Kurzweil ARTIS, ARTIS 7 User Manual [ru]
(includes the Artis7)
Part Number 910556-003 Rev.C
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triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER.
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
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to alert the user to the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the product.
IMPORTANT SAFETY & INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO THE RISK OF FIRE ELECTRIC SHOCK , OR INJURY TO PERSONS
WARNING: When using electric products, basic precautions should
always be followed, including the following:
1. Read all the Safety and Installation Instructions and Explanation
of Graphic Symbols before using the product.
2. This product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or
break down, grounding provides a path of least resistance for
electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This product
is equipped with a power supply cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into an appropriate outlet which is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
DANGER: Improper connection of the equipment-grounding
conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Do not modify the
plug provided with the product – if it will not t the outlet, have a
proper outlet installed by a qualied electrician. Do not use an
adaptor which defeats the function of the equipment-grounding
conductor. If you are in doubt as to whether the product is properly
grounded, check with a qualied serviceman or electrician.
3. Do not use this product near water – for example, near a bathtub,
washbowl, kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming
pool, or the like.
4. This product should only be used with a stand or cart that is
recommended by the manufacturer.
5. This product, either alone or in combination with an amplier and
speakers or headphones, 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 a level that is
uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in
the ears, you should consult an audiologist.
6. This product should be located so that its location or position
does not interfere with its proper ventilation.
7. The product should be located away from heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, or other products that produce heat.
8. The product should be connected to a power supply only of the
type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the
product.
9. This product may be equipped with a polarized line plug (one
blade wider than the other). This is a safety feature. If you are
unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact an electrician to
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of
the plug.
10. The power supply cord of the product should be unplugged
from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time. When
unplugging the power supply cord, do not pull on the cord, but
grasp it by the plug.
11. Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are
not spilled into the enclosure through openings.
12. The product should be serviced by qualied service personnel
when:
A. The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged;
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the
product;
C. The product has been exposed to rain;
D. The product does not appear to be operating normally or
exhibits a marked change in performance;
E. The product has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
13. Do not attempt to service the product beyond that described in
the user maintenance instructions. All other servicing should be
referred to qualied service personnel.
14. WARNING: Do not place objects on the product’s power supply
cord, or place the product in a position where anyone could trip
over, walk on, or roll anything over cords of any type. Do not
allow the product to rest on or be installed over cords of any type.
Improper installations of this type create the possibility of a re
hazard and/or personal injury.
RADIO AND TELEVISION INTERFERENCE
WARNING: Changes or modications to the instrument not expressly
approved by Young Chang could void your authority to operate the
instrument.
IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to accessories and/or
other equipment use only high quality shielded cables.
NOTE: This instrument has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This instrument
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this instrument does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the instrument off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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• Increase the separation between the instrument and the receiver.
• Connect the instrument into an outlet on a circuit other than the
one to which the receiver is connected.
• If necessary consult your dealer or an experienced radio/television
technician for additional suggestions.
The normal function of the product may be disturbed by strong
electromagnetic interference. If so, simply reset the product to resume
normal operation by following the instructions in the manual. If normal
function does not resume, please use the product in another location.
NOTICE
This apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise
emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference
Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
AVIS
Le present appareil numerique n’emet pas de bruits radioelectriques
depassant les limites applicables aux appareils numeriques de la
class B prescrites dans le Reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique
edicte par le ministere des Communications du Canada.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
ampliers) that produce heat.
9) 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 third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not t
into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specied by the manufacturer,
or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-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, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
Warning: To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. Do
not expose this equipment to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects lled with liquids, such as vases,
are placed on the equipment.
To completely disconnect this equipment from the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from
the AC receptacle.
This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Remarks: As with most electronic equipment, the outer cables may contain phthalate and the copper alloy
power plug contains lead.
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Contents
Introducing Artis ........................................ 1-1
Reading this guide with the Artis7 ............................................... 1-1
Contents
Main Features
Sounds
Keyboard and Controllers
Pedals (Optional)
Keeping the Artis up to date
Do You Have Everything?
Music Rack (Optional)
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Getting Started ........................................... 2-1
Before You Start… ......................................................................... 2-1
Quick Start
Using Artis
Start Up Details:
The Rear Panel............................................................................... 2-3
The AC Power Jack
The USB Ports
The MIDI (IN and OUT) Ports
The Pedal Jacks............................................................................ 2-4
The SW1 (Sustain) and SW2 Jacks
The CC Jack
The Audio (LEFT/MONO and RIGHT) Jacks
The Headphones Jack
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Connecting the Power Cable (Line Cord)
Connecting to Your Audio System
Connecting Pedals
Connecting a Single Switch Pedal
Connecting a Dual Switch Pedal
Connecting a Half Damper Pedal.................................................. 2-9
Connecting a Continuous Control Pedal
Connecting MIDI
Basic MIDI Hookup
Connecting More Sound Modules
Connecting to a Computer Sequencer
........................................................................ 2-7
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Selecting Programs and Multis
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Features of the Artis .................................. 3-1
Powering Up Defaults ................................................................... 3-1
Parameters Reset To Defaults At Power-On
Parameters Remembered After Power-On
The Front Panel
Pitch and Modulation Wheels
Pitch Wheel
Modulation Wheel
Real Time Control
Sliders
Zone Mute/Volume Buttons........................................................... 3-4
Switches
Foot Switches and Controllers
KB3 Buttons
Transpose & Variation Buttons
Transpose
Variation
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Master EQ
Save Button
Audio In
Mode Buttons
Program Button
Multi Button
Global Button
Navigation
The LCD Display
Previous (–) and Next (+) Value Buttons
Param / Channel Buttons
Alpha Wheel
Display Contrast Knob
Sound Select
CATEGORY
PROGRAM / MULTI
KB3 LED
Double Button Presses
Value Jump
Parameter Jump
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Reset Transposition
MIDI Program Change
Program Demo
Demo
Panic
Assign
........................................................................................... 3-17
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Enter + Zone (1–4) Button
Enter + Controller
Enter + Key
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Terminology ................................................ 4-1
The Operating Modes
Program Mode ............................................................................... 5-1
Multi Mode
Global Mode
Functions
The Split Function
The Layer Function
MIDI Program Change Function
PROG (Program)
PCH (MIDI Program) & BANK (MIDI Bank)
Demo Function
Program Demo Function
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Multi Edit Mode
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Program Mode ............................................ 6-1
About Program Mode .................................................................... 6-1
Selecting Programs
Program Demo
The Display
Pop Up Messages
Alpha Wheel & Previous (–) and Next (+) Value Buttons
Value Jump Buttons
Category & Program/Multi Buttons................................................ 6-5
Choosing Category Default Programs
Choosing Favorites
Transposition
Parameter Assignments
The Split Function
Prog (Split Program)
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Vol (Split Volume)
Key (Split Key)
Transpose (Split Transposition)
Saving a Split
The Layer Function
Prog (Layer Program)
Vol (Layer Volume)
Transpose (Layer Transposition)
Saving a Layer
Changing the Transmit MIDI Channel
Panic
Save & Delete User Programs
INFO
............................................................................................. 6-17
Changing ID Numbers................................................................. 6-18
Naming a User Program
Saving a User Program
Deleting User Programs
.............................................................................................. 6-22
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Multi Mode .................................................. 7-1
About Multi Mode .......................................................................... 7-1
Selecting Multis
The Display
Alpha Wheel & Previous (–) and Next (+) Value Buttons
Value Jump Buttons
Category & Program/Multi Buttons................................................ 7-4
Choosing Category Default Multis................................................. 7-4
Choosing Favorites
About Zones
Muting Zones
Transposition
The Split Function
Prog (Split Program)
Vol (Split Volume)
Key (Split Key)
Saving a Split
The Layer Function
Prog (Layer Program)
Vol (Layer Volume)
Saving a Layer
............................................................................. 7-2
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Save & Delete User Multis
.......................................................... 7-12
Changing ID Numbers................................................................. 7-13
Naming a User Multi
Saving a User Multi
Deleting User Multis
.................................................................... 7-14
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Multi Edit Mode ........................................... 8-1
About Multi Edit Mode ................................................................... 8-1
Contents
Selecting Parameters
The Display
Changing Zones
Param / Channel Buttons
Alpha Wheel & Previous (–) and Next (+) Value Buttons
Value Jump Double Button Press
Param Jump Double Button Press
Assign
Enter + Zone (1–4) Button
Enter + Controller
Enter + Key
Zone Parameters
MAIN Page
Program
MIDI Channel
Destination
Status
Entry Volume
Aux Send Level........................................................................... 8-9
KEYS Page
Transpose
Low Key
High Key
Low Velocity.............................................................................. 8-11
High Velocity
Note Map
MIDI Page
MIDI Bank
MIDI Program
Differing Program Numbers
Entry Program Change
Bank Mode................................................................................ 8-14
Bend Range Down.................................................................... 8-14
Bend Range Up
CTRLS Page
WHEEL page
SLIDER page
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PEDAL page
SWITCHES page
The Switch Parameters
Mode
Dest (Destination)
On Value
Off Value
Entry State
Exit State
Continuous Controller Parameters
Dest (Destination)
Entry Value
Exit Value.................................................................................. 8-22
COMMON Page
AuxFX
Aux FX Channel........................................................................ 8-23
KB3 Channel............................................................................. 8-24
Tempo
About Auxiliary Effects
Save and Delete User Multis....................................................... 8-26
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Global Mode ................................................ 9-1
About Global Mode ........................................................................ 9-1
Selecting and Editing Parameters
MASTER Page
.............................................................................................. 9-3
Tune
Velocity Map
.............................................................................................. 9-4
View
FX Select (FXSel)
Auto Power Off
Auto Power Off Time
Auto Power Off Message
Pedal Noise
Pedal Switch Overrides
CC Pedal Override
Rotary S/F Override
MIDI Page
Destination
Bank Select (BankSelect)
Program Change
Channel Enable (ChanEn)
Local Keyboard Channel (Local Key Channel)
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Program Mode
Multi Mode
Sysex ID
INFO Page
LOAD Page
Pressing LOAD
Selecting PC
Selecting Device
USB connection errors.............................................................. 9-16
STORE Page
Pressing STORE
RESET Page
Reset Global Mode parameters only (Soft Reset)
Reset Artis to its factory state (Hard Reset)
..................................................................................... 9-11
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System Mode ............................................ 10-1
Run Artis ...................................................................................... 10-2
System Update
Install using a USB ash drive
Install using a computer/tablet
............................................................................. 10-3
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Run Diagnostics
System Reset
System Utilities
Format Flash
Update Module
Restore Older
.......................................................................... 10-8
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Troubleshooting ....................................... 11-1
Maintenance ................................................................................. 11-1
Common Problems
Power Problems
Powers up, Display is Blank
Audio Problems
MIDI Problems
Pedal Problems............................................................................ 11-5
Switch Pedal Problems
Continuous Control and Half Damper Pedal Problems
If None of the Above...
Restoring Factory Defaults.......................................................... 11-6
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Diagnostics
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MIDI Implementation ..................................A-1
Physical Specications
Programs
KB3 Programs
Introducing KB3 Programs ...........................................................D-1
First Some History
Drawbars
KB3 Mode Buttons
Brake
Chorus/Vibrato
Percussion
KeyClick
Variation
.............................................................................................D-2
On/Off
Chor/Vib
Chorus/Vibrato Depth
Percussion On/Off
Percussion Loud/Soft..................................................................D-3
Percussion Decay F/S
Percussion Pitch H/L
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Index ............................................................. I-1
Chapter 1
Introducing Artis
Congratulations on your purchase of the Kurzweil Artis® Stage Piano!
This manual will help you get acquainted with your new instrument. Be sure to keep the
manual on hand as you continue to familiarize yourself with the features and functions of
the Artis.
Introducing Artis
Reading this guide with the Artis7
Reading this guide with the Artis7
This Getting Started Guide is designed to cover both the Artis and Artis7 Stage Pianos. Both
instruments share common features and the term “Artis” is used to cover a description of
both instruments. Where there are differences, we use the name “Artis7” to help instruct
owners of that instrument.
Main Features
The Artis Stage Piano is the beginning of the next generation of Kurzweil’s professional
performance instruments. It boasts hundreds of excellent preset sounds (including a new
German Grand Piano) already on-board and ready to be played with 128 voice polyphony.
Artis also includes our fully featured Kurzweil KB3 organ simulator (from our PC3 Series)
designed to emulate classic tone wheel organs like the Hammond B3.
The Artis is also a very capable MIDI controller ideally suited for controlling additional
sound modules and as input to a sequencer.
1-1
Introducing Artis
Main Features
Sounds
Keyboard and Controllers
The Artis has an 88-key fully-weighted hammer action keyboard (Artis7 has 76-key semi-
weighted keys) that provides you with a piano-like feel without adding excessive weight to
the instrument. The array of physical controllers includes:
• New German Grand Piano
• ROM sounds from Kurzweil’s acclaimed PC3 series
• Enhanced Kore64 ROM
• Full KB3 organ simulations with 9 sliders as drawbars
• 256 Factory Programs divided into 16 Categories
• 256 User slots to save your own Programs
• 256 Factory Multis
• 256 User slots to save your own Multis
• MP3 player audio input jack
• Full 128 voices of polyphony
• 9 assignable sliders
• 6 programmable switches
• A pitch wheel
• A modulation wheel
• 2 jacks on the rear panel for up to 4 optional switch pedals or 2 half damper pedals:
SW1 (Sustain) & SW2
• 1 jack on the rear panel for an optional continuous controller pedal: CC (Volume)
Pedals (Optional)
As described above, the Artis has three jacks on the rear panel for optional pedal controllers.
Two jacks for switch pedals, which are typically used to control two-state (i.e., on / off)
parameters such as sustain, sostenuto, and mute Zone. The third jack is for a continuous
control (or CC) pedal typically used to control multi-state (i.e., “continuous”) parameters
such as volume or wah.
Your Kurzweil dealer stocks the following pedals:
• FS-1 Standard box-shaped switch pedal
• KFP-1 Single piano-style switch pedal
1-2
• KFP-2S Double piano-style switch pedal unit (one stereo plug)
• CC-1 Continuous pedal
Keeping the Artis up to date
Be sure to check the Kurzweil Music Systems website at http://www.kurzweil.com for new
documentation and the latest software updates for Artis.
Do You Have Everything?
Your Artis package should contain the following in addition to your instrument:
• Power cable
• Switch pedal
• USB cable (Type-A-to-Type-B)
• 4 self adhesive feet (see page 2-1)
• Artis Musician’s Guide (this book)
If you don’t have any of these components, please contact your Kurzweil / Young Chang
dealer to get them.
Introducing Artis
Keeping the Artis up to date
Music Rack (Optional)
The optional KMR2 Music Rack attachment is a holder for sheet music or a computer tablet
device for the Artis. (Music Rack option can not be used with the Artis7.)
Contact your Kurzweil dealer for the KMR2 Music Rack.
Please refer to the instructions that come with the KMR2 on attaching the music rack to the
Artis.
1-3
Introducing Artis
Keeping the Artis up to date
1-4
Chapter 2
Getting Started
Getting a new keyboard is always exciting and the rst thing most users want to do is unpack
the keyboard and check things out. This chapter will help you hook up the Artis to your
sound system and MIDI system, give you a quick overview, and show you how to get some
sound out of the Artis.
Getting Started
Before You Start…
Before You Start…
Don’t connect anything until you make sure the Artis is properly and safely situated. If your
Artis keyboard has been out in the cold, give it time to warm up to room temperature before
starting it, since condensation may have formed inside.
Quick Start
1. Set the keyboard on a hard, at, level surface.
2. Four adhesive-backed rubber feet are provided with Artis. Carefully turn the keyboard
over onto a soft surface, remove the paper backing from the rubber feet and attach
them.
NOTE : Unless the instrument will always be used with a
keyboard stand, attachment of the rubber feet is strongly
advised. Otherwise protruding screws will scratch the tabletop
and may increase the key action sound.
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Getting Started
Quick Start
3. Connect the AC power cord to the Artis. Before plugging the cable into the power
4. Plug the power cable into the wall.
5. Plug the Switch Pedal into the marked SW1 (Sustain) Pedal jack on the Artis rear panel.
6. Connect stereo headphones to the headphone jack on the front left panel (Artis7 rear
7. Make sure your sound system is at a safe volume level. Also make sure that the Artis
outlet, check that the power is compatible with the Artis. The Artis runs on AC power
and works with voltages from 90 - 260 volts at 50–60 Hz (Artis7 is 100-240 volts at
50–60 Hz). The voltage level is detected and set automatically by the Artis. If your
power source does not have the standard three hole outlet, you should take the time to
install a proper grounding system. If your power outlet is not within these ranges it is
recommended you use an appropriate adaptor.
panel), or connect the audio outputs to your mixer or amplier inputs using standard
(1/4-inch) audio cables (use the Left out for mono). Balanced (“TRS” or “Stereo”)
cables are recommended if your mixer or amp supports balanced inputs.
MASTER VOLUME slider (on the far left side of the front panel) is all the way down.
Using Artis
1. Power up the Artis, and then raise the MASTER VOLUME slider, and mixer/amp
volume. Your Artis keyboard starts up in Program Mode by default. Press one of the
buttons under the “Mode” label to the right of the display to switch Modes.
Master Volume Slider Mode Selection
2. If you are connected to a mixing board and hear distortion, reduce the gain level on
your mixing board, or use the pad (a switch that decreases the input audio signal level, typically by
20dB) if it has one.
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3. Scroll through the Programs using the Alpha Wheel, the Previous and Next buttons, or
press a Category button to audition the sounds in Artis. Take note that initially there are
no Programs or Multis stored in the Favorites buttons.
Start Up Details: The Rear Panel
The Artis & Artis7 rear panel connections.
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Start Up Details: The Rear Panel
The AC Power Jack
Use the AC power jack to connect the Artis to the AC power supply.
The USB Ports
Use the USB ports to connect the Artis to a computer/tablet in order to do the following:
• Use the Artis as a MIDI controller to play software instruments on a computer.
• Use a computer program to sequence multitrack songs on the Artis.
• Use a computer/tablet to manage the user data contents of the Artis.
• Update the software and sounds of the Artis.
• Store custom Programs and Multis on a USB ash drive.
Be sure to check the Kurzweil Music Systems website at www.kurzweil.com for new
documentation and software updates before using your new instrument.
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Getting Started
Start Up Details:The Rear Panel
The MIDI (IN and OUT) Ports
Use the MIDI ports to communicate with other MIDI modules and controllers. The OUT
port is the MIDI transmitting port, and the IN port is the MIDI receiving port.
The Pedal Jacks
Use the three pedal jacks to connect controller pedals to Artis.
The SW1 (Sustain) and SW2 Jacks
Use the pedal jacks to connect switch pedals. A switch pedal is a physical controller typically
used to control two-state (i.e., “on / off”) parameters, such as sustain, sostenuto, and Mute
Zone.
It is possible to connect up to 2 dual switch pedals having a single stereo plug (Kurzweil
KFP-2S available separately) into the SW1 and SW2 jacks, (see Connecting a Dual Switch
Pedal on page 2-8) or up to 2 half damper pedals having stereo jacks.
NOTE : It is not recommended to plug CC pedals into the SW
inputs. Due to the exible switch pedal support, CC pedals
may not operate as expected in these inputs.
The CC Jack
Use the CC pedal jack to connect a continuous control (or CC) pedal. A CC pedal is a
physical controller typically used to control multi-state (i.e., “continuous”) parameters such
as volume or wah.
NOTE : Only CC pedals should be connected to the CC pedal
input.
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For more information on connecting pedals, see page 2-7.
Connecting the Power Cable (Line Cord)
The Audio (LEFT/MONO and RIGHT) Jacks
Use the LEFT/MONO and RIGHT audio jacks to connect th Artis to your audio
system. The Artis can use either balanced (TRS) or unbalanced (TS) cables. However it is
recommended to use balanced (TRS) cables where possible, and where your mixer or amp
supports balanced inputs.
The Headphones Jack
Use the HEADPHONES jack to listen to the Artis on stereo headphones.
The headphone jack is located on the left rear panel of the instrument on the Artis7, and on
the left front panel of the Artis.
You will need a 1/4-inch-to-1/8-inch adapter in order to use headphones that have a smaller
mini plug connector.
Connecting the Power Cable (Line Cord)
Getting Started
The Artis runs on AC power and works with voltages from 90 - 265 volts at 50–60 Hz. The
voltage level is detected and set automatically by the Artis. As you face the back of the Artis,
the power connection is on the right. First connect the power cable to the Artis, then plug
the power cable into a grounded outlet. If your power source does not have the standard
three hole outlet, you should take the time to install a proper grounding system. This will
reduce the risk of a shock.
Connecting to Your Audio System
After you’ve turned down the level on your sound system, connect the Artis analog audio
outputs to your sound system using a pair of balanced (TRS or “stereo”) or unbalanced
(TS or “mono”) audio cables. Unbalanced cables will always work, but if you’re going into
balanced inputs, use balanced cables for a better signal-to-noise ratio and a bit more volume
The Artis analog outputs are balanced.
You’ll nd two 1/4-inch balanced audio output jacks on the rear panel. Connect one end of
each audio cable to your mixing board or PA system inputs, and connect the other end to
the jacks marked Left (Mono) and Right on the rear panel of the Artis. If you have only one
input available, use the Artis’ Left (Mono) output to get the full signal in mono. Use the jack
marked Headphones to listen to Artis on headphones. When headphones are plugged in,
sound still comes through the Left and Right audio jacks.
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Getting Started
Connecting Pedals
Artis connected to powered speakers and headphones
Artis connected to a mixer, powered speakers and headphones
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Connecting Pedals
Plug your switch, dual switch, half-damper or continuous control pedals into the
corresponding jacks on Artis rear panel. We recommend using the Kurzweil pedals described
in Pedals (Optional) on page 1-2. However you can use almost any switch or continuous
control pedal that adheres to the following specications.
Switch Pedals
Getting Started
Connecting Pedals
1/4 inch tip-sleeve (mono) plug or, 1/4 inch tip-ring-sleeve plug
congured as dual switches (TS and RS) or 2 terminal continuous
pedal (half-damper).
Continuous Control
(CC) Pedals
10 kΩ linear-taper potentiometer, 1/4 inch tip-ring-sleeve (stereo)
plug with the wiper connected to the tip.
Pedals are all independently assignable within each Zone of every Multi.
Here are the default control settings for the three pedals used by Artis:
SW 1 Pedal Sustain (MIDI 64)
SW 2 Pedal Sostenuto (MIDI 66)
CC Pedal Expression (MIDI 11)
NOTE : Ensure that pedals are plugged in before powering up the
Artis and do not step on the switch pedals when powering up, as the
pedal type and state of the pedal is detected as part of the power up
sequence.
Connecting a Single Switch Pedal
When a single switch pedal is plugged into the SW1 Pedal jack on the rear panel, a single
switch pedal will, by default, act like a sustain pedal. When a single switch pedal is plugged
into the SW2 Pedal jack, the single switch pedal will, by default, act like a sostenuto pedal.
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Getting Started
Connecting Pedals
Of course this can be changed by programming, as described in Multi Mode on page 7-1.
The default assignments of the pedals can also be overridden in Global Mode as described
on page 9-6.
If you are not using a Kurzweil switch pedal, make sure it’s connected before you turn on
the Artis. This ensures that the pedal will work properly (it might function in reverse—off
when it’s down and on when it’s up—if you turn on your Artis before plugging in the pedal).
Similarly, don’t press any of your switch pedals while powering up, as the Artis veries each
pedal’s orientation during power-up. If you’re pressing a pedal, you might cause it to work in
reverse.
See Switch Pedal Problems on page 11-5 if you are having trouble with your switch pedal.
Connecting a Dual Switch Pedal
You can connect a dual switch pedal with a single stereo plug, such as the Kurzweil KFP-2S,
into the SW1 Pedal and SW2 Pedal jacks. Both SW1 and SW2 can support a dual pedal each
allowing up to 4 pedals to be utilized by the Artis. These are enumerated as SW1a, SW1b,
SW2a and SW2b. The Artis will recognize dual pedals that are wired as TS and RS, such as
the KFP-2S.
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If you’re not familiar with traditional piano technique, the sostenuto (center) pedal on a
grand piano allows one to hold chords in the bass while continuing to play the melody
without the latter notes sustaining. Any keys that are down when you depress the pedal will
sustain when you let go of the keys, but new notes played afterward will not be sustained.
Releasing the pedal puts things back to normal. Of course it can be programmed to do other
functions as well.
Connecting a Half Damper Pedal
Half Damper pedals where the wiper is connected to the tip (such as the KORG DS-1H™)
can be connected to the SW1 and SW2 inputs on the rear panel. Some pedals have the
wiper connected to the ring, and these pedals will require an adaptor to work with the Artis.
Half damper pedals can be used to control external software and sound modules via MIDI,
enabling ner control of sustain than a standard switch pedal.
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Connecting Pedals
Connecting a Continuous Control Pedal
A continuous control pedal can be very useful for controlling volume, wah, or other effects
by foot.
The Kurzweil CC-1 continuous control pedal will work best with the Artis, but it is also
possible to use third-party continuous control pedals designed for synthesizers.
NOTE : Using a third-party continuous control pedal / volume pedal
may or may not be satisfactory depending on how it is constructed.
See Continuous Control and Half-Damper Pedal Problems on page 11-5 if you are having
trouble with your continuous control pedal.
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Getting Started
Connecting Pedals
The defaults assignment for the Switch Pedals is summarized in the table below.
Pedal Single Switch Default Dual Switch Default
SW1a
Sustain (MIDI CC#64)
SW1b Sostenuto (MIDI CC#66)
SW2a
Sostenuto (MIDI CC#66)
SW2b Soft (MIDI CC#67)
CC Expression (MIDI CC# 11) Expression (MIDI CC#11)
Sustain (MIDI CC#64)
Sostenuto (MIDI CC#66)
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Connecting MIDI
In addition to being a performance-suited musical instrument, the Artis is a powerful, but
easy to use MIDI controller. For descriptions of how to customize the Artis as a MIDI
controller, and how to use its MIDI controller capabilities to their fullest potential, see Multi
Mode on page 7-1.
Basic MIDI Hookup
To use the Artis as a MIDI controller for another sound module, use a MIDI cable to
connect the MIDI port marked “Out” to the MIDI input port of the module that you want
to control.
Getting Started
Connecting MIDI
To control the Artis using another MIDI controller, use a MIDI cable to connect the MIDI
port marked “In” to the MIDI output port of the controller that you will be using.
Connecting More Sound Modules
In order to connect multiple sound modules to be controlled by a single MIDI controller,
the Artis must either be :
(1) Used as the controller.
(2) Or the last module in the MIDI daisy chain.
The reason is because the Artis does not include a Thru MIDI port; however, this simply
means that the Artis must be at the start or at the end of the MIDI daisy chain.
Using the Artis as the controller, connect the MIDI Out port of the MIDI In port of the
rst module, and then connect that module’s MIDI Thru port to the input of the next
module, and so on, until the last module is connected.
The MIDI chain should end in the MIDI In port of the last module.
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Getting Started
Connecting MIDI
Scenario 1: Artis as the MIDI controller
Scenario 2: Artis as the last module in the MIDI chain
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Connecting to a Computer Sequencer
To connect the Artis to a computer/tablet, simply connect Artis using the provided or
compatible cable.
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