Yamaha Audio A3000 User Manual
Owner's Manual
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PRECAUTIONS
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WARNING
Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even death from electrical shock,
short-circuiting, damages, fire or other hazards. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:
• This instrument contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the internal components in any way.
• 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 service personnel.
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 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.
• 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.
• 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 properly grounded power
source. (For more information about the main power supply, see “Connecting the Power.)
• 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.
• Before moving the instrument, remove all connected cables.
• 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 or plastic objects on the instrument, since this might discolor the panel.
• 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. To ensure adequate ventilation and cooling,
leave at least 10cm of open space behind the A3000 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 storage 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 A3000 and
connected peripherals, and unplug them from the power outlet. Then
remove all cables connecting the A3000 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, 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, or other optional component fails to work properly, consult the item's dealer for advice.
CAUTION
• Before handling an option board, hard disk, or SIMM, you should briefly touch
the A3000 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 A3000, hard disk, SIMMs, option boards, and other components. Touching 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 A3000 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.)
Features
Features
Versatile Professional Sampler
The A3000 professional sampler is an ideal break-beat
machine and phrase sampler for a wide variety of recording and performance applications.
Excellent Effects System
The A3000’s triple-block effect system lets you set up
as many as three independent effects. Select from a wide
range of built-in effects — including original effects
custom-designed to heighten the performance qualities of phrase and break-beat play. You can also apply
effects to incoming signals as you record them, and to
analog input that you feed through the A3000 for
realtime output.
List of Accessories
Easy to Use
The A3000 presents its editing and control capabilities
in an easy-to-use three-level arrangement. All operations are handled using front-panel mode buttons, function keys, and knobs. You can access and edit any setting by selecting the mode, then selecting the function, and then turning the knobs directly under the
screen. It is also possible to use knobs and function
keys to control realtime playback.
Performance-Enhancing Options
Installation of the optional I/O expansion board (AIEB1
board) adds digital I/O capability plus six additional assignable-output pairs to your A3000. The A3000 also
accepts up to 128MB of expansion memory.
Your A3000 package includes the following accessories. Make sure that all of these accessories are included.
• CD-ROM
• Power cord
• MIDI cable
• Five floppy disks
• Owner’s Manual
• Power supply cable for hard disk (red/white 4-wire cable)
• SCSI cable for hard disk
* If any of the above items is missing, please contact your Yamaha dealer for assistance.
Unauthorized copying of copyrighted software for purposes other than purchaser’s personal use is prohibited.
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PROFESSIONAL SAMPLER
Features
Owner’s Manual
Thank you for your purchase of the Yamaha A3000 Professional Sampler. The A3000
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 A3000’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.
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Contents
Contents
Using the Manual .............................................................................. 6
Panel and Connector Arrangement .................................................. 8
A3000 Options ................................................................................. 14
Handling the Floppy Disk Drive(FDD) and Floppy Disk ............... 16
Chapter 1 Setting Up
Setting Up ........................................................................................ 20
Connecting the Power .................................................................... 21
Connecting the A3000 Outputs ...................................................... 22
Connecting the Audio Inputs ......................................................... 25
MIDI Connections ........................................................................... 27
Power ON/OFF ................................................................................ 30
Sound Check ................................................................................... 32
Chapter 2 Trying It Out
Introduction .................................................................................... 36
Starting Out .................................................................................... 38
Next Step ......................................................................................... 45
Sample Editing ................................................................................ 52
Program Editing ............................................................................. 57
Sequence Play ................................................................................. 62
Saving and Reloading Your Data .................................................... 64
Accompanying Disks ....................................................................... 68
Chapter 3 Basics
Samples and Programs ................................................................... 70
Sample Output Destinations and Effects ....................................... 78
Data Configuration and Handling .................................................. 80
Modes and Functions ...................................................................... 84
Basic Operation ............................................................................... 86
Other Keys and Operations ............................................................. 91
Chapter 4 PLAY Mode
Play Mode ........................................................................................ 94
Program & Sample Selection Screen ............................................. 95
PROGRAM/SAMPLE Selection Screen ................................................... 95
COMMAND Pages ............................................................................ 98
SAVE ........................................................................................................ 98
INIT (Program Initialization) ............................................................... 101
COPY ..................................................................................................... 102
PGMDUMP (Program Dump) .............................................................. 103
SETINIT (Set Program’s Initial Conditions)........................................ 104
NEWBANK (Create a Sample Bank) ..................................................... 105
DELETE ................................................................................................ 106
DUPL (Duplicate) .................................................................................. 107
SMPDUMP (Sample Dump) .................................................................. 108
PROGRAM Function ..................................................................... 110
PROGRAM - PgmSel (Select Program) ................................................ 110
SAMPLE Function ........................................................................ 112
SAMPLE - SmpSel (Select Sample)...................................................... 112
SAMPLE - SmpBnk (Select Sample from Sample Bank) .................... 114
SAMPLE - ToBank (Assign Sample to Bank) ....................................... 115
SAMPLE - SmpSort (Sort Samples) ..................................................... 117
EASY EDIT Function .................................................................... 118
EASY EDIT - EasyEd ............................................................................. 119
EFFECT Function ......................................................................... 121
EFFECT - EfType (Select the Effect Types) .......................................... 121
EFFECT - Efct1,...,Efct3 (Edit the Effects) .......................................... 124
EFFECT - In&Out (Input/output levels and pan) ................................ 126
EFFECT - EdType (Effect Edit Type) .................................................... 127
SETUP Function ........................................................................... 128
SETUP - PgmMstr (Program’s Master Settings) .................................. 128
SETUP - Portmnt (Portamento) ........................................................... 130
SETUP - ADSetup (A/D-In Setup) ........................................................ 132
SETUP - ADOut (Output Setup for A/D-Input Signal) ........................ 134
CONTROL Function ...................................................................... 136
CONTROL - PgmCtl1 (Program Controller Setup 1) .......................... 136
CONTROL - PgmCtl2 (Program Controller Setup 2) .......................... 139
CONTROL - Reset (Controller Reset) ................................................... 141
Chapter 5 EDIT Mode
EDIT Mode .................................................................................... 144
COMMAND Pages .......................................................................... 147
SAVE ...................................................................................................... 147
REVERT ................................................................................................. 149
NORM (Normalize) ............................................................................... 150
RESMPL - TmStrch (Resampling - Time Stretch) .............................. 151
RESMPL - PtchCnv (Resampling - Pitch Conversion) ........................ 153
FADE ..................................................................................................... 155
REVERS (Reverse) ................................................................................ 157
LOOPXFD (Loop Crossfade) ................................................................. 158
SETINIT (Register Initial Parameter Values)....................................... 160
TRIM/LOOP Function ................................................................... 161
TRIM/LOOP - Config (Configure) ......................................................... 161
TRIM/LOOP - Wave (Edit Waveform) ................................................... 164
TRIM/LOOP - Loop (Edit Loop Addresses) ........................................... 166
TRIM/LOOP - WvMode (Set Wave Mode) ............................................. 168
MAP/OUT Function ....................................................................... 170
MAP/OUT - KeyRnge (Key Range) ........................................................ 170
MAP/OUT - VelRnge (Velocity Range) .................................................. 172
MAP/OUT - Lvl&Mode ........................................................................... 174
MAP/OUT - Output ................................................................................ 176
MAP/OUT - Pitch ................................................................................... 178
MAP/OUT - Expand ............................................................................... 179
MAP/OUT - LvlScale (Level Scaling) .................................................... 180
FILTER Function .......................................................................... 182
FILTER - Filter ...................................................................................... 182
FILTER - FltSens (Filter Sensitivity) ................................................... 184
FILTER - FltScale (Filter Scaling) ........................................................ 185
FILTER - EQ (Equalization) ................................................................. 187
EG Function .................................................................................. 188
EG - AEG (Amplitude Envelope Generator) ......................................... 188
EG - AEGMode (AEG Mode Settings) ................................................... 190
EG - FEGRate (Filter-EG Rates) ........................................................... 192
EG - FEGLevel (Filter-EG Levels) ........................................................ 194
EG - FEGMode (FEG Mode Settings) ................................................... 196
EG - PEGRate (Pitch-EG Rates) ........................................................... 198
EG - PEGLevel (Pitch-EG Levels) ........................................................ 200
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Contents
EG - PEGMode (PEG Mode Settings) ................................................... 201
LFO Function ................................................................................ 203
LFO - Common ..................................................................................... 203
LFO - FltrMod (Filter Modulation) ...................................................... 205
LFO - PtchMod (Pitch Modulation)...................................................... 206
LFO - AmpMod (Amplitude Modulation) ............................................. 207
MIDI/CTRL Function .................................................................... 208
MIDI/CTRL - RCh&Alt (Receive Channel and Alternate ..................... 208
MIDI/CTRL - SmpCtl1 (Sample Controller Setup 1) ........................... 210
MIDI/CTRL - SmpCtl2 (Sample Controller Setup 2) ........................... 213
MIDI/CTRL - Vel&PB (Velocity and Pitchbend) ................................... 215
Chapter 6 RECORDING Mode
RECORDING Mode ....................................................................... 220
COMMAND Page ........................................................................... 221
SAVE ...................................................................................................... 221
RECORD Function ........................................................................ 223
RECORD - Record ................................................................................. 223
SETUP Function ........................................................................... 227
SETUP - RecData .................................................................................. 227
SETUP - Target ...................................................................................... 230
SETUP - KeyRnge ................................................................................. 232
SETUP - Trigger .................................................................................... 234
SETUP - Process.................................................................................... 235
METER Function .......................................................................... 236
METER - Meter ..................................................................................... 236
METER - TrgLvl .................................................................................... 237
EFFECT Function ......................................................................... 238
EFFECT - EfType (Select the Effect Types) ........................................ 238
EFFECT - RecEf1,...,RecEf3 (Edit the Effects) .................................... 239
EFFECT - In&Out (Input/output levels and pan) ................................ 240
EFFECT - EdType (Effect Edit Type) .................................................... 240
EXT CTRL Function ..................................................................... 241
EXT CTRL - CD-ROM ........................................................................... 241
EXT CTRL - CD-DA ............................................................................... 242
MONITOR Function ...................................................................... 243
MONITOR - Monitor ............................................................................. 243
MONITOR - Click .................................................................................. 245
Chapter 7 DISK Mode
DISK Mode .................................................................................... 248
COMMAND Pages .......................................................................... 249
LOAD ..................................................................................................... 249
DELETE ................................................................................................ 250
COPY ..................................................................................................... 251
FORMAT ................................................................................................ 252
PHYS_FMT (Physical Format) ............................................................. 254
PART_FMT (Format a Partition) .......................................................... 256
FD_FMT (Format a Floppy Disk) ......................................................... 258
PROGRAM Function ..................................................................... 259
PROGRAM - PgmLoad (Load Program(s)) ........................................... 259
SAMPLE Function ........................................................................ 261
SAMPLE - SmpLoad (Load Sample(s)) ................................................ 261
SEQUENCE Function ................................................................... 264
SEQUENCE - SeqLoad (Load Sequence(s)) ......................................... 264
VOLUME Function ........................................................................ 266
VOLUME - Volume ................................................................................ 266
DISK Function .............................................................................. 268
DISK - Disk ........................................................................................... 268
DISK - Config (Configure) .................................................................... 270
DISK - SelfID ........................................................................................ 271
IMPORT Function ......................................................................... 272
IMPORT - ImpSmp (Import a sample) ................................................. 272
IMPORT - ImpVce (Import a voice) ...................................................... 274
IMPORT - ImpOthr (Import Other Data Type) .................................... 276
Chapter 8 UTILITY Mode
UTILITY Mode ............................................................................... 280
COMMAND Pages .......................................................................... 281
SAVE ...................................................................................................... 281
DELETE ................................................................................................ 283
SAVESYS (Save System Settings)......................................................... 284
LOADSYS (Load System Settings) ....................................................... 285
ALLDUMP (Data Dump) ....................................................................... 286
TOTAL EQ Function ..................................................................... 287
Total EQ - Gain...................................................................................... 288
Total EQ - Freq ...................................................................................... 289
Total EQ - Width ................................................................................... 290
PANEL PLAY Function .................................................................. 291
PANEL PLAY - KnobCtl (Knob Control) .............................................. 291
PANEL PLAY - KnobSet ........................................................................ 292
PANEL PLAY - FKeySet (Set Function Keys) ....................................... 294
SEQUENCE Function ................................................................... 296
SEQUENCE - SeqSel (Select Sequence) .............................................. 296
SEQUENCE - Play&Rec (Playback and Recording) ............................. 297
MASTER Function ........................................................................ 298
MASTER - Tuning ................................................................................. 298
MASTER - StOut (Stereo Output Assignment) .................................... 299
SYSTEM Function ........................................................................ 300
SYSTEM - Keys ..................................................................................... 300
SYSTEM - Display ................................................................................. 302
SYSTEM - Page ..................................................................................... 303
SYSTEM - FreeMem .............................................................................. 304
MIDI Function .............................................................................. 305
MIDI - Receive ....................................................................................... 305
MIDI - Adjust ......................................................................................... 307
MIDI - RcvFlt (Receiving Filter) ........................................................... 309
MIDI - Bulk (Bulk Dump) ..................................................................... 310
Appendix
Installing SIMMs ........................................................................... 312
Installing the AIEB1 I/O Expansion Board .................................. 316
Setting the SCSI Board Terminator Switch ................................. 320
Installing an Internal Hard Disk .................................................. 323
Connecting external SCSI devices ................................................ 328
Specifications ................................................................................ 332
Effect type list ............................................................................... 335
Effect parameter list ..................................................................... 337
Control change number list ......................................................... 347
Troubleshooting ............................................................................ 348
Error messages .............................................................................. 351
MIDI data format ........................................................................... 352
Index
Index .............................................................................................. 364
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Using the Manual
Manual Organization
Using the Manual
This manual comprises eight chapters and an Appendix. Chapters 1 and 3 contain essential information and should be read carefully. You may also wish to run through the
brief tutorial given in Chapter 2 before beginning serious work with the A3000.
Chapters 4 through 8 provide detailed information about each of the five operating
modes. Refer to this information as needed while working with the A3000.
■ Chapter 1 Setting Up
This chapter explains the A3000’s controls and connectors, and shows how to connect
up speakers and MIDI devices. Please read through this chapter before you start to work
with the A3000.
■ Chapter 2 Trying It Out
This chapter guides you through a trial run with the A3000. Going through these procedures will help you get a good feel for basic A3000 operations.
■ Chapter 3 Basics
The chapter introduces basic concepts, terminology, and operating procedures. Read
this chapter to learn about samples, sample banks, programs, and sequences; modes
and functions; screen displays; and other important features.
■ Chapter 4 PLAY Mode
This chapter explains all PLAY-mode functions. You use PLAY mode to edit and play
programs.
■ Chapter 5 EDIT Mode
This chapter explains all EDIT-mode functions. You use EDIT mode to edit your samples
and sample banks.
■ Chapter 6 RECORDING Mode
This chapter explains all RECORDING-mode functions. You use RECORDING mode to
record samples and sequences.
■ Chapter 7 DISK Mode
This chapter explains all DISK-mode functions. You use DISK mode to manage your
floppy and hard disks.
■ Chapter 8 UTILITY Mode
This chapter explains all UTILITY-mode functions. You use UTILITY mode to set the
system’s environment.
■ Appendix
Provides option installation instructions, troubleshooting advice, error-message descriptions, A3000 specifications, and MIDI information.
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Finding the Information You Need
You can use any of the following methods to locate information within this manual.
Using the Manual
Icons
Use the
Contents
Check the Contents on pages 4 to 6.
.
Use the Index.
Refer to the Index on pages 363 to 367.
Refer to
Panel and Connector Arrangement
Go to the “Panel and Connector Arrangement” section (pages 8 to 14) and locate the
knob, key, or other component that you require information about. Then refer to the
indicated page.
Leaf through the manual.
Page through sections related to the feature you need information about. Note that
each page has a header indicating the page’s contents, and a footer indicating the chapter name.
This manual uses the following icons to call attention to specific types of information.
Important: An important note or precaution intended to help you avoid
loss of data or other major inconvenience. Always read these notices carefully.
.
FYI (For Your Information): Reference information indirectly related to
the content of the main text. May contain practical advice or general supplementary information.
Procedure: Step-by-step instructions for carrying out a particular opera-
tion. A ▼ mark within a procedure indicates the result produced by carry-
ing out the immediately preceding instruction.
☞ xx Page reference. Directs you to another page for related information.
Screen illustrations and other drawings within this manual are for explanatory purposes only, and may in some cases differ from actual displays and configurations.
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Panel and Connector Arrangement
Panel and Connector Arrangement
Front Panel (Left Side)
MASTER VOL REC VOL
(5)(2)
(1)
PHONES L INPUT R
1 2 3 4 5
(3)
(1) MASTER VOL (Master Volume)
(4)
Adjusts the output level at the STEREO OUT connectors only. 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).
(7)(6)
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(2) 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 A3000 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).
(3) 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.
(4) 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.
(5) Display
The display indicates the status and settings for the currently selected function, and
presents messages and confirmation prompts. When you are working at a parametersetting page, the top line of the display indicates the parameter names, while the bottom line shows the current values. The names and values appear directly over the knobs
that you use to make the settings.
Panel and Connector Arrangement
(6) Knob “push” lamps
The lamp above the knob lights up to indicate that the knob can be pushed to execute
some action. If the lamp is off, pushing the knob has no effect.
(7) 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 5.
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Panel and Connector Arrangement
Front Panel (Right Side)
(1)
PLAPLAYY
EDITEDIT
REC
REC
DISKDISK
UTILITYUTILITY
(2)
PROGRAMPROGRAM
TRIM/LOOP
TRIM/LOOP
RECORD
RECORD
PROGRAMPROGRAM
TOTOTALAL EQ EQ
T
COMMAND ASSIGNABLE AUDITION
SAMPLESAMPLE
MAP/OUT
MAP/OUT
SETUP
SETUP
SAMPLESAMPLE
PANELANEL PLA PLAYY
P
SEQUENCESEQUENCE
SEQUENCE
SEQUENCE
EASYEASY EDIT EDIT
FIL
FILTERTER
METER
METER
EFFECTEFFECT
EG
EG
EFFECT
EFFECT
VOLUMEVOLUME
MASTER
MASTER
SETUPSETUP
LFO
LFO
EXIT
EXIT CTRL CTRL
DISKDISK
SYSTEM
SYSTEM
(6)(5)(4)(3)
CONTROLCONTROL
MIDI/CTRL
MIDI/CTRL
MONIT
MONITOROR
IMPORIMPORTT
MIDI
MIDI
POWERPOWER
(7)
ON/ON/ OFFOFF
(1) Mode buttons
The A3000 provides five 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.
(The A3000 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 A3000 is receiving MIDI data of that type. (☞92))
(2) Function keys
Use these keys to switch among the six functions within the currently selected mode.
(3) COMMAND key
You press the COMMAND key to access additional commands relevant to the mode and
function that you are currently working in. (☞91)
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(4) ASSIGNABLE key
You can assign this key any of four different functions. You can set it to operate as a
damp key (so that it switches all sound off), as a controller reset button, or as a toggle
for the knob-controller feature (knobs act as controllers) or the function-key playback
feature (function keys act as MIDI keys). (☞91)
(5) AUDITION key
Press the key to play out the currently selected sample. You use this feature to check the
sound of the sample while editing.
(6) 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.
(7) POWER switch
Press once to switch the power on. Press again to turn the power off.
Panel and Connector Arrangement
Important
The A3000 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 A3000 off.
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Panel and Connector Arrangement
Rear Panel
(5)
(1) (2)
(1) AC inlet
Connects to the AC power cord supplied with the A3000. (Please do not use any other
power cord with this unit.)
(2) MIDI connectors
These connectors link the A3000 to external MIDI devices. The MIDI IN connector receives MIDI signals, while the MIDI OUT connector transmits MIDI data generated by
the A3000. The MIDI THRU connector relays the MIDI signals received at the MIDI IN
connector.
(3) 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 (☞ 134, 176). You
may also set them so that they output the same signal as the STEREO OUT jacks (☞299).
(4) STEREO OUT jacks
These are the main analog output jacks.
(3) (4)
(5) SCSI connector
This is a half-pitch 50-pin connector. You use it to connect up a SCSI hard drive, CDROM drive, or other SCSI device.
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Panel and Connector Arrangement
Rear Panel (with optional AIEB1 board installed)
(1) (2) (3)
(1) 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.
(2) 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.
(3) 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 A3000. 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 in-
put connectors (☞134, 176). You may also set them so that they output the same signal
as the STEREO OUT jacks (☞299).
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A3000 Options
Expansion Memory (SIMMs)
A3000 Options
You can enhance the capability of your A3000 by installing options. The A3000 supports
two options: (1) additional memory, and (2) the AIEB1 board (I/O expansion board).
The A3000 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 A3000 comes standard with 2 megabytes
(2MB) of memory — but this is only sufficient to store about 23 seconds of high-quality
monaural sound (at 44.1kHz sampling frequency), or approximately 11.5 seconds of
stereo sound.
You can increase this capacity by installing additional memory. The A3000 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 A3000. 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 Appen-
dix. (☞312)
Important
• 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 A3000 is designed for use with 32-bit
SIMMs, but can also accept installation of 36-bit (parity-type) SIMMs.
• 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 A3000 ships with 2MB of sampling memory installed, and is capable of accessing
up to 128MB. If you add one pair of 32MB SIMMs, for example, you increase the
available sampling memory to a total of (2 + 32×2 =) 66MB. If you install four 32MB
SIMMs, however, the sampling memory size becomes 128MB (and the original 2MB
are effectively disabled).
• For more information about SIMM purchase, refer to your A3000 dealer.
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The I/O Expansion Board (AIEB1 Board)
In its standard configuration, the A3000 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. (☞312)
A3000 Options
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Handling the Floppy Disk Drive(FDD) and Floppy Disk
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 A3000 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 forward, towards the disk slot. Carefully insert the disk into the slot, slowly pushing it all the way 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 but floppy disks into the disk drive. Other objects may cause
damage to the disk drive 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 any way.
Always 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 televisions, speak-
ers, 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 1
Setting Up
Setting Up
This chapter explains how to set up your equipment and run a simple sound check.
Setting Up
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 A3000’s power cord. (☞21)
Connecting the A3000 Outputs
Shows how to connect the A3000’s stereo and assignable outputs to external audio de-
vices. (☞22)
Connecting the Audio Inputs
Shows how to connect microphones and other input devices to the A3000. (☞25)
MIDI Connections
Introduces basic MIDI concepts, and shows how to connect up MIDI devices. (☞27)
Power ON/OFF
Explains the proper sequence for turning connected devices on and off. (☞30)
Sound Check
Takes you through a simple sound check, to confirm that your equipment is connected
correctly. (☞32)
Important
If you have purchased SIMM expansion memory, the AIEB1 expansion board, or an internal hard disk for your A3000, or if you need to connect up an external SCSI disk,
please be sure to install this equipment before going through the procedures given in
this manual. For installation and connection information, please refer to the following
pages.
• SIMM modules ☞312
• AIEB1 board ☞316
• Internal SCSI hard drive ☞326
• External SCSI drive ☞331
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Connecting the Power
Connecting the Power
This page shows you how to connect up the power cord that comes with the A3000.
Important
• Be sure that the A3000’s power switch is OFF before you attach the cord. (The switch
is OFF when it is all the way out.)
• The A3000 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.
Wall Outlet
Power Cord
Rear Panel
AC INLET
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Connecting the A3000 Outputs
Connecting the A3000 Outputs
This section explains how to connect the A3000 audio outputs to external devices.
Connecting the Analog Outputs
Important
• Be sure that power to the A3000 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.
The A3000 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. (☞299)
If you have installed the optional I/O expansion board (AIEB1 board), your A3000 will
include three additional ASSIGNABLE OUT pairs (ASSIGNABLE OUT jacks 1 to 6).
For monaural output:
A3000 Rear Panel Amp, mixer, etc.
ASSIGNABLE OUT
RL
STEREO OUT
R L/MONO
INPUT
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For stereo output:
A3000 Rear Panel Amp, mixer, etc.
Connecting the A3000 Outputs
ASSIGNABLE OUT
RL
STEREO OUT
R L/MONO
For assignable output:
A3000 Rear Panel Amp, mixer, etc.
ASSIGNABLE OUT
RL
STEREO OUT
R L/MONO
Assignable output using AIEB1 expansion board:
INPUT
L
INPUT 1
L
R
R L
INPUT 2
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A3000
Rear Panel
(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.)
ASSIGNABLE OUT
ASSIGNABLE OUT
RL
123456
STEREO OUT
R L/MONO
Amp, mixer, etc.
LRLRLR
INPUT 3 INPUT 4 INPUT 5
INPUT 1
L
R L
INPUT 2
R
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Connecting the A3000 Outputs
Connecting the Digital Outputs
OPTICAL output connection
You can add digital I/O capacity to the A3000 by installing the optional I/O expansion
board (AIEB1 board). The board enables direct digital output of A3000 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 To AsgnOut parameter to DIG&OPT; ☞299).
Important
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.
A3000 Rear Panel
Coaxial output connection
A3000 Rear Panel
OUT
INOUTIN
DIGITALOPTICAL
OUT
INOUTIN
DIGITALOPTICAL
OPTICAL INPUT
Digital device
DIGITAL INPUT
Digital device
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Connecting the Audio Inputs
Connecting the Audio Inputs
This section explains how to connect the A3000 to a microphone, cassette recorder, or
other sound source.
Important
• Be sure that power to the A3000 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 (☞227).
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
A3000 Front PanelMicrophone, etc.
INPUT
LR
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OUTPUT
A3000 Front PanelTape recorder, synth, etc.
INPUT
LR
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For stereo input
A3000 Front PanelMicrophone, etc.
INPUT
LR
A3000 Front PanelTape recorder, synth, etc.
OUTPUT
LR
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
OPTICAL OUTPUT
INPUT
LR
A3000 Rear PanelDigital device
OUT
INOUTIN
DIGITALOPTICAL
Coaxial input connection
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DIGITAL OUTPUT
OUT
INOUTIN
DIGITALOPTICAL
A3000 Rear PanelDigital device
MIDI Connections
MIDI Connections
This section explains how to connect the A3000 to MIDI devices.
Important
Be sure that power to the A3000 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.
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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).
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MIDI Connections
MIDI Connection Configurations
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
You can use MIDI connections to control the A3000 from an external keyboard, sequencer,
or computer, or to transfer A3000 data to an external MIDI device.
Connecting to keyboard or MIDI controller:
Keyboard (or controller)
MIDI
IN OUT THRU
A3000 Rear Panel
MIDI
IN OUT THRU
Connecting to keyboard/controller and external tone generator:
Keyboard (or controller)
MIDI
IN OUT THRU
A3000 Rear Panel
MIDI
IN OUT THRU
Tone generator (synthesizer, etc.)
MIDI
IN OUT THRU
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