Roland Corporation XV-88 Owner's Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland XV-88 128-Voice Expandable Synthesizer.

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

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

ATTENTION: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

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

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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

Read all the instructions before using the product.

1. Do not use this product near water — for example, near a

2. bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, or the like. This product should be used only with a cart or stand that is

3. recommended by the manufacturer. This product, either alone or in combination with an amplifier

4. and headphones or speakers, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for a long period of time at a high volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should consult an audiologist. The product should be located so that its location or position

5. does not interfere with its proper ventilation. The product should be located away from heat sources such

6. as radiators, heat registers, or other products that produce heat. The product should be connected to a power supply only of

7. the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the product.

The power-supply cord of the product should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.

Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.

10.

The product should be serviced by qualified service personnel when: A.

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

Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the product; or

The product has been exposed to rain; or

The product does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or

The product has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.

11.

Do not attempt to service the product beyond that described in the user-maintenance instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.

For the USA

This product may be equipped with a polarized line plug (one blade wider than the other) . This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact an electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug.

For Canada

For Polarized Line Plug

CAUTION: ATTENTION:

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

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED. Under no circumstances must either of the above wires be connected to the earth terminal of a three pin plug.

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE

DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU' AU FOND.

For the U.K.

BLUE: BROWN:

NEUTRAL LIVE

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

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

* Material damage refers to damage or

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

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

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

The ● symbol alerts the user to things that must be

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

001

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

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002b

• Do not open or perform any internal modifications on the unit. (The only exception would be where this manual provides specific instructions which should be followed in order to put in place userinstallable options; see Quick Start; p. 4, p. 10.)

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006

• When using the unit with a rack or stand recommended by Roland, the rack or stand must be carefully placed so it is level and sure to remain stable. If not using a rack or stand, you still need to make sure that any location you choose for placing the unit provides a level surface that will properly support the unit, and keep it from wobbling.

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008e

• Use only the attached power-supply cord.

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009

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

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013

• 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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014

• Protect the unit from strong impact.

(Do not drop it!)

015

• Do not force the unit’s power-supply cord to share an outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices. Be especially careful when using extension cords—the total power used by all devices you have connected to the extension cord’s outlet must never exceed the power rating (watts/amperes) for the extension cord. Excessive loads can cause the insulation on the cord to heat up and eventually melt through.

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016

• Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

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022a

• Always turn the unit off and unplug the power cord before attempting installation of the circuit board (SR-JV80/SRX Series; Quick Start; p. 19).

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USING THE UNIT SAFELY

102a

• Always grasp only the plug on the power-supply cord when plugging into, or unplugging from an outlet.

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104

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

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106

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

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107a

• Never handle the power cord or its plug with wet hands when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet.

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108a

• Before moving the unit, disconnect the power plug from the outlet, and pull out all cords from external devices.

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109a

• Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the outlet (Quick Start; p. 19).

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110a

• Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning in your area, pull the plug on the power cord out of the outlet.

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115a

• Install only the specified circuit board(s) (SR-JV80/ SRX Series). Remove only the specified screws (Quick Start; p. 4, p. 10).

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Important Notes

In addition to the items listed under “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on pages 2 and 3, please read and observe the following:

Power Supply

• Do not use this unit on the same power circuit with any device that will generate line noise (such as an electric motor or variable lighting system).

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

Placement

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

• 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.

• To avoid possible breakdown, do not use the unit in a wet area, such as an area exposed to rain or other moisture.

Maintenance

• For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth or one that has been slightly dampened with water. To remove stubborn dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a mild, non-abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.

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

Repairs and Data

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

Additional Precautions

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

• Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of data that was stored in the unit’s memory, a memory card, or another MIDI device (e.g., a sequencer) once it has been lost. Roland Corporation assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.

• Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.

• Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.

• When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the

connector itself—never pull on the cable. This way you will avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cable’s internal elements.

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

• To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit’s volume at reasonable levels. You may prefer to use headphones, so you do not need to be concerned about those around you (especially when it is late at night).

• When you need to transport the unit, package it in the box (including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise, you will need to use equivalent packaging materials.

• Use only the specified expression pedal (EV-5; sold separately). By connecting any other expression pedals, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to the unit.

Before Using Memory Cards

Using Memory Cards

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

fig.00-01.e

Memory Backup

• This unit contains a battery which powers the unit’s memory circuits while the main power is off. When this battery becomes weak, the message shown below will appear in the display. Once you see this message, have the battery replaced with a fresh one as soon as possible to avoid the loss of all data in memory. To have the battery replaced, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

“Battery Low”

Insert with the surface with the gold connector facing up

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

How to Use This Manual

This owner’s manual is organized as follows. But before you start reading it, we’d like to suggest going through the Quick Start manual. The separate volume Q & A contains frequently asked questions about the XV-88, along with answers to those questions. Please refer to this booklet as needed.

Chapter 1. Overview of the XV-88

This chapter covers XV-88 sound generator section configurations, as well as basic operation. Reading it is essential for understanding XV-88 operational procedures.

Chapter 2. Playing

This chapter explains how to play in Patch, Performance, and Rhythm Set modes, and how to use the XV-88’s many different performance functions. Reading it is essential for understanding XV-88 operational procedures.

Chapter 3. Creating Performances

This chapter explains how to create Performances, and describes what the Performance parameters do and how they are composed. Read this chapter when you wish to create Performances.

Chapter 4. Zone Settings

This chapter explains how to make Zone settings for Performance mode, and describes what the Zone parameters do and how they are composed. Read this chapter when you wish to make Zone settings.

Chapter 5. Creating Patches

This chapter explains how to create Patches, and describes what the Patch parameters do and how they are composed. Read this chapter when you wish to create Patches.

Chapter 6. Creating Rhythm Sets

This chapter explains how to create Rhythm Sets, and describes what the Rhythm Set parameters do and how they are composed. Read this chapter when you wish to create Rhythm Sets.

Chapter 8. Saving Sounds

This chapter describes how the XV-88’s memory is arranged, and explains how tones are saved. Read this chapter when you wish to save created sounds.

Chapter 9. Getting More Familiar with the XV-88 (System Functions)

This chapter describes how the System parameters that determine the XV-88’s operation environment work and how these parameters are organized. Refer to it as necessary.

Chapter 10. Memory Settings (Utility Mode)

This chapter goes over the various Utility functions such as storing Patch, Performance or Rhythm Set data, clearing the internal memory, etc. Refer to it as necessary.

Chapter 11. Using the XV-88 as a GM Sound Module (GM Mode)

This chapter explains needed procedures and parameters for using the XV-88 as a General MIDI/General MIDI 2 Systemcompatible sound generator. Read this chapter when you want to play back commercially available General MIDI scores (music files created for General MIDI sound generators).

Chapter 12. Realizing the Potential of the XV-88

This chapter includes various techniques that expand the XV88’s operational scope. It includes use with external MIDI devices, live performance applications and others. Refer to it as necessary.

Appendices

This chapter contains a troubleshooting section for use when the XV-88 is not functioning as expected. There is also a list of error messages that you can refer to if an error message appears on the display. A list of parameters and a MIDI implementation chart are also provided.

Chapter 7. Adding Effects

This chapter explains how to make settings for the XV-88’s onboard effects, and describes the type and operation of each effect. Be sure to read this when adding effects to Patches and Performances.

Notation Used in This Owner’s Manual

To make operation procedures easy to understand, the following notation system is adopted:

Characters and numbers in square brackets [ ] indicate buttons on the front panel. For example, [PATCH] represents the PATCH button and [ENTER] stands for the ENTER button.

In addition, “[A] + [B]” indicates “press [B] while holding down [A]”; “[A] → [B]” means “press [B] after first pressing (and releasing) [A].”

(p. **) refers to pages within the manual. In this manual, when any particular parameter is referred to,

the name of the parameter is given, and this is then followed (in parenthesis) by information detailing its mode, display group, and display. For example: Output Assign parameter (PERFORM/EFFECTS/OUTPUT).

Below are the meanings of the symbols preceding certain sentences in the text.

How to Use This Manual

The display screens printed in this owner’s manual are based on the factory settings. However, please be aware that in some cases they may differ from the actual factory settings.

These alert you to cautions or similar important information. Be sure to read these.

These are reference memos. Read as needed.

These are hints for operating the XV-88. Read as needed.

These provide information from related reference pages. Read as needed.

Main Features........................................................................................13

Front and Rear Panel............................................................................14

Front Panel.................................................................................................................................................14

Rear Panel..................................................................................................................................................17

Chapter 1. Overview of the XV-88........................................................19

How the XV-88 Is Organized..................................................................................................................19

Basic Structure...............................................................................................................................19

Classification of XV-88 Sound Types ......................................................................................... 20

Number of Voices..........................................................................................................................23

Basic Operations on the XV-88...............................................................................................................24

Switching Modes...........................................................................................................................24

About the Function Buttons ........................................................................................................25

About the Cursor Buttons............................................................................................................26

Modifying a Value ........................................................................................................................27

Assigning a Name.........................................................................................................................28

Chapter 2. Playing.................................................................................29

Playing in Patch Mode.............................................................................................................................29

Selecting a Patch............................................................................................................................29

Selecting Favorite Patches from the Favorite List .................................................................... 31

Using Phrase Preview to Play Patches.......................................................................................32

Making a Patch Sound Thick or Thin (Turning a Tone On/Off)...........................................32

Playing Single Notes (Solo) .........................................................................................................33

Creating Smooth Pitch Changes (Portamento).........................................................................33

Using the Sliders to Modify the Sound in Realtime................................................................. 34

Playing in Performance Mode................................................................................................................ 34

Selecting a Performance...............................................................................................................35

Playing Fatter and Richer Sounds by Combining Patches (Layer)........................................ 36

Splitting the Keyboard to Play Separate Patches in Different Sections (Split).....................36

Playing Along with Song Playback (XV-88 Used as a Multi-timbral Sound Generator)....37

Assigning a Different Patch to a Part.........................................................................................38

Using the Sliders to Modify the Sound in Realtime................................................................. 38

Playing in Rhythm Set Mode..................................................................................................................39

Selecting a Rhythm Set................................................................................................................. 39

Selecting Favorite Rhythm Sets from the Favorite List ........................................................... 40

Playing Percussion Instruments .................................................................................................41

Playing Arpeggios (Arpeggiator)...........................................................................................................41

Playing an Arpeggio Over a Preset Keyboard Area................................................................43

Holding an Arpeggio.................................................................................................................... 43

Simulating a Rhythm Guitar ....................................................................................................... 44

Playing an Arpeggio from an External MIDI Device...............................................................44

Creating an Arpeggio Pattern ..................................................................................................... 44

Moving Your Hand Above the D Beam Controller to Apply Effects (D Beam Controller)..........45

Convenient Functions for Performance ................................................................................................ 47

Transposing the Keyboard in Octave Units (Octave Shift).....................................................47

Transposing the Keyboard in Semitone Steps (Transpose) .................................................... 48

If “Stuck” Notes Occur (Panic).................................................................................................... 48

Contents

Chapter 3. Creating Performances......................................................49

How a Performance Is Organized.......................................................................................................... 49

How to Make the Performance Settings................................................................................................49

Making Settings While Comparing Parts (Palette Edit).......................................................... 50

Copying the Settings of Another Part (Part Copy)...................................................................50

Functions of Performance Parameters...................................................................................................51

Settings Common to the Entire Performance (COMMON).................................................... 51

Setting Effects for a Performance (EFFECTS) ...........................................................................52

Making Settings for Receiving MIDI (MIDI).............................................................................52

Making Settings for Each Part (PART)....................................................................................... 53

Confirming MIDI Information for Each Part (INFO) ..............................................................56

Changing the Settings of the Patch/Rhythm Set Assigned to a Part................................................56

Chapter 4. Zone Settings......................................................................57

How to Make the Zone Settings............................................................................................................. 57

Making Settings While Comparing Zones (Palette Edit)........................................................58

Functions of Zone Parameters................................................................................................................ 58

Settings Common to the Entire Zone (COMMON) .................................................................58

Setting the Keyboard Range (KEY RANGE).............................................................................59

Making Settings for Transmitting MIDI (MIDI).......................................................................59

Controlling External Sound Module (EXT CONTROL).......................................................... 60

Arpeggiator Settings (ARPEGGIO)............................................................................................ 61

Setting the D Beam Controller (D BEAM)................................................................................. 63

Confirming the Settings for Each Zone (INFO)........................................................................ 64

Chapter 5. Creating Patches................................................................65

How a Patch Is Organized ......................................................................................................................65

How a Tone Is Organized............................................................................................................ 65

How to Make the Patch Settings ............................................................................................................ 66

Making Settings While Comparing Tones (Palette Edit) ........................................................67

Copying the Settings of Another Tone (Tone Copy) ............................................................... 68

Cautions When Selecting a Waveform ......................................................................................68

Functions of Patch Parameters ............................................................................................................... 69

Settings Common to the Entire Patch (COMMON)................................................................. 69

Setting Effects for a Patch (EFFECTS)........................................................................................75

Using Controllers to Change How Sounds Are Played (CONTROL)...................................76

Modifying Waveforms (WAVE).................................................................................................81

Modulating Sounds (LFO)........................................................................................................... 83

Modifying Pitch (PITCH)............................................................................................................. 86

Modifying the Brightness of a Sound with a Filter (TVF).......................................................87

Adjusting the Volume and Pan (TVA)....................................................................................... 90

Chapter 6. Creating Rhythm Sets........................................................93

How a Rhythm Set Is Organized............................................................................................................93

How to Make the Rhythm Set Settings .................................................................................................93

Making Settings While Comparing Waveforms (Palette Edit)...............................................94

Copying the Settings of Another Rhythm Tone (Rhythm Tone Copy).................................94

Cautions When Selecting a Waveform ......................................................................................95

Functions of Rhythm Set Parameters .................................................................................................... 96

Settings Common to the Entire Rhythm Set (COMMON)......................................................96

Setting Effects for a Rhythm Set (EFFECTS) ............................................................................. 97

Controlling How a Rhythm Tone will Sound with Controllers (CONTROL)..................... 97

Modifying Waveform of a Rhythm Tone (WAVE).................................................................. 98

Modifying Pitch of a Rhythm Tone (PITCH).......................................................................... 100

Changing the Tone (Filter) of a Rhythm Tone (TVF)............................................................. 101

Adjusting the Volume and Pan of a Rhythm Tone (TVA).................................................... 103

Contents

Chapter 7. Adding Effects..................................................................105

About the Onboard Effects ...................................................................................................................105

Effect Types..................................................................................................................................105

Turning Effects On/Off.............................................................................................................. 105

Applying Effects in Patch Mode or Rhythm Set Mode..................................................................... 106

Selecting the Way the Direct Sound is Output ....................................................................... 108

The Settings for Each Tone/Rhythm Tone.............................................................................. 109

Applying Effects in Performance Mode..............................................................................................111

Selecting the Way the Direct Sound is Output ....................................................................... 113

Making Multi-Effects Settings .............................................................................................................. 114

Setting Procedure........................................................................................................................ 114

Functions of Parameters............................................................................................................. 114

Multi-Effects Types..................................................................................................................... 117

Making Chorus Settings........................................................................................................................156

Setting Procedure........................................................................................................................ 156

Functions of Parameters............................................................................................................. 156

Making Reverb Settings......................................................................................................................... 158

Setting Procedure........................................................................................................................ 158

Functions of Parameters............................................................................................................. 159

Copying Another Effect Setting (Effects Copy) ................................................................................. 161

Chapter 8. Saving Sounds .................................................................162

About Memory........................................................................................................................................162

Temporary Memory....................................................................................................................163

Rewritable Memory....................................................................................................................163

Non-Rewritable Memory........................................................................................................... 163

Saving to Internal Memory...................................................................................................................164

Comparing with the Save Destination Patch (Compare Function) ..................................... 164

Registering Favorite Patches/Rhythm Sets in the Favorite List .......................................... 165

Saving to an External MIDI Device......................................................................................................166

Saving a Group of Tones to a Memory Card......................................................................................167

Chapter 9. Getting More Familiar with the XV-88 (System Functions)... 168

How to Make the System Function Settings....................................................................................... 168

Functions of System Parameters .......................................................................................................... 168

Display Screen Contrast and Clock Settings (SETUP)...........................................................168

MIDI Settings (MIDI)..................................................................................................................169

Keyboard and Controllers Settings (CONTROL)................................................................... 171

Adjusting Tuning (TUNE).........................................................................................................173

Arpeggiator Settings (ARPEGGIO).......................................................................................... 174

Setting the D Beam Controller (D BEAM)............................................................................... 176

Phrase Preview Settings (PREVIEW).......................................................................................177

Checking the Installation of the Wave Expansion Board

and Controlling External MIDI Devices (INFO) ..................................178

Chapter 10. Memory Settings (Utility Mode).....................................179

About Utility Mode................................................................................................................................ 179

Basic Procedure in Utility Mode ..........................................................................................................179

Storing Sound Data in User Memory (WRITE).................................................................................. 180

Saving a Performance................................................................................................................. 180

Saving a Patch.............................................................................................................................. 181

Saving a Rhythm Set...................................................................................................................181

Copying Sound Generator Settings (COPY).......................................................................................182

Copying a Performance.............................................................................................................. 182

Copying a Patch ..........................................................................................................................183

Copying a Rhythm Set................................................................................................................184

Contents

Initializing Sound Generator Settings (INIT).....................................................................................185

Initializing a Performance.......................................................................................................... 185

Initializing a Patch ......................................................................................................................185

Initializing a Rhythm Set............................................................................................................185

Transmitting Sound Settings (XFER)................................................................................................... 185

Transmitting Data to an External MIDI Device......................................................................185

Transmitting Data to the XV-88................................................................................................186

Protecting the Internal Memory (PROTECT)..................................................................................... 188

Memory Card-Related Settings (CARD)............................................................................................. 188

Formatting the Memory Card for the XV-88 (FORMAT)......................................................189

Renaming a File (RENAME)......................................................................................................189

Deleting Unwanted Files (DELETE).........................................................................................189

Copying Files Between Memory Cards (FILE COPY)........................................................... 189

Checking the Contents of a Memory Card (INFO)................................................................190

Loading a File from Memory Card into the XV-88 (LOAD)............................................................190

Saving Data to Memory Card (SAVE)................................................................................................. 190

Recalling Factory Default Settings (FACTORY RESET)...................................................................191

Chapter 11. Using the XV-88 as a GM Sound Module (GM Mode).. 192

Entering GM Mode.................................................................................................................................192

Initializing the Sound Generator for General MIDI System Basic Settings........................192

Playing Back GM Scores.............................................................................................................192

Modifying GM Mode Settings..............................................................................................................193

Making Effects Settings in GM Mode (EFFECTS).................................................................. 194

Making Settings for Receiving MIDI (MIDI)...........................................................................195

Making Settings for Each Part (PART)..................................................................................... 196

Confirming MIDI Information for Each Part (INFO) ............................................................197

Convenient Functions in GM Mode (GM Utility) .............................................................................198

Initializing GM Mode (INIT)..................................................................................................... 198

Transmitting GM Mode Settings (XFER)................................................................................. 198

Chapter 12. Realizing the Potential of the XV-88 .............................199

Techniques for Using Patches............................................................................................................... 199

Reinforcing Filter Characteristics .............................................................................................199

Using the Slider to Change the Pan in Realtime..................................................................... 199

Using a Pedal Switch to Modify the Speed of the Rotary Effect.......................................... 199

Changing the Speed of the Rotary Effect to Synchronize It to the LFO Cycle................... 200

Changing the Tone Produced with the Modulation Lever...................................................200

Syncing the LFO Cycle to System Tempo ...............................................................................200

Modifying Multi-Effects to Match the System’s Tempo........................................................201

Playing Phrase Loops in Sync with the System Tempo ........................................................201

Synchronizing the Timing at Which Tones Play to the System Tempo.............................. 202

Using the XV-88 to Play Live................................................................................................................202

Changing Multiple Sounds of an External MIDI Device Simultaneously..........................202

Changing Sounds with a Pedal Switch.................................................................................... 203

Controlling an External MIDI Sequencer with the D Beam Controller .............................. 203

Using External MIDI Devices ............................................................................................................... 203

Playing an External MIDI Sound Module from the XV-88................................................... 203

Controlling an External MIDI Sequencer from the XV-88.................................................... 204

Playing the XV-88’s Sound Generator from an External MIDI Device............................... 205

Changing the Tone Settings from an External MIDI Device in Realtime...........................205

Changing the Multi-Effects Settings From an External MIDI Device in Realtime............206

Selecting XV-88 Sounds from an External MIDI Device ....................................................... 206

Enjoying Desktop Music .......................................................................................................................208

Connecting to Your Computer.................................................................................................. 208

Disconnecting the Keyboard from the Internal Sound Generator (Local OFF)................. 211

How MIDI Messages Are Exchanged with a Computer.......................................................212

Contents

Appendices ................................213

Troubleshooting..................................................................................214

Error Messages...................................................................................218

Quick Reference of Procedures ........................................................220

Parameter List.....................................................................................230

Performance List.................................................................................252

Patch List.............................................................................................253

Rhythm Set List...................................................................................258

Waveform List .....................................................................................263

Arpeggio Style List .............................................................................268

About MIDI...........................................................................................269

MIDI Implementation...........................................................................270

Specifications......................................................................................298

Computer Cable Wiring Diagrams.....................................................299

Index.....................................................................................................300

Main Features

128-Voice Polyphony

The previous maximum number of 64 simultaneous voices has been expanded to 128, providing ample expression capabilities, even with tones composed of a number of combined tones.

Compatible with the New “SRX Series” Wave Expansion Boards

The XV-88 features two expansion slots for the new “SRX Series” Wave Expansion boards, each of which provides the waveform capacity of four “SR-JV80” boards. Of course, since the XV-88 is also equipped with an additional two slots for previous-generation “SR-JV80” Wave Expansion boards, you can also install such boards that you now may be using in the XV-88 as well. Thus, with a Wave Expansion board installed in every slot, you can get massive waveforms equaling even those obtainable with samplers, all of which are ready to use as soon as you turn on the instrument, with no loading from any sequencer or other external recording device required ( Start; p. 4, p. 10

Quick

Powerful Array of Effects

While including, of course, all of the algorithms of the JV2080, the XV-88’s effects comprise a huge collection of Roland’s digital signal processing technology, 3D DELAY that makes full use of RSS (Roland Sound Space technology), Lo-Fi processing from Roland’s MC-505 groovebox, the SRV330’s popular REVERB, along with a newly designed RING MODULATOR, and more, for a total of 63 different algorithms (p. 117).

General MIDI- and General MIDI 2Compatible

The XV-88 is compatible with both General MIDI and General MIDI 2 standards. When working with music data that conforms to General MIDI and/or General MIDI 2 (GM scores), you can combine the XV-88 with a computer or sequencer, and use the XV-88 to play back the data (p. 192).

88-Key Piano Keyboard Features Hammer Action with Aftertouch

The XV-88 is equipped with a full 88-key piano keyboard utilizing a hammer action system for rich expressiveness, with aftertouch provided as well. The XV-88 gives you both the pure, unspoiled expression you get with a piano, and the dynamic play of a synthesizer, all in a single instrument.

Sophisticated User Interface

The XV-88 also features the Roland XP-30’s popular Patch Search function and Phrase Preview function. The Patch Finder function (p. 30) lets you rapidly find the patch you want simply by specifying a patch category. By pressing [PHRASE PREVIEW], you can then hear the selected patch play a phrase suitable for that type of patch (Phrase Preview, p. 32).

Equipped with COMPUTER Connector

A special computer cable makes it easy for you to connect the XV-88 to your computer, so that you can enjoy ensemble playing (p. 208).

Arpeggiator Included

You can easily perform arpeggios, and use “rhythm guitar,” simply by pressing a few chords. You can even specify the rhythmical “feel” you want (p. 41).

Equipped with D Beam Controller

The XV-88 also comes with the D Beam Controller which allows you to change the sound dynamically as you perform, according to the position of your hand as you move it over the controller. By moving your hand above the panel, you can control even subtle changes in tones, effects, and pitches that are difficult to make using bender and aftertouch, all in realtime, bringing your live performances to a whole new level (p. 45).

The D Beam Controller is provided under license from Interactive Light, Inc.

General MIDI

General MIDI is a set of recommendations which seeks to provide a way to go beyond the limitations of proprietary designs, and standardize the MIDI capabilities of sound generating devices. Sound generating devices and music files that meet the General

MIDI standard bear the General MIDI logo ( ). Music files bearing the General MIDI logo can be played back using any General MIDI sound generating unit to produce essentially the same musical performance.

General MIDI 2

The upwardly compatible General MIDI 2 ( ) recommendations pick up where the original General MIDI left off, offering enhanced expressive capabilities, and even greater compatibility. Issues that were not covered by the original General MIDI recommendations, such as how sounds are to be edited, and how effects should be handled, have now been precisely defined. Moreover, the available sounds have been expanded. General MIDI 2 compliant sound generators are capable of reliably playing back music files that carry either the General MIDI or General MIDI 2 logo.

In some cases, the conventional form of General MIDI, which does not include the new enhancements, is referred to as “General MIDI 1” as a way of distinguishing it from General MIDI 2.

Front and Rear Panel

Front Panel

fig.00-02

1 5

2 3 4 6

D BEAM CONTROLLER Section

You can apply a variety of effects to sounds simply by moving your hand. → (p. 45)

[ON]

Switches the D Beam controller on/off.

Volume Slider

Adjusts the overall volume that is output from the rear panel OUTPUT jacks and PHONES jack. → (Quick Start; p. 18)

PALETTE Section

Use the four sliders to modify sounds in realtime.

[FILTER/ENV]

Press this button ON when modifying filter and/or envelope settings in realtime using the four sliders (CUTOFF/ RESONANCE/ATTACK/RELEASE). → (p. 34, p. 38)

[LEVEL]

Press this button ON when adjusting volume balance in realtime using the four sliders (1/2/3/4). → (p. 34, p. 39)

[CONTROLLER]

Can be switched on when you wish to assign various parameters to the four sliders, and modify the sound as you play (C1/C2/C3/C4). → (Quick Start; p. 66)

KEY EFFECTS Section

The buttons in this section allow you to assign various functions to the keys of the XV-88’s keyboard.

[PORTAMENTO]

Switches Portamento on/off. → (p. 33)

[SOLO]

Specifies playing a single note at a time. → (p. 33)

[TRANSPOSE]

Specifies transposing the keyboard in semitone steps. → (p. 48)

[ARPEGGIO]

Switches Arpeggiator on/off. → (p. 41)

[+OCT], [-OCT]

These buttons adjust the pitch of the keyboard in octave steps. → (p. 47)

Pressing either of these buttons while holding down [TRANSPOSE] allows you to set the desired amount of transposition. → (p. 48)

MODE Section

The buttons in this section select modes. The button indicator of the selected mode will light/blink. → (p. 24)

[PERFORM]/[GM]

Pressed to get into Performance mode. Hold down [SHIFT] while you press [PERFORM] to select GM mode. → (p. 34, p. 192)

[PATCH]/[PART]

Pressed to get into Patch mode. By holding down [PERFORM] and pressing [PATCH], you can modify the settings of the Patch and Rhythm Set that is assigned to each part of the performance. → (p. 29, p. 38, p. 56)

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8 10

Front and Rear Panel

LOCAL/TX: When the indicator for this button is extinguished, the Local switch can be switched on/off. When the indicator is lit, the Transmit switch can be switched on/ off. Functions buttons are employed for this purpose. → (p. 25)

[EDIT]

Press this button when you wish to adjust various settings. Use the function buttons to select the display screen for the parameter you wish to modify.

9 11

[RHYTHM]

Selects Rhythm Set mode. → (p. 39)

[ZONE]

When the XV-88 is in Performance mode, this switches it to the Zone mode. → (p. 57)

[SYSTEM]

Selects System mode. → (p. 168)

[UTILITY]

Selects Utility mode. → (p. 179)

EFFECTS Section

Used to switch on and off the onboard effects (Multi-effects, Chorus, Reverb). When on, the button indicator for the effect is lighted. → (p. 105)

[MULTI]

Turns Multi-effects on/off.

Function Buttons

The function of these buttons will depend on the operational mode and the status of the [EDIT] indicator. → (p. 25)

[1-8/9-16]

Use this button to select the group (1–8/9–16) of Parts or Zones to be selected by the function buttons. → (p. 25)

[EXIT]/[PANIC]

EXIT: Press this button when you wish to return to the Play page of each mode, or to cancel an operation without executing.

PANIC: If for some reason notes are stuck and continue sounding, hold down [SHIFT] and press this button to clear the stuck notes. → (p. 48)

[UNDO/COMPARE]

UNDO: Press this button to restore a modified value to the original value. → (p. 27, p. 49, p. 57, p. 67, p. 94)

COMPARE: When saving or copying Tone settings, press this to check the sound at the save destination, or at the copy source. → (p. 164, p. 181, p. 183, p. 184)

[CHORUS]

Turns Chorus on/off.

[REVERB]

Turns Reverb on/off.

Display

Shows various information for the currently selected function or operation.

[PALETTE EDIT]/[LOCAL/TX]

PALETTE EDIT: Press this when you want to make changes to Patch or Performance settings using the Palette page. → (p. 50, p. 58, p. 67, p. 94)

VALUE Dial

This dial is used to modify values. If you hold down [SHIFT] as you turn the VALUE dial, the value will change in greater increments. → (p. 27)

CURSOR Buttons

Press these to switch pages and to move the cursor (the underline). → (p. 26)

In the Play page of each mode, pressing the CURSOR buttons while holding down [SHIFT] allows the remote control of external sequencers. → (p. 26, p. 204)

Front and Rear Panel

9 10

[PHRASE PREVIEW]/[DEMO]

PHRASE PREVIEW: Press this when you wish to use phrases to audition a patch. → (p. 32)

DEMO: To hear the demo playback, hold down [SHIFT] and press this button. → (Quick Start; p. 21)

[PATCH FINDER]/[FAVORITE LIST]

PATCH FINDER: Selects a patch by using the Patch Finder function. → (p. 30)

FAVORITE LIST: When you press this button while holding down [SHIFT], you can register the favorite Patch to the list and choose the Patch from the list. → (p. 31, p. 40, p. 165)

[INC/+], [DEC/-]

Use these buttons to modify values. If you keep on holding down one button and 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. 27)

[0]–[9] (Numeric Keys)

Use these buttons to modify values. They can be used to enter numeric values as well as alphabetical characters. → (p. 27, p. 28)

When [PATCH FINDER] is on, this becomes the button for choosing a category group using the Patch Finder function. → (p. 30)

Press [0] while holding down [SHIFT] to turn the Digit Hold function on/off. With the Digit Hold on, the 100’s place and 10’s place will be fixed and only the 1’s place will change. This means that you can select Patches simply by pressing the numeric key for the 1’s place, without having to press [ENTER]. The same applies when selecting Performances or Rhythm sets. → (p. 30)

[SHIFT]

This is used in combination with other buttons. Some buttons on the front panel include black-printed characters. They indicate the button’s function when [SHIFT] is held down.

GROUP Section

Selects sound groups. → (p. 29, p. 35, p. 39)

[USER]

Selects a sound from the user group.

[CARD]

Selects a sound from a memory card.

[PRESET]

Selects a sound from the preset group.

[EXP]

Selects a sound from a Wave Expansion Board (sold separately).

BANK Section

Selects a bank for sounds. → (p. 29, p. 35, p. 39)

[A]–[H]

Press these buttons to select tones from Preset Groups A–F and H, Memory Cards A–H, and Wave Expansion Boards A– D.

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Pitch Bend/Modulation Lever

This allows you to control pitch bend or apply vibrato. → (Quick Start; p. 65)

Depending on the settings, other specified parameters can also be controlled. → (p. 78, p. 115, p. 173)

[ENTER]/[REGISTRY]

ENTER: Use this button to finalize a value or execute an operation.

REGISTRY: When you press this button while holding down [SHIFT], you can directly register the favorite Patch or Rhythm Set to the Favorite List. → (p. 165)

Rear Panel

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Front and Rear Panel

fig.00-06

Power Switch

Press to turn the power on/off. → (Quick Start; p. 18)

AC Inlet

Connect the included power cord to this inlet. → (Quick Start; p. 16)

With units rated for 117V operation, the AC cable is already connected to the unit.

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COMPUTER Switch

Sets this switch depending on the type of computer connected to COMPUTER connector, or the software you are using. Turn the power off before changing the setting of this switch. If you wish to use the MIDI connectors, set this switch to MIDI. → (p. 208, p. 209)

COMPUTER Connector

A special Computer cable can be connected here. The type of cable required will depend on your computer. When the COMPUTER switch is set to MIDI, this connector cannot be used. → (p. 209)

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MEMORY CARD Slot

A memory card (SmartMedia) can be inserted here. → (p. 167, p. 179)

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MIDI Connectors (IN, OUT, THRU)

These connectors can be connected to other MIDI devices to receive and transmit MIDI messages. → (p. 203, p. 269, Quick Start; p. 16)

CTL 1, CTL 2 PEDAL Jack

You can connect optional expression pedals (EV-5, etc.) to these jacks. By assigning a desired function to a pedal, you can use it to select or modify sound or perform various other control. You can also connect optional pedal switches (DP-2, DP-6, etc.) to sustain sound. → (p. 172, Quick Start; p. 16, p. 69)

HOLD PEDAL Jack

An optional pedal switch (DP-2, DP-6, etc.) can be connected to this jack for use as a hold pedal. → (p. 43, p. 172, Quick Start; p. 16, 69)

This can also be set so it supports the use of half-pedaling techniques. So, after connecting an optional expression pedal (EV-5, etc.), you can employ pedal work to achieve even finer control in performances in which piano tones are used. → (p. 172)

Front and Rear Panel

fig.00-11

OUTPUT A (MIX) 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. → (Quick Start; p. 16)

OUTPUT B Jacks (L, R)

These jacks output the audio signal to the connected mixer/ amplifier system in stereo.

INDIVIDUAL 1–4 Jacks

These jacks output audio signals in mono to an amp or mixer.

The setting determining whether these jacks are used as stereo OUTPUT jacks or monaural INDIVIDUAL jacks is made with the Output Assign setting (p. 70, p. 96, p. 108, p. 109, p. 113).

fig.00-12

Wave Expansion Board Installation Slot

Remove the cover to reveal the slots for installation of optional Wave Expansion Boards (SR-JV80 Series, SRX Series). → (Quick Start; p. 4, 10)

PHONES Jack

This is the jack for connecting headphones (sold separately). → (Quick Start; p. 16)

Chapter 1. Overview of the XV-88

How the XV-88 Is Organized

Basic Structure

The XV-88 can be broadly divided into two sections: a

keyboard controller section and a sound generator section. The two sections are connected internally by means

of MIDI.

fig.01-01.e

Sound

Generator

Section

Play

Keyboard Controller Section (controllers such as keyboard, pitch bend lever, etc.)

About the Local Switch

The switch that connects and disconnects the MIDI connection between the keyboard controller section and the sound generator section is called the Local switch. Since essential information describing what is being played on the keyboard won’t reach the sound generator if the Local switch is set to OFF, the Local switch should normally be left ON.

However, if while performing you want to send that performance data to an external sequencer as MIDI messages to be recorded, you then perform with the externally connected MIDI sequencer set to MIDI Thru (whereby data received from MIDI IN is then output from the MIDI OUT with no changes made to the data), the XV-88’s Local switch to OFF, and the MIDI Transmit switch and MIDI Receive switch to ON.

fig.01-02.e

Recording

Sequencer

MIDI Thru: On

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Keyboard Controller Section

This section consists of the keyboard, pitch bend/modulation lever, panel sliders, and D Beam controller. It also includes any pedals that may be connected to the rear panel. Actions such as pressing and releasing of keys on the keyboard, depressing a pedal, and so forth, are converted to MIDI messages and sent to the sound generator section, or to an external MIDI device.

When playing in Performance mode, the settings for the MIDI connections between the keyboard controller section and the sound generator section or external MIDI device are made in Zone mode (p. 57).

Sound Generator Section

The sound generator section produces the sound. Here, MIDI messages received from the keyboard controller section or external MIDI device are converted to musical signals, which are then output as analog signals from the OUTPUT and PHONES jacks.

MIDI IN MIDI OUT

MIDI OUT MIDI IN

Switch: On

Receive Switch: OnTransmit

Sound

Generator

Local Switch: Off

Section

Keyboard Controller

Section

XV-88

In this case, the data sent over two paths, i.e., the data sent directly from the keyboard controller section and the data sent from the keyboard controller section via the external sequencer, ends up being sent to the sound generator section simultaneously. Thus, for example, even when you play a “C” key only once, the note “C” cannot be sounded correctly, as the sound is played by the sound generator section twice.

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Classification of XV-88 Sound Types

When using the XV-88, you will notice that a variety of different categories come into play when handling sounds. What follows is a simple explanation of each sound category.

Tones

In the XV-88, the Tone is the smallest class of sound. However, it is not possible to play a Tone by itself. The Patch is the unit of sound which can be played, and the Tones are the basic building blocks which make up the Patch.

fig.01-03.e

Tone

Pitch

Envelope

audio signal

Tones consist of the following five components.

LFO 1 LFO 2

TVF

Envelope

control signal

TVA

Envelope

You use Envelope to initiate changes to occur to a sound over time. There are separate envelopes for Pitch, TVF (filter), and TVA (volume). For example if you wish to modify the way in which the sound attacks or decays over time, you would adjust the TVA envelope.

LFO (Low Frequency Oscillator)

Use the LFO to create cyclic changes (modulation) in a sound. The XV-88 has two LFOs. Either one or both can be applied to effect the WG (pitch), TVF (filter) and/or TVA (volume). When an LFO is applied to the WG pitch, a vibrato effect is produced. When an LFO is applied to the TVF cutoff frequency, a wah effect is produced. When an LFO is applied to the TVA volume, a tremolo effect is produced.

LFO is not included in the Rhythm Tones (percussion instrument sounds).

Patches

Patches are the basic sound configurations that you play during a performance. Each Patch can be configured by combining up to four Tones. How the four Tones are combined is determined on the STRUCT page (PATCH/ COMMON) (p. 73).

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WG (Wave Generator)

Specifies the PCM waveform (wave) that is the basis of the sound, and determines how the pitch of the sound will change.

The XV-88 has 1,083 different waveforms (p. 263). All Patches built into the XV-88 consist of combinations of Tones which are created based on these waveforms.

There are four wave generators for each Rhythm Tone (percussion instrument sounds).

TVF (Time Variant Filter)

Specifies how the frequency components of the sound will change.

TVA (Time Variant Amplifier)

Specifies the volume changes and the sound’s position in a stereo soundfield.

Patch

Tone 2

Tone 1

Envelope

Tone 4

Tone 3

Pitch

LFO 1 LFO 2

TVF

Envelope

TVA

Envelope

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Rhythm Sets

A Rhythm Set is a grouping of percussion instruments (Rhythm Tones). Since percussion instruments generally do not play melodies, there is no need for a percussion instrument sound to be able to play a scale on the keyboard. It is, however, more important that as many percussion instruments as possible be available to you at the same time. Therefore, each key (note number) of a Rhythm Set will produce a different percussion instrument.

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Rhythm Set

Note Number 98 (D7)

Note Number 97 (C#7)

Note Number 36 (C2)

Note Number 35 (B1)

Rhythm Tone (Percussion instrument sound)

Pitch

Envelope

Percussion instrument (Rhythm Tone) consists of the following four elements. (For details, refer to the explanations for “Tones.”)

TVF

Envelope

TVA

Envelope

Performances

A Performance is a collective set of assignments of the sixteen different Patches and Rhythm Sets. Since a Performance can simultaneously handle 16 different sounds, it allows you to play multiple Patches simultaneously (layer) or to play different Patches in different areas of the keyboard (split), and to create ensembles.

Because the XV-88 sound generator can control multiple sounds (instruments) it is called a Multi-timbral sound

generator.

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Performance

Part 16

Part 1

Patch/

Rhythm Set

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WG (Wave Generator) TVF (Time Variant Filter) TVA (Time Variant Amplifier) Envelope

Parts

Parts are the “sites” to which the Patches and Rhythm Sets used by the XV-88 as sound material are assigned. A single Performance comprises sixteen Parts, with a Patch or Rhythm Set being assigned to each Part.

In the relationship between Performances and Parts, the Performance is like an orchestra, the Parts the performers, and the Patches and Rhythm Sets the instruments.

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Setting the MIDI Connection (Zone and Part)

Although the XV-88’s keyboard controller section and sound generator section are connected internally using a MIDI connection, in Layer Performance mode, you can then make even more detailed settings affecting the way the connection works between the keyboard controller section and the sound generator section, as well as with an external MIDI device.

At the factory settings, shown below, there is a one-to-one correspondence between the Zone, the MIDI Transmit/ Receive channel, and the Part.

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Zone 16 (MIDI transmit channel 16)

Zone 2 (MIDI transmit channel 2)

Zone 1 (MIDI transmit channel 1)

Under these conditions, you could simply consider that

of the Zones from 1 to 16 is linked in a one-to-one relationship with its numerical counterpart among Parts 1 to 16”

. In other words, you can use Zone 1 when controlling

Part 1, Zone 2 is when controlling Part 2, and so on.

We recommend that under normal circumstances you use the default factory settings.

In advances uses, where the factory settings would not be used, the following examples of settings might be employed.

When recording to an external sequencer while playing the bass part in the left hand and the layered piano and string tones in the right hand, the following is what results when the factory settings are used.

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Sequencer

Zone 3 (MIDI transmit channel 3) Part 3 (MIDI receive channel 3)

Zone 2 (MIDI transmit channel 2) Part 2 (MIDI receive channel 2)

Zone 1 (MIDI transmit channel 1) Part 1 (MIDI receive channel 1)

Part 16 (MIDI receive channel 16)

Part 2 (MIDI receive channel 2)

Part 1 (MIDI receive channel 1)

Patch/

Rhythm Set

ch.3

ch.2

ch.1

“each

Bass

Strings

Piano

However, in this arrangement, the data for the performance in the right hand ends up being recorded after overlapping on MIDI Channels 1 and 2. Although normally there is no particular problem with recording overlapped data, because of the limit on the number of notes that can be recorded using an external sequencer, along with other certain issues, the external sequencer’s memory may overflow, and you may then be unable to record all the way to the end of your performance.

Therefore, change the settings to those shown below (changes indicated in underline).

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Sequencer

Zone 1 (not transmitted) Part 3 (MIDI receive channel 2)

ch.2

Bass

Zone 2 (MIDI transmit channel 2) Part 2 (MIDI receive channel 1)

Strings

Zone 1 (MIDI transmit channel 1) Part 1 (MIDI receive channel 1)

Piano

ch.1

With the above settings, the data for the performance in the right hand is sent only on MIDI Channel 1, so there is no overlapping of the performance data when recording to the sequencer. Accordingly, even performances that cause overflow when factory settings are used can still be recorded all the way to the end.

In this manner, by trying out changes in the one-to-one connections between the Zones, MIDI Transmit and Receive channels, and Parts, you can obtain even more advanced use of the instrument. However, you must remain aware at all times of the MIDI channel to which each Zone is set and the channel each Part is using to receive MIDI messages, lest you run into problems such as tones other than the intended

tones being played or absence of sound even when the keys are played.

In this manual, the expression “the Zone and Part are linked” refers to the condition whereby a Zone’s MIDI

transmit channel and a Part’s MIDI receive channel are matched in this one-to-one relationship.

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Number of Voices

The XV-88 is able to play up to 128 notes simultaneously. The following paragraphs discuss what this means, and what will happen when more than 128 simultaneous voices are requested from the XV-88.

Calculating the Number of Voices Being Used

The XV-88 is able to play up to 128 notes simultaneously. The polyphony, or the number of voices (sounds) does not refer only to the number of sounds actually being played, but changes according to the number of tones used in the Patches, and the number of Waves used in the tones. The following method is used to calculate the number of sounds used for one Patch being played.

(Number of Sounds Being Played) x (Number of Tones Used by Patches Being Played) x (Number of Waves Used in the Tones)

For example, with a Patch combining four tones, each of which uses two Waves, the actual number of sounds being played comes to 16. If you are using the XV-88 in Performance mode to play an ensemble, count the total number of Tones used by all the Parts using the following formula.

Voice Reserve

The XV-88 has a Voice Reserve function that lets you reserve a minimum number of notes that will always be available for each Part. For example if Voice Reserve is set to 10 for Part 16, Part 16 will always have 10 notes of soundproducing capacity available to it even if a total of more than 128 notes (total for all Parts) are being requested. When you make Voice Reserve settings, you need to take into account the number of notes you want to play on each Part as well as the number of Tones used by the selected Patch. (p. 53)

It is not possible to make Voice Reserve settings that would cause the total of all Parts to be greater than 64 voices.

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How a Patch Sounds

When the XV-88 is requested to play more than 128 voices simultaneously, currently sounding notes will be turned off to make room for newly requested notes. The note with the lowest priority will be turned off first. The order of priority is determined by the Voice Priority setting.

Voice Priority can be set either to LAST or LOUDEST. When LAST is selected, a newly requested note that exceeds the 128 voice limit will cause the first-played of the currently sounding notes to be turned off. When LOUDEST is selected, the quietest of the currently sounding notes will be turned off. Normally, you will set Voice Priority to LAST.

Note Priority in Performance Mode

Since Performance mode is usually used to play an ensemble consisting of several Patches, it is important to decide which Parts take priority. Priority is specified by the Voice Reserve settings. When a note within a Patch needs to be turned off to make room for a new note, the Voice Priority setting of the Patch will apply.

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Basic Operations on the XV-88

Switching Modes

The XV-88 contains a large number of functions. In order to organize these functions for easy access, they are grouped into the following modes. The mode that is selected will affect the way in which the sound generator operates, how data is shown in the display, and how the function buttons work.

Use the Mode buttons to select the mode. The indicator of the selected button will light/blink, and the display will change according to the selected mode.

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Sound Generator

Selecting Patch mode, Performance mode, Rhythm Set mode, and GM mode will determine sound generator operation. One mode always has to be selected.

Patch Mode

In this mode, you can play an individual Patch from the keyboard or modify Patch settings. If you’re using an external MIDI device to control the XV-88 in this mode, it will function as a single-patch sound generator.

Performance Mode

In this mode, the XV-88 functions as a multi-timbral sound generator, and Performance settings can be modified. If you’re using an external MIDI device to control the XV-88 in this mode, it will function as a multi-timbral sound generator.

To modify the settings of a Patch or Rhythm Set that’s assigned to a Part, hold down [PERFORM] and press [PATCH]. At this time, if a Patch is assigned to the Part, the [PERFORM] and [Patch] indicators will light. If a Rhythm Set is assigned to the Part, the [PERFORM] and [RHYTHM] indicators will light.

Zone Mode

This mode is used for a number of settings, such as those determining the way the sound generator produces sounds in response to the keyboard when played in a Performance and the way MIDI messages are sent, and for the Arpeggiator and D Beam Controller functions.

To switch to Zone mode, press [ZONE] while in Performance mode.

Rhythm Set Mode

This is how you can play a Rhythm Set from the keyboard and modify the Rhythm Set settings. In this mode, you can play percussion instruments (Rhythm Tones) on the keyboard. The XV-88 can also be used in this mode as a sound module for managing individual Rhythm Sets when controlled from an external MIDI device.

GM Mode

This special mode makes the XV-88 function as a GM compatible sound generator. You should select this mode when you want to play back a GM score (music files created for General MIDI sound generator).

To set GM mode, hold down [SHIFT] and press [PERFORM]. [PERFORM], [PATCH] and [RHYTHM] indicators will not light.

System Mode

This mode is for determining global XV-88 settings such as tuning, display contrast and how MIDI messages are received.

Utility Mode

Here you can save and transmit settings for the sound generator, and make settings related to memory cards.

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About the Function Buttons

Function buttons are buttons that perform a variety of functions. The function they perform will depend on the current mode, and on whether [EDIT] is on (lit) or off (extinguished). [EDIT] will turn on or off each time you press it.

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[EDIT] switches the function of the function buttons, but pressing [EDIT] will not make the display change. If you wish to modify a setting, press the [EDIT] to make the indicator light, and then press a function button to select the display group and switch the display. When you finish making settings, press [EXIT] or a mode button to switch the display.

In Performance Mode ([EDIT] Indicator is Extinguished)

The Function buttons work as [ZONE SELECT] buttons that switch each Zone’s Local switch and Transmit switch on (lit) and off (extinguished).

When the [LOCAL/TX] indicator is extinguished, the switch has the linked Part for each Zone play (lit) or not play (extinguished).

When the [LOCAL/TX] indicator is lit, the switch allows the data describing all actions using the keyboard controller section for each Zone to be sent (lit) or prevents it from being sent (extinguished).

Since 16 Zones are being controlled using only 8 buttons, use [1-8/9-16] to select the set of Zones you want to control. When the [1-8/9-16] indicator is out, you can switch Zones 1–8 on/off. When it is lit, you can switch Zones 9–16 on/off.

If the [EDIT] indicator is turned off in the Part setting page, the function buttons will act as PART Select buttons ([PART SELECT]) that select the Part to be edited.

In Patch Mode ([EDIT] Indicator is Extinguished)

The function buttons will act as Tone Switch buttons ([TONE SWITCH]) and Tone Select buttons ([TONE SELECT]).

[TONE SWITCH] allow you to turn each Tone in the Patch on (lit) or off (extinguished). When a Tone is turned on, it can be heard.

Use [TONE SELECT] to select the Tone you wish to modify. To select a Tone to modify, turn off [EDIT] indicator in the Tone setting page. To select two or more Tones simultaneously, hold down one of [TONE SELECT] and press the other [TONE SELECT]. In this case, the numbers of Tones other than the first-selected Tone will be displayed as * symbols.

In Rhythm Set Mode ([EDIT] Indicator is Extinguished)

The function buttons (TONE SELECT section) will select the key shown in the display.

If the [EDIT] indicator is turned off in the Rhythm Set setting page (the setting page for individual keys), the function buttons will select the key to be edited.

TONE SELECT [1]: move to an octave lower key TONE SELECT [2]: move to the semitone below TONE SELECT [3]: move to the semitone above TONE SELECT [4]: move to an octave higher key

In GM Mode ([EDIT] Indicator is Extinguished)

The Function buttons work as [PART SELECT] buttons that switch the reception of Note messages on (lit) and off (extinguished).

Since 16 Parts are being controlled using only 8 buttons, use [1-8/9-16] to select the set of Parts you want to control. When the [1-8/9-16] indicator is out, you can switch Parts 1–8 on/ off. When it is lit, you can switch Parts 9–16 on/off.

If the [EDIT] indicator is turned off in the Part setting page, the function buttons will act as PART Select buttons ([PART SELECT]) that select the Part to be edited.

Chapter 1

Chapter 1. Overview of the XV-88

When [EDIT] Indicator is Lit

Each mode contains a large number of settable items, and these items are organized into groups. When [EDIT] indicator is lit, the function buttons are used to select page groups. The displays that appear will depend on the current mode. The groups that can be selected in each mode are printed on the front panel above the buttons.

About the Cursor Buttons

The Cursor buttons are pressed to switch pages and move the cursor, and are used for remote control of external sequencers.

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Moving Between Display Pages

The various pages are grouped by function button, and each group contains several display pages. Use the cursor buttons to move between these display pages and groups.

Moving Between Pages

An upward-pointing arrow ( ) shown in the display indicates that one or more pages exist before this page. A downward-pointing arrow ( ) shown in the page indicates that one or more pages exist after this page. Press to move to the previous page, or to move to the next page. Press while holding down [SHIFT] to jump to the first page. Press while holding down [SHIFT] to jump to the last page.

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Moving the Cursor (underline)

When two or more items are shown in a single display page, move the cursor (underline) to the item whose value you wish to set. Press to move the cursor to the left, or to move it to the right.

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A symbol appearing in the upper right of the display indicates that there are other items in this page that the screen has no room to show. Press to see these items, and press to return to the previous page.

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Remote Control of External Sequencers

When any PLAY page is displayed, then by pressing the different CURSOR buttons while holding down [SHIFT], you can have remote start, stop, and other control functions of external sequencers connected to the XV-88. This is a useful and extremely convenient function to have in situations such as when playing ensemble using an external sequencer.

[SHIFT] + (NEXT SONG): Selects the next song. [SHIFT] + (PREV SONG): Selects the previous song. [SHIFT] + (RESET): Returns to the beginning of the song. [SHIFT] + (START/STOP): Starts and stops performance

of the song.

Moving Between Groups

In group pages that you select using the function buttons, you can hold down [SHIFT] and press to move to the group of the function button to the left, or hold down [SHIFT] and press to move to the group of the function button to the right.

Whenever you are in any group page, you can move to another group even if [EDIT] indicator is out. In other words, this procedure allows you to move to a different group without having to turn on [EDIT] indicator, and is a faster and more efficient way to get around.

When [SHIFT] is held down while (or ) is pressed, the song either before (or after) the Song Number set with the Song Number parameter (SYSTEM/INFO/TRANSMIT SONG SEL) is selected (p.

178).

Some sequencers cannot be started or stopped without receiving the MIDI Clock (F8h), and settings on certain sequencers also cannot be changed. Please use a sequencer able to perform START/STOP without requiring reception of the MIDI Clock (F8h). For more detailed information, refer to the owner’s manual for your sequencer.

Chapter 1. Overview of the XV-88

Modifying a Value

To modify a value, use the VALUE dial, [INC/+]/[DEC/-] or [0]–[9] (numeric keys).

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Each parameter has a specific range, so you cannot set any value smaller than the minimum value or greater than the maximum value.

VALUE Dial

Rotating the VALUE dial clockwise increases the value, counterclockwise decreases the value. Holding down [SHIFT] as you move the VALUE dial increases value increments so you can make large value changes faster.

< Example 1: To enter a value of 38 >

Press [3] → press [8] → press [ENTER]

< Example 2: To enter a value of -60 >

While holding down [SHIFT] press [0] → press [6] → press [0] → press [ENTER]

You can switch from a positive to negative numerical value anytime before you press [ENTER].

Restoring a Previous Value (Undo)

If, after you change a value you decide that you want to go back to its original value (before you made the change), press [UNDO/COMPARE]. You can also put your change back in again by pressing the button once more. The Undo function can be used when making changes to settings in the sound generator section. This is convenient when you want to undo changes or when you want to compare the sound before and after a change is made.

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[INC/+] and [DEC/-]

Pressing [INC/+] increases the value, and [DEC/-] decreases it. Keep the button pressed for continuous adjustment. For faster value increases, keep [INC/+] pressed down and press [DEC/-]. For decreasing value faster, keep [DEC/-] pressed down and press [INC/+].

If you press [INC/+] or [DEC/-] while holding down [SHIFT], the value increments will get bigger.

[0]–[9] (Numeric Keys)

[0]–[9] (Numeric Keys) lets you directly specify a numerical value. When you enter the number, the value will blink. This indicates that the value has not yet been finalized. To finalize the value press the ENTER button. To reverse the sign of the number (+/-), hold down [SHIFT] and press [0].

Some parameters do not require you to press [ENTER] to finalize the value.

Chapter 1. Overview of the XV-88

Assigning a Name

The XV-88 lets you assign names to Patches, Performances, and Rhythm Sets. The procedure is the same for any type of data.

To assign a name, use / to move the cursor to the location where you wish to input a character. Then use the VALUE dial or [INC/+]/[DEC/-] or the Numeric Keys to input a character.

Available characters/symbols:

space, A–Z, a–z, 0–9, ! " # $ % & ’ ( ) * + , - . / : ; < = > ? @ [ \ ] ^ _ ` { | }

Using the Numeric Keys

The numeric keys are used to input the numerals printed on each key as well as the characters assigned to each key (see the table below). Each time you press a numeric key, the display will cycle through the numeral and characters printed above the key. To specify a lowercase character, hold down [SHIFT] as you press the numeric key.

Numeric Key

[1] A B C [2] D E F [3] G H I [4] J K L [5] M N O [6] P Q R [7] S T U [8] V W X [9] Y Z ! [0] space

Character

Convenient Functions

While you are holding down [SHIFT], the screen will show three functions that are convenient when entering a name. To use each function, hold down [SHIFT] and press the appropriate function button.

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Aa: switch between uppercase/lowercase characters INS: insert a space at the cursor location DEL: delete the character at the cursor location

Chapter 2. Playing

Playing in Patch Mode

The sounds used for an ordinary performance are called Patches. Select a Patch before playing.

Selecting a Patch

The XV-88 has eight Patch groups, including the User group and Preset Groups A–F and H, with each group storing 128 Patches (256 in Preset H), for a total of 1,152 Patches. In addition to these, you can also select Patches stored on memory cards (SmartMedia). What’s more, you can further expand your options by installing up to four optional Wave Expansion boards (two SR-JV80, two SRX Series), enabling you to select from a huge assortment of available Patches.

USER

This is the group inside the XV-88 which can be rewritten. Patches you yourself create can be stored in this group. The XV-88 includes 128 preset Patches (p. 253).

CD-A–H (Memory Card A–H)

This is the group to accessed when using Patches stored on memory cards (SmartMedia) inserted in the MEMORY CARD slot. You can also rewrite Patches you create. Each bank A–H holds 128 Patches, meaning you can select from a maximum of 1,024 Patches.

XP-A, B (Wave Expansion Boards installed in EXP-A, B Slots)

These are the groups of Patches from Wave Expansion Boards (optional SR-JV80 Series) installed in the EXP-A and B slots, and cannot be overwritten. However, you can modify the settings of the currently selected Patch, and then save the modified settings in User memory or a memory card. The number of onboard Patches depends on the specific Wave Expansion Boards installed.

XP-A, B Patches can be selected only if a Wave Expansion Board (SR-JV80 Series) is installed in the corresponding slot.

XP-C, D (Wave Expansion Boards installed in EXP-C, D Slots)

These are the groups of Patches from Wave Expansion Boards (optional SRX Series) installed in the EXP-C and D slots, and cannot be overwritten. However, you can modify the settings of the currently selected Patch, and then save the modified settings in User memory or a memory card. The number of onboard Patches depends on the specific Wave Expansion Boards installed.

XP-C, D Patches can be selected only if a Wave Expansion Board (SRX Series) is installed in the corresponding slot.

Chapter 2

Patches in CD-A–H cannot be selected if no memory card (SmartMedia) is inserted in the MEMORY CARD slot.

PR-A–F (Preset A–F)

These are groups inside the XV-88 which cannot be rewritten. However, you can modify the settings of the currently selected Patch, and then save the modified settings in User memory or a memory card. Banks A–F already contain 128 prepared Patches each, for a total of 768 Patches (p. 253).

PR-H (GM2)

This is an internal group of Patches compatible with General MIDI 2, a system of MIDI function specifications designed to transcend differences between makers and types of devices; these Patches cannot be overwritten. Furthermore, settings of currently selected Patches from this group cannot be changed. The XV-88 includes 256 preset Patches.

1. Press [PATCH] to call up the PATCH PLAY page.

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Patch number

Patch group

2. Select a Patch group or a bank.

USER

Press [USER] to make the indicator light.

CD-A–H

Press [CARD], and then press [A]–[H] to make the indicator light.

PR-A–F

Press [PRESET], and then press [A]–[F] to make the indicator light.

PR-H (GM2)

Press [PRESET], and then press [H] to make the indicator light.

XP-A–D

Press [EXP], and then press [A]–[D] to make the indicator light.

Patch name

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3. Select the Patch number. Rotate the VALUE dial or press

[INC/+]/[DEC/-] to select a Patch.

You can also select the Patch number by using the numeric keys. In this case, after specifying the number using the numeric keys, press [ENTER]. Also, Using the Digit Hold function, a Patch number can be selected simply by specifying the 1’s place number.

Express Patch Select (Digit Hold)

With the Digit Hold function turned on, the 100’s position and 10’s position will be fixed when the numeric keys are used to select a Patch. This means that the numeric keys will only change the 1’s position, and you won’t have to press [ENTER] for each selection.

The same applies to selecting Performances and Rhythm Sets.

1. Hold down [SHIFT] and press [0] (numeric key).

The Digit Hold function is now turned on.

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Selecting Patches by Category (Patch Finder)

The XV-88 provides a “Patch Search function” (Patch Finder) which allows you to specify a type (category) of Patch so that you can quickly find the desired Patch. There are a total of 38 categories.

1. Press [PATCH] to call up the PATCH PLAY page.

2. Press [PATCH FINDER] to turn the Patch Finder

function on. The patch number display will change to the category

display.

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3. Press or to select the desired category.

Here, you can change the Category group by pressing the numeric keys.

4. Rotate the VALUE dial or press [INC/+]/[DEC/-] to

choose a Patch in the currently selected category.

The numbers in the 100’s position and 10’s position will be displayed in a smaller size to indicate Digit Hold is on.

2. When you enter a numeric key number, the 1’s

position will change immediately without having to press [ENTER].

3. To turn off Digit Hold, hold down [SHIFT] and press

[0] once again.

5. Press [PATCH FINDER] to turn the Patch Search

function off. You will return to the normal PATCH PLAY page.

In Step 3, the CATEGORY SELECT page is displayed by holding down [PATCH FINDER] and pressing the numeric keys. In this page, you can select the desired Category from a list of Categories belonging to each Category group.

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Rotate the VALUE dial or press [INC/+]/[DEC/-] to select a category, and then press [ENTER] to confirm the selection. You can also select a category directly by pressing the corresponding numeric key.

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