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YAMAHA WX7 User Manual

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YAMAHA
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PRODUCT MANUAL
WIND MIDI CONTROLLER
YAMAHA
WIND MIDI CONTROLLER
OWNER’S MANUAL
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
We recommend that you read this manual carefully in order to get the most out of your WX7.
l Read the PRECAUTIONS (p.3) first, to familiarize
yourself with ways in which the WX7 can be damaged or misused. A thorough knowledge of this section will enable you to get the optimum performance out of your WX7 for many years to come.
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The
GUIDE TO THE CONTROLS
clear, easy-to-follow introduction the the controls built in to the WX7. Although sophisticated, the WX7’s con­trols are laid out in a neat, orderly manner allowing you to make full use of its features with a minimum of effort.
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The
ACCESSORIES AND MAINTENANCE
tion describes the complete range of accessories supplied with the WX7, and gives tips on how to keep the WX7 in perfect working order, for years of trouble-free playing.
l The QUICK GUIDE (p.7) gives you an opportunity to
start playing the WX7, without having to read the rest of the manual. It gives a very brief and concise guide to connecting and playing the WX7. You should then go on to succeeding sections of the manual, for full expla­nations on the use of the WX7.
(p.3) section gives a
(p.5) sec-
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A special section on
MIDI AND APPLICATIONS
(p. 15) is provided as a simplified crash course in MIDI tech­nology. This will give you a brief introduction to MIDI plus some system examples, to suggest just a few of the virtually unlimited number of ways to use the WX7 with a MIDI digital music system. For further reference on MIDI, consult the manual of your MIDI synthesizer or tone generator, as well as the variety of publications and magazines now available on the subject of this fast-growing technology.
l A GLOSSARY (p.17) has been included, which clearly
explains the terminology used in this manual, partcularly for the benefit of the WX7 owner with a limited knowledge of digital music and MIDI.
l Following the technical SPECIFICATIONS (p.19), the
MIDI IMPLEMENTATION
(p.23) section gives full de­tails of the MIDI technology used in the WX7, for users seriously interested in MIDI and computer applications of this advanced unit.
l The all-important FINGERING CHARTS (the last page
of this manual) indicates in musical score form the available fingerings on the WX7. All the standard fingering
positions are provided, plus additional fingering positions for fast, easy octave transposing.
l SETTING UP (p.8), as the title indicates, describes the
simple connection procedure of the WX7 plus its MIDI/Power pack. Once you understand this procedure, you’ll be able to set up your WX7 and be ready to play in minutes.
l PLAYING THE WX7 (p.9) gets you right into playing,
and in a remarkably concise and easy-to-understand sec­tion, tells you all you need to know about its performance features.
l THE DIP SWITCHES (p.11) details the setting of the
concealed switches on the WX7, which are used to select a variety of impressive functions.
l ADJUSTING THE PLAYING RESPONSE (p.13) tells
you how to alter the WX7’s response to both lip pressure and breath pressure, so you can “customize” the WX7 to suit your individual playing style.
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PRECAUTIONS
l Avoid placing your WX7 in direct sunlight or close to a
source of heat. Also, avoid locations where the instrument is likely to be subjected to vibration, excessive dust, cold or moisture. All of these conditions could have a detri­mental effect on both the mechanisms and the circuitry incorporated into the WX7.
l Avoid applying excessive force to the switches and keys.
Use the mouthpiece and keys with as much care as you would with any other top quality wind instrument. Also avoid dropping the instrument or otherwise subjecting it to impact. While the internal circuitry is of reliable in­tegrated circuit design, the WX7 should be treated with care.
l When not in use, even for short periods of time, always
keep the WX7 in the supplied carrying case.
l When unplugging cords (MIDI, audio, power, etc.) from
the WX7, never unplug by pulling on the cords; this can result in damage to the WX7 or the cords.
All computer circuitry, including that of the WX7, is
sensitive to power surges or voltage spikes, such as those caused by lightning. For this reason, the MIDI/Power
Pack of the WX7 should be turned off and unplugged from the wall socket (if using it with AC power rather than the
internal batteries) in the event of an electrical storm.
GUIDE TO THE CONTROLS
Front View/Rear View
Computer circuitry is also sensitive to electromagnetic
radiation, such as is generated by television sets.
Use your WX7 at a suitable distance from such equipment to avoid malfunctions in the WX7 or any other connected equip­ment.
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When making connections, carefully follow the in-
structions detailed in the SETTING UP section (both in the WX7 manual and that of the MIDI device which it is controlling) so as to avoid damage to any of your equipment.
l When cleaning the WX7, use a slightly damp cloth, with
a mild detergent if necessary, and dry with the soft cloth provided. Never use solvents (such as benzine or thinner) since they can melt or discolor the finish. Also, never use aerosol sprays near the WX7 as they can get into the circuitry and prevent accurate transmission of data
l Your WX7 and the MIDI/Power Pack contain no user
serviceable parts. Opening them or tampering with them
can lead to electrical shock as well as damage.
Refer all
servicing to qualified Yamaha personnel.
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Mouthpiece (detachable).
Bkey
key
A
A
key
Gkey
key
G
Playing strap ring
Attach the playing strap to this ring to hang the WX7
from your body while playing.
Pitch Bend Wheel.
Operated by the right thumb, this allows you to bend the pitch of notes, by an amount corresponding to the
pitch bend range setting on the connected MIDI sound
source.
Low B key
Whole tone up key Semitone up key
Fkey Ekey
key
F
Dkey
key
D
Ckey
Lip/Wind controls (four rotary pots, under cover). Refer to the ADJUSTING THE PLAYING RE-
SPONSE section for details.
DIP switches (eight, under cover).
Refer to THE DIP SWITCHES section for details.
Lip and Wind Sensors/Dip Switches Cover
A soft rubber cover protects the adjustment controls and switches from damage or accidental changes. To get at the controls, pull the top part of the cover away from
the instrument, but do not take it completely off. A small knob at the bottom allows you to pivot the cover and use the controls, yet still keeps it safely attached to the WX7.
Hold Key.
Allows one note to be held while other notes are played. Refer to the PLAYING THE WX7 section for details.
Program Change key.
Permits selection of programs (on the connected MIDI sound source) from the WX7. To change programs, hold down the Program Change key and press an Octave Transpose key. The top Octave Transpose key (a) cor­responds to program number 1 on your tone generator, the next Octave Transpose key (b) corresponds to pro-
gram 2, and so on down to the bottom Octave Transpose
key (0, which corresponds to program 5.
MIDI/DC connector.
For connection of the WX7 to its MIDI/Power Pack. This connector has two functions: to supply DC power to the WX7, and to transmit MIDI data from the WX7.
Drain Hole.
For drainage of condensation from the WX7.
WX7/Power Pack ring
Connect this ring to the hook on the MIDI/Power Pack
to keep it and the WX7 together when not playmg.
Octave Transpose keys.
Normally played with the left thumb, these keys allow
transpositon of the played note, in the following order
(reading from top to bottom): three octaves up (a); two
octaves up (b); one octave up (c); a zero notch (d) in which to rest the thumb for playing in concert pitch; one octave down (e); two octaves down (f).
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KEY ADJUSTMENT SHIMS
Two sets of 14 key adjustment shims allow you to make minute adjustments of each key’s playing height. 0.2 mm and 0.5
mm thick shims are provided, enabling you to set each key
to one of three playing heights, to exactly suit your playing style. The shims are self-adhesive. Simply remove the plastic covering from the shim, and stick it firmly on the body of the WX7 just under the pad opposite the key you want to adjust, as shown in the above diagram.
Make sure to push the plug as far in as it will comfortably go without forcing. Keep the drain plugs in their compartment in the carrying case when not in use.
INFORMATION BOOKLET AND CASSETTE TAPE
An informative booklet, Expressive FM Applications, and
an accompanying cassette tape have been included. The booklet provides important playing and editing tips for most effectively using your tone generator with the WX7, and the cassette tape includes recorded performances of the WX7 as well as specially programmed TX8lZ and DX7II voice data.
SCREWDRIVER
DRAIN PLUGS
Two types of Drain Plugs are included: one that fully blocks the Drain Hole (with a circular cross-section), and one that partially blocks it (with a cross-shaped cross-section). In normal use (without plugs) the WX7 behaves like a regular saxophone: the air passes down the body of the instrument and out of the lower drain hole. Partially closing the upper drain hole creates a tighter blowing feel. Completely closing the drain hole creates an even tighter feel, suitable for sax­ophone players who tend to blow hard. Experiment with these options and select the one that suits you.
The plugs are inserted into the drain hole while the mouth­piece is detached. The mouthpiece is detached by gently and firmly sliding it out from the top of the WX7.
TAKE CARE NOT TO TOUCH THE THIN LIP SENSOR EXTENDING FROM THE INSTRUMENT. This device
(which measures subtle variations in lip pressure) is delicate and can easily be bent or damaged.
MIDI/DC
Extension Cord
The screwdriver is located on a plastic holder attached to the MIDI/DC extension cord.
The screwdriver is used to adjust the four rotary pots (which control the lip pressure and breath pressure: refer to the ADJUSTING THE PLAYING RESPONSE section) and to change the positions of the DIP switches (see THE DIP SWITCHES section). Always keep the screwdriver in the plastic holder on the MIDI/DC extension cord.
PLAYING STRAP
A playing strap is included to hold the WX7 while playing. Connect the strap to the ring on the back of the instrument as shown in the rear view illustration in the GUIDE TO THE CONTROLS section.
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