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General| Type | Sound module |
|---|---|
| Polyphony | 24 voices |
| Multitimbral | 16 parts |
| Sound Source | PCM |
| Wave Memory | 4 MB |
| Effects | Reverb, Chorus |
| MIDI Ports | In, Out, Thru |
| Power Supply | AC adapter |
| Presets | 9 drum sets |
| MIDI Compatibility | GM, GS |
| Outputs | Stereo, Headphone |
| Synthesis Method | LA Synthesis (Linear Arithmetic Synthesis) |
Guidelines for safe power supply usage and connecting external devices to prevent damage.
Warnings about impact, liquid penetration, display pressure, and heat radiation.
Identification and function of controls on the front panel, including POWER, VOLUME, and display.
Details on rear panel connectors like MIDI IN/OUT, Audio Input/Output, and AC adaptor jack.
Explanation of MIDI IN connectors and how to connect MIDI devices like keyboards and sequencers.
Procedure for safely turning off the Sound Canvas and connected MIDI devices.
Procedure for selecting and changing instruments for each part.
How to change instruments using an external MIDI device and program change messages.
Guide to setting the overall volume level for all parts using LEVEL buttons.
Instructions for setting the stereo location (pan) for all parts.
Steps to adjust the amount of reverb applied to sounds.
Steps to adjust the amount of chorus applied to sounds.
Procedure for changing the overall pitch of notes in semitone steps.
Steps to select and change the instrument assigned to a specific part.
Guide for changing instruments using MIDI program change messages.
Procedure for selecting different drum sets available on the Sound Canvas.
Instructions for changing drum sets using an external MIDI device.
Adjusting the volume level for each individual part.
Adjusting the stereo position for each individual part.
Adjusting the reverb effect level for each individual part.
Adjusting the chorus effect level for each individual part.
Procedure to adjust the Sound Canvas's pitch to match another instrument.
Instructions for setting the Sound Canvas to match the MT-32 sound arrangement.
Procedure to format the unit to the basic GS Standard settings.
Steps to restore the Sound Canvas to its original factory preset settings.
Procedure to change the MIDI channel each part receives messages on.
Procedure for selecting and changing instrument variations.
Procedure to save all Sound Canvas settings to a sequencer.
Instructions for loading settings from a sequencer into the Sound Canvas.
Troubleshooting steps for power-on failures and no sound issues.
Troubleshooting for specific parts not sounding and MIDI channel mismatches.
Troubleshooting for incorrect pitch, instrument changes, and strange sounds.
Troubleshooting for exclusive messages not being received or parts being cut off.
Reference table for system functions and all parts settings when ALL indicator is on.
Reference table for individual part settings when ALL indicator is off.
Technical details including number of parts, polyphony, connectors, and dimensions.
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