APPENDIX 3
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SIMMs also come in various sizes. Please note the following memory configurations that are
possible in the S2000.
Internal
2M
2M
2M
2M
2M
2M
SIMMs Slot 1
None
4M
4M
16M
16M
16M
SIMMs Slot 2 TOTAL
None
None
4M
None
4M
16M
2M
6M
10M
18M
22M
32M
* When 2 x 16M SIMMs are installed, the internal 2Meg is ignored.
*
NOTE: Memory chips are sensitive to static electricity. Please observe the following safety
precautions:
• Unplug the S2000 before installing the board(s).
• The SIMMs may come with a special wrist strap to discharge static electricity. We suggest
you attach the strap to the S2000’s case. If a wrist strap or any other such accessory is not
supplied, try discharging any static by touching an earthed metal object before handling
the boards.
• Always handle the memory board by its edges - avoid touching the components on the
board.
• To minimise static electricity, avoid carpeted areas and low humidity areas.
INSTALLING THE FMX008 FLASH ROM BOARDS
As well as being able to install up to 32Mbytes of RAM (Random Access Memory), you may also
install a further 16Mbytes of ROM (Read Only Memory) giving the S2000 a total of 48Mbytes of
memory. Normally, ROM, being read only, cannot be used to save data and the data contained
in ROM is usually ‘blown’ into it at the factory. However, the contents of the ROM are retained
when you turn the power off. RAM, on the other hand, allows you to put any sound you like
into memory but, of course, this will be lost when you turn the power off. However, FLASH
ROM has the benefits of both RAM and ROM in that the you can write data to it much like RAM
but, when you power down, the contents are retained.
This allows you to load your favourite sounds from disk (i.e. the ones you find yourself using
regularly) and save them to the FLASH ROM so that they reside in the sampler permanently.
Once in the FLASH ROM, you do not need to go through lengthy disk loading routines every
time you want to use these sounds.
You may install up to two 8Mbyte FMX008 FLASH ROM boards into the S2000. To install the
boards, insert them into the ROM board sockets. Do not use excessive force to insert these
boards.
NOTE: You will need Version 1.5 in order to use the FMX008. You may also need the new
boot-up ROM.
Please consult your local Akai dealer for details on these and other options.
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