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Yamaha DX7 II D User Manual

Yamaha DX7 II D
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YAMAHA
AUTHORIZED
PRODUCT MANUAL
DIGITAL PROGRAMMABLE ALGORITHM SYNTHESIZER

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Yamaha DX7 II D Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeDigital Synthesizer
Polyphony16 voices
Oscillators6 operators
LFO1 LFO
Keyboard61 keys, velocity and aftertouch sensitive
Year Released1987
Sound EngineFM
Synthesis TypeFM (Frequency Modulation)
EffectsChorus
MIDIIn/Out
OutputsStereo

Summary

Section 1: Playing the DX7 II FD/D

Getting Started

Basic steps for initial setup, including audio connections and powering on the synthesizer.

Exploring The New Performance Library

Guide to selecting and using internal and cartridge performance memories on the synthesizer.

Exploring The New Voice Library

Instructions for navigating and selecting internal and cartridge voice memories.

The Play Modes

Details on Single, Dual, and Split voice modes and their operational characteristics.

Using Controllers with the DX

Explains the function and use of pitch bend, modulation, and other performance controllers.

Section 2: Creating and Storing New Sounds

Saving New Sounds

Procedures for memory protection and saving edited voice and performance data.

Creating New Sounds

Introduction to editing processes, edit modes, and the functions of edit buttons.

Section 3: Using the New Performance Features

Performance Edit Buttons

Detailed guide to performance edit buttons and their associated LCD displays for parameter control.

Basic Performance Parameters

Explanation of fundamental performance settings like Volume, Balance, Detune, and Split Point.

Pan

How to utilize pan functions for stereo effects and level adjustments in performance modes.

Controllers

Configuration of footswitches and continuous sliders for performance control.

Micro Tuning

Overview of alternate intonation systems and their editing and storage.

Voice Edit Buttons

Section 4: Using the New Voice Features

Basic Voice Editing Functions

Explains operator selection, on/off controls, and EG copy for voice editing.

New Voice Parameters

Details on pitch envelope, LFO settings, and key modes for voice parameter configuration.

Controllers

Adjusting pitch bend modes, function data, and voice effect parameters.

Fractional Scaling

Method for fine-tuning operator output levels across keyboard note groups.

Section 5: Memory Functions

Utility Buttons

Functions accessed via buttons 14-16 for memory management and system utilities.

Memory Layout

Diagram illustrating the organization and relationships between different memory types.

Memory Types

Overview of distinct memory categories including Voice, Performance, Setup, and Tuning.

Memory Storage Types

Methods for storing data using Internal, Cartridge, ROM, and Disk memory.

Basic Utility Functions

Core utility operations such as Master Tuning, Recall Edit, and Initialization.

Cartridge Memory Functions

Procedures for using, formatting, and loading data from RAM cartridges.

Disk Memory Functions (FD Only)

Guidelines for handling floppy disks and performing basic disk drive operations.

Section 6: MIDI Functions

MIDI Buttons

Explanation of MIDI functions controlled by buttons 31-32 and their LCD displays.

System Setup

Configuration of MIDI channels, note transmission, and local control settings.

MIDI Data Communications

Details on MIDI device numbers, receive blocks, and MIDI out transmissions.

Appendix 3: MIDI Implementation Chart

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