Roland AT 45 Service Manual

Owner’s Manual

Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” (Owner’s manual p. 2), “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (Owner’s manual p. 3), and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (Owner’s manual p. 5). These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, Owner’s manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.

Copyright © 2004 ROLAND CORPORATION

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any

form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

ATTENTION: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral 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.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING - When using electric products, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

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 a dry cloth.

7.Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.

8.Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) 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. When the provided plug does not fit 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 specified by the manufacturer.

12.Never use with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table except as specified 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 qualified 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.

For the U.K.

IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE.

BLUE: NEUTRAL

BROWN: LIVE

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.

The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED. Under no circumstances must either of the above wires be connected to the earth terminal of a three pin plug.

USING THE UNIT SAFELY

Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly.

Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly.

* Material damage refers to damage or other adverse effects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets.

The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.

The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the unit must never be disassembled.

The ● symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out. The specific thing that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the powercord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.

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•Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual.

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002a

• Do not open or perform any internal modifications on the unit.

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003

•Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts within it (except when this manual provides specific instructions directing you to do so). Refer all servicing to your retailer, the nearest Roland

Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

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• Never use or store the unit in places that are:

• Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near a heating duct, on top of heat-generating equipment); or are

•Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors); or are

•Humid; or are

•Exposed to rain; or are

•Dusty; or are

•Subject to high levels of vibration.

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•Make sure you always have the unit placed so it is level and sure to remain stable. Never place it on

stands that could wobble, or on inclined surfaces.

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•The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions, or as marked on the rear panel of unit.

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•Use only the attached power-supply cord. Also, the supplied power cord must not be used with any other device.

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•Do not excessively twist or bend the power cord, nor place heavy objects on it. Doing so can damage the cord, producing severed elements and short circuits. Damaged cords are fire and shock

hazards!

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•This unit, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and headphones or 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, you should

immediately stop using the unit, and consult an audiologist.

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•Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit.

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012a:

•Immediately turn the power off, remove the power cord from the outlet, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page when:

•The power-supply cord, or the plug has been damaged; or

•If smoke or unusual odor occurs

•Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been spilled onto the unit; or

•The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise has become wet); or

•The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.

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•In households with small children, an adult should provide supervision until the child is capable of following all the rules essential for the safe operation of the unit.

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•Protect the unit from strong impact. (Do not drop it!)

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•Do not force the unit’s power-supply cord to share an outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices. Be especially careful when using extension cords—the total power used by all devices you have connected to the extension cord’s outlet must never exceed the power rating

(watts/amperes) for the extension cord. Excessive loads can cause the insulation on the cord to heat up and eventually melt through.

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016

•Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service

Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

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•Do not put anything that contains water (e.g., flower vases) on this unit. Also, avoid the use of insecticides, perfumes, alcohol, nail polish, spray

cans, etc., near the unit. Swiftly wipe away any liquid that spills on the unit using a dry, soft cloth.

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101a

•The unit should be located so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper venti-

lation.

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102b

• Always grasp only the plug on the power-supply

cord when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

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103a:

•At regular intervals, you should unplug the power plug and clean it by using a dry cloth to wipe all dust and other accumulations away from its prongs. Also, disconnect the power plug from the power outlet whenever the unit is to remain unused for an extended period of time. Any accumulation of dust between the power plug and

the power outlet can result in poor insulation and lead to fire.

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•Try to prevent cords and cables from becoming entangled. Also, all cords and cables should be placed so they are out of the reach of children.

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•Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the unit.

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• Never handle the power cord or its plugs with wet

hands when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

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108d: Selection

•If you need to move the instrument, take note of the precautions listed below. At least two persons are required to safely lift and move the unit. It should be handled carefully, all the while keeping it level. Make sure to have a firm grip, to protect yourself from injury and the instrument from damage.

•Check to make sure the knob bolt securing the unit to the stand have not become loose. Fasten them again securely whenever you notice any loosening.

•Disconnect the power cord.

•Disconnect all cords coming from external devices.

•Raise the adjusters on the stand.

•Close the lid.

•Remove the music rest.

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109a

• Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the outlet (p. 17).

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110a

• Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning

in your area, pull the plug on the power cord out of the outlet.

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116

• Be careful when opening/closing the lid so you do

not get your fingers pinched (p. 16). Adult supervision is recommended whenever small children

use the unit.

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•When removing the music rest’s attachment screws and the screws, knob bolts and caps used for assembling the stand, be sure to keep them somewhere out of the reach of children to prevent any child from accidentally swallowing these

parts.

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Important Notes

291b

In addition to the items listed under “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on pages 2

and 3, please read and observe the following:

Power Supply

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•Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is being used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by an inverter (such as a refrigerator, washing machine, microwave oven, or air conditioner), or that contains a motor. Depending on the way in which the electrical appliance is used, power supply noise may cause this unit to malfunction or may produce audible noise. If it is not practical to use a separate electrical outlet, connect a power supply noise filter between this unit and the

electrical outlet.

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•Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the power to all units. This will help prevent malfunctions

and/or damage to speakers or other devices.

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•Although the LCD and LEDs are switched off when the POWER switch is switched off, this does not mean that the unit has been completely disconnected from the source of power. If you need to turn off the power completely, first turn off the POWER switch, then unplug the power cord from the power outlet. For this reason, the outlet into which you choose to connect the power cord’s plug should be one that is within easy reach.

Placement

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•Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equipment containing large power transformers) may induce hum. To alleviate the problem, change the orientation of this unit; or move it farther away from the source of inter-

ference.

352a

•This device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such

receivers.

352b

•Noise may be produced if wireless communications devices, such as cell phones, are operated in the vicinity of this unit. Such noise could occur when receiving or initiating a call, or while conversing. Should you experience such problems, you should relocate such wireless devices so they are at a greater distance from this unit, or switch

them off.

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•Observe the following when using the unit’s floppy disk drive. For further details, refer to “Before Using Floppy Disks” (p. 6).

•Do not place the unit near devices that produce a strong magnetic field (e.g., loudspeakers).

•Install the unit on a solid, level surface.

•Do not move the unit or subject it to vibration while

the drive is operating.

354b

•Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near devices that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed vehicle, or otherwise subject it to temperature extremes. Also, do not allow lighting devices that normally are used while their light source is very close to the unit (such as a piano light), or powerful spotlights to shine upon the same area of the unit for extended periods of time. Excessive heat can deform or discolor the unit.

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•When moved from one location to another where the temperature and/or humidity is very different, water droplets (condensation) may form inside the unit. Damage or malfunction may result if you attempt to use the unit in this condition. Therefore, before using the unit, you must allow it to stand for several hours, until the condensation

has completely evaporated.

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•Do not allow rubber, vinyl, or similar materials to remain on the unit for long periods of time. Such objects can

discolor or otherwise harmfully affect the finish.

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•Do not allow objects to remain on top of the keyboard or pedal board. This can be the cause of malfunction, such as

keys ceasing to produce sound.

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•Do not paste stickers, decals, or the like to this instrument. Peeling such matter off the instrument may damage the exterior finish.

Maintenance

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•To clean the unit, use a dry, soft cloth; or one that is slightly dampened. Try to wipe the entire surface using an equal amount of strength, moving the cloth along with the grain of the wood. Rubbing too hard in the same area can

damage the finish.

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•Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.

Repairs and Data

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•Please be aware that all data contained in the unit’s memory may be lost when the unit is sent for repairs. Important data should always be backed up on a floppy disk, or written down on paper (when possible). During repairs, due care is taken to avoid the loss of data. However, in certain cases (such as when circuitry related to memory itself is out of order), we regret that it may not be possible to restore the data, and Roland assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.

Additional Precautions

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•Please be aware that the contents of memory can be irretrievably lost as a result of a malfunction, or the improper operation of the unit. To protect yourself against the risk of loosing important data, we recommend that you periodically save a backup copy of important data

you have stored in the unit’s memory on a floppy disk.

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•Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of data that was stored on a floppy disk once it has been lost. Roland Corporation assumes no liability concerning

such loss of data.

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•Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks

and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.

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• Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.

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•A small amount of noise may be heard from the display during normal operation.

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Important Notes

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•When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the connector itself—never pull on the cable. This way you will avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cable’s

internal elements.

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• A small amount of heat will radiate from the unit during normal operation.

558a

•To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit’s volume at reasonable levels. You may prefer to use headphones, so you do not need to be concerned about

those around you (especially when it is late at night).

559b

•When you need to transport the unit, pack it in shockabsorbent material. Transporting the unit without doing so can cause it to become scratched or damaged, and

could lead to malfunction.

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• Do not apply undue force to the music rest while it is in use.

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•Use a cable from Roland to make the connection. If using some other make of connection cable, please note the following precautions.

•Some connection cables contain resistors. Do not use cables that incorporate resistors for connecting to this unit. The use of such cables can cause the sound level to be extremely low, or impossible to hear. For information on cable specifications, contact the manufac-

turer of the cable.

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•Before opening or closing the keyboard lid, always make sure that no pets or other small animals are located on top of the instrument (in particular, they should be kept away from the keyboard and its lid). Otherwise, due to the structural design of this instrument, small pets or other animals could end up getting trapped inside it. If such a situation is encountered, you must immediately switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the outlet. You should then consult with the retailer from whom the instrument was purchased, or contact the nearest Roland Service Center.

Before Using Floppy Disks

Handling the Floppy Disk Drive

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• Install the unit on a solid, level surface in an area free from vibration.

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•Avoid using the unit immediately after it has been moved to a location with a level of humidity that is greatly different than its former location. Rapid changes in the environment can cause condensation to form inside the drive, which will adversely affect the operation of the drive and/or damage floppy disks. When the unit has been moved, allow it to become accustomed to the new

environment (allow a few hours) before operating it.

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•To insert a disk, push it gently but firmly into the drive— it will click into place. To remove a disk, press the EJECT button firmly. Do not use excessive force to remove a disk

which is lodged in the drive.

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•Never eject a disk while reading or writing is in progress, since that can damage the magnetic surface of the disk, rendering it unusable. (The disk drive’s indicator will light up at full brightness when the drive is busy reading or writing data. Ordinarily, the indicator will be less

brightly lit, or be extinguished.)

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•Remove any disk from the drive before powering up or down.

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•To prevent damage to the disk drive’s heads, always try to hold the floppy disk in a level position (not tilted in any direction) while inserting it into the drive. Push it in

firmly, but gently. Never use excessive force.

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•To avoid the risk of malfunction and/or damage, insert only floppy disks into the disk drive. Never insert any other type of disk. Avoid getting paper clips, coins, or any other foreign objects inside the drive.

Handling Floppy Disks

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•Floppy disks contain a plastic disk with a thin coating of magnetic storage medium. Microscopic precision is required to enable storage of large amounts of data on such a small surface area. To preserve their integrity, please observe the following when handling floppy disks:

•Never touch the magnetic medium inside the disk.

•Do not use or store floppy disks in dirty or dusty areas.

•Do not subject floppy disks to temperature extremes (e.g., direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle). Recommended temperature range: 10 to 50° C (50 to 122° F).

•Do not expose floppy disks to strong magnetic fields,

such as those generated by loudspeakers.

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•Floppy disks have a “write protect” tab which can protect the disk from accidental erasure. It is recommended that the tab be kept in the PROTECT position, and moved to the WRITE position only when you wish to write new data onto the disk.

Rear side of the disk

Write

(can write new data onto disk)

	Write Protect Tab	Protect
		(prevents writing to disk)

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•The identification label should be firmly affixed to the disk. Should the label come loose while the disk is in the

drive, it may be difficult to remove the disk.

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•Store all disks in a safe place to avoid damaging them, and to protect them from dust, dirt, and other hazards. By using a dirty or dust-ridden disk, you risk damaging the

disk, as well as causing the disk drive to malfunction.

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•Disks containing performance data for this unit should always be locked (have their write protect tab slid to the “Protect” position) before you insert them into the drive on some other unit (except the PR-300, or a product in the HP-G, MT, KR, or Atelier families), or into a computer’s drive. Otherwise (if the write protect tab remains in the “Write” position), when you perform any disk operations using the other device’s disk drive (such as checking the contents of the disk, or loading data), you risk rendering the disk unreadable by this unit’s disk drive.

* GS ( ) is a registered trademark of Roland Corporation.

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* XG lite ( ) is a registered trademark of Yamaha Corporation.

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*All product names mentioned in this document are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

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Main Features

Basic concepts of the ATELIER series

A full complement of organ sounds

A wide range of basic organ sounds, ranging from jazz organ and pipe organ to theatre organ, are onboard so you are sure to enjoy having access to all the sounds you expect from an organ.

Panel layout based on a tradition of emphasis on realtime operation

Based on the idea that you should be able to sit down and begin playing immediately, the operation buttons of the panel are arranged by function as dictated by classic organ traditions, ensuring easy and intuitive operation. All models of the ATELIER series feature the same operability, allowing you to start playing immediately even if you switch models.

High-quality sounds that you can use without editing

In addition to a full range of organ sounds, high-quality sounds such as strings and brass are also included onboard. You can simply select sounds and enjoy playing the organ—no need to perform complicated editing operations.

Expansive lower keyboard with damper pedal for piano-like expressiveness

Piano is indispensable to the performance of contemporary music. On the ATELIER series, the lower keyboard features an expanded range that gives you the expressive power of a piano. The keyboard also features half-damper pedal capability and initial touch sensitivity, both indispensable for piano performance.

All models provide high-quality grand piano sounds.

Design utilizes your existing music data

The ATELIER series is designed so that even on new models, you will feel right at home and can begin playing immediately. Data compatibility has also been carefully taken into account, and song data or registration data from earlier models can be used without change.

Music styles from around the world

Many of the best-loved musical styles from around the world (rhythm and automatic accompaniment patterns) are built in, allowing you to enjoy an international range of performances.

Utilizes SMF music files

Compatible with GM2, the world standard in SMF music files, and equipped with its own floppy disk drive, the AT-45 brings you access to the wealth of SMF music files available on the market. You can also mute parts, allowing you to practice the part for each hand separately, and enjoy performing ensemble with the music files.

Features

Highly Realistic Rhythms and Automatic Accompaniment Functions

All rhythms use data from performances by professional drummers, featuring high-quality patterns with all the grooves and subtle nuance of the real thing. In addition, you can use automatic accompaniments that are perfectly matched to each rhythm to enjoy the feeling of playing with your own band in the background.

Newly developed Active Expression sounds

For some of the sounds, moving the expression pedal will vary not only the volume but also the tone, or add other sounds. From pianissimo to fortissimo, the tonal character of the sound itself will change as you perform a crescendo, or strings may appear behind the piano, creating dynamic changes in tonality.

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Main Features

Human voices

In addition to a full complement of organ tones, the AT-45 also features tones that express a wide range of human vocal qualities, including “Jazz Scat,” which changes according to how firmly the keys are pressed, and “Classical” tones that perfectly express that choir image.

“Music Assistant” functions

The “Music Assistant” function makes it easy to recall appropriate rhythm and sound settings simply by selecting a desired atmosphere for your song.

Registration Buttons

The AT-45 features eight highly visible and intuitive buttons for calling up registrations, which allow you to switch among tone and rhythm settings instantly. Furthermore, these are located between the upper and lower manuals for better access when performing in real time.

Harmony Intelligence

The Harmony Intelligence function automatically adds harmony to the upper keyboard sound according to the chord you play in the lower keyboard. This gives you greater tonal depth and a more powerful performance.

Rhythm Customize Function Lets You Arrange the Internal Rhythms

You can use the “Rhythm Customize” function to edit the internal rhythms, for example by adding a single cymbal at the end or changing the drum tone in a pattern.

64-note lower keyboard for plenty of range

Features a full 64 keys in the Lower keyboard, starting from the A note just like a piano, making it easier to perform corresponding piano pieces on this instrument.

You can split the keyboard and use it to play a solo voice. You can also use the Drum/SFX function to assign drum sounds to the entire Lower keyboard.

Notation display in the LCD screen

The large LCD screen allows recorded data or loaded music data to be displayed as a musical notation. You can enjoy the convenience of playing from a notation, or checking the notation of a song you recorded.

Furthermore, the instrument features a color LCD panel for great visibility and comfortable operation.

Robust Reproduction Capabilities—Even the Low Notes and Reverb

A powerful low end and rich, enveloping reverberation are major characteristics of the organ.

The instrument’s 25 cm speaker and speaker box brings out all the lows, and then some. And reverb featuring RSS technology produces the profound ambience and full presence found in a cathedral.

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Contents

USING THE UNIT SAFELY......................................................................................................................	3
Important Notes..........................................................................................................................................	5
Main Features..........................................................................................	7
Panel Descriptions................................................................................	14
Before You Start Playing......................................................................	16
Opening/Closing the Lid........................................................................................................................	16
Setting Up the Music Rest .......................................................................................................................	16
Connecting the Power Cord....................................................................................................................	17
Turning the Power On and Off ..............................................................................................................	17
Turning On the Power..................................................................................................................	17
Turning Off the Power .................................................................................................................	17
Using Headphones...................................................................................................................................	18
Using a Microphone.................................................................................................................................	18
Restoring All the Factory Default Settings ...........................................................................................	19
Restoring All Settings Other Than the User Memory to the Original Factory Settings.................	20
About the Display .................................................................................	22
Understanding the Main and Related Screens .........................................................................	22
Convenient Functions ..........................................................................	26
Listening to the Demo Songs ..................................................................................................................	26
Music Assistant Function ........................................................................................................................	28
Music Assistant Search.................................................................................................................	30
About the Quick Guide function............................................................................................................	32
About the Index menu..................................................................................................................	32
Chapter 1 Selecting and Playing Sounds ...........................................	34
Selecting Voices ........................................................................................................................................	34
About the Voices and Parts .........................................................................................................	34
Functions of the Upper/Lower/Pedal Bass Sound Select Buttons .......................................	35
Selecting the Upper and Lower Voices ......................................................................................	36
Selecting Pedal Bass Voice ...........................................................................................................	37
Selecting Solo Voice ......................................................................................................................	38
Selecting a Voice Using the [Others] Button .............................................................................	39
Performing with a Human Voice................................................................................................	41
Performing with an Active Expression Voice ...........................................................................	43
Adjust the Volume Balance.....................................................................................................................	44
Transpose the Pitch in Octave Units (Octave Shift) ............................................................................	46
Playing Drum Sounds or Sound Effects from the Entire Lower Keyboard (Drums/SFX) ...........	48
Changing Drums/SFX Sets .........................................................................................................	49
Sustaining Notes Played on the Lower Keyboard (Lower Hold) .....................................................	50
Chapter 2 Using Rhythm Performance ...............................................	51
Selecting a Rhythm...................................................................................................................................	51
Using Rhythms Stored in User Memory ...................................................................................	52
Rhythm Search...............................................................................................................................	53

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Contents
Playing Rhythm ........................................................................................................................................	55
Starting at the Press of a Button ..................................................................................................	55
Starting the Rhythm Automatically When You Play the Lower Keyboard or Pedalboard
(Sync Start) .....................................................................................................................................	56
Stopping the Rhythm....................................................................................................................	57
Changing a Rhythm’s Tempo.................................................................................................................	57
Playing the Count Sound at the End of the Intro ................................................................................	58
Playing Rhythm and Automatic Accompaniment ..............................................................................	58
Adding Variety to the Rhythm or Automatic Accompaniment........................................................	59
Changing the Arrangement of the Accompaniment (Style Orchestrator)............................	59
Playing Chords with Simple Fingering.................................................................................................	60
Leading Bass Function.............................................................................................................................	62
A Simple Way to Make Automatic Accompaniment Settings (One Touch Program) ...................	64
Using a Rhythm from a Disk ..................................................................................................................	66
Inserting and Ejecting a Floppy Disk .........................................................................................	66
Reviewing the Styles on a Music Style Disk .............................................................................	67
Copying Rhythms on Disks into User Memory...................................................................................	68
Restoring the Rhythm Stored in the User Memory to Their Original Factory Settings.................	70
Copying Rhythms Saved in User Memory to Floppy Disks..............................................................	71
Changing the Order of the Rhythms Stored in User Memory...........................................................	73
Changing the Names of Rhythms Stored in User Memory ...............................................................	75
Deleting Rhythms Stored in User Memory ..........................................................................................	77
Chapter 3 Using the Registration Buttons .........................................	79
Storing Registrations................................................................................................................................	80
Recalling a Registration ...........................................................................................................................	81
How to Recall a Registration (DELAYED) ................................................................................	81
How to Recall a Registration (INSTANT) .................................................................................	81
Changing the Timing of Recalling Registrations......................................................................	82
Automatically Registering When You Switch Panel Settings............................................................	83
Assigning a Name to a Registration Set ................................................................................................	84
Formatting Disks ......................................................................................................................................	86
Saving Registration Sets to a Floppy Disk ............................................................................................	88
Loading Previously Saved Registration Sets Into the AT-45 .............................................................	91
Loading a Set of Registrations.....................................................................................................	91
Loading an Individual Registration ...........................................................................................	93
Deleting a Set of Registrations from a Floppy Disk ............................................................................	96
Changing the Order of Registration on Floppy Disk ..........................................................................	98
Using Registrations Created on an Earlier Model ...............................................................................	99
Chapter 4 Using the Performance Functions...................................	102
Transposing to a Different Key (Key Transpose) ..............................................................................	102
Adding Decay to the Sound (Damper Pedal).....................................................................................	103
Pitch Bend and Vibrato Effects .............................................................................................................	103
Using the Foot Switches ........................................................................................................................	104
Changing the Function of the Foot Switch ..............................................................................	105
Using the Foot Switch to Switch Registrations .......................................................................	106
Adjusting the Overall Volume Using an Expression Pedal .............................................................	107
Adjusting the Depth of the Expression Pedal .........................................................................	108
Chapter 5 Applying Various Effects to the Sound...........................	109
Adding Harmony to a Melody (Harmony Intelligence) ..................................................................	109
Changing the Type of Harmony Intelligence .........................................................................	109

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	Contents
Adding Modulation to the Sound (Rotary Effect) .............................................................................	111
Rotary Speed................................................................................................................................	112
Rotary Color.................................................................................................................................	113
Chorus Effect...........................................................................................................................................	114
Sustain Effect...........................................................................................................................................	116
Changing the Sustain Length ....................................................................................................	117
Reverb Effect ...........................................................................................................................................	118
Changing the Reverb Type ........................................................................................................	119
Changing the Wall Type ............................................................................................................	120
Changing the Depth of the Reverb ...........................................................................................	121
Chapter 6 Using the Lower Keyboard Effectively............................	123
Making Effective Use of the Lower Keyboard ...................................................................................	123
Playing the Solo Voice on the Lower Keyboard (Solo [To Lower] Button) ...................................	124
Changing How the Solo Voice Responds................................................................................	125
Layering the Solo Voice and Lower Voice ..............................................................................	125
Changing the Solo Split Point ...................................................................................................	126
Using the Lower Keyboard to Play the Bass Voice (Pedal [To Lower] Button) ............................	127
Chapter 7 Recording/Playing Back What You Play .........................	128
What is a Track Button? .............................................................................................................	129
Displaying the Track Buttons ....................................................................................................	130
Playing Back SMF Music Files and Performance Data on Disks.....................................................	130
Silencing a Specific Track (Track Mute) ..............................................................................................	132
Muting Individual Tracks of Performance Data ....................................................................	133
Viewing a Notation ................................................................................................................................	134
Changing the Notation Settings................................................................................................	135
Recording a Performance ......................................................................................................................	137
Playing Back a Performance Song........................................................................................................	138
Add a Count Sound to Match the Timing (Count In Play) ..............................................................	138
Recording Each Part Separately ...........................................................................................................	139
Re-Recording...........................................................................................................................................	140
Erasing a Performance Song (Song Clear) ..........................................................................................	141
Changing the Name of a Performance Song (Rename) ....................................................................	141
Saving Performance Songs Onto Floppy Disk ...................................................................................	143
Loading Performance Songs Into the AT-45 ......................................................................................	144
Deleting Performance Songs Stored on Disk......................................................................................	145
Layering a New Recording onto SMF Music Files ............................................................................	146
Using Song with a Different Tempo Than That of the Performance Song ....................................	147
Re-Recording Part of Your Performance (Punch-in Recording)......................................................	147
Recording and Layering Drum Parts (Loop Recording) ..................................................................	148
Count-In Recording................................................................................................................................	149
Chapter 8 Editing Your Musical Performance Data .........................	150
Deleting a Specific Measure (Delete Measure)...................................................................................	150
Delete the Recording from a Track (Delete Track) ............................................................................	151
Deleting Data from Selected Measures (Erase Event).......................................................................	153
Copying Measures (Copy) ....................................................................................................................	155
Correct Timing Inaccuracies (Quantize) .............................................................................................	156

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Contents
Chapter 9 Creating Original Accompaniment Rhythms..................	158
Preparations for Creating User Rhythms............................................................................................	159
Displaying the Rhythm Customize Screen..............................................................................	159
Selecting the Division .................................................................................................................	160
Loading the Rhythm...................................................................................................................	161
Making the Division Settings ....................................................................................................	162
Editing the Rhythm.....................................................................................................................	163
Changing and Deleting the Instruments Used .......................................................................	166
Deleting Rhythms You Have Created......................................................................................	167
Changing the Name of a User Rhythm (Rename)..................................................................	167
Saving User Rhythms to the User Memory or Floppy Disks...........................................................	168
Chapter 10 Various Other Settings ...................................................	169
Adjusting How the Instrument Responds..........................................................................................	169
Adjusting the Initial Touch Sensitivity ....................................................................................	169
Changing the Pedalboard Polyphony......................................................................................	169
Performance Function Settings.............................................................................................................	170
Selecting the Range of Keys to Which the Damper Pedal will Apply.................................	170
Changing the Function of the Expression Pedal ....................................................................	170
Selecting the Keyboard to Which the Pitch Bend/Vibrato Lever will Apply ....................	171
Changing the Pitch Bend Range ...............................................................................................	172
Rhythm Settings......................................................................................................................................	172
Turning Chord Hold On/Off ....................................................................................................	172
Count Down Sound ....................................................................................................................	173
Preventing Rhythm Tempos from Switching Automatically ...............................................	173
Registration Settings ..............................................................................................................................	174
Changing the Timing at Which Arranger Settings are Recalled ..........................................	174
Changing the Timing at Which Transposition Settings are Recalled..................................	174
Composer settings ..................................................................................................................................	175
Switching the Display of Lyrics On or Off ..............................................................................	175
Changing the Key When Playing Back Songs (Play Transpose)..........................................	175
Changing the Metronome Setting.............................................................................................	176
Adjusting the Metronome Volume...........................................................................................	176
Changing the Sound of the Metronome ..................................................................................	177
Setting the Beat ............................................................................................................................	177
Other Settings..........................................................................................................................................	178
Adjusting the Standard Pitch (Master Tune) ..........................................................................	178
Enabling Transmission of PC Numbers...................................................................................	178
Setting the PC Number...............................................................................................................	179
MIDI IN Mode .............................................................................................................................	179
Selecting the MIDI Transmit Channel......................................................................................	180
Repositioning the Touch Screen................................................................................................	181
Switching the Background of the Main Screen.......................................................................	181
Eliminating the Bouncing Ball from the Main Screen............................................................	182
Using the V-LINK function .......................................................................................................	182

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	Contents
Chapter 11 Connecting with External Device...................................	184
Name and Functions of Jack and Connectors ....................................................................................	184
Connecting to Audio Equipment .........................................................................................................	185
Connecting MIDI Devices .....................................................................................................................	186
Connecting a Computer ........................................................................................................................	187
Troubleshooting..................................................................................	188
Error Message .....................................................................................	194
Voice List .............................................................................................	196
Drums/SFX Set List.............................................................................	198
Instruments List (Rhythm Customize Function)..............................	201
Rhythm List .........................................................................................	208
Music Style Disk List ..........................................................................	209
Chord List ............................................................................................	210
Glossary...............................................................................................	212
About ATELIER Series Sound Generator................................................................................	213
Settings That Are Stored After the Power Is Turned Off.................	214
Settings That Are Stored After the Power Is Turned Off ......................................................	214
Settings That Are Stored In the Registration Buttons ............................................................	214
Settings That Are Stored In the Individual Registration Buttons ........................................	214
MIDI Implementation Chart ................................................................	215
Demo Song List...................................................................................	216
List of Shortcuts .................................................................................	218
Main Specifications ............................................................................	219
Index.....................................................................................................	221

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Panel Descriptions

2	3	4	5	6	7
1
16
13
14
15
17	18			Write	Manual

	1.	[Power On] switch → p. 17	9. Upper Voice select buttons → p. 36
	2.	[Master Volume] knob → p. 17	Upper Organ Part
	3.	Part Balance [▲] [▼] buttons → p. 44	Upper Orchestral Part
			[Alternate] button
	4.	Pedal Bass Voice select buttons → p. 37
			Level [▲] [▼] buttons → p. 44
		Pedal Part	10. Solo Voice select buttons → p. 38
		[Alternate] button	Solo Part
		[To Lower] button → p. 127
			[Alternate] button
		Level [▲] [▼] buttons → p. 44
			[To Lower] button → p. 124
	5.
		Lower Voice select buttons → p. 36	▲ ▼	→	p. 44
			Level [ ] [ ] buttons
		Lower Organ Part	11. Composer → p. 128
		Lower Orchestral Part	[Reset] button
		[Alternate] button
			[Play/Stop] button
		Level [▲] [▼] buttons → p. 44
			[Rec] buttons → p. 137
	6.
		Transpose [-] [+] buttons → p. 102	Track buttons → p. 128
	7.	Touch Screen → p. 22	[Song] button
	8.	[Harmony Intelligence] button → p. 109	[Registration] button → p. 91
			[Demo] button → p. 26, p. 131

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Panel Descriptions

8

9

10

11

12

1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	19

12.Floppy Disk Drive → p. 66, p. 86, p. 130

13.Lower Voice [Hold] button → p. 50

14.Lower

[Drums/SFX] button → p. 48

15.Rhythm select buttons → p. 51

Tempo [ ] [ ] buttons → p. 57 Fill In [To Variation] button → p. 59 Fill In [To Original] button → p. 59 Arranger [On/Off] button → p. 58 Style Orchestrator buttons → p. 59

[Intro/Ending] button → p. 55, p. 56–p. 57 [Count Down] button → p. 58

[One Touch Program] button → p. 64 [Sync Start] button → p. 56 [Start/Stop] button → p. 55, p. 57

16.Sustain [Pedal] button → p. 116

17.[Bender/Vibrato] lever → p. 103

18.Rotary Sound → p. 111

[On/Off] button [Fast/Slow] button

19.Registration buttons

[Write] button → p. 80 [Manual] button → p. 83

Registration [1] - [8] buttons → p. 79

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Before You Start Playing

Opening/Closing the Lid

fig.00-22

1.To open the lid, hold it with both hands and slide it to the rear.

2.To close the lid, slowly pull it forward until it stops.

NOTE

Be careful not to get your fingers caught when opening or closing the lid. Adult supervision is recommended when small children are going to be using the instrument.

NOTE

To prevent accidents, be sure to close the lid before moving the organ.

NOTE

Make sure you don’t have anything (such as sheet music) on the keyboard when you close the lid.

Setting Up the Music Rest

1.Insert the supplied screws for the music rest into the screw holes located on the top of the instrument, and lightly tighten them.

2.Put the music rest between the screws and the AT-45’s body.

3.While supporting the music rest with one hand, secure it in place by turning the screws.

When attaching the music rest, support it firmly with one hand to make sure that you don’t drop it. Be careful, so you don’t get your fingers pinched.

4.To remove the music rest, support it with one hand while loosening the screws.

After removing the music rest, don’t forget to retighten the screws.

NOTE

Do not apply excessive force to the installed music rest.

NOTE

Be sure to use the supplied screws for attaching the music rest.

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Before You Start Playing

Connecting the Power Cord

1. First, make sure that the [Power On] switch at the panel’s left side is OFF (not pushed in).

fig. 00-27

Upper position

OFF

2.Connect the supplied power cord to the AC Inlet connector, then plug the other end into an AC outlet.

NOTE

Only use the power cord supplied with this instrument.

NOTE

Whenever you do not intend to use the instrument for extended periods of time, pull out the power cord from the AC outlet.

Turning the Power On and

Off

NOTE

Once the connections have been completed, turn on or off power to your various devices in the order specified. By turning on or off devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to speakers and other devices.

■ Turning On the Power

1. Make sure of the following before the power is turned on.

•Is the power cord correctly connected to the AC inlet?

•Is the power cord correctly connected to the AC outlet?

•Is the [Master Volume] knob set to the Min (minimum)

position?

fig.00-26

2. Press the [Power On] button to turn on the power.

fig. 00-27

Power On	Lower position

ON

The Power indicator lights in red.

fig.00-28

Power indicator

NOTE

This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after power up is required before the unit will operate normally.

3.The [Master Volume] knob is an overall control for adjusting the volume of the entire instrument.

Now adjust the [Master Volume] knob to a suitable level. The volume will be increased when the Expression Pedal is pressed down, and decreased when the pedal is

returned.

fig.00-28

decrease the volume

increase the volume

■ Turning Off the Power

1.Before switching the power off, set the [Master Volume] knob to the Min (minimum) position.

2.Press the [Power On] button to turn off the power.

fig. 00-27

Power On			Upper position

OFF

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Before You Start Playing

Using Headphones

The AT-45 features a Phones jacks. These allows you to play without having to worry about bothering others around you, even at night.

fig.00-29

1.Connect your headphones to the Phones jack underneath the left side of the keyboard.

The sound from the built-in speakers stops.

Now, sound is heard only through the headphones.

fig.00-30

2.Adjust the headphones volume with the [Master Volume] knob and Expression pedal.

Accepts connection of Stereo headphones.

Some Notes on Using Headphones

fifig.00-31

•To prevent damage to the cord, handle the headphones only by the headset or the plug.

•Headphones may be damaged if the volume is too high when they are plugged in. Lower the volume on the AT45 before plugging in headphones.

•To prevent possible auditory damage, loss of hearing, or damage to the headphones, the headphones should not be used at an excessively high volume. Use the headphones at a moderate volume level.

Using a Microphone

The AT-45 is equipped with a Mic jack.

Since this instrument has a Mic In jack, you can use a microphone to enjoy a variety of possibilities such as singing along with your performance, or singing along with SMF music files (sold separately).

fig.00-32

1.Connect your microphone to the Mic In jack underneath the left side of the keyboard.

2.Use the [Mic Volume] knob to adjust the volume level for the microphone.

3.Use the [Mic Echo] knob to adjust the echo level for the microphone.

The microphone must be purchased separately. When purchasing a microphone, please consult the vender where you bought the AT-45.

Some Notes on Using a Microphone

fig.00-31

•To avoid disturbing others, be careful of the volume level when playing late at night or very early in the morning.

•When connecting a microphone to the AT-45, be sure to lower the volume. If the volume control is too high when the microphone is plugged in, noise may be produced by the speakers.

•Howling could be produced depending on the location of microphones relative to speakers. This can be remedied by:

•Changing the orientation of the microphone.

•Relocating the microphone so it is farther from the speakers.

•Lowering volume levels.

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Before You Start Playing

Restoring All the Factory

Default Settings

You can restore all of the settings stored in the AT-45 to what they were when the instrument shipped from the factory. This function is called “Factory Reset.”

1.Make sure there is no floppy disk in the disk drive before carrying out the procedure.

2.Touch <System> on the Main screen.

The System screen appears.

fig.00-37.eps

3. In the System screen, touch <Utility> to open the Utility screen.

fig.00-38.eps

4. In the Utility screen, touch <Factory Reset>.

fig.00-39.eps

To restore all settings other than the User memory (p. 52) to

their original factory settings, touch <Panel Reset>.

The confirmation message appears on screen.

fig.00-40.eps

If you touch <Cancel>, the Factory Reset will not be performed, and you will return to the System screen.

5.When you touch <OK>, the Factory Reset operation will begin, and the settings will return to the factory-set condition.

NOTE

Never switch off the power while this operation is in progress!

fig.00-40.eps

NOTE

Loading factory default settings will erase any Registrations currently in the memory of the AT-45. To save the registrations you are currently using, refer to “Saving Registration Sets to a Floppy Disk” (p. 88).

NOTE

To reset only the User memory (p. 52) to its original factory settings, refer to p. 68.

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Before You Start Playing

You can also use the following method to return to the

factory-set condition.

1.Make sure there is no floppy disk in the disk drive before carrying out the procedure.

2.Turn down the volume to the minimum level, then turn off the power.

3.While holding down the [One Touch Program] button, press the [Power On] switch

to turn the power on.

fig.00-41

The following screen appears.

fig.00-40.eps

NOTE

Never switch off the power while this operation is in progress!

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Restoring All Settings Other Than the User Memory to the Original Factory Settings

You can restore all of the settings other than the User memory (p. 52) to their original factory settings.

This function is called “Panel Reset.”

What is the User Memory?

The User memory is the area within the instrument where User rhythms you create as well as rhythms from Music Style Disks are stored.

You can also copy rhythms (p. 158) saved on floppy disks to the User memory.

1.Make sure there is no floppy disk in the disk drive before carrying out the procedure.

2.Touch <System> on the Main screen.

The System screen appears.

fig.00-37.eps

3. In the System screen, touch <Utility> to open the Utility screen.

fig.00-38.eps

Before You Start Playing

4. In the Utility screen, touch <Panel Reset>.

fig.00-39.eps

The confirmation message appears on screen.

fig.00-40.eps

If you touch <Cancel>, the Panel Reset will not be performed, and you will return to the System screen.

5.When you touch <OK>, the Panel Reset operation will begin, and the settings will return to the factory-set condition.

NOTE

Never switch off the power while this operation is in

progress!

fig.00-40.eps

NOTE

To reset only the User memory (p. 52) to its original factory

settings, refer to p. 68.

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About the Display

The AT-45 makes use of a Touch Screen. This lets you carry out a wide

variety of actions just by touching the screen lightly.

■ Understanding the Main and Related Screens

Main Screen

fig.04-02
		1					3		4				5				6
2																						8
7
																						9
11																						10
																						13
14																						16
									12				15
Number													Explanations
1		Tempo
2		Measure
3		Beat
4		Bouncing Ball
		A ball will bounce in time with the rhythm or song.
5		Transpose
		Displays the transpose setting.
6		Chord Name
		Displays the name of the chord that is played in the lower keyboard.
		Indication button
7		Pressed to choose which name to have indicated; either the Rhythm
		Name, Song Name, or Registration Name.
8		Rhythm Name/Song Name/Registration Name
9		Voice Name
		Displays the name of the upper keyboard voice.
10		MUSIC ASSIST
		Press this when you want to use the Music Assistant function (p. 28).
11		Sound/Kbd
		Select a voice (tone), or make settings for the effect depth, keyboard, etc.

NOTE

The explanations in this manual include illustrations that depict what should typically be shown by the display. Note, however, that your unit may incorporate a newer, enhanced version of the system (e.g., includes newer sounds), so what you actually see in the display may not always match what appears in the manual.

NOTE

The Touch Screen is operated by touching it lightly with your finger. Pressing hard, or using a hard object can damage the Touch Screen. Be careful not to press too hard, and be sure to use only your fingers to operate the Touch Screen.

NOTE

The positioning of the Touch Screen may become displaced due to changes in the surrounding environment and over time. If this happens, follow the steps in “Repositioning the Touch Screen” (p. 181) to correct the pointer position.

NOTE

Do not place items on the touch screen.

You can adjust the brightness of the screen (p. 184).

You can set the Main screen so that the bouncing ball does not appear (p. 182).

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About the Display

	Number	Explanations
		Rhythm
	12	Play the internal rhythms, and play disk rhythms or store them in internal
		memory. Rhythm-related settings can also be made here.
		Registration
	13	Load registrations from disk into internal memory, or save registrations to
		disk. Registration-related settings can also be made here.
		Rec/Play
	14	Play back or record a song. You can also view a notation display while a
		song plays.
	15	System
		Make various settings.
		Quick Guide
	16	Displays the Quick Guide screen. While the Quick Guide screen is
		displayed, you can press the keyboard, a button, or a foot switch to jump
		to the related setting screen (p. 32).

This icon is displayed when the V-LINK function is on.V-LINK function (p. 182)

This icon is displayed when the instrument contains SMF music files.

This icon is displayed when any portion of the recorded song has been altered.

This icon appears in the display when an Active Expression voice is selected.

Active Expression Voice (p. 43)

This icon appears in the display when an EX voice is selected.Ex Voice (p. 39)

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About the Display

About the principal icons and the Utility screen

Button

Meaning

Depending on the function, some screens are spread over

multiple pages.

You can touch <

><

> <

><

> to display

the next or previous page of the screen.

Touch this when you want to exit (close) the currently

displayed screen. Normally, touching <

> several

times takes you back to the Main screen.

Sub-windows

You can touch <Registration> in the Main screen or <Utility> in other screens to access a screen like the following.

This type of screen is called a “sub-window.”

When you touch a menu in the sub-window, the subwindow will close, and the selected menu screen will appear.

In a sub-window, touch <Exit> to exit the subwindow.

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About the Display

Sub-windows for setting values

When you are making settings in the System screen, the following type of

screen appears.

Return to the factory settings.

Modify the value.

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Convenient Functions

Listening to the Demo Songs

The AT-45 provides demo songs. Here’s how to play the Demo songs, and fully appreciate the sounds, Rhythms, and Automatic Accompaniment that are available with the AT-45.

fig.01-01

1. Make sure that a floppy disk is not inserted in the disk drive.

If a floppy disk is in the disk drive, press the Eject button (p. 66) and remove

the floppy disk.

2. Press the [Demo] button to make the indicator light.

The Demo Screen appears.

For details on the composer of each demo song and their profiles, refer to “Demo Song List” (p. 216).

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Convenient Functions

3. Touch < > or < > on screen to select the demo song.

4. Touch < > to start playback of the demo song.

When the selected demo song ends, the next demo song will begin playing.

5. Touch < > to stop playback of the demo song.

6. Press the [Demo] button to exit the demonstration screen.

If the following screen appears

If the performance song in the unit has not been saved to floppy disk, the following message appears, and it will not be possible to play the Demo songs.

fig.E-62

1. If you want to delete the performance data, touch <OK>.

If you do not want to delete the performance data, touch <Cancel>.

You can start/stop the demo songs by pressing the panel [Play/Stop] button.

The performance data can be saved on a floppy disk. If you wish to save the musical data to a floppy disk, refer to “Saving Performance Songs Onto Floppy Disk” (p. 143).

NOTE

All rights reserved. Unauthorized use of this material for purposes other than private, personal enjoyment is a violation of applicable laws.

NOTE

The data for the Demo song that is being played is not available at the MIDI Out connector.

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Convenient Functions

Music Assistant Function

A collection of the world’s best, most well-known songs were carefully selected, then the optimum panel settings for each of them were determined, and the resulting data was stored inside the instrument.

Simply select the keyword that most closely suggests the character of the song you have in mind, and a rhythm performance, a sound for the melody, and other selections will be made for you. Once you’ve selected a keyword, all you have to do is play the keyboard to start performing.

1. Display the Main screen.

2. Touch <MUSIC ASSIST> on the Main screen.

The Music Assistant screen appears.

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If some other screen is

displayed, touch <Exit> to

close the currently open

screen.

Convenient Functions

3. Touch <><> to switch screens, and touch a keyword appropriate for the character of the song.

The Registration buttons [1]–[4] flash.

Panel settings appropriate for the keyword will automatically be called up for the Registration [1]–[4] buttons.

4. On the Lower keyboard, play a chord.

At the moment you play the keyboard, the Intro will begin, and then the

Rhythm and Automatic Accompaniment will play.

5. Press a Registration button from [1] through [4] to switch the panel settings.

6. To end the Music Assistant function, press the [One Touch Program] button, extinguishing its indicator.

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Convenient Functions

■ Music Assistant Search

You can specify a song name and other search terms and use these for a

Music Assistant search.

1. Touch <MUSIC ASSIST> on the Main screen.

The Music Assistant screen appears.

2. Touch <Search> on the Music Assistant screen.

A sub-window appears.

Searching by Music Assistant name

3. Touch <By Name>.

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If some other screen is

displayed, touch <Exit> to

close the currently open

screen.