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Chapter 10
The Disklavier & MIDI
This chapter describes how the Disklavier can be used with other MIDI instruments. The Disklavier's
MIDI functions are quite flexible, so there are many different connection possibilities. This chapter
provides a few examples. Even if your particular application is not among these, you should be able to
derive the information required to create your own setup by reading through these setup examples.
Note: For the MIDI setups described in this chapter, it is recommended that you connect your MIDI instrument to
the MIDI OUT connector and set the HOST SELECT switch to MIDI so that the Disklavier functions
properly. See "Setting the HOST SELECT Switch" on page 72.
Start/Stop Control of a
MIDI Instrument with
the Disklavier
In this setup, song disks are played on the
Disklavier and a MIDI drum machine or
sequencer plays in synchronization. When
[PLAY] is pressed, the MIDI instrument starts to
play. It can also be paused and stopped via the
Disklavier. In addition, the tempo of the MIDI
instrument will change as the tempo of the
Disklavier is adjusted.
1
Connect the Disklavier's MIDI OUT
to the MIDI instrument's MIDI IN
connector using a MIDI cable.
Disklavier
MIDI OUT
MIDI CABLE
2
Set the MIDI instrument to
synchronize with the incoming
MIDI clock, sometimes called
"MIDI SYNC".
Refer to its operating manual for details.
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MIDI Drum Machine
or S
or Sequencer
MIDI IN
3
Press [FUNC.].
The FUNC. indicator lights and the
Function menu appears.
4
Press [>] until the c cursor is next
to the MIDI Setup option, then
press [ENTER].
The following display appears.
5
Press [>] until the c cursor is next
to the Remote option, then press
[ENTER].
The following display appears.
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Page 1: Chapter 10 The Disklavier & Midi
Chapter 10 The Disklavier & MIDI This chapter describes how the Disklavier can be used with other MIDI instruments. The Disklavier’s MIDI functions are quite flexible, so there are many different connection possibilities. This chapter provides a few examples. Even if your particular application is not among these, you should be able to derive the information required to create your own setup by reading through these setup examples. -
Page 2: Sending The Keyboard Data To A Midi Instrument
Press [+/YES] to set the Remote Out parameter to ON. Press [FUNC.] or [STOP] to exit the MIDI setup. The Disklavier can now be used in the sequencer system. Sending the Keyboard Data to a MIDI Instrument In this setup, as you play the Disklavier, a connected external MIDI tone generator or synthesizer plays as well. - Page 3 Press [>] until the c cursor is next to the MIDI Setup option, then press [ENTER]. The following display appears. Press [>] until the c cursor is next to the MIDI Out option, then press [ENTER]. The following display appears. See “Summary of the MIDI Out Parameter in a MIDI Setup”...
- Page 4 To select a voice for the MIDI output, press [>] until the c cursor is next to the Prg parameter, then use the [–/NO] and [+/YES] buttons to select a voice. If you had set a split point, you can set different voices for the left- and right-hand parts.
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Page 5: Receiving Data From A Midi Sequencer
Receiving Data from a MIDI Sequencer In this setup, the Disklavier is connected to a MIDI sequencer for song recording and playback. In this way you can use a MIDI sequencer’s powerful recording and editing functions for creating your Disklavier songs. The sequencer can be a dedicated music sequencer, a MIDI data recorder, or a MIDI sequencer program running on a computer. -
Page 6: Controlling The Disklavier In Real Time
Press either [FUNC.] or [STOP] to return to the normal display. The Disklavier can now be used in the sequencer system. Controlling the Disklavier in Real Time As the Disklavier uses a mechanical system for driving the piano keys, incoming MIDI data cannot be played instantly. -
Page 7: Sending Song Data To A Midi Instrument
See “Playing Back More than 16 Channels” on page For the best compatibility, your external MIDI instrument should support Yamaha XG, General MIDI (GM), or both. Connect the Disklavier’s MIDI OUT to the external MIDI instrument’s MIDI IN connector using a MIDI cable. -
Page 8: Playing Back Import Files
Press [>] until the c cursor is next to the MIDI Setup option, then press [ENTER]. The following display appears. Press [>] until the c cursor is next to the MIDI Out option, then press [ENTER]. Use the [–/NO] and [+/YES] buttons to select ESBL Out. -
Page 9: Synchronization Using The Mtc
The import file is played by the piano on the channel with the smallest number containing a piano group voice. Prg(all) All channels that contain a piano group voice in the import file is played by the piano. Press [PLAY] to play back the song disk. - Page 10 One of the following three MTC mode parameters can be selected. OFF: The synchronization function is (default) set to OFF. Slave: Disklavier operates in response to the MTC received from the external component. Master: Disklavier sends the MTC to the external component.
- Page 11 Using Disklavier as the MTC Slave In this status, Disklavier operates in synchronization with the time information of the external component. Example of connections Receiving the MTC from MIDI IN Control Unit External component equipped with MTC MIDI OUT Master function MIDI IN or MTC OUT DRIVE...
- Page 12 If pause, fast forward or reverse is performed using the Disklavier panel or remote controller during MTC sync playback, the MTC sync playback is suspended. However, sync playback can be resumed in response to signals from the external component by pressing the [STOP] button, and then pressing the [START] button.
- Page 13 Sending the MTC from TO HOST Control Unit Computer (Sequencer with MTC Slave function, etc.) TO_HOST COM port DRIVE SELECT CONTROL UNIT DKC55RCD GENERAL INSTRUMENT VOLUME —10 —8 —6 —4 —2 PLAY/PAUSE STOP SONG SELECT/REV ¥ FWD ENTER ¥ ¥ ¥ TEMPO TRANSPOSE —/NO...
- Page 14 Correlation between MTC Settings and Remote Function, and Behavior When the song position has exceeded [7F 7F], F2 (Song Position), F8 (Continue) and F8 (Timing Clock) are not sent.
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Page 15: Summary Of The Midi Out Parameter In A Midi Setup
Summary of the MIDI Out Parameter in a MIDI Setup The following tables show the differences among the MIDI OUT settings (KBD Out, ESBL Out, Thru Port2) with the HOST SELECT switch set to MIDI. MIDI OUT = KBD Out e l i ×... - Page 16 MIDI OUT = Thru Port2 e l i × = TO HOST connector inactive . t n × . t n × × × × . y l × l l a...
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Page 17: Chapter 11 The Disklavier & Personal Computers
Your computer may also require a serial port driver for this function. This software is used for controlling the MIDI interface. For further information, please consult your Yamaha dealer. Note: Be sure to turn the computer and Disklavier power switches off before making the connections and setting the HOST SELECT switch. -
Page 18: Connecting To An Apple Macintosh Series Computer
Connecting to an Apple Macintosh Series Computer Use a standard Macintosh 8-pin system peripheral cable. Mini DIN 8-pin Connecting to an NEC PC-9801/9821 Series Computer Use a standard 8-pin MINI DIN 25-pin D-SUB cross cable. Mini DIN 8-pin Connecting to an IBM PC/AT Series Computer (a) Use a standard 8-pin MINI DIN Mini DIN 8-pin (b) Use a standard 8-pin MINI DIN... -
Page 19: Setting The Host Select Switch
Setting the HOST SELECT Switch Set the HOST SELECT switch on the rear panel of the Control Unit according to your computer type. HOST SELECT MIDI * Apple and Macintosh are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. * IBM PC/AT is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. * PC-9801/9821 is a trademark of NEC Corporation. -
Page 20: Recording Songs To A Computer (Sequencer)
Press [>] until the c cursor is next to the Delay In parameter, then use the [–/NO] and [+/YES] buttons to set it. Option Description A delay of 500 ms is applied to all incoming MIDI data from the computer so that the timing of the piano and the internal XG tone generator match for smooth playback. - Page 21 Channel Description No data is sent to the MIDI instrument. 1 to 16 The Disklavier keyboard data and pedal data is sent on the selected channel. Keyboard data and on/off pedal data will be sent on channel 1, and continuous pedal data (half pedal) will be sent on channel 3.
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Page 22: Temporarily Deactivating The Internal Tone Generators
Temporarily Deactivating the Internal Tone Generators When you are using the Disklavier’s internal XG tone generator from a computer and do not want any interference from the keyboard, you can set the Disklavier so that the tone generator and keyboard are temporarily disconnected. Even when the Voice function is on, no sound is produced from the piano. -
Page 23: Summary Of The Midi Out Parameter In A Computer Setup
Summary of the MIDI Out Parameter in a Computer Setup The following tables show the differences among the MIDI OUT settings (KBD Out, ESBL Out, Thru Port2) with the HOST SELECT switch set to PC1, PC2 or MAC. MIDI OUT = KBD Out e l i . - Page 24 MIDI OUT = Thru Port2 e l i ) . e . a t Note: When pedals are played (activated) by data, the depth of the pedals is read by the sensors and sent (KBD Out) via channels selected in the Out Ch setting (as, unlike the keyboard, the pedals cannot distinguish whether they are being activated by foot or by data).
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Page 25: Chapter 12 Resetting Your Disklavier
Chapter 12 Resetting Your Disklavier If you want to return your Disklavier to its initial factory settings, follow the Reset function below. Resetting Your Disklavier You can reset all settings, the Memory Disks, or both. Specify a disk. When you select a Memory Disk, the reset function will be effective for the selected disk only. -
Page 26: Forced Reset
Forced Reset When the message “UNFORMATTED MEMORY DISK” appears, this indicates that all Memory Disks are damaged. In the Reset display, press [ENTER]. The following display appears. i t a e l i e l i t i l e l i Reset the Memory Disk as described above. -
Page 27: Chapter 13 Troubleshooting
Chapter 13 Troubleshooting If you are having difficulty operating your Disklavier, see if any of the symptoms listed below apply to your problem and follow the recommended remedy. Power You cannot turn on the Disklavier. • Make sure the power cord is connected to a suitable AC outlet. - Page 28 You selected a song using the remote control’s number pad, but the last song on the disk is selected. • If a song number higher than the last song number on the disk is specified, the last song will be selected. A search time is specified using the remote control, but the end of the song is selected.
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Page 29: Disk Utilities
See “Balancing the Ensemble Volume (TG Master Balance)” on page 26 in the Basic Operation Manual. Recording When recording the second part of an L/R song, the first part will not play back for monitoring. • Set the Monitor Piano option to ON. See “Re-Recording One Part”... -
Page 30: Chapter 14 Display Error Messages
Chapter 14 Display Error Messages While operating your Disklavier an error message may appear in the display. If an error message appears, refer to the table below for an explanation of the message. Note: This table does not explain every error message. PianoSoft songs are write-protected and cannot be re-recorded. - Page 31 Only E-SEQ files can be recorded onto an E-SEQ type disk. The disk may be damaged. Press the Stop key to clear the message. If this message appears frequently with other disks as well, contact your nearest Yamaha service representative.
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Page 32: Chapter 15 Glossary
The accompanying tracks may be used for acoustic bass, drums, strings, vibes, etc. E-SEQ Song Format A song file format developed by Yamaha for saving songs. E-SEQ Type Disk One of two disk types that the Disklavier uses to format disks. - Page 33 2. These track assignments are the default settings and can be changed. PianoSoft The PianoSoft Disk Collection is a library of prerecorded song disks made by Yamaha specifically for use with the Disklavier. PianoSoft . Plus PianoSoft . Plus disks contain Ensemble songs that can be played on the Disklavier.
- Page 34 Silent System Yamaha’s innovative system in which a push of the SILENT button keeps the hammers from striking the strings, effectively silencing the acoustic piano. Sound is sent to the digital piano tone generator and output through the speakers (Quiet mode) or headphones (Silent mode).
- Page 35 Appendix “MIDI Data Format” at the very end of this manual for a full listing of available voices. Yamaha XG is an extension of the GM (General MIDI) format. Its greater polyphony, more voices, and use of effects enhances the compatibility between MIDI devices.
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Page 36: Chapter 16 Specifications
Chapter 16 Specifications f i l i l i & : t f , f f & : t f - t l " 5 " 9 ) " , ) t ± " 5 i t / " 2 ) "... -
Page 37: Function & Controls
Function & Controls i t i e l i i t c i t i i l i e l t * Some models do not have hammer sensors. Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. t t a , e r "... - Page 38 Mark III Series Full-Function Models Appendix MIDI Data Format...
- Page 40 Appendix MIDI Data Format If you are familiar with MIDI, or are using a computer to control your music software with computer- generated MIDI messages, the data provided in this section can help you to control your Disklavier. Messages include those that can be received by the piano part and/or those that can be received by an ESBL part.
- Page 41 Cntrl# Parameter Data Range Release Time 0...127 (0:-64, 64:+0, 127:+63) 1.2.14 Attack Time (ESBL Part) Messages which adjust the envelope attack time set for each Voice. Cntrl# Parameter Data Range Attack Time 0...127 (0:-64, 64:+0, 127:+63) 1.2.15 Brightness (ESBL Part) Messages which adjust the filter cutoff frequency set for each Voice.
- Page 42 Reset All Controllers All Note Off Omni Off Omni On 0 ~ 16 Mono Poly 1.2.23.1 All Sound Off (Piano Part, ESBL Part) (transmitted) ESBL part; Terminates all sounds currently sounding on the specified channel. However, the status of channel messages such as Note On and Hold On is maintained.
- Page 43 With the Parameter Change messages as listed below, you can change the characteristic of a Voice, such as by Effect Type or effect parameter, transpose, tuning, and others. 11110000 Exclusive status 01000011 YAMAHA ID 0001nnnn Device Number 01001100 XG Model ID 0aaaaaaa...
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Page 44: System Common Messages
0aaaaaaa aaaaaaa Address Low 0ddddddd Data 0ccccccc ccccccc Checksum 11110111 End of Exclusive 2.2.2.1 QS300 User Normal Voice Data bulk damp (ESBL Part) See tables <2-1> and <2-2>. SYSTEM COMMON MESSAGES Song Position Pointer Transmission This message is transmitted only when the REMOTE OUT parameter is set to On. - Page 45 <Table 1-3> MIDI Parameter Change table (EFFECT 1) [XG] Address Size Data Parameter 00-7F REVERB TYPE MSB 00-7F REVERB TYPE LSB 00-7F REVERB PARAMETER 1 00-7F REVERB PARAMETER 2 00-7F REVERB PARAMETER 3 00-7F REVERB PARAMETER 4 00-7F REVERB PARAMETER 5 00-7F REVERB PARAMETER 6 00-7F...
- Page 46 00-01 VARIATION CONNECTION 00-0F,7F VARIATION PART 00-7F MW VARIATION CONTROL DEPTH 00-7F BEND VARIATION CONTROL DEPTH 00-7F CAT VARIATION CONTROL DEPTH 00-7F AC1 VARIATION CONTROL DEPTH 00-7F AC2 VARIATION CONTROL DEPTH TOTAL SIZE 00-7F VARIATION PARAMETER 11 00-7F VARIATION PARAMETER 12 00-7F VARIATION PARAMETER 13 00-7F...
- Page 47 00 - 01 Rcv CONTROL CHANGE 00 - 01 Rcv POLY AFTER TOUCH (PAT) 00 - 01 Rcv NOTE MESSAGE 00 - 01 Rcv RPN 00 - 01 Rcv NRPN 00 - 01 Rcv MODULATION 00 - 01 Rcv VOLUME 00 - 01 Rcv PAN 00 - 01...
- Page 48 <Table 1-5> MIDI Parameter Change table (DRUM SETUP) [XG] Address Size Data Parameter 00 - 7F PITCH COARSE 00 - 7F PITCH FINE 00 - 7F LEVEL 00 - 7F ALTERNATE GROUP 00 - 7F 00 - 7F REVERB SEND 00 - 7F CHORUS SEND 00 - 7F...
- Page 49 20-60 Note Shift 0E -72 Detune 00-05 Pitch Scaling 00-7F Pitch Scaling Center Note 00-03 Pitch EG Depth 39-47 Velocity PEG Level Sensitivity 39-47 Velocity PEG Rate Sensitivity 39-47 PEG Rate Scaling 00-7F PEG Rate Scaling Center Note 00-3F PEG Rate 1 00-3F PEG Rate 2 00-3F...
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Page 50: Xg Normal Voice List
XG Normal Voice List Bank Select MSB = 000, LSB = Bank Number Voice names in bold typeface are voices that can be selected in the Disklavier. The Disklavier can produce all the voices listed below, but can only display bank 0 voices. Instrument Program Bank... - Page 51 Instrument Bank Instrument Program Ele- Program Voice Name Group ment Group Reed SprnoSax Synth Pad Alto Sax Sax Sect HyprAlto TenorSax BrthTnSx SoftTenr TnrSax 2 Bari.Sax Oboe Eng.Horn Bassoon Clarinet Pipe Piccolo Flute Recorder PanFlute Synth Bottle Effects Shakhchi Whistle Ocarina Synth Lead SquareLd...
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Page 52: Tg300B Normal Voice List
TG300B Normal Voice List Bank Select MSB = Bank Number, LSB = ooo Instrument Program Bank Ele- Instrument Program Voice Name Group Group ment Piano GrandPno Organ GrndPnoK MelloGrP A-Piano1 a.piano1 BritePno BritPnoK A-Piano2 a.piano2 E.Grand ElGrPno1 ElGrPno2 ElGrPnoK A-Piano3 a.piano3 HnkyTonk HnkyTnkK... - Page 53 Instrument Bank Instrument Program Ele- Program Voice Name Group Group ment Brass Trumpet Synth Lead Trumpet2 BriteTrp WarmTrp Sax-3 contrabs Trombone Trmbone2 Sax-4 harp 1 Tuba Tuba 2 Brass-1 harp 2 Mute.Trp Brass-2 guitar 1 Fr.Horn FrHorn2 FrHrSolo HornOrch Brass-3 guitar 2 BrasSect BrssSec2...
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Page 54: Xg Drum Voice List
XG Drum Voice List Bank Select MSB = Bank Number, LSB = 000 Drum kit names in bold typeface are those that can be selected in the Disklavier. Bank Program # Standard Kit Standard2 Kit Room Kit Note# Note Key Alternate assign C# -1 Surdo Mute... -
Page 55: Tg300B Drum Voice List
TG300B Drum Voice List Program # Note# Note Alternate Standard Kit Room Kit Power Kit assign Snare Roll Finger Snap Hi Q Whip Slap Scratch Push Scratch Pull Sticks Click Noise Metronome Click Metronome Bell Bass Drum M Bass Drum H BD Power Side Stick Snare M... -
Page 56: Effect Type List
Effect Type List Exclusive Effect Type REVERB NO EFFECT HALL1 HALL2 ROOM1 ROOM2 ROOM3 STAGE1 STAGE2 PLATE WHITE ROOM TUNNEL BASEMENT CHORUS NO EFFECT CHORUS1 CHORUS2 CHORUS3 CHORUS4 CELESTE1 CELESTE2 CELESTE3 CELESTE4 FLANGER1 FLANGER2 FLANGER3 VARIATION NO EFFECT HALL1 HALL2 ROOM1 ROOM2 ROOM3... -
Page 57: Effect Parameter List
Effect Parameter List No Parameter Range Value HALL1, HALL2, ROOM 1, 2, 3, STAGE 1, 2, PLATE Reverb Time 0.3~30.0s 0-69 Diffusion 0~10 0-10 Initial Delay 0~63 0-63 HPF Cutoff Thru~8.0kHz 0-52 LPF Cutoff 1.0k~Thru 34-60 10 Dry/Wet D63>W~D=W~D<W63 1-127 11 Rev Delay 0~63 0-63... - Page 58 No Parameter Range Value KARAOKE 1, 2, 3 1 Delay Time 0~127 0-127 2 Feedback Level -63~+63 1-127 3 HPF Cutoff Thru~8.0kHz 0-52 4 LPF Cutoff 1.0k~Thru 34-60 10 Dry/Wet 1-127 D63>W~D=W~D<W63 CHORUS 1, 2, 3, 4, CELESTE 1, 2, 3, 4 1 LFO Frequency 0.00~39.7Hz 0-127 2 LFO PM Depth 0~127...
- Page 59 No Parameter Range Value DISTORTION, OVERDRIVE 1 Drive 0~127 0-127 50Hz~2.0kHz 8-40 EQ Low Frequency 3 EQ Low Gain -12~+12dB 52-76 4 LPF Cutoff 1.0k~Thru 34-60 5 Output Level 0~127 0-127 500Hz~10.0kHz 28-54 EQ Mid Frequency 8 EQ Mid Gain -12~+12dB 52-76 9 EQ Mid Width...
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Page 60: Effect Data Assign Table
Effect Data Assign Table Table#1 Table#2 LFO Frequency (Hz) Modulation Delay Offset (ms) Data Value Data Value Data Value Data Value 0.00 1.81 5.38 0.04 1.85 5.55 0.08 1.89 5.72 0.13 1.94 6.06 0.17 1.98 6.39 0.21 2.02 6.73 0.25 2.06 7.07 0.29... -
Page 62: Midi Implementation Chart
MIDI IMPLEMENTATION CHART YAMAHA [Disklavier] Model: Mark III Full-Function Function... Basic Default 1-16 Channel Changed 1-16 Default × Mode Messages Altered **************** Note 0-127 Number : **************** True voice Note ON O 9nH, v=1-127 Velocity Note OFF Key s After ×...