Roland MKS-80 Super Jupiter : manuals

CONTENTS [1] Panel Description 3 A. Front Panel 3 B. Rear Panel 3 [2] Connection 6 [3] Operation 7 A. Outline of the MKS-80 7 B. Play Mode 8 _ a. MIDI Channel Setting 8 _ b. MIDI Function Switch 8 _ c. Tone Color Selection 9 _ (1) Calling a Patch Preset 10 _ (2) Calling a Tone Memory 10 _ d. Auto Tune 13 _ e. Volume 13 _ f. Dynamics Sens Knob 13 C. Edit Mode (I) 14 _ a. Parameters of Tone Memory Section 14 _ b. Editing a Tone Memory 21 _ c. Parameters of Patch Preset Section 22 _ d. Editing a Patch Preset 26 D. Edit Mode (II) 27 _ a. Setting up the Programmer MPG-80 27 _ (1) Programmer Connector 27 _ (2) Connection 27 _ b. How to use the Programmer MPG-80 28 _ (1) Method 1 28 _ (2) Method 2 29 E. Write Mode 30 _ a. Writing a Tone Memory 30 _ b. Writing a Patch Preset 31 F. Memory Cartridge 32 _ a. Saving the data to a MIDI device 32 _ b. Loading the data from a MIDI device 34 [4] MIDI 36 A. Saving and Loading 36 _ a. Saving the data to a MIDI device 37 _ b. Loading the data from a MIDI device 39 B. Indicators 40 _ a. Receive Mode 40 _ b. MIDI Message 40 [5] Tables 41 _ Edit Map {MPG-80 layout} 11 _ Parameter Table 44 _ Display Message Table 45 _ Program Change Table 45 _ MIDI Function Table 46 [6] Specifications 47

IMPORTANT NOTES

* Before turning the MKS-80 on, make sure that the Protect Switch is set to the ON position. Otherwise the data in memory may be destroyed.

Power Supply

• • The appropriate voltage to be used is shown on the name plate on the rear panel. Be sure that it meets the voltage system in your country.

  • Do not use the same socket that is used for any noise generating device, such as a motor, or variable lighting system.

  • When setting up the MKS-80, be sure that all the units are turned off.

  • This unit might not work properly if turned on immediately after turned off, or if the power cable is plugged in with the unit turned on. If this happens, simply turn the unit off, and turn it on again in a few seconds.

  • This unit might get hot while operating, but there is nothing to worry about.

Location

• • Operating the MKS-80 near a neon or fluorescent lamp may cause noise interference. If so, change the angle or position of the MKS-80.

  • Avoid using the MKS-80 in extreme heat or humidity or where it may be affected by dust.

Cleaning

• • Use a soft cloth and clean only with a mild detergent.

  • Do not use solvent such as paint thinner.

LFO-1 - This is a Low Frequency Oscillator which controls the VCO and VCF, etc.

● LFO RATE = LFO Rate (0-100)

This controls the rate of the LFO-l. At zero, obtained rate is the slowest, and as the value is increased, the rate is quickened.

● LFO DLY = LFO Delay Time (0-100)

This sets the time required for the LFO-l to start its modulation after a key is pressed on the keyboard. At zero, there is no delay time.

● LFO WF = LFO Waveform (tri, saw, square, RND)

This is to select the output waveform of the LFO-l. There are four types of waveforms available.

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VCO Modulation - VCO's frequency can be controlled by the LFO-1 or ENV-1.

● VCO LFO = VCO MOD LFO-l Depth (0-100)

When the LFO-l is modulating the VCO's frequency {vibrato}, this value decides the intensity of the modulation. At zero, there is no modulation obtained, and as the value is increased, deeper pitch modulation is obtained.

● VCO ENV = VCO MOD ENV-l Depth (0-100)

When the ENV-l is controlling the VCO's frequency, the value set here decides the intensity of the modulation. At zero, there is no modulation, and as the value is increased, deeper pitch modulation is obtained.

Pulse Width Modulation - The ratio of the VCO's pulse wave can be altered by ENV-l, LFO-1 or keyboard.

● PW = Pulse Width (0-100)

This sets the ratio of the VCO's pulse wave. At 0, pulse width ratio is 50%, making a square wave. And as you increase the value, the pulse width will become narrower, the sound disappearing just before 100%.

● PWM = Pulse Width Modulation (0-100)

The ratio of the pulse wave set with the Pulse Width can be modulated by the ENV-l, LFO or keyboard. The PWM slider decides the intensity of the modulation. At value zero, there is no modulation, and, as the value goes up, deeper modulation is obtained.

● PWM SEL = PWM Mode selector (ENV, LFO, KYBD)

This selects which one of the ENV-l, LFO-l or the keyboard modulates the pulse width.

* Modulating pulse width by keyboard - The width of pulse wave generated from the MKS-80 can be changed depending on the key you play. If all the pulses are set exactly the same ratio, higher note may sound thin. To solve this problem, it is a good idea to set the pulse in the higher pitch to wider.

● PWM POL = PWM Polarity (NRM, INV)

This selects the polarity of the waveform or envelope curve that controls PWM. For instance; if using the ENV-l for modulation, the pulse width gets wider in the Normal, and narrower in the Invert mode.

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VCO Key Follow - In the VCO section, Key Follow function is provided to detune the generated sound. This also can be effectively used during synthesizing with Cross Modulation function.

● VCO KYBD = VCO Key Follow (0-100)

This is usually set to 100%, but can be set to any value you like from 0 to 100%. At 0%, the pitch obtained will be always the same regardless of which key is pressed. And as you increase the value, the pitch alteration will be more drastic. {For arabic quarter-note tuning, set at 50%}

● VCO SEL = VCO Selector (1, OFF, 2)

With this, you can select which of the VCO-l or 2 should take on the Key Follow effect set at the VCO Key Follow. At OFF, both VCO-l and 2 take on 100% Key Follow.

Cross Modulation - Here, the output waveform from the VCO-2 changes the VCO-l's pitch. With the VCO-2 set to the Low Frequency, complicated pitch alteration can be obtained with combination of the LFO-l.

● XMOD MAN = Cross Mod Manual Depth (0-100)

The intensity of the Cross Modulation can be manually changed. At 0, there is no effect obtained, and increasing the value will deepen the pitch alteration.

● XMOD ENV = Cross Mod ENV-1 Depth (0-100)

This decides the amount of ENV-l's output sent to the Cross Modulation. At 100, maximum effect is obtained.

● XMOD POL = Cross Mod Polarity (NRM, INV)

This selects the polarity of the ENV-l output set above. In Normal, the ENV curve starts from zero to its maximum, and at Invert, the curve will reach to zero finally.

VCO-1 - Voltage Controlled Oscillator #1

● VCO1 MOD = VCO-1 Modulation (NRM, OFF, INV)

This controls ON/OFF of the VCO-l Modulation. In Normal, higher CV makes higher pitch; and in Invert, the other way round. {The set amount of VCO Mod is a mix of LFO-1 and ENV-1. Set at NRM, a rise in either modulator would increase pitch of VCO-1. Set at INV, a rise in either modulator would decrease pitch.}

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● VCO1 RNG = VCO-1 Range (32' ~ 16' ~ 8' ~ 4' ~ 2')

This selects the pitch of the VCO-1 in half tone steps from 32' to 2'. The Display Window shows the note represented by MIDI Key number 60 (which corresponds with Middle C of the piano keyboard).

● VCO1 WF = VCO-1 Waveform (tri, saw, pulse, square)

This selects the output waveform from the VCO-1. {The waveform selected determines the brightness or timbre of you basic sound. Triangle is dull, Square is brighter but hollow, Saw is bright, and Pulse is adjustable depending on the Pulse Width.}

Synchro - By synchronizing two VCOs, complicated waveform (which is impossible to make with a single VCO) can be created.

● VCO SYNC = VCO SYNC (1->2, OFF, 1<-2)

This controls ON/OFF of the VCO synchro, and its direction. {Using 1->2, the cycle of VCO-1 is used to synchronise or "reset" VCO-2. Here. everytime VCO-1 re-starts its wavecycle, VCO-2 is forced to restart its wavecycle (regardless of where it was in its cycle).}

VCO-2 - By mixing this with VCO-1, or using Synchro or Cross Modulation function, a wide variety of sound synthesis is possible.

● VCO2 MOD = VCO-2 Modulation (NRM, OFF, INV)

This selects the ON/OFF of the VCO-2 modulation. In Normal, higher CV makes higher pitch; and in Invert, the other way round.

● VCO2 RNG = VCO-2 Range (LOW, 32C ~ 2C, HI)

This selects the pitch of the VCO-2 in half tone step from 32' to 2', and also selects Low or High Frequency. The Display Window shows the note represented by MIDI Key number 60 (which corresponds with Middle C of the piano keyboard).

● VCO2 TUN = VCO-2 Fine Tune

This is the VCO-2's tuning function ranging from -50 to +50 cents (&#177 1/4 tone).

● VCO2 WF = VCO-2 Waveform (tri, saw, pulse, NOISE)

This selects the output waveform of the VCO-2.

Mixer

● MIXER = Source Mixer (0-100)

This sets the proportion of the signal from the VCO-1 and 2. At 0, only the VCO-1 sound is heard, and as the value increases, the proportion of the VCO-2 increases, and at 100, only the VCO-2 sound is obtained. {At 50, both VCO-1 and VCO-2 are set equally loud.}

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High Pass Filter - This filter lets the high frequency harmonics pass and cuts off the low harmonics.

● HPF FREQ = HPF CutOff Frequency

This sets the cutoff point of the HPF. As the value is increased, lower frequency is cut off.

VCF - Voltage Controlled Filter. This filter changes the tone color by cutting off or emphasizing harmonics. This filter lets the low frequency harmonics pass and cuts off the high frequency. Also the cutoff frequency of this filter is controlled {can be modulated} by the LFO or Envelope.

● VCF FREQ = VCF CutOff Frequency (0-100)

This controls the cutoff frequency of the VCF. At l00, the original waveform passes without being changed; and, as the value is decreased, the higher frequencies are blocked out. {Cut-Off Frequency determines the position in the harmonic spectrum where the filter will begin to block out the higher harmonics.}

● VCF RESO = VCF Resonance (0-100)

This emphasizes the cutoff point set with the Cutoff Frequency. At 0, there is no effect, and as you raise the value, certain harmonics are emphasized, and the created sound will become more unusual/ more electronic in nature. {Resonance is where the frequencies at the Cut-Off position are boosted.}

VCF Modulation

● VCF SEL = VCF Mod Envelope Selector (ENV-1, ENV-2)

This selects which of ENV-l or ENV-2 controls {modulates} the VCF.

● VCF POL = VCF Mod Envelope Polarity (NRM, INV) This selects the polarity of the envelope curve that controls the VCF. At Normal the curve goes up from zero up to its maximum.

● VCF ENV = VCF Mod ENV Depth (0-100)

This sets the amount of Envelope which controls {modulates} the cutoff frequency. At 0, there is no effect; and, as the value increases, the modulation becomes more intensive.

● VCF LFO = VCF Mod LFO Depth (0-100)

This sets the amount of the LFO-l that controls {modulates} the cutoff frequency of the VCF. At 0, there is no effect; and, as the value increases, the modulation becomes more intensive.

● VCF KYBD = VCF Key Follow (0-100)

The cutoff frequency of the VCF can be changed depending on the key pressed. At 0, however, the cutoff frequency does not change at all. At l00, the cutoff frequency will fully change according to the pitch of the key pressed. {With a positive amount of Keyboard Follow (Tracking) applied to the Filter Cut-Off, then the higher keyboard notes being played would result in brighter notes.}

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VCA Voltage Controlled Amplifier. This controls the volume (amplitude) of the sound.

● VCA LEVL = VCA Level (0 to 100)

This sets the level of the ENV-2 that controls the VCA, so it should be set considering the volume difference caused in changing the tone colors. {In general, you will want to set this to 100.}

● VCA LFO = VCA Mod LFO-l Depth

This sets the amount of the LFO-l that control the VCA level {tremolo}. At 0, there is no effect; and, as the value is increased, the amount of the signal increases.

Dynamics - This is to change the level or attack time of the envelope by the velocity of key pressure. The message which controls dynamics is MIDI Key Velocity.

● DYN TIME = Dynamics Time (0 to 100)

This decides the amount of the Key Velocity that controls {modulates} attack time of the envelope {ENV-2}. At 0, the attack time remains at its set level {time}; and, as the value is increased, attack time gets shorter with harder key velocity.

● DYN LEVL = Dynamics Level (0 to l00)

This decides the amount of the Key Velocity that controls the level of envelope {ENV-2}. At 0, the level remains at its set level regardless of how hard the key is pressed. As the value is increased, the envelope level changes more obviously depending on how you play the keyboard; that is, the harder you attack the key, the higher the level will be.

Envelope - This section processes the gate signal generated by Key ON/OFF to control VCF, VCO, etc. Basically, it consists of Attack Time, Decay Time, Sustain Level and Release Time.

● EG RESET = Envelope Reset (ON, OFF)

This selects whether to start each note from the beginning of the envelope curve, or continue the curve from the present level. When it is ON, each time you press a new key, the note will start from the beginning of the envelope curve. {In general, you will want to leave this ON.}

● EG1 DYN = ENV-l Dynamics (ON, OFF)

● EG2 DYN = ENV-2 Dynamics (ON, OFF)

These two are both to select whether to control the envelope with Key Velocity message or not.

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● EG1 A = ENV-1 Attack Time (0-100)

● EG2 A = ENV-2 Attack Time (0-100)

These set the time required for the signal to reach its maximum from the moment the key is pressed down. At 0, the shortest attack time is obtained.

● EG1 D = ENV-1 Decay Time (0-100)

● EG2 D = ENV-2 Decay Time (0-100)

These adjust the time needed for the signal to drop from the maximum to the sustain level. At 0, the quickest decay time is obtained.

* When the sustain level is set to 100, the envelope curve does not change by the decay time setting.

● EG1 S = ENV-1 Sustain Level (0-100)

● EG2 S = ENV-2 Sustain Level (0-100)

This determines the sustain level to which the signal falls at the end of the decay time.

At 100, this equals to the peak level of the envelope curve.

● EG1 R = ENV-1 Release Time (0-100)

● EG2 R = ENV-2 Release Time (0-100)

These determine the time needed for the voltage {level} to reach zero from the moment the key is turned OFF {let go}. At 0, the shortest release time is obtained.

● EG1 KYBD = ENV-l Key Follow (0-100)

● EG2 KYBD = ENV-2 Key Follow (0-100)

The time required for the envelope to complete its curve can be changed depending on which key is pressed. There is no change of the time at all when the Key Follow is set to 0; but as the value is increased, envelope time becomes shorter with higher key pressed {as you press keys higher up the keyboard, the envelope cycle time is faster}.

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Writing a Patch Preset

1. Set the Memory Area Switch to the appropriate position depending on which memory you wish to use for writing the edited program.

2. Press the Write/Execute Button, and the button starts flashing.

3. If the Patch Button is not lighted, press it. Then it will light up and the Display will respond as shown right:

4. If you wish to write into the internal memory of the MKS-80, set its Protect Switch to the "OFF" position. And to write into the cartridge, set the cartridge's Protect Switch to "OFF".

5. Assign the Patch Number where you wish to write the edited program by using the Bank Button and Number Button.

Now, writing is done, and the Display responds as shown right:

where ## represents the Patch Number just written

6. Set the Protect Switch back to the "ON" position.

Note - If the Protect Switch is set to the "ON" position, the Display will respond as shown right:

If you have tried to write into the Cartridge without the Cartridge connected to the MKS-80, the Display will respond as shown right:

If any of the above messages occur, simply press the Write/Execute Button again. The MKS-80 will return to the condition just before the first Write/Execute Button was pressed, allowing you to repeat the writing procedure.

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Saving the data in the MKS-80 to a MIDI device (or computer)

1. Set the Save/Load Mode Switch to the "MIDI" Position.

2. Set the MIDI Function Switch to the "III" position.

3. Set the Protect Switch of the receiver device to the "OFF" position.

4. Press the Save Button. The Display will respond as shown right:

Loading the data in the MIDI device (or computer) to the MKS-80

1. Set the Save/Load Mode Switch to the "MIDI" position.

2. Set the MIDI Function Switch to the "III" position.

3. Set the Protect Switch of the MKS-80 to the "OFF" position.

4. Press the Load Button. The Display will respond with:

- Here, if you wish to save the entire data in memory, go straight to step 5.

- If you wish to select a bank or banks to be saved; without releasing the Save Button, assign the bank or banks by pressing the Bank Button.

- Here, if you wish to load the entire data in memory, go straight to step 5.

- If you wish to select a bank or banks to be loaded; without releasing the Load Button, assign the bank or banks by pressing the Bank Button.

* The above is the example when banks 2 and 6 are assigned.

5. While still holding the Save Button, press the Write/Execute Button. The Display will respond as shown right:

* The above is the example when banks 1, 3 and 7 are assigned.

5. While still holding the Load Button, press the Write/Execute Button. The Display will respond as shown right:

And in about a second, saving will be completed with the Display as shown right:

And in about a second, loading will be completed with the Display as shown right:

Then, the MKS-80 is returned to the condition just before the Save Button was pressed (in the step 4).

6. You may now set the Protect Switch of the receiver device back to the "ON" position.

7. You may also set the MIDI Function Switch back to the "I" or "II" position.

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* If "SAVE COMPLETE" is not seen in step 5, simply press the Write/Execute Button, and the MKS-80 will be returned to the condition just before the Save Button was pressed (in the step 4), allowing you to repeat the saving procedure again.

(e.g.)

If the connected device is unable to receive the MIDI message, the Display will be as shown right: If the receiver is another MKS-80, this Display is also shown when the Protect Switch is set to "ON".

Then, the MKS-80 is returned to the condition just before the Load Button was pressed. (in the step 4).

6. You may now set the Protect Switch of the MKS-80 back to the "ON" position.

7. You may also set the MIDI Function Switch back to the "I" or "II" position.

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* If "LOAD COMPLETE" is not seen in step 5, simply press the Write/Execute Button, and the MKS-80 will be returned to the condition just before the Load Button was pressed (in the step 4), allowing you to repeat the loading procedure again.

(e.g.)

When the transmitter is not able to send the MIDI message, the Display will react as shown right. If, however, the transmitter is another MKS-80, this will never be seen.

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If the Protect Switch of the MKS-80 (receiver) is set to the "ON" position, the Display will respond as shown right.

MIDI Function Switch = "II"

Tone Memory is changed by the Program Change message sent from the external device. If you change the Tone Memory by using the buttons on the MKS-80, corresponding Program Change message will be sent from the MKS-80 to the receiver.

MIDI Function Switch = "III"

Patch Preset is changed by the Program Change message sent from the external device. But even if you change the Patch Preset by using the buttons on the MKS-80's panel, no Program Change message will be transmitted to the receiver.

*1 - The Hold function by a Damper pedal can be obtained only when the Hold parameter is switched "ON" in a Patch Preset.

*2 - If this message is received from MIDI IN, the value written in the Patch Preset is replaced with this. This message remains until a new Patch Preset is selected.

*3 - The MKS-80's MIDI OUT retransmits out all the messages received from the MIDI IN, plus these messages.

M P G - 8 0 ● P r o g r a m m e r ● Tone Section : Tone Manual button : LFO-1 Rate slider : LFO-1 Delay Time slider : LFO-1 Waveform tri, saw, sq, Random : VCO Mod LFO-1 Depth slider : VCO Mod ENV-1 Depth slider : Pulse Width 0 ~ 50% slider : Pulse Width Modulation slider : PWM Mode Select ENV-1, LFO-1, Keyboard : PWM Polarity Normal, Invert : VCO Key Follow 0 ~ 100% slider : VCO Select VCO-1, Off, VCO-2 : Cross Mod Amount slider : XMOD ENV-1 Depth slider : XMOD Polarity Normal, Invert : VCO-1 Modulation Normal, Off, Invert : VCO-1 Range 32' - 2' : VCO-1 Waveform tri, saw, pulse, sq : VCO Synchro -->, Off, <-- : VCO-2 Modulation Normal, Off, Invert : VCO-2 Range Low, 32' - 2', Hi : VCO-2 Fine Tune &#177 50 cent : VCO-2 Waveform tri, saw, pulse, Noise : Source Mix VCO-1 & VCO-2 knob : High Pass Filter CutOff Frequency : VCF Cutoff Frequency slider : VCF Resonance slider : VCF Envelope Select ENV-1 , ENV-2 : VCF Envelope Polarity Normal, Invert : VCF Mod ENV Depth slider : VCF Mod LFO-1 Depth slider : VCF Key Follow slider : VCA ENV-2 Level slider : VCA Mod LFO-1 Depth slider : Dynamics Time slider : Dynamics Level slider : Envelope Reset On, Off : ENV-1 Dynamics On, Off : ENV-1 Attack Time slider : ENV-1 Decay Time slider : ENV-1 Sustain Level slider : ENV-1 Release Time slider : ENV-1 Key Follow slider : ENV-2 Dynamics On, Off : ENV-2 Attack Time slider : ENV-2 Decay Time slider : ENV-2 Sustain Level slider : ENV-2 Release Time slider : ENV-2 Key Follow slider ● Patch Section : Patch Manual button : Key Mode Whole, Split 1, Split 2, Dual : Split Point A0 ~ C8 = button : Tone Number 11 ~ 88 : Balance Upper & Lower = knob : Octave Shift +2, +1, Normal, -1,-2 : Assign Mode Solo, Unison 1, Unison 2, Poly 1, Poly 2 : Unison Detune knob : Hold MIDI, On, Off : Glide knob : Bender Sens knob : VCO-1 Bend Wide, Normal, Off : VCO-2 Bend Wide, Normal, Off : After Touch Sens knob : After Touch Mode Select VCO, VCF LFO-2 Rate : LFO-2 Rate knob ● Programmer Channel 1 - 16 {knob} ● Power On, Off {switch} Rear Panel : Programmer Out connector : MIDI Thru connector : MIDI In connector Dimensions W 480 x D 78 x H 177 mm W 19" x D 3-1/8" x H 7-1/16" Weight 3 kg = 6 lb 10 oz Power Consumption 0.9 W Accessories : 6 pin DIN cord : Owner's Manual