Sequential Split-Eight - Preparation for Operation; Initial Connections; Powering On the Unit; Pre-Play Checks and Settings

PREPARATION
WARNING! Switch power off to all equipment in use before
connecting or disconnecting anything.
1. Connect audio outputs.
For a monophonic system, use MIX OUTPUT. This signal contains
both the A and B channels, plus the chorus.
Note: The built-in chorus is only available at this output.
For a stereo or mixer-input system, use the separate A and B
OUTPUTS. This will be most useful when the keyboard is in Split or
Double mode. In Split mode, Channel A comes from the right side of
the keyboard and Channel B comes from the left. In Double mode,
playing anywhere on the keyboard plays both channels simultaneously.
2. If desired, connect optional footswitch to CASS/FTSW IN.
Use Sequential Model 839 or equivalent (momentary-type,
normally open). The footswitch control functions are explained below,
under Performance Parameters.
3. For cassette interface connections see Cassette Interface section
(below).
4. For MIDI connections, see the MIDI section (below).
CAUTION! Before proceeding, check that the power switch is set
to OFF.
5. Connect power cable to a properly-grounded power line.
6. Switch power on.
Normal indications are that the right display counts from "1" to
"8", indicating which voice is tuning up. When this ends, Preset lights,
and program 11 is automatically selected.
If you do not obtain these visual indications, check your power
source first, then the fuse (1/2A, slo-blo).
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CAUTION! To prevent a loud pop, when switching Split-Eight
power off, switch off amplifier power first. Also, to protect the
memory, use the power switch on the back of the Split-Eight (rather
than unplugging it).
7. Adjust Volume A and B.
CAUTION! To protect ears and speakers, before playing, reduce
both Volume A and B to minimum. .Then play the keyboard and
increase both volumes gradually.
Note: The volume controls are also used to balance the channels,
so you will often want to adjust them simultaneously. (For best
signal-to-noise ratio, raise the A and B Volumes while lowering the
amplifier gain.)
8. Check that the Pitch wheel is centered.
Always start with this wheel centered in its "detent." From this
position it is possible to bend pitch upwards or downwards by as much
as a major 3rd.
9. Check that the Mod wheel is fully down (towards you).
Start with a minimum of modulation. To increase modulation,
move the wheel forward. The effect of this depends upon the selected
program.
10. Center Master Tune. Or adjust as needed to tune the Split-Eight
to a piano, for example.
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