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- Page 1 KX25/KX49/KX61 Owner's Manual Cover(dummy) 2007/07/12 v010...
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Page 2: Special Message Section
Mismatches or incorrect installation supplied or; a cart, rack, or stand that is recommended may result in overheating and battery case rupture. by Yamaha. If a cart, etc., is used, please observe all safety markings and instructions that accompany the Warning: accessory product. - Page 3 Yamaha Corporation of America interference harmful to the operation of other elec- or its subsidiaries. tronic devices. Compliance with FCC regulations * This applies only to products distributed by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA. (class B) COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT (DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY PROCEDURE) Responsible Party : Yamaha Corporation of America Address : 6600 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, Calif.
- Page 4 • Use the specified adaptor (PA-3C, PA-130 or an equivalent the instrument, turn off the power immediately and unplug the power recommended by Yamaha) only. Using the wrong adaptor can result cord from the AC outlet. Then have the instrument inspected by in damage to the instrument or overheating.
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Page 5: Saving Data
• Copying of the software or reproduction of this manual in whole or in part by any means is expressly forbidden without the written consent of the manufacturer. • Yamaha makes no representations or warranties with regard to the use of the software and documentation and cannot be held responsible for the results of the use of this manual and the software. -
Page 6: Introduction
• Cubase AI4 DVD-ROM • TOOLs for KX DVD-ROM * May not be included depending on your particular area. Please check with your Yamaha dealer. About the KX Editor The KX Editor is the application tool of the computer and used for editing various settings for the KX instrument. -
Page 7: About The Disks Included In The Package
About the Disks Included in the Package About the Disks Included in the Package The software on these disks is for the Windows XP and Mac OSX 10.4 or later. Disk Installation Procedure Before breaking the seal of the disk’s packaging, please read carefully the “TOOLS for KX LICENSE AGREEMENT”... -
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Introduction ........6 Selecting a Control Template ......23 Changing the message type generated by using the CONTROL knob Features ..........6 (Editing a Control Template)......23 Changing the Control Change generated by using Included Accessories......6 the CONTROL knob (Editing a Control Template)...... -
Page 9: Turning The Power On And Off
USB • Use only the included power adaptor (PA-3C or PA- hub. 130) or an equivalent recommended by Yamaha). · The USB bus-power function will not work Use of a different adaptor may result in equipment when using the AC adaptor. -
Page 10: Front And Rear Panels
Front and Rear Panels Front and Rear Panels ¢ ∞ CONTROL knobs ......Page 22 [ARP ON/OFF] button ..... Page 28 Use these knobs to adjust the values of the Press this button to enable or disable the parameters such as VSTi in the connected playback of the Arpeggio. - Page 11 SUSTAIN jack ........Page 16 on your computer. Connect an optional foot switch (such as ™ Track Control buttons.....Page 19 Yamaha FCxxx) to this jack. Use these buttons to control Cubase tracks ⁄ USB TO HOST connector ....Page 16 remotely.
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Page 12: What You Can Do With Kx
What You Can Do With KX What You Can Do With KX The KX lets you use the following functions as well as the MIDI keyboard function. Keyboard performance Parameter control of the tone generator in the You can play the keyboard or control various computer controller such as the Pitch Bend wheel and Modulation wheel to play the VSTi on the computer... -
Page 13: Setting Up
Setting Up Setting Up Installation using the Cubase AI 4 DVD-ROM Important! Since the End-User Software License Agreement (EUSLA) showed on your PC-display in your installing the “DAW” software is replaced by the agreement on page 40, you should disregard the EUSLA. Read the Cubase AI 4 License Agreement on page 40 carefully, and install the software if you agree to it. -
Page 14: For Windows
“setup.exe” The first display for installing “Extensions for Steinberg DAW” appears. Click [Next] to call up the “Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for Yamaha Extensions for Steinberg DAW” window. NOTE · If the same version of Extensions for... -
Page 15: For Macintosh
Insert the “TOOLS for KX DVD-ROM” into the DVD-ROM drive. Open the “Extensions for Steinberg DAW” folder in the DVD-ROM, then double-click the file “Yamaha Extensions for Steinberg DAW.mpkg”. The “Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for Yamaha Extensions for Steinberg DAW”... -
Page 16: Connection
Setting Up Connection The following connection, for example, is necessary for using the KX. Computer Headphone USB connector USB cable Audio interface KX rear panel MIDI OUT connector MIDI IN connector Synthesizer, Tone generator, Rhythm Machine, etc. Footswitch (optional) · With the initial default settings (MIDI Select = USB …page 34, MIDI Thru = MIDI → USB …page 36), the NOTE KX can control the DAW software on your computer via a USB cable after installation procedures (pages 13–15) have been completed. -
Page 17: Using The Kx With Cubase
Using the KX with Cubase Using the KX with Cubase The KX features a special Link function that enables you to link the KX with Cubase. Using this function, you can produce music with tremendous efficiency by creating a track from the KX. As an example, this section describes using Cubase 4 with the Link function. -
Page 18: Start The Kx And Cubase
“All MIDI Input” for the KX MIDI Port 2 and 3 respectively. Make sure that the STANDBY/ON switch of Yamaha KX Yamaha KX Port 2/3 the KX is in the STANDBY position, then Remove the checkmark. connect the KX to your computer by using a USB cable. -
Page 19: Controlling The Transport And Tracks Remotely
Using the KX with Cubase Controlling the Transport and Tracks remotely You can perform the transport controls (such as recording and playback) and the track controls such as Mute/ Solo switching in Cubase via the panel operation of the KX. Cursor buttons, [ENTER]/[ESC] button Track Control buttons Transposrt Control buttons... -
Page 20: Setting Up The Vsti
Using the KX with Cubase Setting up the VSTi You can create a track for the VSTi and open/close the VSTi window from the KX panel operation remotely. Performing such operations (normally performed on Cubase) from the KX panel allows you to produce music with tremendous efficiency. -
Page 21: Changing The Midi Message Type Generated Via The Program [Dec] And [Inc] Buttons
Using the KX with Cubase Changing the MIDI message type generated via the PROGRAM [DEC] and [INC] buttons With the default initial settings, pressing either of the PROGRAM [DEC] and [INC] buttons transmits two types of the MIDI messages: Program Change and VSTi Remote. -
Page 22: Controlling The Vsti By Using The Control Knobs
Using the KX with Cubase Controlling the VSTi by using the CONTROL knobs Operating the CONTROL knobs on the KX panel edits or controls various parameters of the VSTi used on the computer. The KX provides the 30 Control Templates which can be used for the VSTi software synthesizers. By selecting the desired one from 30 Control Templates, you can assign the functions appropriate for the current VSTi to the CONTROL knobs. -
Page 23: Selecting/Editing A Control Template
When using any DAW including Cubase, you can edit the Control Template to change the type of the message generated via the knob operation and functions assigned to the knobs. NOTE Using the KX Editor (page 6) which can be downloaded from Yamaha web site, lets you edit all the Control Templates. Selecting a Control Template... -
Page 24: Changing The Control Change Generated By Using The Control Knob (Editing A Control Template)
Using the KX with Cubase Changing the Control Change Use the DATA [DEC] and [INC] buttons to select the desired type of the message. generated by using the CONTROL CC:......Control change knob (Editing a Control Template) Remote:....VSTi remote When the KnobOutSel parameter (page 23) is set to Press the [EXIT] button to return to the “CC”... -
Page 25: Using The Buttons For Controlling Cubase
To do this, follow the instructions below: Select “Device Setup” from the “Device” menu. The “Device Setup” dialog appears. Click “Yamaha KX” in the Device column. Category Command ■ When using Cubase 4/Cubase Studio 4: The CUBASE FUNCTION [A] button can be used for calling up the Sound Frame dialog. -
Page 26: Basic Operation On The Kx
Basic operation on the KX Basic operation on the KX This section describes the basic operations such as how to shift the octave range of the keyboard and use the display interface. Indication on the display The display shows various parameters depending on your panel operation. Top display Lights This display appears when turning the power ON. -
Page 27: Changing The Octave Range
Basic operation on the KX Changing the octave range Selecting the Velocity Curve Use these buttons to shift the note range of the keyboard by octave, up/down to three octaves. The You can select the desired Velocity Curve which initial default setting (no transpose) is recalled by indicates how velocities are applied to your pressing both the buttons simultaneously. -
Page 28: Using The Arpeggiator
Using the Arpeggiator Using the Arpeggiator The Arpeggiator lets you play various phrases depending on the notes you pressed. You can trigger the phrase according to the chord you play and the drum/percussion rhythm simply by pressing a note with just one finger. -
Page 29: Midi Clock Controlling The Arpeggio Tempo
MIDI device. For details, refer to “Utility Settings” on page 34. Enter the checkmark to the “Yamaha KX- 1” (when using Windows) and “MIDI Clock Follows Project Position” of the “MIDI Clock Destination” at the lower right of the dialog. -
Page 30: Editing An Arpeggio
Using the Arpeggiator Editing an Arpeggio Each Arpeggio type can be edited as desired. For For details about the Arpeggio parameters, example, you can apply swing feel to the Arpeggio refer to the next page. playback and adjust the gate time of the notes of Use the DATA [DEC] and [INC] buttons to the Arpeggio playback sequence. -
Page 31: Using The Kx With A Daw Other Than Cubase
Using the KX with a DAW other than Cubase Using the KX with a DAW other than Cubase The KX provides the setup templates which enable you to use the other DAW such as SONAR 5, Logic Pro7, Digital Performer 5 as well as Cubase. If you want to use such a DAW, follow the procedure below: NOTE For details about the Remote Control settings, refer to the manual of the DAW software. -
Page 32: Midi Ports On The Kx
Using the KX with a DAW other than Cubase MIDI ports on the KX The KX provides the three MIDI ports and each of them can transmit/receive MIDI messages by using a USB cable as described below: USB MIDI Port 1 (KX-1): This port is used for communication of the performance data like note on/off generated by playing the keyboard. -
Page 33: When Using Digital Performer (Mark Of The Unicorn Inc.) Or Logic Pro (Apple Inc.)
YAMAHA KX YAMAHA KX Port2 (Center plug): MIDI Port 2 Connect the plugs so that each port can handle MIDI messages. NOTE YAMAHA KX YAMAHA KX Port3 (right most plug) used for data communication of the KX Editor is not necessary to be set. Owner’s Manual... -
Page 34: Utility Settings
Utility Settings Utility Settings In the Utility display, you can make various settings such as the Arpeggio tempo, MIDI transmit/receive settings, and display related settings. Basic Operation Press the [UTILITY] button. Use the DATA [INC] and [DEC] buttons to The LED lamp above the button lights and the change the value. -
Page 35: Restoring The Factory-Programmed System (Factory Set)
Utility Settings Initial Display Range Description Value Determines the velocity value when the VelCurve is set to VeloFix 1–127 “Fix.”. CubaseAI, Cubase4, Determines the DAW software you use on the computer with DAW Select LogicPro, DigiPerf, Cubase AI the KX. SONAR Determines the type of the MIDI message generated by pressing the PROGRAM [INC] and [DEC] buttons. -
Page 36: Setting The Midi Thru Parameter
Utility Settings Setting the MIDI Thru parameter With the initial default settings (MIDI Select = USB, MIDI Thru = MIDI → USB), MIDI messages received via the MIDI IN connector of the KX will be transmitted through the USB TO HOST connector (USB MIDI Port1). As necessary, you can change the MIDI Thru setting so that MIDI messages received via the MIDI IN connector can be transmitted through the MIDI OUT connector, or the MIDI messages received via the USB TO HOST connector (USB MIDI Port1) can be transmitted through the MIDI OUT connector. -
Page 37: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting The power of the instrument does not turn on. The Arpeggiator does not play back with the software synthesizer sound on the computer • When you do not connect the computer to the KX, connected to the KX via USB even if starting the confirm whether or not the AC power adaptor is Arpeggiator on the KX. -
Page 38: Message List
Message List Message List LCD Indication Description MIDI buffer full. Failed to process the MIDI data because too much data was received at one time. MIDI checksum error. The check sum for the data received is incorrect. MIDI data error. An error occurred when receiving MIDI data. -
Page 39: Tools For Kx License Agreement
PLEASE READ THIS SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT (“AGREEMENT”) CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS SOFTWARE. YOU ARE ONLY PERMITTED TO USE THIS SOFTWARE PURSUANT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS AGREEMENT. THIS AGREEMENT IS BETWEEN YOU (AS AN INDIVIDUAL OR LEGAL ENTITY) AND YAMAHA CORPORATION (“YAMAHA”). -
Page 40: Cubase Ai4 License Agreement
PLEASE READ THIS SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT (“AGREEMENT”) CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS SOFTWARE. YOU ARE ONLY PERMITTED TO USE THIS SOFTWARE PURSUANT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS AGREEMENT. THIS AGREEMENT IS BETWEEN YOU (AS AN INDIVIDUAL OR LEGAL ENTITY) AND YAMAHA CORPORATION (“YAMAHA”). - Page 41 Yamaha or an authorized Yamaha dealer within fourteen days with a copy of the receipt. Yamaha is not responsible for replacing media damaged by accident, abuse or misapplication. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT...
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Page 42: Appendix
USB cable, Discs x 2, Owner’s Manual (this book) * Specifications and descriptions in this owner’s manual are for information purposes only. Yamaha Corp. reserves the right to change or modify products or specifications at any time without prior notice. Since specifications, equipment or options may not be the same in every locale, please check with your Yamaha dealer. -
Page 43: Control Template List
Appendix Control Template List Manufacturer Product name Indication on the KX display Steinberg HALion One HALionOne Mystic Mystic Prologue Prologue Spector Spector Embracer Embracer Monologue Monologue Hypersonic2 Hypersonic HALion3 HALion Native Instruments PRO-53 Pro-53 MASSIVE Massive KORG Polysix Polysix WAVESTATION Wavestation Mono/Poly MonoPoly... -
Page 44: Arpeggio Type List
Appendix Arpeggio Type List General Voice types which can be selected on HALionOne and are most suitable for the respective Arpeggio Types are listed in the “Voice Type” column. Arp. Arp. Time Original Arp. Arp. Time Original Category Length Voice Type Category Length Voice Type... - Page 45 Appendix Arp. Arp. Time Original Arp. Arp. Time Original Category Length Voice Type Category Length Voice Type Name Signature Tempo Name Signature Tempo Bass JazFunk1 4 / 4 Vel Gruv 4 / 4 Saw Ld Bass JazFunk2 4 / 4 X-Sweep 4 / 4 Bass...
- Page 46 Appendix Arp. Arp. Time Original Arp. Arp. Time Original Category Length Voice Type Category Length Voice Type Name Signature Tempo Name Signature Tempo ChSq Syncopat 4 / 4 Saw Ld GtPl PowerRk3 4 / 4 HySq Hybrid1 4 / 4 GtPl AlterRk1 4 / 4...
- Page 47 Appendix Arp. Arp. Time Original Category Length Voice Type Name Signature Tempo GtPl ReggeShf 4 / 4 GtPl Samba 4 / 4 Nylon GtPl Bossa 4 / 4 GtPl Spanish1 4 / 4 GtPl Spanish2 4 / 4 Steel GtPl Lick1 4 / 4 Distortion...
- Page 48 Appendix MIDI Implimentation Chart Owner’s Manual...
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