyone is having this problem. This is a part that costs Yamaha maybe $20-30. Yamaha won't fix the problem but will sell you a replacement for $180.00...which is almost 1/2 of what I paid for this keyboard.

I urge all of you to join me in boycotting Yamaha products. I will never buy a Yamaha product ever again. I like Yamaha products but very much dislike that they are not honoring or fixing their screw up.

Aug 06, 2012
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For example:
by: Ugh.

http://www.amazon.com/us-backlight-lcd-screen-replacement-for-psp-/dp/B000QNRGJE

(I don't mean this screen would work with the YPG-525. Just one of thousands of similarly sized replacement LCD screen price examples. :( )

Aug 06, 2012
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Yet another Yamaha YPG-525 owner with a half-dead LCD screen.
by: Wronged Musician

Subject says it all. Still can't find a reasonably priced replacement on the net. An LCD screen with these specifications should cost at MOST retail $20, even if manufactured for a modest sized OEM order. This is outdated LCD tech, but not so outdated that parts or manufacturing setup ought to be an issue.

Yamaha just plain isn't supporting their product. With the LCD issues, if it were a car they'd be forced to issue a recall. Free repair in that instance.

Aug 01, 2012
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Here's the infos needed
by: JP Lefebvre

I bought the LCD unit from Yamaha Canada
here's my contact:

Katia Saad

The LCD module for my DGX 620 that i believed is
the same for your YPG525, (but ask Yamaha to be sure) is

WG299100 SUB. # WU967500

They sold me a new replacement for a discount price
they ask me to keep secret...

But it works fine now.
If you need some technical advice for the replacement procedure i will be glad to help you.
I am a professional electronics specialist.
Bye

Jul 26, 2012
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download link for DGX-620 manual
by: NoKeyboardWiz

My display half-died some time ago and I never did anything about it but now I think I will.

I found the service manual download link immediately this evening (you can too) and here it is:
http://elektrotanya.com/yamaha_dgx-620_ypg-625.pdf/download.html

If anyone knows the part number of the substitute display, please post it. I looked at the youtube video showing all the wires and the disasseblmed keyboard and it did not scare me. Taking out 125 screws did however.

Thanks.

Jan 20, 2012
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The Actual Wiring Guide, Please?
by: Anonymous

For those of you who have used the replacement LCD display, can you provide a wiring diagram? I have seen it on YouTube, but it only shows the completed mod - not how to do it!

Thanks,
Bill

Oct 11, 2011
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Lcd problem
by: AnonymousSss

I think they knew that those lcd-s where crapy
And they still decided to use them!i'll never buy yamaha product again!my dgx520 just died and now i have to pay200 just for the lcd?that shit is like20$ at the most!
I'll try to fix it somehow but it was a dumb thing for yamaha to install them and even dumber for not replacing them for free!
If you guys have some good ideas for how to fix this please email me on damirdukic6@yahoo.com
Thank you!!!

Aug 06, 2011
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Yamaha Canada let me down :(
by: JP Lefebvre

Yamaha Canada declined service. So i will try Yamaha USA. It's like tennis hit the ball on the other side...
Seriously AEJIMSO can you provide me with the exact model of Powertip LCD module that i needed with schematics if you can?

Thank you Rafaelias for your PPS file but i need more informations.

Does the Powertip has the same flat ribbon 14 conductors or i have the make some kind of adaptor?

Aug 04, 2011
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About the replacement LCD
by: JP Lefebvre

Hi i have a DGX-620 similar to YPG-625 and me too i ve got the LCD failure solid half blue and white stuff.
I check the Yamaha part WG299100 LCD Module and it found
WK479800 SUPERSEDED BY WN744800 $196.21(USD)

That i think very expensive. Do you think the Powertip 320X240 can work with my DGX-620?
If so can you send me all the informations for the replacement? Por Favor...Gracias

My adress is
lefebvrejp@yahoo.ca

Jul 08, 2011
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Blank .Half Screen Solution.
by: Gadget Girl

Yamaha is no support. It started two years after purchase. The blank/line/half screen happens when my keyboard is off for a few days. If I turn it on every day. even for a short time, the screen is fine. When I forget, the blank or half or lines screen show up, but disappears after a short while. I'll settle for that rather than rent a car or van to haul this huge thing to a repair shop. But I won't buy another Yamaha keyboard again, that's for sure.

May 06, 2011
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Thank you too...
by: JCL

Thank you too, Rafaelias! I would love to see your Powerpoint presentation. Please email it to me at jelauth@cisco.com. Take care...

Mar 31, 2011
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Thank you
by: Paul

Thank you, Rafaelias! I would love to see your Powerpoint presentation. Please email it to me at:pbarnes@videotron.ca.

Mar 31, 2011
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Great work!
by: Rafaelias

This message attempt to answer to an anonimous guest: In my case, I am living in the Dominican Republic, here is almost difficult to find some parts like ones found in DigiKey to order. So I get an old damaged CD-ROM diver, and pull out the flat cable and the two female connectors from the control board to the lenses (reader). There are 17 pins, so I had to leave 3 pins not connected. I desolded the two connectors and solded each wire as Ajeismo posted. A resisttor and potentiometer also were solded. If you have some skills in electronics, go ahead, you can do it!

Mar 31, 2011
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I replaced successfully my MM6 LCD screen!!!
by: Rafaelias

Great!
I have prepared a powerpoint presentation with my work in my MM6 based on the previous comments, with many pictures, English and Spanish (5.8 Mb) but I don´t know how to post the .pps file. I hope my idea inspire and help someone.

Rafaelias

Mar 30, 2011
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Great work!
by: Anonymous

Great! What do you use to bridge the two connectors? Thanks!

Mar 10, 2011
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MM6 With Powertip LCD Module
by: AEJIMSO

Here you go a schematic and the proof of functionality.
find the schematic Here --> http://www.mediafire.com/?krx88rplqhq7bp8
find the video here --> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zv9f_DDuZg0
Good Luck!

Feb 22, 2011
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MM6 LCD Changing
by: Rafaelias

W E L L ! ! !
The Powertip LCD have 16 pins, The Yamaha only 14, the two additionals are for A+ and K- of the backlit. Signals I have encoutered to change the wires: (Order Yamaha to Powertip) Pin1-to-Pin11, Pin2-to-Pin3, Pin3-to-Pin4, Pin5-to-Pin10, Pin6-to-Pin13, Pin7-to-Pin1, Pins8,9,10,11-toPins6,7,8,9. I am triying, if this will help to anyone, good!...or somebody wants to add any info... welcome!
Greetings from Dominican Republic!

Feb 15, 2011
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Additional Info for Display Mod
by: Bill

Greetings.

As far as using the Powertip 320 X 240 LCD in my MM6, is the ribbon mod you refer to an actual cross wiring job (rearrange the conductors to match the Yamaha configuration), or just strip and tin?

I've ordered the display and any help you can provide (pics or procedure steps) would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance, all!!

- Bill
Rochester, NY
billat164@yahoo.com

Feb 09, 2011
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LOST RIGHT HALF OF DISPLAY
by: Anonymous

I also have lost the right half of the display...Yamaha should recall the units that have problems like this. Car makers have to replace their cars parts that prove to be inferior. I love the keyboard but not the display.

Feb 06, 2011
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More info about LCD
by: Rafaelias

Today, I was searching on ebay and found a seller that claims for sale a MM6 LCD replacement. Is the same Powertip wich AJEISMO (from Tijuana) mentioned. Now they have a solution (as pictured an MM6), but the price was go up to more than $80!. Two black vertical lines in both sides due the thinny pixel´s width.
The true, I think it need some changes because the lines of the new LCD are not in the same order than the Yamaha´s LCD cable. If anyone reach that info (wich lines to change)... May we get a solution for it. I suppouse I will do that.

Jan 22, 2011
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More info about a possible solution
by: Anonymous

Dear Everybody!

Working in the same way of AEJISMO from Mexico, I studied the Powertip option and bought the Service manual from Yamaha, but the last one does not specify the lines of the display, but the Powertip PDF document does. Lets continue looking a light at the end of the tunnel... Anyway, it may be the most approximate possibility fo solve at a low and just cost.
Greetings from Dominican Republic. If anyone wants more info, let me know (I speak spanish too)

Jan 18, 2011
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THIS MIGHT WORK
by: NJGranger

hello searched and searched for a long time with no avail and left it alone for 6 months, then i decided to take it apart and adjust cable and presto good as new... if you have about 45 minutes maybe less take all of the screws out (about 25 to 30) and keep them safe i took pics with my cell to remember thier locations. the outer case takes the longest you may not beed to take the speaker bourds out anyway once apart be careful with the wiring inside and dont pull the case too far aprt and simply readjust all and any flex cables aroud the display i have some electronic knowledge but this was pretty explanitory please do not yamk it apart. i have done it to 2 now with success email me if you have any questions njgranger@gmail.com close the case and try it first before resealing but do not open it plugged in do at your own risk hope this helps nik

Dec 01, 2010
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MM6 LCD Mod
by: AEJIMSO

I've also have an LCD problem although I have no reason to complain at least with Yamaha's customer Service, since I bought my MM6 Used, I am an Electronics Enthusiast more than a musician so I decided to search for a general purpose LCD to replace the yamaha's defective OEM LCD (Around $200.00) , so far the cheapest option is to buy the Powertip 320 X 240 LCD module that a guy sells For $25 a piece on ebay, there are two options LISTED you should go with the one that has no Controller (without the Epson Chip) this module has the same resolution as the original but it is slighly smaller because the Dots are smaller i believe 0.24 mm Vs 0.27 the Elec eltek lcd that yamaha Uses. anyway there are no modifications to be made on the keybord itself other than accomodate the smaller LCD module inside the Front cover, the major work is to modify the Flat ribbon cable to match the appropriate pins coming from the keyboards main board, If I have time i will post some more details on this Mod. Greetings from Tijuana Mexico.

Nov 21, 2010
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Screen in and out
by: Anonymous

Anybody have instructions to replace this screen if I lay out $183? I've (carefully) replaced a HP laptop screen successfully - and it was not the exact screen. Involved but do-able.

Nov 03, 2010
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MM6 with same problem
by: Anonymous

Since I have a ten year old Roland with an LCD that works fine, I think we are being taken advantage of by shady business practices. I suggest we start a boycott Yamaha group and website until they agree to fix EVERYONE's LCD without charge. Are you in?

Oct 31, 2010
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TERRIBLE SCREEN - WHERE IS THE CUSTOMER SUPPORT
by: Anonymous

It's NOT the contrast nob - It's a terrible screen that goes in and out of use every couple of weeks as the other person noted.

I am yet ANOTHER person with this problem and would have expected a very LOW COST, convenient solution if Yamaha ever expects repeat business from its customers.

Aug 30, 2010
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Problem solved!
by: Anonymous

I had this problem but then I realized that it was simplily the contrast...look for the nob on the back and turn it untill your screen doesn't have any interference!!!

Jul 30, 2010
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yamaha ypg-525, DGX630, MM6, MM8 blank screen
by: Rafaelias

Today I have received this info from Mr. Harvey Casey:
Part Number: WN744800
LCD UNIT 221- 3093- 0933
Cost: 183.74

You can order on-line with a US address at https://www.yamaha24x7.com/yamahaOMS/
Or
Call 1-888-892-6242 with a US address by phone.

to me is very expensive!!! only the LCD costs 25% of the full price of a new keyboard!!!

Jul 29, 2010
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LCD problem with Yamaha YPG-635 / DGX-630 and MM6
by: Rafaelias

Dear Everybody!

The LCD module used by Yamaha in these keyboards uses a matrix of 320 x 240 pixels, it is from china and it have a poor construction, made of a kind of conductive glue instead a connector for feeding columns of the matrix. I tryed repair luckly my MM6 only for the first time and a couple of days I was one step back. The goal is to find any manufacturer that provides the same blue LCD module ready sustitute it. Anyone can dissasemble the unit and carefully make the change. If Yamaha sell that part, it must cost no more than $60 (since is so simple, it doesn have more than 1 chip and a few SMD resistors and capacitors for controlling the contrast). Please, if they do, I want one!

Jul 09, 2010
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I too join the masses
by: Anonymous

I was ready to blame my three year old son for repeatedly turning the piano on and off - until I found this forum. It seems like a bit of a lost cause at this point. No Yamaha repair close by, so a DIY fix might be the only solution.

Jul 07, 2010
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Semi-blank screen
by: Frustrated

I have the same problem, at first one half of the screen had vertical lines, now one half is 'blank'. I contacted Yamaha to be told it would cost me $70 per hour and I would need to make two trips to another end of town. As it appears that we are not alone and this is a problem noted by so many. I can't find anyone else in the city who will repair it. Very frustrating!

May 22, 2010
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Same problem with Blank screen and lines
by: Anonymous

Is Yamaha really not fixing this? It's finally gotten so bad that a few restarts no longer makes the issue go away.

Dec 27, 2009
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YAMAHA YPG-525
by: Anonymous

Love the keyboard just display keeps going in and out. lot of lines in display sometimes just blank screen and others half display. I am looking for display board, I think that this board has a cold joint. any ideas. it would be nice if Yamaha would support their product... I guess that is jus wishful thinking s_mcomans@centurytel.net

Nov 03, 2009
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Defective Screen
by: Alfred

In my previous post I forgot to mention that there is a gentleman (see below) who may be influential in solving your problem.

Harvey Casey
Yamaha Corporation of America. He gives his email address as HCasey@yamaha.com

The phone # is (714) 522 9462

Yamaha says it is "dedicated" to the support of its customers. Let's see if they live uo to their commitment.

Nov 03, 2009
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Blank Screen
by: Alfred

Dear Fellow Members: I very recently wrote to Yamaha regarding this problem being a frequent one in this Forum. It may have been a "one-man Crusade" effort, and I'm waiting to hear from them. Perhaps if you separately added your compliants - couching them in as polite a way as you can - it may wake up the sleeping giant. I agree with both of you, and hope you will be willing to reinforce my comments to them in which I stressed the importance of their maintaining a good image as manufacturers of quality keyboards.

Nov 03, 2009
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Exact same screen problem.
by: Anonymous

I have the exact same problem. It's been very frustrating and will never buy Yamaha keyboard again if they don't offer to fix.

By the way, mine goes on and off every couple of weeks it seems.

Nov 03, 2009
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Exact same screen problem.
by: Anonymous

I have the exact same problem. It's been very frustrating and will never buy Yamaha keyboard again if they don't offer to fix.

By the way, mine goes on and off every couple of weeks it seems.

Oct 22, 2009
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Blank Screen YPG 525
by: Alfred

Dear "Mad Doctor": Your problem is one frequently mentioned in this Forum. I have looked into it at some length, and unfortunately any DIY repair is out of the question. I understand your feelings about Yamaha, but the only solution
short of writing off your unit (and surely you do not want to do that) seems to be to have Yamaha repair the Display. The cost of repair can be high, but try to look at it as the price to pay for continuing to enjoy playing. Sorry for the lousy message, Good luck.

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DIFFERENCES between Yamaha ypg 525 vs. ypg 535

by Barbra
(Georgia)

I am looking into buying a used Yamaha ypg 525. What are the differences between the 525 and the 535?

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Jan 17, 2010
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YPG 525 vs YPG 535
by: Alfred

Dear Barbra: Ckeck the titles to the left of this message, and click on "Reviews", then on the two models you are considering for a preliminary
idea of the differences. Hope this helps.

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can i install my Yamaha ypg-525 using the internet?

by Kevin Sayah
(Limoges Ontario Canada)

my uncle gave me my yamaha ypg-525 and i cant transfer my songs to my computer because he lost the cd, (he probobly got rid of it before he gave the keyboard to me)but am i able to download a software from the internet to install the piano on my computer?

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Aug 02, 2010
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CD Drive5r for YPG 525
by: Alfred

Dear Kevin: You'll have to sweep the internet for any possible free downloads of a driver. If you do not succeed, it's likely Yamaha is reserving access only through purchase of the CD.
Here are two possible contacts for purchase......
Yamaha Canada Music Ltd.
135 Milner Ave., Scarborough, Ontario, M1S 3R1, Canada
Tel: (1) 416-298-1311 Fax: (1) 416-292-0732.
OR,
750 Chester Road, New Westminster, British Columbia V3M 6J1, Canada
Tel: (1) 604-520-1335 Fax: (1) 604-520-7058
We have no ties with the Yamaha Corp. and offer the above as a return courtesy for your kind visit.
Keep well.

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Yamaha DGX-520 YPG-525 Messages Explained

by Hetta
(Chicago, IL, USA)

I own a Yamaha DGX-520 YPG-525. When I try to format a USB flash drive (LEXAR) I cannot get past the message "No files found". The message is poorly explained in the manual and I would like further explanation of this message.

Thank You

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Dec 01, 2009
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See Yamaha's List of Compatible Flash Drives
by: Anonymous

Yamaha's website has a list of compatible flash drives that will work with your particular portable grand. Take a look at the list of compatible usb drives located at:
http://music.yamaha.com/products/downloads.html?productId=792247&hierarchy_id=20024_20023_16277.
Selecting a usb drive that is shown to be compatible might help with your problem. If you find that you can't access the site location directly using the above url, go to the Yamaha site, select portable grands, then your model, then support, then downloads. Scrolling down quite a bit, you should find a download of compatible usb flash drives. Hope this helps.

Dec 01, 2009
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usb drive
by: Michael Jernigan

I am having the same issue, but I am trying it with a smaller flash drive. I have a 1GB drive and a 513MB drive. Any thoughts?

Feb 17, 2009
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fix
by: kenblade

its because of the size not the brand dont i think it only takes up to 1 gig sticks.

Jan 16, 2009
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RE: Lexar Flash Drive
by: Rolandthunder

Hi Hetta: I had the same experience with a Lexar 4 gb usb flash drive. Nothing I did would get me past the "no files found" message. Finally, having read that the YPG 535 will not work with certain USB flash drives, I pulled out a 2 gb Kingston that had some data on it which I backed up on another drive. I plugged in the Kingston which the 535 recognized, formatted it, and all was right with the world.

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Yamaha YPG 525 Screen Problems...What`s up ?

by Peter
(Montreal)

Wow ! Glad to read of another Yamaha YPG 525 owner that has had screen problems. Have been searching since my screen started acting up more than a year ago.

Tried all the Yamaha suggestions of clearing memory, etc. nothing works...Any other ideas ?

Thanks,

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Apr 01, 2011
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Same thing
by: Anonymous

I have been having screen problems as well, but mine seem more permanent. Ever since the past two weeks, having the keyboard only two years, a number of pixels have burnt out and the number increases each day. I now have a roughly 1 sq. cm sized blotch of white on the top right portion of my screen. I have read other forums about this and everything leads to a screen replacement. I looked online and saw that a screen would cost me somewhere around $170!!! So, I am debating wether to buy a new piano, or replace the screen, because I have no knowledge of any other problems that may occur that would cost even more to repair. I don't want to have to spend over $1,500 on fixing a keyboard, that is only worth about $400-$500 in the current state it is in. Good luck with yours!!

Oct 03, 2010
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screen dead
by: Dick Rector

Hi Peter,

I'm afraid you have to seek assistance of a prof (Yamaha trained) repair person. Screen-problems can be a real pain.

Dick

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Yamaha YPG 525 - Display window trouble

by Randy Beauchamp
(Ontario Canada)

I have a Yamaha YPG 525, and my display window is acting up. Flickering, lines...etc.

Is there anything I can do to fix this problem

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Jun 07, 2010
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YPG 525 Display Problem
by: Alfred

Dear Randy: IF you are using a Power Adaptor, it could be that it's Output has deteriorated, feeding less current to the Keyboard. Try replacing the adaptor. On the other hand, a Display can misbehave due to an internal circuit problem, which is more serious and definitely not a DIY project. I suggest that if the first recommendation does not correct the problem, you contact Yamaha Canada Music Ltd.at either
135 Milner Ave., Scarborough, Ontario, M1S 3R1, Canada
Tel: (1) 416-298-1311 Fax: (1) 416-292-0732.
or
750 Chester Road, New Westminster, British Columbia V3M 6J1, Canada
Tel: (1) 604-520-1335 Fax: (1) 604-520-7058
.......give full details, (model, serial number, problem, etc.). Hope this info helps. Thank you for contacting us, and please come back with questions/comments any time. You are always welcome here. Keep well.

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I'm having trouble with the display on my yamaha ypg 525 keyboard?

by Robert Christopulos
(Salt Lake City, Utah, USA)

The screen display on my YPG525 appears to be having trouble with backlighting. At one time it was fine, but now the lighting seems to be falling off severely. . The contrast adjustment knob appears to work just fine.

I've not opened the keyboard up but since it is out of warrantee now I'm severely tempted. I have some electronics experience. Is it possible for me to adjust the lighting, and if so, where would I find the proper adjuster inside the case?

I hope to be able to do this as cheaply as I can, but if I have to get it repaired professionally, about how much should this cost me?

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Mar 25, 2014
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Pinout for 14P connector -- connection to LCD module
by: Ben

This is the pinout for the 14P connector from the mainboard-LCD controller to the LCD module.
Pin 1 - first line signal
Pin 2 - latch pulse
Pin 3 - shift clock
Pin 4 - AC frame signal
Pin 5 - VDD
Pin 6 - VSS
Pin 7 - VEE
Pin 8 - D0 (data 0)
Pin 9 - D1 (data 1)
Pin 10 - D2 (data 2)
Pin 11 - D3 (data 3)
Pin 12 - DISPOFF
Pin 13 - Not connected
Pin 14 - Not connected

The 2-wire coming from the 5V regulator for the backlight has the following information:
Pin 1 - 5V (output from regulator is loaded with 4 x 100 ohm resistors in parallel -- equivalent resistance of 25 ohms)
Pin 2 - Gnd

You will need to look for a 320 x 240 monochrome LCD and match the pin. Make sure you are within the specifications for the backlight for a direct swap. There are a few options for backlights out there - CCFL, LED, etc. Unless you plan on heavily modifying your keyboard, I'd suggest you stick within the specs.

Another option is that if you can find an LCD without backlight option, you can salvage the backlight from your keyboard. However, you will have to probably rig some way to fit the backlight in unless you have exact dimensions for the tabs to clamp the LCD on.

At this stage I'm still looking for a suitable replacement for the LCD component.

Good luck.

Mar 25, 2014
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Dead screen - working on a repair
by: Ben

My screen has died too. The right side failed for no apparent reason. Started with vertical lines and then just went blank.

I've been reading the comments up above and I have been trying to find a replacement screen. Refusing to go with the Yamaha one for $150. Still working on the pin-outs of the the board. Once I figure it out, I'll post it on here. Hang in there folks.

Mar 21, 2014
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Yeah my screen died too
by: Gary Trieste

It apparently is a common problem with this keyboard.
The unit works otherwise, but without the display the functionality is severely diminished.
Despite one of the previous comments, if you have any 'handy' ability, it can be a DIY project, almost any other option is impractical.
The biggest problem is finding a replacement LCD screen that doesn't cost too much.
I have not been able to find the most generic version of the screen, something like a PowerTip 320x240, but the replacement model # is readily available, as are more recent drop in replacements.
The repair manual states the part # as WG299100
but more recent replacement part #s are:
WN744800 and WK479800 and WU967500.
Yamaha's retail price is some crazy $ like $200, but I have seen it sold for as low as $85.
If I see for it sale for $50 or less anywhere I will buy it right then.
The replacement procedure is straightforward but tedious, and will a couple caveats about connections etc.
My unit is great, and I would not want to lose it just because of this faulty part. Yamaha should really make the part available free or low cost on a recall type basis.

Feb 17, 2014
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ypg 525 display problem
by: bob

I also have a problem with the display just lighting up but not displaying any characters. Yes I.did check the contrast adjustment and that is not the problem. The issue is a poor quality display unit as evidenced by the.very high.failure rate. It is upsetting that Yamaha has not offered any.assistance in fixing this.issue. Sadly this says a lot about the company's true concern for their customers and products.
Very upsetting!

Feb 17, 2014
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ypg 525 display problem
by: bob

I also have a problem with the display just lighting up but not displaying any characters. Yes I.did check the contrast adjustment and that is not the problem. The issue is a poor quality display unit as evidenced by the.very high.failure rate. It is upsetting that Yamaha has not offered any.assistance in fixing this.issue. Sadly this says a lot about the company's true concern for their customers and products.
Very upsetting!

Dec 05, 2009
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Yamaha YPG 525 Display
by: Alfred

Dear Bob: Sometimes it takes an independent view point "to see where the trees are !". My comment about the lamp was something you overlooked. I've also learned something from you. I never thought static Electricity had enough power to be lethal! I will keep this in mind. Finally,weigh the cost of repair by at least two qualified (preferably by Yamaha) technicians in your area. Unless a replacement of the LCD Assembly is required, it may be the way to go. Also, thanks for the feedback. Just do it again to keep all members aware of your final action. Good luck and keep well.

Dec 05, 2009
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Thanks so much
by: Bob Christopulos

I so appreciate what you wrote. At least it validated what I have brrn thinking.

That the lamp might be going out was also helpful. Honestly I hadn't given any thought to that.

Your comment regarding static electricity was much appreciated as I almost lost my life to a static discharge about 50 years ago.

Anyway, I'll let you know what I find. I really don't want to replace my keyboard unless Yammie comes out with something like a T3 with 88 keys and is about as portable as my YPG525.

Thanks again.

Dec 01, 2009
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Yamaha YPG 525 Display
by: Alfred

Dear Robert: I am not familiar with your unit, but here are some points you might want to consider:
1) Age of unit and corresponding wear & tear. The lamp itself may be slowly burning out.
2) Read Mantius', Rector' and my comments found on main page of the Q & A title to the left of this message.
3) Your knowledge of Electronics is respected, but in the process of DIY repair, know your limitations and when to quit. Be sure to wear an anti-static transfer Wrist Strap. You will be working around staic-sensitive components in the circuit.
4) The adjuster is probably a Pot located close to the LCD Assembly.
5) You may have to google Yamaha's main page and thread your way to their Parts Dept. for the parts you eventually need to buy.
6) Get at least three estimates from local QUALIFIED REPAIR TECHS as to charges for repair so you can decide what to do.
7) As I said I do not know your unit and therefore cannot guide you as to the how to open it. Perhaps some other member does and will
make comment.
Finally, regardless of your decision, it will be a helpful gesture if you posted a follow-up message in this Forum so we can all learn from your experience. Thank you and good luck.

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