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GEM Prp800 - User Manual

GEM Prp800
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DIGITAL KEY BOARDS
•English
owners manual
Prp700
Prp800
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GEM Prp800 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeDigital Piano
Keyboard88 keys
EffectsReverb, Chorus
MIDIYes
SpeakersYes
ConnectivityMIDI In/Out

Summary

GEM Prp700;Prp800 Owners Manual

Introduction to the Digital Pianos

Welcome and brief overview for new owners of the GEM digital pianos.

Safety and Installation Guidelines

Understanding Warning Symbols

Explanation of the graphical warning symbols used in the manual.

Essential Safety Precautions

Critical safety instructions for operating the instrument to prevent hazards.

Package Contents Overview

Included Items List

Itemization of accessories and components included with the piano.

Control Panel Features

Sequencer and Playback Controls

Controls for recording, playback, tempo, and song library functions.

Sound and Effect Selection Buttons

Buttons for choosing presets, variations, split, and effects.

Core Operational Buttons

Buttons for balance, functions, transpose, reverb, and touch.

Initial Setup and Basic Operation

Instrument Power-Up Procedure

Steps for connecting power and turning on the piano for the first time.

Volume Adjustment and Headphone Use

How to set the main volume and connect headphones for private listening.

Demo Song Playback Guide

Instructions on how to activate and listen to the instrument's demonstration songs.

Preset Sound Management

Selecting Individual Presets

How to choose from the 32 available instrument sounds.

Utilizing Preset Variations

Accessing and applying variations to the selected presets.

Creating Layered Sounds

Combining two presets simultaneously to create layered sound textures.

Advanced Sound Modes

Layering Presets and Variations

Detailed steps for layering sounds with and without variations.

Splitting the Keyboard Function

How to divide the keyboard into two sections for different sounds.

Adjusting Layer Volume Balance

Fine-tuning the volume mix between sounds in layer mode.

Reverb Effect Control

Selecting Reverb Types

How to choose different reverb styles (Stage, Hall, Room).

Editing Reverb Send Levels

Customizing the amount of reverb sent to sounds in presets.

EFX (Additional Effects)

Selecting EFX Types

Choosing from effects like Delay, Tremolo, Phaser, Chorus.

Editing EFX Send Levels

Customizing the amount of EFX sent to sounds in presets.

Keyboard Touch and Pitch Adjustment

Selecting Touch Dynamic Curves

Adjusting how the keyboard velocity affects sound dynamics.

Programming Fixed Velocity

Setting a constant dynamic value for keyboard output.

Global Transpose Function

Shifting the overall pitch of the instrument up or down.

Metronome Functions

Using the Metronome for Practice

Activating and utilizing the built-in metronome.

Metronome Setup Options

Customizing time signature, accent, and volume.

Song Recording and Playback

Recording a Musical Performance

Step-by-step guide to recording performances on the instrument.

Playback Modes Explained

How to play back recorded songs in different continuation modes.

Recording the Second Track

Instructions for recording a second part to complement a first track.

Song Management and Recording Modes

Erasing Recorded Tracks and Songs

Procedures for deleting individual tracks or entire recorded songs.

Recording Mode Selection: Overdub;Replace

Choosing between Overdub and Replace modes for track recording.

Recording with Metronome Guide

Utilizing metronome settings during the song recording process.

Internal Song Library Features

Selecting and Playing Library Songs

How to choose and listen to songs from the internal library.

Keyboard Song Selection Method

Using piano keys to select songs from the library.

Muting Parts for Practice

Silencing left or right hand parts for focused practice.

Tempo Adjustment for Library Songs

Modifying the playback speed of songs from the internal library.

Looping Song Sections with Markers

Setting loop points to repeat specific song sections during playback.

Piano Functions - Part 1

F1: Temperament Settings

Choosing different musical tuning scales for the instrument.

F2: Global Tuning Adjustment

Fine-tuning the overall pitch of the instrument.

F3: MIDI Input Configuration

Setting up parameters for incoming MIDI data from other devices.

Piano Functions - MIDI Operations

F4: MIDI Output Configuration

Setting up parameters for outgoing MIDI data to other devices.

F5: MIDI Local Control Management

Controlling the instrument's response to MIDI keyboard input.

F6: MIDI Transpose Settings

Adjusting MIDI note transposition for transmission and reception.

F7: MIDI Filtering Options

Configuring filters for incoming MIDI messages.

Piano Functions - System and Reverb

F8: Startup Mode Selection

Choosing between factory or user-defined default startup settings.

F9: MIDI Data Transfer (Dump)

Saving recorded songs to an external MIDI sequencer.

F10: USB Port Mode Selection

Setting the USB connection mode for PC communication.

F11: Reverb Parameter Adjustments

Fine-tuning reverb parameters like depth, time, and predelay.

Piano Functions - Advanced Effects and Controls

F12: EFX Parameter Adjustments

Fine-tuning effect parameters such as Depth, Param1, and Param2.

F13: Equalizer On;Off

Enabling or disabling the internal equalizer function.

F14: Damper Physical Model

Activating or deactivating the damper physical modeling feature.

F15: Decay Envelope Settings

Selecting decay envelope modes for damper pedal sounds.

F16: Power LED Control

Turning the front panel power indicator light on or off.

Rear Panel Connections

Audio, Pedal, and Power Jacks

Details on connecting speakers, pedals, and the power supply.

MIDI and USB Interface Ports

Information on the functionality of MIDI and USB ports.

Technical Specifications

Instrument Performance Data

Key technical details including polyphony, effects, dimensions, and weight.

Instrument Technologies Explained

DRAKE DSP Architecture Overview

Explanation of the core digital signal processing engine powering the pianos.

Physical Modeling Sound Synthesis

How sounds are generated using mathematical models of acoustic properties.

Key Sound Technologies Overview

Details on Natural String Resonance, Damper Model, Release, and FADE.

Manufacturer Information

Company and Product Details

Stock code, contact information, and print origin for the manual.

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