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General| Synthesis Type | FM (Frequency Modulation) |
|---|---|
| Oscillators | 6 operators per voice |
| Algorithms | 32 |
| Waveforms | Sine wave |
| Velocity Sensitivity | Yes |
| Aftertouch | Yes |
| Memory | 64 patches |
| Control | MIDI |
| Year Released | 1985 |
| Polyphony | 16 voices |
| Envelopes | 6-stage (per operator) |
| LFO | 1 LFO |
| Keyboard | 76 keys |
| Storage | RAM |
| Outputs | Stereo |
| MIDI | In, Out, Thru |
| Type | Digital Synthesizer |
Choose the installation location for the DX5 with caution.
Do not attempt to clean the exterior with chemical solvents.
Do not open the cabinet or attempt to make your own repairs.
When moving the instrument be sure to unplug the AC mains cord.
Avoid applying excessive force to switches and slide controls.
Turn the DX5 off and unplug from the AC power outlet during storms.
Keep DX5 several feet from sources of electromagnetic fields.
Explains the choice of audio outputs for compatibility with sound systems.
Details the connection and use of optional foot controllers and footswitches.
Locates headphone and breath controller jacks and headphone level control.
Describes MIDI terminals for connecting to other MIDI compatible equipment.
Instructions on connecting the AC power cord and location of the power switch.
Explains how to fit the music rack into the rear panel sockets.
Details the arrangement of internal voice memory in four banks of 8 voices per channel.
Explains the use of external cartridge voice memory for additional voices.
Describes the arrangement of performance memory in 8 banks of 8 combinations.
Explains the function of voice and performance edit buffers for programming.
Explains how to select internal or external cartridge voice memory.
Details SINGLE, DUAL, and SPLIT keyboard modes for voice assignment.
Explains how to balance levels of channel A and B voices using the BALANCE A/B control.
Describes how to select individual voices using the violet switches.
Explains the information displayed on the 2-line 40-character LCD panel.
Describes selecting performance memories using light-green switches.
Explains how to call and display the performance name.
Details how to access data from a performance cartridge.
Explains the organization of programmable parameters into 'jobs'.
Details how to activate and access function jobs using panel switches.
Explains how to alter parameter values using the DATA ENTRY control and switches.
Provides an overview of programmable parameters not directly related to voice programming.
Explains the fundamentals of FM synthesis using operators, carriers, and modulators.
Details how to enter EDIT and COMPARE modes for voice editing.
Describes the selection and programming of individual voice parameters.
Explains how to transpose the overall pitch of the keyboard.
Details how to assign an identifying name to voices.
Discusses editing presets vs. programming from scratch.
Simultaneously stores voice and performance edit buffer contents to memory.
Permits storing voice data from the voice edit buffer to a specified memory location.
Permits storing performance memory data from the edit buffer to a specified location.
Covers copying and saving operator data using temporary memory.
Details initializing and recalling voice/performance edit buffers.
Explains saving, loading, and formatting RAM cartridges.
Covers write protection, clearing memory, and checking the backup battery.
Controls MIDI transmission/reception and remote sequencer control.
Configures output of various MIDI data groups (event, aftertouch, system exclusive, Omni mode, channel, program change, switch assign).
Manages transmission of internal voice or performance memory data.
Details keyboard range, touch control, and FM tone generator specifications.
Specifies internal memory structure and simultaneous note output.
Lists panel controls, LCD display details, and connection interfaces.
Outlines available voice edit parameters and refers to function jobs.
Provides dimensions, weight, power requirements, consumption, and accessories.
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