Yamaha Electronic P 200

by Sam
(Dallas TX)

Can not get any sound thru my speakers, checked the inside and the speakers are great and every thing looks great my setting are right, what else could it be, Help Please?

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Feb 23, 2020
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by: Willie Mack

At one time I had my P200 set with a piano strings with the perfect amount of strings mixture that I desired. I had to factory reset my p200 and now I can't figure out how to permanently set it to either a voice key or bank a or b. I do know how to use the balance key button to give me the right setting for a one time performance, but I want to make it permanent. Thank you for your time.
Sep 13, 2017
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starstarstarstarstar 		Hearing a Yamaha P-200's Sound Again
by: Jerry

Under the MIDI settings, the Local control function allows you to disconnect the P-200's keyboard from its internal tone generator. When set to OFF, the internal tone generator does not respond to the notes you play on the P-200's keyboard. Only do that if you want the keyboard to only transmit messages via the [MIDI OUT] terminal.

So, make sure that the Local (ON, OFF) is set to ON if you want to hear your Yamaha P-200 directly as you play notes.

You can find more information on the Local (ON, OFF) feature on page 55 of the Yamaha Electronic Piano P-200 manual.
Feb 25, 2014
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by: Louis

Can someone explain how to remove and replace individual P200 keys?

Thank you.
Nov 12, 2013
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by: Anonymous

I was jamming with my daughter in our Yamaha p200, and suddenly it just shut off, it doesn't turn on, it has worked fine in the same outlet for many years.
does anyone have any ideas how to fix it?
Thanks,
Nov 04, 2013
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by: Anonymous

Please help my Yamaha P200 for no reason just shuts off while its being played; when its turned on it shuts off again over and over.
Oct 22, 2009
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by: Alfred

Dear Sam: Do as Dick recommends. In addition, check the Jack (Aperturew in the Unit where you normally connect Headphones). It is designed to automatically cut off the main soeakers when headphones are inserted, and it may be stuck in the cut-off position.
Oct 21, 2009
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by: Dick Rector

Hi Sam,

First check there is noting connected to the headphone, (not by accident a footpedal connected in the wrong place?)that will disconnect the speakers.
ALSO clean this outlet if you can.

To check if your 'onboard' amplifiers and electronics are ok:
Connect the headphone outlet to an amplifier, any stereoset will do if it has an aux input. Or if you keyboard has a line out or aux out use that to connect.
Turn on keyboard FIRST than the amplifier.
If you play and you hear a normal sound from your stereo the keyboard is ok and the problem is the speakers. If you don't hear any sound the problem is more serious but in both cases you need a qualified person to have a look at it.

Hope this helps you to sort out the problem, let us know please.
Regards
Dick

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How to reset a Yamaha P-200

by Jennifer
(Chicago)

My P-200 has stopped making sound, and I believe that my 2-year pushed buttons, causing this problem. The manual is packed away somewhere in storage, and I'm desperate to try to figure out what is wrong so that I can continue teaching lessons!!
Does anyone know how to reset a P-200 or one similar? Or know how I can find out? My online searches have not been helpful.
Thanks!

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Sep 13, 2017
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by: Jerry

The Yamaha P-200 manual uses the term "Initialize" for the reset step, there on page 63.

1) Press the [POWER] switch to turn off power.

2) To reset back to the factory settings, hold both the [MIDI] and [EDIT] buttons, then press the [POWER] switch to turn on power.

The INITIALIZE ALL screen briefly appears.

Please note that the command for resetting the Yamaha P-200 model is different from the command for many other Yamaha models.
May 23, 2009
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by: Anonymous

Check the back of the keyboard. Make sure that the speaker switch is clicked to "on."

Had the same problem myself after moving the keyboard.

Joe

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Use 200v Yamaha P200 on 120v supply

I have a Yamaha P200 bought in the UK and now have moved to the USA.... what kind of converter do I need to plug the piano into US 120v electrical socket.
Thanks

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Mar 09, 2009
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by: Anonymous

I had the opposite problem. Brought a Nord Electro from the States to Amsterdam. I have bought a converter as well. But they told me in the shop it is very easy to change your keyboard internally. It is just a matter of opening it and changing one little part which is responsible for the voltage on which it runs. Iam not a geek, but I could have done it easily. So I am not going to explain it here, but if you go to a good shop I am sure they can tell you. It is worth considering if you plan to stay there and don't want the annoying hassle of always bringing extra converters etc to gigs.
Dec 18, 2008
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by: Mantius

To operate your Yamaha P200 keyboard, you would need what is called a "step-up transformer". A "step-up transformer" allows a device that requires a high voltage power supply to operate from a lower voltage source. The transformer takes in the low voltage at a high current and puts out the high voltage at a low current.

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Keyboard losing touch sensitivity on Yamaha P200

by Kevin OConnell
(Chicago, IL)

Middle C, in particular, would play at full volume when only pressed gently, so I suspected a problem with the pad or sensor.

I was able to fix this myself by opening up the cover with the 4 screws underneath. The cover is on hinges and swings open. The keyboard then can be detached by removing the dozen or so screws running along the top of the keyboard assembly. Be careful of the blue wires that attach the printed circuit boards underneath to the main module. Move the blue wires from under the plastic tab to free up the keyboard, and then turn the keyboard over, and you will be able to remove the printed circuit boards with another dozen or so screws. They go into tabs on the bottom, and tip forward to press the rubber pads between the key action and circuit board sensors. Removing the circuit boards will allow you to take out the rows of rubber pads and clean them off. Once you dust and clean them, carefully put them back, after getting the circuit board in place under its tabs - you can align the rubber pads with the holes and keys while the boards are tipped away, resting under their tabs. Carefully put back the screws, but only halfway, being sure not to damage the circuit boards. Tighten the rest of the way after putting them in halfway. Put everything back in reverse, and voila.. the problem disappears (hopefully!). If this does not fix the problem, it may be the electronics or a defective rubber pad.

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Apr 25, 2010
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by: Alfred

Dear Kevin: Terrific performance. This Forum needs more contributors like you. all members stand to benefit by posts such as yours! Come back often. Keep well.

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my yamaha p-200 wont work

my Yamaha p-200 keyboard works fine with the demo songs but i cant play the actual keyboard, is there a reset button? or am I just being thick? I bought second hand and dont know what to do....help?

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Nov 29, 2013
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by: Keith

My wives P200 has not worked in months and had no idea how to fix it. Gave up several months ago and there it sat.
Today I came across your reset for the P220. That is all it took to fix it. Thanks so much.

Feb 19, 2009
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by: Anonymous

1. Turn of the keyboard
2. Hold 'Midi' and 'Edit' buttons simultaneously
3. While holding said buttons, turn on keyboard.
4. 'Initial Setting' should appear on the LCD and the keyboard should then have reset itself.

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Yamaha P250 Sound not coming thru Speakers

Sound to external speakers will cut out when I'm playing. If I bang on keys sound will come and go. Sounds like a short in connection somewhere. If I use headphones they work fine. Without them, in the middle of a song, you will hear click & no sound to External Speakers. Someone said it may be a bad headphone plug. Is this something I can fix?

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Sep 06, 2012
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starstarstarstarstar 		Still looking for answers
by: Tony

Still really no answers, what service center did you use ????
Sep 06, 2012
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by: Bob

I had the same problem that all of you were experiencing. It got to the point that my piano was hadly every playing out loud. I had a service guy look at it and it was a problem with some bolts coming loose. He had to do some soddering and the piano is as good as new. It only cost me $116.00 to repair. I believe that most of this was for labor. No parts needed.
Jan 19, 2012
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by: Ronnie

whats the contact for the service center you took it to?
Jan 12, 2012
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by: Anonymous

Our problem was fixed at the Service Centre. Some part was replaced and it didn't cost much, but couldn't find out what it was they replaced but its working beautifully again. Best to try the service centre.
Jan 12, 2012
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by: Ronnie

i have the same extra problem. "click", then out. took it in for repair, got new jacks and just about anything else and still doesn't work. Very sporadic. it works fine coming through the mono out, or the head phone jack. this sucks. need some answers!!! aahhhhh!
May 18, 2011
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by: Nayana

Hi, We have a Yamaha Digital Piano P-85/85s. Its worked beautifully for 18 months. Suddenly since yesterday, there's no sound when turned on. It comes on, there is a click and that's all. I tried to toggle the Local Control On/Of mechanism as described in the manual (Holding down the Demo and Metronome buttons, press the C6 key. No success. The piano has gone silent. Really not sure what to do here in Mumbai!
Jan 19, 2011
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starstarstarstarstar 		What's everyone's symptoms?
by: Anonymous

Hi everyone -- no good news yet.

I brought my p250 into a Yamaha service location after my speakers were failing just about every time. I could not for the life of me get it to fail when I brought it in though -- this is the worst diagnostic nightmare of all time. He looked at it anyway and said that he could find nothing that was obviously wrong. He said that he could replace some of the internal boards but couldn't guarantee which one might be at fault.

What is everyone's specific problem? Maybe between the bunch of us and all our symptoms/circumstances we can narrow the problem down. I, for instance, thought it might have something to do with the mono-output jack, as I think somebody bumbed into it on a gig and made the conection a little loose. I also find that when the speakers go out (with the click) sometimes if I play really loudly (hammering the keys) they sometimes come back on (even if only for a second). Anyone else share these symptoms or have anything else to add?

Cheers.
Jan 19, 2011
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by: Rick

Same thing...you hear a click, and then they're gone.
Jan 05, 2011
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by: Tony

Same problem, looking for answers !!!!!!
Dec 30, 2010
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by: Anonymous

I'm having the same problem. Any solutions yet?

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Yamaha P200 -input volume control

Is it possible to adjust the input volume level via a control on the Yamaha P200's front panel? I currently have my Mac plugged in to the input connection on the back in order to use the onboard speakers for monitoring but I can only control the volume level through the mac itself; I would like to be able to adjust the input volume level that comes through the speakers via the P200 rather than the Mac itself-can anyone help?

Any information would be gratefully appreciated.

Cheers

Stu

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Apr 21, 2010
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by: Alfred

Dear Stu: I'm not familiar with set-ups with Macs, but if your P 200 has a FUNCTION control, accessing its various Volume levels may inlude one that allows you to do what you want. Good luck. Please let us knoww if this suggestion helps. Thanks.

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Yamaha p 200 how to reset

how can I reset my Yamaha p 200? It doesn't make any sound at all ...

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Oct 10, 2009
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by: Alfred

Dear Anonymous: Following-up on my earlier comment, also check the Headphone Jack for locked position which automatically cuts off sound to the main speakers. That Jack could be oxidized/ shorting, preventing any sound reproduction. Let the Forum know how you make out. Thanks and good luck.
Oct 08, 2009
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by: Alfred

Dear "Anonymous": You say the unit is not givng sny sound at all. It is possible(?)that Initializing might return it to working condition, and there are three methods you can try. Reset[a] Unless Settings have been Stored in Memory, simply turning the Unit OFF will erase them.(It takes effect if the Unit is turned ON, played,then turned OFF). Reset[b] Turning the
Unit OFF, then holding down the last White key while turning the Unit ON again. Erases memory. Reset[c] “Factory” reset is done by turning the Unit OFF, and then holding down the last White Key plus last three Black keys while turning the Unit ON again. Everything,including MIDI info will be erased. If these reset procedures do not restore your unit to playing condition, I recommend you contact a qualified professional for help. Please post a follow-up message in the Forum so others can learn from your experience, and please don't forget to identify yourself (first name will do)so we can contact you if we have questions. Good luck and thanks.

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Yamaha P-200 keyboard no sound

by dave
(concord mass)

My son dropped the foot pedal while playing and now there is NO sound from the keyboard. I suspect that this has broken the jack connection. The speaker will play sound with the "demo songs" fine, so this is pointing that he cracked the internal connection.

I dont have headphones to plug in to try. Any thoughts here?
thanks

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Oct 15, 2012
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starstarstarstarstar 		Thank you!!!!
by: Carol

Thank you so much for the info about re-initialising the keyboard. My 1 year old pressed a load of keys which stopped the sound working and had tried several different reboot options to clear menu without success - started to think I was going to have a costly bill, but then I saw your post - tried it and keyboard now back to normal (just got to keep my ultra inquisitive daughter off the edit buttons!!)
Mar 06, 2010
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by: Alfred

Dear Dave: Thanks for adsvice. Other members who own the same unit and have the same problem are sure to benefit from your follow-up. Thanks.
Mar 06, 2010
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by: Anonymous

I talked Yahama and then told me to power up the unit while also holding down the..... MIDI and Edit buttons to reset the unit.

I did this and it inialized the unit and IT WORKED!

its back to normal with the sound!!! simple!

Mar 04, 2010
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by: Alfred

Dear Dave: I'm not familiuar with your keyboard, and offer these comments for informational purposes only. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN THE UNIT. I WOULD STRONGLY RECOMMEND REPAIR BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN.
1) Normally, there is a rear panel PEDAL JACK into which one plugs either a Sustain or Volume Pedal.
2) Then there is a SEPARATE HEADPHONE JACK for headphones (PHONES/OUTPUT) and if used, it automatically cuts off the unit's Speakers.
As the Speakers reproduce "Demos", it is an indication that the end Amplifier works, and the HEADPHONE JACK has not been damaged in any way.
I do not know if damage to the Pedal Jack can result in the problem you are having.
Do us the favor of advising what steps you may take to repair the damage. Thanks.

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Yamaha P-200 sticky key

by Kevin Coffey
(Madison, NH)

I have a wonderful Yamaha P-200 which has developed a sticky key. Never spilled a drink on it or anything like that. What can I do?
Thanks

Kevin Coffey

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Oct 27, 2016
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by: Anonymous

Hi, From time to time my P-200 will change what sound was chosen, the volume pedal will stop working, the lights will change and it will be unplayable for a few seconds.

In addition, I had created a few custom performances and they all disappeared after a couple of weeks.
Sep 12, 2015
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by: Anonymous

I have a block of 6 keys just below middle C that produce no sound. I replaced the associated 12-note contact strip (which I ordered from Syntaur) but it didn't do the trick, same problem exists. Any suggestions as to my next step? I don't want to dump it because I love the damn thing too much. ~ Les in Honolulu
Jul 02, 2015
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by: Anonymous

I will fix the KSN Error
I;m in NYC drivera9295@hotmail.com
Sep 14, 2013
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by: Anonymous

Yamaha P-200 HAS NO SOUND AND RECEIEVING ERROR MESSAGE "KSN" TRIED A RESET IT WORKED FOR AWHILE, NOW I'M GETTING THIS "KSN" ERROR MESSAGE AGAIN, CAN ANYONE HELP PLEASE,THANKS
Mar 06, 2012
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by: Anonymous

Yamaha will replace the keyboard assembly if you have proof of purchase and if the serial number falls within the guidelines. Labor is no longer covered under warranty.
Feb 21, 2010
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by: Anonymous

Your particular unit may qualify for a keybed replacement through Yamaha. Certain units used a bad lubricant and caused keys to stick. As a result Yamaha will replace the keybed plus labor for free. You would have to provide them the serial number for your unit and if that serial number qualifies they will arrange with you to bring it to an authorized repair facility. You can reach them at (714)522-9011 and ask for technical assistance then provide them the serial number. Good Luck!

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