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2 FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.) IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT! This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product. IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to accessories and/or another product use only high quality shielded cables. Cable/s supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all installation instructions. Failure to follow instructions could void your FCC authorization to use this product in the USA. NOTE: This product has been tested and found to comply with the requirements listed in FCC Regulations, Part 15 for Class B digital devices. Compliance with these requirements provides a reasonable level of assurance that your use of this product in a residential environment will not result in harmful interference with other electronic devices. This equipment generates/uses radio frequencies and, if not installed and used according to the instructions found in the user s manual, may cause interference harmful to the operation of other electronic devices. Compliance with FCC regulations does not guarantee that interference will not occur in all installations. If this product is found to be the source of interference, which can be determined by turning the unit OFF and ON, please try to eliminate the problem by using one of the following measures: Relocate either this product or the device that is being affected by the interference. Utilize power outlets that are on different branch (circuit breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line filter/s. In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient the antenna. If the antenna lead-in is 300 ohm ribbon lead, change the lead-in to co-axial type cable. If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results, please contact the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product. If you can not locate the appropriate, please contact Yamaha Corporation of America, Electronic Service Division, 6600 Orangethorpe Ave, Buena Park CA, This applies only to products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America. CANADA THIS DIGITAL APPARATUS DOES NOT EXCEED THE CLASS B LIMITS FOR RADIO NOISE EMISSIONS FROM DIGITAL APPARATUS SET OUT IN THE RADIO INTERFERENCE REGULATION OF THE CANADIAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS. LE PRESENT APPAREIL NUMERIQUE N EMET PAS DE BRUITS RADIOELECTRIQUES DEPASSANT LES LIMITES APPLICABLES AUX APPAREILS NUMERIQUES DE LA CLASSE B PRESCRITES DANS LE REGLEMENT SUR LE BROUILLAGE RADIOELECTRIQUE EDICTE PAR LE MINISTERE DES COMMUNICATIONS DU CANADA. * This applies only to products distributed by Yamaha Canada Music LTD. * Ceci ne s applique qu aux produits distribués par Yamaha Canada Music LTD.

3 Dit produkt is gefabriceerd in overeenstemming met de radiostoringsvoorschriften van de Richtlijn van de Raad (82/499/EEG). ΑΥΤΗ Η ΣΥΣΚΕΥΗ ΑΝΤΑΠΟΚΡΙΝΕΤΑΙ ΣΤΙΣ ΑΠΑΙΤΗΣΕΙΣ ΤΩΝ Ο ΗΓΙΩΝ ΤΗΣ ΕΥΡΩΠΑΙΚΗΣ ΟΙΚΟΝΟΜΙΚΗΣ ΚΟΙΝΟΤΗΤΑΣ 82/499/Ε.Ο.Κ. Este produto está de acordo com o radio de interferencia frequente requiridos do Conselho Diretivo 82/499/EEC. Dette apparat overholder det gaeldende EF-direktiv verdrørende radiostøj. Cet appareil est conforme aux prescriptions de la directive communautaire 87/308/CEE. Diese Geräte entsprechen der EG-Richtlinie 82/499/EWG und/oder 87/308/EWG. This product complies with the radio frequency interference requirements of the Council Directive 82/ 499/EEC and/or 87/308/EEC. Questo apparecchio è conforme al D.M.13 aprile 1989 (Direttiva CEE/87/308) sulla soppressione dei radiodisturbi. Este producto está de acuerdo con los requisitos sobre interferencias de radio frequencia fijados por el Consejo Directivo 87/308/CEE. Entsorgung leerer Batterien (nur innerhalb Deutschlands) Leisten Sie einen Beitrag zum Umweltschutz. Verbrauchte Batterien oder Akkumulatoren dürfen nicht in den Hausmüll. Sie können bei einer Sammelstelle für Altbatterien bzw. Sondermüll abgegeben werden. Informieren Sie sich bei Ihrer Kommune. The serial number of this product may be found on the bottom of the unit. You should note this serial number in the space provided below and retain this manual as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in the event of theft. Model No. Serial No. MU5 YAMAHA CORPORATION

4 SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION (U.S.A.) This product utilizes batteries or an external power supply (adapter). DO NOT connect this product to any power supply or adapter other than one described in the manual, on the name plate, or specifically recommended by Yamaha. This product should be used only with the components supplied or; a cart, rack, or stand that is recommended by Yamaha. If a cart, etc., is used, please observe all safety markings and instructions that accompany the accessory product. SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE: The information contained in this manual is believed to be correct at the time of printing. However, Yamaha reserves the right to change or modify any of the specifications without notice or obligation to update existing units. This product, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and headphones or speaker/s, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. DO NOT operate for long periods of time at a high volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should consult an audiologist. IMPORTANT: The louder the sound, the shorter the time period before damage occurs. NOTICE: Service charges incurred due to lack of knowledge relating to how a function or effect works (when the unit is operating as designed) are not covered by the manufacturer s warranty, and are therefore the owners responsibility. Please study this manual carefully and consult your dealer before requesting service. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES: Yamaha strives to produce products that are both user safe and environmentally friendly. We sincerely believe that our products and the production methods used to produce them, meet these goals. In keeping with both the letter and the spirit of the law, we want you to be aware of the following: Battery Notice: This product MAY contain a small nonrechargeable battery which (if applicable) is soldered in place. The average life span of this type of battery is approximately five years. When replacement becomes necessary, contact a qualified service representative to perform the replacement. This product may also use household type batteries. Some of these may be rechargeable. Make sure that the battery being charged is a rechargeable type and that the charger is intended for the battery being charged. When installing batteries, do not mix old batteries with new, or with batteries of a different type. Batteries MUST be installed correctly. Mismatches or incorrect installation may result in overheating and battery case rupture. Warning: Do not attempt to disassemble, or incinerate any battery. Keep all batteries away from children. Dispose of used batteries promptly and as regulated by the laws in your area. Note: Check with any retailer of household type batteries in your area for battery disposal information. Disposal Notice: Should this product become damaged beyond repair, or for some reason its useful life is considered to be at an end, please observe all local, state, and federal regulations that relate to the disposal of products that contain lead, batteries, plastics, etc. If your dealer is unable to assist you, please contact Yamaha directly. NAME PLATE LOCATION: The name plate is located on the bottom of the product. The model number, serial number, power requirements, etc., are located on this plate. You should record the model number, serial number, and the date of purchase in the spaces provided below and retain this manual as a permanent record of your purchase. Model Serial No. Purchase Date MU5 92-BP PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL

5 Welcome to the MU5 Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the Yamaha MU5 Tone Generator! The MU5 is an advanced tone generator providing exceptionally high-quality Voices, full General MIDI compatibility, and flexible computer interfacing in a highly compact and portable package. With the built-in host computer interface and MIDI terminals, the MU5 is ideal for any computer music system from connection to a simple laptop to integration in a complete MIDI studio. It even features a two-octave keyboard (with adjustable tenoctave range), allowing you to play the internal Voices and enter notes to a connected sequencer. And, since it runs on batteries as well, it s ready to make music wherever you take it. Trademarks Apple and Macintosh are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. IBM PC and PC/AT are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. PC-9800 Series is a trademark of NEC Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders. 1

6 Table of Contents Welcome to the MU How to Use This Manual Precautions The Controls of the MU Front Panel Rear Panel Side Panel The MU5 What It Is and What It Can Do Setting Up Your MU Power Supply Using a Power Adaptor Using Batteries When to Replace the Batteries Audio Connections Using Headphones Using an External Sound System Setting Up the MU5 in Your Music System Connecting With a Computer Macintosh IBM PC and Clones NEC PC-9800 Series Connecting to Other MIDI Devices Data Flow Block Diagram MIDI/Computer Connecting Cables Playing the Demo Song Using the MU5 The Play Mode Playing the Keyboard Changing the Octave Setting Selecting a Part and Changing the Voice Using the MU5 with a Computer or Sequencer Using the MU5 with a MIDI Data Storage Device Muting and Soloing Parts Editing

7 Table of Contents Reference Utility Mode Master Tune Transpose Mute Lock Velocity Local Control Dump Out Initialize All Part Edit Mode Volume Pan MIDI Channel Note Shift Part Tune Pitch Bend Range Appendix Troubleshooting Error Messages Specifications Index Voice List add-2 MIDI Data Format add-8 MIDI Implementation Chart add-24 3

8 How to Use This Manual You are probably eager to try out your new MU5 Tone Generator right away and hear what it can do, rather than have to read through a lot of instructions before you can even get a sound out of it. However, to get the most out of your MU5, we strongly suggest that you read the following sections in the order given: 1) Precautions This gives you important information on how to care for your new MU5, how to avoid damaging, and how to ensure long-term, reliable operation. 2) The MU5 What It Is and What It Can Do This briefly provides an overview of the functions and features of the MU5 and offers some important hints on how you can use it effectively. 3) Setting Up Your MU5; The Controls of the MU5 The first section shows you how to set up your MU5 for basic operation, and the second introduces you to the panel controls and connectors. 4) Playing the Demo Song; Using the MU5 The Play Mode These two sections get you started using the MU5. The first guides you through the Demo Song, while the second gives you the basic operation procedures you ll be using when you play the MU5. 5) Setting Up the MU5 in Your Music System; Using the MU5 with a Computer or Sequencer These sections provide all you need to know to effectively integrate the MU5 into your present computer music system. 4

9 How to Use This Manual 6) Muting and Soloing Parts; Editing Mute and Solo are useful in song playback, while editing operations prepare you for digging in deeper to the advanced functions of the MU5. 7) Reference Once you re familiar with everything above, lightly go over this comprehensive guide to all editing functions. You won t need (or want) to read everything at once, but it is there for you to refer to when you need information about a certain feature or function. 8) Appendix Finally, use the sections in the Appendix as necessary. For example, the Index will come in handy when you need to quickly find information on a specific topic. Other sections, such as the Voice List, Troubleshooting and Error Messages provide additional useful information. 5

10 Precautions Your MU5 will give you years of reliable service if you follow the simple precautions below: LOCATION Keep the instrument away from locations where it is likely to be exposed to high temperatures (such as direct sunlight) or humidity. Also avoid locations which are subject to excessive dust accumulation or vibration which could cause mechanical damage. USE THE CORRECT POWER ADAPTOR Use only the recommended PA-3, PA-4 or PA-40 Power Adaptor for supplying power to the instrument. Use of another adaptor may cause serious damage to the instrument or the adaptor itself. (Never use the PA-3B.) MAKE SURE POWER IS OFF WHEN MAKING OR REMOVING CONNECTIONS To prevent damage to the instrument and other connected equipment, always turn off the power prior to connecting or disconnecting cables. Also, turn the power off when the instrument is not in use, and disconnect the power adaptor during electric storms. HANDLE THE INSTRUMENT WITH CARE Although the instrument has been constructed to withstand the rigors of normal use for optimum sturdiness and reliability, avoid subjecting it to strong physical shocks (such as dropping or hitting it). Since the MU5 is a precision-made electronic device, also avoid applying excessive force to the various controls. When moving the instrument, first unplug the power adaptor and all other cables to prevent damage to cords and jacks. Always unplug cables by gripping the plug firmly, not by pulling on the cable. 6

11 Precautions CLEAN WITH A SOFT, DRY CLOTH Never use solvents such as benzine or thinner to clean the instrument, since these will damage the cabinet finish or dull the keys. Wipe clean with a soft, dry cloth. If necessary, use a soft, clean, slightly moistened cloth making sure to wipe the case off again with a dry cloth. ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE Avoid using the unit near televisions, radios or other equipment generating electromagnetic fields. Proximity to such equipment may cause the unit to malfunction, and may generate interference noise in the other appliance as well. DO NOT OPEN THE CASE OR TRY REPAIRING THE INSTRUMENT YOURSELF The instrument contains no user-serviceable parts. Never open the case or tamper with the internal circuitry in any way, since doing so may result in damage to the instrument. Refer all servicing to qualified Yamaha service personnel. MIDI CABLES When connecting the instrument to other MIDI equipment, be sure to use only high-quality cables made especially for MIDI data transmission. Also, avoid using cables longer than 15 meters, since long cables can result in data errors. Yamaha is not responsible for damage caused by improper handling or operation. 7

12 Front Panel The Controls of the MU5 q w e r t # PART PGM VOICE NAME TONE GENERATOR GENERAL VOICE LIST PIANO REED DRUM VOICE LIST 129 STANDARD TUNED PERC PIPE 130 ROOM ORGAN GUITAR SYNTH LEAD SYNTH PAD 131 ROCK 132 ELECTRONIC BASS SYNTH EFFECTS 133 ANALOG STRINGS ENSEMBLE ETHNIC PERCUSSIVE 134 JAZZ 135 BRUSH BRASS SOUND EFFECTS 136 CLASSIC PART 1 VALUE +1 MUTE EXIT SELECT OCT DOWN OCT UP C C MSTR TUNE TRNS POSE MUTE LOCK VELO CITY LOCL CTRL DUMP OUT INIT ALL VOL PAN MIDI CH NOTE SHFT PART TUNE BEND RNGE UTILITY PART EDIT ENTER y u i o q Display In the Play mode, this shows the Part number and the currently selected program number and Voice name for the Part. It also shows the octave setting (when set to a value other than normal) and acts as a level meter, showing the velocity values for each Part as they are played. In the Edit modes, this shows the relevant values and, where applicable, a graphic display of the set values. w,. buttons For selecting the desired Part. (In some of the Edit functions, these may not be available.) Hold down either button to rapidly advance through the values. 8

13 The Controls of the MU5 e -= buttons For changing the value of the selected function or parameter. In the Play mode, these are used to change the program number at the selected Part. In the Edit modes, these are used to change the current function s value or turn a function on or off. Hold down either button to rapidly advance through the values. r m button For using the Mute and Solo functions. (See page 29.) t e button For leaving the Edit modes and returning to the Play mode. y d (OCTAVE DOWN) and u (OCTAVE UP) buttons For changing the octave transposition of the MU5 s keyboard. These also double as s buttons, allowing you to select the functions of the Edit modes. u Keyboard This two-octave keyboard is used to play the Voices of the MU5. It can also be used to play notes on a connected external tone generator or enter notes to a connected sequencer or computer. The white keys double as editing controls, while the black keys also function as number keys. (Used with the s buttons.) i / button For switching between positive (+) and negative (-) values during editing. (Used with the s buttons.) o E button For actually entering values during editing. (Used with the s buttons.) 9

14 Rear Panel OUT MIDI IN HOST SELECT MIDI PC-2 PC-1 Mac TO HOST DC IN POWER ON OFF q w e r t q MIDI OUT and MIDI IN terminals For connection to other MIDI devices, such as a MIDI keyboard, tone generator, sequencer, or to a computer that has a MIDI interface. (See page 20.) w HOST SELECT switch For selecting the type of connected device. (See pages ) e TO HOST terminal For connection to a host computer that does not have a MIDI interface. (See pages ) r DC IN jack For connection to the AC power adaptor. t POWER switch For turning on the power to the unit. Side Panel MIN VOLUME MAX LINE OUT/ PHONES q w q VOLUME control For adjusting the overall level of the MU5. 10 w LINE OUT/PHONES jack For connection to an amplifier/speaker system or a set of stereo headphones.

15 The MU5 What It Is and What It Can Do The MU5 What It Is and What It Can Do What It Is... The MU5 is a compact, highly portable and easy-to-use tone generator. It features full General MIDI Level 1 compatibility with 128 General MIDI Voices and 8 drum kits. The MU5 has 28-Voice polyphony and is 16-Part multi-timbral. In other words, the MU5 has 16 different Parts, each with its own Voice, so that up to 16 different Voices can be sounded simultaneously. With the built-in two-octave keyboard, you can play any of the Voices directly from the MU5 itself. Or you can play them from a connected MIDI keyboard. In addition, the MU5 also has a TO HOST terminal for easy interfacing with a computer, allowing you to play the Voices using your favorite music software. This is where the advanced multi-timbral capabilities come in, letting you play up to 16 different Voices at the same time. About General MIDI General MIDI is a new addition to the worldwide MIDI standard. MIDI, as you know, stands for Musical Instrument Digital Interface, and makes it possible for various electronic musical instruments and other devices to communicate with each other. For example, by connecting a sequencer to the MU5 s MIDI IN terminal, you could play back a song on the sequencer using the Voices of the MU5. So, where does General MIDI fit in all of this? One of the most important features of General MIDI is in the standardization of Voices. This means that a song recorded in the General MIDI format can be played back on any General MIDI compatible tone generator and sound just as the composer intended. For example, if there is an alto sax solo in the song, it will be played by an alto sax Voice on the General MIDI tone generator (and not by a tuba or harpsichord!). Since the MU5 is fully compatible with General MIDI, you can take advantage of the vast wealth of musical material recorded in that format. 11

16 What It Can Do... Here are a few ideas on how you can use the MU5. The list below is not comprehensive, but is meant to be a general guide to the possibilities and provide a starting point or springboard for your own creative ideas and explorations. Using With MIDI Keyboard Use the MU5 as supplementary tone generator with your MIDI keyboard and play the Voices of both instruments in a layer together. Or, if your keyboard has the capability, program a split so that the notes you play on the right side of the keyboard play only the Voices of the MU5. Using With Other MIDI Controllers Even if you re not a keyboard player, you can still play the MU5 with other types of MIDI controllers. For example, you can use a MIDI percussion controller to play the drum and percussion sounds of the MU5. When Connected to a Computer or Sequencer Home Studio Setup The MU5 integrates easily into any existing setup. If you have a MIDI keyboard, computer and sequencing software, the MU5 with its high-quality Voices and multi-timbral capabilities can expand your home studio system. Carry It With You If you have a laptop computer (and sequencing software), simply connect the MU5, plug in some headphones and you ve got a complete music making system that s ready to go wherever you go. Use it for composing, arranging, practicing or making/ playing demos for your band. 12

17 The MU5 What It Is and What It Can Do Perform With It Bring it with you to a gig as long as there s a MIDI keyboard on stage, you can use the high-quality sounds of MU5 in your performance. Multimedia Since it s portable and compatible with General MIDI, the MU5 is a natural for multimedia applications. Bring it with you to a presentation since the computer interface is built-in to the MU5, it hooks up instantly and easily to the computer s serial port or printer port, without the need for any other equipment. About the Modes of the MU5 The MU5 has three operating modes: Play, Utility and Part Edit. (Utility and Part Edit are the two edit-related modes of the MU5.) Play Mode This is the normal mode of the MU5, the one in which you normally play and select the internal Voices (either from the built-in keyboard or a connected MIDI device), select Parts, and use the Mute and Solo functions. Utility Mode The Utility mode lets you set functions related to the overall operation of the MU5, such as Master Tune, Transpose and Velocity settings. Included also are utility operations, such as sending bulk data to a data storage device, and initializing of the MU5 settings. Part Edit Mode The Part Edit mode allows you to change certain settings for each individual Part, such as the Volume, Pan and individual tuning settings for each Part. The internal Voices can be sounded during editing, allowing you to hear the effects of your edits. 13

18 Power Supply Setting Up Your MU5 Your MU5 will run either from an optional AC adaptor or batteries. Follow the instructions below according to the power source you intend to use. NOTE Before making any connections, make sure that all equipment to be connected is turned off. Using a Power Adaptor Connect one end of the power adaptor (Yamaha PA-3, PA-4 or PA-40) to the DC IN jack on the rear panel, and the other end to a suitable electrical outlet. HOST SELECT TO HOST MIDI PC-2 PC-1 Mac DC IN POWER ON OFF AC adaptor CAUTION! Do not attempt to use an AC adaptor other than the PA-3, PA-4 or PA-40. The use of an incompatible adaptor may result in irreparable damage to the MU5, and even pose a serious shock hazard. (Never use the PA-3B.) Be sure to disconnect the power adaptor from the outlet when the MU5 is not in use. 14

19 Setting Up Your MU5 Using Batteries To use the MU5 on battery power, insert six 1.5V AA size (SUM-3, R-6 or equivalent) manganese or alkaline batteries in the battery compartment. Make sure to follow the polarity indications on the bottom case (and as shown below). Securely replace the battery compartment cover when done installing the batteries. When to Replace the Batteries When the battery power runs too low to operate the MU5, the following display will appear: # PART PGM VOICE NAME When this happens, replace all batteries with a complete set of six new batteries of the same type. CAUTION! In order to avoid losing any important memory settings when battery power becomes low, turn off the MU5, then immediately connect a power adaptor (to supply continuous power) and replace all batteries. NEVER mix old and new batteries or different types of batteries! Also, to prevent possible damage due to battery leakage, remove the batteries from the instrument if it is not to be used for an extended period of time. 15

20 Audio Connections In order to hear your MU5, you ll have to make certain audio connections. You can listen to the MU5 by using a set of stereo headphones or by connecting it to an amplifier/speaker system. Using Headphones Connect a set of stereo headphones (with a stereo miniature plug) to the LINE OUT/PHONES jack. MIN VOLUME MAX LINE OUT/ PHONES Headphones Using an External Sound System Connect the LINE OUT/PHONES jack on the MU5 to the stereo inputs of an amplifier/speaker system by using a Y cable (stereo miniature plug to dual RCA pin plugs), available from many audio and musical instrument dealers. MIN VOLUME MAX LINE OUT/ PHONES 16

21 Setting Up the MU5 in Your Music System Setting Up the MU5 in Your Music System As you learned in the section The MU5 What It Is and What It Can Do on page 11, the MU5 can be integrated into a variety of setups. It would be impossible to cover all connection possibilities in a short manual as this; however, the section below will help in quickly setting up the MU5 and using it in your system. Connecting With a Computer The MU5 features a built-in host computer interface, allowing you to directly connect it to your computer eliminating the need of installing a special MIDI interface to your computer. The MU5 can be used with the following computers: Apple Macintosh, IBM PC and the NEC PC-9800 Series. If your computer has a MIDI interface you may want to connect the MU5 to it, rather than using the host computer interface on the MU5. (See the section Connecting to Other MIDI Devices on page 20.) Depending on the computer or interface used, set the HOST SELECT switch to the appropriate setting: MIDI, PC-1 (NEC computers), PC-2 (IBM and clones), or MAC (Macintosh). For information on the types of cables that can be used for connection, see the section MIDI/Computer Connecting Cables on page

22 Macintosh Follow these instructions if you have an Apple Macintosh that is not equipped with an external MIDI interface. Connect the TO HOST terminal on the MU5 to the Modem or Printer port on the Macintosh. TO HOST DC IN POWER ON OFF Operation 1 Set the HOST SELECT switch to MAC. HOST SELECT MIDI PC-2 PC-1 Mac 2 Connect the MU5 to the host computer, as shown in the illustration above. Use a standard Macintosh cable (8-pin Mini DIN on both ends; see page 22). 3 Turn on the host computer, then the MU5. 4 Start up your music software, and set up the appropriate options on the software for operation with the MU5. The options you may have to set include: MIDI Interface Type Standard MIDI Interface MIDI Time Piece Off Clock 1 MHz Other options and settings may have to be made as well. Refer to the owner s manual of your particular music software for more information. 18

23 Setting Up the MU5 in Your Music System IBM PC and Clones Follow these instructions if you have an IBM PC/AT or compatible computer that is not equipped with an external MIDI interface. Connect the TO HOST terminal on the MU5 to one of the computer s serial ports, COM 1 or COM 2. TO HOST DC IN POWER ON OFF NOTE Your music software must be able to recognize the TO HOST connection. Consult your Yamaha dealer for more details. If your software is not compatible, you can still use the MU5 by installing a MIDI interface (internal card or external) to the computer. Operation 1 Set the HOST SELECT switch to PC-2. HOST SELECT MIDI PC-2 PC-1 Mac 2 Connect the MU5 to the host computer, as shown in the illustration above. Use a standard computer cable (8-pin Mini DIN to 9-pin D-SUB; see page 22). 3 Turn on the host computer, then the MU5. 4 Start up your music software, and set up the appropriate options on the software for operation with the MU5. Refer to the owner s manual of your particular music software for more information. 19

24 NEC PC-9800 Series The NEC PC-9800 Series computers are widely used in Japan. For use with these computers, set the HOST SELECT switch on the MU5 to PC-1. Operation is the same as for the PC-2 setting explained above. The only difference between PC-1 and PC-2 is the communication baud rate. (See page 46.) HOST SELECT MIDI PC-2 PC-1 Mac Connecting to Other MIDI Devices The MU5 is equipped with MIDI IN and OUT terminals, allowing you to use it in any MIDI system. Example uses for the built-in MIDI interface include: Connecting to a MIDI keyboard (for playing the sounds of the MU5 from that keyboard). Connecting to a MIDI tone generator (for playing the sounds of that tone generator from the MU5). Connecting to a computer equipped with a MIDI interface (either internal or external). Connecting to a hardware sequencer (such as the Yamaha QY20). Connecting to a MIDI data storage device (such as the Yamaha MDF2 MIDI Data Filer). MU5 IN OUT OUT IN MU5 IN OUT OUT IN MU5 IN OUT OUT IN MDF2 20

25 Setting Up the MU5 in Your Music System Operation 1 Set the HOST SELECT switch to MIDI. 2 Connect the MU5 to the appropriate MIDI device, as shown in the illustrations above. Use a standard MIDI cable (see page 22). 3 Turn on the connected device, then the MU5. 4 If you are using a computer, start up your music software, and set up the appropriate options on the software for operation with the MU5. Data Flow Block Diagram When HOST SELECT switch is set to MIDI: MIDI OUT MIDI IN TO HOST OUT IN Keyboard AWM TONE GENERATOR When HOST SELECT switch is set to Mac, PC-1 or PC-2: MIDI OUT MIDI IN OUT TO HOST IN Keyboard AWM TONE GENERATOR * When Local Control is set to Off, the keyboard of the MU5 cannot be used to play the internal AWM Voices. (See page 35.) 21

26 MIDI/Computer Connecting Cables MIDI Standard MIDI cable. Maximum length 15 meters. DIN 5-PIN (GND) DIN 5-PIN 5 5 Macintosh Apple Macintosh Peripheral cable (M0197). Maximum length 2 meters. MINI DIN 8-PIN (HSK i) 1 (HSK 0) 5 (RxD-) MINI DIN 8-PIN 4 4 GND 5 3 (TxD-) 6 8 (RxD+) 7 7 (GP i) 8 6 (TxD+) PC-1 8-pin MINI DIN to D-SUB 25-pin cable. If your PC-1 type computer has a 9-pin serial port, use the PC-2 type cable. Maximum length 1.8 meters. MINI DIN 8-PIN 1 5 (CTS) 2 4 (RTS) 3 3 (RxD) 4 7 (GND) (TxD) D-SUB 25-PIN PC-2 8-pin MINI DIN to D-SUB 9-pin cable. Maximum length 1.8 meters. MINI DIN 8-PIN 1 8 (CTS) 2 7 (RST) 3 2 (RxD) 4 5 (GND) (TxD) D-SUB 9-PIN 22

27 Playing the Demo Song Playing the Demo Song Now that you ve set everything up properly, try playing the built-in Demo Song. This showcases the high-quality Voices and the AWM tone generation system of the MU5. Operation 1 Simultaneously hold down the s buttons and press the E button. SELECT # PART PGM VOICE NAME OCT DOWN OCT UP ENTER 2 Simultaneously hold down the s buttons and press the E button again to start the song. SELECT # PART PGM VOICE NAME OCT DOWN OCT UP ENTER The Demo Song starts playing immediately and repeats indefinitely until stopped (in step 4 below). Playback of the individual Parts of the song is shown graphically by the level meter bars in the display. NOTE During Demo Song playback, all panel controls (except the e button and the VOLUME control) cannot be used. 4 To stop playback of the song, press the e button. EXIT 5 To exit from the Demo Song function, press the e button again. 23

28 Using the MU5 The Play Mode Now that you ve heard the sophisticated capabilities of the MU5, try playing with some of them yourself in the Play mode. When you turn on the power of the MU5 or press the e button, the Play mode is automatically called up. In this mode, you can select any of the 16 Parts for playing, and select which Voice is played in each Part. Playing the Keyboard The built-in two-octave keyboard allows you to play the Voices directly from the MU5 itself, without having to use an external keyboard. Since what you play on the keyboard is also transmitted via MIDI (or the TO HOST terminals), you can also play an external tone generator or enter notes to a sequencer. SELECT OCT DOWN OCT UP C C MSTR TUNE TRNS POSE MUTE LOCK VELO CITY LOCL CTRL DUMP OUT INIT ALL VOL PAN MIDI CH NOTE SHFT PART TUNE BEND RNGE UTILITY PART EDIT ENTER Keyboard range: E to E (C notes are indicated on panel) As you play the keyboard, notice the bars that appear in the display at the current Part. These serve as a kind of level meter, like those found on a mixing console or tape recorder, indicating the level (or velocity) of the Voice at the corresponding Part. # PART PGM VOICE NAME Indicates the level (or velocity) of the Part currently being played

29 Using the MU5 The Play Mode The velocity of the keyboard is fixed; in other words, each note you play sounds at a predetermined volume. You can change this velocity setting from the Velocity parameter in the Utility mode. (See page 34.) Changing the Octave Setting Though the keyboard itself is two octaves, you can actually play the MU5 over a ten-octave range. To do this use the d (OCTAVE DOWN) and u (OCTAVE UP) buttons. Press the d button to lower the pitch by an octave, and press the u button to raise it by an octave. The current octave setting is shown in the display. (No indication appears when the octave setting is normal.) SELECT OCT DOWN OCT UP # PART PGM VOICE NAME OCT Current octave setting. (In this example, the pitch is one octave above normal.) 25

30 Selecting a Part and Changing the Voice Now, let s select a different Part and change its Voice. Operation 1 Use the < buttons to select Part 2. (If Part 1 is shown in the display, simply press the. button once.) PART # PART PGM VOICE NAME Indicates selected Part. A total of 16 Parts are available, and each is shown in the display. 2 Use the _ buttons to select program number 12, Vibes. (You can also use the number keys on the keyboard to select a Voice; see boxed section on the next page.) NOTE You can rapidly advance to the desired number by briefly holding down the appropriate _ button. 1 VALUE +1 # PART PGM VOICE NAME Indicates selected Voice name. Indicates selected program (Voice) number. The MU5 has a total of 128 Voices, plus 8 different drum kits. An OFF setting (a value of 137, or higher) is also available for turning off the selected Part. (See page add-2 for a list of the available Voices.) 26

31 Using the MU5 The Play Mode Using the Number Keys to Select a Voice In the Play mode, you can also use the number keys to select a Voice s program number. To do this, simultaneously hold down the s buttons and press the number of the value you wish to set. For example, to set a value of 47, simultaneously hold down the s buttons and press 4, then 7, and finally press the E button to actually enter the new value. SELECT OCT DOWN OCT UP While holding this down, press the following buttons in order: 4 7 ENTER # PART PGM VOICE NAME 27

32 Using the MU5 with a Computer or Sequencer By connecting the MU5 to a computer or sequencer, you have a powerful music system for playing back songs and even and creating your own songs, using the Voices of the MU5. Make sure that the MU5 is properly connected to the computer or sequencer, and that your music software is ready to run. (Refer to pages for connection examples and instructions.) If you are using the TO HOST terminal or if both MIDI terminals are properly connected, you should be able to play songs from your software and enter notes to the software from the MU5. Using the MU5 with a MIDI Data Storage Device You can also use the MU5 with a MIDI data storage device, such as the Yamaha MDF2 MIDI Data Filer. This lets you save or back up whatever changes you ve made in the settings of the Utility and Part Edit modes. Then, when you want to recall those settings, you can transfer the appropriate data from the storage device. The MDF2 also allows you to play compatible song data on the MU5 directly from the MDF2 itself, without the need of a sequencer. Make sure that the MU5 is properly connected to the data storage device (via MIDI). (Refer to page 20 for the connection example.) Use the Dump Out function (page 36) to send data to the device. Also refer to the owner s manual of your data storage device for specific operating instructions in receiving or sending data. 28

33 Using the MU5 with a Computer or Sequencer / Using the MU5 with a MIDI Data Storage Device / Muting and Soloing Parts Muting and Soloing Parts While a song is playing back on your computer or sequencer, you can selectively mute or solo any of the 16 Parts of the MU5. Mute lets you silence one Part to hear how all of the other Parts sound without it. Solo lets you isolate a single Part, to hear how that Part sounds by itself. Mute and Solo are effective tools that help you as you edit the Parts, since they allow you to better hear how the changes you make affect specific Voices as well as the overall sound. Operation During playback, press the m button. Each press cycles through the three functions: Mute, Solo and Normal operation. Mute # PART PGM VOICE NAME The selected Part is muted, while all other Parts sound normally. Solo # PART PGM VOICE NAME The selected Part is soloed, while all other Parts are muted Normal # PART PGM VOICE NAME All Parts sound normally

34 Editing The editing features of the MU5 provide various controls for changing the Parts and setting other important operating functions. Among other things, these let you set the Volume or pitch of each Part independently, change the Velocity of the built-in keyboard, and save all of your edits to a connected computer, sequencer or data storage device. The MU5 has two edit modes: Utility and Part Edit. The Utility mode functions are related to the overall operation of the MU5, while the Part Edit mode provides independent controls for each Part. (See the Reference section of this manual for information about the specific editing functions.) Operation 1 Simultaneously hold down the s buttons and press the white key on the keyboard corresponding to the function you wish to edit. SELECT # PART PGM VOICE NAME OCT DOWN OCT UP VOL Shows currently selected parameter. 2 (For Part Edit only:) Use the < buttons to select the Part you wish to edit. PART # PART PGM VOICE NAME Shows currently selected Part. 3 You can change the value or setting in two different ways: Use the -/= buttons. 1 VALUE +1 # PART PGM VOICE NAME 30 Press or hold down the appropriate button. Shows current parameter value.

35 Editing Use the number keys on the keyboard. While holding down the s buttons, press the number of the value you wish to set. For example, to set a value of 47, simultaneously hold down the s buttons and press 4, then 7, and finally press the E button to actually enter the new value. OCT DOWN SELECT OCT UP While holding this down, press the following buttons in order: 4 7 # PART PGM VOICE NAME ENTER NOTE If you try to enter an illegal value a number outside the range of the parameter the MU5 enters the closest value to the one you ve typed in. For example in the Volume parameter, the range of the parameter is 1-127, and if you try to enter 356, the MU5 automatically enters Press the e button to return to the Play mode, or repeat the steps above to edit another function. EXIT This concludes our short tour of the basic setup and general operations of the MU5. Now that you ve learned how to operate your MU5, look through the Reference section that follows for more detailed information on the Utility and Part Edit modes. 31

36 Reference Utility Mode The Utility mode lets you set functions related to the overall operation of the MU5, such as Master Tune, Transpose and Velocity settings. Included also are utility operations, such as sending bulk data to a data storage device, and initializing of the MU5 settings. Master Tune # PART PGM VOICE NAME Not available Tuning value Range Default 0 +/- 100 cents This determines the overall fine tuning of the MU5 s Voices. It also affects the pitch of the individual drum/percussion sounds of the drum kits. Master Tune is especially useful for adjusting the pitch of the MU5 when playing with other instruments. (The actual pitch of each Voice depends also on the other pitch related parameters: Transpose, Note Shift and Part Tune.) NOTE At around 440 Hz, 1 Hz is approximately equal to 4 cents. 32

37 Utility Mode Transpose # PART PGM VOICE NAME Not available Transpose value Range Default 0 +/- 24 semitones This determines the overall key transposition of the MU5 s Voices, over a total range of four octaves in semitone steps. A Transpose setting of 0 results in normal pitch. Unlike Master Tune, it has no effect on the individual drum/percussion sounds of the drum kits. Mute Lock # PART PGM VOICE NAME Not available Mute Lock setting Settings Default Off, On (Use the -/= buttons to change this setting.) Off This determines whether or not the Part Mute status of the MU5 is reset when receiving a GM Mode On message. Generally, this message is automatically transmitted to the MU5 as part of General MIDI song data. When Mute Lock is off, this resets the Mute status of the Parts on the MU5. If you want to keep the current Mute settings and disable this reset, set Mute Lock to On. (For more information on the Mute function, see page 29.) 33

38 Velocity # PART PGM VOICE NAME Not available Velocity setting Range Default 88 This determines the note on velocity of the built-in keyboard. All notes that you play from the MU5 s keyboard will be at this fixed velocity, and sound at the same level. This velocity is also transmitted to connected devices via the MIDI or TO HOST terminals. However, this does not affect the incoming velocity of notes played from a connected sequencer or external keyboard. NOTE Keep in mind that when playing the MU5 s keyboard, the actual sound level of a Part also depends on the Volume setting in the Part Edit mode. If the Volume setting is at or near the minimum, the Part may be very low in level, no matter what the Velocity setting made here. 34

39 Utility Mode Local Control # PART PGM VOICE NAME Not available Local Control setting Settings Default Off, On (Use the -/= buttons to change this setting.) On This determines whether or not the internal tone generator responds to the notes you play on the MU5 s keyboard. Setting this to Off effectively disconnects the MU5 keyboard from the internal tone generator. However, notes played on the keyboard are still transmitted via the TO HOST or MIDI OUT terminals. HINT One useful application of Local Control is when you ve connected the MU5 to another tone generator and want to play only that tone generator and leave the MU5 Voices silent. A more common application would be when using the MU5 keyboard to input notes to a sequencer. If the sequencer is also set up to play back data using the Voices of the MU5, when you play the MU5, it will be sounding its own voices twice once from the keyboard, and after a very brief delay, again from the MIDI data coming from the sequencer. This not only decreases the available polyphony of the MU5 by half, but also creates an undesirable flanging sound. To remedy the problem, set Local Control to Off. 35

40 Dump Out # PART PGM VOICE NAME Settings Default 1 16, All All Not available Device number setting (see boxed section on page 37). This function allows you to save the current parameter settings of the MU5 to a MIDI sequencer, computer or a MIDI data recorder (such as the Yamaha MDF2 MIDI Data Filer). Saving & Restoring Data via MIDI MU5 MIDI OUT MIDI IN MIDI IN MIDI OUT Bulk Dump data can be sent and received using the MIDI IN and MIDI OUT connections. MIDI DATA RECORDER Saving & Restoring Data via TO HOST MU5 TO HOST SERIAL PORT COMPUTER/ MIDI DATA RECORDER Bulk Dump data can be sent and received using the TO HOST connection. 36

41 Utility Mode Operation 1 Make sure that the MU5 is properly connected to the device and that the HOST SELECT switch is properly set. When using the MIDI terminals, connect the MIDI OUT of the MU5 to the MIDI IN of the data recorder. (See the Saving & Restoring Data via MIDI illustration above.) Also, set the HOST SELECT switch to MIDI. When using the TO HOST terminal, make sure that the HOST SELECT switch is set corresponding to the device to be used. (Refer to pages for more on host computer connections.) 2 Simultaneously hold down the s buttons and press E. A Sending message appears in the display during the operation. Once started, the operation cannot be stopped. When the operation is completed, the MU5 returns to the normal Play mode. Setting the Device Number The settings allow you to select the device number specified for the data dump. If you are using more than one MU5, set a different device number (1 16) for each unit before sending the data. If you have only one MU5, set this to ALL. When using the number keys to enter a value for device number, the value 0 corresponds to ALL. To reload the data from the data recorder back to the MU5: Make sure that the devices are properly connected (see the Saving & Restoring Data via MIDI illustrations above), and execute the appropriate data transfer operation from the data recorder. (Refer to the owner s manual of that device for instructions.) The MU5 automatically receives incoming bulk data. 37

42 Initialize All # PART PGM VOICE NAME This operation allows you to restore the original factory settings of the MU5. CAUTION! Using Initialize All will erase whatever settings you ve made on the MU5. If you have important settings you wish to keep, store them to a MIDI data recorder with the Dump Out function. (See page 36.) Operation Simultaneously hold down the s buttons and press E. When the operation is completed, a Finished message appears in the display and the MU5 returns to the normal Play mode. 38

43 Part Edit Mode Part Edit Mode The Part Edit mode allows you to change certain settings for each individual Part. Keep in mind, though, that the settings you make may automatically change when playing songs on a connected sequencer. For example, the song data may include different Volume, Pan and Note Shift settings for each Part. Volume Volume setting # PART PGM VOICE NAME Selected Part Graphically shows Volume position for each Part. Range Default This determines the Volume of the selected Part. The Volume setting is graphically represented by bars in the display. NOTE Keep in mind that when playing the MU5 s keyboard, the actual sound level of a selected Part also depends on the Velocity setting in the Utility mode. If the Velocity setting is at or near the minimum, the Part may be very low in level, no matter what the Volume setting made here. 39

44 Pan Pan setting # PART PGM VOICE NAME Selected Part Graphically shows Pan position for each Part Range L 64 C 00 R 63 Default C 00 This determines the stereo position of a selected Part. The Pan position is graphically represented by bars in the display. A double bar (equal sign) in the middle represents the center position (C 00), while a bar at the top indicates full right (R 63) and a bar at the bottom indicates full left (L 64). MIDI Channel MIDI Channel setting # PART PGM VOICE NAME Selected Part Shows MIDI Channel setting for each Part. 40 Range Default 1 16, Off Part 1 = 1, Part 2 = 2, Part 3 = 3, etc. This determines the MIDI Receive Channel for each Part. For example, if a Part is set to channel 1, it responds only to MIDI data received over channel 1. For full multi-timbral operation, in which each Part is used to play a different Voice, use the default setting. (The Off setting can also be selected by using the number key 0.)