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MIE-3XG K
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General Description and Features
The Music In Education Keyboard (MIE-3XG) is designed specifically for use in music education classrooms. The
unique design and functionality of this keyboard is the result of extensive input from classroom music teachers
throughout the United States. Its sophisticated functions and convenient features give both teachers and students a
wide variety of options for classroom participation and musical achievement. The MIE-3XG is the centerpiece for
classroom learning in the Music In Education program.
The MIE-3XG Keyboard is exclusive to the Music In Education program. Only Music In Education software is de-
signed to work with the MIE-3XG Keyboard. However, the MIE-3XG is compatible with the MIDI (Musical Instru-
ment Digital Interface) standard and can be used in any MIDI system, including computer-based music software.
The MIE-3XG features a full five-octave MIDI keyboard with touch response, that functions in four separate modes
— Normal, Split, Ensemble, and Accompaniment (Accompaniment mode includes Single and Fingered operation).
The MIE-3XG also features 695 dynamic XG-compatible voices, plus 15 panel voices and 15 styles. These voices
are specially programmed synthesized sounds and cannot be modified by the user.
As you unpack the MIE-3XG Keyboard you will find additional materials that go with each keyboard.
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A music rack fits into slot located on the top edge of the keyboard behind the control panel.
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A keyboard split divider fits over the center octave and should be used when you use the split or ensem-
ble function of the MIE-3XG Keyboard.
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A dust cover should always be used to protect the keyboards when they are not in use, either overnight,
for the weekend or for longer periods of time. Note that the cover can be used without unplugging the
headphones.
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A power adapter provides (packaged separately) power to the MIE-3XG; the plug is on the back of the
keyboard. The power adapter should be used at all times with the MIE-3XG, except as noted in the next
topic "Electrical Power." Do not substitute any other brand or model!
GM System Level 1
"GM System Level 1" is an addition to the MIDI standard which guarantees that any data conforming to the stan-
dard will play accurately on any GM-compatible tone generator or synthesizer from any manufacturer.
XG
XG is a Yamaha MIDI specification which significantly expands and improves on the GM System Level 1 standard
with greater voice handling capacity, expressive control and effect capability while retaining full compatibility
with GM. By using the MIE-3XG's XG voices, it is possible to record XG-compatible song files.
Electrical Power
Power is supplied to the MIE-3XG Keyboard through a power adapter (PA- 5D). This power adapter is the only one
that should be used during regular classroom use.
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Table of Contents
Related Manuals for Yamaha MIE-3XG
Summary of Contents for Yamaha MIE-3XG
- Page 1 GM. By using the MIE-3XG’s XG voices, it is possible to record XG-compatible song files. Electrical Power Power is supplied to the MIE-3XG Keyboard through a power adapter (PA- 5D). This power adapter is the only one that should be used during regular classroom use.
- Page 2 Back of MIE-3XG Keyboard Located on the back of the MIE-3XG Keyboard are a variety of jacks (as well as a STANDBY/ON switch) that are essential to the accurate functioning of the keyboard in the Music In Education System. Once set and connected, this part of the keyboard will rarely be touched.
- Page 3 Top & Front of MIE-3XG Keyboard 4. MIE-3XG K Eyboard uIdE paGE...
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Page 4: Enter Button
Headphones should always be left plugged in to avoid wear on the head- phone jacks. MIE-3XG headphones will always output sound when connected, and do not need to be unplugged for the speakers to work. See the “Modes Chart”... - Page 5 Top & Front of MIE-3XG Keyboard (Continued) The Mode buttons are located to the right of the LEFT/MASTER VOLUME Control slider. These buttons select the method of operation that allows the keyboard to play in four different modes: Normal, Split, Ensemble, and Ac- companiment (ACCOMP).
- Page 6 The Fingered mode lets you play full chords for the accompaniment section of the keyboard (i.e., all keys to the left of and including the split-point key –F#2), while the MIE-3XG supplies appropriately orchestrated rhythm, bass and chord accompaniment in the selected style. This mode recognizes the following chords: •Notes in parentheses can be omitted.
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Page 7: Volume Controls
NOTE: Audio for listening, testing, and song accompaniment (from a computer or CD player) is input to the MIE-3XG Keyboard via the AUDIO IN jacks on the back of the keyboard. Volume controls located on the student keyboard cannot change the volume of this sound source. -
Page 8: Tempo Control
13: VOICE SELECTION The MIE-3XG Keyboard has 15 voices plus an ASSIGN button on the front panel. These voices are arranged in columns that correspond to instrumental groupings. In the Normal and Accompaniment modes only one voice can be selected. The light next to the selected voice turns on when activated. - Page 9 Top & Front of MIE-3XG Keyboard (Continued) 14: INTRO, MAIN and ENDING BUTTONS There are various types of Accompaniment sections that allow you to vary the arrangement of the accompaniment to match the song you are playing. They are: Intro, Main and Ending. By switching among them as you play, you can easily produce the dynamic elements of a professional-sounding arrangement in your performance.
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Page 10: Accompaniment Volume Control
Top & Front of MIE-3XG Keyboard (Continued) 16: ACCOMPANIMENT VOLUME CONTROL This volume control adjusts the volume of the accompaniment. The slider allows the user to control the balance of the voices and the accompaniment. The com- bined “mixed” volume is then adjusted by either the left or right volume controls, depending on the mode in use, to achieve the desired overall volume. - Page 11 Hidden Voices In addition to the 15 voices and 15 styles available on the front panel of the MIE-3XG, the keyboard contains an additional “hidden” 695 (thus a total of 710) XG voices. These have been included in the MIE-3XG so that stu- dents and teachers can access the many unique sounds available on professional model keyboards.
- Page 12 Yamaha. This product should be used only with the components supplied or a table that is recommended by Yamaha. SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE: The information contained in this manual is believed to be correct at the time of printing.
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Page 13: Instruction To The User
Operation with non-approved equipment or unshielded cables is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. The user is cautioned that changes and modifications made to the equipment without the approval of manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. 4. MIE-3XG K Eyboard uIdE...