MUSIC PRODUCTION SYNTHESIZER Owner’s Manual EN
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Welcome A message from the MOTIF XF Development Team Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha MOTIF XF Music Synthesizer. Since the first MOTIF was launched in 2001, the MOTIF series has evolved with the times and has finally reached fourthgeneration status. The new MOTIF XF adds a number of significant enhancements to its predecessors and features many powerful functions that make it an indispensable tool in both music production and live performance.
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Main Features New, enhanced Voice set covering a wide range of music styles The MOTIF XF is loaded with 741 MB of preset Wave memory—more than double the size of the previous MOTIF XS—and has 136 additional Voices. These new Voices include Synthesizer, Brass, Saxophone, Strings, Guitar, Bass and Drum Kit as well as Piano, Clavi, and Combo Organ.
Contents Welcome —A message from the MOTIF XF Development Team ............... 6 About this Manual ....................................................................... 6 Accessories................................................................................. 7 About the accessory disk............................................................ 7 Main Features.............................................................................. 8 Controls and Functions 10 Top Panel ........................
Controls and Functions Top Panel 7 ! 8 @ & # 9 $ % 5 ( 6 2 ^ ) * 3 4 A-1 B-1 C0 D0 E0 F0 G0 A0 B0 C1 C2 C3 1 1 Keyboard 5 ASSIGNABLE FUNCTION buttons The MOTIF XF6 features a 61-key keyboard, while the MOTIF XF7 has 76 keys and the MOTIF XF8 has 88 keys. All are equipped with a touch response feature (both initial touch and aftertouch).
Controls and Functions NOTE For more information about 1 – 5, refer to “Controller Block” in the Reference Manual. G A I H L M C B E F N O K D C4 J P Q C5 C6 C7 9 [MULTI PART CONTROL] button ! [REMOTE ON/OFF] button (page 61) Pressing this button changes the functions assigned to the eight knobs in the Performance /Song/Pattern mode. The lamp next to the currently active parameters will light. In the Performance mode, the four knobs at the left end correspond to Parts 1 – 4.
Controls and Functions $ [MASTER EFFECT] button B [INC/YES] button (page 19) When this button is pressed (the lamp lights), the Master Effect is applied to the overall sound of this instrument. Also, to access the Master Effect setting display, press and hold the [MASTER EFFECT] button for a second or two. For increasing the value of the currently selected parameter. Also, this is used to actually execute a Job or a Store operation.
Controls and Functions Functions of the Number [1] – [16] buttons Mode [PERFORMANCE CONTROL] button [TRACK] button [MUTE] button [SOLO] button Voice Play — Keyboard transmit channel setting — — Normal Voice Edit — Changes the Edit mode from Common Edit to Element Edit and Element selection (1 – 8) Element Mute setting (9 – 16) Solo Element selection (9 – 16) Drum Voice Edit — Changes the Edit mode from Common Edit to Drum Key Edit — — Performance Play Performance Control (N) Keyboard t
Controls and Functions Rear Panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 P (Power switch) (page 16) 5 LCD Contrast Control (page 17) Press to turn power on (O) or off (N). Use this control to set the LCD display for optimum legibility. 2 AC IN (AC Power Cord Socket) 6 FireWire expansion board (FW16E) cover (page 74) Be sure to plug the AC power cord into this socket before plugging the power cord into an AC outlet. Use only the AC power cord supplied with this instrument.
Controls and Functions 7 8 9 ) ! @ # $ % 9 FOOT SWITCH jacks # PHONES (Headphone) jack (page 16) For connection of an optional FC3/FC4/FC5 Footswitch to the SUSTAIN jack and a FC4/FC5 Footswitch to the ASSIGNABLE jack. When connected to the SUSTAIN jack, the Footswitch controls sustain. When connected to ASSIGNABLE, it can control one of various different assignable functions. The function assignment can be set in the Voice Edit mode.
Setting Up Power Supply Connect the supplied AC power cord in the following order. Make sure the Power switch on the MOTIF XF is set to off. 1 Connect the supplied power cord to the AC IN on the instrument’s rear panel. 2 Connect the other end of the power cord to an AC outlet. Connecting Speakers or Headphones Since the MOTIF XF has no built-in speakers, you will need to monitor the sound of the instrument by using external equipment.
Setting Up Adjusting the Volume and the Brightness of the Display Adjust the volume levels of the MOTIF XF and the connected amplifier/speaker system. If the display is not easily visible, use the Contrast control to adjust for optimum visibility. Adjust the volume with the MASTER VOLUME slider. 1 Make sure that the cursor is located on the Song Number in the Track View display. The highlighted frame within the display is called the “cursor.
Setting Up Loading the Demo data In the default settings (when shipped from the factory), several Demo Songs and Patterns are stored to the instrument, starting at Song 01 and Pattern 01. However, you may delete them by recording your original data or loading a different Song/Pattern from an external USB storage device. To restore the original Demo data, follow the instructions below. NOTICE Loading the Demo data overwrites all the Songs or Patterns.
Basic Operation Moving the Cursor Use these four buttons to navigate the display, moving the cursor around the various selectable items and parameters in the screen. When selected, the relevant item is highlighted (the cursor appears as a dark block with inverse characters). You can change the value of the item (parameter) at which the cursor is located by using the data dial, [INC/YES] and [DEC/NO] buttons. mode. (Some displays may not have any sub-functions for these buttons.
Basic Operation Naming (Inputting Characters) This indicates that you can call up the List by pressing the [SF6] LIST button. You can freely name the data you’ve created, such as Voices, Performances, Songs, Patterns and files saved to a USB storage device. When the cursor is located on such a naming parameter, the CHAR icon appears at the lower right corner of the display. When pressing the [SF6] button in this status, the Input Character window appears as shown below.
Modes There are several operation modes in the MOTIF XF, and they can be selected by using the nine mode buttons. These modes include: Voice, Performance, Song, Pattern, Mixing, Sampling and Master. Depending on the selected mode, you can play and perform on the keyboard and create your own original music. If you want to play the keyboard conventionally, use the Voice or Performance mode. If you’re creating music, particularly multipart arrangements, use the Song or Pattern mode.
Playing the Keyboard in the Voice mode In the Voice Play display (the top display of the Voice mode), you can select and play a single Voice. The Voices of this instrument are divided into the following two types: the Voices according to the Voice type. In the Voice Play display, you can select the desired Voice from various Voice Banks and play it. NOTE For details about the Voice, refer to “Basic Structure.” For a list of Normal Voices the Preset Voices, refer to the separate Data List PDF file.
Playing the Keyboard in the Voice mode Using the Category Search function The Voices are conveniently divided into specific Categories, irrespective of their bank locations. The categories are divided based on the general instrument type or sound characteristics. The Category Search function gives you quick access to the sounds you want. 1 Press the [CATEGORY SEARCH] button in the Voice Play display. The Category Search dialog appears.
Playing the Keyboard in the Voice mode Transmitting Arpeggio playback as MIDI data The Arpeggio phrase can be transmitted as MIDI data by setting the following parameters to on: Voice Arpeggio Voice mode [UTILITY] [F3] Voice [SF3] Arpeggio “ARP MIDI Out Switch” Changing the Arpeggio type The Arpeggio type assigned to each of the [SF1] – [SF5] buttons can be changed as desired. 1 From the Voice Play display, press the [F4] button to call up the Arpeggio display.
Playing the Keyboard in the Voice mode Using the Controllers The MOTIF XF gives you an amazing amount of control options. Not only is it equipped with conventional Pitch Bend and Modulation Wheels, it also features an extensive array of special Knobs, Sliders, Ribbon Controller, and Assignable Function buttons.
Playing the Keyboard in the Voice mode 3 Press the [SELECTED PART CONTROL] button a few times so that the TONE 2 lamp lights, then rotate the Knob (at the far right). The CHORUS (as printed above the Knob) is applied to the current Voice. NOTE A red point on the Knob or Slider graphic indicates the current value to which the Knob or Slider is set. Moving the Knob or Slider has no effect on the sound until this point is reached.
Playing the Keyboard in the Voice mode Enhancing the sound with Effects 8 If desired, set each of the parameters. Try narrowing in on the desired sound by finely editing the parameters provided for each Effect Type. This instrument features a wide variety of Effects, letting you add reverb and chorus processing to the selected Voice for your keyboard performance. Simply changing the Effect type applied to the preset Voice lets you instantly come up with different sounds.
Playing the Keyboard in the Performance mode As in the Voice Play mode, the Performance Play mode is where you select and play the instrument sounds of this synthesizer. However, in the Performance mode, you can mix several different Voices together in a layer, or split them across the keyboard, or even set up a combination layer/split. Each Performance can contain up to four different Parts. Press the [PERFORM] button to enter the Performance Play mode.
Playing the Keyboard in the Performance mode velocities triggers Strings sounds with a fast attack speed. Playing the note with high velocities triggers Orchestra Hits. Orchestra Hit Part 3 Strings having the fast attack speed Part 2 Strings having the slow attack speed Part 1 4 Press the [PERFORM] button. The current Performance name will change to “Initialized Perform” in the display.
Playing the Keyboard in the Performance mode 3 Move the cursor to the NOTE LIMIT LO of the Part 2. 4 Set the lowest note of Strings sounds with a Part 2 by pressing the corresponding key while holding the [SF6] KBD button. The illustration of the keyboard indicates the specified note range in color. 5 Play the keyboard. The notes you play with your left hand sound the Piano Voice (Part 1), while the notes you play with your right hand sound the different Voice (Part 2) you have selected.
Recording in the Performance mode While experimenting and playing around with Arpeggios in the Performance mode, you may find some rhythm patterns and phrases that you like, and you may want to store them for future recall. The best and easiest way to capture these is to record your keyboard playing to a Song or Pattern. Performance Record Structure 4 By using the Performance Record function, your keyboard performance for Parts 1 – 4 will be recorded to tracks 1 – 4 of the Song/Pattern respectively.
Recording in the Performance mode 7 2 Pattern number After recording, press the [SONG] button to enter the Song Play mode, then play the recorded Song. Select a destination Pattern number. Executing the Performance Recording overwrites and erases all the previously recorded data of the specified Pattern. Make sure to select a Pattern which contains no data.
Audio Record/Playback With the Audio Record / Play function, you can now record your performances on the MOTIF XF as WAV-format audio files (44.1-kHz, 16-bit, stereo) on a USB storage device or a computer connected via a network. What’s more, the MOTIF XF can now also play WAV or AIFF audio files stored on a connected USB storage device or computer. Record and playback operations are done in the File mode, and these procedures are described in detail below.
Audio Record/Playback 9 Play the keyboard. If you set the trigger level to a value between 1 and 127, recording will begin automatically whenever the playback volume exceeds that level; furthermore, the displayed status will change from “WAITING” to “RECORDING” at that time. If you want to include the currently selected Song or Pattern in your recording, press the SEQ TRANSPORT [R] (Play) button at any time to start playback.
Using as a Master Keyboard (Master Mode) The Master mode lets you: • Create and store up to 128 programs, each containing a Voice, a Performance, a Song or a Pattern—which can be instantly called up for use. • Assign up to eight separate Zones in each Master program for use as a master keyboard. You can use the Master mode to memorize the settings you use most often, including the information on which mode is used, and call up these settings instantly anytime you need them with a single button press.
Using as a Master Keyboard (Master Mode) 7 Press the Number [1] button to enter Zone Edit. 8 Set the parameters for Zone 1 on each of the [F1] – [F5] displays. 9 Press one of the [2] – [8] buttons then set the parameters for Zone 2 – 8 on each of the [F1] – [F5] displays. 10 After setting all the desired parameters, press the [STORE] button to store your settings as a Master program.
Creating an original Song Now that you’ve learned some of the basic features of the MOTIF XF—including how to select Voices and Performances, play with the Arpeggios, and record your playing and Arpeggio playback to a Song or Pattern—you’re ready to create your own original Song. The MOTIF XF features a built-in multitrack sequencer for recording your keyboard performance as MIDI data. This function by itself is enough to create full, complex multi-instrument arrangements and complete Songs.
Creating an original Song 3 Adjusting the volume of each Part You can adjust the volume for each of eight Parts, using the panel sliders. Set the following parameters on the Record Setup display. 3-1 With the [TRACK] lamp turned on, press the Number button [1] to set the recording track to 1. The red circle symbol is shown at the REC TR column of Track 1. The Record Part is automatically set to 1. 3-2 Move the cursor to Time Signature (Meter) then set the value. Here, set this to “4/4.
Creating an original Song 2 Press the [ARPEGGIO ON/OFF] button so that the lamp lights. 8 After completing recording setup, press the [R] (Play) button to start recording. Press the [R] (Play) button so that its indicator flashes, then actually start recording after the count-in. 9 3 Press the [] (Record) button to enter the Song Record mode. 4 Press the [F1] button to call up the Record Setup display.
Creating an original Song NOTE The Song location at which you edit or input the event is indicated by MEAS (measure), BEAT and CLOCK. A quarter-note (one beat when the time signature is set to “4/ 4”) consists of 480 divisions. The length of each note (gate time) is indicated by Beat and Clock. For example, 001:000 is equivalent to a quarter note and 000:240 is equivalent to an 8th note. Measure 4 Beat Clock Turn the data dial to edit the value. The entire line of the edited event will start flashing.
Creating an original Pattern The Patterns of the MOTIF XF feature short but fully realized instrumental parts that you can repeat (loop), combine, and arrange in any order you want—giving you the basic material for creating a Song. This section covers what you can do in the Pattern mode. Pattern Structure Section The MOTIF XF provides two modes for creating a Song: Song mode and Pattern mode. In the Song mode, you can record the Song from the beginning to the end by playing the keyboard.
Creating an original Pattern Viewing the Demo Pattern’s Patch display Creating a Pattern by using Arpeggio From the Patch display called up via the [F4] button, you can confirm what “Phrase” is assigned to each track of the Pattern Section. A “Phrase” is a short musical/rhythmic passage consisting of a single track for a single instrument, such as drum, bass, and guitar. This MIDI sequence data can be used as small building blocks for a Song, and can be assigned to any track and any Section.
Creating an original Pattern 6 Set the following parameters as required in the Arpeggio Record display. 6-1 Set the Switch parameter to on. 6-2 Set the Voice with Arpeggio (ARP) parameter to on. When this is set to “on,” a Voice matching the selected Arpeggio type is automatically called up each time the Arpeggio type is changed.
Creating an original Pattern 5 Press the [SF4] Insert button to call up the Insert Event window and assign Section A to the 1st beat of the 1st measure. 9 Assign the “end” indicator to the 14th measure.
Creating an original Pattern Converting a Pattern Chain to a Song Recording Melodies Continuing the instructions from above, this next section explains how to convert the created Pattern Chain to Song data. This operation is necessary because Pattern Chain data does not include note events but only information about Section changes, meaning that you cannot add a melody part to this accompaniment. Finally, record the melody part with the backing parts converted from the Pattern Chain.
Multi-timbral Tone Generator Settings for Song/Pattern Playback (Mixing mode) A Mixing refers to the multi-timbral tone generator settings for the Song/Pattern playback. A Mixing consists of 16 Parts, which correspond to the tracks, and in the Mixing display you can adjust the various mixing related parameters for each Part. From the Song Play or Pattern Play display, press the [MIXING] button to call up the Mixing display, letting you confirm the Mixing settings for each Part: Voice, volume, pan, etc.
Using the Sampling feature The MOTIF XF has a powerful Sampling function that lets you record audio signals—such as vocals from a microphone or electric guitar—and integrate the resulting Samples with the Voices and Performances of the instrument. The Sampling mode lets you record sounds—such as vocals from a connected microphone, the signal from an electric guitar, or audio from an external CD or MP3 player—directly to the instrument, and store them as Samples. 1.
Using the Sampling feature Sampling in the Voice/ Performance mode 5 Press the [F6] Standby button to call up the Record Standby display. When you enter the Sampling mode from the Voice mode or Performance mode, you can create your own original Samples, edit them, assign them to a Waveform, and then assign the original Waveform to a User Voice. Also, in the Performance mode, the User Voice can be assigned to a Part of a Performance. 6 Set the following parameters on the Standby display.
Using the Sampling feature 11 Press the [F6] Stop button to stop Sampling. • If you set Confirm to on in step 8 above, the Sampling Finished display appears. Press the [SF1] Audition button to hear the sampled sound. If you are satisfied with the results, press the [ENTER] button to store the sampled sound as a “Sample” and return to the Setup display.
Using the Sampling feature Sampling in the Pattern mode 7 In addition to its use in the Voice and Performance modes, the Sampling mode can also be entered from the Song and Pattern modes. This lets you record audio (such as vocals, electric guitar, or audio from an external device), and use it directly on a Song/Pattern track as a Sample Voice. Play back the audio source (CD player) and adjust the audio input level with the GAIN knob on the rear panel to set the appropriate level.
Using the Sampling feature 13 Press the [SF2] button once or twice so that the LP=ST indication is shown. 14 Move the cursor to the End Point then adjust the value by using the data dial. Press the [SF1] button to hear the sample. Adjust the End Point so that the Sample plays back smoothly and continuously without stutters, glitches or problems in timing. 15 After setting the Ending Point, press the [ENTER] button to delete unnecessary data (located after the End point).
Using the Sampling feature Sampling a one-shot sound in the Song mode The MOTIF XF conveniently lets you sample audio material, even while a Song is playing. This allows you to quickly and easily “fly in” samples to your Song as you need them — for example, capturing short sound effects from a CD, or recording background vocal phrases with a microphone. Sounds like these can be added to the Song as desired. 1 6 Trigger Mode Select “measure.
Using the Sampling feature Saving a Waveform to the Flash Memory Expansion Module This section covers how to save a Waveform (to which the Sample has been assigned via the Sampling function) to the optional Flash Memory Expansion Module (page 76). 1 In the Sampling mode, press the [JOB] button to enter the Sampling Job mode. 2 Press the [F3] Other button. 3 Select “03: Copy to Flash Memory” then press the [ENTER] button. 4 Select the Waveform including the Sample obtained via the Sampling function.
Making Global System Settings (Utility mode) In the Utility mode, you can set parameters that apply to the entire system of this instrument. To enter the Utility mode, press the [UTILITY] button. Pressing the [EXIT] button returns to the original display. This section describes some useful functions in the Utility mode. Setting automatic power-on tasks You can specify certain automatic tasks that the MOTIF XF will perform when power is turned on.
Making Global System Settings (Utility mode) Changing the Design Type on the Top display for each mode You can change the design type on the top display for each of the Voice, Performance and Master Play mode. Holding the [EXIT] button and pressing the Cursor [<] button will set the Type to “1” while holding the [EXIT] button and pressing the Cursor [>] button will set the Type to “2.” Tuning 2 Move the cursor to Tune, then set the value. In this example, we’ll change the value from “440 Hz” to “442 Hz.
Using a Connected Computer By connecting the MOTIF XF to your computer via USB or IEEE1394, you can use a DAW or sequence software on the computer to create your own original songs. This section contains an overview on how to use a DAW or sequence software on the connected computer with the MOTIF XF. NOTE The acronym DAW (digital audio workstation) refers to music software for recording, editing and mixing audio and MIDI data. The main DAW applications are Cubase, Logic, SONAR and Digital Performer.
Using a Connected Computer MIDI channels and MIDI ports MIDI data is assigned to one of sixteen channels, and this synthesizer is capable of simultaneously playing sixteen separate Parts, via the sixteen MIDI channels. However, the sixteen-channel limit can be overcome by using separate MIDI “ports,” each supporting sixteen channels.
Using a Connected Computer Make sure that the IEEE1394 connector of the MOTIF XF is enabled for audio communication. What you can do with the IEEE1394 connection FW IN L/R, etc. Press the [STORE] button to store this setting. Powered speakers (such as the HS80M) AUDIO 5 IEEE1394 cable AUDIO FW OUT L/R When transmitting audio signals via the IEEE1394 connector, set the Output Select parameter of the MOTIF XF.
Using a Connected Computer Audio signal reception (*4) In addition to the FW IN L/R inputs, the FW IN Main Out Monitor L/R and FW IN Assignable Out Monitor L/R are available as FW audio input channels on the MOTIF XF. These channels can be used for monitoring the sound when using the DAW software on the computer.
Using a Connected Computer Using another tone generator together with the MOTIF XF Setting up the MOTIF XF 1 Set Local Control to “off.” Press the [UTILITY] button to enter the Utility mode, then press [F5] followed by [SF2] to call up the MIDI display. Move the cursor to Local Control and set this parameter to “off.
Using a Connected Computer Using the MOTIF XF as an audio interface Remote-controlling the software (Remote mode) By using the A/D INPUT connector and IEEE1394 connector, the MOTIF XF can conveniently be used as an audio interface for your computer. Note that you need install the optional FW16E for this application. The MOTIF XF features a highly convenient Remote mode which lets you control the DAW software and software synthesizer on your computer via the panel operations of the MOTIF XF.
Using a Connected Computer Computer Software that can be controlled from the MOTIF XF then set the MIDI Output Port to “Yamaha MOTIF XF6(7, 8)-2” or “Yamaha MOTIF XF6(7, 8) Port2” or “MOTIF XF Remote. Cubase, SONAR, Logic Pro, Digital Performer NOTE Unlike with the Mackie Control, the MOTIF XF does not support UserA and UserB (FootSw). For information on connecting to a computer, refer to “Specifications” on page 79.
Using a Connected Computer Controlling the DAW software from the MOTIF XF To enter the Remote Control mode, press the REMOTE [ON/ OFF] button (the lamp flashes). The REMOTE display appears (like those shown below), and the panel controls (such as buttons, knobs, sliders, and data dial) are enabled for Remote operation of the computer software (their normal functions are disabled). Press this button again to exit from the Remote Control mode.
Saving / Loading Data in the File mode In the File mode, you can save/load data such as Voice, Performance, Song, Pattern and Waveform created on this instrument. To enter the File mode, press the [FILE] button. This section explains how to save/load all the data on the user memory of this instrument as an “All” file (extension: X3A). Saving the settings to a USB storage device Loading the settings from a USB storage device 1 Connect a USB storage device to the USB TO DEVICE terminal of this instrument.
Saving / Loading Data in the File mode USB storage devices Connection Examples USB storage device such as hard disk drive USB flash memory or USB TO DEVICE connector MOTIF XF Compatible USB devices Connect only a USB storage device (such as hard disk, CDROM, flash memory and other drives) to the USB TO DEVICE connector. Other USB devices such as a mouse cannot be used. Both bus-powered (powered by the host device) or self-powered (battery or external power supply) types can be used.
Display Messages LCD Indication Are you sure? 66 Description Confirms whether you want to execute a specified operation or not. Arpeggio memory full. The internal memory for Arpeggio data is full, preventing storing the recorded sequence data as an Arpeggio. Bad disk or memory. The external storage device connected to this synthesizer is unusable. Format the external storage device and try again. Bulk data protected. Bulk data cannot be received because of the setting in the Utility mode.
Display Messages LCD Indication Now saving... Description Indicates that a file is being saved. Now scanning autoload file. Scanning for the files specified for Auto Load. Now transmitting MIDI bulk data... Indicates this synthesizer is transmitting MIDI bulk data. Overwrite. Are you sure? A save operation will overwrite data on the external storage device as destination, and this message confirms whether it is OK to continue or not. Press [INC/YES] or [DEC/NO] as required. Password is invalid.
Troubleshooting No sound? Wrong sound? When a problem like this occurs, please check the following points before assuming that the product is faulty. You may solve your problem by executing the Factory Set (page 18) after backing up your data to an external storage device. If the problem persists, consult your Yamaha dealer. No Sound. Are all eight sliders set to appropriate levels (other than zero or minimum)? Is the MOTIF XF properly connected to related external equipment (e.g.
Troubleshooting When the Element to which “Key Off Sound” of the XA Control parameter is assigned does not sound, are you releasing the note after the AEG decays? The “Key Off Sound” Element will take over the AEG level of the previous Element if both the Elements belong to the same Element Group. To solve such a problem, release the note before the AEG level decays to minimum or set the “Key Off Sound” Element to a different Element Group from the previous Elements.
Troubleshooting Are the filter settings appropriate? Excessively high filter resonance settings can cause distortion.
Troubleshooting When this occurs in the Performance mode/Song mode/Pattern mode, check whether the Insertion Switch (INS SW) parameters are set properly or not. [PERFORM] [EDIT] [COMMON EDIT] [F5] Effect [SF2] InsSwitch [PERFORM] [EDIT] Part selection [F1] Voice [SF1] Voice [SONG]/[PATTERN] [MIXING] [F1] Part 1-16 Ins FX Sw [SONG]/[PATTERN] [MIXING] [COMMON EDIT] [F5] Effect [SF2] Ins Switch The Edit Indicator appears, even when parameters are not being edited.
Troubleshooting Song/Pattern (Phrase) cannot be recorded. Is there enough free memory for recording? Check the available amount of the sequencer memory on the Song Information window (called via [SONG] [F2] [SF6]) or Pattern Information window (called via [PATTERN] [F2] [SF6]). The total MOTIF XF memory capacity determines the number of Songs/Patterns (phrases) that can be recorded.
Troubleshooting Network connection does not work. If you’ve forgotten the password for accessing the MOTIF XF, execute the Factory Set then set the password again. [UTILITY] [F1] General [SF3] Network [SF5] Password When the DHCP server is connected to the network and the DHCP Client parameter is set to “on,” you need not set the IP address because it is automatically set.
Installing Optional Hardware Available devices Installation Precautions The following optional devices can be installed to the MOTIF XF. Before installing the optional hardware, make sure you have a Phillips screwdriver and ample space to work. FW16E (FireWire expansion board) FL512M/FL1024M (Flash memory expansion module) WARNING • Before beginning installation, switch off the power to the instrument and connected peripherals, and unplug them from the power outlet.
Installing Optional Hardware FW16E 4 1 Turn the power of the MOTIF XF off, and disconnect the AC power cord. Also, make sure to disconnect the MOTIF XF from any connected external devices. 2 Remove the cover for the FW16E from the rear panel. Replace the cover with the two screws you removed in step 2 above. With the rear panel of this synthesizer facing you, remove the two screws from the cover. Important Keep the removed screws in a safe place. They will be used when installing the FW16E.
Installing Optional Hardware FL512M/FL1024M 3 Remove the cover from the bottom. With the rear panel of the MOTIF XF facing you, remove the screws from the cover by using the Phillips screwdriver. After removing the screws, slide the cover away to remove it. Configuration Two types of the Flash Memory Expansion Module are available as follows: Important FL512M Keep the removed screws in a safe place. They will be used when reattaching the cover to the instrument after installation.
Installing Optional Hardware number on the display; “Unmounted” is shown if it is not. If “Unmounted” is shown though you have installed the Module, execute the instructions again from step 1 then check whether or not the Module has been installed properly. 4-1 Insert the Module vertically in the slot and face the screws (of the Module) to the female screws respectively. NOTE Either slot can be inserted. 6-4 Press the [SF3] Format button to execute the Format operation.
Specifications Keyboards MOTIF XF8 MOTIF XF7 MOTIF XF6 88 keys, Balanced Hammer Effect Keyboard (Initial Touch/Aftertouch) 76 keys, FSX Keyboard (Initial Touch/Aftertouch) 61 keys, FSX Keyboard (Initial Touch/Aftertouch) Tone Generator block Tone Generator AWM2, with Expanded Articulation Polyphony 128 notes Multi Timbral Capacity 16 Parts (internal), Audio Input Parts (A/D, FW*) *1 stereo Part Sampling block Wave 741 MB (when converted to 16-bit linear format), 3,977 waveforms Voice Preset: 1
Specifications Sequencer block Arpeggio Preset: 7,881 types User: 256 types *MIDI Sync, MIDI transmit/receive channel, Velocity Limit, and Note Limit can be set. Others Scene Memory 5 per Song Sequence Format Original format, SMF format 0, 1 (Format 1 load only) Master User: 128 *8 Zones (Master keyboard settings), Assignable Knob/Slider settings, Program Change Table Sequence Software compatible with the Remote Control function For Windows®: Cubase 4 – 5, SONAR 5.
Index A [FILE] button ......................................................................21, 64 A/D INPUT jacks ............................................................... 15, 47 File mode ...........................................................................21, 64 AC IN ...................................................................................... 14 FireWire expansion board (FW16E) cover ..............................14 Arpeggio ...................................................
Index MOTIF XF Editor VST .............................................................. 63 Sequencer Mode ...............................................................31, 32 [MULTI PART CONTROL] button ............................................ 11 [SF1] – [SF5] (Sub Function) buttons ................................12, 19 Multi-timbral Tone Generator .................................................. 46 Slice ........................................................................................
FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.) 1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT! This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product. 2. IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to accessories and/ or another product use only high quality shielded cables. Cable/s supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all installation instructions.
Česky Důležité oznámení: Záruční informace pro zákazníky v EHS* a ve Švýcarsku Podrobné záruční informace o tomto produktu Yamaha a záručním servisu v celém EHS* a ve Švýcarsku naleznete na níže uvedené webové adrese (soubor k tisku je dostupný na našich webových stránkách) nebo se můžete obrátit na zastoupení firmy Yamaha ve své zemi (další stránka).
For details of products, please contact your nearest Yamaha representative or the authorized distributor listed below. Pour plus de détails sur les produits, veuillez-vous adresser à Yamaha ou au distributeur le plus proche de vous figurant dans la liste suivante. NORTH AMERICA CANADA Yamaha Canada Music Ltd. 135 Milner Avenue, Scarborough, Ontario, M1S 3R1, Canada Tel: 416-298-1311 U.S.A. Yamaha Corporation of America 6600 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, Calif. 90620, U.S.A.
Yamaha Web Site (English) http://www.yamahasynth.com/ Yamaha Manual Library http://www.yamaha.co.jp/manual/ U.R.G.
