Yamaha A5000, A4000 User Manual

SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION

Rear Panel

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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.

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The lightning ﬂash with arrowhead symbol, within the 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 electrical shock.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: All Yamaha electronic products are tested and approved by an independent safety testing laboratory in order that you may be sure that when it is properly installed and used in its normal and customary manner, all foreseeable risks have been eliminated. DO NO T modify this unit or commission others to do so unless speciﬁcally authorized by Yamaha. Product performance and/or safety standards may be diminished. Claims ﬁled under the expressed warranty may be denied if the unit is/has been modiﬁed. Implied warranties may also be affected.

ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES: Yamaha strives to produce products that are both user safe and environmentally friendly. We sincerely believe that our products and the production methods used to produce them, meet these goals. In keeping with both the letter and the spirit of the law, we want you to be aware of the following:

Battery Notice: This product MAY contain a small nonrechargable battery which (if applicable) is soldered in place. The average life span of this type of battery is approximately ﬁve years. When replacement becomes necessary, contact a qualiﬁed service representative to perform the replacement.

Warning: Do not attempt to recharge, disassemble, or incinerate this type of battery. Keep all batteries away from children. Dispose of used batteries promptly and as regulated by applicable laws. Note: In some areas, the servicer is required by law to return the defective parts. However, you do have the option of having the servicer dispose of these parts for you.

Disposal Notice: Should this product become damaged beyond repair, or for some reason its useful life is considered to be at an end, please observe all local, state, and federal regulations that relate to the disposal of products that contain lead, batteries, plastics, etc.

NOTICE: Service charges incurred due to lack of knowledge relating to how a function or effect works (when the unit is operating as designed) are not covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, and are therefore the owners responsibility. Please study this manual carefully and consult your dealer before requesting service.

NAME PLATE LOCATION: The graphic below indicates the location of the name plate. The model number, serial number, power requirements, etc., are located on this plate. You should record the model number, serial number , and the date of purchase in the spaces provided below and retain this manual as a permanent record of your purchase.

SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE: The infor-

Model

mation contained in this manual is believed to be correct at the time of printing. However, Yamaha reserves the right to

Serial No.

change or modify any of the speciﬁcations without notice or obligation to update existing units.

92-469- ➀ (rear)

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Purchase Date

PRECAUTIONS

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING

* Please keep these precautions in a safe place for future reference.

WARNING

Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even death from electrical shock, shortcircuiting, damages, ﬁre or other hazards. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Do not open the instrument or attempt to disassemble the internal parts or modify them in any way. The instrument contains no user-serviceable parts. If it should appear to be malfunctioning, discontinue use immediately and have it inspected by qualiﬁed Yamaha service personnel.

• Do not expose the instrument to rain, use it near water or in damp or wet conditions, or place containers on it containing liquids which might spill into any openings.

• If the power cord or plug becomes frayed or damaged, or if there is a sudden loss of sound during use of the instrument, or if any unusual smells or smoke should appear to be caused by it, immediately turn off the power switch, disconnect the electric plug from the outlet, and have the instrument inspected by qualiﬁed Yamaha

CAUTION

Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of physical injury to you or others, or damage to the instrument or other property. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Do not place the power cord near heat sources such as heaters or radiators, and do not excessively bend or otherwise damage the cord, place heavy objects on it, or place it in a position where anyone could walk on, trip over, or roll anything over it.

• When removing the electric plug from the instrument or an outlet, always hold the plug itself and not the cord. Pulling by the cord can damage it.

• Do not connect the instrument to an electrical outlet using a multiple-connector. Doing so can result in lower sound quality , or possibly cause overheating in the outlet.

• Remove the electric plug from the outlet when the instrument is not to be used for extended periods of time, or during electrical storms.

• Before connecting the instrument to other electronic components, turn off the power for all components. Before turning the power on or off for all components, set all volume levels to minimum. Also, be sure to set the volumes of all components at their minimum levels and gradually raise the volume controls while playing the instrument to set the desired listening level.

• Do not expose the instrument to excessive dust or vibrations, or extreme cold or heat (such as in direct sunlight, near a heater, or in a car during the day) to prevent the possibility of panel disﬁguration or damage to the internal components.

• Do not use the instrument near other electrical products such as televisions, radios, or speakers, since this might cause interference which can affect proper operation of the other products.

• Do not place the instrument in an unstable position where it might accidentally fall over.

• Before moving the instrument, remove all connected cables.

service personnel.

• Only use the voltage speciﬁed as correct for the instrument. The required voltage is printed on the name plate of the instrument.

• Always connect the three-pin attachment plug to a property grounded power source. (For more information about the main power supply, see “Power Connection”.)

• Before cleaning the instrument, always remove the electric plug from the outlet. Never insert or remove an electric plug with wet hands.

• Check the electric plug periodically and remove any dirt or dust which may have accumulated on it.

• When cleaning the instrument, use a soft, dry cloth. Do not use paint thinners, solvents, cleaning ﬂuids, or chemical-impregnated wiping cloths. Also, do not place vinyl, plastic or rubber objects on the instrument, since this might discolor the panel or keyboard.

• Do not rest your weight on, or place heavy objects on the instrument, and do not use excessive force on the buttons, switches or connectors.

• Do not place objects in front of the instrument’ s air vent, since this may prevent adequate ventilation of the internal components, and possibly result in the instrument overheating. T o ensure adequate ventilation and cooling, leave at least 10cm of open space behind the A5000/A4000 rear panel, and at least 4cm of open space above the top cover.

• Do not operate the instrument for a long period of time at a high or uncomfortable volume level, since this can cause permanent hearing loss. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, consult a physician.

■ SAVING USER DATA

• To protect against data loss caused by malfunction or operating error, be sure to save your data regularly to ﬂoppy disk, hard disk or other strage medium.

Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use or modiﬁcations to the instrument, or data that is lost or destroyed.

Always turn the power off when the instrument is not in use.

■ Handling and Installation of Options

WARNING

• Before beginning installation, switch off the power to the A5000/A4000 and connected peripherals, and unplug them from the power outlet. Then remove all cables connecting the A5000/A4000 to other devices. (Leaving the power cord connected while working can result in electric shock. Leaving other cables connected can interfere with work.)

• Do not disassemble, modify, or apply excessive force to board areas and connectors on option boards, hard disk, ZIP drive, and SIMMs. Bending or tampering with boards and connectors may lead to electric shock, ﬁre, or equipment failures.

* Consult your Yamaha dealer if you have any questions regarding installation procedures for options boards, hard disks, SIMMs, or other optional devices. * If SIMM memory, hard disk, ZIP drive, or other optional component fails to work properly, consult the item's dealer for advice.

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CAUTION

• Before handling an option board, hard disk, ZIP drive, or SIMM, you should brieﬂy touch the A5000/A4000 metal casing (or other such metallic area) with your bare hand so as to drain off any static charge from your body. Note that even a slight amount of electrostatic discharge may cause damage to these components.

• It is recommended that you wear gloves to protect your hands from metallic projections on the A5000/A4000, hard disk, SIMMs, ZIP drive, option boards, and other components. T ouching leads or connectors with bare hands may cause ﬁnger cuts, and may also result in poor electrical contact or electrostatic damage.

• Take care to avoid dropping screws into the A5000/A4000 unit. If a screw does fall in, be sure to remove it before you reassemble and power up the unit. Starting the unit with a loose screw inside may lead to improper operation or equipment failure. (If you are unable to retrieve a dropped screw, consult your Yamaha dealer for advice.)

Thank you for your purchase of the Yamaha A5000/A4000 Professional Sampler. The A5000/A4000 incorporates a leading-edge AWM2 tone generator, and is an ideal for use with synthesizers, MIDI keyboards, and other MIDI devices in a wide variety of musical applications.

This owner’s manual will help you get the most from your A5000/A4000’s many advanced features. Please read through the essential parts of the manual carefully before beginning work with your sampler, and refer back to the manual for additional information as necessary. Please be sure to store the manual in a safe and handy location.

List of Accessories

Your A5000/A4000 package includes the following accessories. Make sure that all of these accessories are included.

• CD-ROM set • Owner’s Manual (this document)................1

• Booklet (“Guide for Accompanying Disks”)............1 • Floppy Disk..................................................4

• Power Cord............................................................1 • Power Cable for ZIP Drive ...........................1

• Power Cable for Internal Hard Disk........................1 • IDE Cable for Internal Hard Disk .................1

• SCSI Cable for Internal Hard Disk.........................1

Power Cord

Power Cable for Internal Hard Disk (long)

SCSI Cable for Internal Hard Disk

Power Cable for ZIP Drive (short)

IDE Cable for Internal Hard Disk

* If any of the above items is missing, please contact your Yamaha dealer for assistance. * See the CD-ROM jackets or the separate “Guide for Accompanying Disks” booklet for information about the contents and use of the CD-ROMs

and ﬂoppy disks.

Unauthorized copying of copyrighted software for purposes other than purchaser’s personal use is prohibited.

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Features

Professional Sampler With Endless Potential

The A5000/A4000 pro vides superior sound and peformance for a wide range of applications including break-beat production and playback, phrase sampling, musical instrument sampling, and much, much more.

Advanced Built-in Effect System

The A5000 has 6 high-performance effect blocks, and the A4000 has 3. An extensive range of effects from simple ambience to sophisticated sound modiﬁcation can be used to enhance or radically alter the sound of samples, break-beats, or sampled phrases. Effects can even be applied during recording, so you can create samples with integral effects!

Fast, Efﬁcient Operation

A large 320 x 80 dot full-graphic LCD panel displays sample waveforms, ef fect connections, and other important data in easy-to-understand form. The panel knobs, mode buttons, and function buttons also make operation exceptionally easy, intuitive, and versatile, while offering an amazing degree of realtime playback control.

Features

Exceptional Expandability

With a built-in SCSI interf ace and internal SCSI and IDE connectors it’s easy to add internal hard disk or ZIP drives, or external hard disk, ZIP, CD-R OM, CD-R or other dri v es. Further , 4 SIMM slots allo w the sample memory to be expanded to maximum 128 megabytes. An optional AIEB1 I/O expansion board can be installed to provide 6 assignable analog outputs as well as digital coaxial and optical inputs and outputs.

Compatibility with a Wide Range of Sample Formats

In addition to being able to export and import AIFF and WAV wave ﬁles to or from ﬂoppy disk, SCSI disk, CD-ROM or other media, The A5000/A4000 can import a wide range of sample ﬁles from other devices including the Yamaha EX7/5/5R, SU700, and samplers from other manufacturers.

A Wide Selection of Sample Data Included

The A5000/A4000 comes with the CD-ROMs packed with useful sample data and audio sampling sources. Load the sample data directly, and record the audio source material to create your own samples. You can begin using your A5000/A4000 to make music immediately. (An external SCSI CD-ROM drive is required to load the sample data.)

* The company names and product names in this Owner’s Manual are the trademarks or registered trademarks of

their respective companies.

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Using the Manual

Manual Organization

This manual is divided into 10 chapters, as follows:

Chapter 1 (page 17 — 30)

Connecting the A5000/A4000 to external MIDI equipment, ampliﬁers, etc., and powering up. Please read this chapter before using your A5000/A4000 for the ﬁrst time.

Chapter 2 (page 31 — 56)

An easy introduction to sampling and some of the A5000/A4000’s main feature. Follow the “handson” instructions to become familiar with your A5000/A4000.

Chapter 3 (page 57 — 86)

An in-depth look at the A5000/A4000 system and basic operating procedures. Essential kno wledge for anyone who wants to make full use of the A5000/A4000’s capabilities.

Chapter 4 — Chapter 9 (page 87 — 230)

The “reference” chapters, with complete, detailed information on all of the A5000/A4000 functions and features.

Appendix (page 231)

Information on installing options, speciﬁcations, error messages, MIDI data format, and more.

Finding Information You Need

The manual offers several ways for you to locate speciﬁc information.

The Table of Contents (page 8)

Look here to locate information in relatively broad categories.

The Index (page 287)

Function names, key words, and other speciﬁc terms are listed in alphabetical order with page numbers allowing you to locate speciﬁc information quickly and easily.

Controls & Connectors (page 10)

When you want to know about speciﬁc controls or connectors, go to this section.

The A5000/A4000 Function Tree (page 73)

The Function Tree lets you ﬁnd functions in context within the sampler’s internal organization.

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Flip Through the Pages

The chapter number and title are printed at the bottom of each manual page. The mode and function described on each page are listed at the top of the page. Next to the mode and function names at the top of each page is a 5 x 6 matrix which visually indicates the function described based on the mode and function button positions as shown below.

Function Buttons

Mode Buttons

EDIT-FILTER

Using the Manual

Other Conventions

The following symbols and conventions are used throughout this manual:

This symbol indicates important information that could, for example, prevent you from accidentally erasing valuable data.

Additional information that will give you a more complete understanding of the related function or feature.

Hints on how you might be able to make the most of a feature or function.

(PLAY-PROGRAM-PgmSel), etc.

This type of expression indicates the mode, function, and display page on which a certain function or parameter can be found. The example points to the PLAY mode PROGRAM function group PgmSel display page.

[PLAY], etc. Indicates a panel button — in this case the [PLAY] button. page ?? Page reference. Directs you to another page for related information.

In general this manual describes operation of both the A5000 and A4000. When a feature or function described is different or is not available in the A4000, this will be mentioned in the text or in parentheses following the text.

The illustrations and LCD screens as shown in this owner’s manual are for instructional purposes only, and may be different from your instrument.

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Contents

List of Accessories................................................................... 4

Features................................................................................... 5

Using the Manual..................................................................... 6

Manual Organization ............................................................... 6

Finding Information You Need.................................................. 6

Other Conventions................................................................... 7

Panel and Connector Arrangement....................................... 10

A5000/A4000 Options ........................................................... 14

Handling the Floppy Disk Drive(FDD) and Floppy Disk......... 15

Chapter 1 Setting Up

Setup Procedure.................................................................... 18

Power Connection..................................................................19

Audio Output Connections..................................................... 20

Audio Input Connections........................................................ 23

MIDI Connections.................................................................. 25

Powering On and Off............................................................. 27

Sound Check......................................................................... 28

Tutorial

Chapter 2 Sampler Basics & Essential

Procedures

Sampler Basics.............................................................................. 32

Essential Procedures .................................................................... 37

Chapter 3 The A5000/A4000 System & Features

1. System Overview...................................................................... 58

Internal Structure................................................................... 58

Sampling T one Generator...................................................... 59

The Effect Stage....................................................................63

Total EQ................................................................................. 64

Controllers............................................................................. 64

Sequencer............................................................................. 64

I/O Interface...........................................................................65

Data Organization & Management........................................ 65

2. The A5000/A4000 Functions.................................................... 68

A5000/A4000 Mode Organization ......................................... 68

Function T ree.........................................................................73

3. Basic Operation ........................................................................ 77

Common Mode Display Features.......................................... 77

Selecting Modes & Functions................................................ 77

Selecting Display Pages........................................................78

Editing Parameters................................................................ 79

Executing Functions.............................................................. 80

Command Selection.............................................................. 80

Character Entry ..................................................................... 81

MIDI Input.............................................................................. 82

QUICK Entry..........................................................................83

T ree Vie w Display .................................................................. 83

A/D Input................................................................................ 85

MIDI Indicator........................................................................ 85

Shortcut Operation ................................................................ 86

Special Button Functions.......................................................86

Factory Reset........................................................................ 86

Reference

Chapter 4 PLAY Mode

About the PLAY Mode....................................................................88

1. PROGRAM .................................................................................89

Program Select......................................................................89

Program Mix...........................................................................90

Program Portamento..............................................................91

2. SAMPLE..................................................................................... 93

Select Sample........................................................................ 93

Select Sample from Sample Bank.........................................95

3. EASY EDIT................................................................................. 96

Mix ......................................................................................... 96

Output....................................................................................97

Out & Gain.............................................................................97

Filter.......................................................................................98

Pitch.......................................................................................98

Amplitude EG......................................................................... 99

Key......................................................................................... 99

Velocity.................................................................................100

Crossfade.............................................................................100

Control ................................................................................. 101

4. EFFECT.................................................................................... 102

Effect Setup A......................................................................102

Effect Setup B......................................................................104

Effect Edit.............................................................................104

5. SETUP...................................................................................... 107

S/H Speed ...........................................................................107

AD Input...............................................................................107

6. CONTROL ................................................................................110

Program Controller A/B........................................................ 110

Channel Setup.....................................................................112

Program LFO.......................................................................113

Chapter 5 EDIT Mode

About the EDIT Mode................................................................... 118

1. TRIM/LOOP.............................................................................. 120

Waveform.............................................................................120

Sample Information.............................................................. 124

Loop Remix.......................................................................... 125

2. MAP/OUT ................................................................................. 127

Mix & Key Range.................................................................127

Pitch.....................................................................................129

Expand & Velocity Range.....................................................131

Level Scaling........................................................................132

3. FILTER......................................................................................133

Filter & EQ ........................................................................... 133

Filter Scaling........................................................................135

4. EG.............................................................................................137

Amplitude EG....................................................................... 137

Filter EG............................................................................... 138

Pitch EG............................................................................... 140

5. LFO...........................................................................................143

LFO......................................................................................143

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Contents

6. MIDI/CTRL................................................................................ 145

MIDI Set............................................................................... 145

Sample Controller A & B...................................................... 146

Chapter 6 RECORD Mode

About the RECORD Mode........................................................... 150

1. RECORD .................................................................................. 151

Record................................................................................. 151

2. SETUP...................................................................................... 153

Record Setup....................................................................... 153

Process................................................................................ 157

3. TRIGGER ................................................................................. 158

Trigger.................................................................................. 158

4. EFFECT.................................................................................... 160

Recording Effect Setup........................................................ 160

Recording Effect Edit...........................................................160

5. EXT CTRL (External Control)................................................. 161

CD-DA Control..................................................................... 161

6. MONITOR................................................................................. 163

Monitor & Click..................................................................... 163

Chapter 7 DISK Mode

About the DISK Mode.................................................................. 166

1. PROGRAM............................................................................... 167

PgmLoad............................................................................. 167

2. SAMPLE................................................................................... 169

SmpLoad............................................................................. 169

3. SEQUENCE.............................................................................. 171

SeqLoad.............................................................................. 171

4. VOLUME................................................................................... 172

Volume................................................................................. 172

5. DISK ......................................................................................... 173

Disk Select........................................................................... 173

Disk Setup........................................................................... 173

6. IMPORT.................................................................................... 175

Import .................................................................................. 175

7. DISK COMMANDS................................................................... 177

Selecting a Command......................................................... 177

Command Execution........................................................... 177

SAVE................................................................................... 177

FORMAT.............................................................................. 177

COPY VOLUME................................................................... 181

SYSTEM FILE..................................................................... 182

BACKUP..............................................................................182

CD-DA................................................................................. 184

LOAD OS............................................................................. 185

Chapter 8 UTILITY Mode

About the UTILITY Mode............................................................. 188

1. TOTAL EQ ................................................................................ 189

Total Equalizer..................................................................... 189

2. PANEL PLAY............................................................................ 191

Knob Controller.................................................................... 191

Knob Controller Setup......................................................... 191

Function Key Play Setup...................................................... 192

3. SEQUENCE.............................................................................. 194

Sequence ............................................................................ 194

4. MASTER...................................................................................195

Tuning ..................................................................................195

Output..................................................................................195

5. SYSTEM ...................................................................................197

KeysSet................................................................................197

Customise............................................................................198

6. MIDI .......................................................................................... 200

Channel Message................................................................200

System Exclusive................................................................. 201

Chapter 9 COMMAND

About the COMMANDS................................................................ 204

Selecting a Command .........................................................206

Command Execution............................................................206

COPY................................................................................... 206

DELETE...............................................................................208

SAVE....................................................................................208

ARRANGE...........................................................................211

FREEZE............................................................................... 212

BULK DUMP........................................................................216

INITIALIZE...........................................................................217

PROCESS ........................................................................... 218

LOOP DIVIDE......................................................................221

RESAMPLE ......................................................................... 222

STEREO → MONO .............................................................225

MOVE .................................................................................. 226

CREATE OSC......................................................................227

EXPORT..............................................................................228

REVERT .............................................................................. 230

Appendix

Installing Optional Equipment....................................................232

Removing the Top Cover......................................................232

Replacing the Top Cover......................................................233

Installing SIMMs ..................................................................234

Installing the AIEB1 I/O Expansion Board ........................... 237

Installing an Internal SCSI Hard Disk ..................................240

Installing an Internal IDE Hard Disk.....................................244

Installing an ATAPI ZIP Drive ...............................................247

Connecting external SCSI devices ...................................... 251

Speciﬁcations............................................................................... 254

Effect Type List.............................................................................256

Effect Parameter List...................................................................258

Control Change Number List......................................................270

Troubleshooting ........................................................................... 271

Error Messages............................................................................273

MIDI Data Format .........................................................................274

MIDI Implementation Chart .........................................................286

Index.............................................................................................. 287

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Panel and Connector Arrangement

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Panel and Connector Arrangement

■ Front Panel

q MASTER VOL (Master Volume)

Adjusts the volume of the signal appearing at the STEREO OUT L/MONO and R jacks as well as the PHONES jack. This control does not affect output from the ASSIGNABLE OUT L and R jacks. This knob does not affect the output level at the ASSIGNABLE OUT connectors, or at the various connectors provided on the optional I/O expansion board (AIEB1 board).

w REC VOL (Recording Volume)

Adjusts the input level from the front panel’s INPUT L and INPUT R jacks. Use the knob to adjust the level when recording a sample, or when passing an input signal directly through the A5000/A4000 outputs for realtime output (“A/D In” feature). This knob does not affect the input level to the DIGITAL IN and OPTICAL IN connectors on the optional I/O expansion board (AIEB1 board).

e PHONES jack

Connects to a set of stereo headphones. The PHONES jack always produces the same signal as the STEREO OUT jacks. Note that headphone impedance should be between 16 and 150 ohms.

r INPUT L, INPUT R jacks

Use these jacks to input an analog signal for recording, or for realtime output (“ A/D In” feature). Use the INPUT L jack if you are supplying a monaural signal.

t Display

The display shows a wide range of information including current status and available parameters.

y LCD Contrast Control

LCD Contrast Control Adjusts the contrast of the LCD display panel.

u Knobs

You use the knobs to set the various parameter values, to switch display pages, and execute operations. In most cases you turn the knob to set a value, and push the knob to execute an operation — for example, to start or stop recording. Knobs are numbered 1 to

i Mode buttons

The A5000/A4000 provides ﬁv e operating modes. You select the mode by pressing the corresponding mode button. The button lamp comes on to indicate that the mode is selected. Each mode is further divided into six functions. After selecting the mode, you can switch among its functions by pressing the appropriate function keys.

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i o !4

Panel and Connector Arrangement

!0 !1 !2 !3

(The A5000/A4000 also uses the button lamps to let you know that it is receiving MIDI data. Each lamp corresponds to a different MIDI data type, and will continue to blink while the A5000/ A4000 is receiving MIDI data of that type. (page 85))

o [F1] — [F6] Function buttons

Use these buttons to switch among the six functions within the currently selected mode.

!0 [COMMAND/EXIT] button

This button calls the command menu from which you can access a range of commands not included in the modes. Press a second time to revert to the mode display. (page 177, 206)

!1 [ASSIGNABLE] button

This button can be used to turn off all notes, reset all controllers, switch Knobs 2 through 5 for control change operation, switch the function buttons for tone generator playback, and more. (page 86)

A5000

!3 Floppy-disk drive

Accepts a 3.5-inch ﬂoppy disk. You can use ﬂoppy disks to save and reload your data (programs, samples, sequences, and system settings). Note that there is an access lamp at the lower left of the drive. The lamp lights up while the disk is being accessed. Please do not eject the ﬂoppy-disk while this lamp is on. To eject a disk, press the EJECT button at the lower right of the drive. (page 15)

!4 POWER switch

Press once to switch the power on. Press again to turn the power off. (page 27)

• The A5000/A4000 stores all new data into main memory only, and will lose all of this data when you switch off the power. You must therefore be sure to save all important data to disk before turning the A5000/A4000 off.

!2 [AUDITION] button

Press the button to play out the currently selected sample. You use this feature to check the sound of the sample while editing.

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Panel and Connector Arrangement

■ Rear Panel

q AC inlet

Connects to the AC power cord supplied with the A5000/A4000. (Please do not use any other power cord with this unit.)

w MIDI IN-A, IN-B, OUT, THRU-A, THRU-B

(MIDI IN, OUT, THRU on the A4000)

These connectors are for connection to external MIDI devices. The MIDI IN-A and MIDI IN-B connectors (MIDI IN only on the A4000) are for reception of MIDI messages, while the MIDI OUT connector is for MIDI transmission. MIDI THRU-A and THRU-B (MIDI THRU only on the A4000) retransmits the data received at the MIDI IN connector(s).

e ASSIGNABLE OUT jacks

Analog output jacks. These jacks operate independently of the STEREO OUT jacks. You can use these jacks to output the sound of one or more selected samples, or to output the signal supplied through the front panel’s analog input connectors (page 97, 128). You may also set them so that the y output the same signal as the STEREO OUT jacks (page 125).

t rew

A5000

r STEREO OUT jacks

These are the main analog output jacks.

t SCSI connector

This is a half-pitch 50-pin connector. You use it to connect up a SCSI hard drive, CD-ROM drive, or other SCSI device.

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■ Rear Panel (with optional AIEB1 board installed)

Panel and Connector Arrangement

q w e

q OPTICAL IN, OUT connectors

Use these connectors to input or output digital signals over optical-ﬁber cable. You can use the OPTICAL IN to record a digital signal of frequency 48kHz, 44.1kHz, or 32kHz. The OPTICAL OUT connector outputs a digital signal of frequency 44.1kHz.

w DIGITAL IN, OUT connectors

Use these connectors to input or output digital signals over coaxial (RCA-pin) cable. The digital signal format is CD/DAT (S/P DIF). You can use the DIGITAL IN connector to record a digital signal of frequency 48kHz, 44.1kHz, or 32kHz. The DIGITAL OUT connector outputs a digital signal of frequency 44.1kHz.

e ASSIGNABLE OUT jacks (AS1 to AS6)

Additional analog output jacks. Each pair (1&2, 3&4, 5&6) operates independently of all other outputs on the A5000/A4000. You can use these jacks to output the sound of one or more selected samples, or to output the signal supplied through the front panel’s analog input connectors (page 97, 128). You may also set them so that they output the same signal as the STEREO OUT jacks (page 125).

A5000

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A5000/A4000 Options

You can enhance the capability of your A5000/A4000 by installing options. The A5000/A4000 supports two options: (1) additional memory, and (2) the AIEB1 board (I/O expansion board).

Expansion Memory (SIMMs)

The A5000/A4000 stores all active data in main memory. To play a sample back, you must ﬁrst load it into main memory. And whenever you record a sample, you must record it into main memory. Samples consume a great deal of memory. The A5000/A4000 comes standard with 4 megabytes (4MB) of memory — but this is only sufﬁcient to store about 48 seconds of high-quality monaural sound (at 44.1kHz sampling frequency), or approximately 24 seconds of stereo sound. You can increase this capacity by installing additional memory. The A5000/A4000 accepts expansion memory in the form of SIMMs (single in-line memory modules). Using SIMMs, you can install up to 128MB of memory onto the A5000/A4000. SIMMs can be purchased from almost any computer-supply dealer. Adding memory will allow you to record longer samples, and to work with more samples at the same time. For information about how to install SIMMs, refer to the Appendix. (page 234)

Important Information about Purchase of Expansion SIMMs for the A5000/A4000

The A5000/A4000 does not necessarily support all commercially available SIMMs. Before purchasing SIMMs, please consult your Yamaha dealer or an authorized Yamaha distributor (see list at end of the Owner’s Manual) for advice. Note that Yamaha cannot assume responsibility for SIMM malfunctions.

SIMM Type and SIMM Conﬁguration

• You need to use 72-pin SIMMs with access time of 70ns or less. The SIMM module size may be 4MB, 8MB, 16MB, or 32MB. The A5000/A4000 is designed for use with 32-bit (parity non-type) SIMMs, but can also accept installation of 36-bit (parity-type) SIMMs.

• When purchasing SIMMs, make sure that the SIMM design does not utilize more than 18 memory chips per module. (SIMMs comprised of more than 18 chips do not operate correctly on the A5000/ A4000.)

• SIMMs must be installed in pairs: you can install either two SIMMs or four SIMMs. Both modules in a pair must have the same memory capacity.

• The A5000/A4000 ships with 4MB of sampling memory installed, and is capable of accessing up to 128MB. If you add one pair of 32MB SIMMs , f or e xample , y ou increase the av ailab le sampling memory to a total of (4 + 32 x 2 =) 68MB. If you install four 32MB SIMMs, however, the sampling memory size becomes 128MB (and the original 4MB are effectively disabled).

• Yamaha recommends that you purchase SIMMs that conform to the JEDEC* standard. Please be aware, how e v er , that conf ormance to this standard does not constitute a guarantee that the SIMMs will operate correctly on the A5000/A4000.

* JEDEC (Joint Electron Device Engineering Council) sets standards for terminal conﬁgurations within elec-

tronic devices.

The I/O Expansion Board (AIEB1 Board)

In its standard conﬁguration, the A5000/A4000 supports analog I/O only. Although it stores all internal data in digital form, it does not provide direct digital I/O connectors. You can add digital I/O capacity by installing an AIEB1 board. The board offers two different digital connector types: optical connectors, and coaxial connectors. As an added beneﬁt, the board also includes three stereo ASSIGNABLE OUTPUT pairs (six analog jacks), which operate independently of the standard STEREO OUT and ASSIGNABLE OUT jacks. For information about how to install this board, refer to the Appendix. (page 237)

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Handling the Floppy Disk Drive(FDD) and Floppy Disk

Precautions

Be sure to handle ﬂoppy disks and treat the disk drive with care. Follow the important precautions below.

Disk Type

The A5000/A4000 disk drive accepts 2HD-type and 2DD-type 3.5" ﬂoppy disks.

Inserting/Ejecting Floppy Disks

To insert a ﬂoppy disk into the disk drive:

• Hold the disk so that the label of the disk is facing upward and the sliding shutter is facing forw ard, towards the disk slot. Carefully insert the disk into the slot, slowly pushing it all the w ay in until it clicks into place and the eject button pops out.

To eject a ﬂoppy disk:

• Before ejecting the disk, be sure to conﬁrm that the FDD is stopped (check if the LED below the ﬂoppy disk slot is off). Press the eject button slowly as far as it will go; the disk will automatically pop out. When the disk is fully ejected, carefully remove it by hand.

• Never attempt to remove the disk or turn the power off during reading or writing. Doing so can damage the disk and possibly the disk drive.

• If the eject button is pressed too quickly, or if it is not pressed in as far as it will go, the disk may not eject properly. The eject button may become stuck in a half-pressed position with the disk extending from the drive slot by only a few millimeters. If this happens, do not attempt to pull out the partially ejected disk, since using force in this situation can damage the disk drive mechanism or the ﬂoppy disk. To remove a partially ejected disk, try pressing the eject button once again, or push the disk back into the slot and then repeat the eject procedure.

• Be sure to remove the ﬂoppy disk from the disk drive before turning off the power. A ﬂoppy disk left in the drive for extended periods can easily pick up dust and dirt that can cause data read and write errors.

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Handling the Floppy Disk Drive(FDD) and Floppy Disk

Cleaning the Disk Drive Read/Write Head

• Clean the read/write head regularly. This instrument employs a precision magnetic read/write head which, after an extended period of use, will pick up a layer of magnetic particles from the disks used that will eventually cause read and write errors.

• To maintain the disk drive in optimum working order Yamaha recommends that you use a commercially-available dry-type head cleaning disk to clean the head about once a month. Ask your Yamaha dealer about the availability of proper head-cleaning disks.

Never insert anything b ut ﬂoppy disks into the disk dri v e. Other objects may cause damage to the disk dri v e or ﬂoppy disks.

About the Floppy Disks

To handle ﬂoppy disks with care:

• Do not place heavy objects on a disk or bend or apply pressure to the disk in an y way. Alw ays keep ﬂoppy disks in their protective cases when they are not in use.

• Do not expose the disk to direct sunlight, extremely high or low temperatures, or excessive humidity, dust or liquids.

• Do not open the sliding shutter and touch the exposed surface of the ﬂoppy disk inside.

• Do not expose the disk to magnetic ﬁelds, such as those produced by tele visions, speakers, motors, etc., since magnetic ﬁelds can partially or completely erase data on the disk, rendering it unreadable.

• Never use a ﬂoppy disk with a deformed shutter or housing.

• Do not attach anything other than the provided labels to a ﬂoppy disk. Also make sure that labels are attached in the proper location.

To protect your data (Write-protect Tab):

• To prevent accidental erasure of important data, slide the disk’s write-protect tab to the “protect” position (tab open).

Data backup

• For maximum data security Yamaha recommends that you keep two copies of important data on separate ﬂoppy disks. This gives you a backup if one disk is lost or damaged.

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Chapter

Setting Up

Connecting the A5000/A4000 to external MIDI equipment, ampliﬁers, etc., and power-

ing up. Please read this chapter before using your A5000/A4000 for the ﬁrst time.

Setup Procedure...........................................................................18

Power Connection........................................................................19

Audio Output Connections..........................................................20

Audio Input Connections.............................................................23

MIDI Connections .........................................................................25

Powering On and Off....................................................................27

Sound Check.................................................................................28

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Setup Procedure

his chapter explains how to set up your equipment and run a simple sound check.

Setup Sequence

This chapter takes you through each of the steps necessary to connect up your system.

Connecting the Power

Explains how to connect up the A5000/A4000’s power cord. (page 19)

Connecting the A5000/A4000 Outputs

Shows how to connect the A5000/A4000’s stereo and assignable outputs to external audio devices. (page 20)

Connecting the Audio Inputs

Shows how to connect microphones and other input devices to the A5000/A4000. (page 23)

MIDI Connections

Introduces basic MIDI concepts, and shows how to connect up MIDI devices. (page 25)

Power ON/OFF

Explains the proper sequence for turning connected devices on and off. (page 27)

Sound Check

T ak es you through a simple sound check, to conﬁrm that your equipment is connected correctly. (page

28)

• If you have already acquired and intend to install options such as addition SIMM memory, the optional AIEB1 I/O Expansion Board, internal hard disk or ZIP disk drives, or external SCSI devices, please install the options before carrying out the setup procedures described in this chapter.

• SIMM (expansion memory) installation.....page 234

• AIEB1 I/O Expansion Board installation....page 237

• Internal SCSI hard disk installation...........page 240

• Internal IDE hard disk installation.............page 244

• ATAPI ZIP drive installation.......................page 247

• External SCSI device connection..............page 251

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Power Connection

This page shows you how to connect up the power cord that comes with the A5000/A4000.

• Be sure that the A5000/A4000’s power switch is OFF before you attach the cord. (The switch is OFF when it is all the way out.)

• The A5000/A4000 is designed for use with a grounded line (three-prong outlet).

Connecting the Cord

Connect the supplied power cord to the AC inlet on the rear panel. Then plug the other end of the cord into a 3-prong wall outlet.

Power Connection

Wall Outlet

Power Cord

Rear Panel

AC INLET

WARNING

• Make sure your A5000/A4000 is rated for the AC voltage supplied in the area in which it is to be used (as listed on the rear panel). Connecting the unit to the wrong AC supply can cause serious damage to the internal circuitry and may even pose a shock hazard!

• Use only the AC power cord supplied with the A5000/A4000. If the supplied cord is lost or damaged and needs to be replaced, contact your Yamaha dealer. The use of an inappropriate replacement can pose a ﬁre and shock hazard!

• The type of AC power cord provided with the A5000/A4000 may be different depending on the country in which it is purchased (a third prong may be provided for grounding purposes). Improper connection of the grounding conductor can create the risk of electrical shock. Do NOT modify the plug provided with the A5000/A4000. If the plug will not ﬁt the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualiﬁed electrician. Do not use a plug adaptor which defeats the grounding conductor.

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Audio Output Connections

This section explains how to connect the A5000/A4000 audio outputs to external devices.

• Be sure that power to the A5000/A4000 and to peripheral devices is OFF before making these connections. Connecting devices while power is ON may result in damage to amps or speakers.

• Digital I/O connections are available only if the optional AIEB1 board is installed.

Connecting the Analog Outputs

The A5000/A4000 comes standard with the following stereo output jacks.

• STEREO OUT ...............Main analog output.

• ASSIGNABLE OUT.......You can set the jacks to operate independently of the STEREO OUT jacks, so

that they output selected samples or programs only. The feature is useful, for example, when you want to send the main signal to one audio device while sending a speciﬁc sample to a different device. But it is also possible to set these jacks so that they output the same signal as the STEREO OUT jacks. (page

195)

If you have installed the optional I/O expansion board (AIEB1 board), your A5000/A4000 will include three additional ASSIGNABLE OUT pairs (ASSIGNABLE OUT jacks 1 to 6).

For monaural output:

A5000/A4000 Rear Panel Amp, mixer, etc.

ASSIGNABLE OUT

For stereo output:

A5000/A4000 Rear Panel Amp, mixer, etc.

ASSIGNABLE OUT

STEREO OUT

R L/MONO

STEREO OUT

R L/MONO

INPUT

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For assignable output:

A5000/A4000 Rear Panel Amp, mixer, etc.

Audio Output Connections

ASSIGNABLE OUT

STEREO OUT

R L/MONO

Assignable output using AIEB1 expansion board:

A5000/A4000 Rear Panel

ASSIGNABLE OUT

123456

STEREO OUT

R L/MONO

Amp, mixer, etc.

INPUT 1 L

LRLRLR INPUT 3 INPUT 4 INPUT 5

INPUT 1 L

R L

INPUT 2

(It is not necessary, of course, to connect up all of the outputs on the expansion board. Connect only the outputs you need to use.)

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Audio Output Connections

Connecting the Digital Outputs

You can add digital I/O capacity to the A5000/A4000 by installing the optional I/O expansion board (AIEB1 board). The board enables direct digital output of A5000/A4000 playback and digital through-put. For purposes of compatibility, the AIEB1 board includes two different output types: OPTICAL OUT (optical ﬁber) and DIGITAL OUT (coaxial cable). Note that both of these outputs always produce identical signals. The digital outputs function as assignable outputs. You can set them to output selected samples or programs, or you can set them to produce the same output as the STEREO OUT jacks (by setting the Stereo Out to Assignable Out parameter to DIG&OPT (UTILITY-MASTER-Out put) : page 195).

• The OPTICAL connectors are protected by plastic covers. You must remove the cover before connecting the cable. Please remember to replace the cover when you disconnect the cable.

OPTICAL output connection

A5000/A4000 Rear Panel

Coaxial output connection

A5000/A4000 Rear Panel

OUT

INOUTIN

DIGITALOPTICAL

OUT

INOUTIN

DIGITALOPTICAL

OPTICAL INPUT

Digital device

DIGITAL INPUT

Digital device

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Audio Input Connections

This section explains how to connect the A5000/A4000 to a microphone, cassette recorder, or other sound source.

• Be sure that power to the A5000/A4000 and to peripheral devices is OFF before making these connections. Connecting devices while power is ON may result in damage to amps or speakers.

• Digital I/O connections are available only if the optional AIEB1 board is installed.

• To select the input to be used for recording, use the Input parameter on the RecData page (page

155).

Connecting to Analog Input

The following illustrations show how to connect to an analog input source, such as a microphone, analog tape recorder, or analog synthesizer.

For monaural input

Audio Input Connections

Microphone, etc.

For stereo input

OUTPUT

A5000/A4000 Front Panel

INPUT

Connect to INPUT L

A5000/A4000 Front PanelTape, recorder, synth, etc.

INPUT

Connect to INPUT L

A5000/A4000 Front PanelMicrophone, etc.

INPUT

A5000/A4000 Front PanelTape, recorder, synth, etc.

OUTPUT LR

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INPUT

Audio Input Connections

Connecting to Digital Input

Installation of the optional I/O expansion board (AIEB1 board) lets you record digital signals directly from a digital input source — such as a CD player or DAT recorder. For purposes of compatibility, the AIEB1 board includes two different input types: OPTICAL (optical ﬁber) and DIGITAL (coaxial cable).

OPTICAL input connection

OUT

OPTICAL OUTPUT

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INOUTIN

DIGITALOPTICAL

Coaxial input connection

DIGITAL OUTPUT

OUT

INOUTIN

DIGITALOPTICAL

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MIDI Connections

This section explains how to connect the A5000/A4000 to MIDI devices.

• Be sure that power to the A5000/A4000 and to peripheral devices is OFF before making MIDI connections. Connecting devices while power is ON may result in MIDI processing errors or unexpected and continuous sound output.

About MIDI

The following overview introduces some basic MIDI concepts. Readers familiar with MIDI may wish to skip to “MIDI Connection Conﬁgurations,” on the next page.

What is MIDI?

MIDI (for “Musical Instrument Digital Interface”) is a standard, internationally-recognized interface for music-related digital communication among electronic instruments, computers, sequencers, and related devices.

MIDI connectors and cables

MIDI devices provide MIDI connectors marked IN, OUT, and THRU. The IN connector receives data from external devices, the OUT connector outputs locally produced data, and the THRU connector relays data received at the IN connector. MIDI connections are made by running standard MIDI cables between connectors on different devices. Each MIDI cable connects the OUT or THRU connector of one device to the IN connector of another device.

MIDI Connections

Channels

A single MIDI cable carries up to 16 channels of performance data. If you have a MIDI setup consisting of three keyboards outputting performance data to a fourth device, for example, each keyboard would be transmitting data over a different channel. Each channel is identiﬁed by its channel number (1 to 16).

Data types

Each channel can carry a variety of data types. Data types include the following.

Note data: Keys (on keyboard), and key striking force Control change: Controller movement (modulation wheel, foot controller, etc.) Program change: Change in voice or program Aftertouch: Pressure applied to key after initial strike Pitchbend: Movement of the pitchbend wheel Bulk data: Voice and device settings and related data

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MIDI Connections

MIDI Connection Conﬁgurations

You can use MIDI connections to control the A5000/A4000 from an external keyboard, sequencer, or computer, or to transfer A5000/A4000 data to an external MIDI device.

Connecting to keyboard or MIDI controller

Keyboard (or controller)

MIDI

THRU OUT IN

A5000/A4000 Rear Panel

MIDI

THRU OUT IN

Connecting to keyboard/controller and external tone generator

Keyboard (or controller)

MIDI

THRU OUT IN

A5000/A4000 Rear Panel

MIDI

THRU OUT IN

Tone Generator (synthesizer, etc.)

MIDI

THRU OUT IN

Connecting to computer or sequencer

MIDI Interface (or tone generator

Computer

with built-in interface)

MIDI

THRU OUT IN

A5000/A4000 Rear Panel

MIDI

THRU OUT IN

Sequencer

THRU OUT IN

MIDI

A5000/A4000 Rear Panel

MIDI

THRU OUT IN

• A wide variety of MIDI connection conﬁgurations are available. Design your setup to suit your device and performance requirements.

• The A5000 has MIDI THRU-A and MIDI THRU-B connectors. The MIDI THRU-A connector retransmits MIDI data received via the MIDI IN-A connector, and the MIDI THRU-B connector retransmits MIDI data received via the MIDI IN-B connector.

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Powering On and Off

This section explains the correct procedures for powering up and powering down your equipment.

Power ON

• Speakers or ampliﬁers should be switched on last to protect against unexpected sound surges that may damage your equipment.

[Procedure]

1.Switch on power to external MIDI and SCSI devices.

• When powering up MIDI devices, it is generally good practice (although not strictly necessary) to switch on the transmitting-side device ﬁrst.

• If you are switching on a SCSI disk or CD-ROM drive, allow the drive a few seconds to get up to speed before proceeding to Step 2.

2.Switch on the power to the A5000/A4000. (Press the PO WER s witch on the front panel.)

3.Switch on power to speakers and other audio devices.

Powering On and Off

Power OFF

• Like other samplers, the A5000/A4000 stores all new data into main memory only, and will lose all of this data when you switch off the power. You must therefore save all important data to disk before turning the A5000/A4000 off.

• Speakers or ampliﬁers should be switched off ﬁrst to protect against unexpected sound surges that may damage your equipment.

[Procedure]

1.Switch off the ampliﬁers or speakers.

2.Switch off the power to the A5000/A4000. (Press the PO WER s witch on the front panel.)

3.Switch off external MIDI and SCSI devices.

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Sound Check

The next procedure takes you though a simple sound check that you can use to conﬁrm proper connection of external audio and MIDI devices. The procedure assumes that you are using a MIDI k e yboard to control A5000/A4000 playback.

[Procedure]

1.Make sure that the A5000/A4000 STEREO OUT jacks are connected to an ampliﬁer or

mixer and that all components are ready for playback. (page 20)

2.Connect the MIDI OUT connector of your MIDI controller — keyboard, sequencer, etc.

— to the MIDI IN-A connector (MIDI IN on the A4000) of the sampler and ensure that all

components are ready for MIDI control. (page 25)

3.Turn on the A5000/A40000 and all connected equipment. (page 27)

4.Set the A5000/A4000 MASTER VOL control to about the center of its range.

5.Set the ampliﬁer, mixer, or other audio reproduction device’s volume to an appropriate

level.

6.Set the external MIDI controller’s MIDI transmit channel to 1.

7.Make sure the sampler’s [PLAY] mode button is lit (press the [PLAY] button if it isn’t).

8.Press the [F2] function button.

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9.Rotate Knob 1 to select the Sample Select (PLAY-SAMPLE-SmpSel) display.

10.Rotate Knob 2 to highlight “sine wave,” and rotate Knob 4 to set the Receive Channel

Assign parameter to “A01” (“01” on the A4000).

• When the A5000/A4000 is turned on a number of basic-waveform samples are automatically created. In this case we have selected the “sine wave” sample for our sound check.

Sound Check

11.Play the MIDI keyboard or other controller connected to the A5000/A4000.

• If you hear the sine wave sample at this point, all is OK.

• If no sound is produced, try pressing the front-panel [AUDITION] button. If pressing the [AUDITION] button produces sound it is likely that you have not made the right MIDI connectors or properly set your MIDI controller. If pressing the [AUDITION] button produces no sound you should recheck your audio output connections and audio gear. Turn the power off and go back to the previous section to check you connections and settings.

• If the sound check is successful, continue with the following steps.

12.Turn down all audio volume controls.

13.Turn the A5000/A4000 MASTER VOL all the way to the left (minimum volume).

14.Turn off the power to the A5000/A4000 and all connected equipment.

• This completes the sound check procedure.

That completes the initial setup and test procedures. In Chapter 2 we’ll provide an easy introduction to sampling and some of the A5000/A4000’s main feature. Follow the “hands-on” instructions to become familiar with recording and playing samples with your A5000/A4000.

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