Yamaha MU5E User Manual
FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.)
IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT!
This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual,
meets FCC requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your
authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product.
IMPORTANT:
When connecting this product to accessories and/or another product use only high quality
shielded cables. Cable/s supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all installation
instructions. Failure to follow instructions could void your FCC authorization to use this
product in the USA.
NOTE:
This product has been tested and found to comply with the requirements listed in FCC
Regulations, Part 15 for Class “B” digital devices. Compliance with these requirements
provides a reasonable level of assurance that your use of this product in a residential
environment will not result in harmful interference with other electronic devices. This
equipment generates/uses radio frequencies and, if not installed and used according to the
instructions found in the user’s manual, may cause interference harmful to the operation of
other electronic devices. Compliance with FCC regulations does not guarantee that
interference will not occur in all installations. If this product is found to be the source of
interference, which can be determined by turning the unit “OFF” and “ON”, please try to
eliminate the problem by using one of the following measures:
• Relocate either this product or the device that is being affected by the interference.
• Utilize power outlets that are on different branch (circuit breaker or fuse) circuits or
install AC line filter/s.
• In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient the antenna. If the antenna
lead-in is 300 ohm ribbon lead, change the lead-in to co-axial type cable.
If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results, please contact the local
retailer authorized to distribute this type of product. If you can not locate the appropriate,
please contact Yamaha Corporation of America, Electronic Service Division, 6600
Orangethorpe Ave, Buena Park CA, 90620
• This applies only to products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America.
CANADA
THIS DIGITAL APPARATUS DOES NOT EXCEED THE “CLASS B” LIMITS FOR RADIO NOISE
EMISSIONS FROM DIGITAL APPARATUS SET OUT IN THE RADIO INTERFERENCE
REGULATION OF THE CANADIAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS.
LE PRESENT APPAREIL NUMERIQUE N’EMET PAS DE BRUITS RADIOELECTRIQUES
DEPASSANT LES LIMITES APPLICABLES AUX APPAREILS NUMERIQUES DE LA “CLASSE
B” PRESCRITES DANS LE REGLEMENT SUR LE BROUILLAGE RADIOELECTRIQUE EDICTE
PAR LE MINISTERE DES COMMUNICATIONS DU CANADA.
* This applies only to products distributed by Yamaha Canada Music LTD.
* Ceci ne s’applique qu’aux produits distribués par Yamaha Canada Music LTD.
Dit produkt is gefabriceerd in overeenstemming met de
radiostoringsvoorschriften van de Richtlijn van de Raad
(82/499/EEG).
ΑΥΤΗ Η ΣΥΣΚΕΥΗ ΑΝΤΑΠΟΚΡΙΝΕΤΑΙ ΣΤΙΣ
ΑΠΑΙΤΗΣΕΙΣ ΤΩΝ Ο∆ΗΓΙΩΝ ΤΗΣ ΕΥΡΩΠΑΙΚΗΣ
ΟΙΚΟΝΟΜΙΚΗΣ ΚΟΙΝΟΤΗΤΑΣ 82/499/Ε.Ο.Κ.
Este produto está de acordo com o radio de interferencia
frequente requiridos do Conselho Diretivo 82/499/EEC.
Dette apparat overholder det gaeldende EF-direktiv
verdrørende radiostøj.
Cet appareil est conforme aux prescriptions de la
directive communautaire 87/308/CEE.
Diese Geräte entsprechen der EG-Richtlinie 82/499/EWG
und/oder 87/308/EWG.
This product complies with the radio frequency
interference requirements of the Council Directive 82/
499/EEC and/or 87/308/EEC.
Questo apparecchio è conforme al D.M.13 aprile 1989
(Direttiva CEE/87/308) sulla soppressione dei
radiodisturbi.
Este producto está de acuerdo con los requisitos sobre
interferencias de radio frequencia fijados por el Consejo
Directivo 87/308/CEE.
YAMAHA CORPORATION
Entsorgung leerer
Batterien
(nur innerhalb
Deutschlands)
Leisten Sie einen Beitrag zum
Umweltschutz. Verbrauchte
Batterien oder Akkumulatoren
dürfen nicht in den Hausmüll.
Sie können bei einer
Sammelstelle für Altbatterien
bzw. Sondermüll abgegeben
werden. Informieren Sie sich
bei Ihrer Kommune.
The serial number of this
product may be found on the
bottom of the unit. You should
note this serial number in the
space provided below and
retain this manual as a
permanent record of your
purchase to aid identification
in the event of theft.
Model No. MU5
Serial No.
SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION (U.S.A.)
This product utilizes batteries or an external
power supply (adapter). DO NOT connect
this product to any power supply or adapter
other than one described in the manual, on
the name plate, or specifically recommended by Yamaha.
This product should be used only with the
components supplied or; a cart, rack, or
stand that is recommended by Yamaha. If a
cart, etc., is used, please observe all safety
markings and instructions that accompany
the accessory product.
SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE:
The information contained in this manual is
believed to be correct at the time of
printing. However, Yamaha reserves the
right to change or modify any of the
specifications without notice or obligation to
update existing units.
This product, either alone or in combination
with an amplifier and headphones or
speaker/s, may be capable of producing
sound levels that could cause permanent
hearing loss. DO NOT operate for long
periods 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.
IMPORTANT: The louder the sound, the
shorter the time period before damage
occurs.
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.
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 nonrechargeable 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.
This product may also use “household” type
batteries. Some of these may be rechargeable. Make sure that the battery being
charged is a rechargeable type and that the
charger is intended for the battery being
charged.
When installing batteries, do not mix old
batteries with new, or with batteries of a
different type. Batteries MUST be installed
correctly. Mismatches or incorrect installation may result in overheating and battery
case rupture.
Warning:
Do not attempt to disassemble, or incinerate any battery. Keep all batteries away
from children. Dispose of used batteries
promptly and as regulated by the laws in
your area. Note: Check with any retailer of
household type batteries in your area for
battery disposal information.
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. If your dealer is unable to
assist you, please contact Yamaha directly.
NAME PLATE LOCATION:
The name plate is located on the bottom of
the product. 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.
Model MU5
Serial No.
Purchase Date
92-BP
PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL
Welcome to the MU5
Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the Yamaha MU5 Tone
Generator!
The MU5 is an advanced tone generator providing exceptionally
high-quality Voices, full General MIDI compatibility, and
flexible computer interfacing in a highly compact and portable
package.
With the built-in host computer interface and MIDI terminals,
the MU5 is ideal for any computer music system — from connection to a simple laptop to integration in a complete MIDI studio.
It even features a two-octave keyboard (with adjustable tenoctave range), allowing you to play the internal Voices and enter
notes to a connected sequencer. And, since it runs on batteries as
well, it’s ready to make music wherever you take it.
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Trademarks
• Apple and Macintosh are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
• IBM PC and PC/AT are registered trademarks of International Business
Machines Corporation.
• PC-9800 Series is a trademark of NEC Corporation.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders.
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Table of Contents
Welcome to the MU5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
How to Use This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
The Controls of the MU5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
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Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
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Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
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Side Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
The MU5 — What It Is and What It Can Do . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Setting Up Your MU5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
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Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
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Using a Power Adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
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Using Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
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When to Replace the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
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Audio Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
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Using Headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
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Using an External Sound System . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Setting Up the MU5 in Your Music System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
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Connecting With a Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
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Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
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IBM PC and Clones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
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NEC PC-9800 Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
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Connecting to Other MIDI Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
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Data Flow Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
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MIDI/Computer Connecting Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Playing the Demo Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Using the MU5 — The Play Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
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Playing the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
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Changing the Octave Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
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Selecting a Part and Changing the Voice . . . . . . . . . . .26
Using the MU5 with a Computer or Sequencer . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Using the MU5 with a MIDI Data Storage Device . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Muting and Soloing Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
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Table of Contents
Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Utility Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
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Master Tune . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
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Transpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
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Mute Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
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Velocity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
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Local Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
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Dump Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
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Initialize All . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Part Edit Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
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Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
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Pan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
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MIDI Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
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Note Shift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
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Part Tune . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
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Pitch Bend Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Voice List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .add-2
MIDI Data Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .add-8
MIDI Implementation Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .add-24
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How to Use This Manual
You are probably eager to try out your new MU5 Tone Generator right away
and hear what it can do, rather than have to read through a lot of instructions
before you can even get a sound out of it.
However, to get the most out of your MU5, we strongly suggest that you read
the following sections in the order given:
1) Precautions
This gives you important information on how to care for your
new MU5, how to avoid damaging, and how to ensure long-term,
reliable operation.
2) The MU5 — What It Is and What It Can Do
This briefly provides an overview of the functions and features of
the MU5 and offers some important hints on how you can use it
effectively.
3) Setting Up Your MU5; The Controls of the MU5
The first section shows you how to set up your MU5 for basic
operation, and the second introduces you to the panel controls
and connectors.
4) Playing the Demo Song; Using the MU5 — The Play Mode
These two sections get you started using the MU5. The first
guides you through the Demo Song, while the second gives you
the basic operation procedures you’ll be using when you play the
MU5.
5) Setting Up the MU5 in Your Music System; Using the MU5
with a Computer or Sequencer
These sections provide all you need to know to effectively
integrate the MU5 into your present computer music system.
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6) Muting and Soloing Parts; Editing
Mute and Solo are useful in song playback, while editing operations prepare you for digging in deeper to the advanced functions
of the MU5.
7) Reference
Once you’re familiar with everything above, lightly go over this
comprehensive guide to all editing functions. You won’t need (or
want) to read everything at once, but it is there for you to refer to
when you need information about a certain feature or function.
8) Appendix
Finally, use the sections in the Appendix as necessary. For
example, the Index will come in handy when you need to quickly
find information on a specific topic. Other sections, such as the
Voice List, Troubleshooting and Error Messages provide
additional useful information.
How to Use This Manual
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Precautions
Your MU5 will give you years of reliable service if you follow the simple
precautions below:
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LOCATION
Keep the instrument away from locations where it is likely to be
exposed to high temperatures (such as direct sunlight) or humidity. Also avoid locations which are subject to excessive dust
accumulation or vibration which could cause mechanical damage.
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USE THE CORRECT POWER ADAPTOR
Use only the recommended PA-3, PA-4 or PA-40 Power Adaptor
for supplying power to the instrument. Use of another adaptor
may cause serious damage to the instrument or the adaptor itself.
(Never use the PA-3B.)
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MAKE SURE POWER IS OFF WHEN MAKING OR
REMOVING CONNECTIONS
To prevent damage to the instrument and other connected equipment, always turn off the power prior to connecting or disconnecting cables. Also, turn the power off when the instrument is
not in use, and disconnect the power adaptor during electric
storms.
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HANDLE THE INSTRUMENT WITH CARE
Although the instrument has been constructed to withstand the
rigors of normal use for optimum sturdiness and reliability, avoid
subjecting it to strong physical shocks (such as dropping or
hitting it). Since the MU5 is a precision-made electronic device,
also avoid applying excessive force to the various controls.
When moving the instrument, first unplug the power adaptor and
all other cables to prevent damage to cords and jacks. Always
unplug cables by gripping the plug firmly, not by pulling on the
cable.
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Precautions
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CLEAN WITH A SOFT, DRY CLOTH
Never use solvents such as benzine or thinner to clean the instrument, since these will damage the cabinet finish or dull the keys.
Wipe clean with a soft, dry cloth. If necessary, use a soft, clean,
slightly moistened cloth — making sure to wipe the case off
again with a dry cloth.
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ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE
Avoid using the unit near televisions, radios or other equipment
generating electromagnetic fields. Proximity to such equipment
may cause the unit to malfunction, and may generate interference
noise in the other appliance as well.
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DO NOT OPEN THE CASE OR TRY REPAIRING
THE INSTRUMENT YOURSELF
The instrument contains no user-serviceable parts. Never open
the case or tamper with the internal circuitry in any way, since
doing so may result in damage to the instrument. Refer all
servicing to qualified Yamaha service personnel.
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MIDI CABLES
When connecting the instrument to other MIDI equipment, be
sure to use only high-quality cables made especially for MIDI
data transmission. Also, avoid using cables longer than 15
meters, since long cables can result in data errors.
Yamaha is not responsible for damage caused by improper handling or
operation.
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Front Panel
The Controls of the MU5
y
VOICE LIST
001–008
009–016
017–024
025
–0
033–040
041–048
049
–0
057–064
INIT
ALL
u
w
PIANO
TUNED PERC.
ORGAN
GUITAR
32
BASS
STRINGS
ENSEMBLE
56
BRASS
PART
VOL PAN
e
TONE GENERATOR
065–072
073–080
081–088
089
–
096
097–104
105 –112
113
–
120
121 –128
–
1 VALUE +1 MUTE EXIT
MIDI
NOTE
CH
SHFT
PART EDIT
r
REED
PIPE
SYNTH LEAD
SYNTH PAD
SYNTH EFFECTS
ETHNIC
PERCUSSIVE
SOUND EFFECTS
PART
BEND
TUNE
RNGE
DRUM VOICE LIST
129
130
131
132
133
134
135
136
t
STANDARD
ROOM
ROCK
ELECTRONIC
ANALOG
JAZZ
BRUSH
CLASSIC
i
q
PART PGM VOICE NAME
123456789101112 16151413
SELECT
OCT
DOWN
MSTR
TUNE
#
OCT
123 45 678 90
UP
TRNS
MUTE
POSE
LOCK
VELO
CITY
UTILITY
C C
LOCL
DUMP
CTRL
OUT
q Display
In the Play mode, this shows the Part number and the currently
selected program number and Voice name for the Part. It also
shows the octave setting (when set to a value other than normal)
and acts as a “level meter,” showing the velocity values for each
Part as they are played.
GENERAL
ENTER
o
In the Edit modes, this shows the relevant values and, where
applicable, a graphic display of the set values.
w ,. buttons
For selecting the desired Part. (In some of the Edit functions,
these may not be available.) Hold down either button to rapidly
advance through the values.
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