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PianoDisc PDS-128 Plus Silent Drive User Manual

PianoDisc PDS-128 Plus Silent Drive
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Table of Contents

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PianoDisc PDS-128 Plus Silent Drive Specifications

General IconGeneral
Silent DriveYes
MIDI OutputYes
MIDI RecordingYes
MIDI PlaybackYes
Number of Playback Levels128
Polyphony128 notes
Headphone JackYes
USB PortYes
Power SupplyAC Adapter
CompatibilityCompatible with most acoustic pianos

Summary

Safety and Regulatory Information

Safety Instructions and Markings

Details essential safety precautions, warnings, and special markings for system operation.

FCC Compliance Information

Outlines FCC regulations concerning radio frequency energy emitted by the device.

PianoDisc PDS-128Plus System Overview

Hardware Interface Description

Details the front, rear, and side panels of the PDS-128Plus, including controls and ports.

Key Features and Controls Explained

Provides a general overview of the system's features and how to operate its controls.

Quick-Start Guide to Music Playback

Offers a simplified guide to get the PianoDisc system up and running quickly.

Diskette Mode Operations

Selecting Diskette Mode and Mode Pages

Explains how to enter Diskette Mode and navigate through its primary function pages.

Playback Controls: Tempo, Transpose, Balance, Sync

Covers adjustments for music playback speed, pitch, volume mix, and timing synchronization.

Piano, Split, Accompaniment, and Education Features

Details piano silencing, keyboard splitting, accompaniment sounds, and educational modes.

Repeat, Shuffle, Source, and Data Management

Explains repeat functions, shuffle playback, source selection, and disk data operations.

Front Panel Functions and Recording

Front Panel Functionality Overview

Describes the main functions accessible via the PDS-128Plus front panel controls.

Recording Musical Performances

Details the process for recording MIDI data from various sources onto diskettes or MX libraries.

CD Mode Operations

Selecting CD Mode and Navigation

Guides users on how to access and navigate the CD playback mode.

CD Playback Adjustments and Controls

Covers CD playback settings like Sync, Balance, Transpose, Treble, and Bass.

CD Mode Options: Bypass and Defeat

Explains CD mode options for audio pass-through and disabling specific playback adjustments.

MX (Music Expansion) Mode

Introduction to the MX Option

Highlights the benefits and capabilities of the PDS-128Plus Music Expansion feature.

MX Mode Navigation and Basic Features

Explains selecting MX Mode and navigating its primary function pages and libraries.

Advanced MX Playback Customization

Details advanced MX features for controlling playback order, song selection, and library management.

Remote Control Usage

Remote Control Functions and Operation

Describes the remote control's buttons and how to use them for system operation.

Direct Song Access and Remote Settings

Explains direct song selection and managing remote control type and settings.

Appendices and Technical Reference

Appendix A: Accompaniment Instrument List

Lists all available 'accompanying' sounds for use in Accompaniment Mode.

Appendix C: Music Software Formats

Details the music libraries and file formats compatible with the PDS-128Plus.

Appendix D: Educational Software Guide

Explains how to use educational software for learning to play the piano.

Appendix I: Troubleshooting Common Problems

Provides solutions for common issues encountered while operating the system.

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