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E-Mu Proformance Operation Manual

Summary of Proformance

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    Operation manual proformance proformance + contents inventory 6 introduction 7 connections 8 basic operation 10 make music 12 presets 13 controls 16 overflow mode 18 introduction to midi 19.

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    Proformance 2.

  • Page 3: Caution

    Operation manual 3 different countries may require the use of a different ac adapter or attachment plug, or both. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, refer servicing to qualified service person- nel. To reduce risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this product to rain or moisture. C...

  • Page 4

    Proformance 4 safety instructions 5. The proformance should only be connected to an ac adapter of the type described in the operating instructions and included with the product. 6. The ac adapter of the proformance should be un- plugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time. 7. ...

  • Page 5: Save These  Instructions

    Operation manual 5 the fcc rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installa- tion. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or televis...

  • Page 6: Inventory

    Proformance 6 inventory unpacking the proformance the proformance shipping carton should contain the following items: ■ this manual ■ the proformance module ■ the ac adapter and power cord if any of the above items are missing, please contact e-mu customer service at (408) 438-1921 between the hours...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Operation manual 7 introduction plus formance pro volume fine tune transpose midi channel preset power/midi 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 demo omni split 13 12 11 10 9 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 midi 15 14 13 12 11 10 a f c +oct +2oct d e f -oct -2oct b a g g d c the proformance/1, 16-bit true stereo piano module provides...

  • Page 8: Connections

    Proformance 8 connections power connect the ac adapter to the 9v ac power jack on the rear of the proformance. Midi in the proformance is controlled by midi messages re- ceived at the midi in connector. Connect the midi in of the pro formance to the midi out of a midi controller such as a midi keybo...

  • Page 9: Connection Instructions

    Operation manual 9 midi controller (midi keyboard, sequencer, computer, etc.) midi out mixer amp & speakers home stereo male rca plug to male phone plug to audio outs additional midi devices midi in l r use the left audio output for stereophones out thru audio output e-mu systems, inc. Midi in left/...

  • Page 10: Basic Operation

    Proformance 10 basic operation ■ power/midi activity led - glows green, indicating that power is connected and flashes when midi data is being received. ■ volume control - this is the master volume control. The pro formance has a relatively high output level in order to drive headphones. If you hear...

  • Page 11: Basic Operation

    Operation manual 11 ■ midi channel selector - this control selects the midi channel number in poly mode, and also selects omni mode, the keyboard split point ( + unit only) or the demo sequence. ● when a midi channel number is selected, the pro formance is automatically placed in poly mode and will ...

  • Page 12: Problem Solver

    Proformance 12 ● the green led on the front panel is not lit. ● the green led is lit, but doesn't flash when notes are played. ● the green led flashes, but the proformance does not make any sound. ● the demo plays, and the green light flashes, but the pro formance doesn't play from the keyboard. ● w...

  • Page 13: Presets   (Standard Unit)

    Operation manual 13 presets (standard unit) 1. Dark grand medium touch sensitivity and dynamic tonal response, perfect for solo pieces. 2. Classic grand medium touch sensitivity and brighter overall tone make this piano ideal for ensembles or concertos. 3. Mellow ivory medium touch sensitivity and o...

  • Page 14: Presets

    Proformance 14 in addition to the grand piano sounds, the proformance + contains samples of electric piano, electric and acoustic bass, vibes, and organ for a total of 32 presets. Presets 16 - 32 can be accessed only via a midi program change command. + presets 1. Dark grand medium touch sensitivity...

  • Page 15: Proformance + Presets

    Operation manual 15 14. Piano bell an 8-voice, electronic synth keyboard patch. 15. Acou. Bass/elec. Piano split preset. 16. Acoustic bass/vibes split preset. 17. Electricbass/piano split preset. 18. Honky tonk very detuned and bright, good for ragtime. 19. Acoustic bass/organ split preset. 20. Elec...

  • Page 16: Proformance Controls

    Proformance 16 your midi keyboard controller may have two or more control wheels. Proformance controls mod. Wheel pitch wheel ■ control wheels your midi keyboard will probably have a pair of control wheels (or levers) located on the left side of the unit. The left wheel or lever is usually spring lo...

  • Page 17: Proformance

    Operation manual 17 in most cases, your midi keyboard will probably already be set up to transmit the proper controller messages. If a particular controller does not seem to work, consult the midi implementation chart for your midi keyboard. Proformance midi controllers controller pitch wheel mod. W...

  • Page 18: Overflow Mode

    Proformance 18 l l r r out thru audio output e-mu systems, inc. Midi in left/stereo right/mono 9v ac power midi controller (midi keyboard, sequencer, etc.) midi out out thru audio output e-mu systems, inc. Midi in left/stereo right/mono 9v ac power mixer amp & speakers two y-cables may be used in li...

  • Page 19: Introduction To  Midi

    Operation manual 19 midi, or musical instrument digital interface, is a link between musical instruments which allows various types of musical equipment to be connected together. The midi cable transmits information about the status of one instrument to another. For example, when you press a key on ...

  • Page 20: Introduction To  Midi

    Proformance 20 introduction to midi 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 demo omni split 13 12 11 10 9 midi channel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 demo omni split 13 12 11 10 9 midi channel continuous controllers there are many specific continuous controllers for each midi channel. A continuous controller is a knob or wheel that can b...

  • Page 21: Midi Implementation Chart

    Operation manual 21 the midi implementation chart is designed to show a particular instrument's midi parameters at a glance. This chart shows the midi parameters transmitted and received by the proformance. Check the midi implementation chart for your midi controller to see which parameters it trans...

  • Page 22

    Proformance 22 world headquarters e-mu/ensoniq p.O. Box 660015 scotts valley, ca usa 95067-0015 telephone: 831-438-1921 fax: 831-438-8612 europe, africa, middle east e-mu systems suite 6, adam ferguson house eskmills industrial park musselburgh, east lothian scotland, eh21 7pq telephone: +44 (0) 131...