Kurzweil Music Systems ExpressionMate User's Guide
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xpression
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ser’s Guide
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and Kurzweil, ExpressionMate, MIDIScope, K2500, and K2000 are trademarks of Young Chang Co. All other
products and brand names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Product
features and speciÞcations are subject to change without notice.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY & INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR
WARNING
1. Read all of the Safety and Installation Instructions before using the product.
2. Do not use this product near water — for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, in a
wet basement, near a swimming pool, or the like.
3. This product, in combination with external equipment that is connected to an amplifier 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 at a level that is uncomfortable.
If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, consult an audiologist.
4. Place the product so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation.
5. Keep the product away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, or other products that
produce heat.
6. Connect the product to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or
as marked on the product.
7. If the product will be unused for a long time, unplug the power supply cord from the outlet. When
unplugging the power supply cord, do not pull on the cord, but grasp it by the plug.
8. Make sure that objects do not fall and that liquids do not spill into the enclosure through openings.
9. This product is 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. This product should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:
11. Do not try to service the product beyond what is described in the user maintenance instructions.
Refer all other servicing to qualified service personnel.
12.
position where anyone could trip over, walk on, or roll anything over cords of any type. Do not let the
product rest on or be installed over cords of any type. Improper installations of this type create the
possibility of a fire hazard and/or personal injury.
WARNING:
could void your authority to operate the instrument.
IMPORTANT:
quality shielded cables.
NOTE:
vice, 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.
• Increase the separation between the instrument and the receiver.
• Connect the instrument to 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.
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.
- When using electric products, always follow basic precautions, including the following:
A. The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the product; or
C. The product has been exposed to rain; or
D. The product does not appear to be operating normally or exhibits a marked change in perfor-
mance; or
E. The product has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
WARNING
- Do not place objects on the product's power supply cord, or place the product in a
RADIO AND TELEVISION INTERFERENCE
Changes or modifications to this instrument not expressly approved by Young Chang
When connecting this product to accessories and/or other equipment use only high
This instrument has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital de-
INJURY TO PERSONS
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Contents
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1: Introducing the ExpressionMate......................................1
Welcome!................................................................................................1
ExpressionMate Overview......................................................................1
The Ribbon......................................................................................1
Other Cool Stuff..............................................................................1
The Arpeggiator...............................................................................2
MIDI Merging.................................................................................2
K2000 and K2500 Users .................................................................2
How to Use This Book....................................................................2
2: Getting Started................................................................... 3
Unpacking the Unit.................................................................................3
Quick Start..............................................................................................3
Placement and Connections....................................................................5
Placing the ExpressionMate............................................................5
On a Flat Surface......................................................................5
On a Microphone Stand with the Bracket................................5
Placing and Connecting the Ribbon Controller...............................6
The Rear Panel ................................................................................7
Power Switch............................................................................7
Breath Jack...............................................................................7
SP1/CC Jack.............................................................................7
SP2 Jack ...................................................................................7
MIDI Ports................................................................................7
Power Jack................................................................................7
Connecting Pedals...........................................................................8
A Special Note About Switch Pedals.......................................8
Connecting a Breath Controller.......................................................8
Connecting the ExpressionMate to Your MIDI Gear......................9
Basic MIDI Hookup.................................................................9
Connecting Two MIDI Devices.............................................10
Connecting Several MIDI Devices ........................................10
Connecting the Power Supply.......................................................11
Powering Up.........................................................................................11
Setting the MIDI Channels...................................................................11
User Interface Basics............................................................................12
The Front Panel .............................................................................12
The Display ............................................................................12
Data Knob, - and + Buttons....................................................12
Cursor Buttons........................................................................13
Exit Button .............................................................................13
Store Button............................................................................13
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Learn Button...........................................................................13
Controller Button....................................................................13
Arpeggiator Button.................................................................13
Global Button.........................................................................14
SW1 and SW2........................................................................14
Panic Button...........................................................................14
Front Panel LEDs...................................................................14
Setups....................................................................................................15
Selecting Setups.............................................................................16
Basic Selection.......................................................................16
Using Setup Lists ...................................................................16
Changing Setups with MIDI ..................................................17
Playing Setups...............................................................................17
Basic Technique.....................................................................17
Touching The Ribbon At More Than One Point....................18
Getting Back to Play Mode...................................................................19
Troubleshooting....................................................................................20
But It Still Doesn’t Work .......................................................20
3: Editing and Creating Setups .......................................... 21
The Controller Editor............................................................................21
Getting Around.....................................................................................22
Jump Selection .......................................................................23
Intuitive Entry ........................................................................23
Changing the Current Zone...........................................................24
Compare ........................................................................................24
Setting a Zone’s MIDI Channel............................................................24
Stacking Zones ..............................................................................25
Ribbon Configuration Parameters ........................................................25
Split ........................................................................................26
Mode.......................................................................................27
Spring (Sprg)..........................................................................27
Controller Editing.................................................................................28
Continuous Controllers ..........................................................30
Switch Controllers..................................................................31
Virtual Controllers..................................................................31
Continuous Controller Parameters........................................................32
Destination (Dest)..........................................................................33
Curve (Curv)..................................................................................33
Curve Amount (CrvAm)................................................................33
Scale (Scal)....................................................................................34
Offset (Offs) ..................................................................................35
Resolution (Res)............................................................................37
Entry (Entr) and Exit Values.........................................................37
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Entry Value ............................................................................37
Exit Value...............................................................................38
Ribbon Assignment Parameters............................................................38
AuxD......................................................................................39
Breath (BRTH) Parameters...................................................................39
Continuous Control Pedal (CCPD) Parameters....................................40
Switch Controller Parameters...............................................................40
Switch Type (Type).......................................................................40
On Destination (On D), Off Destination (Off D) ..........................41
On Value (On V)...........................................................................41
Off Value (Off V)..........................................................................42
Entry (Entr) and Exit States...........................................................42
Switch Pedal (SP) Parameters ..............................................................42
Panel Switch (SW) Parameters.............................................................43
Virtual Controllers................................................................................43
Fixed Controller (FIX) Parameters.......................................................43
MIDI Remap Controller (MAP) Parameters ........................................44
Note Processing Parameters .................................................................45
Note Velocity Features...........................................................45
Continuous Controller Note Parameters ................................46
ROM Scales...................................................................................47
About The Harmonic Scale....................................................47
About The Arpeggiator Latch Scales.....................................47
The MIDI Destination List ...................................................................48
Special Function Controllers ................................................................52
Pitch Bend (PBend+).....................................................................52
Reverse Pitch Bend (PBend-)........................................................52
Pitch Bend Up or Down (PBend / and PBend\) ............................53
Channel Pressure (ChnPrs)............................................................53
Program Change (PrgChg)............................................................53
Zone Transpose (ZnXpos).............................................................54
Note Controller Destinations
(13Note, 37Note, SclLen, Note #).................................................54
Controller 40 (13Note / Note #) and
Switch or Fixed Controllers ...................................................55
Note Offset (NotOfs).....................................................................55
Note Velocity (NotVel).................................................................55
Note Switch (NoteSw)...................................................................56
Arpeggiator Controllers.................................................................56
MIDI Message Strings (MMsg1–6) ..............................................56
Controller Order....................................................................................56
Saving Your Work and Exiting ............................................................57
Naming, Storing, and Exiting...............................................................57
The Store Button............................................................................57
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The Exit Button .............................................................................58
Editing Hints and Suggestions..............................................................59
Do These Parameters Always Mean Something? .........................59
Do I Need All Those Controllers?.................................................59
Assigning a Message to Multiple Controllers...............................60
4: The Arpeggiator...............................................................61
Arpeggiator Quick Start........................................................................61
The Arpeggiator Editor.........................................................................61
Arpeggiator parameters ........................................................................62
Real Time Control of Arpeggiator Parameters..............................63
Tempo (Tempo).............................................................................63
Key range (Low Key, High Key) ..................................................64
Enable Switch (Enable Sw)...........................................................64
Note Source (Note Src) .................................................................64
Beats (Beats)..................................................................................65
Note Duration (Note Dur) .............................................................65
Latch Mode (LatchMode)..............................................................66
Latch Modes that use controller #49:.....................................67
Latch Modes that do not use controller #49:..........................67
Latch Modes that Resync the Clock:......................................67
Latch Modes that do not Resync the Clock: ..........................67
Ctlr#49 and Latch Modes.......................................................68
Note Order (NoteOrder) ................................................................71
Shift Amount (Shift Amt)..............................................................72
Shift Limit (ShiftLimt)..................................................................72
Limit Option (Limit Opt)...............................................................72
Glissando (Glissando) ...................................................................73
Note Velocity (Note Vel) ..............................................................73
Rhythm Select (RhythmSel)..........................................................74
Transpose (Transpose)...................................................................74
5: Global Functions.............................................................75
Getting Around.....................................................................................76
Global Parameter Set............................................................................76
Contrast..........................................................................................77
Drum Sync.....................................................................................77
RBN Dir.........................................................................................78
MIDI Merging...............................................................................79
MainMrgTo and Aux MrgTo.................................................79
MainMgOpt and AuxMrgOpt ................................................80
A Word About SysEx and Merging.......................................80
Merge Unprocessed (MergUnPro) ................................................81
Arp Clock ......................................................................................81
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Send Clock (Send Clks).................................................................81
Program Change Parameters .........................................................81
Ext PgmCh .............................................................................81
Pgm BkLSB, Pgm BkMSB....................................................82
ZxNotesIn...............................................................................82
ZxMCtlsIn..............................................................................82
SYS EX ID....................................................................................82
SysEx Ers.......................................................................................83
Exiting Global Edit Mode .............................................................83
Other Global Objects............................................................................83
User Scales............................................................................................83
User Rhythms .......................................................................................84
Entering the Rhythm Editor ...................................................86
Setup Lists ...........................................................................................87
Setup Map.............................................................................................88
Saving and Reloading Setups ...............................................................88
Saving Setups (SysEx Dumps)......................................................89
Cancelling a SysEx Dump......................................................90
Loading Factory Setups.................................................................90
Loading User Setups......................................................................91
MIDIScope ...........................................................................................92
MIDIScope: Overview...........................................................92
MIDIScope: Detailed Operation & Screens...........................93
Exiting a Global Editor or Utility..................................................96
6: Messages, Troubleshooting, and Diagnostics .............97
Warning and Error Messages................................................................97
Low Battery...................................................................................97
Memory Failure.............................................................................97
Diagnostics ...........................................................................................98
Before You Begin..........................................................................98
Entering Diagnostics .....................................................................98
User Controls Diagnostic ..............................................................99
Buttons Test............................................................................99
Spinknob Test.......................................................................100
SP1/CC Test (CC Pedal or Switch Pedal)............................100
SP2 Test (Switch Pedal Only)..............................................101
Breath Controller Test..........................................................102
Ribbon Test ..........................................................................102
MIDI Test....................................................................................103
Battery Replacement...........................................................................105
Before You Begin........................................................................105
Opening the Unit .........................................................................105
Removing the Cover....................................................................106
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Replacing the Battery..................................................................106
Replacing the Cover....................................................................107
Powering Up................................................................................107
A: Sending MIDI Messages............................................... 109
Special Function Bytes................................................................111
Data Format Codes......................................................................112
Using the MIDI String Editor......................................................112
B: ExpressionMate ROM Setups...................................... 115
Editing Program Change Messages....................................................116
Programming Conventions for Setups................................................117
Setup Descriptions..............................................................................118
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Young Chang Distributors
Contact the nearest Young Chang ofÞce listed below to locate
your local Young Chang/ Kurzweil representative.
Young Chang America, Inc.
P.O. Box 99995
Lakewood, WA 98499-0995
Tel: (253) 589-3200
Fax: (253) 984-0245
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Introducing the ExpressionMate
ExpressionMate Overview
Chapter 1
Introducing the ExpressionMate
Welcome!
Congratulations, and thank you for purchasing a Kurzweil/
Young Chang ExpressionMate. YouÕve got your hands on a
powerful and fun MIDI controller, arpeggiator, and MIDI merger.
This manual will get you started with your new instrument.
YouÕll deÞnitely want to keep the manual handy as you become
an advanced user, too.
ExpressionMate Overview
The ExpressionMate lets you be more expressive with your MIDI
instruments, in live performances and in the studio.
The Ribbon
For starters, the ExpressionMate has a MIDI Ribbon controller.
You may already own MIDI instruments that have wheels,
joysticks, and pedals. These let you add lots of expressive touches
to your sounds, including vibrato, volume swells, and pitch
bends, to name a few.
The ExpressionMateÕs Ribbon lets you do all of that, plus has its
own unique abilities. For instance, you can create realistic pitch
bends when imitating instruments like trombone or violin,
because the Ribbon resembles a slide or a string. The Ribbon is
also great when you want to ÒjumpÓ to a certain point, rather
than moving a wheel or pedal through its entire range. You can
even use the Ribbon to play notes on your instrument.
Other Cool Stuff
The ExpressionMate has other controls too, including jacks for
pedals and a breath controller. The ExpressionMate can also
change incoming MIDI Controller messages into different kinds
of Controller messages. It even has ÒvirtualÓ controllers that send
MIDI messages automatically.
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Introducing the ExpressionMate
ExpressionMate Overview
The Arpeggiator
If you miss having an arpeggiator on your MIDI instrument,
youÕll have a blast with the ExpressionMateÕs Arpeggiator. It can
turn MIDI notes into simple broken chords, wild rhythmic
patterns, and anything in between.
MIDI Merging
The ExpressionMate has two MIDI interfaces. You can use these
to merge two incoming streams of MIDI data with the data
generated in the ExpressionMate. For example, you could
connect two keyboards to the ExpressionMate, play notes on
either keyboard while using the ExpressionMateÕs Ribbon, and
send all the information into a sequencer or a MIDI sound
module.
K2000 and K2500 Users
K2000 users can create 5 Zone Setups with an ExpressionMate or
use the ExpressionMate to add Setup features previously
available only to K2500 users, such as velocity remapping and
note mapping. K2500 users will be interested to learn that the
ability to play notes from the ribbon is more versatile on the
ExpressionMate.
How to Use This Book
The ExpressionMate
and running quickly. If you know MIDI already, and you know
pretty much what you want to do with the ExpressionMate, read
Quick Start on page 3. If you need some more help on using the
ExpressionMateÕs many advanced features, you should read all
of Chapter 2 and Chapter 3. The remaining two chapters deal
with some global functions, plus advanced troubleshooting and
diagnostics.
Also, donÕt forget to check our web site:
http://www.youngchang.com/kurzweil
for any late-breaking information on the ExpressionMate and
other Kurzweil products.
Above all, have fun, and make lots of great music with your
ExpressionMate!
UserÕs Guide
is designed to help you get up
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Chapter 2
Getting Started
This chapter will help you hook up your ExpressionMate and
learn its basic functions.
Unpacking the Unit
The box that your ExpressionMate ships in contains the
following:
The ExpressionMate
•
•
Ribbon controller
UserÕs Guide
•
AC adapter
•
•
Microphone stand mounting bracket
Adhesive-backed foam strip
•
•
Hook-and-loop fastener (three pads)
Getting Started
Quick Start
Be sure to keep the box and packing materials, in case you need
to ship the unit for any reason.
Quick Start
We recommend that you read through this whole chapter at some
point. However, if you want to start exploring your new
instrument right away, follow these steps:
1. Carefully remove all the contents of the box.
2. Place the ExpressionMate and the Ribbon controller on a
table or other ßat, stable surface. Plug the RibbonÕs cable into
the ÒControllerÓ jack on the ExpressionMateÕs right end.
3. Plug one end of a MIDI cable into the ExpressionMateÕs rearpanel ÒMain OutÓ port. Plug the other end of the cable into
the MIDI In port of the device or instrument that you want to
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Getting Started
Quick Start
play. Then plug one end of a second MIDI cable into the
ExpressionMateÕs rear-panel ÒMain InÓ port. Finally, plug the
other end into your instrumentÕs MIDI Out port.
4. Use the AC adapter to plug the ExpressionMate into an
electrical outlet. Then press the rear-panel power switch to
turn the ExpressionMate on. DonÕt be alarmed if you see
ßashing LEDs when you turn the ExpressionMate on, they
just indicate that the Arpeggiator is active on the current
Setup.
5. Turn the receiving MIDI instrument on, make sure that itÕs in
Multi Mode, and make sure that there are programs on MIDI
channels 1 through 3. If your instrument doesnÕt have a Multi
Mode, set it to receive on channel 1.
6. If you are using a MIDI instrument as both the controller and
the sound source (that is, you are not sending the
ExpressionMateÕs output to an external sound module), turn
Local Control Off on your keyboard. Otherwise you will get
double note events on some Setups.
7. Set your MIDI instrument to General MIDI (GM) mode. If
your instrument is not GM compatible, some of the Setups
will call up ÒrandomÓ programs on channels 1 Ð 3. In this
case, you may want to turn off the receiving of program
changes on those channels.
8. Start playing! Touch the Ribbon and buttons while you play
some notes on your MIDI instrument.
To try different Setups, turn the data knob or press the - and +
buttons on the front panel. A complete list of the Setups starts
on page 115 of this manual. For starters, check out Setup 3,
ÒBig Strum.Ó Play a chord on your MIDI instrument, then run
your Þnger up and down the ribbon to hear the effect. You do
not need to hold the notes on the keyboard. They are
remembered until you strike a new chord. Simply strike a
chord, play the ribbon, then strike another chord and play the
ribbon again.
For more in-depth instructions on setting up and using the
ExpressionMate, keep reading this chapter.
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Getting Started
Placement and Connections
Placement and Connections
Placing the ExpressionMate
On a Flat Surface
You can place the ExpressionMate on a table, an equipment rack,
or on any keyboard with a ßat, open area on its front panel (such
as a PC88 or a K2000 keyboard).
On a Microphone Stand with the Bracket
The ExpressionMate includes a bracket for mounting the unit on
top of a microphone stand. Follow these steps to use the bracket:
1. Screw the bracket onto the top of the mic stand.
2. Fit the ExpressionMateÕs left bracket holes onto the bracketÕs
two left-hand tabs. Then lower the right end onto the
remaining tab.
3. Tighten the bracketÕs thumb screw so that it holds the
ExpressionMate Þrmly in place on the bracket.
Screw Hole
ExpressionMate
MADE IN KOREA
12VDC
0.4A
SERIAL #
Product of: Young Chang Co., Ltd.
CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.
RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY
(2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE
MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND
FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE
FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE
Mounting Holes
Attach Bracket to Top of Mic Stand
Figure 2-1. Mounting Bracket assembly.
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Getting Started
Placement and Connections
Placing and Connecting the Ribbon Controller
The Ribbon controller can rest on any ßat surface, but you may
Þnd it easiest to play if itÕs right in front of you. If your keyboard
has enough space on its front panel, you can place the Ribbon just
above the keys.
Note:
By default, the Ribbon sends higher values toward its
right end (the end with the cable). If you want the
cable on the left, and you still want the same response,
read ÒRBN DirÓ on page 78.
You can use the included adhesive-backed foam strip (which
attaches to the bottom of the ribbon), or the hook-and-loop
fastener pads to hold the Ribbon in place. However, donÕt attach
these to surfaces that become damaged easily, such as painted or
Þnished wooden surfaces. Also, we suggest that you attach the
hook half of the hook-and-loop pads to the bottom of the ribbon
and the loop (softer) half to the mounting surface. This will
prevent small mammals from becoming stuck to your keyboard.
When the Ribbon is where you want it, plug the unconnected end
of the cable into the ÒControllerÓ jack on the ExpressionMateÕs
right side.
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Figure 2-2. Connecting the Ribbon.
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Getting Started
Placement and Connections
The Rear Panel
Here are brief descriptions of the rear panel connectors.
M
1 / CC
SP
B
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S
SP
2
ain
In
Thru
Out In
MIDI
Power Switch
Press this to turn the ExpressionMate on or off.
Breath Jack
Plug a breath controller into this jack.
SP1/CC Jack
Connect either a CC (continuous control) pedal or a switch pedal
to this jack.
A
ux
Out
12VDC
0.4A
SP2 Jack
Plug a switch pedal into this jack.
MIDI Ports
Use these ports to connect the ExpressionMate to other MIDI
devices or instruments.
Power Jack
Plug the included AC adapter into this jack.
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Getting Started
Placement and Connections
Connecting Pedals
The ExpressionMate has two rear-panel jacks for connecting
pedal controllers. You can connect a switch pedal to SP2, and
either a switch pedal or a CC (continuous control) pedal to SP1/
CC. To work correctly, the CC pedal must be one that uses a 10K
linear potentiometer.
A Special Note About Switch Pedals
The ExpressionMate works with both normally-open switch
pedals, and normally-closed pedals (such as those made by
Roland, Yamaha, and other Japanese manufacturers). If a pedal is
plugged in when you turn the power on, the ExpressionMate
detects which kind of pedal it is.
If you hold down a switch pedal while the ExpressionMate
powers up, you will reverse the ExpressionMateÕs response to the
pedal. In other words, you might end up sustaining notes when
your foot is
Therefore, you should avoid touching the pedals until the startup
screen disappears.
off
the pedal, instead of when you push down.
1 / CC
SP
witch / CC Pedals
S
SP
2
Turning the power off and back on again will set the pedals back
to normal, as long as you donÕt touch them.
Connecting a Breath Controller
If you have a Yamaha or equivalent breath controller, connect it to
the rear-panel Breath jack.
B
reath
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Getting Started
Placement and Connections
Connecting the ExpressionMate to Your MIDI Gear
There are lots of ways to connect the ExpressionMate to your
MIDI devices. WeÕve chosen to show two simple, effective
conÞgurations that should give you ideas for your own MIDI
studio or rig. You can use the conÞgurations as printed, or
modify them for your own needs. (If you play MIDI guitar or
some other instrument besides the keyboard, donÕt be offended.
Just use your axe as the master controller.)
M
ain
In
Thru
Out In
MIDI
Basic MIDI Hookup
Connect the ExpressionMateÕs Main Out jack to the MIDI In jack
of the device that you want to control (such as a keyboard, sound
module, or computer). Then connect the other deviceÕs MIDI Out
jack to the ExpressionMateÕs Main In jack. Turn Local Control Off
on your keyboard.
A
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Figure 2-3. Connecting the ExpressionMate to one MIDI device.
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Getting Started
Placement and Connections
Connecting Two MIDI Devices
You can connect a master controller, a MIDI sound module, and
the ExpressionMate as shown here.
Out
3
Sections
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Figure 2-4. Connecting the ExpressionMate to two MIDI devices.
Connecting Several MIDI Devices
You might have sound modules and a computer with a MIDI
interface. HereÕs one arrangement that lets you play everything
in your studio from a master controller and the ExpressionMate.
Etc.
In
Out
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Figure 2-5. Connecting the ExpressionMate to several MIDI devices.
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Setting the MIDI Channels
Connecting the Power Supply
Use the included AC adapter to plug the ExpressionMate into an
electrical outlet.
Powering Up
Once you have everything hooked up properly, press the power
switch to turn the ExpressionMate on. The screen will display a
message similar to this one for four seconds:
ExpressionMate
P1=V P2=O C=RBBN
HereÕs what the bottom line means:
• P1 is Pedal 1. It will equal V if a CC Pedal is plugged into the
SP1/CC jack, O if a normally-open switch pedal is plugged
in, or C if a normally closed switch pedal is plugged in. If
nothing is plugged in, V will be displayed.
• P2 is Pedal 2. It will equal O if a normally open switch pedal
is plugged into the SP2 jack, or C if a normally closed
(Roland type) pedal is plugged in. If nothing is plugged in, O
will be displayed.
• C is the controller plugged into the Controller jack on the right
side of the unit. It will always read RBBN, unless Kurzweil
introduces other controller types in the future. If nothing is
plugged in, RBBN will also be displayed.
If you see a different message, such as ÒLow BatteryÓ or
ÒMemory FailureÓ, refer to Chapter 6 for more information.
Setting the MIDI Channels
Every Setup has three Zones that send out MIDI information
when you play the Ribbon or use the Panel Switches and pedals.
In many of the Factory Setups, each Zone is set to a separate
MIDI channel. To take advantage of all three Zones, make sure
that the receiving instrument is in ÒMulti Mode,Ó (which is the
default mode for most modern instruments) and that there are
programs on channels 1 through 3. You can choose any programs
you want of course, but you might have more fun if each channel
plays a different sound.
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User Interface Basics
If you have two or more instruments, you can set each one to
receive on its own channel, so that each ExpressionMate Zone
controls a different instrument. You can also set several
instruments to the same channel, so that a single Zone can control
multiple programs on different instruments.
If the receiving instrument can only play on one MIDI channel at
a time, set it to receive on channel 1, 2, or 3.
User Interface Basics
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The Display
The display shows you what Setup youÕre playing, what
parameter youÕre editing, or what options you can choose during
certain tasks. It displays other information too.
Data Knob, - and + Buttons
Use these to scroll through Setups in Play mode, and to change
values when you edit Setups.
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Cursor Buttons
The cursor buttons (< and >) just below the display let you
choose Setups from Setup Lists. While editing Setups, you can
press these buttons simultaneously to jump to the next group of
parameters.
The cursor buttons also function as ÒsoftÓ buttons. Options like
Yes, No, OK, and Reload will appear above the buttons at certain
times, like when loading and saving Setups. When this happens,
press the cursor button thatÕs under the option you want.
Exit Button
When youÕre editing the ExpressionMate parameters, you can
press the Exit button to leave the editor and return to Play mode.
Store Button
When youÕre editing Setups, you can press Store at any time to
name and save the Setup youÕre working on. If youÕre in Play
mode, pressing Store lets you rename or move the current Setup.
See page 57 for more information on naming and saving Setups.
See page 89 for more information on SysEx dumps.
Learn Button
The Learn button lets you perform ÒIntuitive Entry,Ó which
speeds up certain editing tasks. See page 23 for details on using
Intuitive Entry and the Learn button.
Controller Button
Pressing this button takes you into the Controllers Editor, where
you change how the Ribbon, pedals, buttons, and breath
controller behave in the current Setup.
Arpeggiator Button
Pressing this button takes you into the Arpeggiator Editor, where
you deÞne how the Arpeggiator will play in the current Setup.
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Global Button
While in Play mode, pressing this button brings up the Global
Select screen. You can then edit Global parameters (which affect
all Setups) or perform several utilities. While editing a Setup, the
Global button works as a Compare button, letting you switch
between the original, unedited Setup and the newly-edited
Setup.
SW1 and SW2
These are the two panel switches. You can use them to start and
stop the Arpeggiator, play notes, send program changes, or to do
other things.
Panic Button
When you press SW1 and SW2 simultaneously, they act as a
Panic button, which clears up stuck notes, reinitializes the
arpeggiators, and resets the Ribbon and other controllers. The
ÒInternalÓ LED will light for about 5 seconds (or until you release
the buttons) and the ExpressionMate will send the following
messages:
• All Notes Off, All Sound Off, and Reset All Controllers
messages on each channel of the Main Out port, then the
same for Aux Out port.
• Note Off messages for every note of every channel of the
Main Out port, then the same for the Aux Out port.
Front Panel LEDs
Every time you choose a new Setup, youÕll see the various LEDs
on the front of the unit lighting up. Here is a description of each:
• The ÒInternalÓ LED lights up when the ExpressionMate
generates MIDI messages. This can happen when you play
the Ribbon, buttons, pedals, or the Breath controller, or when
you send Entry and Exit values by changing Setups.
• The ÒExternalÓ LED shows that the ExpressionMate is
receiving MIDI messages at either of its two MIDI In ports,
Main or Aux. It should light up when you send external
controllers, or notes to the Arpeggiator.
• The Ò3 SectionsÓ and Ò1 SectionÓ LEDs show whether the
Ribbon is conÞgured as one or three sections.
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Setups
• The Zone LEDs above the Controller button light when you
press the button to enter the Controller Editor. They show
which one of the ExpressionMateÕs three Controller Zones
youÕre working with. (Some edit parameters affect all three
Zones, in which case all three LEDs will light up.)
• The Zone LEDs above the Arpeggiator button light when you
press the button to enter the Arpeggiator Editor. They show
which one of the ExpressionMateÕs three Arpeggiators youÕre
working with. (Some edit parameters affect all three
Arpeggiators, in which case all three LEDs will light up.)
These LEDs also ÒwinkÓ for each beat if that zoneÕs
Arpeggiator is active.
• The SW1 and SW2 LEDs light whenever you press the
buttons to turn them on. If a buttonÕs mode is Toggle, the
LED will stay lighted until you press the button again to turn
it off. If the buttonÕs mode is Momentary, the LED will stay
lighted until you release the button.
Note that the LED will only show the buttonÕs mode, Toggle
or Momentary, for Zone 1 of the current Setup.
Setups
With the ExpressionMate, you play what are called Setups. Each
Setup contains information that tells the Ribbon, buttons, pedals,
breath controller, and Arpeggiator how to behave.
The ExpressionMate comes with several Factory Setups that you
can use right away. Factory Setups are stored permanently in
ROM (Read-Only Memory) so you never have to worry about
losing them.
Setups that you create and save are User Setups. These are stored
in battery-backed memory, so they wonÕt be erased when you
turn the ExpressionMate off. When youÕre ready to create your
own User Setups, read Chapter 3.
Note: A memory failure or a drained battery can erase User
Setups, so you should back them up regularly. See
page 89 for steps on doing this.
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Setups
Selecting Setups
Basic Selection
After the ExpressionMate starts up for the Þrst time, youÕll see a
screen such as this:
SU 3
Big Strum
This is the main ÒPlay modeÓ screen. At the top-left is the number
of the currently selected Setup. Below that is the Setup name. You
use the data knob and the - and + buttons to change Setups.
Jump Value
Using Setup Lists
Pressing the < or > buttons lets you choose a Setup from one of
three Setup Lists.
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If you press either button while in Play mode, the screen will
change to this:
SU 3 LS1 STEP1
Big Strum |
The top line now shows the Setup number on the left, followed
by the current List and the current Step within that List. Press the
< and > buttons together to go to the next List, and press either <
or > to change the current Step.
Setup Lists let you organize Setups so that theyÕre easier to Þnd
during live performances. For instance, if you use the same Þve
Setups every time you play out, you could create a list containing
those Þve Setups. (See page 87 for steps on doing this.)
Moving the data knob or pressing the - and + buttons takes you
out of the Setup Lists.
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Setups
Changing Setups with MIDI
You can use MIDI program changes to select the ExpressionMate
Setups. When you send a program change, the Play mode screen
will show the program change number in the upper-right hand
corner:
SU 3 MIDI123
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To be able to change Setups with program changes, you need to
set the Ext PgmCh parameter in the Global Menu to a speciÞc
MIDI channel, and then send your program changes on that
channel. For more on receiving MIDI program changes, see
ÒProgram Change ParametersÓ on page 81 and ÒSetup MapÓ on
page 88.
Playing Setups
As you go through the Factory Setups, try out the Ribbon and the
front-panel buttons to hear what they do. Many of the Factory
Setups were programmed to send modulation and Pitch Bend
messages, among others. Depending on how your MIDI
instrument is conÞgured, you may hear changes in pitch,
brightness, or volume.
Basic Tec hnique
There is no correct way to play the ExpressionMate, but youÕll
probably Þnd yourself playing your instrument with one hand,
and playing the ExpressionMate with the other.
If you have connected pedals or a Breath controller, youÕll have
some other controls too. You can also use the ExpressionMate
with a sequencer to control tracks during playback or while
recording.
Refer to the list of Setups near the end of this manual to see how
the buttons and Ribbon function in each setup.
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Setups
Touching The Ribbon At More Than One Point
You can touch the Ribbon in two or more places at once.
However, there are a few things to realize when you do this:
1. When the Ribbon is in single-section mode, play only in one
of the three marked smaller sections at any time. In other
words, if you press down on the left end and slide up and
down the entire Ribbon with the other hand, the Ribbon
wonÕt respond correctly.
Right
Wrong
2. When there are three or more points of contact, any points in
the center will have no effect on the RibbonÕs output. For
instance, if you touch the Ribbon with the Þrst, second, third,
and fourth Þngers on one hand, only the Þrst and fourth
Þngers will have any effect.
Only Outside Points
of Contact Respond
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Getting Back to Play Mode
3. The two outside points of contact should be less than about 5
inches apart. If your Þngers are more than 5 inches apart, the
other two sections wonÕt work properly.
5” or less
Getting Back to Play Mode
If while exploring you get lost in the ExpressionMateÕs editing
menus, press the Exit button several times to get back to Play
mode. If youÕre really stuck, you can always turn the
ExpressionMate off and back on again (though you might lose
changes you made to the current setup).
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
If youÕre not getting sound from your instrument, or if the
ExpressionMate doesnÕt seem to be doing anything, try the
following:
Problem Solution
No sound from the
receiving instrument(s).
Ribbon, pedals, or breath
controller behave
strangely or don’t respond
at all.
Sound comes out of
receiving devices, b ut they
don’t respond to the
ExpressionMate.
W arning message (such as
“Replace Battery!” or
“Memory Failure”)
appears on startup.
But It
If you connected everything properly and went through all of the
Troubleshooting steps, but things still arenÕt working right, donÕt
panic. Your MIDI instrument may be conÞgured in such a way
that the ExpressionMate does unpredictable things to it, or has no
effect at all. Read Chapters 3 and 4 to learn how to change the
ExpressionMateÕs settings so that your instrument responds
exactly as you choose.
Still
Doesn’t Work
Make sure that the ExpressionMate, the other
instruments, and your mixer and speakers or
headphones are all plugged in and turned on.
Check the volume on the receiving instrument and
on your mixer or speakers.
Check that the Ribbon, pedals, and breath
controller are all connected properly. Make sure
that the Ribbon’s cable comes out of the right end
as you face it. If pedals are plugged in, don’t press
on them while the startup screen is displayed.
Make sure that you’ve connected the
ExpressionMate’s Main MIDI Out to the MIDI In
port on the first receiving device in the chain, and
that this device is set to receive on MIDI channels
1 through 3 (or channel 1 only). If the problem
continues, try a new MIDI cable.
See Chapter 6 for steps on clearing up the
problem.
You can also use the built-in diagnostic software to check you
pedals, breath controller, and ribbon for proper operation. See
Chapter 6.
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