Voce DMI-64 Mark II Bedienungsanleitung
DMI-64MARKIIUSER'SMANUAL
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CONTENTS
Introduction...................................................................................................... ii
Section 1
USING THE DMI-64 MARK II
Unpacking the DMI-64 Mark II ................................................1-1
Front Panel..............................................................................1-2
Rear Panel ..............................................................................1-3
Setting Up...............................................................................1-4
MIDI Interface..........................................................................1-4
1/4-Inch Audio Outputs...........................................................1-5
9-Volt AC Connector...............................................................1-5
Powering up the DMI-64 Mark II..............................................1-6
Playing the DMI-64 Mark II......................................................1-6
Taking Care of the DMI-64 Mark II..........................................1-7
Section 2
PROGRAMMING THE DMI-64 MARK II
Editing Parameters..................................................................2-1
Parameter Information ............................................................2-3
Appendix A
FACTORY PRESETS TABLE
Appendix B
MIDI SYSTEM EXCLUSIVE INFORMATION
Appendix C
DMI-64 MARK II SPECIFICATIONS
Appendix D
CHANGING THE BATTERY IN THE DMI-64 MARK II
WARRANTY
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INTRODUCTION
The DMI-64 Mark II is a digital synthesizer offering 64 dynamically assigned
voices. It is especially suited for reproducing classic keyboard sounds such as
those of tone-wheel and combo organs.
NOTE: For the remainder of this manual, the DMI-64 Mark II will be referred to as
the DMI-64 II.
The DMI-64 II comes with 99 factory preset programs. A program consists of
waveforms, effects selections, MIDI control map, and keyboard split settings.
The unit also includes 64 factory programed waveforms. These presets will
allow the user to begin playing the DMI-64 II right out of the box, without having
to do any programming. If necessary, any or all of the 99 preset programs may
be altered by using the built in Edit Mode or the "DMI-64 II Soft Control" software.
Eight of the 64 waveforms can be modified by the built in Edit Mode or the "DMI-
64 II Soft Control" software.
This manual consists of two sections:
Section 1: Basics of setting up, playing, and caring for your DMI-64 II.
Section 2: Detailed description of DMI-64 II programming.
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Unpacking the DMI-64 II
Your DMI-64 II comes with the following items:
1. DMI-64 II User's Manual
2. External AC adaptor
3. MIDI Implementation Chart
4. Parameter Chart
5. Rubber Feet
NOTE: Save the DMI-64 II's packing carton. For carrying and shipping, it provides
the best protection short of a hard case.
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Front Panel
On the front of the DMI-64 II you will find the following:
1. POWER SWITCH - push on/push off
2. POWER/COMMUNICATIONS INDICATOR LED - This is a multipurpose
indicator. The indicator will light a green color when power is applied to the
unit, except when the unit is operating in EDIT MODE (refer to section 2 of
this manual for a description of EDIT MODE), in which case the indicator will
be red. When MIDI information is being transmitted (i.e. when you press or
release a key on a keyboard), the indicator will flash from GREEN to RED or
from RED to GREEN depending on whether you're in normal play mode or
EDIT MODE respectively.
3. Increment and Decrement buttons for changing preset or Edit Mode
parameter number.
4. Four digit LCD display - This is a multipurpose display used for the following
functions:
I - Display preset selection for the basic MIDI channel
II - Display programming parameters in EDIT MODE
5. Increment and Decrement buttons used only in Edit Mode to change a
parameter's value.
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Rear Panel
On the rear panel of the DMI-64 II you will find the following:
1. This is your DMI-64 II's serial number.
2. 1/4 INCH UNBALANCED AUDIO CONNECTORS - These are 1/4 inch phone
jacks for connecting the DMI-64 II to an instrument amplifier.
3. MIDI IN / OUT / THRU DIN CONNECTORS - These are the connectors used
for connection to other MIDI devices. The DMI-64 II functions in accordance
with the IMA MIDI standard.
4. AC CONNECTOR - This connector is for supplying power to the DMI-64 II.
It mates to a matching connector on the AC adaptor provided with the unit.
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Setting Up
Remove the DMI-64 II and the AC adaptor from its carton being careful not to
damage the computer floppy disk.
MIDI Interface
The DMI-64 II uses the IMA MIDI protocol to communicate with a MIDI control-
ler. A MIDI controller can be a keyboard (The DMI-64 II has no keyboard of its
own), a sequencer or computer capable of sending MIDI information through a
MIDI output port.
To connect a MIDI controller to the DMI-64 II follow these three steps:
Step 1: Using a standard MIDI cable, connect one end of the cable to the MIDI
OUT port of your MIDI controller. Connect the other end of the cable
to the MIDI IN port of your DMI-64 II.
(Step 2 is optional)
Step 2: If you are using the MIDI controller with more than one MIDI instrument,
in your MIDI setup, you can use the DMI-64 II's MIDI THRU port to
connect to the next MIDI instrument. You can do this by connecting
one end of a MIDI cable to the MIDI THRU port on the DMI-64 II.
Connect the other end of the cable to the MIDI IN port of the next MIDI
instrument.
CAUTION: USEONLYADINCABLEWITH180oMALE5-PINDINCONNECTORS.
The MIDI OUT port on the DMI-64 II rear panel is used for MIDI system exclusive
communication to a computer. This feature may be used with the DMI-64 II Soft
Control program installed on a computer with MIDI IN and MIDI OUT ports, or
other patch librarians.
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1/4-Inch Audio Outputs
The 1/4 inch outputs provide CH1/MIX & CH2 audio outputs to your instrument
amplifier(s). Connect one end of a mono 1/4 inch cable to the CH1/MIX audio
output of the DMI-64 II. Connect the other end of the cable to the audio input
of your instrument amplifier or other audio equipment. Repeat this procedure
for the CH2 audio output if desired.
For a mono amplifier setup, use the CH1/MIX output. If no plug is inserted into
the CH2 connector, the CH1/MIX output will provide a signal which is the sum
of CH1 and CH2.
Several modes of audio assignment are possible with the DMI-64 II. A preset
may be setup to play on only Audio Channel 1, Audio Channel 2, on both (Mono),
or on both (Stereo). The former modes are useful when using a split program
or multitimbral mode. For example, a split program may have the preset active
below a certain MIDI note assigned to Audio Channel 1 while the upper preset
may be assigned to the other audio channel. The latter mode (Stereo) may be
used with the rotating speaker effect to provide a more "spacious" sound.
9-Volt AC Connector
The 9-Volt AC connector is used to provide power to your DMI-64 II.
You will notice two 6 ft. long cables on either side of the AC adaptor provided
with the DMI-64 II. One cable has a standard two pronged AC plug. The other
cable has a standard 2.5mm power connector which mates to the DMI-64 II AC
power jack.
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Powering up the DMI-64 II
Before applying power to the DMI-64 II make sure the audio level on your in -
strument amplifier, mixing console or sound re-enforcement equipment is
reduced to a minimum and that all the necessary connections have been
properly made as specified in section 2. The LED on the DMI-64 II should be
off indicating that power has not been applied. Power up the DMI-64 II by press-
ing the power switch. The LED should turn GREEN indicating that power has
been applied and that you are in normal play mode. You may see a RED flick-
er on the LED when power is first applied, this is normal. Also, on power up,
you will hear a slight "click", this comes from the audio protection relay in the
DMI-64 II. The DMI-64 II incorporates an audio protection relay to protect ex -
ternal audio equipment from surges during power up and power down.
Playing the DMI-64 II
For the following section we'll assume you have read and understood the sec-
tions on setting up and applying power to the DMI-64 II. Once the power has
been applied, slowly turn up the volume of your system and begin to play notes
on the keyboard. Be sure the MIDI controller is set to MIDI channel 1, as the
this is the factory default basic channel. As you press the keys on your keyboard
you will notice that the LED on the DMI-64 II begins to flash. This means that
the DMI-64 II is receiving MIDI information from your keyboard and that you
should be hearing audio. Adjust the volume to a comfortable level and begin to
play.
You may change the preset the DMI-64 II is sounding by using the leftmost In-
crement and Decrement buttons whennot in EDIT MODE. You will notice that
the two digits on the display represent the preset number in use on the basic
MIDI channel only. If you are using a multitimbral setup, the presets active on
other MIDI channels will not be displayed. Refer to section 2 for an explanation
of programming the DMI-64 II for multitimbral use. Refer to Appendix A for a
listing of the DMI-64 II's factory programed settings. This table lists the various
preset settings that come pre-programed in your DMI-64 II.
There are 11 MIDI control changes the DMI-64 II will respond to. A separate
controller map exists for each DMI-64 II preset. While most control changes
only serve to change the virtual switches supported by the DMI-64 II, a con -
tinuous controller may be assigned for channel volume. The following is a list
of virtual switch function supported by the DMI-64 II: Vibrato On, Chorus On,
Rotating Speaker On, Rate Select, Depth Select, Percussion On/Off, Percussion
Waveform Select, Percussion Decay Select, Percussion Volume Select, and Dis-
tortion On/Off.
You will need a MIDI implementation chart for your particular MIDI controller.
The MIDI implementation chart will aid in interfacing with your MIDI controller to
the DMI-64 II.
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Taking Care of the DMI-64 II
The DMI-64 II has been designed to meet the special needs of the professional
musician. Because of this, every attempt has been made to design a rugged
yet compact instrument which will perform reliably for years to come. But, like
any other musical instrument, we strongly recommend that you take the proper
precautions during normal use. In order to maintain the DMI-64 II in proper
working order, keep the following points in mind:
1. The DMI-64 II does not require adjustments of any kind, internal or external.
The only time it may be necessary to open up the unit is for replacement of
the 3 Volt Lithium Battery used for backing up the non-volatile preset
memory. The preset memory holds the DMI-64 II's patch settings and the
eight user programmable waveforms. This battery should provide up to 4
years of backup. Should it become necessary to replace the battery, see
your dealer or contact Voce Inc. for a replacement battery or for information
on where to obtain one.
The following is a list of replacement batteries:
Sanyo 2340 270 mA/Hr
Panasonic BR2330 250 mA/Hr
You may replace the battery by either bringing it to your dealer or you can
do it yourself. Replacing the battery is a simple operation requiring a Phillips
Head screw driver and about 15 minutes of your time (see Appendix D).
2. Keep the DMI-64 II away from direct sunlight or excessive heat or cold. Do
not expose to rain.
3. Do not throw, kick, drop, crush, or spill liquids on the DMI-64 II. Although
we have made every effort to make the DMI-64 II as rugged as possible, it
is not indestructible.
4. Although the DMI-64 II employs an audio protection relay for the 1/4 Audio
Outputs, it is advisable that you always turn down the audio level before
powering up or down.
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