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- Computer related · 19 records · 10 columns · Owner jeroenbaar · Updated 2012-01-16Computer & sequencer used by AN1X-list members
- FAQ · 67 records · 5 columns · Owner jondl_2000 · Updated 2011-05-01Frequently Asked Questions
- Gear! · 54 records · 10 columns · Owner jeroenbaar · Updated 2013-06-30Synthesizers & other hardware owned by AN1X-list members
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
67 records · Owner jondl_2000 · Created 2009-10-01 · Updated 2011-05-01
| Record | Section | Question | Text | URL | Author1 |
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| 3 | Software | How do I transfer sounds from the computer to the AN1x, PLG150-AN or AN200? | You will need to use a computer program which allows for the transfer of System Exclusive information via a standard MIDI Interface to your AN1x, PLG150-AN or AN200. The most popular freeware Editor/Librarian compatible with the AN1x, PLG150-AN and AN200 is AN1xEdit (Mac/Win) and AN Expert Editor (Mac/Win) is widely used with both the PLG150-AN and AN200. Both available for download from the Files section of AN1x-list here at Yahoo! Groups. The shareware application an.factory (Mac/Win) is available from http://www.xfactory-librarians.co.uk/index.html and is a Librarian for the AN1x, PLG150-AN and AN200 which allows you to work with .AN1 format sounds. Commonly used bulk dump utility utilities are MIDI-OX (Win) http://www.midiox.com/ and SysEx Librarian (Mac) http://www.snoize.com/SysExLibrarian/ Most Audio/MIDI Sequencers such as Cakewalk, Cubase, Digital Performer, Logic Audio, Metro, Sonar, Traktion, etc. allow for data transfers using Standard MIDI Files | ||
| 4 | Software | Does AN1xEdit, AN Expert Editor or AN200 Editor work with Win XP? | Yes, AN1xEdit has been reported to run under Windows XP by many users. Make certain you have applied the latest drivers supporting your MIDI Interface - check the manufacturers website for updates. | ||
| 6 | Software | Does AN1xEdit, AN Expert Editor or AN200 Editor work with MacOS X? | No, none of these programs runs native run under MacOS X. All three programs are compatible with MacOS 9 which will run under Tiger (Mac OS X10.4) on a PPC, but not an Intel Mac. | ||
| 7 | Software | Will there be a port of AN1xEdit to MacOS X? | No, there will be no port of AN1xEdit to MacOS X. The alternative is to utilize either VMWare Fusion, Parallels Desktop, or Boot Camp to run a licensed copy of Windows XP or Windows 7 on your Intel Mac. This will allow you to run the Windows version of the freeware Editor/Librarian AN1xEdit on your Intel Mac. | ||
| 8 | Software | Is there an AN1x Editor/Librarian available for with MacOS X? | Emagic SoundDiver Public Beta (discontinued) is MacOS X compatible and contains an AN1x module. SoundDiverr requires an authorized XSKey - it is not Univeral Binrary, PowerPC only, but will run under Rosetta on an Intel Mac. Sound Quest has released MIDI Quest 9.1 and MIDI Quest XL for Macintosh OS X and OS 9 which includes support for the AN1x. | ||
| 9 | Hardware | Which MIDI Interface should I purchase? | Low-cost PC sound cards with MIDI I/O and inexpensive off-brand USB MIDI Interfaces are particularly fault sensitive to errors with AN series bulk dumps. When possible, stick to name brand multi-port MIDI Interfaces - serial port MIDI Interfaces are preferred but the reality is that USB MIDI Interfaces are now prevalent in the market place. MIDIMAN USB MIDI Interfaces (the MIDISport 2x2 for example) from M-Audio have proven reliable for SysEx on Win - less so on MacOS 9 & OS X although the drivers have seen marked improvement from the earlier versions. Emagic USB MIDI Interfaces - including the MT4 - are reliable under both MacOS 9 and OS X. Mark of the Unicorn has a wide variety of cross-platform capable MIDI Interfaces. | ||
| 10 | Files | Where can I find free Voices for the AN1x, PLG150-AN or AN200? | Yahoo! Groups : AN1x-list Files | ||
| 11 | Software | I've lost the CD-ROM that was included with my AN200. How can I get a replacement? | Notify Yamaha Customer Assitance and request a replacement disk. There may a charge for shipping & handling. Yamaha has not seen fit to release AN200 Editor for distribution via the web. As an alternative, AN1xEdit and AN Expert Editor (both freeware) are widely available and work with both the PLG150-AN and AN200. AN Expert Editor appears to be functionally identical to AN200 Editor. | ||
| 12 | Software | What are the different file types? (.AN1, .ANP, .ANS, & .AN2) | .AN1 files are the original AN1x format used by AN1xEdit. .ANP files are the PLG150-AN & AN200 format used by AN1xEdit. .ANS files are the Yamaha XGWorks Sequencer plug-in AN Editor file format. These file should be used only for compatibility with the XGWorks environment. .AN2 files are the AN200 format used by the Yamaha AN200 Editor package. | ||
| 13 | Glossary | What is MIDI? | For "Musical Instrument Digital Interface," the wiring and message protocol that allows musical instruments and other devices to communicate. | ||
| 14 | Glossary | What is a Bulk Dump? | A function used to transfer data from an entire section of one MIDI device to another, for archiving, transfer, or saving/loading. The data is transmitted as MIDI System Exclusive messages. Real-time performance data (such as note information and controller messages) in a MIDI bulk dump is not sent in sequential order, like MIDI data sent in real time is. For a synthesizer, bulk data can include all the settings of all the parameters that make up a sound, a bank of sounds or setups, a bank of songs, etc. With an effects processor or mixer, bulk data can include EQ settings, effects/program settings, mixer settings, etc. | ||
| 15 | Glossary | What's a .MID file? | A computer music file created by a MIDI instrument or MIDI sequencer. These files have a ".mid," (pronounced "dot mid") suffix. | ||
| 16 | Glossary | What is a Standard MIDI File (SMF)? | A file that contains a MIDI recording of music in the Standard MIDI File format. Such as file can be played by any SMF-compatible sequencer or playback device. The most common SMF types are Type 0 files with multiple tracks combined into a single multi-channel track, and Type 1 files comprised of separate individual tracks. Typical format: songtitle.mid | ||
| 17 | Glossary | What is SysEx, System Exclusive? | A type of MIDI message that contains instructions that can be understood only by a specific MIDI device identified by manufacturer, model and SysEx ID number. | ||
| 18 | Glossary | What's a .SYX file? | A .SYX file is a SysEx MIDI File | ||
| 19 | Glossary | What's a .ZIP file? | An .ZIP file is a compressed file in PKZIP format. There are numerous ZIP-compatible decompression programs on the PC, and some on the Mac as well. You may want to download PKZIP from PKWARE, or similar ZIP utility: http://www.pkware.com/ | ||
| 20 | Glossary | What's a .SIT file? | An .SIT file is a compressed file in Aladdin's StuffIt Expander format. There are StuffIt expanders for both Mac and Windows, although this file type is more common on the Mac. Some browsers accept StuffIt plug-ins which ease decompression of downloaded programs. You may also want to download StuffIt! Expander from Aladdin Systems: http://www.aladdinsys.com/ | ||
| 21 | Glossary | What's a .PDF file? | PDF is a file format from Adobe Systems that is used for electronic file distribution. If you are having a problem viewing PDF files you probably don't have the Adobe Acrobat Reader that is required to view PDF files. You can get this for free at: http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html | ||
| 22 | Hardware | What's the difference between an AN1x and PLG150-AN? | The major additions to AN for the PLG150-AN is the introduction of the VCO cross modulation algorithm and new oscillator wave forms (Multisaw, Triangle, Sinewave.) The AN1x second Scene is not available on PLG150AN. This will not affect most AN1x voices, as it is common for only a single Scene to be used (the second scene providing a variation for morphing or accompaniment). Note that Scene morphing can be replicated by creating two voices from the original AN1x voice, each containing one of the original scenes. Thereafter store these as two separate voices on the PLG150-AN and use the program scene morph feature of the PLG150-AN device. Layer/Split Modes - the PLG150-AN only supports Single and Unison mode. Effects - The PLG150-AN only provides AMP SIM variation effect and EQ. If the original AN1x effects are important to the voice they must be recreated using the effects unit of the host device (e.g. CS6x, SW1000XG, MU100, MU128, S80 etc). Hence in general the PLG150-AN does sound pretty much identical to the AN1x (so long as the above restrictions do not affect the voice). Using An1xEdit it is possible to intelligently transfer voices between the AN1x and PLG150AN. For more information see the An1xEdit help file sections "AN1x/PLG150-AN Overview" and "File Types and Voice Data". Parameter differences between the AN1x and PLG150-AN are detailed in the 'AN1xEdit Help' file. | ||
| 23 | Hardware | What's the difference between an AN1x and AN200? | The AN200 is a PLG150-AN card outfitted in a hardware enclosure that includes a selection of real time knobs and buttons for playback and recording. The major addition which distinguishes the AN200 from the AN1x is the 3 part multi-timbral AWM2 sound engine which provides 32 voices of polyphony. Three tracks are provided for you to build rhythm patterns using the 120 built-in drum, bass and percussive synth sounds. | ||
| 24 | Technical Specifications | AN1x Technical Specifications | Keyboard 61 keys (Initial/After Touch) Tone Generator Analog Physical Modeling; VC01 (Sync, FM), VCO2, VCF (Ring Modulator, Noise, FEG), VCA (AEG) Polyphony Maximum 10 notes Multi Timbres Maximum 2 timbres (with polyphony of 5+5 notes) Voice 128 User voices Layer Single, Unison, Dual, Dual Unison, Split Unison Arpeggiator 30 patterns, 10 timing subdivisions Step Sequencer Max. 16 steps (Note, Velocity, Gate Time, Control Change); 128 Voice patterns + 128 User patterns Free EG 4 tracks per voice; Length: Bar (1/2, 1, 3/2, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8), Seconds (1.0 - 16.0) Effects Variation x 14: Chorus 1, 2, Flanger, Symphonic, Phaser, Auto Pan, Rotary Speaker, Pitch Change, Aural Exciter, Compressor, Wah, Distortion, Overdrive, Amp Simulator; Reverb x 8: Hall 1, 2, 3, Room 1, 2, Stage 1, 2, Plate; Delay x 5: Delay LCR, Delay LR, Echo, Cross Delay; EQ x 1: 3-band stereo Controls SCENE 1, 2 (with Scene Control), KNOB PARAMETER GROUP switches x 8, PROGRAM CHANGE keypad (0-9, -/NO, +/YES/ENTER), PORTAMENTO (On, Off), LAYER, STORE, ARPEGGIO/SEQ (On, Off), Edit Rotary switch, Parameter Value UP/DOWN switches x 10, POWER switch Controllers Pitch Bend Wheel (assignable); Modulation Wheel (assignable); X-Z Ribbon Controller (assignable); CONTROL Knobs x 8 (assignable); Volume Knob Display Custom LCD with LED backlight, LED x 10 (red) Connectors PHONES; OUTPUT (L/MONO, R); FOOT VOLUME (FC7; assignable) FOOT CONTROLLER (FC7; assignable) ; FOOT SWITCH (FC4; assignable); MIDI IN, OUT, THRU; DC IN Power Supply AC Adaptor (Yamaha PA-3B or equiv.) Dimensions (W x D x H) 976 x 285 x 103 mm (38-3/8" x 11-1/4" x 4") Weight 7.5kg (16 lbs., 8 oz.)9 | ||
| 25 | Technical Specifications | PLG150-AN Technical Specifications | Type of Unit PLG 150 Series Daughterboard Tone Generator Analog Physical Modeling Synth (VOP3 Processor); 2xVC0 (Sync and FM), Ring Modulation, Noise, 2xLFO, PEG, VCF, FEG, VCA, AEG Polyphony 5 notes (PER PLG Board) Note: Using this on the SW1000XG using its loopback function renders this figure redundant, as once you have recorded 1 part, you can simply choose another voice and record another 5 notes on a second track, thus making the polyphony limitless Multi Timbres (Internal only) 1 Part Voice 256 ROM memory locations, unlimited User voices using SysEx dump Pattern Generator Arpeggiator, Loop sequencer (via software front end) Free EG 4 tracks per voice, max 16 seconds per track Effects 6 buss/24 bits/170+ effect types via SW1000XG DSP processing (Extra effects buss from guitar amp simulator built onto PLG board coupled with multiband EQ) Terminals PLG150-CN connector adapter, PLGCN connector for future expansion. Compatible With SW1000XG, MU100, MU100R, MU128, CS6X, CS6R, S80 Host Computer CPU Use 0% Output Multiple digital interface connectors (to SW1000 and future expansion boards). Can also be streamed via digital out of SW or via multiple internal digital outs to DS2416 (1 part) | ||
| 26 | Technical Specifications | PLG150-AN Feature Summary | Significant new features (as documented on the Yamaha PLG150-AN page) are as follows: MULTISAW with detune & mix on just 1 oscillator, making for some FAT patches. It can also be combined with VCO 2 for some truly huge sounds. Not found on the original AN1x, this expressive new multisaw waveform adds a whole new set of sound capabilities and life to the PLG150-AN board. And makes it very easy to copy the sounds of other JAYPEE type instruments! Unison Mode for even bigger sounds using the new MULTISAW. Some other new waveforms (triangle anyone?) New modulation routings and options. 3 Band parametric EQ independent of the EQ on the SW1000XG, and also an independent programmable AMP simulator to add some grunge to your synth voice. Oscillator sync from oscillator 2 to 1, 1 to 2, again something not on the original. PEG envelope now includes attack as well as release. | ||
| 27 | Technical Specifications | AN200 Technical Specifications | Main synthesizer Method Analog Physical Modeling TG Specs VCO x 2 (OSC Sync, FM), Noise, VCF (FEG), VCA (AEG), LFO x 2, PEG, Ring Mod Max. Polyphony 5 Multi Timbre 1 Sub synthesizer Method AWM2 Max. Polyphony 32 Multi Timbre 3 Effects 13 types Step Sequencer Type 16 steps x 4 parts per pattern MIDI CLOCK Internal/External Preset Pattern (Voice) 256 User pattern 128 (Selection taken from preset patterns) Song 10 Hardware Display 4-digit, 7-segment LED Connectors PHONES, STEREO OUTPUT (L/MONO & R), MIDI IN/OUT, DC IN Controllers Knob x 16, Switch x 51, Encoder x 1 Dimensions 338.0 (W) x 208.9 (D) x 51.7 (H) mm Weight 1,600 g Power Supply YAMAHA PA-3B or equivalent AC adapter Accessories Owner's Manual, CD-ROM,YAMAHA PA-3B or equivalent AC adapter | ||
| 28 | Software | Can I use AN1x Voices with my PLG150-AN and AN200? | AN1xEdit allows .AN1 voices to be converted to .ANP voices and vice versa. Make certain AN1xEdit is running in PLG Mode to properly communicate with your PLG150-AN or AN200. | ||
| 29 | Hardware | How can I determine the OS of the AN1x? | 1) Turn OFF the power. 2) Press and hold the [0], [-] and [+] buttons down simultaneously while turning ON the power. | ||
| 31 | Hardware | What is the most current OS Version of the AN1x? | v1.04 - EPROM supplied by Yamaha can be installed by the user with average ability to install computer peripherals and memory upgrades. | ||
| 32 | Hardware | Are there any new features introduced with the most current version of the AN1x OS? | No, v1.04 introduces no new features. | ||
| 33 | Hardware | What bug fixes are addressed with the most current version of the AN1x OS? | 1.04 OS corrects an erroneous 'low voltage' warning which can occur prematurely and also corrects the audio response when modulating the depth, i.e., return, of delay effects. | ||
| 34 | Hardware | How do I perform a factory reset of the AN1x? | 1) Turn OFF the power. 2) Press and hold the [7], [8] and [9] buttons down simultaneously while turning ON the power. 3) Continue to hold the buttons down until a dialog box appears on the screen displaying, 'Factory Set? [1---9]'. 4) Release the [7], [8] and [9] buttons and choose one of the following resets by pressing the corresponding button: Button [1]: Loads Voices 1-64. Button [2]: Loads Voices 65-128. Button [3]: Loads all 128 Voices. Button [4]: Loads all Voices sorted by Voice Category. Button [5]: Loads User Patterns 1-64. Button [6]: Loads User Patterns 65-128. Button [7]: Loads all User Patterns. Button [8]: Loads system data. Button [9]: Loads all Voices, User Patterns and system data (full factory reset). 5) Press the [YES/ENTER] button. The AN1X will execute the Initialization procedure and return to 'Play mode'. | ||
| 35 | Hardware (AN200) | How can I determine the OS of the AN200? | Press and hold the [SONG], [PATTERN], and [EXIT] buttons on the AN200, then turn ON the power. The following version messages will be displayed: 'nrML' / '1.030' / 'krnL' / '0.500' / 'PLG' / '1.05' | ||
| 36 | Hardware (AN200) | What is the most current OS Version of the AN200? | v1.03 - Free download file supplied by Yamaha | http://www.yamaha.com/yamahavgn/ProductMedia/Software/AN2_V103.MID | |
| 37 | Hardware (AN200) | How do I perform a factory reset of the AN200? | 1) Turn the power OFF. 2) Press and hold the [SHOW VALUE], [PATTERN], and [EXIT] buttons on the AN200, then turn ON the power to execute the Factory Reset. This will take about 20 seconds. | ||
| 38 | Hardware | The AN1x makes a 'popping and clicking' sound? | There was a known problem with the AN1x during its first year of production where an audible "popping" & "clicking" would occur when accessing certain Voices in DUAL mode when the AN1x was first powered up. Yamaha was forthcoming in acknowledging the problem and providing a resolution. The repair is referred to by Yamaha as a "factory modification". The synth will need to be returned to a Yamaha facility. Authorized Yamaha Service Centers are not equipped to affect the repair. It is a hardware repair and does not register on the diagnostic equipment used by your local tech - you have to use your ears for this one. Contact Yamaha Customer Service and request a 'Return Authorization Number' in advance of shipping the instrument being shipped to Yamaha. | ||
| 39 | Hardware | What's a Voice? | 1) In polyphony, a term refering to one of the notes that can be output simultaneously by a synthesizer or other musical instrument. 2) In synthesizers, a term meaning the same thing as 'sound', 'tone', or 'patch' (one sound that can be created by the synthesizer). With the AN1x, a voice is a configuration of all tone generator and other parameter setting, including effects setups and data for a single Voice Pattern, but excluding system settings or the bank of Step Sequencer User Patterns. Therefore, each of the 128 voices in memory can have its own unique configuration of all main parameters. | ||
| 40 | Hardware | What's a Scene? | Each of the AN1x's 128 voices has two Scene memories, each of which are instantly accessible by pressing the [SCENE 1] or[SCENE 2] switch. Each Scene can have its own distinct sound. | ||
| 41 | Hardware | How do I copy Scenes between Voices? | Scene Load Function 1) Hold [SCENE 1] (or [SCENE 2] and enter the number of the voice whose Scene data you want to copy. The selected voice number flashes in the LCD. 2) Press [YES/ENTER] to execute the Scene Load operation, or [NO] to cancel it. | ||
| 42 | Hardware | How do I swap Scenes in a Voice? | Scene Swap Function 1) Hold [STORE] and press both [SCENE 1] and [SCENE 2] switches. "SURE?[Y/N]" flashes in the LCD. 2) Press [YES/ENTER] to execute the Scene Swap operation, or [NO] to cancel it. Alternatively if you are using AN1xEdit: double click the source voice in the library so that it becomes the current edit voice. Then select any control in the source scene and use the Edit menu copy option. Now load up the target voice from the library and select any control in the destination scene - then choose the Edit menu Paste Scene option. | ||
| 43 | Hardware | How do I morph between Scenes in a Voice? | Pressing both [SCENE] switches simultaneously activates the Scene Control function, which lets you "morph", or cross-fade between Scenes in real-time using the assignable [MODULATION] wheel, an assignable Foot Controller, or any other continuous controller. | ||
| 44 | Hardware | How is morphing different on the PLG150-AN and AN200 vs. the AN1x? | Morphing on the AN1x occurs between two Scence in a Voice; Morphing on the PLG150-AN and AN200 occurs between two Voices. Scene morphing can be replicated on the PLG150-AN and AN200 by creating two voices from the original AN1x voice, each containing one of the original two scenes. Thereafter store these as two separate voices on the PLG150-AN and use the program scene morph feature of the PLG150-AN device. | ||
| 45 | Hardware | What´s the difference between the X-Mod of the PLG150-AN and AN200 vs. the FM inside the AN1x? | The AN engine algorithm provides two ways of modulating one oscillator with another: 1) You can perform FM, where the wave of one oscillator (called the modulator) periodically changes the pitch or frequency of another oscillator (called the carrier). In both the AN1x and PLG150-AN, VCO1 is the carrier and we have a whole bunch of sources for the modulator (including VCO2). Furthermore VCO1 can be split into a pair of oscillators and you can select whether either one or both of these use FM. 2) You can perform Sync modulation. In this case the wave of one oscillator (master) is used to reset the wave of a second oscillator (slave). If the two oscillators are operating at different frequencies, this has the effect of chopping up the output into complex waveforms (generally the master determines the output pitch and the slave determines the timbre/tone). In the AN1x we can use this type of modulation only 'within' VCO1, i.e., VCO1 actually contains two oscillators that can be arranged in a master/slave arrangement. However in the PLG150-AN, you can also choose VCO2 as a master to provide sync modulation to VCO1. This allows for much more complex cross modulation between the two VCOs than standard FM. Therefore the PLG150-AN (and AN200) are capable of producing more complex sounds than the AN1x. | ||
| 46 | Glossary | What is a multitimbral synthesizer? | The ability of a synthesizer, keyboard, or tone generator to play multiple independent sounds (instrument parts) simultaneously. | ||
| 47 | Hardware | Is the AN1x multitimbral? | No, the AN1x is not multitimbral. However, the AN1x is bitimbral, i.e., each of the two Scenes in a Voice may be set to receive on independent MIDI Channels. | ||
| 48 | Hardware | Can each Scene in a Voice transmit on separate MIDI Channels? | No, this is a design limitation of the AN1x. | ||
| 49 | Hardware | What are the two Control Change Modes on the AN1x? | Mode 1 corresponds to the list of Control Change parameters according to the MIDI standard. Mode 2 is a special list of Control Change parameters unique to the AN1x. To change between modes, first turn off the power. Then, press and hold [ASSIGN] and press the [POWER] switch. Either "mode1" or "mode2" will appear in the LCD at the start-up procedure to indicate which mode is active. | ||
| 50 | Hardware | Why does the LED on my MIDI Interface keep flashing when connected to the MIDI Out of the AN1x? | The AN1x both Transmits and Receives Active Sense messages. Active Sense is a type of MIDI message (ie, that travels over your MIDI cables just like note data or controller data). It's used to implement a "safety feature". It can provide an automatic "MIDI panic" control that will cause stuck notes and other undesirable effects to be resolved whenever the MIDI connection inbetween modules is broken or impeded in some way. Active Sense message cannot be disabled on the AN1x. | ||
| 51 | Hardware | Does the AN1x, PLG150-AN or AN200 generate MIDI Clock? | The AN1x and PLG150-AN can receive MIDI Clock; The AN200 can send or receive MIDI Clock. | ||
| 52 | Hardware | How do I synchronize the AN1x Arp/Seq to incoming MIDI Clock? | 1) Connect the MIDI Out of the External Sequencer to the MIDI In of the AN1x with a standard MIDI cable. 2) Set the [EDIT ROTARY] switch to the VOICE COMMON SETUP menu. 3) Press Tempo [UP/DOWN] to display "MIDI" in the LCD. | ||
| 53 | Hardware | How do I synchronize the PLG-150-AN Arp/Seq to incoming MIDI Clock? | The same parameters for Tempo apply to the PLG150-AN as to the AN1x's clock. However, the values must be set using the bundled AN Easy Editor or AN Expert Editor. | ||
| 54 | Hardware | How do I synchronize the AN200 Arp/Seq to incoming MIDI Clock? | 1) Set up the AN200 and the sequencer. Connect the MIDI Out of the External Sequencer to the MIDI In of the AN200 with a standard MIDI cable. 2) Call up the clock setting on the AN200. Hold down [SHIFT] and press button [14] (MIDI SETUP), repeatedly if necessary, until "CLot" appears in the display. 3) Set Clock to "External". Turn the [DATA] knob until "E$t" is shown. | ||
| 55 | Hardware | Where can I learn to program Voices for the AN1x, PLG150-AN or AN200? | There are a number of resources available to learn both the principles of Subtractive Synthesis and specific voice creation examples for the AN1x, PLG150-AN, & AN200. On pages 101-108 of the AN1x Owner's Manual you will find step by step examples for creating some of the most common synthesizer sounds. Other resources include: AN1x Voice Set-up Guide - an AN1x guide in PDF format, with hundreds of extra free sounds for the AN1x | ||
| 56 | Hardware | I'm having problems Transmitting and/or Receiving bulk dumps? | This is a reoccurring issue with both the AN1x and AN200. The most concise explanation regarding why AN* bulk dumps can prove difficult was provided by Gary Gregson - author of AN1xEdit: 'The problem with the AN1x is that its bulk dumps are very large (by most synth standards). Doing a full patch dump transmits 128K of data. This is sent in packets of over 1K with a 5ms gap between each. This stresses any MIDI interface by driving it at full bandwidth. If there are any delays in the MIDI path or buffering problems, it is very easy to either lose packets, bytes or to change the inter packet delay time. The net result is that the AN1x will not accept the data. Ideally Yamaha should have used smaller packets (around 256 bytes, which is what most MIDI interfaces/software seem capable of handling comfortably) and left a bigger gap between blocks. Unfortunately this would have also dramatically increased the transmission/receive times (which I am sure many will testify are long enough already :-)' | ||
| 57 | Hardware | AN1xEdit will Transfer but not Receive Voices?! (Mac OS 9) | The Macintosh version of AN1xEdit requires the use of OMS (Open Music System) configured for your MIDI Interface to communicate with the AN1x synthesizer. Under some circumstances AN1xEdit will not receive SysEx from the AN1x - typically when the MIDI Interface has been disconnected or reinstalled. Here's the quick fix to restore communication between OMS and AN1xEdit: 1) Make certain you are running v1.02 or higher of AN1xEdit. 2) Double check that OMSLibPPC.slb is in the AN1xEdit folder - do NOT move this item to your Extensions folder. OMSLibPPC.slb should remain in the AN1xEdit folder. 3) From within AN1xEdit, under the Setup menu select the MIDI Port Setup... option. Notice the devices listed in the drop down menu are those defined in your OMS Studio Setup document. Typically you the MIDI In and MIDI Out options are set to AN1x. In those instances where OMS and AN1xEdit have stopped communicating - toggle between any devices other than the AN1x from the MIDI Port Setup... dialog then back again to AN1x will reestablish the dropped connection. | ||
| 58 | Hardware | Why does the Ribbon controller reset to the center position? | When you release your finger fromt he [RIBBON] controller, the value may remain at the same position as at the time of release, or reset to the center position depending on the Control Matrix settings. When Pitch Up/Pitch Down is selected for "Parameter", the [RIBBON] controller value will reset to the center position when you release your finger from the [RIBBON]. There are user reports of an intermittent bug when the [RIBBON] controller is assigned to a parameter other than Pitch Up/Pitch Down the controller value resets to center. This problem can be temporarily resolved by powering off/on AN1x but reoccurs when a program change is issued to inc/dec the current Voice. While working on this FAQ, I've been unable to recreate the described behavior. | ||
| 59 | Hardware | The Ribbon controller on the AN1x no longer works?! | There have been infrequent user reports where the [RIBBON] controller on the AN1x has ceased to function despite the correct configuration of "Parameter", "Source", and "Depth" settings in the Control Matrix. This is most commonly the result of a loose physical cable connection to the Ribbon controller and can be remedied by opening the AN1x and reconnecting the loose connection. | ||
| 60 | Hardware | Can the AN1x LFOs be synchornized to MIDI Clock? | No, the LFOs cannot be synchronized to MIDI Clock. However, using the spreadsheat "AN1x, PLG150-AN, AN200: LFO Value to Herz Lookup" and a music calculator it's relatively easy to determine a Hz value value and adjust the LFO value to match your song tempo. Note: The parameter value range in the Look table is 0 - 255 where as the actual value range on the AN1x is 1 - 256. Tip: when using the Free EG each of the four tracks is synchronized to the same clock source as the Arp/Seq. You can select time length in bars (up to 8 measures) or absolute time (up to 16.0 seconds.) | ||
| 61 | Manuals & Guides | Where can I get a manual for the AN1x, PLG150-AN, or AN200? | Yamaha Manual Library for Audio & Video Products, Electronic Musical Instruments and Professional Audio Products | http://www2.yamaha.co.jp/manual/english/index.html | |
| 62 | Manuals & Guides | AN1x Data List | http://www2.yamaha.co.jp/manual/pdf/emi/english/synth/AN1XE2.PDF | ||
| 63 | Manuals & Guides | AN1x Owner's Manual | http://www2.yamaha.co.jp/manual/pdf/emi/english/synth/AN1xE1.PDF | ||
| 64 | Manuals & Guides | AN1x Voice Set-up Guide | http://www.yamahasynth.com/download/an1x/s_guide.htm | ||
| 65 | Manuals & Guides | AN200 Editor Owner's Manual | http://www2.yamaha.co.jp/manual/pdf/emi/english/synth/AN200EditorE.pdf | ||
| 66 | Manuals & Guides | PLG150-AN AN Expert Editor Owner's Manual | http://www2.yamaha.co.jp/manual/pdf/emi/english/xg/ANExpertEditorE.pdf | ||
| 67 | Manuals & Guides | PLG150-AN Owner's Manual | http://www2.yamaha.co.jp/manual/pdf/emi/english/xg/PLG150ANE.pdf | ||
| 68 | Manuals & Guides | PLG150-AN Power User Guide | http://www.yamahasynth.com/download/plg_series.html | ||
| 69 | Manuals & Guides | AN200 Owner's Manual | http://www2.yamaha.co.jp/manual/pdf/emi/english/synth/AN200E.pdf | ||
| 70 | Photos | Where can I find An1x / AN200 images? | Yahoo! Groups : AN1x-list Photos | ||
| 71 | Links | Where can I find Links to elated material? | Yahoo! Groups : AN1x-list Links |