Roland VC-1 User Manual

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Owner’s Manual

Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland D-50 for V-Synth/

VariOS: VC-1. The VC-1 brings Roland’s famed D-50 back to life in the form of

the V-Synth/VariOS for an all-hardware simulation.

Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT

SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 2; p. 3). 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.

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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.

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

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

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• 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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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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• 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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• 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 play a CD-ROM disc on a conventional audio CD player. The resulting sound may be of a level that could cause permanent hearing loss. Damage to speakers or other system components may result.

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

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IMPORTANT NOTES

291a

In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page 2, please read and observe the following:

Placement

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• 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. Excessive heat can deform or discolor the unit.

Before Using Cards

Using PC Cards

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• Carefully insert the PC card all the way in—until it is firmly in place.

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• Never touch the terminals of the PC card. Also, avoid getting the terminals dirty.

Handling CD-ROMs

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• Avoid touching or scratching the shiny underside (encoded surface) of the disc. Damaged or dirty CD-ROM discs may not be read properly. Keep your discs clean using a commercially available CD cleaner.

Table of Contents

USING THE UNIT SAFELY...................................................................................2

IMPORTANT NOTES ............................................................................................3

Introduction ..........................................................................................................6

Using with the V-Synth

..................................... 9

Panel Descriptions.............................................................................................10

Try Out the Sounds............................................................................................15

Turning On the Power ........................................................................................................................................... 15

Selecting Patches and Playing Sounds ................................................................................................................16

Viewing Various Information............................................................................................................................... 18

Applying Effects to the Sound..........................................................................19

Applying an Effect by Touching to the Pad .......................................................................................................19

Applying an Effect by Passing Over the D Beam ..............................................................................................20

Assigning Parameters to the Controllers ............................................................................................................21

How to Make the Patch Factors............................................................................................................................ 26

Saving Patches You’ve Created .......................................................................33

Naming a Patch....................................................................................................................................................... 33

Saving Patches......................................................................................................................................................... 34

Reset to Default Factory Settings ......................................................................................................................... 35

Transferring Patches To and From the D-50/550 ............................................36

Transferring Patches from the D-50 to the VC-1................................................................................................ 36

Transferring Patches from the VC-1 to the D-50/550 .......................................................................................40

Copying a Reverb Type ......................................................................................................................................... 42

Overview of the VC-1 .........................................................................................44

Memory Structure ..................................................................................................................................................44

The Basic Concept of a Tone ................................................................................................................................. 45

Structure of Tone Parameters ...............................................................................................................................48

Creating a Patch.................................................................................................50

How to Make the Patch Settings ..........................................................................................................................50

Useful Functions for Editing................................................................................................................................ 51

Tone Parameters................................................................................................57

Common Parameters ............................................................................................................................................. 57

Partial Parameters .................................................................................................................................................. 63

Settings for the Entire VC-1 ..............................................................................78

How to Make the System Function Settings....................................................................................................... 78

Initializing the System Settings ............................................................................................................................82

Connecting to Your Computer via USB ...........................................................83

Recovering the System from the CD-ROM......................................................................................................... 83

Exchanging MIDI Messages with Your Computer............................................................................................ 88

Using with the VariOS

.................................... 89

Panel Description ....................................................................................90

VariOS Menu ............................................................................................93

Try Out the Sounds .................................................................................94

Turning On the Power ........................................................................................................................................... 94

Selecting Patches and Playing Sounds ................................................................................................................95

Applying Effects to the Sound ...............................................................98

Applying Effects by Turning Knobs.................................................................................................................... 98

How to Make the Patch Factors............................................................................................................................ 99

Transferring Patches To and From the D-50/550................................101

Transferring Patches from the D-50 to the VC-1.............................................................................................. 101

Transferring Patches from the VC-1 to the D-50/550 .....................................................................................104

Overview of the VC-1.............................................................................107

Memory Structure ................................................................................................................................................107

The Basic Concept of a Tone ............................................................................................................................... 108

Structure of Tone Parameters .............................................................................................................................111

Creating Patches ...................................................................................113

Naming a Patch..................................................................................................................................................... 113

Saving Patches....................................................................................................................................................... 114

Initializing Patch Settings.................................................................................................................................... 115

Reset to Default Factory Settings ....................................................................................................................... 115

Copying a Patch Bank.......................................................................................................................................... 116

Settings for the Entire VC-1..................................................................117

How to Make the System Function Settings..................................................................................................... 117

Saving the System Settings.................................................................................................................................. 120

Initializing the System Settings (Init)................................................................................................................. 120

Connecting to Your Computer via USB...............................................121

Recovering the System from the CD-ROM....................................................................................................... 121

Exchanging MIDI Messages with Your Computer.......................................................................................... 124

Appendices

.................................................. 125

Key Mode Alteration ........................................................................................126

Sound List ........................................................................................................130

Preset Patches........................................................................................................................................................ 130

Patch Factors .........................................................................................................................................................133

Tone Parameters ...................................................................................................................................................134

System Parameters ...............................................................................................................................................137

Waveform ..............................................................................................................................................................138

MIDI Implementation........................................................................................140

Specifications...................................................................................................149

Index..................................................................................................................150

Introduction

Check The Contents of The Package

This package contains the following items. When you open the package, check that no items are missing

( ). If any items are missing, please contact your dealer.

fig.00-01

VC-1

VC-1 CD-ROM

This CD-ROM contains the VC-1 recovery software and PC editor

(UniQuest VC-1).

* Please be sure to read the included license agreement before you open the

CD-ROM case.

License Agreement

This license agreement permits you to use specific software whose

you open the CD-ROM case.

VC-1 Owner’s Manual

This is the manual you are holding. It describes how to connect the VC-1

and get it set up, guides you through its basic operation, and offers

solutions for some of the problems you may run into.

Main Features

The

VC-1

is a PC card containing the V-Synth/VariOS system program. Just insert the

CARD

slot of the V-Synth/VariOS, turn on the power, and you are ready to go. The program is

automatically loaded from the

Perfect Simulation of the D-50’s Tones!

fig.01-01

The VC-1 comes complete with all 64 of the D-50’s preset patches,

including the famous preset tones “

Native Dance

sound libraries

naturally handles

create your own original tunes exactly as you would with your

D-50. Of course, this gives you a perfect simulation of the D-50’s

tones, from the sound generator algorithms to editing of the

parameters! It even reproduces the subtle nuances obtained when

playing the instrument.

In addition, it also comes with an additional 64 new patches, which use waves (28 types) that are so large

that the original D-50 would have been technologically incapable of containing them.)

.” It also is programmed with the D-50/D-550

PN-D50-01–04

MIDI bulk dumps

VC-1

, transforming the V-Synth/VariOS into a D-50!

Fantasia

(with 256 patches). Since it

, you can use the VC-1 to

” and “

Digital

VC-1

in the

Introduction

Editing and Performances That Surpass the Original!

fig.01-02

V-Synth:

VariOS:

All sound generator parameters are assignable to the

V-Synth’s full complement of editing controls.

Parameters can also be edited with the touch panel,

allowing you to almost instantly turn your creative

inspirations (no matter how fleeting) into sounds you

can use. Plus, the Time-Trip Pad (used instead of a

joystick), the D-Beam controller, the C2 assignable

control knobs, and other controls use performance

parameters capable of outputting Control Change

messages. This allows you to express your emotions

directly as you play. Whether the fun of creating

sounds or pleasure of performing, this far outdoes the

original.

The C1, C2, and C3 knobs correspond to Tone Balance, Reverb Balance, and Portamento

Time, respectively. In addition, you can install the included

computer for complete freedom in editing a wide variety of sound module parameters, giving

you sound creation capabilities far exceeding those of the original D-50.

UniQuest VC-1

encoder in your

Introduction

Pro Spec Legacy Synthesizer!

fig.01-03

Internal processing upgraded with the latest technology vastly

improves the response and dynamic range from the time you

press the keys to the moment the sounds are played. The V-Synth

or VariOS hardware is used as the means of outputting sounds,

which means it’s also compatible with digital outputs (optical/

coaxial). This gives you a

specs

good enough for the latest recording environments.

What is the digital synthesizer: D-50?

The D-50, released in 1987, was Roland’s first fully digital synthesizer. Equipped with an LA

(Linear Arithmetic Synthesis) format sound generator that combined PCM and subtractive

synthesis, it opened the door to countless new sounds for levels of creativity surpassing

anything up to that point. The D-50 is a renowned, historically significant synthesizer that

Roland, the company that laid the foundation for digital synthesizers, is proud to have

created.

The D-550, also released in 1987, shrank the D-50's powerful synthesizer engine into a mere

two rack spaces.

legacy synthesizer with professional

Now, more than fifteen years after it came on the scene, the D-50 continues to be used by

creative artists around the world. There are numerous sound libraries stocked with many

original patches. In the course of time, however, keyboards and buttons age and wear out. It

looked like the day would come when the D-50’s sounds would no longer be heard.

In taking up the challenge of realizing new possibilities for the synthesizer, Roland has

created a revolution in technology. At the same time, we want you to continue to using your

treasured D-50 with peace of mind. Hence, the VC-1, which transforms your V-Synth/VariOS

into a D-50, not only sweeps away any worries about your D-50 growing old, but also offers

new potential that goes beyond the original instrument.

We hope that you will discover and enjoy the unrealized potential that the D-50 still offers.

And if you have never played the D-50, you definitely need to check out its vintage sounds.

Using with the V-Synth

Try Out the Sounds............................ 15

Turning On the Power ..........................................................15

Selecting Patches and Playing Sounds ............................... 16

Viewing Various Information .............................................. 18

Applying Effects to the Sound.......... 19

Applying an Effect by Touching to the Pad....................... 19

Applying an Effect by Passing Over the D Beam ............. 20

Assigning Parameters to the Controllers ........................... 21

How to Make the Patch Factors........................................... 26

Settings Common to All Screens ..................................26

CONTROL .......................................................................28

OUTPUT (Output Mode)............................................... 29

CHASE .............................................................................31

TONE TUNE ................................................................... 32

MIDI.................................................................................. 32

Saving Patches You’ve Created ....... 33

Naming a Patch...................................................................... 33

Saving Patches........................................................................ 34

Reset to Default Factory Settings......................................... 35

Transferring Patches To and From the D-50/550 ........ 36

Transferring Patches from the D-50 to the VC-1............... 36

Transfer the patch from the memory card to the D-50/550 .............37

Transferring Patches from the D-50/550 to the VC-1 ....................... 38

Saving Transferred Patches with the VC-1 ................. 39

Transferring Patches from the VC-1 to the D-50/550....... 40

Copying a Reverb Type ........................................................42

Overview of the VC-1 ......................... 44

Memory Structure.................................................................. 44

The Basic Concept of a Tone ................................................45

Structure of Tone Parameters............................................... 48

Creating a Patch .................................50

How to Make the Patch Settings.......................................... 50

Useful Functions for Editing ............................................... 51

Editing a Value................................................................ 51

Undoing an editing Operation...................................... 51

Editing with the Panel Controls (Partial Select)......... 52

Silencing the Sound of the Partial ................................52

Copying Tone Settings................................................... 53

Copying Parameter Settings.......................................... 54

Auditioning the Sound Before Editing........................ 55

Initializing Patch Settings .............................................. 56

Tone Parameters ................................57

Common Parameters............................................................. 57

Structure........................................................................... 57

P-ENV (Pitch Envelope)................................................. 58

LFO (Low Frequency Oscillator) .................................. 60

EQ/CHORUS (Equalizer/Chorus) .............................. 61

Partial Parameters.................................................................. 63

WG Form (WG Waveform) ........................................... 64

WG PITCH....................................................................... 66

TVF (Time Variant Filter) ..............................................68

TVA (Time Variant Amplifier) .....................................73

MOD (Modulation)......................................................... 76

Settings for the Entire VC-1...............78

How to Make the System Function Settings ...................... 78

Initializing the System Settings............................................ 82

Connecting to Your Computer via USB............ 83

Recovering the System from the CD-ROM........................ 83

Selecting the V-Synth’s USB Storage Mode ................83

Connecting the V-Synth to Your Computer via USB ........................ 84

Recovering the System................................................... 86

Canceling the USB Connection..................................... 86

Exchanging MIDI Messages with Your Computer........... 88

Panel Descriptions

When using the V-Synth with the

correspond to the functions ascribed to these controls on the V-Synth’s panel. Here is a description of the

names and functions in each section of the V-Synth when it is used with the VC-1. Please read this

material together with “Panel Descriptions” in the V-Synth Owner’s Manual. Controls whose functions

do not match what is shown on the panel are indicated with a mark.

Front Panel

fig.02-01(FrontPanel1–9)

VOLUME slider

Adjusts the overall volume that is output from the rear panel MAIN OUT jacks and PHONES jack. (p. 15)

VC-1

, the actual functions of the V-Synth’s buttons and knobs may not

1 2 3

6 7

INPUT

Not used with the VC-1.

D BEAM

You can apply a variety of effects to sounds simply by moving your hand.

* The Time Trip effect is not applied.

Display

Indicators (L, R)

[TIME TRIP] [TIME] [PITCH] [ASSIGNABLE]

Function

If the D Beam controller is on, these will light when you move your hand over the controller.

Switches the D Beam controller on/off. The effect to be controlled can be selected by pressing the relevant button. (p. 20)

TIME TRIP PAD

By touching the pad surface with your finger you can apply a variety of effects to the sound.

* The Time Trip effect is not applied.

Panel Descriptions

Display Indicator [TIME TRIP] [ASSIGNABLE] [HOLD]

V-LINK

Not used with the VC-1.

ASSIGNABLE CONTROL

You can use them to modify the sound in realtime.

Display Function

[C1]

[C2]

ARPEGGIO

You can use them to modify the sound in realtime.

* The Arpeggiator is not available for use.

Display

[TEMPO]

[ON/OFF]

[HOLD]

Function

This will light when you touch the Time Trip Pad.

This switches the Time Trip Pad on and off. The effect being controlled switches according to the buttons pressed. (p. 19)

Switches hold on/off for the effect controlled by the Time Trip pad.

Adjusts the Aftertouch Sens (p. 79). These can be assigned a variety of D-50 different functions, allowing you to change the tone

in real time. (p. 22)

Function

Adjusts the Chase time (p. 31) or the Portamento time (p. 28).

Switches the Chase function on/off.

Switches the Portamento function on/off.

KEYBOARD

Here you can change the pitch range of the keyboard.

Display Function

Modifies the pitch range of the keyboard in semitone steps (-12 – +12 semitones).

[TRANSPOSE]

[-OCT], [+OCT]

* Changes you make the KEYBOARD settings are only temporary—they will be discarded as soon as the power is

turned off. If you want you keep any changes you’ve made, you must save them in the VC-1. (

System Function Settings”

Set the desired amount of transposition by holding down pressing

Pressing 3 – +3 octaves).

[+OCT] [+OCT]

(p. 78))

or or

[-OCT]

transposes the pitch of the keyboard in 1 octave units (-

[TRANSPOSE]

“How to Make the

and

Panel Descriptions

fig.02-01a(FrontPanel10–17)

PATCH PALETTE

Here you can recall patches.

Display Function

[NUMBER] (1–8)

[BANK]

[PATCH ASSIGN]

These buttons let you select patches. You can change the Patch Palette bank by holding down this button and pressing

[NUMBER] (1–8)

Not used with the VC-1.

12 13

10 11

14 15 16

Display

This displays information regarding the operation you are performing.

* 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.

Dial and buttons

Display

VALUE Dial

[DEC/-], [INC/+]

[ ], [ ], [ ], [ ] [MODE]

[SHIFT]

[EXIT]

Function

This is used to modify values. If you hold down [SHIFT] as you turn the VALUE dial, the value will change in greater increments.

This is used to modify values. If you keep on holding down one button while pressing the other, the value change accelerates. If you press one of these buttons while holding down [SHIFT], the value will change in bigger increments. (p. 51)

Moves the cursor location up/down/left/right. (p. 51)

Opens the Mode Menu window. This button is used in conjunction with other buttons to execute

various functions. Return to the PATCH TOP screen, or close the currently open window.

In some screens, this causes the currently executing function to be aborted.

STRUCTURE

Switches the various functions on/off.

EFFECTS

Here you can switch the onboard effects (chorus and reverb) on/off. When an effect is on, the indicator

for its button will light.

Panel Descriptions

Display

[MFX]

[CHORUS]

[REVERB]

OSC1, OSC2

These can be assigned a variety of the D-50’s different functions, allowing you to change the tone in real

time. (p. 23)

COSM1, COSM2

These can be assigned a variety of the D-50’s different functions, allowing you to change the tone in real

time. (p. 23)

TVA

These can be assigned a variety of the D-50’s different functions, allowing you to change the tone in real

time. (p. 23)

Pitch Bend/Modulation Lever

This allows you to control pitch bend or apply vibrato.

Function

Switches chorus of the UPPER tone on and off.

Switches chorus of the LOWER tone on and off. Switches reverb on and off.

Panel Descriptions

Rear Panel

fig.02-02

1 2

POWER Switch

Press to turn the power on/off. (p. 15)

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Power is ON

Switch is depressed.

AC Inlet

Connect the included power cord to this inlet.

PC CARD Slot

The

* Carefully insert the PC card all the way in—until it is

firmly in place.

* Never insert or pull out while the VC-1 (V-Synth) is

turned on.

USB Connector

You can connect it to your personal computer to send

or receive MIDI messages. (p. 83)

When

VC-1

can be inserted here.

Switch is Releaseed..

3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13

Power is OFF

When

CTRL 1/2 PEDAL Jacks

You can connect optional expression pedals (EV-5,

BOSS FS-5U, etc.) to these jacks.

Display CTRL 1 PEDAL

CTRL 2 PEDAL

HOLD PEDAL Jack

An optional pedal switch (DP series, BOSS FS-5U, etc.)

can be connected to this jack for use as a hold pedal.

INPUT Jacks (L, R)

Not used with the VC-1.

DIRECT OUT Jacks (L, R)

Not used with the VC-1.

Function

Adjusts the volume. By assigning a desired

function to a pedal, you can use it to select or modify sound. (p. 23)

DIGITAL AUDIO INTERFACE Connector

These connectors input/output a digital audio signal

(stereo; conforming to IEC60958). The output signal is

identical to the signal that is output from the MAIN

OUT jacks.

IEC60958

digital audio devices.

LCD CONTRAST Knob

Adjusts the display contrast.

MIDI Connectors (IN, OUT, THRU)

These connectors can be connected to original D-50 (or

other MIDI devices) to receive and transmit MIDI

messages. (p. 83)

is a digital interface format used for consumer

MAIN OUT Jacks (L (MONO), R)

These jacks output the audio signal to the connected

mixer/amplifier system in stereo. For mono output,

use the L jack. (p. 15)

PHONES Jack

This is the jack for connecting headphones (sold

separately). (p. 15)

Try Out the Sounds

Turning On the Power

To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and

turn off the power on all devices before making any connections.

fig.03-01e(ConnectionImage)

Before hooking anything up, make sure that the power on all of your gear is turned OFF.

Connect the V-Synth to your amp/speaker system.

After correctly inserting the VC-1 into the PC card slot in the VSynth’s rear panel, switch ON the POWER switch.

* Carefully insert the PC card all the way in—until it is firmly in place.

* 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.

* Always make sure to have the volume level turned down before

switching on power. Even with the volume all the way down, you may

still hear some sound when the power is switched on, but this is normal,

and does not indicate a malfunction.

* Never insert or pull out while the VC-1 (V-Synth) is turned on.

Turn on the power for any connected amplifiers or speakers.

Wait for the VC-1 to start up. When it has started up normally, a screen like the following will appear. The display shows the selected Patch.

fig.03-02e(Card&LCD_default)

Patch number

Mixer, etc.

Patch name

Power amp

Tone name

Stereo

headphones

Monitor Speakers

Key mode

Split point

The volume balance of the Upper & Lower Tone

Try Out the Sounds

Selecting Patches and Playing Sounds

The VC-1 comes with a wide range of onboard sounds, including single tones called

A Patch is represented by a

fig.03-03e(PatchBankImage)

Patch bank (Pre1–6)

Pre6

Pre5

Pre4

Pre3

Pre2

Pre1

Number

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3

Bank

4 5 6 7 8

Patch Banks Pre1 Pre2

Pre3 Pre4 Pre5 Pre6 Int1 Int2 Int3 Int4 Int5 Int6 Int7 Int8

Included patches Overwrite Remarks

D-50 VC-1

PN-D50-01 PN-D50-02 PN-D50-03 PN-D50-04 same as Pre1 same as Pre2 same as Pre3 same as Pre4 same as Pre5 same as Pre6 (blank) (blank)

Patch Bank

Int1

Bank

(Pre1–6, Int1–8), a

Patch bank (Int1–8)

Int5

Int4

Int3

Int2

Number

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Patch No.: I1-72Patch No.: P1-34

Int6

Int7

Int8

Bank

(1–8) and a

No Original D-50 preset patches No

Newly added patches No D-50/D-550 sound library No D-50/D-550 sound library No D-50/D-550 sound library No D-50/D-550 sound library

Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes -

Number

patches

(1–8).

There are three ways of patch selection.

• Selecting Patches with the VALUE dial.

• Selecting Patches from the list.

• Selecting Patches with Patch Palette.

Selecting Patches with the VALUE dial

fig.03-04e(PatchNumber)

Make sure the

TOP

screen—shown right—is not displayed, press

twice until the

Play the keyboard to hear what the selected patch sounds like. To change to a different patch, touch the it, and then turn the time you can switch more rapidly by holding down you perform these operations.

PATCH TOP

VALUE dial

screen is displayed. If the

[EXIT]

screen appears.

Patch number

or press

[INC/+], [DEC/-]

[SHIFT]

PATCH

to highlight

Selecting Patches from the List

You can easily find the desired patch by selecting it from the patch list.

Make sure the once or twice until the

Touch

fig.03-05(PatchList)

Select a patch from the list. Either turn the

[INC/+], [DEC/-]

touching it on the display.

To view higher-numbered patches, touch located at bottom of the screen. To view other Patch banks, touch

screen.

Touch closes.

PATCH TOP

<List>

in the upper left area of the display. The

to select a patch. You can also select a patch by

<OK>

. The patch is selected and the

screen is displayed. If the

PATCH TOP

screen appears.

, located at either side of the

PATCH TOP

PATCH List

VALUE dial

<31-48>–<71-88>

PATCH LIST

or use

once or

. At this

while

window

Try Out the Sounds

Patch number

screen is not displayed, press

window appears.

[EXIT]

Selecting Patches with Patch Palette

You can select patches of currently selected Patch Bank instantly by simply pressing

fig.03-06

Make sure the

Press

NUMBER [1]–[8]

palette banks, hold down

PATCH TOP

screen is displayed.

to select a patch. To switch between patch

[BANK]

and press

NUMBER [1]–[8]

Try Out the Sounds

Viewing Various Information

In the upper right of the screen, touch

In the pulldown menu, touch

fig.08-13

This window shows the following information.

Ver.:

When you have finished viewing the information, press

The VC-1’s program version

<INFO>

. A pulldown menu appears.

. The

Information

window appears.

[EXIT]

to close the window.

Enabling or Disabling the Beep Tone

You can specify whether or not a

screen. At the factory setting, the beep tone will be sounded.

fig.03-07

In the upper right of the screen, touch appears.

In the pulldown menu, touch With this setting, the beep tone will be heard. If you perform the same procedure once again, the check mark will be cleared and the beep tone will no longer be heard.

beep tone

<Beep>

will be heard when you touch a valid point on the touch

. A pulldown menu

to add a check mark (✔).

Applying Effects to the Sound

The performance controlling functions (we call them

by taking the following procedure.

A patch consists of several

fig.05-01e(PatchFactorImage)

Key Mode

Factors

as show below.

Tone Tune

UPPER Tone

Var iations of

Control Functions

LOWER Tone

Tone Tune

Balance

Tone

factors

in this manual) in each Patch can be edited

Output Mode (Reverb, etc.)

Applying an Effect by Touching to the Pad

fig.05-02(Panel_TimeTripButton)

You can apply a variety of effects by touching your fingertip to the

located at the left side of the V-Synth’s front panel. The Time Trip Pad settings are

saved with each patch. This means that you can create patches that contain Time

Trip Pad settings you like.

Time Trip pad

Access the

Choose the function that you want to control from the Time Trip pad, and press the

Button [TIME TRIP] [ASSIGNABLE]

[HOLD]

While you play the keyboard to produce sound, place your fingertip on the Time Trip pad and move your finger in the following way.

If [TIME TRIP] is on

Using the

• Volume balance of the two Partial sounds of either Tone ; Upper or Lower.

• Volume balance of the Upper and the Lower tones.

PATCH TOP

TIME TRIP PAD

Time Trip Pad

Screen.

button for that function.

Functions

This provides the same effect as the D-50’s joystick (tone balance or partial balance). Apply the effect that is specified by each patch. (CTRL Setup; p. 26) you can cause the effect to be held even after you take your finger off the Time Trip

pad.

, the following two volume balance controls can be adjusted at the same time.

Applying Effects to the Sound

The tone for which the partial balance is to be controlled is selected using the

you touch the

Time Trip pad

, the volume balance changes as shown below. Changing the

Tone Select button

partial balance

creates huge changes in the tone, providing very distinctive effects.

fig.05-03e(PartialBalance)

UPPER volume increases,

LOWER volume decreases

Par tial 1 decreases Par tial 2 increases

Tone Select button (On:pressed)

Par tial 1 increases

Par tial 2 decreases

UPPER volume decreases,

LOWER volume increases

Applying an Effect by Passing Over the D Beam

fig.05-04(Panel_DBeam)

The

D Beam controller

can be used to apply various effects, depending on the function that is

assigned to it. You can also create effects in which the sound changes

instantaneously, in a way that would not be possible by operating a knob or

the bender lever. The D Beam controller settings are saved with each patch.

This means that you can create patches that contain D Beam settings you

like.

can be used simply by waving your hand over it. It

. When

Access the

Choose the function that you want to control from the D Beam controller, and press the

PATCH TOP

Screen

D BEAM

for that function to turn on the D Beam controller.

Buttons

[TIME TRIP]

[TIME]

[PITCH]

[ASSIGNABLE]

While playing the keyboard to produce sound, place your hand over the D Beam, and slowly move it up

Functions

This provides the same effect as that when, after the key is played, it is then pressed with even greater force. (Aftertouch)

This provides the same effect as that achieved by tilting the modulation level away from you. (Modulation)

This provides the same effect as that achieved by tilting the pitch bend level to the left and right. (Pitch Bend)

Apply the effect that is specified by each patch. (

“How to Make the Patch Factors”

(p. 26))

and down.

To turn off the D Beam controller, once again press the button that you pressed in step 2, so its indicator goes out.

button

Assigning Parameters to the Controllers

You can assign a variety of patch factors (p. 133), tone parameters (p. 134), and other settings to the V-

Synth’s complement of controller sections, such as the Time Trip pad, the D Beam Controller, and the

OSC1/OSC2 sections. This is referred to as the

with the knobs and sliders and greater performance expression with the

D-50 in ways that go way beyond the original instrument.

Controllers Parameters

TIME TRIP PAD, D BEAM, C2 Knob MIDI Control Change Message

OSC1, OSC2, COSM1, COSM2, TVA

Access the

fig.05-05e

Touch

SETUP

Touch the Time Trip pad, D-Beam Controller, or other controller

PATCH TOP

in the lower left of the screen. The

window appears.

Screen.

to which you want to assign the parameter. The display of that controller section expands in the screen. The screen features at this time function as follows.

Control Setup

. With intuitive editing of sound sources

Patch Factor (p. 133) Tone Parameters (p. 134) Partial Parameters (p. 135)

CTRL

Time Trip Pad

Cursor

Applying Effects to the Sound

, you can use the

Value box; Selects the parameters assigned to

the buttons and controllers.

fig.05-05a(LCD_CtrlSetupList)

When editing a parameter that requires you to specify a value, move the cursor to the value box of that parameter. Then modify the value by either turning the

[DEC/-]

. Parameters marked by can be controlled by

VALUE dial

or pressing

specific CTRL Setup. For details on each parameter, refer to the corresponding reference page. The on-screen keys have the following functions.

Keys

Functions

Switches the set of controllers to be enlarged in the display.

Displays the parameters to be assigned as a list.

Returns to the CTRL SET screen.

Restores the assigned parameters to their original factory condition.

When you have finished CTRL Setup, touch

<OK>

to close the

[INC/+]

Underline; Shows the button and controller functions.

CTRL Setup

window.

Applying Effects to the Sound

fig.05-06(LCD_CtrlSetupTTPad)

TIME TRIP PAD

ASSIGNABLE X

ASSIGNABLE Y

fig.05-07(LCD_CtrlSetupDBeam)

D BEAM

ASSIGNABLE L

ASSIGNABLE R

Sens L

Sens R

fig.05-08(LCD_CtrlSetupC1C2)

→

table 1 (p. 22)

→

table 1 (p. 22)

→

0–20

→

0–20

table 1 (p. 22)

→

table 1 (p. 22)

table 1

You can control the following parameters.

Display

Assignable Parameter - MIDI (p. 140) M-Mod MIDI Modulation M-Vol MIDI Volume M-Hold MIDI HOLD M-After MIDI Aftertouch M-Bend+ MIDI Pitch Bend + M-Bend- MIDI Pitch Bend -

Parameters

fig.05-09(LCD_CtrlSetupPedal2)

PEDAL2

Display Functions Off ToneBal

(Tone Balance)

M-After

(Aftertouch)

M-Mod

(Modulation)

fig.05-10(LCD_CtrlSetupOsc1)

OSC1, OSC2

OSC1 PITCH

OSC1 TIME

OSC1 FORMANT

OSC1 LFO DP1

OSC1 LFO DP2

OSC1 LFO DP3

OSC1 LFO RATE

OSC1 LEVEL

OSC2 PITCH

OSC2 TIME

OSC2 FORMANT

OSC2 LFO DP1

OSC2 LFO DP2

OSC2 LFO DP3

OSC2 LFO RATE

OSC2 LEVEL

fig.05-11(LCD_CtrlSetupCosm)

→

Off, ToneBal, M-After, M-Mod

The VC-1 is NOT Controlled. Controls the volume balance of the Upper

and the Lower Tones.

Controls the Aftertouch effect.

Controls the vibrato effect.

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

Applying Effects to the Sound

COSM1, COSM2

COSM1 WIDTH

COSM1 DETUNE

COSM2 WIDTH

COSM2 DETUNE

TVA Attack

TVA Decay

TVA Sustain

TVA Release

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

Applying Effects to the Sound

LIST (OSC1, OSC2, COSM1, COSM2 and TVA)

• Tone Parameters; The Tones (UPPER or LOWER) to be applied are specified with the

• Partial Parameters; The Partials (L1, L2, L3 or L4) to be applied are specified with the

button.

fig.05-11ae

Patch Factors

Tone Parameters

Par tial Parameters

Page

Specify the Tones or the Partials to be applied

The partials to which the tone parameters assigned to the different knobs and sliders (OSC1, OSC2,

COSM1, COSM2 and TVA) are applied are specified with the

button.

• Tone Parameters; The Tones (UPPER or LOWER) to be applied are specified with the

• Partial Parameters; The Partials (L1, L2, L3 or L4) to be applied are specified with the

button.

fig.05-11be

Par tial Select

On On Off

UPPER

(Off)

Tone Select

Partial Select

button or the

Tone Select

Partial Select

button.

Partial Select

button.

On Off

Tone Select

LOWER

(On)

* The Tone Select or the Partial Select setting will be written by the Patch Write Procedure.

(Off)U2(On)

table 2

You can control the following parameters.

Display

PATCH TOP (p. 26)

ToneBal Tone Balance

PATCH EDIT CONTRL (p. 28)

BendRang Bender Range

AftrPB

PortTime Portamento Time

PortMode Portamento Mode

PATCH EDIT OUTPUT (p. 29)

Rev Bal Reverb Balance

TotalVol Total Volume

PATCH EDIT CHASE (p. 31)

ChasLevl Chase Level

ChasTime Chase Time

PATCH EDIT TONE TUNE (p. 32)

LowerKey Lower Tone Key Shift

UpperKey Upper Tone Key Shift

LowerTun Lower Tone Fine Tune

UpperTun Upper Tone Fine Tune

TONE COMMON STRUCT (p. 57)

PartBal Partial Balance

TONE COMMON P-ENV (p. 58)

PEnvVelo P-ENV Velocity Range

PEnvTKF

PEnvT1 P-ENV Time 1

PEnvT2 P-ENV Time 2

PEnvT3 P-ENV Time 3

PEnvT4 P-ENV Time 4

PEnvL0 P-ENV Level 0

PEnvL1 P-ENV Level 1

PEnvL2 P-ENV Level 2

PEnvSusL P-ENV Sustain Level

PEnvEndL P-ENV End Level

PModLFOD P-Mod LFO Depth

PModLevr P-Mod Lever

PModAftr P-Mod Aftertouch

TONE COMMON LFO (p. 60)

LFO1Wave LFO-1 Waveform

LFO1Rate LFO-1 Rate

LFO1Dely LFO-1 Delay Time

LFO1Sync LFO-1 Sync

LFO2Wave LFO-2 Waveform

LFO2Rate LFO-2 Rate

LFO2Dely LFO-2 Delay Time

LFO2Sync LFO-2 Sync

LFO3Wave LFO-3 Waveform

LFO3Rate LFO-3 Rate

Parameters

Aftertouch Bend Range

P-ENV Time Keyfollow

Display

LFO3Dely LFO-3 Delay Time

LFO3Sync LFO-3 Sync

TONE COMMON EQ/CHORUS (p. 61)

EQ Lg Low EQ Gain

EQ Hg High EQ Gain

ChorRate Chorus Rate

ChorDpth Chorus Depth

ChorBal Chorus Balance

TONE PARTIAL FORM (p. 64)

Waveform WG Waveform

PCM No# WG PCM Wave No.

PW WG Pulse Width

PW Velo

PW Aftr

PW LFO WG PW LFO Select

PW LFOD WG PW LFO Depth

TONE PARTIAL PITCH (p. 66)

PichCors WG Pitch Coarse

PichFine WG Pitch Fine

PichKF WG Pitch Keyfollow

PichLFO WG Mod LFO Mode

PichENV

PichBend WG Mod Bend Mode

TONE PARTIAL TVF (p. 68)

TVF Freq TVF Cutoff Frequency

TVF Reso TVF Resonance

TVF KF TVF Keyfollow

TVF BP TVF Bias Point/Dir

TVF Blvl TVF Bias Level

TVFDpth TVF ENV Depth

TVFVelo

TVF DKF

TVF TKF

TVF T1 TVF ENV Time 1

TVF T2 TVF ENV Time 2

TVF T3 TVF ENV Time 3

TVF T4 TVF ENV Time 4

TVF T5 TVF ENV Time 5

TVF L1 TVF ENV Level 1

TVF L2 TVF ENV Level 2

TVF L3 TVF ENV Level 3

TVF SusL

TVF EndL TVF ENV End Level

Parameters

WG PW Velocity Range

WG PW Aftertouch Range

WG Mod P-ENV Mode

TVF ENV Velocity Range

TVF ENV Depth Keyfollow

TVF ENV Time Keyfollow

TVF ENV Sustain Level

Applying Effects to the Sound

Display

TONE PARTIAL TVA (p. 73)

TVA Levl TVA Level

TVA Velo TVA Velocity Range

TVA BP TVA Bias Point/Dir

TVA Blvl TVA Bias Level

TVA Velo

TVA TKF

TVA T1 TVA ENV Time 1

TVA T2 TVA ENV Time 2

TVA T3 TVA ENV Time 3

TVA T4 TVA ENV Time 4

TVA T5 TVA ENV Time 5

TVA L1 TVA ENV Level 1

TVA L2 TVA ENV Level 2

TVA L3 TVA ENV Level 3

TVA SusL

TVA EndL TVA ENV End Level

TONE PARTIAL MOD (p. 76)

TVF LFO TVF Mod LFO Select

TVF LFOD TVF Mod LFO Depth

TVF Aftr

TVA LFO TVA Mod LFO Select

TVA LFOD TVA Mod LFO Depth

TVA Aftr

Parameters

TVA ENV Velocity Folw

TVA ENV Time Keyfollow

TVA ENV Sustain Level

TVF Mod Aftertouch Range

TVA Mod Aftertouch Range

Applying Effects to the Sound

How to Make the Patch Factors

The Display shows several Factors at a time. If necessary, Scroll up or down the Display to find the Factor

to be edited. (Patch Parameters; p. 26)

fig.05-12(LCD_PatchEditControl)

Access the

Touch

Touch one of the tabs in the left of the screen to select the desired editing screen.

<CONTRL>:

<OUTPUT>:

<CHASE>:

<TONE TUNE>:

<MIDI>:

When editing a parameter that requires you to specify a value, move the cursor to the value box of that parameter. Then modify the value by either turning the

dial

Repeat steps 3–4 to set patch factors.

If you wish to save the changes you’ve made, perform the Save operation (p. 34). If you do not wish to save changes, press without saving, the display will indicate “ modified.

* If you turn off the power or select a different patch while the display indicates “

lost.

PATCH TOP

or pressing

Screen.

at the bottom of the screen.

Control Edit, Portamento Edit (p. 28)

Output Mode (p. 29)

Chase Edit (p. 31)

Tone Tune (p. 32)

MIDI function (p. 32)

[INC/+]

[DEC/-]

[EXIT]

to return to the

PATCH TOP

EDITED

,” reminding you that the patch settings have been

screen. If you return to the

EDITED

,” your edited patch will be

PATCH TOP

VALUE

screen

Settings Common to All Screens

fig.05-13(LCD_PatchEditControl)

UPPER/LOWER (Tone Select Button)

You can select the tone to be controlled, upper tone, lower tone or

both tone, with the Time Trip Pad.

KEY MODE

Key Mode

keyboard.

Value:

SPL-LS, SEP-S

refers to the Upper and Lower Tones are played on the

WHOLE, DUAL, SPLIT, SEP, WHOL-S, DUAL-S, SPL-US,

Display Description WHOLE DUAL

SPLIT

SEP

(Separate)

WHOL-S

(Whole Solo)

DUAL-S

(Dual Solo)

SPL-US

(Split Upper Solo)

SPL-LS

(Split Lower Solo)

SEP-S

(Separate Solo)

SPLIT

The Split Point can be changed as follows.

Value:

C2–C7

fig.05-14e

Upper Tone can be played in 16 voice polyphony Both Upper and Lower Tones are played by each key in 8 voices polyphony. The Split mode divides the keyboard into upper and lower sections, where two

different Tones can be played in 8 voices polyphony. That is, the VC-1 works like two 8 voice synthesizers. The sections) is shown next to the Key Mode indication.

This mode is effective when an external MIDI device is controlling the VC-

1.(

The Upper Tone is monophonic.

Both Upper and Lower Tones are monophonic.

The Upper Tone is monophonic, and the Lower Tone is 8 voices polyphonic.

The Lower Tone is monophonic, and the Upper Tone is 8 voices polyphonic.

This mode is effective when an external a MIDI device is controlling the VC-1. (

“MIDI Implementation”

Split Point

(p. 140))

Applying Effects to the Sound

(where the keyboard is divided into two

C2–B2 C3–B3 C4–B4 C5–B5 C6–B6

(middle C)

BALANCE (Tone Balance)

The volume balance of the Upper and the Lower Tone can be change.

Value:

0–100

CHASE (Chase Button)

Switches the Chase function on and off. Touch the button once to switch the function on; touch it again to

switch the function off again.

Value:

OFF, ON

PORTAMENTO (Portamento Button)

Switches the Portamento function on and off. Portamento is a slide from one pitch to another, and is often

used for violin performance. Touch the button once to switch the function on; touch it again to switch the

function off again.

Value:

OFF, ON

Applying Effects to the Sound

CONTROL

fig.05-15(LCD_PatchEditControl/Bend)

Patch Controls determine how the Control Functions actually

affect the Upper and the Lower Tones.

Bend (Bender Range)

This sets the variable range of the pitch change caused by moving

the Bender lever fight and left. The variable range set here may

result differently depending on the setting of the Tone Parameter

Bender Mode (p. 67).

Value:

0–12

AfterPB (Aftertouch, Pitch Bender)

This sets the sensitivity of the aftertouch effect on pitch. Higher

values mean higher sensitivity. A Minus setting decreases the pitch, and a plus setting increases it.

Value:

-12–+12

Hold (Hold Mode)

This selects the Tone that on the Pedal Hold effect. When the

mode

Whole

, Pedal Hold always works whichever of the above

three modes may be selected.

Value:

U, L, UL

Time (Portamento Time)

This sets the portamento time from one note to another. Higher values make the time longer.

Value:

0–100

Mode (Portamento Mode)

This selects the Tone that should take on the Portamento effect.

When the

whichever of the above three modes may be selected.

Value:

* Even when Portamento is set to ON, the Portamento ON/OFF message

sent from an external device can change the settings of Portamento.

Key Mode

U, L, UL

Whole

, Portamento always works

Key

Display Function

U Works on the Upper Tone.

L Works on the Lower Tone.

UL Works on the both Tones.

U Works on the Upper Tone.

L Works on the Lower Tone.

UL Works on the both Tones.

OUTPUT (Output Mode)

Applying Effects to the Sound

The Output Mode determines how the Tones take on the

outputs.

A sound reverberated in an acoustic environment consists of three parts. First, you hear the direct sound

as it travels from the source outward. Next the early reflection resounds once, or several time, from the

walls, ceiling ,and floor. Finally, you hear the reverberated sound as it reflects many times in the

environment.

fig.05-16e(LCD_PatchEditControl/Output)

Reverb Sound

Direct Sound

Sound Generator Listener

Mode (Output Mode)

Selects one of the following four output modes.

Value:

1–4

Display Function

Stereo reverb works on the mixed sound of Upper and Lower Tones, and id sent out in stereo.

The Mixture of Upper and Lower takes on stereo reverb, and the direct sound is sent out separately for Upper and Lower.

Only the Upper Tone takes on reverb. Upper and lower Tones are sent out separately.

Only the Lower Tone takes on reverb, Upper and Lower Tones are sent out separately.

reverb

effect, and how the Tones appear at the

Applying Effects to the Sound

RevType (Reverb Type)

Selects one of the 32-reverb types.

Value:

1–32

Display Description Display Description

1 Small Hall 17 Bright Hall 2 Medium Hall 18 Large Cave 3 Large Hall 19 Steel Pan 4 Chapel 20 Delay (248 ms) 5 Box 21 Delay (338 ms) 6 Small Metal Room 22 Cross Delay (157 ms) 7 Small Room 23 Cross Delay (252 ms) 8 Medium Room 24 Cross Delay (274–137 ms)

9 Medium Large Room 25 Gate Reverb 10 Large Room 26 Reverse Gate (360 ms) 11 Single Delay (102 ms) 27 Reverse Gate (480 ms) 12 Cross Delay (180 ms) 28 Slap Back 13 Cross Delay (224 ms) 29 Slap Back 14 Cross Delay(148–296 ms) 30 Slap Back 15 Short Gate (200 ms) 31 Twisted Space 16 Long Gate (480 ms) 32 Space

* The reverb types 17–32 in individual banks can be used only with the patches (64 patches) contained in that bank.

Reverb types from a bank other than the internal banks (any from 1 through 32) can be copied to a reverb type in the

internal banks (any from 17 through 32).

Revbal (Reverb Balance)

Sets the volume of the reverb and direct sounds.

Value:

Vol (Total Volume)

Sets the volume of both tones, and therefore adjusts the volume difference between Patches.

Value:

0–100

Display

100

0–100

Function

The volume of the reverb sound = maximum, the volume of the direct sound = 0.

The volume of the reverb sound = 0, the volume of the direct sound = maximum.

CHASE

Mode (Chase Mode)

• When the Key Mode is Dual

Applying Effects to the Sound

The Chase Play function makes it possible to output the Lower Tone slightly later than the Upper Tone,

which is actually played on the keyboard. This function, however, is only available in

Mode.

fig.05-17(LCD_PatchEditControl/Chase)

Sets how tones sound. Depending on the

Velocity

Value:

, the number of repeats of the delayed sound differ.

UL, ULL, ULU

Chase Level

and

Dual

Whole

Key

Display

ULL

ULU

• When the Key Mode is Whole

Display

ULL

ULU

Level (Chase Level)

Sets the volume of the chase sound.

Value:

0–100

Time (Chase Time)

Adjusts the sounding time. Higher value is longer time.

Value:

0–100

Function

The Upper Tone then the Lower Tone is played.

The Upper, then the Lower Tone is repeated.

The Upper, the Lower and the Upper Tone alternate.

Function

The Upper Tone is played twice.

Upper Tone is repeated.

Applying Effects to the Sound

TONE TUNE

The relative pitch of the Upper and the Lower Tones can be separately set. By setting slightly different

pitches, a detune effect can be obtained. Also, by lowering the pitch of the Upper Tone, and raising the

pitch of the Lower Tone, the pitches of the Two Tones can become exactly the same.

fig.05-18(LCD_PatchEditControl/Tone)

LKey (Key Shift of the Lower Tone)

Allows you to shift the pitch of the Lower Tone in semi-tone

steps.

Value:

-24–+24 (+/- 2 octave)

UKey (Key Shift of the Upper Tone)

Allows you to shift the pitch of the Upper Tone in semi-tone

steps.

Value:

-24–+24 (+/- 2 octave)

LTune (Fine Tuning of the Lower Tone)

Allows you to Tune the pitch of the Lower Tone.

Value:

-50–+50 (approx. +/- 2 cents)

UTune (Fine Tuning of the Upper Tone)

Allows you to Tune the pitch of the Upper Tone.

Value:

-50–+50 (approx. +/- 2 cents)

MIDI

You can change the setting of the MIDI Functions included Patch Factor as follows.

fig.05-19(LCD_PatchEditControl/Midi)

TxCH (Transmit Channel)

The transmit channel of each Patch can be set to a deferent

number from the basic channel. At B, the channel number is the

same as the Basic Channel.

Value:

B, 1–16

TxPC (Transmit Program Change Number)

A Program Change number to be transmitted can be set for each

patch individually. At OFF, the Program Change number

preprogrammed in each Patch is transmitted.

Value:

OFF, 1–100

TxBS (Transmit Bank Select Switch)

A Bank Select number MSB to be transmitted can be set for each patch individually (LSB = 0). At OFF, the

Bank Select number preprogrammed in each Patch is transmitted.

Value:

OFF, 0–99

SepCH (Receive Channel in Separate Mode)

A receive MIDI Channel in separate mode can be set for each Patch individually. At OFF, the receive

channel set in MIDI Functions commonly set for System Function is used. (p. 81)

Value:

OFF, 1–16

Saving Patches You’ve Created

When you edit the settings of a patch, the

patch’s settings have been modified. If

you switch to another patch or turn off the power. If you want to keep a patch whose settings you have

edited, assign a name to the patch and then perform the

Naming a Patch

Before you save the patch, here’s how to give it a new name. Editing Patch or Tone names is called

Naming

•A Patch name can have up to 18 letters.

•A Tone name can have up to 10 letters.

Make sure that the patch that you want to name is selected.

fig.06-01(LCD_PulldownPatchName)

Touch appears.

In the pulldown menu, touch (or

fig.06-02(LCD_PatchName&ToneName)

Touch the on-screen alphabetic or numeric keys to enter the new name in the text box. The on-screen keys have the following functions.

in the upper right of the screen. A pulldown menu

). The window for naming appears.

PATCH TOP

screen displays

is displayed, you will lose your edited patch settings if

Save operation

to remind you that the

Keys Functions

* You can also move the input location cursor by pressing the

change the character at the cursor location to uppercase, and pressing

When you have finished inputting, touch

Move the cursor in the text box to the desired input location.

Turn this on when you want to input uppercase letters or symbols.

Turn this on when you want to insert a character at the cursor location.

Erases all characters in the text box.

Deletes the character at the cursor location.

Deletes the character that precedes the cursor location.

<OK>

to finalize the patch name.

[]

cursor buttons. Pressing

will change it to lowercase.

[]

will

Saving Patches You’ve Created

Saving Patches

Changes you make to sound settings are temporary, and will be lost if you turn off the power or select

another sound. If you keep the modified sound, you must save it in the VC-1 (PATCH WRITE).

When you perform the save procedure, the data that previously occupied the save destination will be lost.

However, the factory setting data can be recovered by performing the

* Never insert or remove the VC-1 while the V-Synth is turned on. Patches cannot be saved to PC cards other than the

VC-1.

Make sure that the patch you wish to save is selected.

fig.06-03(PulldownPatchWrite)

Touch

in the upper right of the screen. A pulldown menu

appears.

In the pulldown menu, touch

WRITE

window appears.

Turn the

• When you touch

appear, allowing you to rename the patch.

• By touching

patch. This can help prevent important patches from being

accidentally overwritten and lost.

VALUE dial

to specify the save-destination patch.

, the

PATCH NAME

you can check the save-destination

. The

PATCH

window will

Factory Reset

. (p. 35)

Touch

destination. Play the keyboard to sound the save destination patch, then check whether you really want to overwrite it.

* The patch auditioned using the Compare function may sound slightly different than when it is played normally.

fig.06-04e(PatchWrite+PatchList)

Touch

to turn it on. Now you can play the patch that is in the currently selected save

to execute the Save operation.

Destinanion Patch

Opens the Name Window.

Compare function

Reset to Default Factory Settings

This restores all data in the VC-1 to the factory-set condition (Factory Reset).

If there is important data you’ve created that’s stored in the VC-1, all such data is discarded when a

Factory Reset is performed. If you want to keep the existing data, save it as describe below.

• Transmit it to an original D-50 (or an external MIDI device), and save it (p. 40).

• Transmit it to a PC using V-Synth USB function, and save it (p. 83).

Press

[MODE]

. The

Touch

fig.08-11(ModeMenu)

MODE MENU

window appears.

. The

Factory Reset

screen appears.

Saving Patches You’ve Created

Touch

<OK>

Touch

reset operation has been completed.

to execute the Factory Reset. When the display indicates “

Completed!

,” the factory

Transferring Patches To and From the D-50/550

You can use MIDI to transmit patch data (64 patches) saved on your D-50 and receive the data with the

VC-1 (V-Synth). This procedure is known as “

own original patches (64 patches) created with the D-50 and use them with the VC-1.

Conversely, you can also send patch data edited using the VC-1 via MIDI to the D-50. This procedure is

called “

bulk dump

.”

* Read this material together with the D-50/550 Owner’s Manual.

Transferring Patches from the D-50 to the VC-1

bulk load

.” This is an easy and convenient way to take your

• Patches (64 patches) bulk loaded from the D-50 to the VC-1 are temporarily transferred to the

that includes the current patch

Currently Patch Sample I1-11:Fantasia I6-88:Big Wave

→

Destination Patch Bank Sample

→

Int1-11

–

Int1-88

→

Int6-11

–

Int6-88

patch bank

• The patches (64 patches) originally residing in the bulk load destination will appear to have been

overwritten, but actually nothing will have been lost. The patches are restored when you turn the power

off, then on again.

• The transferred patch data (64 patches) will be lost if you turn off the power. Be sure to save the data

(

“Saving Transferred Patches with the VC-1”

(p. 39)).

• Patches saved to memory cards used with the D-50/550 (M-256D) cannot be transferred directly from

these memory cards to the VC-1. First, transfer the patch data to the D-50/550 from the memory card (M-

256D), then transfer the patch data from the D-50/550 to the VC-1.

fig.04-01e

M-256D

1 2 3

Bank

4 5 6 7 8

Number

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

D-50

Bank

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Number

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

VC-1:Int1

1 1 2 3

Bank

4 5 6 7 8

Number

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Use the following procedure.

Transfer the patch from the memory card to the D-50/550

Transferring Patches from the D-50/550 to the VC-1

Saving Transferred Patches with the VC-1

(p. 39)

(p. 38)

(p. 37)

Transferring Patches To and From the D-50/550

Transfer the patch from the memory card to the D-50/550

All the 64 Patches data stored on the Memory Card can be loaded to the D-50/550’s internal memory.

Using the D-50

2-1 6-1

Insert the Memory Card (M-256D) into the D-50 Card Slot.

Turn the

2-1. 2-2.

Press the

Select “

Press

Return the Memory Protect of the D-50 to On.

6-1. 6-2.

Memory Protect

Press the

Select “

[DATA TRANSFER]

(Card -> Int)

[ENTER]

Press the

Select “

6-2

of the D-50 to

[TUNE/FUNCTION]

Protect

” with the

button.

” with the corresponding

button. When the data transfer is completed, the display shows “

[TUNE/FUNCTION]

Protect

” with the

4 [EXIT] 3 52-2

button.

Selector button

button.

Selector button

Using the D-550

OFF

and turn it

Selector button

and turn it ON with the joystick.

OFF

with the joystick.

Complete

.”

Insert the Memory Card (M-256D) into the D-550 Card Slot.

Press the

Using the

Press the

[DATA TRANS]

[]

[ENTER]

[WRITE]

[ENTER]

button.

button to turn the Memory Protect

button again. When the data transfer is completed, the display shows “

button.

buttons, select “

(Card -> Int)

.”

OFF

temporarily.

4, 6 533

Complete

.”

Transferring Patches To and From the D-50/550

Transferring Patches from the D-50/550 to the VC-1

* You cannot bulk load data when a patch in the Preset Banks (Pre1 – Pre6) is selected.

* The VC-1 display does not change immediately following the bulk load. This is due to the fact that the work area is

the bulk load destination (p. 44). You can confirm the outcome of the transfer by switching patches with the

dial

Using the D-50

6 53, 4

Use a MIDI cable to connect the D-50’s

Set the D-50 and V-Synth to the same MIDI channel (the basic channel; p. 80).

Press the D-50’s

While pressing the D-50’s

Press the D-50’s display shows “

Press the

[DATA TRANSFER]

[ENTER]

Complete

[EXIT]

button on the D-50 to return to the play mode.

button to begin the bulk dump. When the data transfer is completed, the D-50’s

.”

MIDI OUT

button.

connector to the V-Synth’s

button, specify “

B.Dump

MIDI IN

” with the

VALUE

connector.

Selector button

Using the D-550

Use a MIDI cable to connect the D-550’s

Set the D-550 and V-Synth to the same MIDI channel (the basic channel; p. 80).

Press the D-550’s

Select “

Hold down the When the data transfer is completed, the D-550’s display shows “

Press the

(B.Dump)

[EXIT]

MIDI OUT

[DATA TRANS]

” with the D-550’s

[DATA TRANS]

button on the D-550 to return to the play mode.

button.

[]

button and press the D-550’s

connector to the V-Synth’s

[]

buttons.

5 3, 56

[ENTER]

Complete

MIDI IN

connector.

button to begin the bulk dump.

.”

Saving Transferred Patches with the VC-1

The transferred patch data (64 patches) will be lost if you turn off the power. Be sure to save the data.

fig.04-04(LCD_ModeMenu_DataTrans)

Press

[MODE]

on the VC-1. The

Touch

appears.

fig.04-04a(LCD_DataTrans_BankSave)

Touch

screen appears.

When editing a parameter that requires you to specify a value, move the cursor to the value box of that parameter. Then modify the value by either turning the

[DEC/-]

Source Bank

Selects the save-source bank.

Value:

P1 – P6, I1 – I8

Destination Bank

Selects the save-destination bank.

Value:

I1 – I8

in the left of the screen. The

MODE MENU

. The

DATA TRANSFER

VALUE dial

window appears.

screen

Bank Copy

or pressing

[INC/+]

Transferring Patches To and From the D-50/550

Touch

<OK>

to execute the Save operation. If you want to cancel without executing, touch

Transferring Patches To and From the D-50/550

Transferring Patches from the VC-1 to the D-50/550

Using the D-50

123-1 4-34-1, 4-23-2

Use a MIDI cable to connect the V-Synth’s

Set the D-50 and V-Synth to the same MIDI channel (the basic channel; p. 80).

Turn the

3-1. 3-2.

Enable reception of bulk load data on the D-50.

4-1. 4-2.

4-3.

fig.04-05a

Turn the

5-1. 5-2. 5-3.

Press

Touch appears.

Memory Protect

Press the

Select “

Press the D-50’s

While pressing the D-50’s

button

Press the D-50’s

Press

Touch

Select “

dial

[MODE]

[TUNE/FUNCTION]

Protect

Exclusive Sw

[MODE]

Exclusive Sw

to specify On.

on the V-Synth. The

of the D-50 to

” with the

[DATA TRANSFER]

ENTER]

of the V-Synth to On.

Selector button

button.

,” then turn the V-Synth’s

. The

MIDI OUT

OFF

button.

and turn it

button.

[DATA TRANSFER]

MODE MENU

DATA TRANSFER

window appears.

connector to the D-50’s

OFF

with the joystick.

button, specify

VALUE

screen

(B.Load)

MIDI IN

with the

connector.

Selector

fig.04-06(LCD_DataTrans_BulkDump)

Touch

<B.Dump>

screen appears.

Modify the value by either turning the

[INC/+]

Source Bank

Selects the Patch Bank in the VC-1 with the patch data to transfer

to the D-50.

Value:

I1 – I8, P1 – P6

10.

Touch

<OK>

executing, touch

11.

When the data transfer is completed, the D-50’s display shows “

12.

Press the

[EXIT]

in the left of the screen. The

[DEC/-]

. The bulk dump starts. If you want to cancel without

button on the D-50 to return to the play mode.

MIDI Bulk Dump

VALUE dial

or pressing

Complete

.”

Using the D-550

Transferring Patches To and From the D-50/550

3-2 4-1

3-2 4-2

Use a MIDI cable to connect the VariOS’s

Set the D-550 and V-Synth to the same MIDI channel (the basic channel; p. 80).

Turn the

3-1.

3-2.

Enable reception of bulk load data on the D-550.

4-1.

4-2.

4-3.

fig.04-05a

Turn the

5-1. 5-2. 5-3.

Press

Touch

Memory Protect

Press the D-550’s

Select “

Protect

” with the

Press the D-550’s

Select “

(B.Load)

while holding the

Press the

Press

Touch

Select “

dial

[MODE]

[ENTER]

Exclusive Sw

[MODE]

Exclusive Sw

to specify On.

on the V-Synth. The

of the V-Synth to On.

of the D-550 to

[TUNE]

[DATA TRANS]

” with the D-550’s

[DATA TRANS]

button again.

,” then turn the V-Synth’s

. The

MIDI OUT

OFF

button.

[]

button.

[]

button.

MODE MENU

window appears.

DATA TRANSFER

connector to the D-550’s

buttons, and turn it

[]

VALUE

screen

appears.

fig.04-06(LCD_DataTrans_BulkDump)

Touch

<B.Dump>

in the left of the screen. The

MIDI Bulk Dump

screen appears.

Modify the value by either turning the

[INC/+]

[DEC/-]

VALUE dial

or pressing

Source Bank

Selects the Patch Bank in the VC-1 with the patch data to transfer

to the D-50.

Value:

I1 – I8, P1 – P6

4-2

3-1

4-3

MIDI IN

OFF

with the

buttons, then press the

4-2

connector.

[VALUE]

[ENTER]

button

10.

Touch executing, touch

<OK>

. The bulk dump starts. If you want to cancel without

Transferring Patches To and From the D-50/550

11.

When the data transfer is completed, the D-50’s display shows “

12.

Press the

[EXIT]

button on the D-50 to return to the play mode.

Copying a Reverb Type

Complete

.”

In addition to the patches (64 patches),

(Pre 1–6, Int 1–8). Different reverb types

16 reverb types (17–32

17–32

are saved to each patch bank. The reverb types you can

use vary with the selected patch as described below.

fig.04-06ae(ReverbTypeImage)

• All shared common reverb types (1–16) can be used.

• The reverb types

17–32

in individual banks can be used only

with the patches (64 patches) contained in that bank.

• Reverb types from a bank other than the internal banks (any

from 1 through 32) can be copied to a reverb type in the internal

banks (any from 17 through 32).

• This is convenient when, for example, you want to use Reverb

Type 25 (Gate Reverb) from the Patch Bank

Type 30 in the Patch Bank

Int 1

Pre 1

as Reverb

* Reverb Types (17–32) are transferred simultaneously with patch data

when patch data is transferred from the D-50 to the VC-1 (bulk loaded)

or from the VC-1 to the D-50 (bulk dumped).

fig.04-04(LCD_ModeMenu_DataTrans)

Press

[MODE]

Touch

on the VC-1. The

MODE MENU

. The

DATA TRANSFER

window appears.

screen

appears.

are also saved to the VC-1’s patch banks

Common

Reverb Type

(NOT rewritable)

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

13 14 15 16

Internal BankPreset Bank

Pre1

Reverb Type

(NOT rewritable)

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32

Int1

Reverb Type

(rewritable)

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32

fig.04-07(LCD_DataTrans_ReverbCopy)

Touch

COPY

screen appears.

Modify the value by either turning the

[INC/+]

[DEC/-]

Source Bank

Selects the source Patch Bank of Reverb Type.

Value:

P1 – P6, I1 – I8

No.

Selects the source Reverb Type.

Value:

1 – 32

Destination Bank

Selects the destination Patch Bank of Reverb Type.

Value:

I1 – I8

No.

Selects the destination Reverb Type.

Value:

17 – 32

Touch

<OK>

. The display will ask “Are You Sure?”, then touch operation. If you want to cancel without executing, touch When the reverb copy is completed, the display shows “

in the left of the screen. The

VALUE dial

REVERB

or pressing

Complete

Transferring Patches To and From the D-50/550

to execute the Reverb Copy

.”

Overview of the VC-1

Memory Structure

fig.07-01(MemorySuructure)

Temporary Area

Patch

(1)

Patch

Write

Patch Write

Patch:Int1

(64)

Int1–Int8 (512)

Wave (128)

Work Area

When the VC-1 is inserted in the V-Synth’s PC CARD slot, the system program and patch data is loaded

from the VC-1 into the V-Synth. The section where the system and patch data is loaded is called the

Area

. Content loaded to the Work Area is cleared when the V-Synth’s power is turned off. For this reason,

if you remove the VC-1 from the V-Synth and switch the power off, then on again, the V-Synth reverts to

its ordinary state.

In addition, banks (containing data for 64 patches) bulk dumped from an original D-50 (or other MIDI

device) are also stored temporarily in the Work Area. Bulk dumped data is cleared if the power is simply

turned off, so be sure to save the data to the VC-1 (p. 34).

Temporary Area

Patch data selected for performance is further taken from the Work Area and placed in memory called the

Temporary Area

patch data is lost if the power is simply turned off, so be sure to save these to the VC-1 (p. 34).

. Editing of tones and factors is performed on patches in this Temporary Area. Edited

Bank Save

Power ON

Patch:Int1

(64)

Int1–Int8 (512)

Wave (128)

Work Area

Patch

Select

Bulk Load

Bulk Dump

Patch

(64)

Wave

(100)

Work

The Basic Concept of a Tone

Throughout the process of programming the D-50, the operation remains simple and logical.

You can think of the D-50 having powerful synthesizers built in. Each of these hypothetical synthesizers

could behave like a convention analog synthesizer, or a PCM sampled synthesizer. Any combination of

two synthesizers can achieve some remarkable cross-modulation effects.

fig.07-02e(Tone)

Tone

Overview of the VC-1

Structure

Par tial 1

Par tial 2

Partial

The VC-1 (D-50) appears to have four powerful synthesizers built in. Each of these hypothetical

synthesizer could behave like a conventional

Consequently, They are referred to as

Partials are combined in pairs to form a

could take advantage of the LA version of cross modulation.

Synthesizer sound generator

A Synthesizer sound generator works like a conventional analog type synthesizer with an oscillator, a

filter, an amplifier and two ENV’s.

fig.07-03(BlockDiagramSynth)

Filter

ENV for pitch control

DSP

3 LFO's

Equalizer

Tone Name

analog synthesizer

Partials

TONE

TVF TVAWG

, since they are far more than just a pure synthesizer. These

, A Tone could either be a mix of the two Partials, or they

Square

Common

Chorus

, or a

PCM sampled synthesizer

TVA

Pitch

Processor

Envelope

Generator

Sawtooth

Envelope

Generator

Overview of the VC-1

PCM sound generator

A PCM sound generator provides 128 different PCM sampled sounds (= waveform).

fig.07-04(BlockDiagramPCM)

PCM Wave

Memory

DSPROM

Interpolator

TVAWG

TVA

Structure

synthesizers (a

Pitch

Processor

, which is one of the Common Parameters, determines which two of the hypothetical

synthesizer sound generator

or a

PCM sound generator

Envelope

Generator

) are to be used as Partial 1 and

Partial 2.

fig.07-05(PertialMix)

• These two Partial sounds (Partial 1 and Partial 2) can simply be

mixed as show below. By mixing two Partials, fatter sounds can

Par tial 1

be obtained. This is effective for making strings or organ type

sounds.

Par tial 2

fig.07-06(RingModulatorBlock)

• Partial 1 can be mixed with the ring-modulated sound of

Partials 1 and 2. (

“Ring Modulator”

(p. 47))

Par tial 1

Ring

Modulator

Tone

consists of two

Partials

apply to both Partials (Partial 1 and 2) . “

(Partials 1 and 2) and a

Structure

” is one of the Common parameters. It decides which

Common

Par tial 2

block. Some Common parameters

of the two sound generators is used for each Partial. Other Common parameters are an ENV for pitch,

three LFO modules, equalizer, chorus, etc.

Mixer

Ring Modulator

The Ring Modulator multiplies two sounds, creating an unusual and metallic sound that

contains complicated harmonics. For instance, two waveforms ( and ) are

multiplied and waveform is created. This is effective for making metallic sounds.

fig.07-07(RingModulatorWave)

Patch

During live performance, you can easily select a

and Lower), together with programmed E.Q., chorus and reverberation. These other parameters are

referred to as

fig.07-08e(Patch)

Patch

Factor

Tone Tune

Patch

, which is the combination of two Tones (Upper

Overview of the VC-1

Key Mode

UPPER Tone

Var iations of

Control Functions

LOWER Tone

Tone Tune

Tone

Balance

Output Mode

(Reverb, etc.)

Patch Name

MIDI

Overview of the VC-1

Structure of Tone Parameters

Depending on which

be used. Some Tone Parameters used for the Synthesizer sound generators are irrelevant to the PCM

generator. In a Structure with

those of Partial 1.

fig.07-09(ToneParam)

P-ENV

Pitch

generators

Ring modulation

Waveform

Pulse

Width

PCM Wave

Number

are selected in the

WG TVF TVA

LFO-111LFO-2

WG TVA

Partial Block

, some parameters of Partial 2 are automatically set to

Partial (Synthesizer Sound Generator)

Cutoff

Frequency

TVF ENV

, greatly different Tone Parameters will

Level

Resonance

LFO-3

Partial (PCM Sound Generator)

Level

TVA ENV

WG (Wave Generator)

In the WG (Wave Generator), the pitch and waveform are controlled.

Pitch

The basic pitch of a Partial (sound generator) can be set here. The pitch is a Common parameter, and is

therefore controlled by

Waveform, PCM Wave Number

This selects the waveform of the sound source. When a synthesizer sound generator is selected, the

waveform can be controlled by the

Pulse Width

This changes the waveform of the sound source. The pulse width is controlled by any

parameter).

P-ENV

and

Pulse Width

LFO-1

controls.

LFO

(= Common

TVF (Time Variant Filter)

This fitter passes lower frequency harmonics and cuts off the higher ones. By changing the cutoff point

and the resonance, the waveform changes.

Cutoff Frequency

This sets the cutoff point. The cutoff point can be controlled by

parameter).

Resonance

This emphasizes the cut off point, making more unusual or electronic sounds.

TVF ENV

and any

TVA (Time Variant Amplifier)

This controls the volume of the Partial.

Level

This determines the volume of the sound. When a synthesizer sound generators used, the level can be

controlled with the

the

TVA ENV

TVF ENV

controls the level.

and

LFO

(Common Parameter) . When a PCM sound generator is used,

ENV (Envelope Generator)

This generators a control signal (envelope curve) which controls the pitch, timbre and volume of each

Partial (sound generator).

Overview of the VC-1

LFO

(= Common

P-ENV

This is the ENV which controls pitch. It can be set for two selected Partial at once.

TVF ENV

This ENV controls the cutoff point, and can be set for each Partial separately.

TVA ENV

This ENV controls the volume level. This is can be set for each Partial separately.

LFO (Low Frequency)

This oscillator generates low frequencies only.

Any of the three LFO’s can be used for the two partials, Vibrato, PWM growl or tremolo effects can be

obtained using these LFO’s

*A different LFO can be used for each section or a

LFO-1

This can control

LFO-2

This can control

LFO-3

This can control

Pitch, Pulse Width, Cutoff Frequency

Pulse Width, Cutoff Frequency

Partial Parameters

Level

Creating a Patch

With the VC-1, you have total control over a wide variety of settings. Each item that can be set is known

as a “

parameter

“

editing

parameters.

There are two methods of sound creation.

• Editing an existing sound.

• Initializing all the parameters of a certain Partial, and then editing the Partial. (p. 56)

* Changes you make to sound settings are temporary, and will be lost if you turn off the power or select another sound.

If you want to keep the modified sound, you must save it. (

How to Make the Patch Settings

A number of patch

fig.08-01e(PatchTop)

Access the settings you wish to modify (p. 16).

* If you want to create all your patches from the ground up, rather than the

patches that have already been prepared, carry out the Initialize

operation (p. 56).

The parameters are organized into several editing groups. Touch one of the buttons at the bottom of the screen to select the edit group containing the parameters you want to set.

.” When you change the values of parameters, you are doing what is referred to as

.” This chapter explains the procedures used in creating patches, and the functions of the patch

“Saving Patches”

Factors

and

PATCH TOP

Tone Parameters

screen, and select the patch whose

are shown in each window.

(p. 34))

fig.08-02(L-ToneCommonP-ENV)

Touch one of the tabs in the left of the screen to select the desired editing screen.

When editing a parameter that requires you to specify a value, move the cursor to the value box of that parameter. Then modify the value by either turning the

[DEC/-]

. You can also modify a value by dragging over the touch

screen.

Repeat steps 2–4 to complete a patch.

If you wish to save the changes you’ve made, perform the Save operation (p. 34). If you do not wish to save changes, press to return to the

* If you return to the

the patch settings have been modified. If you turn off the power or select a different patch while the display indicates

“

EDITED

PATCH TOP

,” your edited patch will be lost.

VALUE dial

screen.

screen without saving, the display will indicate “

or pressing

[INC/+]

[EXIT]

Patch factor

Lower Tone

EDITED

,” reminding you that

Upper Tone

Useful Functions for Editing

The VC-1 provides numerous ways in which you can edit your own patches more conveniently.

Editing a Value

Creating a Patch

To edit a value, you can use the

value using the cursor as described earlier, and modify its value. Each parameter has its own range of

possible values. You

maximum value.

fig.08-03(ValueDial,etc)

Cursor Buttons

Press

[], [], []

VALUE dial

• Turning the

decreases its value.

• Hold down

large value changes more quickly.

[INC/+] and [DEC/-]

• Press

• Keep the button pressed for continuous adjustment.

• For faster value increases, keep

values quickly, keep

• Hold down

[SHIFT]

[INC/+]

[SHIFT]

CANNOT

VALUE dial

as you move the

to increase the selected value, and

[DEC/-]

while using

VALUE dial, [INC/+]

set any value smaller than the minimum value or greater than the

, or

[]

(the cursor buttons) to move the cursor.

clockwise increases the value, and turning it counterclockwise

VALUE dial

[INC/+]

pressed down and press

[INC/+]

Undoing an editing Operation

The

Undo

function returns the current value of the parameter to the original value before being edited.

This only refers to the last parameter that has been adjusted.

fig.08-04(LCD_pulldown_undo)

[DEC/-]

to increase value increments to make

[DEC/-]

to decrease it.

pressed down and press

[INC/+]

[DEC/-]

, the value will change in larger steps.

.In each VC-1 screen, you can select a

[DEC/-]

. To decrease

In the upper right of the screen, touch appears.

In the pulldown menu, touch

<UNDO>

. A pulldown menu

Creating a Patch

Editing with the Panel Controls (Partial Select)

You can assign a variety of parameters (such as TVF Resonance or TVA Level) to the knobs and sliders at

the right of the front panel for direct, intuitive editing of the parameters.

The partials to which the tone parameters assigned to the different knobs and sliders are applied are

specified in the

the knobs and sliders to edit the tone parameters of the partial whose indicator is lit.

fig.08-07(LCD_PartialSelect & PANEL_Strycture1Button)

PATCH TOP

screen or with

STRUCTURE [1]

at the right of the front panel. You can use

Off Off On Off

* The Partial select setting will be written into the VC-1 by taking the saving procedure. (p. 34)

Silencing the Sound of the Partial

While editing a Partial parameter, any Partial sound can be muted (Partial Mute).

Partials to be muted are specified in the

front panel. The partial is muted when the indicator is off; muting is defeated when the indicator is lit.

fig.08-08(LCD_PartialMute & PANEL_Structure3Button)

* The Partial Mute setting will be written into the VC-1 by taking the saving procedure. (p. 34)

PATCH TOP

OnOffOffOff

(Off)

screen or with

(Off)U2(On)

(Off)L2(Off)

(On)U2(Off)

(Off)

STRUCTURE [3]

at the right of the

Copying Tone Settings

A Tone from another Patch can be copied to the patch currently selected (Tone Copy).

fig.08-05(LCD_Pulldown_ToneCopy)

Make sure the

Touch appears.

In the pulldown menu, touch window appears.

fig.08-06(LCD_ToneCopyWindow)

Touch some buttons (checkbox) in the left side of the screen to select the object you want to copy (✔).

Display Value

Touch a button (valuebox) in the right side of the screen to select the destination Tone.

PATCH TOP

in the upper right of the screen. A pulldown menu

<TONE>

<PATCH FACTOR> Off, On (✔) <CTRL SETUP> Off, On (✔)

screen is displayed.

I1-11–I8-88, P1-11–P6-88

Off, On (✔), UPPER, LOWER

. The

TONE COPY

Creating a Patch

2 3

Display Value

<TONE>

Touch

UPPER, LOWER

to execute the copy operation. If you want to cancel without executing, touch

Creating a Patch

Copying Parameter Settings

A group of Tone parameters can be copied within a Patch (Parameter Copy).

fig.08-06a(LCD_Pulldown_ParamCopy)

Make sure the

Touch appears.

In the pulldown menu, touch

COPY

fig.08-06b(LCD_ParamParamWindow)

Touch some button (valuebox) in the left side of the screen to select the object you want to copy.

PATCH TOP

in the upper right of the screen. A pulldown menu

window appears.

screen is displayed.

. The

PARAM

TONE (Source Tone)

Select the Tone to be copied.

Value:

UPPER, LOWER

PARTIAL (Source Partial)

Select the Partial parameter to be copied.

Value:

ALL, COMMON, PART-1, PART-2

Display <ALL> <COMMON> <PART-1> <PART-2>

BLOCK (Source Block)

If either PART-1 or PART-2 is selected in , any of the following Blocks can be selected.

Value:

ALL, WG, TVF, TVA

Display <ALL> <WG> <TVF> <TVA>

Touch some button (valuebox) in the right side of the screen to select the destination Tone.

TONE (Destination Tone)

Select the location for the Source Tone.

Value:

UPPER, LOWER

Function

All the parameters Common parameters Partial 1’s parameters Partial 2’s parameters

Function

All parameters WG parameters (p. 64) TVF parameters (p. 68) TVA parameters (p. 73)

PARTIAL (Source Partial)

If PART-1 or PART-2 is selected in , select the corresponding block.

Value:

PART-1, PART-2

* When is set to

Touch

All

COMMON

to execute the copy operation. If you want to cancel without executing, touch

, setting is ignored.

Auditioning the Sound Before Editing

Creating a Patch

While editing a parameter, you may wish to hear the original sound before it was edited. The

function allows you to call the original Patch without erasing the edited sound.

In the upper right of the screen, touch

In the pulldown menu, touch

fig.08-14

Touch

<OK>

to turn it on, and the original sound may be heard by playing the keyboard.

again to turn it off, and the edited sound will come back.

to return to the

PATCH TOP

. A pulldown menu appears.

. The

PATCH COMPARE

screen.

window appears.

Compare

Creating a Patch

Initializing Patch Settings

Initialize

Initialize operation will affect only the currently selected patch in temporary area; the patches that are

stored in internal memory and work area will not be affected. If you wish to restore all of the VC-1’s

settings to their factory values, perform a

fig.08-09(Patch_Initialize)

Access the to initialize (p. 16).

Touch appears.

In the pulldown menu, touch window appears.

fig.08-10(LCD_Initialiae)

Touch some buttons (checkbox) in the screen to select the object you want to initialize (✔).

<Check All>:

<PATCH FACTOR>:

<CTRL SETUP>:

<COMMON>:

<PART-1>:

<PART-2>:

means to return the settings of the currently selected patch to a standard set of values. The

Factory Reset

PATCH TOP

in the upper right of the screen. A pulldown menu

screen, and select the patch that you wish

Mark all object.

Patch factor settings. (p. 26)

Control setup settings. (p. 26)

Common parameter settings. (p. 57)

Partial-1 parameter settings. (p. 63)

Partial-2 parameter settings. (p. 63)

. The

(p. 35).

INITIALIZE

Touch be returned to the

. The initialization will be carried out, and you’ll

PATCH TOP

screen.

Tone Parameters

Common Parameters

fig.09-01(LCD_Structure)

<Struct>:

<P-ENV>:

<LFO>:

<EQ/CHORUS>:

Structure

Struct (Structure Number)

Select one of the following seven Structures.

Value:

1–7

(p. 57)

(p. 58)

(p. 60)

(p. 61)

Number

: Synthesizer Sound Generator

: PCM Sound Generator, : Ring Modulator

Balance (Partial Balance)

Adjusts the volume balance of the Upper and Lower Tone.

Value:

0–99

Partial 1 Partial 2 Combination of two Partials

S P Mixture of Partial 1 and ring-modulation

P P Mixture of Partial 1 and partial 2.

S Mixture of Partial 1 and partial 2.

S Mixture of Partial 1 and ring-modulation.

S Mixture of Partial 1 and partial 2.

S Mixture of Partial 1 and ring-modulation.

P Mixture of Partial 1 and ring-modulation.

Tone Parameters

P-ENV (Pitch Envelope)

P-ENV Edit (Envelope)

fig.09-09(LCD_P-ENV_PEnvEdit)

Velo (Velocity Range)

Sets the maximum effect of the velocity that controls the pitch of

the P-ENV. At higher values, the keyboard velocity has a greater,

effect on the envelope.

Value:

0–2

fig.09-10(TimeKeyFollow)

TKF (Keyfollow (Time))

Sets the time of the P-ENV depending on the key played. Higher

values change the time more drastically.

Value:

0–4

P-ENV Time Edit

The envelope curve is determined by times and levels.

fig.09-11e(P-ENV_Time)

Point 1

Point 2

Pitch 0

Point 0

(Key On)

T2 T3 T4

Point 3

SusL

EndL

(Key Off) Point 4

fig.09-12(LCD_P-ENV/Time)

T1 (Time 1)

Sets the time needed from point 0 (the moment the key is pressed)

to point 1.

Value:

0–50

T2 (Time 2)

Sets the time needed from point 1 to point 2.

Value:

0–50

T3 (Time 3)

Sets the time needed from point 2 to point 3.

Value:

0–50

T4 (Time 4)

Sets the time needed from the moment the key is released to point 4.

Value:

0–50

P-ENV Level Edit

fig.09-13(LCD_P-ENV/Level)

L0 (Level 0)

Sets the pitch created the moment a key is pressed.

Value:

-50–+50

Tone Parameters

L1 (Level 1)

Sets the pitch of the point 1.

Value:

-50–+50

L2 (Level 2)

Sets the pitch of the point 2.

Value:

-50–+50

SusL (Sustain Level)

Sets the pitch of point 3.

Value:

-50–+50

EndL (End Level)

Sets the pitch of point 4.

Value:

-50–+50

* If the Levels of two adjacent points are set to similar values, the time between these two points may prove to be

shorter than what is actually set, or even zero.

Tone Parameters

* The maximum variable range of each level will depend on the Velocity Range in P-ENV. (p. 58)

Velocity Range Level Range

Pitch Mod (Pitch Modulation)

Depending on how the LFO in WG modulation (p. 67) is set, the vibrato set here may have no effect at all.

fig.09-14(LCD_P-ENV/PitchMod)

LFOD (LFO Depth)

Sets the depth of LFO-1, that controls the WG pitch. Higher values

deepen the effect.

Value:

0–100

Lever (Pitch Lever Modulation)

Sets the sensitivity of the vibrato depth controlled by the bender

lever. Higher values deepen the effect.

Value:

0–100

+50 +1 octave

-50 -1 octave

+50 +1.5 octave

-50 -1.5 octave

+50 +2 octave

-50 -2 octave

After (Pitch Aftertouch Modulation)

This sets the sensitivity of the vibrato depth controlled by

aftertouch. Higher values deepen the vibrato effect.

Value:

0–100

LFO (Low Frequency Oscillator)

The parameters of LFO-2 and LFO-3 can be set like LFO-1, except for a few parameters.

fig.09-15(LCD_LFO)

Wave (LFO Waveform)

Selects the waveform of the LFO.

Value:

TRI, SAW, SQU, RND

Display Waveform

TRI

(Triangle)

SAW

(Sawtooth)

SQU

(Square)

RND

(Random)

Rate (LFO Rate)

Sets the rate (frequency) of the LFO. Higher values quicken the rate.

Value:

0–100

Waveform changes randomly.

Delay (Delay Time)

This sets the time needed for the LFO to appear, from the moment a key is pressed. Higher values

increase the delay time.

Value:

0–100

Sync

Selects the timing of the LFO oscillation as follows. For LFO-2 and LFO-3, KEY cannot be selected.

Value:

OFF, ON, KEY

Display Description OFF

KEY

LFO does not sync to the keyboard. When a key is played after all keys have been released, the LFO begins its wave generating

process from the beginning. LFO begins its wave generation from the beginning each time a new key is played.

EQ/CHORUS (Equalizer/Chorus)

EQ Edit (Equalizer)

fig.09-16(LCD_EqEdit)

In the equalizer section, the frequency characteristic of the sound

can be modified. The Equalizer consists of the following

parameters.

Tone Parameters

fig.09-17e(EQ_Lg)

LowFreq (Low Frequency)

Sets the frequency where the gain is altered in the low to middle

range.

Value:

63, 75, 88, 105, 125, 150, 175, 210, 250, 300, 350,\r420, 500,

600, 700, 840 Hz

LowGain (Low Gain)

Sets the gain of the lower frequencies. “+” settings raise the gain,

and “-” settings lower it.

Value:

-12–+12 dB

Level 0

LowFreq

LowGain

Frequency

Tone Parameters

fig.09-18e(EQ_Hf/HQ)

HiFreq (High Frequency)

Sets the frequency where the gain is altered in the middle to high

range.

Value:

2.0, 2.4, 2.8, 3.4, 4.0, 4.8, 5.7, 6.7, 8.0, 9.5 kHz

HiQ (High Q)

Sets the width of the frequency band where the gain is boosted or

cut. With a higher value, the frequency band is narrower, and vice

versa.

Value:

fig.09-19e(EQ_Hg)

HiGain (High Gain)

Sets the gain of the Hf frequency. “+” settings raise the gain and “

” settings lower it.

Value:

250, 300, 350, 420, 500, 600, 700, 840 Hz, 1.0, 1.2,\r1.4, 1.7,

0.3, 0.5, 0.7, 1.5, 2.0, 3.0, 4.2, 6.0

-12–+12 dB

Level 0

HiFreq

HQ is Height.

HQ is low.

Frequency

HiGain

Frequency

fig.09-20(LCD_ChorusEdit)

Chorus Edit

Type (Chorus Type)

Selects one of the 8 basic chorus effects.

Value:

1–8

Display Type

Chorus 1

Chorus 2

Flanger 1

Flanger 2

Feedback Chorus

Tremolo

Chorus Tremolo

Dimension

Rate (Chorus Rate)

Sets the rate of the chorus effect. Higher values quicken the rate.

Value:

0–100

Depth (Chorus Depth)

Sets the depth of the chorus effect. Higher values deepen the effect.

Value:

0–100

Tone Parameters

Balance (Chorus Balance)

This sets the volume balance of the chorus of the chorus sound

and normal sound.

Value:

0–100

Partial Parameters

Restriction of the available parameters caused by Structure

Depending on what Structure (p. 57) is used, the available parameters may be different.

1. Some parameters included in a Partial that uses a PCM sound generator are invalid. The

mark is shown when the parameters apply even for PCM sounds.

2. With Ring Modulation, some parameters in Partial 2 will automatically become the same as

for Partial 1. Therefore, the values shown in the display are irrelevant with the actual values.

The mark is shown for such parameters.

fig.09-20a(LCD_LTonePartial1)

<FORM>

<PITCH>

<TVF>

<TVA>

<MOD>

: (p. 64)

: (p. 66)

: (p. 68)

: (p. 73)

: (p. 76)

Value Balance

100 Only the chorus sound is heard.

50 Chorus sound = Normal sound

0 Only the normal sound is heard.

Tone Parameters

WG Form (WG Waveform)

WG Form (Waveform)

fig.09-21(LCD_PART1-FORM)

Wave (Waveform)

Selects the waveform of the synthesizer sound generator.

Value:

SQU, SAW

Display

SQU

(square)

SAW

(Sawtooth)

*A sawtooth waveform is produced by processing a square Waveform at

the TVF, that is, all the waveform are square at WG even when a

sawtooth is selected.

PCM (PCM Wave Number)

This selects one of the 127 different sampled waves of the PCM sound generator. (p. 138)

Value:

1–127

Waveform

WG PW (WG Pulse Width)

fig.09-22(LCD_WgPw)

fig.09-23(PulseWidth)

PW (Pulse Width)

A square waveform has exactly the same width, up and down but

a Pulse waveform has different widths. The ratio of upper width

to lower is called pulse width. Depending on the set pulse width

value, the harmonic content of the sound changes greatly.

Value:

0–100

* When a

sawtooth

raises the pitch by an octave.

is selected with

WG Waveform

, pulse width 50%

100

97%

50%

fig.09-24(VelocityRange)

Velo (Velocity Range)

Sets the sensitivity of the velocity that controls the pulse width.

With “-” values, the pulse width becomes smaller by playing the

keyboard harder, and with “+” values, the pulse width becomes

wider by playing the keyboard harder.

Value:

-7–+7

After (Aftertouch Range)

Sets the sensitivity of the aftertouch that controls the pulse width.

With “-” values, the pulse width becomes smaller with stronger

-7

aftertouch, and with “+” values, the pulse width becomes wider

with stronger aftertouch.

Value:

-7–+7

LFO (LFO Select)

Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) means changing the pulse width periodically. LFO Select decides which

of the LFO’s is to be used for modulating the pulse width.

Value:

+1, -1, +2, -2, +3, -3

fig.09-25e(LFO Select)

Display

-1

-2

-3

LFO (Phase)

LFO-1 (+) LFO-1 (-) LFO-2 (+) LFO-2 (-) LFO-3 (+) LFO-3 (-)

LFOD (LFO Depth)

This sets the depth of the PWM. Higher values Deepen the effect.

Value:

0–100

Tone Parameters

Positive Phase (+)

Negative Phase (-)

Tone Parameters

WG PITCH

WG Pitch

fig.09-26(LCD_WgPitch)

Coars (Pitch Coarse)

Sets the standard pitch of a Partial in semi-tone steps. The

standard pitch is the pitch at C5 (middle C) key.

Value:

Fine (Pitch Fine)

The standard pitch can be altered over about +/- 50 cents.

Value:

fig.09-27e(PitchKeyFollow)

KF (Keyfollow (pitch))

Usually, the keyboard to a synthesizer assigns a semi-tone to

each key. This parameter can change the pitch ratio as show

below. The value represents how many octaves are changed

over 12 keys.

Value:

3/2, 2, s1, s2

* s1 or s2 may be selected for slightly stretching octaves.

s1: Pitch 1 cent higher than one octave.

s2: Pitch 5 cents higher than one octave.

C1–C7

-50–+50

-1, -1/2, -1/4, 0, 1, 1/4, 3/8, 1/2, 5/8, 3/4, 7/8, 1, 5/4,

-1

Pitch (Octave)

-1

-1/2

-1/4

5/4

3/2

7/8 3/4 5/8 1/2 3/8

1/4 1/8 0

Middle C (C4)

WG Mod (WG Modulation)

fig.09-27z(LCD_PitchWfMod)

LFO (LFO Mode)

fig.09-28e(LFO_Mode)

Selects one of the following four vibrato modes.

Value:

OFF, (+), (-), A&L

Display Description OFF (+)

Vibrato is on.

(-)

Vibrato is on but inverted.

A&L

No vibrato is obtained.

Vibrato can be obtained only by Aftertouch and Bender Lever.

Tone Parameters

Normal

"-" is selected.

ENV (P-ENV Mode)

fig.09-29e(P-ENV_Mode)

Selects one of the following three modes, determining how the

pitch is controlled by P-ENV.

Value:

OFF, (+), (-)

Display OFF (+) (-)

Description

No alteration. Pitch changes with the set P-ENV curve. Pitch changes with the P-ENV curve inverted.

Bend (Bender Mode)

Selects how the pitch is controlled by the bender lever as follows.

Value:

OFF, KEY, NOM

Display Description OFF KF NOM

No pitch alteration by moving the lever right or the left. Pitch changes within the Bender range, set in Patch Factors, plus Keyfollow (Pitch) of WG. Pitch changes within the Bender range, set in Patch Factors.

"+" is selected.

"-" is selected.

Tone Parameters

Bender Mode Example:

• If the Bender range is set to 12 (1 octave), and the Keyfollow (Pitch) of WG is set to 2, the

maximum pitch change caused by moving the Bender Lever is 2 octaves.

• When the Keyfollow (Pitch) of WG is set to zero, there is no pitch change caused by the

Bender lever.

TVF (Time Variant Filter)

TVF

fig.09-30(LCD_TVF/TVF)

Freq (Cutoff Frequency)

fig.09-31e(CutoffFrequency)

Sets the cutoff point of the TVF. As you lower the value, higher

frequencies are removed and the waveform gradually become an

approximation of a sine wave, then the sound will finally fade

out.

Value:

0–100

100

Value

Level

Frequency

Level

Cutoff Point Frequency

Level

Cutoff Point Frequency

Level

Cutoff Point Frequency

fig.09-32e(Resonance)

Reso (Resonance)

Boosts the cutoff point. As you increase the value, specific

harmonics are emphasized and the sound will become more

unusual, more electronic in nature.

Value:

0–30

100

Tone Parameters

Level

Cutoff Point Frequency

Level

fig.09-33e(CutoffKeyFollow)

KF(Keyfollow (Cutoff Point))

Keyfollow can change the cutoff point depending on the key

played. Just like the Keyfollow of WG pitch, the value

represents how many octaves change over 12 keys.

Value:

-1, -1/2, -1/4, 0, 1, 1/4, 3/8, 1/2, 5/8, 3/4, 7/8, 1, 5/4,

3/2, 2

BP (Bias Point)

You can add a further change (= bias level) to the Keyfollow

curve, and set the range (bias direction) where the bias level is

valid. The bias range is where the bias level is valid on the

keyboard. It can be set with the

range begins) and

Value:

<A1–<C7, >A1–>C7

Display Example >C4 <C4

bias direction

Example Function

The bias level is only valid on the keyboard above the C4 key. The bias level is only valid on the keyboard below the C4 key.

bias point

( < or > ).

(where the bias

-1

Value

Pitch (Octave)

-1

-1/2

-1/4

Cutoff Point Frequency

Level

Cutoff Point Frequency

Level

Cutoff Point Frequency

Middle C (C4)

5/4

3/2

7/8 3/4 5/8 1/2 3/8

1/4 1/8 0

BLevel (Bias Level)

The bias level can be set. “+” values raise the curve, and “-” value lower the curve.

Value:

-7–+7

Tone Parameters

Keyfollow Adjustment

fig.09-34e(bias/direction)

The curve in the picture represents the Keyfollow value with the bias level added.

• TVF Keyfollow (Cutoff Point): 0

• Bias Direction: >C4

TVF ENV (TVF Envelope)

fig.09-35(LCD_TVF/TVF ENV)

Depth (ENV Depth)

Sets the depth of the TVF ENV modulation that changes the TVF

cutoff Point. Higher values deepen the effect.

Value:

0–100

Middle C (C4)

Angle

Value

Velo (Velocity Range)

DKF (Keyfollow (Depth))

TKF (Keyfollow (Time))

Sets the sensitivity of the velocity than controls the depth of the

TVF ENV. At higher values, the effect is deeper by playing

harder.

Value:

0–100

This can change the TVF ENV depth depending on the key played. Higher values change the depth more

drastically.

Value:

0–4

fig.09-36(TimeKeyFollow)

This can change the time of the TVF ENV depending on the key

played. Higher values change the time more drastically.

Value:

0–4

TVF ENV Time

An envelope curve is determined by times and levels.

fig.09-37e(TvfEnvTime)

Point 1

Point 2

Point 3

Point 4

Tone Parameters

SusLL3L2L1

Key On Key Off

fig.09-38(LCD_TvfEnvTime)

T1 T2 T3 T4 T5

T1 (Time 1)

Sets the time needs to reach point 1 from the moment the key is

pressed.

Value:

0–100

T2 (Time 2)

Sets the time needed to reach point 2 from point 1.

Value:

0–100

T3 (Time 3)

Sets the time needed to reach point 3 from point 2.

Value:

0–100

T4 (Time 4)

Sets the time needed to reach point 4 from point 3.

Value:

0–100

T5 (Time 5)

Sets the time needed to reach point 5 from the moment the key is released.

Value:

0–100

Point 5 EndL

Tone Parameters

TVF ENV Level

L1 (Level 1)

L2 (Level 2)

L3 (Level 3)

SusL (Sustain Level)

EndL (End Level)

* The End Level is retained until you release and play the key again.

* If the Levels of two adjacent points are set to similar values, the time between these two points may prove to be

fig.09-39(LCD_TvfEnvLevel)

Sets the of point 1.

Value:

0–100

Sets the level of point 2.

Value:

0–100

Sets the level of point 3.

Value:

0–100

This sets the level of point 4.

Value:

0–100

To lower the level after releasing the key, set this to 0, and to raise the level, set it to 100.

Value:

0, 100

shorter than what is actually set, or even zero.

TVA (Time Variant Amplifier)

TVA

fig.09-40(LCD_TvaTva)

Level

Sets the volume of a Partial. Higher values may cause sound

distortion. If so, lower the value. Even when the Level is set to

zero here, the sound may not be completely muted if the TVA

ENV curve is high.

Value:

0–100

Velo (Velocity Range)

Sets the sensitivity of the velocity that controls the volume of the

sound. “-” values lower the level by harder playing, and “+”

values raise the level by harder playing.

Value:

-50–+50

BP (Bias Point)

You can change the overall volume of the keyboard (= bias level) from the set level, and set the range (bias

direction) where the bias level is valid.

This bias range is where the bias level is valid on the keyboard. It can be set with the bias point (Where he

bias range begins) and bias direction ( < or > ).

Value:

<A1–<C7, >A1–>C7

Tone Parameters

Display Example >C4 <C4

Function Example

The bias level is only valid on the keyboard above the C4 key. The bias level is only valid on the keyboard below the C4 key.

BLevel (Bias Level)

The curve ( bias level ) can be set. Lower values make the curve steeper.

Value:

-12–0

Volume Adjustment

fig.09-41e(bias/direction)

Value

Angle

• Bias Point:>C6

Tone Parameters

TVA ENV (Envelope)

fig.09-42(LCD_TvaEnv)

Velo (Velocity Follow (Time 1))

Sets the sensitivity of the velocity than controls the Time 1 of the

TVA ENV. Increasing the sensitivity shortens Time 1, by stronger

playing.

Value:

0–4

fig.09-36(TimeKeyFollow)

TKF (Keyfollow (Time))

This can change the time o the TVA ENV depending on the key

played. 0 to 4 are valid. Higher values change the time more

drastically.

Value:

0–4

TVA ENV Time

An envelope curve is determined by times and levels.

fig.09-37e(TvaEnv)

Point 1

Point 2

Point 3

Point 4

SusLL3L2L1

Key On Key Off

fig.09-43(LCD_TvaEnvTime)

T1 T2 T3 T4 T5

T1 (Time 1)

Sets the time needed to reach point 1 from the moment the key is

pressed.

Value:

0–100

T2 (Time 2)

Sets the time needed to reach point 2 from point 1.

Value:

0–100

T3 (Time 3)

Sets the time needed to reach point 3 from point 2.

Value:

0–100

Point 5 EndL

T4 (Time 4

Sets the time needed to reach point 4 from point 3.

Value:

0–100

T5 (Time 5)

Sets the time needed to reach point 5 from the moment the key is released.

Value:

0–100

TVA ENV Level

fig.09-44(LCD_TvaEnvLevel)

L1 (Level 1)

Sets the level of point 1.

Value:

0–100

L2 (Level 2)

Sets the level of point 2.

Value:

0–100

L3 (Level 3)

Sets the level of point 3.

Value:

0–100

SusL (Sustain Level)

Sets the level of point 4.

Value:

0–100

Tone Parameters

EndL (End Level)

To lower the level after releasing the key, set this to 0, and to raise the level, set it to 100.

Value:

0, 100

* The End Level remains until the key is released and played again. That is, at a value of 100, the sound remains.

However, the PMC Sound Generator’s One-shot sounds do not remain even when set to 100.

* If the levels of two adjacent points are set to similar values, the time between these two points may prove to be

shorter than what is actually set, or even zero.

Tone Parameters

MOD (Modulation)

TVF MOD

fig.09-45(LCD_ModTvfMod)

LFO (LFO Select)

Selects the LFO that changes cutoff point periodically (creating

growl effects).

Value:

+1, -1, +2, -2, +3, -3

fig.09-25e(LFO Select)

Display

-1

-2

-3

LFOD (LFO Depth)

Sets the depth of a growl effect. Higher values deepen the effect.

Value:

LFO (Phase)

LFO-1 (+) LFO-1 (-) LFO-2 (+) LFO-2 (-) LFO-3 (+) LFO-3 (-)

0–100

Positive Phase (+)

Negative Phase (-)

After (Aftertouch Range)

Sets the sensitivity of the aftertouch that controls the cutoff point. “-” values lower the cutoff point by

stronger Aftertouch, and “+” values raise it.

Value:

-7–+7

TVA MOD

fig.09-46(LCD_ModTvaMod)

LFO (LFO Select)

Selects the LFO that changes the volume periodically (tremolo

effects) .

Value:

+1, -1, +2, -2, +3, -3

fig.09-25e(LFO Select)

Display

-1

-2

-3

LFOD (LFO Depth)

Sets the depth of the tremolo effect. Higher values deepen the

effect.

Value:

LFO (phase)

LFO-1 (+) LFO-1 (-) LFO-2 (+) LFO-2 (-) LFO-3 (+) LFO-3 (-)

0–100

Tone Parameters

Positive Phase (+)

Negative Phase (-)

After (Aftertouch Range)

Sets the sensitivity of the aftertouch that controls the volume. “-” values lower the volume by stronger

aftertouch. And “+” values increase the volume by stronger aftertouch.

Value:

-7–+7

Settings for the Entire VC-1

Settings that affect the entire operating environment of the VC-1, such as tuning and MIDI message

reception, are referred to as

functions and describes the functions of the different System parameters.

How to Make the System Function Settings

fig.10-01(LCD_ModeMenu)

Press

[MODE]

. The

Touch

fig.10-02(LCD_SystemGeneral)

Move the cursor to the value box of that parameter. Then modify the value by either turning the

[DEC/-]

Repeat steps 3 to make the settings for the System function.

After you have edited the settings of the System function, touch

<Write>

, located in the lower right of the screen.

. The

System functions

MODE MENU

SYSTEM

VALUE dial

. This section explains how to make settings for the System

window appears.

screen appears.

or pressing

[INC/+]

* Changes you make to the System function settings are only temporary—they will be discarded as soon as the power

is turned off. If you want to keep any changes you’ve made in the system settings, you must save them in VC-1.

When you perform the save procedure, the data that previously occupied the save destination will be lost. However,

the factory setting data can be recovered by performing the Initialization procedure. (Factory Reset; p. 35)

fig.10-03(LCD_SystemGeneral)

Sound Setting

Master Tune

Adjusts the overall tuning of the VC-1. The display shows the

frequency of the A4 note (center A).

Value:

427 – 452 Hz

Sound Character

Sets whether the output characteristics of the sound are the same

as those of the D-50 (D-50) or the V-Synth (V-Synth).

Value:

D-50, V-Synth

Digital Freq (Digital Frequency)

Sets the sampling frequency of the digital output.

Value:

44.1, 48, 96 kHz

fig.10-03a(LCD_SystemKeyboard)

Keyboard

Octave (Octave Shift)

Transposes the pitch of the keyboard in 1 octave units.

Value:

-3 – 3

Transpose

Modifies the pitch range of the keyboard in semitone steps.

Value:

-12 – +12

Settings for the Entire VC-1

KBD Sens (Keyboard Sensitivity)

Adjusts the keyboard’s touch.

Value:

LIGHT, MEDIUM, HEAVY

Aftertouch Sens

Specifies the Aftertouch sensitivity. Higher values will allow Aftertouch to be applied more easily.

Normally you will leave this at “50.”

Value:

0 – 100

Display Function

LIGHT

MEDIUM Standard HEAVY Acoustic piano simulation

Light weight synthesizer keyboard like

Settings for the Entire VC-1

fig.10-03b(LCD_SystemPedal)

Pedal Polarity

Hold (Hold Pedal)

Select the polarity of the Hold pedal. On some pedals, the

electrical signal output by the pedal when it is pressed or released

is the opposite of other pedals. If your pedal has an effect opposite

of what you expect, set this parameter to “REVERSE.” If you are

using a Roland pedal (that has no polarity switch), set this

parameter to “STANDARD.”

Value:

STANDARD, REVERSE

Pedal1, Pedal2 (Control Pedal 1, Control Pedal 2)

Selects the polarity of the pedal. On some pedals, the electrical signal output by the pedal when it is

pressed or released is the opposite of other pedals. If your pedal has an effect opposite of what you

expect, set this parameter to “REVERSE.” If you are using a Roland pedal (that has no polarity switch), set

this parameter to “STANDARD.”

Value:

STANDARD, REVERSE

fig.10-04(LCD_SystemMidi)

MIDI

MIDI CH (MIDI Channel)

Sets the

Basic Channel

receives and transmits messages).

Value:

1 – 16

* The transmit change can be set to a different number from the Basic

Channel individually from each Patch (p. 32).

Control

Determines how to receive messages from an external MIDI

device. (

“Key Mode Alteration”

Value:

B.CH, G.CH, MdeOFF

(MIDI channel on which the VC-1

(p. 126))

Display

B.CH

(Basic Channel mode)

G.CH

(Global Channel mode)

MdeOFF

(Mode Message OFF mode)

Function

When the VC-1 is being controlled in Mono mode, it receives the Voice massages (except for Note Event, Pitch Bender) on the Basic Channel from the external device.

When the VC-1 is being controlled in Mono mode, by an external device that has a Global Channel (one number smaller than the basic channel) it can receive all the Voice massages (except for Note Event, Pitch Bender) On the Global Channel.

In this mode, the VC-1 does NOT receive the Mode massages from the external MIDI device, but is assigned to the Key mode as set on the VC-1.

Settings for the Entire VC-1

SeparateCH (Receive Channel in Separate Mode)

When

SEP

(Separate Mode) or

be controlled on different channels. The Lower Tone is controlled by the basic channel, and the Upper

Tone is controlled by the receive channel set here. The V-Synth’s keyboard can control only the Upper

Tone.

Value:

1 – 16

* The receive channel of each Patch can be set to a different number from the channel set here. (p. 32)

Local (Local Switch)

Local OFF

Performance information is sent from the MIDI OUT connector, but the VC-1 does NOT make any sound.

The Performance information fed into the MIDI IN connector, however, can control the VC-1’s

synthesizer section.

Value:

Prog.C (Program Change Switch)

To receive or transmit Program Change messages, set this to On.

Program Change messages are transmitted only when a Patch is selected by operating the V-Synth’s

panel buttons, or when the Program Change number to be transmitted is altered also on the V-Synth’s

panel. IN other words, Program Change messages are not transmitted by patch selection with the

Program Change messages sent from an external MIDI device.

Value:

* The Program Change Number of each Patch can be set to a different number from the number set here. (p. 32)

Exclusive (Exclusive Switch)

To receive or transmit Exclusive messages (Roland ID Number only), set this to On,

Value:

separates the keyboard section from the synthesizer section in the VC-1. Therefore,

Off, On

Off, On, P-Dump, TxEdit

SEP-S

(Separate Solo Mode) is selected, the Upper and Lower Tones can

P-Dump

TxEdit

Display On P-Dump TxEDIT

* When set to

by Patch Shift with the pedal switch, or by patch selection with the Program Change messages sent from an external

device.

Bank.S (Bank Select Switch)

To receive or transmit Bank Select messages, set this to On.

Value:

USB MIDI (USB MISI Switch)

If you want to exchange MIDI messages with a sequencer or UNI QUEST editor via USB connector, set

this to On. (

Value:

Function

Normally. The patch data that you select is transmitted. The parameter data that you edited is transmitted.

P-Dump

Off, On

, the Patch you select is transmitted to an external device. However, it cannot be transmitted

“Exchanging MIDI Messages with Your Computer”

(p. 88))

Settings for the Entire VC-1

Initializing the System Settings

The current settings of the system functions can be restored to a set of standard settings, or to the factory

settings (System Initialize).

fig.10-04a

Access the System Edit screen.

Touch

<Init>

, located in the lower right of the screen.

If you want the factory settings to be in effect the next time the VC-1 is powered up, touch

<Write>

to save the settings.

Connecting to Your Computer via USB

Recovering the System from the CD-ROM

If while running the VC-1 from a computer you happen to delete (format) any of the VC-1’s folders or

files or change file or folder names, the VC-1 will fail to operate correctly. In such instances, recover the

VC-1’s program from the CD-ROM included with the VC-1.

Use the following procedure.

Selecting the V-Synth’s USB Storage Mode (p. 83)

Connecting the V-Synth to Your Computer via USB (p. 84)

Recovering the System

Canceling the USB Connection

(p. 86)

Selecting the V-Synth’s USB Storage Mode

fig.11-01(ModeMenuSystem)

Turn off the power of VC-1 (V-Synth) once, then pull out the VC-1 from the

Turn on the power of V-Synth again. Wait for the V-Synth to start up normally.

Press

Touch

fig.11-02(SystemGeneral)

In the left side of the screen, touch the

SYSTEM Com MIDI/USB

Touch appears.

PC CARD

[MODE]

to access the

slot.

V-Synth MODE MENU

. The

SYSTEM Com Master

screen appears.

. The

SYSTEM Com USB Setting

screen appears.

window.

tab. The

window

Connecting to Your Computer via USB

fig.11-03(System_UsbSetup)

Touch USB Mode

Touch

<OK>

fig.11-04(Warning)

When a

WARNING

10.

In the lower right of the SYSTEM Com MIDI/USB screen, touch

<Write>

to save the system settings.

window like the following appears, touch

to close the window.

. USB Storage mode will be selected.

Connecting the V-Synth to Your Computer via USB

The installation procedure will differ depending on your system. Please proceed to one of the following

sections, depending on the system you use.

•

Windows XP/2000/Me/98

•

Macintosh

(p. 85)

Windows XP/2000/Me/98

fig.11-05(ModeMenuUsb)

Make sure that the power of the VC-1 is turned off.

Start up your computer.

Connect the V-Synth and your computer using a USB cable.

Turn on the power of V-Synth.

Insert the

Press

Touch

VC-1

into the

[MODE]

to access the

<USB>

. The USB Storage screen appears.

(p. 84)

PC CARD

slot of the V-Synth rear panel.

V-Synth MODE MENU

window.

fig.11-06(Connect)

Touch

to establish the connection with your computer. When the USB connection is established for first time, the driver installation will begin. A dialog box of “Found new hardware” will appear near the Windows task tray. Installation is completely automatic. Please wait for it to be completed.

When installation is completed, open My Computer and you will see a new drive icon.

Connecting to Your Computer via USB

OS Windows 98/Me/2000 Windows XP

Icon name

Removable Disk VC-1

Once the V-Synth is connected, you can recover system files by operating your computer. (p. 86)

Macintosh

fig.11-05(ModeMenuUsb)

Make sure that the power of the V-Synth is turned off.

Start up your computer.

Connect the V-Synth and your computer using a USB cable.

Turn on the power of V-Synth.

Insert the

Press

Touch

fig.11-06(Connect)

Touch computer.

When the USB connection is established, a new drive icon will appear on your desktop.

VC-1

into the

[MODE]

to access the

<USB>

. The USB Storage screen appears.

PC CARD

V-Synth MODE MENU

to establish the connection with your

slot of the V-Synth rear panel.

window.

Once the V-Synth is connected, you can recover system files by operating your computer. (p. 86)

Connecting to Your Computer via USB

Recovering the System

Insert the V-Card CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer (

Using your computer, copy the (overwriting it) within the VC-1.

* Do not perform the following actions while “Access” (the access indicator) in the USB Storage screen is blinking.

Doing so may cause your computer to freeze, and may also damage the files in the drive.

• Do not disconnect the USB cable

• Do not remove the PC card while it is being accessed

• Do not sleep, restart, or shut down your computer

• Do not turn off the power of V-Synth.

SYRB1.BIN

Canceling the USB Connection

When recovery of the system data is finished, stop the USB connection to safely disconnect the USB cable

and turn off the power to the V-Synth.

fig.11-10(AccessLamp)

In the V-Synth’s (the access indicator) is not blinking.

Perform the “Eject” operation on your computer.

2-1.

Windows 98/Me/2000/XP:

In My Computer, right-click the “Removable Disk” icon

and execute “Eject.”

2-2.

Macintosh:

Select the VC-1 drive icon on your desktop, and either

choose “Eject” from the “Special” menu, or drag the icon

into the trash.The drive icon will disappear from the

desktop, and the USB connection will be cancelled.

USB Storage

screen, make sure that “

NOT

V-Synth driver CD-ROM!).

file on the V-Card CD-ROM to the

Access

”

SYRB1.BIN

file

Press

[EXIT]

. The USB Storage screen will close.

You can now safely disconnect the USB cable or turn off the power to the V-Synth with the USB cable still

connected.

fig.11-11(Warning2)

* If you press

computer, a WARNING window like the following will appear. Touch

“Eject” operation on your computer.

[EXIT]

without performing the “Eject” operation on your

to close this window only if you are unable to perform the

Connecting to Your Computer via USB

The VC-1’s File Structure

As seen from your computer, the VC-1’s file structure is as follows.

fig.11-09e(Vc1FileStructure)

• You can use the computer to copy (back up)

these files to the computer (e.g., the hard disk).

• Do not perform operations on your computer to

erase (format) or rename these folders or files.

If the VC-1 fails to operate correctly, use the CD-

ROM included with the VC-1 to perform the VC-

1 recovery. This will erase all the data that has

been saved on the VC-1.

V-Synth System Program

Var iOS System Program

System Parameter

Patches of Internal Bank

Connecting to Your Computer via USB

Exchanging MIDI Messages with Your Computer

What is the USB MIDI Driver?

fig.11-12e(MidiDriver)

The USB MIDI Driver is a software which

passes data between the VC-1 and the

application (sequencer software, UniQuest

editor, etc.) that is running on the USB-

connected computer.

The USB MIDI Driver sends data from the

application to the VC-1, and passes data

from the VC-1 to the application.

Computer

Application

Driver

USB

USB connecter

USB cable

USB connecter

V-Synth

In order to use the VC-1 as a USB MIDI device from your computer, you must first install the USB MIDI

driver. The USB MIDI driver is on the “V-Synth Driver CD-ROM.” (

NOT

VC-1 CD-ROM!)

In order to use USB in MIDI mode, you must install the driver from the V-Synth Driver CD-ROM into

your computer (included the V-Synth package).

The correct driver and the installation procedure will depend on your system and on the other programs

you are using. Be sure to read the Readme file on the CD-ROM before installation.

OS Windows XP/2000 Windows Me/98 Macintosh (OMS) Macintosh (FreeMIDI) Mac OS X

Folder

\Midi\Usb_xp2k\Readme_e.htm \Midi\Usb_me98\Readme_e.htm \OS_9\English\Readme_OMS-E.HTM \OS_9\English\Readme_FM-E.HTM \OS_X\Readme-E.HTM

* The most recent version of the USB-MIDI driver can be downloaded from the Roland Website;

http://www.roland.com/products/en/VC-1/

. This URL may change without notice.

Using with the VariOS

Panel Description............................................................................................................ 90

VariOS Menu.................................................................................................................... 93

Try Out the Sounds......................................................................................................... 94

Turning On the Power.......................................................................................................94

Selecting Patches and Playing Sounds............................................................................ 95

Determining the MIDI Keyboard Routings..........................................................................................96

Setting the MIDI Receive Channel......................................................................................................... 97

Selecting Patches with the VALUE knob.............................................................................................. 97

Applying Effects to the Sound....................................................................................... 98

Applying Effects by Turning Knobs ...............................................................................98

How to Make the Patch Factors .......................................................................................99

Transferring Patches To and From the D-50/550 .......................................................101

Transferring Patches from the D-50 to the VC-1 .........................................................101

Transferring Patches from the VC-1 to the D-50/550.................................................104

Overview of the VC-1 ....................................................................................................107

Memory Structure............................................................................................................107

The Basic Concept of a Tone...........................................................................................108

Structure of Tone Parameters.........................................................................................111

Creating Patches........................................................................................................... 113

Naming a Patch ................................................................................................................113

Saving Patches.................................................................................................................. 114

Initializing Patch Settings ...............................................................................................115

Reset to Default Factory Settings................................................................................... 115

Copying a Patch Bank .....................................................................................................116

Settings for the Entire VC-1 .........................................................................................117

How to Make the System Function Settings ................................................................117

Saving the System Settings ............................................................................................. 120

Initializing the System Settings (Init)............................................................................ 120

Connecting to Your Computer via USB ......................................................................121

Recovering the System from the CD-ROM ..................................................................121

Exchanging MIDI Messages with Your Computer..................................................... 124

Panel Description

When using the VariOS with the

correspond to the functions ascribed to these controls on the VariOS’s panel. Here is a description of the

names and functions in each section of the VariOS when it is used with the VC-1. Please read this material

together with “Names of Things and What They Do” in the VariOS User Guide. Controls whose functions

do not match what is shown on the panel are indicated with a mark.

Front Panel

fig.12-01(VariosFront)

PC CARD Slot

The

VC-1

C1/C2/C3 Knobs

Display

(PITCH)

(TIME)

(FORMANT)

can be inserted here.

Functions

The

This sets the volume of the

This sets the

OFF, C3

VC-1

, the actual functions of the VariOS’s buttons and knobs may not

2 3

volume balance

knob may have no effect.

of the Upper and the Lower Tone can be change.

portamento time

5 6 8 9 10 11

reverb

and direct sounds.

from one note to another. If Portamento Switch (p. 99) is set to

Indicators

Display

MIDI

TEMPO

USB

Display

Various information is shown here according to the operations you perform.

* 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.

Functions

Lights when a MIDI message is received.

This does NOT function for VC-1.

Lights when the MIDI mode of the VariOS is “PC” (p. 119).

Lights when connected to a computer via USB.

MENU Button

Accesses the various functions of the VariOS.

EXIT Button

Returns you to the previously displayed screen. Depending on the content of the menu, this button also

functions as CANCEL.

CURSOR Buttons

Used to move the cursor.

VALUE Dial

Turn this dial to edit a value. Pressing the VALUE dial will function as ENTER (confirm). If you turn the

VALUE dial while pressing it, the value will change in larger steps.

VOLUME Knob

Adjusts the overall volume that is output from the MAIN OUT jacks and the PHONES jack. By pressing

the VOLUME knob you can audition (preview) the current sample.

PHONES Jack

You can connect a set of headphones to this jack. Use headphones with an impedance in the range of 32 –

600 ohms.

Panel Description

POWER Switch

fig.sw-e

Turns the power of the VariOS on/off (p. 94). The power is on

when the switch is in the inward position, and off when the switch

is in the outward position.

Power is ON

Switch is depressed.

When

Power is OFF

Switch is Releaseed..

When

Panel Description

Rear Panel

fig.12-02(VariosRear)

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

AC Inlet

Connect the supplied power cord here.

Grounding Terminal

Depending on the circumstances of a particular setup, you may experience a discomforting sensation, or

perceive that the surface feels gritty to the touch when you touch this device, microphones connected to it,

or the metal portions of other objects. This is due to an infinitesimal electrical charge, which is absolutely

harmless. However, if you are concerned about this, connect the ground terminal (see figure) with an

external ground. When the unit is grounded, a slight hum may occur, depending on the particulars of

your installation. If you are unsure of the connection method, contact the nearest Roland Service Center,

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

Unsuitable places for connection:

Water pipes (may result in shock or electrocution)

Gas pipes (may result in fire or explosion)

Telephone-line ground or lightning rod (may be dangerous in the event of lightning)

USB Connector

Use a USB cable to connect the VariOS to your computer.

MIDI Connectors

Connect external MIDI devices here (p. 101). Use MIDI cables (sold separately) to make connections.

Display

OUT

DIGITAL OUT Connectors

These jacks output digital audio signals (stereo). Two types are provided; optical and coaxial. Output

settings are made in the screen where you specify the effect signal flow. You can use both types of OUT

connector simultaneously; they will output the same sound.

INPUT Jacks

Not used with the VC-1.

OUTPUT Jacks

Connect your amp or mixer to these jacks.

Display Functions

DIRECT OUT

MAIN OUT

Functions

Receives MIDI messages from an external device.

Transmits MIDI messages to an external device.

This does NOT function for VC-1.

Output the audio signal in stereo. If you want to use monaural output, connect only the L jack.

VariOS Menu

A number of Patch Factors and Parameters are shown in a Menu display. There are several Menu displays

as shown below.

Menu1 Patch Setting

1-1 Chase Switch

1-2 Portament Switch

1-3 Key Mode

1-4 Split Point

1-5 Partial Mute

Menu2 MIDI Setting

2-1 MIDI CH

2-2 Control

2-3 Separate CH

2-4 ProgramChange Sw

2-5 Exclusive Sw

2-6 BankSelect Sw

Menu3 Utility

3-1 Patch Name

3-2 Patch Initialize

3-3 Bank Copy

3-4 Bank Dump

3-5 Factory Reset

Menu4 System

4-1 Master Tune

4-2 Sound Character

4-3 MIDI Mode

4-4 C1/C2/C3 Knob

4-5 System Save

4-6 System Initialize

Menu5 Patch Write

Menu6 Bank Save

Page

(p. 99)

(p. 100)

(p. 117)

(p. 118)

(p. 113)

(p. 115)

(p. 116)

(p. 104)

(p. 115)

(p. 119)

(p. 120)

(p. 114)

(p. 104)

Try Out the Sounds

Turning On the Power

To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and

turn off the power on all devices before making any connections.

fig.12-03e(ConnectionImage)

Before hooking anything up, make sure that the power on all of your gear is turned OFF.

Connect the VariOS to your amp/speaker system.

After correctly inserting the VC-1 into the PC card slot in the VariOS’s front panel, switch ON the POWER switch.

* Carefully insert the PC card all the way in – -until it is firmly in place.

* 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.

* Always make sure to have the volume level turned down before switching

on power. Even with the volume all the way down, you may still hear

some sound when the power is switched on, but this is normal, and does

not indicate a malfunction.

* Never insert or pull out while the VC-1 (VariOS) is turned on.

MIDI IN

MIDI OUT

MIDI Keyboard

Monitor Speaker

Turn on the power for any connected amplifiers or speakers.

Wait for the VC-1 to start up. When it has started up normally, a screen like the following will appear. The display shows the selected Patch.

fig.12-04e(Card&LCD_default)

Patch Number Cursor

Patch Name

Selecting Patches and Playing Sounds

Try Out the Sounds

The VC-1 comes with a wide range of onboard sounds, including single tones called

A Patch is represented by a

fig.03-03e(PatchBankImage)

Patch bank (Pre1–6)

Pre6

Pre5

Pre4

Pre3

Pre2

Pre1

Number

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3

Bank

4 5 6 7 8

Patch Banks

Pre1

Pre2

Pre3

Pre4

Pre5

Pre6

Int1

Int2

Int3

Int4

Int5

Int6

Int7

Int8

Included patches Overwrite Remarks

D-50

VC-1

PN-D50-01

PN-D50-02

PN-D50-03

PN-D50-04

same as Pre1

same as Pre2

same as Pre3

same as Pre4

same as Pre5

same as Pre6

(blank)

Patch Bank

Int1

Bank

(Pre1 – 6, Int1 – 8), a

Patch bank (Int1–8)

Int6

Int5

Int4

Int3

Int2

Number

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Patch No.: I1-72Patch No.: P1-34

No Original D-50 preset patches

No D-50/D-550 sound library

Yes -

Bank

Int8

Int7

Newly added patches

(1 – 8) and a

Number

patches

(1 – 8).

Use the following procedure.

Determining the MIDI Keyboard Routings.

Setting the MIDI Receive Channel

(p. 97)

Selecting Patches with the VALUE knob

(p. 96)

(p. 97)

Try Out the Sounds

Determining the MIDI Keyboard Routings.

fig.12-05

Press the screen.

Turn the

[VALUE]

fig.12-06

Turn the

[VALUE]

Turn the

fig.12-07

MIDI Mode

Selects the MIDI keyboard routing. Normally, you should set the

MIDI mode to “PC.”

Value:

[MENU]

[VALUE]

knob.

[VALUE]

knob.

[VALUE]

PC, Internal

button so it’s lighted, and access the

knob to select “

MIDI Settings

MIDI Mode

,” and press the

knob to select a routing.

Display

Internal

Description Routing

When using a USB connection, the MIDI connectors on the rear panel of the VariOS will function as a USB MIDI interface (Roland VariOS External MIDI).

When USB is not connected (and when your computer is not powered up), the MIDI connectors on the rear panel of the VariOS are connected directly to the sound generator section.

The MIDI connectors of the rear panel of the VariOS are connected directly to the sound generator section.

Var iOS MIDI– –VariOS External MIDIIN OUT IN OUT

Var iOS MIDI–

Var iOS MIDI– –VariOS External MIDIIN OUT IN OUT

Computer

Sequencer

UniQuest (Editor)

Sound

Generator

Section

Sound

Generator

Section

Computer

Sequencer

UniQuest (Editor)

Sound

Generator

Section

; USB

MIDI OUT

MIDI IN

Var iOS

MIDI OUT

MIDI IN

Var iOS

; USB

MIDI OUT

MIDI IN

Var iOS

Press the

* The “

mode is selected. When dark, “

[MENU]

PC indicator

button to turn off its illumination.

” on the front panel of the VariOS shows the current MIDI Mode status. When this is lit, “PC”

Internal

” mode is selected.

Setting the MIDI Receive Channel

Try Out the Sounds

The VariOS will receive

you’ve connected a MIDI keyboard, set this channel to match the transmit channel of your MIDI

keyboard.

fig.12-11

Press the screen.

Turn the

[VALUE]

fig.12-12

Turn the

[VALUE]

Turn the

fig.12-13

MIDI CH

Sets the

receives and transmits messages).

Value:

Press the

[MENU]

[VALUE]

knob.

[VALUE]

knob.

[VALUE]

Basic Channel

1 – 16

[MENU]

Note-on

button so it’s lighted, and access the

knob to select “

knob to specify the receive channel (1 – 16).

(MIDI channel on which the VC-1

button to turn off its illumination.

and

Control change

MIDI Setting

MIDI CH

messages on the channel you specify here. If

,” and press the

Selecting Patches with the VALUE knob

Make sure the several times until the

Play the keyboard to hear what the selected patch sounds like. To change to a different patch, turn the

[VALUE]

• At this time you can switch more rapidly by holding down

operations.

• Use the

Bank Number)

fig.12-14e

Cursor Cursor

PATCH TOP

knob.

[]

screen is displayed. If the

PATCH TOP

[]

buttons to move the cursor to the value you want to edit. (Patch

screen appears.

PATCH TOP

screen is not displayed, press

[VALUE]

knob while you perform these

[EXIT]

Applying Effects to the Sound

The performance controlling functions (we call them

factors

in this manual) in each Patch can be edited

by taking the following procedure.

A patch consists of several

fig.05-01e

Key Mode

Factors

as show below.

Tone Tune

UPPER Tone

Var iations of

Control Functions

LOWER Tone

Tone Tune

Tone

Balance

Output Mode (Reverb, etc.)

Applying Effects by Turning Knobs

By turning the

been assigned to them.

* How each Control Function actually affects the sound differs depending on the individual patch. Some Patches may

not be affected at all.

[C1], [C2]

and

[C3]

knobs while you play, you can control the various functions that’ve

Display

(PITCH)

(TIME)

(FORMANT)

Description

The

volume balance

This sets the volume of the

This sets the

knob may have no effect.

of the Upper and the Lower Tone can be change.

portamento time

reverb

and direct sounds.

from one note to another. If Portament Switch (p. 99) is set to

OFF

How to Make the Patch Factors

The Display shows several Factors at a time. If necessary, Scroll up or down the Display to find the Factor

to be edited.

fig.12-16

Press the screen.

Turn the

[VALUE]

Turn the

Repeat steps 3 – 4 to set patch factors.

If you wish to save the changes you’ve made, perform the Save operation (p. 114). If you return to the

PATCH TOP

patch settings have been modified.

[MENU]

button so it’s lighted, and access the

[VALUE]

knob.

[VALUE]

knob to select “

knob to select the factor that you want to edit, and press the

knob to specify the value, then press

screen without saving, the

Patch Settings

PATCH TOP

,” and press the

[EXIT]

screen will indicate

Applying Effects to the Sound

[VALUE]

knob.

, reminding you that the

* If you turn off the power or select a different patch while the display indicates

lost.

fig.12-18

Chase Switch

Switches the Chase function on and off. The Chase Play function

makes it possible to output the Lower Tone slightly later than the

Upper Tone, which is actually played on the keyboard. This

function, however, is only available in

Value:

Off, On

fig.12-19

Portament Switch

Switches the Portamento function on and off. Portamento is a

slide from one pitch to another, and is often used for violin

performance.

Value:

Off, On

fig.12-20

Key Mode

keyboard.

Value:

Split-LS, Separate-S

refers to the Upper and Lower Tones are played on the

Whole, Dual, Split, Separate, Whole-S, Dual-S, Split-US,

Dual

Whole

Key Mode.

,” your edited patch will be

Applying Effects to the Sound

Display Description

Whole

Dual

Split

Separate

Whole-S

(Whole Solo)

Dual-S

(Dual Solo)

Split-US

(Split Upper Solo)

Split-LS

(Split Lower Solo)

Separate-S

(Separate Solo)

Poly Mode

fig.12-21

Split Point

The Split Point can be changed as follows.

Value:

C2 – C7

fig.05-14e

Upper Tone can be played in 16 voice polyphony

Both Upper and Lower Tones are played by each key in 8 voices polyphony.

The Split mode divides the keyboard into upper and lower sections, where two different Tones can be played in 8 voices polyphony. That is, the VC-1 works like two 8 voice synthesizers. The

Split Point

indication.

This mode is effective when an external MIDI device is controlling the VC-1.(

Implementation”

The Upper Tone is monophonic.

Both Upper and Lower Tones are monophonic.

The Upper Tone is monophonic, and the Lower Tone is 8 voices polyphonic.

The Lower Tone is monophonic, and the Upper Tone is 8 voices polyphonic.

This mode is effective when an external a MIDI device is controlling the VC-1. (

Implementation”

Mono Mode

(where the keyboard is divided into two sections) is shown next to the Key Mode

“MIDI

(p. 140))

is another element that determines how to output the UPPER and LOWER Tones.

“MIDI

100

C2–B2 C3–B3 C4–B4 C5–B5 C6–B6

(middle C)

fig.12-23

Partial Mute

When editing a Partial parameter, nay Partial sound can be

muted.

Value (left side):

Value (right side):

L1, L2, U1, U2

Off, On

Roland VC-1 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

IMPORTANT NOTES

Introduction

Using with the V-Synth

Try Out the Sounds

Turning On the Power

Selecting Patches and Playing Sounds

Viewing Various Information

Applying Effects to the Sound

Applying an Effect by Touching to the Pad

Applying an Effect by Passing Over the D Beam

Assigning Parameters to the Controllers

How to Make the Patch Factors

Settings Common to All Screens

CONTROL

OUTPUT (Output Mode)

CHASE

TONE TUNE

MIDI

Saving Patches You’ve Created

Naming a Patch

Saving Patches

Reset to Default Factory Settings

Transferring Patches To and From the D-50/550

Transferring Patches from the D-50 to the VC-1

Transfer the patch from the memory card to the D-50/550

Transferring Patches from the D-50/550 to the VC-1

Saving Transferred Patches with the VC-1

Transferring Patches from the VC-1 to the D-50/550

Copying a Reverb Type

Overview of the VC-1

Memory Structure

The Basic Concept of a Tone

Structure of Tone Parameters

Creating a Patch

How to Make the Patch Settings

Useful Functions for Editing

Editing a Value

Undoing an editing Operation

Editing with the Panel Controls (Partial Select)

Silencing the Sound of the Partial

Copying Tone Settings

Copying Parameter Settings

Auditioning the Sound Before Editing

Initializing Patch Settings

Tone Parameters

Common Parameters

Structure

P-ENV (Pitch Envelope)

LFO (Low Frequency Oscillator)

EQ/CHORUS (Equalizer/Chorus)

Partial Parameters

WG Form (WG Waveform)

WG PITCH

TVF (Time Variant Filter)

TVA (Time Variant Amplifier)

MOD (Modulation)

Settings for the Entire VC-1

How to Make the System Function Settings

Initializing the System Settings

Connecting to Your Computer via USB

Recovering the System from the CD-ROM

Selecting the V-Synth’s USB Storage Mode

Connecting the V-Synth to Your Computer via USB

Recovering the System

Canceling the USB Connection

Exchanging MIDI Messages with Your Computer

Using with the VariOS

Panel Description

VariOS Menu

Try Out the Sounds

Turning On the Power

Selecting Patches and Playing Sounds

Determining the MIDI Keyboard Routings.

Setting the MIDI Receive Channel

Selecting Patches with the VALUE knob

Applying Effects to the Sound