Casio VL-1 User Manual

Allows sound creation by applying 8 different sound wave elements for mini-synthesizer effects.

Switches keyboard to calculator mode for basic arithmetic operations up to 8 digits.

Avoid extreme temperatures, shock, moisture; do not disassemble. Handle used batteries safely.

Uses 4 AA batteries; provides approx. 12 hours music or 4,000 hours calculator use.

Replace batteries correctly, aligning poles. Remove for long periods of non-use.

Operates via optional AC adaptor with correct voltage; battery power disconnects automatically.

Adaptor may heat up normally; disconnect when not in use. Use only Casio adaptor to prevent damage.

Details the function of each part, including selectors, keys, display, and terminals.

Set selector to REC, press clear key, then press keyboard keys to store notes.

Set selector to PLAY, press key; stored notes play sequentially by pressing keys.

Press delete key to correct mistakes while storing notes or locating wrong notes.

Set selector to REC, press key, store notes by pressing keyboard keys, press key to finish.

Set selector to PLAY, press key; melody plays automatically. Repeat Play available.

Set selector to REC, press key, play melody on keyboard, press key to finish storage.

Set selector to PLAY, press key; the entire melody plays back automatically.

Explains how pitch, loudness, timbre, and envelope (attack/decay) determine sound character.

ADSR is an acronym for Attack, Decay, Sustain Level, Sustain Time, Release Time.

Explains how Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release times/levels affect sound wave characteristics.

Details keyboard, sounds, rhythms, melody, memory capacity, and pitch control.

Lists calculator abilities, number of digits, decimal system, and overflow check system.