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Casio DH-100 - User Manual

Casio DH-100
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CASIO
DIGITAL
HORN
DH-100
PLAYER'S
MANUA
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Casio DH-100 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCasio
ModelDH-100
CategoryHorn
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Main Features

Preset Tones

Features 6 ultra-realistic horn sounds including saxophone, trumpet, synth-reed, oboe, clarinet, and flute.

Built-in Speaker

High-quality speaker integrated for portable performance with battery or AC power.

Portamento Effect

Adds a "gliding" effect for natural, horn-like transitions between notes.

Octave Transpose

Allows raising or lowering the performance key by 2 octaves for sound variation.

Breath & Fingering Modes

Offers choice between blowing or fingering-only modes, with two fingering patterns.

MIDI Output Capability

Enables control of other MIDI instruments or sound sources via MIDI OUT terminal.

Supplying Power

Battery Power

Details inserting, replacing, and battery life of 5 AA batteries for portable power.

AC Power Adaptor

Connects to standard household current using an optional AD-1 AC adaptor for power.

Car Power Adaptor

Connects to a car cigarette lighter using an optional CA-1 adaptor for power.

Auto Power OFF Function

Cancelling Auto Power OFF

Instructions on how to disable automatic power shut-off by holding specific keys.

General Guide

Instrument Overview

Identifies key parts and controls of the DH-100 Digital Horn via diagrams.

Making Music Basics

Initialized Settings

Explains the default settings for TONE, TRANSPOSE, FINGERING PATTERN, and AUTO POWER OFF.

Breath Modes

Breath Mode ON

Describes playing by blowing through the mouthpiece like a conventional horn.

Breath Mode OFF

Describes playing by fingering keys without blowing, useful for practice.

Preset Tones

Tone Selection and Ranges

Details the 6 preset tones and their respective pitch ranges and fingering compatibility.

Portamento Effect

Using the Portamento Key

Explains how to activate the portamento effect by holding the Portamento key for note transitions.

Fingering Patterns

Recorder Fingering

Explains the standard recorder fingering system with a sharp key for chromatic changes.

Casio Original Fingering

Describes Casio's original fingering system for ease of use, covering a 4-octave range.

Changing Fingering Modes

Instructions on how to switch between recorder and Casio original fingering patterns.

Performance Tips

Playing Posture & Finger Positioning

Guidance on correct posture, strap adjustment, and finger placement for optimal play.

Air Flow & Staccato Techniques

Tips on varying air flow strength and using tongue for staccato effects like double-tonguing.

Transpose Function

Transpose Operation

Explains how to raise the performance key in half-step increments up to C5.

Resetting Transpose

Instructions on how to reset the transpose function to the default C4 setting.

MIDI Connectivity

MIDI Output and Control

Details connecting the DH-100 to other MIDI devices for remote control and sound generation.

MIDI Performance Notes

Explains MIDI message output, impact of transpose, and refers to the implementation chart.

Care and Maintenance

General Care Instructions

Advises on avoiding extreme conditions, modifications, and improper use to prevent damage.

Mouthpiece Cleaning

Provides step-by-step instructions for cleaning the mouthpiece and rubber parts.

Specifications

Technical Data

Lists detailed technical specifications including preset tones, effects, power, dimensions, and accessories.

FCC Compliance

Interference Guidelines

Explains FCC rules for Class B devices and provides measures to correct radio/TV interference.

MIDI Implementation Chart

Transmitted & Recognized Functions

Details the MIDI functions transmitted and recognized by the DH-100, including notes, velocity, and control messages.

MIDI Modes & Remarks

Explains different MIDI modes (OMNI/MONO, ON/OFF) and provides remarks on fingering and portamento.