E-Mu XL-7 User Manual

Owners Manual

FI11541 Rev. F

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Important Notice:

In order to obtain warranty service on your XL-7 unit, the serial number sticker must be intact and you must have a sales receipt or other proof of purchase. If there is no serial number sticker on the XL-7, please contact E-MU Systems at once.

This product is covered under one or more of the following U.S. patents: 4,404,529; 4,506,579; 4,699,038; 4,987,600; 5,013,105; 5,072,645; 5,111,727; 5,144,676; 5,170,367; 5,248,845; 5,303,309; 5,317,104; 5,342,990; 5,430,244 and foreign patents and/or pending patents. All other trademarks belong to their respective companies. Speciﬁcations and features are subject to change without notice.

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Table of Contents

Introduction ............................................................................. 1

Product Description .......................................................................................1

Important Safety Instructions .................................................. 4

Foreign Language Warnings - German ................................... 7

Foreign Language Warnings - French ................................... 10

Setup ...................................................................................... 15

Unpacking....................................................................................................15

Connection Instructions..............................................................................16

Basic Setup ..............................................................................................16

Studio Setup ............................................................................................17

Performance Setup ..................................................................................18

Power Down Sequence ................................................................................19

Rack Mounting XL-7 ...................................................................................19

Instant Gratification ............................................................... 21

Playing Patterns & Songs ........................................................................21

Playing Songs ..........................................................................................23

Playing Demo Sequences ........................................................................24

Auditioning Presets .................................................................................24

Selecting and Quick Editing Presets .......................................................25

Exploring the Master Arpeggiator ...........................................................27

Multi-Channel Arpeggiator ....................................................................28

Time to Save? .......................................................................................29

Basic Operations .................................................................... 31

Power Switch ...........................................................................................31

Volume Control ......................................................................................31

12VDC Lamp ..........................................................................................31

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Mode/View Buttons .....................................................................................32

Track/Channel +/- Buttons ..................................................................... 33

Data Entry Control .................................................................................33

Left/Right Cursor Buttons ......................................................................33

LED View Select Section ..............................................................................33

Sequencer Controls...................................................................................... 34

Stop Button ............................................................................................. 34

Play Button ............................................................................................. 34

Record Button ......................................................................................... 34

Song Record modes ............................................................................. 34

Pattern Record modes ......................................................................... 34

Tap Tempo ............................................................................................. 34

Edit Section..................................................................................................35

Song Edit Button .................................................................................... 35

Pattern Edit Button ................................................................................. 35

Preset Edit Button ................................................................................... 35

Global Button .........................................................................................35

Controllers Button .................................................................................. 35

Arpeggiator Button .................................................................................36

Real-time Controller Knobs .........................................................................37

Knob Functions ......................................................................................38

Quick Edit mode .................................................................................38

Programmable Knobs mode ................................................................ 39

Multichannel Volume Knobs .............................................................. 39

Multichannel Pan Knobs ....................................................................40

Trigger Buttons.............................................................................................41

Trigger Mode ........................................................................................... 41

Preset Menu Jump Keys ..........................................................................41

Touchstrip, Transpose, Keypads & Glide..................................................... 42

Touchstrip Hold ...................................................................................... 42

Transpose Buttons .................................................................................. 42

Rubber Keypads ...................................................................................... 42

Glide Button ........................................................................................... 42

Erase Button ............................................................................................ 43

Repeat Button .........................................................................................43

Preset Screen ................................................................................................44

MIDI Channel Selection ......................................................................... 44

Preset Selection ....................................................................................... 44

Channel Volume ....................................................................................45

Channel Pan ...........................................................................................46

Channel Arpeggiator .............................................................................. 46

Sound Navigator ..........................................................................................47

Preset Category .......................................................................................47

Instrument Category ..............................................................................47

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Sequencer .............................................................................. 49

Overview ......................................................................................................50

Deﬁnitions ...................................................................................................50

Events ......................................................................................................50

Tracks ......................................................................................................50

Patterns ...................................................................................................50

Pattern Recording & Editing ...............................................................51

The Asterisk .........................................................................................51

Standard MIDI Files .............................................................................51

Songs .......................................................................................................52

Song Record Modes .............................................................................52

Event Timing................................................................................................53

Track Priority .......................................................................................53

Pattern Mode................................................................................................54

Pattern Play .............................................................................................54

Realtime Recording .................................................................................55

Preparing to Record a Pattern .................................................................55

Input Quantize ........................................................................................55

Count In ..................................................................................................57

Pattern Length ........................................................................................58

Metronome .............................................................................................58

Recording a Pattern .................................................................................58

Automatic Channel Assignment .........................................................62

Grid Recording ........................................................................................63

What is Grid Recording? .....................................................................63

Step Time Recording ...............................................................................68

Note Value/Number of Ticks ............................................................68

Pattern Edit Menu........................................................................................70

Track Enable/Mute Buttons ....................................................................70

Name Pattern ..........................................................................................70

Pattern Length ........................................................................................70

Setting Meter (Time Signature) ...............................................................71

Metronome .............................................................................................72

Quantize ..................................................................................................73

Quantize Parameters ...........................................................................73

More about Swing ...............................................................................74

Scale/Shift Duration ................................................................................75

Thin Events .............................................................................................76

Erase Events ............................................................................................77

Transpose ................................................................................................78

Scale/Shift Velocity .................................................................................79

Extend Sequence Data To .......................................................................80

Erase Track ..............................................................................................81

Cut Track to Clipboard ...........................................................................82

Copy Track to Clipboard ........................................................................83

Paste Clipboard to Track .........................................................................84

Channel Assign .......................................................................................86

Multichannel Track Recording ...............................................................87

Aux Channel Assign ...............................................................................88

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Note List Editor ....................................................................................... 89

Event List Editor ..................................................................................... 90

Continuous Controller Edit ................................................................90

Continuous Controller Screen ............................................................ 90

Pitch Strip Edit .................................................................................... 90

Pitch Strip Screen ................................................................................ 90

Poly Pressure Edit ................................................................................91

Poly Pressure Screen ............................................................................ 91

Program Change Edit .......................................................................... 91

Program Change Screen ...................................................................... 91

The Conductor Track ..........................................................................92

Conductor Track Screens ....................................................................92

Revert to Saved Pattern ........................................................................... 93

Song Mode ...................................................................................................94

Song Play ................................................................................................94

Song Step Recording ............................................................................... 94

Realtime Song Recording ........................................................................ 96

Song Edit Menu ...........................................................................................99

Song Name .............................................................................................. 99

Event Source ........................................................................................... 99

Setting Meter (Time Signature) .............................................................. 100

Metronome ........................................................................................... 101

Quantize ............................................................................................... 101

Scale/Shift Duration .............................................................................102

Thin Events ........................................................................................... 103

Erase Events .......................................................................................... 104

Transpose .............................................................................................. 105

Scale/Shift Velocity ............................................................................... 106

Cut Track to Clipboard ......................................................................... 107

Copy Track to Clipboard ......................................................................108

Paste Clipboard to Track ....................................................................... 109

Song Channel Assign ............................................................................ 110

Note List Editor ..................................................................................... 111

Event List Editor ................................................................................... 112

Continuous Controller Edit ..............................................................112

Continuous Controller Screen .......................................................... 112

Pitch Strip Edit .................................................................................. 112

Pitch Strip Screen .............................................................................. 112

Poly Pressure Edit ..............................................................................113

Poly Pressure Screen .......................................................................... 113

Program Change Edit ........................................................................ 113

Program Change Screen .................................................................... 113

Revert to Saved Song ............................................................................114

Connection Examples................................................................................ 115

Using the Internal Sequencer with an External MIDI Keyboard .........115

Using an External Sequencer ................................................................ 117

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Controllers Menu ................................................................. 119

Realtime Control Functions.......................................................................120

Keyboard Transpose ..............................................................................120

Keyboard Channel ................................................................................120

Aftertouch Curves .................................................................................120

Local Control On/Off ...........................................................................121

Footswitch Jack Function .....................................................................122

Trigger Buttons Function ......................................................................123

Trigger Buttons .....................................................................................124

Trigger Button Select .........................................................................124

Latch on/off .......................................................................................124

MIDI Key ...........................................................................................124

MIDI Channel ...................................................................................124

Destination ........................................................................................124

Key Velocity .......................................................................................124

Programmable Knobs ............................................................................125

Knob Preset Quick-Edit .........................................................................125

Real-time Controller Assignment .........................................................126

MIDI Footswitch Assign ........................................................................127

Tempo Controller .................................................................................127

Global Menu ........................................................................ 129

Multisetups.................................................................................................130

Restoring Multisetups ...........................................................................130

Multisetup Name ..................................................................................131

Saving Multisetups ................................................................................131

Deﬁning Global Parameters.......................................................................132

Transpose/Tune .....................................................................................132

Bend Range ...........................................................................................132

Velocity Curve ......................................................................................133

Mix Output ...........................................................................................134

Master Effects .............................................................................................136

Effects Mode ..........................................................................................136

Effects Multi Mode Control ..................................................................136

Master FXA Algorithm ..........................................................................137

A Effect Types ....................................................................................137

FXA Parameters: Decay/HF Damping FxB -> FxA .................................138

FXA Send Amounts ...............................................................................138

Master FXB Algorithm ..........................................................................138

B Effect Types ....................................................................................139

FXB Parameters: Feedback/LFO Rate Delay Time .................................139

FXB Send Amounts ...............................................................................139

Miscellaneous Parameters ..........................................................................140

Edit All Layers Enable ...........................................................................140

User Key Tuning ...................................................................................140

Output Format ......................................................................................140

Screen Viewing Angle ...........................................................................141

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MIDI Menu ............................................................................143

Base Tempo ........................................................................................... 144

Rechannelize Input ............................................................................... 144

Keyboard Outputs MIDI .......................................................................146

Knobs Output MIDI .............................................................................. 146

Transmit MIDI Clock ............................................................................ 146

External Song Start/Stop ....................................................................... 146

Merge MIDI In to MIDI Out ................................................................. 147

MIDI In Channels ................................................................................. 147

MIDI Enable .......................................................................................... 147

Receive Program Change ...................................................................... 148

MIDI Program Change -> Preset ........................................................... 148

MIDI SysEx ID ....................................................................................... 149

MIDI SysEx Packet Delay ...................................................................... 150

Send MIDI System Exclusive Data ........................................................ 150

MIDI Mode ...........................................................................................152

Programming Basics .............................................................153

Modulation ................................................................................................154

Modulation Sources ...................................................................................155

Random Sources ...................................................................................156

Modulation PatchCords............................................................................. 156

Envelope Generators.................................................................................. 157

Tempo-based Envelopes .................................................................... 158

Envelope Repeat ................................................................................ 158

Low Frequency Oscillators (LFOs) .............................................................159

Clock Modulation...................................................................................... 160

Modulation Destinations........................................................................... 162

Modulation Processors............................................................................... 163

Preset Modulation Processors ....................................................................165

Using the Modulation Processors ......................................................... 167

More Examples ..................................................................................... 169

Dynamic Filters.......................................................................................... 171

What is a Filter? .................................................................................... 172

Parametric Filters ..................................................................................175

The Z-Plane Filter .................................................................................. 176

Signal Flow................................................................................................. 177

MIDI Channels & Real-time Controls .......................................................178

Bank Select Commands ........................................................................ 180

Stereo Mix Outputs.................................................................................... 181

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Preset Edit Menu .................................................................. 183

Preset Name ..........................................................................................184

Four Layer Architecture..............................................................................184

Selecting Layers .....................................................................................185

Deﬁning Layer Parameters.........................................................................186

Selecting an Instrument ........................................................................186

Sound Navigator ................................................................................186

Defining Key Range ..............................................................................187

Defining the Velocity Crossfade Range ................................................189

Defining the Real-time Crossfade Range ..............................................191

Transposing the Instrument .................................................................194

Tuning ...................................................................................................195

Background: Transpose vs. Coarse Tuning .......................................195

Amplifier ...............................................................................................195

Volume Envelope ..................................................................................196

Selecting the Mode ............................................................................196

Defining the Volume Envelope .........................................................197

Chorusing the Layer .............................................................................198

Sound Start Offset and Delay ................................................................198

Non-Transpose Mode ............................................................................199

Solo Mode .............................................................................................199

Assign Group .........................................................................................200

Glide ......................................................................................................201

Z-Plane Filters ........................................................................................202

XL-7 Filter Types ...................................................................................202

Filter Types ........................................................................................202

Filter Parameters ................................................................................204

Filter Envelope ......................................................................................205

Defining the Filter Envelope .............................................................206

Auxiliary Envelope ................................................................................206

Low Frequency Oscillators (LFOs) ........................................................207

Shape .................................................................................................207

Sync ...................................................................................................208

Rate ....................................................................................................208

Delay ..................................................................................................210

Variation ............................................................................................210

PatchCords ............................................................................................211

Modulator Polarity ............................................................................212

Pitch Bend Range ..................................................................................214

Mix Output ...........................................................................................214

Common Preset Parameters.....................................................................215

Preset Effects .........................................................................................215

FXA Algorithm ......................................................................................217

A Effect Types ....................................................................................217

FXA Parameters .....................................................................................218

FXA Send Amounts ...............................................................................218

FXB Algorithm ......................................................................................218

B Effect Types ....................................................................................218

FXB Parameters .....................................................................................219

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FXB Send Amounts ............................................................................... 219

Preset Patchcords ..................................................................................219

Initial Controller Amount ....................................................................221

Keyboard Tuning ..................................................................................222

Preset Links ........................................................................................... 224

Preset Tempo Offset .............................................................................. 225

Audition Riff Selection .........................................................................225

Play Solo Layers .................................................................................... 225

Arpeggiator/Beats Menu ......................................................227

Arpeggiators ...............................................................................................228

Arp Controllers .....................................................................................229

Arpeggiator Resolution ......................................................................229

Arpeggiator Extension ....................................................................... 229

Arpeggiator Velocity .........................................................................229

Arpeggiator Gate ............................................................................... 229

Arpeggiator Interval .......................................................................... 229

Master Arpeggiator Parameters.................................................................. 229

Status ..................................................................................................... 230

Mode ..................................................................................................... 230

Note Value ............................................................................................231

Arpeggiator Pattern Speed .................................................................... 231

Pattern .................................................................................................. 231

Velocity ................................................................................................. 232

Gate Time .............................................................................................232

Extension Count ................................................................................... 233

Extension Interval ................................................................................233

Sync ...................................................................................................... 234

Pre-Delay ............................................................................................... 234

Duration ............................................................................................... 235

Post-Delay ............................................................................................. 235

Recycle .................................................................................................. 236

Keyboard Thru ...................................................................................... 236

Latch ..................................................................................................... 236

Send MIDI System Exclusive Data............................................................. 237

Editing a User Arpeggiator Pattern ....................................................... 238

Pattern Step Number ............................................................................ 238

Key ........................................................................................................ 238

Key Offset ..........................................................................................239

Tie ...................................................................................................... 239

Rest .................................................................................................... 239

Skip .................................................................................................... 239

End .................................................................................................... 239

Velocity ................................................................................................. 240

Duration ............................................................................................... 240

Repeat ................................................................................................... 240

User Pattern Name ................................................................................ 241

Multichannel Arpeggiating ..................................................................241

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Beats ...........................................................................................................242

Beats Mode ............................................................................................244

Status .................................................................................................244

Beats Channel ....................................................................................244

Trigger Channel .................................................................................244

Beats Controllers ...................................................................................247

Beat Velocity Group 1-4 ....................................................................247

Beat Xpose Group 1-4 .......................................................................247

Beat Busy ...........................................................................................247

Beat Variation ....................................................................................248

Beats Keys/Trigger Layout .....................................................................249

1-Bar Trigger Option .........................................................................249

Beats Keys Offset ...................................................................................250

Beats Part Velocity ................................................................................250

Beats Part Transpose .............................................................................251

Beats Part Group ...................................................................................252

Master Riff .............................................................................................252

Riff Tempo ............................................................................................253

Riff Controllers .....................................................................................253

Effects ................................................................................... 255

Effects Overview.........................................................................................255

The Effects Sends ..................................................................................255

Effect Types ................................................................................................257

Effect Parameters ...................................................................................257

Decay .................................................................................................258

High Frequency Damping .................................................................258

Feedback ............................................................................................258

LFO Rate ............................................................................................258

Delay ..................................................................................................258

Effects Programmed in the Preset ..............................................................259

Master Effects .............................................................................................260

Effects Mode ..........................................................................................262

Flexible Effects Control .........................................................................262

Using the Effects Channel Settings in Multi Mode ..........................264

Effect B Into Effect A .............................................................................264

General Effect Descriptions........................................................................266

Reverb ...................................................................................................266

Chorus ...................................................................................................267

Doubling ...............................................................................................267

Slapback ................................................................................................267

Stereo Flanger ........................................................................................267

Delay .....................................................................................................268

Stereo Delay ..........................................................................................268

Panning Delay .......................................................................................268

Dual Tap ................................................................................................268

Vibrato ..................................................................................................268

Distortion ..............................................................................................268

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Save/Copy Menu ..................................................................269

Save Pattern .......................................................................................... 269

Saving a Preset ...................................................................................... 270

Copying Information ...............................................................................271

Copy Preset ........................................................................................... 271

Copy Layer ............................................................................................ 271

Copy PatchCords .................................................................................. 272

Copy Preset PatchCords .......................................................................273

Copy Arpeggiator Settings .................................................................... 273

Copy Arpeggiator Pattern ..................................................................... 274

Copy Preset Bank .................................................................................. 274

Copy Sequencer Pattern ....................................................................... 275

Save Song ..............................................................................................275

Copy Song ............................................................................................ 276

Sound Authoring ....................................................................................... 277

Rename Flash SIMM .............................................................................278

Duplicate Flash ..................................................................................... 279

Create Random Preset................................................................................ 280

Preset Programming .............................................................281

Editing Presets............................................................................................ 281

Changing the Instrument .................................................................... 281

Changing the Tuning of an Instrument ..............................................282

Chorus .................................................................................................. 283

Volume Envelope .................................................................................283

Working with Filters ............................................................................. 285

Adding the Filter Envelope ............................................................... 287

Changing Filter Types ....................................................................... 289

Envelope Repeat ................................................................................ 289

Practice Modulating .............................................................................. 290

Troubleshooting ................................................................................... 291

Linking Presets........................................................................................... 292

Appendix ...............................................................................293

Front Panel Knob Functions...................................................................... 293

Knob Controller Descriptions ..............................................................294

Presets ........................................................................................................294

Preset Categories ................................................................................... 294

Preset Listing.............................................................................................. 295

Pattern Layout ..........................................................................................299

Pattern Listing............................................................................................ 300

Riff Listing.................................................................................................. 301

Instrument Listing .....................................................................................303

Velocity Curves.......................................................................................... 313

PatchCord Amount Chart .........................................................................315

Rhythmic Notation.................................................................................... 316

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Time Signatures..........................................................................................316

Block Diagrams ..........................................................................................317

Volume & Pan .......................................................................................317

Pads Routing .........................................................................................318

MIDI In .................................................................................................319

Block Diagrams .....................................................................................320

Triggers & Programmable Knobs ..........................................................320

Quick Edit .............................................................................................321

E-MU Expansion Sound Sets......................................................................322

Installing Sound SIMMs.............................................................................324

MIDI ...........................................................................................................327

Received Channel Commands .............................................................334

SysEx Specification ...............................................................................334

Technical Speciﬁcations .............................................................................335

Warranty ....................................................................................................336

Index .................................................................................... 339

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Introduction

XL-7 truly represents the ultimate melding of E-MU’s pristine audio quality and cutting edge controller technologies, making it uniquely qualiﬁed to serve as the control center of your MIDI studio or live performance rig.

Product Description

Upgradable Sounds

XL-7 contains a thorough collection of Electronica/Dance presets. These sounds are rich in harmonic texture and a perfect complement to the Z-plane ﬁlters. XL-7 contains three additional, user-upgradable sound SIMM sockets, allowing you to mix and match sound sets according to your needs. New sounds can be added as easily as plugging in a new 16MB or 32MB SIMM module. Each E-MU sound set has been meticulously crafted to be the ﬁnest of its kind. Samples are matched across the keyboard, perfectly looped, and rich in harmonic texture.

1024 Presets & more

XL-7 contains 512 user presets and 512 factory ROM presets, but it can be expanded with literally thousands of ROM presets. (ROM presets are

automatically added when sound SIMMs are installed. As an example, a 32 MB SIMM may contain up to 1024 ROM presets.) XL-7’s Sound Navigator makes it

easy to ﬁnd the exact sound you want. It’s powerful, yet simple to use.

Velocity & Pressure Sensitive Pads

Thirteen velocity-sensitive pads with aftertouch allow you to perform live or into the 16-track sequencer. These pads have been speciﬁcally designed for the Command Station and are extremely responsive, capturing all the subtle nuances of your performance.

Multi-Function Controllers

Multi-function buttons allow you to trigger sequences, arpeggiators and loops internally or on any of your other MIDI devices. They can act as Note Inputs for Grid or Step recording, Track Select, Mute or MIDI Trigger buttons (latched or unlatched).

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Sixteen real-time controller knobs are also multi-function controls. These knobs make it a snap to edit and modify internal preset parameters. Another useful mode allows the knobs to control volume and pan for all sixteen MIDI channels. These controllers are fully programmable and can control internal preset or other MIDI equipment on multiple MIDI channels. They can be programmed to adjust multiple internal parameters at once, allowing complex levels of control. For example, a single knob can simultaneously turn up ﬁlter cutoff, while detuning one sample, and adjusting the release time of the volume envelope. Virtually every synth parameter in the XL-7 is controllable using the real-time knobs or by any internal or external control source.

Super Sequencer

XL-7contains a powerful, yet simple to use 16-track interactive sequencer. You can record in real-time, step and grid modes and can switch modes without ever stopping your creative ﬂow. Sixteen dedicated Mute/Select buttons allow you to add, monitor and modify parts on the ﬂy without cumbersome menu scrolling. It’s never been this easy to lay down your ideas. The XL-7 Command Station can store over 300,000 notes and you can import and export MIDI ﬁles to and from your Mac or PC using E-MU’s E-Loader program.

Multi-Channel Arpeggiators

XL-7’s Rhythmic Pattern Generator/Arpeggiator can play up to 32 synchronized arpeggiator patterns at once using a different sound for each! Patterns can be edited using pattern ﬂow commands such as: delay for 2 bars, play for 4 bars, hold for 2 beats and repeat. You can program or download 100 user patterns in addition to the 200 factory patterns.

Ultra Powerful Synthesizer

The extremely ﬂexible yet easy to use 4-layer synthesizer voices make it easy to build sounds of any kind. Layers can be switched or crossfaded using key position, velocity, real-time controllers or any modulation source. 128 voice polyphony ensures that you can play and sequence the most complex material. XL-7 also contains 50 different 2nd to 12th order resonant & modeling ﬁlters which are used to shape and modify over 1200 waveforms contained in 32 megabytes (MB) of ROM.

Sixty four modulation sources include three multistage envelopes and two LFOs per layer, as well as full MIDI control over virtually every parameter. The digital patch bay, with 24 cords per layer, (and 12 more cords per preset) lets you connect modulation sources to 64 destinations in any imaginable way. The patch bay also contains a set of arithmetic modiﬁers, allowing you to create complex synthesis models. Synth parameters as well as arpeggiator and BEAT tempos can be controlled from XL-7’s internal clock (or an external MIDI clock). Up to 8 LFOs and 12 envelopes can be perfectly synchronized at different rates. This is an extremely powerful synthesizer!

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24-bit Effects

Once you have created your preset, you can add richness to your sound using XL-7’s 24-bit stereo effects. You can choose a different effects setup for each preset from over 60 algorithms. XL-7’s effects section is actually two separate effects processors with control over each wet/dry mix level on four effects sends. Effects Processor “A” contains primarily ambiance algorithms like reverb and delays, while effects processor “B” contains primarily spectral algorithms such as chorus, ﬂange, phase, distortion, and delay. Effects can be linked to each preset or used globally to further enhance your sound.

Other features include multiple solo, voice assignment and performance modes for expressive control, 12 user-deﬁnable alternate tunings, and, of course, an extensive MIDI implementation.

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Important Safety Instructions

Use in countries other than the U.S.A. may require the use of a different line cord or attachment plug, or both. Refer all servicing to qualiﬁed service personnel. There are no user serviceable parts or adjustments inside the unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside the power supply enclosure.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of ﬁre or electric shock, do not expose this

product to rain or moisture.

Grounding Instructions

Mains Switch

This product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or break down, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current, reducing the risk of electric shock. This product is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

The front panel On/Off switch is a “Soft” power switch that can be used to turn power on and off when the XL-7 is rack mounted. Use the AC power switch on the rear panel if you wish to completely disconnect XL-7 from the AC mains.

Danger!

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Improper connection of the equipment’s grounding conductor can result in the risk of electric shock. Check with a qualiﬁed electrician or service personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the product is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with this product. If it will not ﬁt the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualiﬁed technician.

User Maintenance Instructions

Important Safety Instructions

The XL-7 should be kept clean and dust free. Periodically wipe the unit with a clean, dry, lint free cloth. Do not use solvents or cleaners.

There are no user lubrication or adjustment requirements.

Caution -

Servicing instructions are for use by qualiﬁed personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in these operating instructions unless you are qualiﬁed to do so. Refer all servicing to qualiﬁed service personnel.

INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS

READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS: When using electric products, basic precau-

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Read all instructions before using XL-7.

Keep these instructions.

Heed all warnings.

Follow these instructions.

Do not use near water.

Clean only with a dry cloth.

Install in accordance with E-MU’s instructions. Do not block any

openings. This apparatus should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with proper ventilation. The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.

Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,

stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliﬁers) which produce heat. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type

plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the grounding prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not ﬁt into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at

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plugs, convenience receptacles, and at the point where they exit from the apparatus.

Use only attachments/accessories speciﬁed by E-MU Systems.

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Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table speciﬁed by

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E-MU or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

Unplug the XL-7 from the power outlet during lightning storms or

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when left unused for a long period of time. Refer all servicing to qualiﬁed service personnel. Servicing is required

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when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power

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Important Safety Instructions

This symbol is intended to

alert you to use caution when

moving a cart/apparatus

combination to avoid injury.

•

supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, the does not operate normally or has been dropped.

No open ﬂame sources, such as lit candles, should be placed on the

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apparatus. The apparatus is designed for use in moderate climates.

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The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. No objects

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ﬁlled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is necessary when using

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the apparatus near children. The apparatus should be connected only to a power supply of the type

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described in the operating instructions and marked on the product. This product, in combination with an ampliﬁer and headphones and

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speakers, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for a long period of time at a high volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, consult an audiologist.

Radio and Television Interference

The equipment described in this manual generates and uses radiofrequency energy. If it is not installed and used properly —that is, in strict accordance with our instructions— it may cause interference with radio and television reception.

This equipment has been tested and complies with the limits for a Class B computing device in accordance with the speciﬁcations in Subpart J of Part 15 of the FCC rules. These rules are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a particular installation, especially if a “rabbit ear” TV antenna is used.

If XL-7 does cause interference to radio or television reception, you can try to correct the interference by using one or more of the following measures:

Turn the television or radio antenna until the interference stops. Move XL-7 to one side or the other of the television or radio. Move XL-7 farther away from the television or radio. Plug XL-7 into an outlet on a different circuit than the television or

radio.

Consider installing a rooftop antenna with a coaxial lead-in between the

antenna and television set.

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- German

Wichtige Sicherheitsvorschriften

Erdungsinstruktionen

Gefahr

In Ländern ausserhalb den U.S.A. können andere Kabel oder Stecker notwendig werden. Zur Verminderung des Risikos von Feuer oder eines elektrischen Schlages übergebe man den Service an qualiﬁzierte Fachleute. Das Gerät niemals Regen oder Nässe aussetzen.

Das Gerät muss geerdet sein. Bei einem Defekt oder Ausfall bietet Erdung dem elektrischen Strom den Weg des geringsten Widerstandes und reduziert das Risiko eines Schlages. Dieses Gerät ist mit einem geerdeten Kabel und Stecker ausgerüstet. Der Stecker muss in eine passende, einwandfrei montierte und geerdete Steckdose in Übereinstimmung mit den örtlichen Vorschriften eingeführt werden.

Unvorschriftsgemässer Anschluss des Gerätes kann zum Risiko eines elektrischen Schlages führen. Im Zweifelsfalle über die ordnungsgemässe Erdung soll ein qualiﬁzierter Elektriker oder eine Serviecestelle beigezogen werden. Ändern Sie den mitgelieferten Stecker nicht. Sollte er nicht in die Steckdose passen, soll die einwandfreie Installation durch einen qualiﬁzierten Techniker erfolgen.

Vorsicht

Wird der XL-7 (Modell Nummer 7750)in einem Rackgestell montiert, muss ein offener 19-Zollrahmen verwendet werden.

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Unterhaltsin-

struktionen für anwender

XL-7 soll sauber und staubfrei gehalten werden. Das Gerät mit einem sauberen und säurefreien Tuch periodisch abreiben. Keine Lösungsoder Reinigungsmittel anwenden.

Schmieren und Justieren sind nicht notwendig. Bei weiteren Servicefragen wende man sich an eine qualiﬁzierte Service-

stelle.

Vorsicht

Dieses Symbol weist den

Anwender auf wichtige

Gebrauchs- und Service-

Vorschriften in den beilieg-

enden Drucksachen.

Dieses Symbol verweist auf

nicht-isolierte Stromspannungen im Geräte-Innern,

welche zu einem elektrischen

Schlag führen könnten.

Diese Gebrauchsanweisungen sind nur für qualiﬁzierte Techniker beabsichtigt. Um die Gefahr eines elektrischen Schlages zu vermeiden, sollen Sie keine Arbeit unternehmen, die nicht in diesen Instruktionen vorgeschrieben ist. Wenden Sie Sich bei weiteren Servicefragen an eine qualiﬁzierte Servicestelle.

INSTRUKTIONEN BETR. FEUERRISIKO, ELEKTROSCHOCK ODER VERLETZUNG VON PERSONEN

WARNUNG; Beim Einsatz elektrischer Geräte sollten folgende Vorsichtsmassregeln stets beachtet werden:

Lesen Sie vor dem Einschalten des XL-7 alle Instruktionen.

Zur Vermeidung von Verletzungsrisiken müssen Kinder bei eingeschaltetem XL-7 sorgfältig überwacht werden.

XL-7 nicht in der Nähe von Wasser in Betrieb nehmen -- z.B. in der Nähe von Badewannen, Waschschüsseln, auf nassen Gestellen oder am Swimmingpool.

XL-7 stets so aufstellen, dass seine Belüftung nicht beeinträchtigt wird.

XL-7 nicht in der Nähe von Hitze aufstellen, wie Heizkörper, offenem Feuer, Öfen oder von Backöfen.

XL-7 ausschliesslich mit einem Netzgerät gemäss Bedienungsanleitung und Gerätemarkierung verwenden.

Dieses Gerät kann bei Verwendung von Kopfhörern und Verstärkern hohe Lautpegel erzeugen, welche zu bleibenden Gehörschäden führen. Arbeiten Sie nicht während längerer Zeit mit voller Lautstärke oder hohem Lautpegel. Stellen Sie Gehörverlust oder Ohrenläuten fest, wenden Sie sich an einen Ohrenartz.

XL-7 kann mit einem polarisierten Kabelstecker (mit ungleichen Stiften) ausgerüstet sein. Das geschieht für Ihre Sicherheit. Können Sie den Stecker nicht in die Steckdose einführen, ändern Sie nicht den Stecker ab, sondern wenden Sie sich an einen Elektriker.

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Das Netzkabel des XL-7 bei längerem Nichtgebrauch aus der Steckdose

ziehen. Vermeiden Sie sorgfältig das Eindringen von Gegenständen oder

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Flüssigkeiten durch die Gehäuseöffnungen. Das Gerät soll durch qualiﬁzierte Serviceleute gewartet werden, falls:

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A. das Netzkabel beschädigt wurde, oder B. Gegenstände oder Flüssigkeit in das Gerät gelangten, C. das Gerät Regen ausgesetzt war, oder D. das Gerät nicht normal oder einwandfrei arbeitet, oder E. das Gerät stürzte oder sein Gehäuse beschädigt wurde.

Servicearbeiten sollten nur qualiﬁzierten Fachleuten anvertraut werden.

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DIESE INSTRUKTIONEN AUFBEWAHREN

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Foreign Language Warnings French

Instructions de Sécurité Importantes

Instructions de Mise à la Te r r e

Danger

Une utilisation dans des pays autres que les U.S.A. peut nécessiter l’usage d’un cordon d’alimentation différent. Aﬁn de réduire les risques d’incendie ou d’électrocution, référez-vous à un personnel de service qualiﬁé, et n’exposez pas cet appareil à la pluie ou à l’humidité.

Cet appareil doit être relié à la terre. Dans le cas d’une malfonction éventuelle, la terre fournit un passage de moindre résistance pour le courant électrique, réduisant ainsi les risques d’électrocution. Le XL-7 est équipé d’un cordon muni d’un conducteur et d’une ﬁche devant être branchée dans une prise appropriée et reliée à la terre en conformité avec les normes locales.

Une connexion incorrecte peut résulter en des risques d’électrocution. Vériﬁez avec un technicien qualiﬁé si vous avez des doutes quant à la connexion. Ne modiﬁez pas vous-même le cordon d’alimentation livré avec cet appareil; s’il ne rentre pas dans la prise, faites-en installer un autre par un technicien qualiﬁé.

Attention

Instructions de Maintenance

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Si le XL-7 (Model 7750) est installé dans un rack, utilisez un rack standard ouvert de 48.25cm.

Le XL-7 doit être maintenu propre et sans poussière. Nettoyez-le périodiquement à l’aide d’un chiffon propre et non-pelucheux. N’utilisez pas de solvants, ou d’autres produits de nettoyage.

Aucune lubriﬁcation et aucun réglage ne sont nécessaires de votre part.

Pour tout autre service, référez-vous à un personnel qualiﬁé.

Ce symbole vous alerte de la

présence d’instructions

importantes d’opération et

de maintenance dans la

notice accompagnant

l’appareil.

Ce symbole vous alerte de

la présence d’un voltage

non-isolé dangereux à

l’intérieur de l’appareil,

pouvant être d’une

magnitude sufﬁsante pour

constituer un risque

d’électrocution.

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Instructions Concernant les Risques d’Incendie, d’Electrocution, ou de Blessures Corporelles.

ATTENTION: Lorsque vous utilisez des appareils électriques, certaines précautions élémentaires doivent toujours être prises, incluant les suivantes:

Ces instructions de dépanage sont destinées uniquement aux personnes qualiﬁées. Aﬁn d’éviter les risques d’électrocution, n’effectuez que les opérations décrites dans ce manuel, à moins que vous ne soyez qualiﬁê pour cela. Faites effectuer toute r’eparation par une personne qualiﬁé.

Lisez bien toutes les instructions avant d’utiliser le XL-7.

Aﬁn de réduire les risques de blessures, une attention particulière est

nécessaire en la présence d’enfants en bas âge.

3. N’utilisez pas le XL-7 dans ou près d’endroits humides - par exemple

près d’une baignoire, d’un lavabo, dans les toilettes, dans une cave humide, sur un bar fréquenté, en présence d’un bull-dog en rut, ou dans une piscine pleine. Protégez cet appareil de tout liquide, éclaboussure ou fuite.

4. Le XL-7 doit être placé de façon à ce que sa position n’interfére pas avec

sa propre ventilation.

5. Le XL-7 doit être placé loin de sources de chaleur telles que des radia-

teurs, cheminées, fours, ou groupies en chaleur.

6. Le XL-7 doit uniquement être connecté à une alimentation du type

décrit dans les instructions d’opération et tel qu’indiqué sur l’appareil.

7. Une attention particulière doit être observée quant aux objets pouvant

tomber et aux liquides pouvant être versés sur et à l’intérieur de le XL-7.

8. Le XL-7 peut être équipé d’une ﬁche secteur polarisée (avec une broche

plus large que l’autre). C’est une mesure de sécurité. Si vous ne pouvez pas brancher cette ﬁche dans une prise, ne neutralisez pas cette sécurité. Contactez plutôt un électricien pour remplacer la prise obsolète.

9. Evitez de marcher sur le cordon d’alimentation ou de le coincer,

particuliêrement prês des prises de courant, des boitiers ‘electriques dt du point de sortie de l’appareil.

10. Le cordon d’alimentation de le XL-7 doit être débranché lorsque ce

dernier n’est pas utilisé pendant une longue période.

11. Cet appareil, combiné avec un ampliﬁcateur, des haut-parleurs, et/ou

un casque, est capable de générer des niveaux sonores pouvant occasionner une perte de l’ouïe permanente. Ne travaillez pas trop longtemps à un volume trop élevé ou même inconfortable. Si vous observez une perte de l’audition ou un bourdonnement dans les oreilles, consultez un O.R.L.

12. N’utilisez que les accessoires sp’eciﬁ’es par E-MU Systems.

13. Cet appareil doit être examiné par un personnel qualiﬁé lorsque:

A. Le cordon d’alimentation a été endommagé, ou

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14. Tout service doit être effectué par un personnel qualiﬁé.

SAUVEGARDEZ CES INSTRUCTIONS

B. Des objets sont tombés, ou du liquide a été versé sur/à l’intérieur de l’appareil, ou

C. Le XL-7 a été exposé à la pluie, ou D. Le XL-7 est tombé, ou E. Le XL-7 ne fonctionne pas normalement, ou afﬁche un

changement radical de performance.

Interférences Radio et Télévision

L’appareil décrit dans cette notice génére et utilise une énergie de fréquence-radio. S’il n’est pas installé et utilisé correctement - c’est à dire en suivant strictement nos instructions - il peut occasionner des interférences avec la réception d’une radio ou d’une télévision.

Cet appareil a été testé et est conforme aux normes de Classe A en accord avec les spéciﬁcations du paragraphe J de la section 15 des lois FCC. Ces lois sont désignées pour fournir une protection raisonnable contre de telles interférences dans une installation résidentielle. Toutefois, il n’est pas garanti qu’aucune interférence n’apparaisse dans des installations particulières, et plus spécialement lorsqu’une antenne de télévision en «oreilles de lapin» est utilisée.

Si le XL-7 occasionne des interférences , vous pouvez essayer de les corriger en utilisant une ou plusieurs des mesures suivantes:

• Tournez l’antenne de la télé ou de la radio jusqu’à ce que les interférences disparaissent.

• Déplacez le XL-7 d’un côté ou de l’autre de la télé ou de la radio.

• Eloignez le XL-7 de la télé ou de la radio.

• Branchez le XL-7 sur une prise différente que la télé ou la radio.

• Installez une antenne sur le toit munie d’une connexion coaxiale entre

elle et le poste de télévision.

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Declaration of Conformity

Manufacturer:

E-MU Systems 1600 Green Hills Road Scotts Valley, CA 95067-0015 USA

We hereby declare that the equipment listed herin conforms to the harmonized standards of the following European Commission Directives: 89/336/EEC and 72/23/EEC.

Trade Name: XL-7

Model Number: 7750

Under 89/336/EEC as amended by 92/31/EEC, and 93/68/EEC

In accordance with EN 55103-1:1996, Emission Environments E4

In accordance with EN 55103-2:1996, Immunity Environments E4

Test information is contained in a report by Atlas Compliance and Engineering, Inc.

Dated July 5, 2001

Report No.: 0126EMUx17_103

Under 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC

In accordance with EN 60950 with amendments A1, A2, A3, A4, A11

This Declaration is made July 5, 2001

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Setup

This section thoroughly describes how to set up your new XL-7 for use. Setup includes unpacking instructions, how to hook up the unit to your sound system and, most importantly, how to turn the thing on and off.

Unpacking Carefully remove XL-7 from the packaging material. Take care to save the

packing materials in case you need to transport the unit. Check to make sure all components are included and in good condition. If there are missing or damaged components, contact E-MU Systems immediately for replacement or repair.

The XL-7 box should include the following components:

• XL-7 unit

• Power cable

• This operation manual

• Command Station CD-ROM

The following optional accessories are NOT included with your XL-7, but are available from your E-MU dealer for a nominal fee:

• Model 7770 - Rack Mounting Ears

• Model 7771 - XL-7 Gig Bag

• Model 7773 - Locking 12VDC Lamp

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Setup

Basic Setup

Connection Instructions

Basic Setup

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

110V/220V

50-60 Hz

(auto-select)

MIDI Sound Module

SAMPLE

MASTER/GLOBAL

TRANSPOSE DIGITAL PROCESSINGSAMPLE MANAGEMENT

PRESET

MULTIMODE

PRESET MANAGEMENT DYNAMIC PROCESINGPRESET DEFINITION

VOLUME

Power

Switch

DRIVE SELECT LOAD SAVE AUDITION TRIGGER MODE

MIDI In

Main Outs to Mixer In

Amp

INC/YES

DEC/NO

ENTER

ESCAPE

Mixer

TRIGGERS

ABC

DEF

123

JKL

MNO

GHI

456

TUV

WXY

PRS

789

MIDI

Footswitch Footswitch

The Headphone

Output is located

on the Front Panel

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The Right Main output jack carries a mono mix of the left and right channels when the Left Main plug is not plugged in.

The Left Main output jack is a stereo jack carrying both channels when the right output jack is empty.

Speakers

Power Switch & AC Receptacle

The AC power switch located on the rear panel is a “hard” power switch. The front panel On/Off switch is a “soft” power switch that can be used to turn power on and off when the XL-7 is rack mounted. There is no 110/220 Volt power selector switch since XL-7 utilizes an auto-switching power supply which accepts from 100V-250V, 50-60Hz.

Outputs

In order to reproduce XL-7’s wide dynamic range and frequency response, use a high quality ampliﬁcation and speaker system and a stereo setup is highly desirable The headphone output is the same as the Main output signal. The headphone jack is located on the left side of the front panel.

Footswitches 1 & 2

Connect one or more momentary footswitches for additional control. XL-7 auto-senses either normally-open or normally-closed switches when they are plugged in. Their functions are programmable in the Controllers, Footswitch menu and the Preset Edit, PatchCord menu.

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Studio Setup

MIDI Controller

(MIDI Keyboard, etc.)

REAL TIME CONTROLLERS

ASSIGNABLE KEYS

SEQUENCER

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Setup

Studio Setup

PRESET

SAMPLE

LEVEL

EXIT

ENTER

PAGE

PRESET SELECT

RETURN

EMULATOR

0.987654321

MIDI OutMIDI In

Out

MIDI

Interface

channels

1A-16A

Computer

channels

1B-16B

Out

Additional

MIDI

Devices

MIDI In

Footswitches

Mixer

S/PDIF = Main Outs

Digital Audio Device

Amp

MIDI In

In this setup, XL-7 is controlled by MIDI messages received at the MIDI input, which are routed by a computer MIDI interface. Any MIDI controller, such as a MIDI keyboard or a computer, can control the module.

MIDI Out

XL-7 contains two MIDI output ports (A & B) so that it can transmit on 32 MIDI channels instead of the usual 16.Audio Outputs Three sets of programmable stereo outputs (Main, Sub 1, and Sub 2) are provided. The internal effects are available only on the Main outputs. Speciﬁc presets (or MIDI channels) can be routed to one of these stereo pairs in order to be processed further or mixed separately. The S/PDIF output duplicates the function of the main outputs.



Channels 01A-16A normally go to MIDI Out port A and channels 01B-16B normally go to MIDI Out port B.

Footswitches 1 & 2

The two footswitch inputs accept either normally-open or normally-closed momentary footswitches and are programmable in the Controllers, Footswitch menu and the Preset Edit, PatchCord menu.

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Setup

Performance Setup

MIDI Controller

(MIDI Keyboard, Sequencer)

REAL TIME CONTROLLERS

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

ASSIGNABLE KEYS

PRESET

SAMPLE

SEQUENCER

EMULATOR

MIDI Out

Send

Effect Device

LEVEL

EXIT

ENTER

PAGE

PRESET SELECT

RETURN

0.987654321

Send/Return

Main Outs to Mixer In

Additional

MIDI

Devices

MIDI In

Effect: Swirling Reverb Parameter Edit

Digital Effect

S/PDIF In

Volume Mix Data Entry Control 1 Control 2 Control 3 Control 4

Analog Out

Sub Output Return

(To Main Output)

Tip Ring

To Effect From Effect

SEND/RETURN CABLE

Signal is sent out on tip of plug and

returned to main outputs via ring of plug.

MIDI In

In this setup, XL-7 is additionally controlled by a MIDI keyboard.

MIDI Out

In this setup, XL-7 is controlling another MIDI sound module using its ‘“B” MIDI Port. MIDI data from the keyboard can be merged with XL-7‘s MIDI data and then be retransmitted out port B. See page 146.

Audio Outputs

The Sub 1 and Sub 2 output jacks are stereo jacks. The tip of each jack (accessed when a standard phone plug is inserted) connects to the left or right output of that group. The S/PDIF output is a digital copy of the stereo signal on the main outputs.

If you insert a stereo plug into one of the Sub Outputs, the ring of the plug serves as a signal Return which sums into the Main outputs.

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