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OWNER'S MANUAL Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland XV-2020. Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" (p. 2), "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" (p. 3), and "IMPORTANT NOTES" (p. 5). These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit.
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IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE. BLUE: BROWN: As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
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USING THE UNIT SAFELY Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should improperly. Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly.
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012b • Immediately turn the power off, remove the AC adaptor from the outlet, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the "Information" page when: • The AC adaptor, the power-supply cord, or the plug has been damaged;...
Page 5: Important Notes
IMPORTANT NOTES 291a In addition to the items listed under "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" on p. 3 , please read and observe the following: Power Supply • Do not use this unit on the same power circuit with any device that will generate line noise (such as an electric motor or variable lighting system).
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Quick Start ... 33 Playing Sounds ... 34 Playing Patches (Phrase Preview) ... 34 Playing a Patch on the XV-2020 from an External MIDI Device (MIDI Keyboard) ... 34 Choosing Patches ... 35 Choosing Patches by Category ... 37 Choosing a Performance ... 38 Switching the Mode (Patch, Performance) ...
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Making Settings for Each Part ... 98 Examples of Applications Using the XV-2020 ... 99 Controlling the XV-2020 in real time Using an External MIDI Device ... 99 Applications for Patches ... 100 Changing Part Settings from an External MIDI Device ... 103 Appendix ...
Page 8: Features
You can install up to two SRX Series Wave Expansion Boards, allowing you to create sounds built on large volumes of wave data. Equipped with a USB Connector The XV-2020 has a USB connector on its front panel, so that you can easily connect your computer. Supports General MIDI system Level 2 The XV-2020 provides a mode compatible with General MIDI System Level 2, the standard format for desktop music (DTM) systems.
Page 9: Front And Rear Panel
Front and Rear Panel Front Panel fig.00-01 1. USB Connector Use this for connecting a computer to the XV-2020 using a USB cable (p. 13). 2. PHONES Jack This is the jack for connecting headphones (sold separately). * Use headphones with an impedance of 8 to 150 Ohms.
Page 10: Getting Ready To Play, Attaching The Rubber Feet, Installing On The Rack-mount Adaptor
If you will not be using the separately available RAD-50 rack-mount adaptor, attach the rubber feet that were supplied with the XV-2020, as shown in the figure. Use the small holes on the bottom as a guide for positioning the rubber feet when attaching them.
Page 11: Connecting To Midi Devices And Audio Equipment
Connecting to MIDI Devices and Audio Equipment The XV-2020 is not equipped with an internal amp or speakers. To hear sound, you will need to connect it to a keyboard amp or audio system, or connect headphones. Refer to the following figure when connecting the XV-2020 with external devices.
Page 12: Turning The Power On/off, Restoring The Factory Settings (factory Reset)
Before turning on the power, confirm the following. • Are all devices connected properly? • Are the volume levels on the XV-2020 and any amp or mixer that is connected turned down to the lowest settings? Press XV-2020's [POWER] to turn on the power.
Page 13: For Those Using A Computer, Installing & Setup The Driver (windows)
For Those Using a Computer If you are using music software running on a computer, you can use the computer to operate the XV-2020's controls. Not only can you create and play back song data, you can also have Tones switch automatically.
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For Those Using a Computer Windows XP users With the XV-2020 disconnected, start up Windows. Disconnect all USB cables except for a USB keyboard and USB mouse (if used). Open the System Properties dialog box. 1. Click the Windows Start menu, and from the menu, select Control Panel.
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2. Plug the AC adaptor into an AC power outlet. 3. Use the USB cable to connect the XV- 2020 to your computer. Set the XV-2020's power switch to the ON position. Near the task bar, your computer will indicate "Found New Hardware." Please wait. fig.2-6_30 The Found New Hardware wizard will appear.
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For Those Using a Computer fig.2-8_30 Make sure that the "Model" field indicates "ROLAND XV-2020," and click [Next]. Driver installation will begin. fig.2-9_35 The Insert Disk dialog box will appear. Click [OK]. fig.2-10_35 The Files Needed dialog box will appear.
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Next, you need to make the driver settings. Windows 2000 users With the XV-2020 disconnected, start up Windows. Disconnect all USB cables except for a USB keyboard and USB mouse (if used). Log on to Windows as a user with administrative privileges (such as Administrator).
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AC adaptor. 2.Plug the AC adaptor into an AC power outlet. 3.Use the USB cable to connect the XV-2020 to your computer. Set the XV-2020's power switch to the ON position. fig.2-17_45 The Insert Disk dialog box will appear.
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Specify the drive name of your CD-ROM drive. fig.2-17b_40 The "Found New Hardware Wizard" may be displayed. Verify that "ROLAND XV-2020" is displayed, and click [Finish]. Restart Windows. The System Settings Change dialog box may appear. Click [Yes]. Windows will restart automatically.
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5. Click [OK]. The System properties dialog box will close. Next, you need to make the driver settings. Windows Me/98 users With the XV-2020 disconnected, start up Windows. Disconnect all USB cables except for a USB keyboard and USB mouse (if used). Exit all currently running software (applications).
Page 21: Settings And Checking
Connect the XV-2020. 1. With the XV-2020's power switch turned off, connect it to the AC adaptor. 2. Plug the AC adaptor into an AC power outlet. 3. Use the USB cable to connect the XV-2020 to your computer. Set the XV-2020's power switch to the ON position.
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For MIDI music playback, click the located at the right of [Preferred device] (or in Windows XP, [Default device]), and select the ROLAND XV-2020. Click OK to complete the settings. Proceed to the following page. • Windows XP users •...
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The System Properties dialog box will close. Deleting the USB MIDI Driver If you were not able to install the XV-2020 driver according to the procedure, or if you are unable to use the XV-2020 even after installing the driver, you must delete the driver.
Page 24: Installing & Setup The Driver (macintosh)
Turn off the power of the Macintosh and all peripheral devices connected to the Macintosh. With the XV-2020's power switch turned off, connect it to the AC adaptor. Plug the AC adaptor into an AC power outlet. Use the USB cable to connect the XV-2020 to your computer.
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If the power of the XV-2020 is turned on, a message like the following will appear when the Macintosh is started up. Perform the steps described below as appropriate for the message that is displayed. If the screen indicates: "Driver required for USB device `unknown device' is not available. Search for driver on the Internet?"...
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Click [Restart] to restart your Macintosh. Use the USB cable to connect the XV-2020 to your computer. 1. With the XV-2020's power switch turned off, connect it to the AC adaptor. 2. Plug the AC adaptor into an AC power outlet.
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After you have finished the above check, exit OMS Setup. This completes driver settings. This completes connections for the XV-2020 and Macintosh, and installation of the MIDI driver. Now, MIDI data can be input and output (recorded and played). For Those Using a Computer...
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* Install OMS if using the XV Editor software included with the unit. * The XV-2020 FreeMIDI Driver included on the disc is provided as an additional module that allows the XV-2020 to be used with FreeMIDI. In order to use it, FreeMIDI must already be installed on the start-up hard disk.
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From the File menu, select [Save], and save your settings. This completes connections for the XV-2020 and Macintosh, and installation of the MIDI driver. Now, MIDI data can be input and output (recorded and played). For Those Using a Computer...
Page 30: Connecting With Midi Connectors, Installing The Included Editor Software
MIDI OUT Installing the Included Editor Software To help you get more out of your XV-2020, it comes with XV Editor software. Use XV Editor to freely create your own original sounds. Detailed instructions on installing the software can be found in the online manual contained on the XV Editor CD-ROM.
Page 31: About Patches And Performances
Patch and a Performance. What is a Patch? The type of sound most commonly played on the XV-2020 is called a Patch. A Patch is a combination of Tones, which are the smallest units of sound. Each Patch can contain up to four Tones.
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Page 33: Quick Start
Quick Start...
Page 34: Playing Sounds, Playing Patches (phrase Preview)
Playing Sounds The XV-2020 comes with a rich palette of onboard sounds, called Patches. Let's listen to some Patches in Patch mode. Playing Patches (Phrase Preview) Even when there's no MIDI keyboard or sequencer connected, the XV-2020 allows you to audition sounds.
Page 35: Choosing Patches
Matching MIDI Channels In order for the XV-2020 to respond to MIDI data sent by an external MIDI device, both devices must be set to use the same MIDI channel or channels. Here, in Patch mode, let's set both devices so that they use MIDI Channel 1.
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Playing Sounds fig.01-06e Bank USER PSTA/B/C/D (PRESET) GM (General MIDI) EXP-A/B Procedure fig.01-07 Press [VALUE] to make the PATCH indicator lights up. Press the knob several times, until the PATCH indicator lights up. Turn [CATEGORY/BANK] to choose the bank (USER, PST-A/B/C/D, GM, EXP-A/B) Turn [VALUE] to choose a Patch.
Page 37: Choosing Patches By Category
Choosing Patches by Category On the XV-2020, Patches are grouped into categories, such as "piano" and "guitar." You can easily change to the category you like and select Patches with the [CATEGORY/BANK] knob. Procedure fig.01-09 Press [VALUE], so the PATCH indicator lights up Press [VALUE] several times, until the PATCH indicator lights up.
Page 38: Choosing A Performance
XV Editor Group Display SYN/PAD ETHNIC RHYTHM&SFX Choosing a Performance The collected assignment of Patches or Rhythm Sets to the XV-2020's sixteen Parts is referred to as a "Performance." fig.00-10e Part 16 Performance Part 10 Part 1 Selecting Performances and Parts Press [VALUE], so the PERFORM indicator lights up.
Page 39: Switching The Mode (patch, Performance)
Switching the Mode (Patch, Performance) The XV-2020's parameters are organized into ten different modes. You can easily switch modes using the [VALUE] knob or [VOLUME] knob. fig.01-13e Patch Play Mode Choose this mode when playing a single Patch from a keyboard.
Page 40: Using An External Midi Device To Select Patches And Change Other Settings
In this example, after setting the send channel for the external MIDI device and the XV-2020's reception channel (Patch Rx Channel p. 35) to "1," we'll send a MIDI message from the external MIDI device to select the XV-2020 Patch "PB018 (Preset B, No.18"...
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Selecting Performances To switch Performances, after matching the send channel for the external MIDI device with the XV-2020's Performance Control channel (p. 94), send the Bank Select number and Program Change messages. Upon execution of Factory Reset, Performance Ctrl-Ch is set to "16." Here, set the external MIDI device's send channel to "16,"...
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Page 43: Advanced Use
"List of Parameters That Can Be Affected Using the XV-2020 (p. 117)." Connecting the XV-2020 to your computer with a USB cable requires installation of the USB driver. -> "For Those Using a Computer (p. 13)"...
Page 44: Creating A Patch, How A Patch Is Organized
Creating a Patch How a Patch Is Organized The type of sound most commonly played on the XV-2020 is called a Patch. Each Patch can contain up to four Tones. fig.1-01.e Tone Tone Tone Example 1:A Patch consisting of only one Tone (Tones 2–4 are turned off).
Page 45: Tips For Creating A Patch, Choosing The Tones That Sound (tone On/off), Confirming Tones
(p. 48) • Turn off effects Since the XV-2020 effects have such a profound impact on its sounds, turn off a Patch's effects during programming so you can more clearly hear the changes you're making. Actually, sometimes just changing effects settings can give you the sound you want.
Page 46: Patch Parameter
Creating a Patch Patch Parameter Tone-Related Settings Parameter Value TONE SWITCH OFF, ON TONE SELECT OFF, ON PATCH COMMON (Settings Common to the Entire Patch) Parameter Value PATCH NAME space, A–Z, a–z, 0–9, ! " # $ % & ' ( ) * + , - . / : ;...
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Simultaneously lowers or raises the individual TVF VELOCITY V-Cutoff and TVA V-Sens values of the Tones in the Patch. Determines how notes are managed when the XV-2020's maximum polyphony limit is exceeded (64 voices). LAST: Gives priority to the last-played voices. Currently-sounding notes are turned off in order, beginning with the first-played note.
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Creating a Patch Parameter Value PORTAMENTO START PITCH, NOTE PORTAMENTO TIME 0–127 PATCH STRUCTURE Parameter TYPE (Structure Type 1&2, 3&4) TYPE 1 TONE 1 (3) TONE 2 (4) TYPE 3 TONE 1 (3) TONE 2 (4) TVF TVA TYPE 5 TONE 1 (3) TONE 2 (4) TVF TVA...
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Tones. [What is a TMT?] With the XV-2020, you can set each Tone's expression range, or "key range." You can also change the way the Tone responds to the force, or "velocity," with which a key is pressed. These settings are collectively re- ferred to as the TMT.
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Creating a Patch MATRIX CTRL (Patch Matrix Control) This selects the parameters to be controlled by Matrix Control Source 1–4 and the Sens settings, as well as the specific Tones whose parameters you wish to control. Up to four destination parameters can be selected for each controller and controlled simultaneously.
Page 51: More Advanced Editing Of Tones
The intervals between G and B, C and E, F and G#, Bb and C#, and Eb and F# have a natural third-the interval between a major third and a minor third. On the XV-2020, you can use Arabian temperament in the three keys of G, C and F.
Page 52: Tips For Choosing A Waveform
• One-shot:These waveforms contain sounds that have short decays. A one-shot waveform records the initial rise and fall of its sound. Some of the XV-2020's one-shot waveforms are sounds that are complete in themselves, such as percussive instrument sounds. The XV-2020 also contains many other one-shot waveforms that are elements of other sounds.
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Chooses the desired waveform. You can choose a separate waveform for the XV-2020's left and right channels. * For monaural tones, assign a waveform to the L channel. No sound will be heard if a waveform is set for only the R channel.
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Creating a Patch Parameter Value FXM ON OFF, ON (Wave FXM Switch) TEMPO SYNC OFF, ON (Wave Tempo Sync) FXM COLOR 1–4 (Wave FXM Color) FXM DEPTH 0–16 (Wave FXM Depth) COARSE TUNE -48–+48 (Tone Coarse Tune) FINE TUNE -50–+50 (Tone Fine Tune) RANDOM PITCH 0–1200...
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Parameter Value ENV TIME KF -100–+100 (Pitch Envelope Time Key- follow) ENV VEL SENS -63–+63 (Pitch Envelope Velocity Sensitivity) ENV T1 SENS -63–+63 (Pitch Envelope Time 1 Velocity Sensitivity) ENV T4 SENS -63–+63 (Pitch Envelope Time 4 Velocity Sensitivity) ENV T1–T4 0–127 (Pitch Envelope Time1–4) ENV L0–L4...
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Creating a Patch Parameter Value LFO1(2) WAVEFORM SIN, TRI, SAW-UP, SAW-DW, SQR, RND, (LFO Waveform) BEND-UP, BEND-DW, TRP, S&H, CHS LFO1(2) OFFSET -100–+100 LFO1(2) RATE VALUE 0–127, note Sixty-fourth-note Sixty-fourth note triplet Sixteenth-note Dotted thirty-second triplet note Dotted sixteenth Eighth note note Quarter note Half-note triplet...
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Parameter Value LFO1(2) KEY SYNC OFF, ON (LFO Key Sync) LFO1(2) PITCH DEPTH -63–+63 LFO1(2) TVF DEPTH -63–+63 LFO1(2) TVA DEPTH -63–+63 LFO1(2) PAN DEPTH -63–+63 Noise may result from making the LFO PAN DEPTH too deep. To prevent noise, you can either lower the value for the PAN DEPTH, or lower the LFO Rate.
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Creating a Patch Parameter (Resonance) RES VEL SENS (TVF resonance velocity sensitivity) CUTOFF KF (Cutoff Key follow) VEL CURVE (Cutoff Frequency Velocity Curve) VEL SENS (Cutoff Frequency Velocity Sensi- tivity) TVF ENVELOPE ENV DEPTH (TVF envelope depth) ENV TIME KF (TVF Envelope Time Key follow) Value Description...
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Parameter Value ENV VEL CURVE FIXED, 1–7 (TVF envelope velocity curve) ENV VEL SENS -63–+63 (TVF envelope velocity sensitivity) ENV T1 SENS -63–+63 (TVF Envelope Time 1 Velocity Sensitivity) ENV T4 SENS -63–+63 (TVF Envelope Time 4 Velocity Sensitivity) ENV T1–T4 0–127 (TVF Envelope Time 1–4) ENV L0–L4...
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Creating a Patch Parameter (Tone Pan) PAN KF (Tone Pan Key follow) RANDOM PAN DEPTH (Tone Random Pan Depth) ALT PAN DEPTH (Tone Alternate Pan Depth) TVA ENVELOPE This specifies the manner in which keyboard ve- locity affects the times of the TVA envelope. ENV TIME KF (TVA Envelope Time Key follow) ENV T1 SENS...
Page 61: Adjusting Effect Settings, Saving Patches You Create
PATCH MFX (Patch Multi-Effects) Parameter TYPE (Multi-Effects Type) SEND LEVEL DRY (Multi-Effects Dry Send Level) SEND LEVEL CHO (Multi-Effects Chorus Send Level) SEND LEVEL REV (Multi-Effects Reverb Send Level) OUTPUT ASSIGN (Multi-Effects Output Assign) CONTROL SOURCE 1–4 (Multi-Effects Control Source 1–4) DESTINATION 1–4 (Multi-Effects Control Destination 1–4) SENS 1–4...
Page 62: Creating A Rhythm Set, How Percussion Instruments Are Organized
The XV-2020 has 1083 different waveforms. (See Waveform List p. 121.) All Rhythm Sets built into the XV-2020 consist of Rhythm Tones based on these waveforms. TVF (Time Variant Filter) This sets how the frequency characteristics of the Rhythm Tone will change.
Page 63: Rhythm Set Parameters, Setting Up Individual Rhythm Tones, Tips For Choosing Rhythm Tone Waveforms
Rhythm Set Parameters RHYTHM COMMON (Settings Common to the Entire Rhythm Set) Parameter Value RHYTHM NAME space, A–Z, a–z, 0–9, ! " # $ % & ' ( (Rhythm set name) ) * + , - . / : ; < = > ? @ [ ¥ ] ^ _ ` | KEY NAME space, A–Z, a–z, 0–9, ! "...
Page 64: Rhythm Parameter
RHYTHM KEY WMT (Wave Mix Table) With the XV-2020, up to four stereo Waves can be assigned to a single Rhythm Tone. You can select the way tones sound according to the force with which the keys are played, thus allowing you to create Rhythm Tones featuring great expressive power.
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Parameter Value RANDOM PAN# OFF, ON (Wave random pan switch) ALT PAN# OFF, ON, REV (Wave alternate pan switch) COARSE TUNE# -48–+48 (Wave coarse tune) FINE TUNE# -50–+50 (Wave fine tune) FXM ON# OFF, ON (Wave FXM switch) FXM COLOR# 1–4 (Wave FXM color) FXM DEPTH#...
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Creating a Rhythm Set RHYTHM KEY TVF (Modifying the Brightness of a Sound with a Filter) The settings for the TVF (Time Variant Filter) allow you to change a Rhythm Tone's timbral content by altering its brightness or thickness. Parameter FILTER TYPE (Filter type) CUTOFF...
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Parameter Value VEL CURVE FIXED, 1–7 (TVF cutoff velocity curve) VEL SENS -63–+63 (TVF cutoff velocity sensitivity) TVF ENVELOPE Cutoff Frequency key is key is pressed released ENV DEPTH -63–+63 (TVF envelope depth) ENV VEL CURVE FIXED, 1–7 (TVF envelope velocity curve) ENV VEL SENS -63–+63 (TVF envelope velocity...
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To simulate this behavior on the XV-2020, you can set the open and closed hi-hat Rhythm Tones to the same Mute Group. You can have up to 31 Mute Groups per Rhythm Set.
Page 69: Saving Rhythm Sets You Create, Adjusting Effect Settings
Parameter Value ENV MODE NO-SUS, SUSTAIN (Rhythm tone envelope mode) RCV EXP OFF, ON (Rhythm tone receive expression switch) RCV HOLD-1 OFF, ON (Rhythm tone receive hold 1 switch) RCV PAN MODE CONTINUOUS, (Rhythm tone receive pan mode) KEY-ON RHYTHM MFX (Rhythm Multi-Effects) Parameter TYPE (Multi-Effects Type)
Page 70: Creating A Performance, How A Performance Is Organized, Basic Ways To Use Performances
How a Performance Is Organized In the XV-2020's Performance mode, you can play and control up to 16 instrument sounds at the same time, including Patches and/or Rhythm Sets. Such a set of sounds, as well as an effect setup, can be saved as a "Performance."...
Page 71: Switching Parts, Turning A Tone On Or Off, Confirming Tones, Performance Parameters
Using the XV-2020 as a Multitimbral Sound Module In Performance mode, you can use the XV-2020 as a 16-part multitimbral sound module. Let's try choosing some Parts and their sounds, and then play the multiple Parts together as a Performance.
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Creating a Performance Parameter SOLO (Solo Part Select) Parameter TYPE (Part Type) GROUP (Part Group) NUMBER (Patch/Rhythm Set Number) LEVEL (Part Level) (Part Pan) VEL SENS (Part Velocity Sensitivity) OCT SHIFT (Part Octave Shift) COARSE TUNE (Part Coarse Tune) FINE TUNE (Part Fine Tune) Parameter Value...
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For example, if you play one note using a Patch that consists of only one Tone, you'll use up one voice of polyphony. XV-2020 Tones may use two Waveforms. If a Patch's Tone uses two Waveforms, the number of voices it requires is doubled. If two keys are pressed with a Patch that has four Tones, and each Tone uses two Waveforms, a total of sixteen voices are used.
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For each Part, you can select from among four velocity curves to find the one that best matches the touch of the MIDI keyboard connected to the XV-2020. Set this to "OFF" if you're using the MIDI keyboard's own velocity curve.
Page 75: Saving Performances You Create, Adjusting Effect Settings
Refer to Saving a Sound You Create (p. 92). Description The XV-2020 allows you to use temperaments other than equal temperament. Turn this on when you wish to use a tuning scale other than equal temperament. Adjusts the pitch of each note in one-cent steps (1/100th of a semitone) relative to its equal-tem- pered pitch.
Page 76: Using The Xv-2020 Effects, Turning Effects On/off
For information about the application of effects in GM mode, refer to "Making Effects Settings in GM Mode (EFFECTS) (p. 97)." Effect Types The XV-2020 has the following four onboard effect processors, and settings can be made independently for each. MFX (Multi-Effects) The Multi-effects are multi-purpose effects that completely change the sound type by changing the sound itself.
Page 77: Patch/rhythm Set Mode Settings
Audio Signal Flow The audio path of direct sounds or sounds that have been passed through the effects in Patch/Rhythm Set mode is shown in the figure below. fig.4-01 Output Assign TONE/ RHYTHM TONE M-FX Using the XV-2020 Effects OUTPUT...
Page 78: Performance Mode Settings
Patch in a Part and apply them to the entire Performance, or just part of the Performance. On the XV-2020, only the MFX-A settings are valid in Performance mode. Basic Process of Making Effects Settings When applying effects in Performance mode, the following procedure is used to make the settings.
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A: Output to the OUTPUT jacks in stereo without passing through Multi-effects. 1: Output from L. 2: Output from R. PAT: The Part's output destination is determined by the settings of the Patch or Rhythm Set assigned to the Part. Using the XV-2020 Effects OUTPUT...
Page 80: Multi-effects Parameter
Using the XV-2020 Effects Multi-Effects Parameter PATCH/RHYTHM MFX, PERFORM MFX (Multi-Effects Settings) Parameter TYPE (Multi-Effects Type) SEND LEVEL DRY (Multi-Effects Dry Send Level) SEND LEVEL CHO (Multi-Effects Chorus Send Level) SEND LEVEL REV (Multi-Effects Reverb Send Level) CONTROL SOURCE 1–4 (Multi-Effects Control Source) DESTINATION 1–4...
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Adjusts the frequency above which the high-frequency content of the reverb sound is cut, or "damped." If you don't want to damp the high frequencies, set this parameter to BYPASS. Adjusts the amount of delay feedback when the Type setting is DELAY or PAN- DELAY. Using the XV-2020 Effects...
Page 82: Multi-effects Parameters
Using the XV-2020 Effects Multi-Effects Parameters The multi-effects feature 90 different kinds of effects. Some of the effects consist of two or more different effects connected in series or in parallel. Parameters marked with a sharp "#" can be simultaneously controlled using the selected controller.
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High Slow R out High Fast High Accel High Level Separation Level # Using the XV-2020 Effects L out R out Description Type of filter LPF: The wah effect is applied over a wide frequency range. BPF: The wah effect is applied over a...
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Using the XV-2020 Effects 9: COMPRESSOR Flattens out high levels and boosts low levels, smoothing out fluctuations in volume. fig.02-009m L in 2-Band Compressor R in Parameter Value Description Attack 0-127 Sets the speed at which compression starts Sustain 0-127 Sets the duration of the compression.
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(D) and the chorus sound (W) Level 0-127 Output level Using the XV-2020 Effects 15: STEREO FLANGER This is a stereo flanger. (The LFO has the same phase for left and right.) It produces a metallic resonance that rises and falls somewhat like a jet airplane taking off or landing.
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Using the XV-2020 Effects 17: STEREO DELAY This is a stereo delay. When Mode is NORMAL: fig.02-017am Balance D L in Delay Balance W Feedback Feedback Balance W Delay R in Balance D When Mode is CROSS: fig.02-017bm Balance D...
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Pre Dly A Pan A Coarse B #2 Fine B #2 Pre Dly B Pan B Mode Level Bal Balance Level Using the XV-2020 Effects 2-Band Balance D Balance W Time Control Delay Balance W Feedback 2-Band Balance D Value...
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Using the XV-2020 Effects 23: FB PITCH SHIFTER This allows the pitch-shifted sound to be fed back into the effect. fig.02-023m L in Balance D Pitch Shifter Feedback R in Balance D Parameter Value Description Coarse #1 -24-+12 semi Adjusts the pitch of the pitch-shifted sound in semitone steps.
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R in Enhancer Parameter Enhancer Sens # Enhancer Mix Cho Rate Cho Depth Cho Delay Cho Balance # Level Using the XV-2020 Effects L out Balance D Balance W Chorus Balance W R out Balance D Balance D L out...
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Using the XV-2020 Effects 33: ENHANCER -> FLANGER fig.02-033m L in Enhancer Feedback Flanger R in Enhancer Balance D Parameter Value Description Enhancer Sens # 0-127 Sensitivity of the enhancer Enhancer Mix 0-127 Level of the overtones generated by the enhancer Flg Rate 0.05-10.00 Hz...
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R in note*1 Sixteenth note Eighth note Half-note triplet Half note L out R out L out R out Using the XV-2020 Effects Balance D L out Chorus Balance W Feedback Flanger Balance W R out Balance D Eighth-note triplet...
Page 92: Saving A Sound You Create, Saving Edits To The Xv-2020's Internal Memory (write)
Temporary memory when you select it. During initialization, only the copy is affected, not the version saved in memory. If you wish to restore all of the XV-2020's settings to their factory values, perform a Factory Reset. (p. 12) Select the Performance, Patch or Rhythm Set you wish to initialize.
Page 93: Transmitting Sound Settings (xfer)
Patch, Performance, Rhythm Set or System data on an external MIDI device as a safety backup of your XV-2020 data. The following describes the relationship between the selected mode and the data that is transmitted.
Page 94: Establishing Settings For An Entire Xv-2020 (system Common)
0–127 Adjusts the volume of the entire XV-2020. 415.3–466.2 Hz Adjusts the overall tuning of the XV-2020. The setting is expressed as the fre- quency played by the A4 key. OFF, ON This specifies whether you want the notes that are sounding to remain (ON) or turn off (OFF) when you select a new Patch or Rhythm Set in Patch mode.
Page 95: Other Settings, Making Usb-related Settings, Checking The Program Version
Other Settings Making USB-Related Settings With these parameters, changes in the settings are not reflected until the power is turned off and then on again. Furthermore, only the XV-2020 can be used to make the settings. Parameter Value MIDI-USB Thru...
Page 96: Using The Xv-2020 As A General Midi Sound Module, Entering Gm Mode
The beginning of a GM score normally contains a GM System On message. So if you play back a GM score starting in the top of a song, XV-2020 will switch itself to GM mode. But if you play back a GM score starting in the middle of a song, XV-2020 may not switch itself to GM mode, and the GM score may not play back correctly.
Page 97: Making Effects Settings In Gm Mode (effects)
Adds depth and spaciousness to the sound. • Reverb: Adds the reverberation characteristics of halls or auditoriums. In GM mode, you cannot use Multi-effects. The XV-2020's onboard effects can be turned on/off as a whole. For details, refer to "Turning Effects On/Off (p. 76)." OUTPUT Parameter...
Page 98: Making Settings For Each Part
Using the XV-2020 as a General MIDI Sound Module Making Settings for Each Part Here you can select the GM Patch/Rhythm Set assigned to each Part, and set the volume, pan, and pitch of each Part. Parameter Value LEVEL 0–127 (Part Level) RND, L63–63R...
Page 99: Examples Of Applications Using The Xv-2020
Examples of Applications Using the XV-2020 This section provides clear, concrete examples describing how the included XV Editor is used with the XV-2020. Controlling the XV-2020 in real time Using an External MIDI Device External MIDI controllers – modulation lever, foot switch, expression pedal, etc.
Page 100: Applications For Patches
Examples of Applications Using the XV-2020 Matrix Control Select the controllers you want to use to control a specific Tone parameter. Four control sources are assigned to each Patch. SOURCE 1–4 (MATRIX CONTROL1–4 SOURCE) Assign one of the following controllers to Control Source 1–4. If you wish to use a controller that applies to all Patches, or a controller that cannot be directly specified here, choose SYS-CTRL1–4, and then...
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Click [DETAIL] for PATCH COMMON, then set [CLOCK SOURCE] to [SYSTEM]. fig.08-06a.eps_50 Examples of Applications Using the XV-2020 fig.08-06b Click [PARAM] for [MFX]. This puts you in the PATCH MFX screen. Click [TYPE] and select [16 STEP FLANGER].
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Examples of Applications Using the XV-2020 Making a Tone's Delay Time Match the System Tempo Click [PATCH]. Click the for [PATCH NAME] to select the Patch to be used. fig.08-01.eps_50 fig.08-02.eps_50 Click [DETAIL] for PATCH COMMON, then set [CLOCK SOURCE] to [SYSTEM].
Page 103: Changing Part Settings From An External Midi Device
By sending Control Change messages for different Part settings, including volume, panning, and pitch, you can change these settings remotely from an external MIDI device connected to the XV-2020. This lets you control fade-ins and fade-outs, open and close filters, and exercise other controls in real time from the external MIDI device.
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(Control Number 101) informs the XV-2020 that an RPN setting is to follow, and the RPN LSB (Control Number 100) value tells the XV-2020 which parameter is to be set. Finally, a Data Entry (Control Change 6) message sets the desired value.
Page 105: Appendix
Page 106: Installing A Wave Expansion Board
Expansion Board Before installing the Wave Expansion Board, switch off the power to the XV-2020 and any connected equipment. Detach the cover on the upper portion of the XV-2020. Loosen the screw on the upper portion of the cover. fig.1-03a.e Driver Position the board holders so they are oriented.
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Check to make sure the board has been installed properly Press the POWER switch on the XV-2020 to switch on the power. Press [VALUE] to make the PATCH indicator lights up. fig.1-04 * When you have a Wave Expansion Board installed, "roland XV- 2020"...
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Les données Waveform, les retouches et les groupes de rythme sont stockés sur la carte d'expansion Wave; vous pouvez donc augmenter le nombre de sons disponibles en installant la carte dans le XV-2020. Installer une carte d'expansion Wave augmente les retouches et les groupes de percussion pour les partitions mais le nombre de partitions ne change pas.
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Assurez-vous que la carte a été bien installée 1. Appuyez sur le commutateur du XV-2020 pour l'allumer. 2. Appuyez sur [PATCH] pour que les lampes témoins PATCH s'allument. fig.1-04 Lorsqu'une carte d'expansion Wave est installée et que vous allumez l'appareil, vous voyez d'abord l'affichage roland Xv- 2020 et ensuite les deux derniers chiffres du numéro de modèle...
Page 110: Troubleshooting, Problems When Using The Xv-2020
Troubleshooting If an unexpected problem occurs while using the XV-2020, read this chapter first. It contains numerous tips for resolving problems. If a message appears during operation, consult the following section Error Messages (p. 116). Problems when using the XV-2020 No sound •...
Page 111: Problems Related To The Usb Driver
MIDI Score cannot be played back correctly unless this message is received. • Are you playing back GS format song data? Since the XV-2020 is a General MIDI system compatible sound source, there may be cases in which GS format song data will not playback correctly. •...
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Is the XV-2020 connected correctly? Make sure that the USB connector of your computer is connected to the XV-2020 by a USB cable. Check this, and if you are using Windows, close the Sound and Multimedia Properties dialog box (Multimedia Properties in Windows 98), re-open the same dialog box once again, and specify the audio and MIDI input/output destinations.
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"Found unknown device" appears even though you installed the driver If your computer or USB hub has two or more USB connectors, and you connect the XV-2020 to a USB connector to which the XV-2020 has never been connected before, the "Unknown device" dialog box may appear even on a computer onto which you have already installed the driver.
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[OK]. In the same way, delete all indications of "?Composite USB Device," "?USB Device," "USB Device," and "USB composite device" that you find. If you find ROLAND XV-2020 USB Driver with a yellow "!" or a red "?" displayed beside it, delete this in the same way.
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Was the driver installed correctly? In order for you to play back MIDI data via the XV-2020, the driver must be installed. For installation and settings, refer to "Installing & Setup the Driver (Windows) (p. 13)" "Installing & Setup the Driver (Macintosh) (p.
Page 116: Error Messages
Display Situation There is a problem with the MIDI cable con- nected to the XV-2020's MIDI IN connector or with an external device. However, this mes- sage is also displayed when the power for the external device is turned off.
Page 117: List Of Parameters That Can Be Affected Using The Xv-2020
List of Parameters That Can Be Affected Using the XV-2020 Switching modes Mode Page Patch Play Mode p. 35 Performance Part Play Mode p. 38 Performance Play Mode p. 38 Rhythm Play Mode p. 35 GM Play Mode p. 96 Patch Edit Mode p.
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List of Parameters That Can Be Affected Using the XV-2020 RHYTHM parameter Parameter Page Procedure LEVEL p. 63 Press [VALUE] to make the RHYTHM indicator lights up. -> While holding down [VOLUME], press [VALUE]. -> OUTPUT ASSIGN p. 63 Turn [CATEGORY/BANK] to choose the parameter you want to set. ->...
Page 119: Xv Editor Screens – Page To Turn To For Info On A Parameter
XV Editor Screens – Page to Turn to for Info on a Parameter PATCH MODE RHYTHM MODE fig.00-11 p. 44 p. 92 p. 76 p. 45 p. 48 p. 49 p. 50 p. 50 p. 51 10 : p. 94 11 : p.
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XV Editor Screens – Page to Turn to for Info on a Parameter PERFORMANCE MODE fig.00-13 p. 70 p. 92 p. 78 p. 45 p. 71 p. 71 p. 74 p. 75 p. 94 10 : p. 71 11 : p.
Page 121: Waveform List
Waveform List Wave Name Wave Name StGrand pA L Clav 3A StGrand pA R Clav 3B StGrand pB L Clav 3C StGrand pB R Clav 4A StGrand pC L Clav 4B StGrand pC R Clav 4C StGrand fA L Clav Wave StGrand fA R MIDI Clav StGrand fB L...
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Waveform List Wave Name Wave Name Trumpet 1A Voice Aahs B Trumpet 1B Voice Aahs C Trumpet 1C Voice Oohs1A Trumpet 2A Voice Oohs1B Trumpet 2B Voice Oohs1C Trumpet 2C Voice Oohs2A HarmonMute1A Voice Oohs2B HarmonMute1B Voice Oohs2C HarmonMute1C Choir 1A Trombone 1 Choir 1B Trombone 2 A...
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Wave Name Wave Name Rock Tom M f Ride 2 Rock Tom H f Ride Bell Rock Flm L1 Rock CrCym1p Rock Flm L2 Rock CrCym1f Rock Flm M Rock CrCym2p Rock Flm H Rock CrCym2f Jazz Tom L p Rock Splash Jazz Tom M p Jazz CrCym p...
Page 124: Patch List
Patch List USER Name Category Category No. Grand XV PIANO 1 LFO Trance SYN/PAD 67 808 SynBass GTR/BS 56 106 Strings SYN/PAD 143 Soft Lead SYN/PAD 32 XV Strings OCH/BRS 1 SmoothRhodes PIANO 36 OSC Sync2020 SYN/PAD 10 Sugar Key SYN/PAD 127 Soft Perky KEY&ORG 31...
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Preset-A Name Category Category No. Grand XV PIANO1 RockPiano Ch Contemplate Hall Grand 64voicePiano Power Grand E.Grand RD-1000 MIDIed Grand SparklePiano Warm pF Mix PianoStrings Y2K Concerto Piano+SftPad R&Ballad Mix West Coast Hit Rhodes Full Rhodes Player's EP Retro Rhodes Fat Rhodes PingE Piano Rholitzer...
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Patch List Preset-B Name Category Category No. Rezodrive GTR/BS34 Hurtin'Tubes R&R Chunk Power Trip Pick Bass Hip Bass Homey Bass Tap Bass Pop Bass TremCho Bs Nylon Bass XV Upright XV Ac.Bass XV Fretless Basic F'less 8-str F'less LookMaNoFret Slap Bass 1 Slap Bass 2 Slap Bass 3 Sub Zero...
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Preset-C Name Category Category No. Voyager Brs BRS OCH/BRS69 3 Osc Brass Poly Brass Brass It! Archimede Breathy Brs Triumph Brs P5 Polymod FatSynBrass True ANALOG Afro Horns Sop.Sax mf Solo SoprSax Alto Sax Solo AltoSax XV DynoTenor Honker Bari Sax Choir Full Saxz Swingin'Bari...
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Patch List Preset-D Name Category Category No. Dark Side FX SYN/PAD109 Dunes The Beast Ocean Floor Cyber Space Nexus ForestMoon Planet Meta Predator 2 Flashback JUNO Keys Poly Key Poly Saws Dual Profs Saw Mass Streamer Soft Puff Dreams East Sugar Key D50FantaPerc Galactic...
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GM (General MIDI) No. Name Voice No. Name 001 Piano 1 065 Chorus Gt. 002 Piano 1w 066 Mid Tone GTR 1 003 European Pf 067 Muted Gt. 004 Piano 2 068 Funk Pop 005 Piano 2w 069 Funk Gt.2 006 Piano 3 070 Jazz Man 007 Piano 3w...
Page 130: Rhythm Set List
Rhythm Set List User Group Note No. R&B Kit House Kit Dance Kick House Kick 6 Dry Kick House Kick 5 R&B SN Roll House ClHH 3 Hybrid Kick1 House Kick 4 R&B SN Ghost Reso Stick Round Kick House Kick 3 R&B PdHH House OpHH 2 R&B Kick 2...
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Preset A Group R&B Kit House Kit Note No. Dance Kick House Kick 6 Dry Kick House Kick 5 R&B SN Roll House ClHH 3 Hybrid Kick1 House Kick 4 R&B SN Ghost Reso Stick Round Kick House Kick 3 R&B PdHH House OpHH 2 R&B Kick 2...
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Rhythm Set List Preset B Group Note No. XV Rock Kit Jazz Kit Dance Kick JazzDry Kick Round Kick Pillow Kick Rock Roll Jazz Swish Jazz Kick Hybrid Kick Rock Ghost Snare Ghost Verb Kick MplLmtr Kick Rock PdHH Jazz PdHH Maple Kick JazzDry Kick Rock Kick...
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GM (GM2 Group) 001 (PC: 1) 002 (PC: 9) GM2 STANDARD GM2 ROOM Note No. High-Q High-Q Slap Slap ScratchPush ScratchPush ScratchPull ScratchPull Sticks Sticks SquareClick SquareClick Mtrnm.Click Mtrnm.Click Mtrnm. Bell Mtrnm. Bell Mix Kick Mix Kick Standard KK1 Standard KK1 Side Stick Side Stick Standard SN1...
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Rhythm Set List GM (GM2 Group) 007 (PC: 41) 008 (PC: 49) GM2 BRUSH GM2 ORCHSTRA Note No. High-Q Close HiHat2 Slap Pedal HiHat2 ScratchPush Open HiHat2 ScratchPull Ride Cymbal Sticks Sticks SquareClick SquareClick Mtrnm.Click Mtrnm.Click Mtrnm. Bell Mtrnm. Bell Jazz Kick 2 Concert BD Jazz Kick 1...
Page 135: Performance List, Demo Song List
Performance List USER Name BigSweepStak Suger Bell R&B Kit Trance Split My Orchestra Road2Glass Analog Stack Flying Keys House Kit Soaring 2020 Seven Hills TeknoSplit 1 Nirvana 2020 StChorusStak Bell Stack Trance Fair AggressiveXV Techno Kit PhsDyno&Bs Dawn Choir DulcimaSteel TeknoSplit 2 InstantScore Voltage Ctrl...
Page 136: Midi Implementation
MIDI Implementation Model: XV-2020 Date: 2002.6.4 Version: 1.00 1. Receive data Channel Voice Messages * Not received in Performance mode when the Receive Switch parameter (Performance Part) is OFF. Note off Status 2nd byte 3rd byte n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16)
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Hold 1 (Controller number 64) Status 2nd byte 3rd byte n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16) vv = Control value: 00H - 7FH (0 - 127) 0-63 = OFF, 64-127 = ON * Not received when Tone Receive Hold-1 parameter (Patch Tone or Rhythm Tone) is OFF.
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MIDI Implementation Portamento control (Controller number 84) Status 2nd byte 3rd byte n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16) kk = source note number: 00H - 7FH (0 - 127) * A Note-on received immediately after a Portamento Control message will change continuously in pitch, starting from the pitch of the Source Note Number.
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Channel Mode Messages * Not received in Performance mode when the Receive Switch parameter (Performance Part) is OFF. All Sounds Off (Controller number 120) Status 2nd byte 3rd byte n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16) * When this message is received, all notes currently sounding on the corresponding channel will be turned off.
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MIDI Implementation System Realtime Message Timing Clock Status Active Sensing Status * When Active Sensing is received, the unit will begin monitoring the intervals of all further messages. While monitoring, if the interval between messages exceeds 420 ms, the same processing will be carried out as when All Sounds Off, All Notes Off and Reset All Controllers are received, and message interval monitoring will be halted.
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Universal Realtime System Exclusive Messages Master Volume Status Data byte 7FH, 7FH, 04H, 01H, llH, mmH Byte Explanation Exclusive status ID number (universal realtime message) Device ID (Broadcast) Sub ID#1 (Device Control) Sub ID#2 (Master Volume) Master Volume lower byte Master Volume upper byte EOX (End Of Exclusive) * The lower byte (llH) of Master Volume will be handled as 00H.
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MIDI Implementation Chorus Parameters Status Data byte 7FH, 7FH, 04H, 05H, 01H, 01H, 01H, 01H, 02H, ppH, vvH Byte Explanation Exclusive status ID number (universal realtime message) Device ID (Broadcast) Sub ID#1 (Device Control) Sub ID#2 (Global Parameter Control) Slot path length Parameter ID width Value width Slot path MSB...
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41H, dev, 00H, 10H, 11H, aaH, bbH, ccH, F7H ddH, ssH, ttH, uuH, vvH, sum Byte Remarks Exclusive status ID number (Roland) device ID (dev: 10H - 1FH, 7FH) model ID #1 (XV-2020) model ID #2 (XV-2020) command ID (RQ1) address MSB address address address LSB...
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MIDI Implementation 2. Data Transmission Channel Voice Messages When execute the Data Transfer, following Control Changes and Program Change will transmit. Control Change Bank Select (Controller number 0, 32) Status 2nd byte 3rd byte n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16) mm, ll = Bank number: 00 00H - 7F 7FH (bank.1 - bank.16384) Portamento Time (Controller number 5)
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Vibrato Rate (Controller number 76) Status 2nd byte 3rd byte n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16) vv = Vibrato Rate value (relative change): 00H - 40H - 7FH (-64 - 0 - +63) Vibrato Depth (Controller number 77) Status 2nd byte 3rd byte...
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* Transmission of "#" marked address is diviedd to some packets. For example, ABH in hexadecimal notation will be divied to 0AH and 0BH, and is sent/received in this order. * "<*>" marked adddress or parameters are ignored when the XV-2020 received them. 1. XV-2020 (ModelID = 00H 10H) Status +——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————+...
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00 03 | 0aaa aaaa | (reserved) |—————————————+———————————+————————————————————————————————————————————————————| 00 04 | 0aaa aaaa | Performance Bank Select MSB (CC# 0) 00 05 | 0aaa aaaa | Performance Bank Select LSB (CC# 32) 00 06 | 0aaa aaaa | Performance Program Number (PC) |—————————————+———————————+————————————————————————————————————————————————————| 00 07 | 0aaa aaaa | Patch Bank Select MSB (CC# 0) 00 08 | 0aaa aaaa | Patch Bank Select LSB (CC# 32)
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MIDI Implementation 00 19 | 0000 aaaa | | 0000 bbbb | | 0000 cccc | | 0000 dddd | MFX Parameter 3 00 1D | 0000 aaaa | | 0000 bbbb | | 0000 cccc | | 0000 dddd | MFX Parameter 4 00 21 | 0000 aaaa | | 0000 bbbb | | 0000 cccc |...
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| 0000 bbbb | | 0000 cccc | | 0000 dddd | Reverb Parameter 7 00 1F | 0000 aaaa | | 0000 bbbb | | 0000 cccc | | 0000 dddd | Reverb Parameter 8 00 23 | 0000 aaaa | | 0000 bbbb | | 0000 cccc | | 0000 dddd | Reverb Parameter 9...
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MIDI Implementation 00 1B | 0000 000a | Portamento Type 00 1C | 0000 000a | Portamento Start 00 1D | 0aaa aaaa | Portamento Time 00 1E | 0000 000a | Patch Clock Source 00 1F | 0000 aaaa | | 0000 bbbb | Patch Tempo 00 21 | 0000 000a | One Shot Mode<*>...
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00 09 | 0aaa aaaa | MFX Control 3 Source OFF, CC01 — CC31, CC33 — CC95, | 00 0A | 0aaa aaaa | MFX Control 3 Sens 00 0B | 0aaa aaaa | MFX Control 4 Source OFF, CC01 — CC31, CC33 — CC95, | 00 0C | 0aaa aaaa | MFX Control 4 Sens |—————————————+———————————+————————————————————————————————————————————————————| 00 0D | 000a aaaa | MFX Control Assign 1...
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MIDI Implementation | 0000 cccc | | 0000 dddd | Reverb Parameter 1 00 07 | 0000 aaaa | | 0000 bbbb | | 0000 cccc | | 0000 dddd | Reverb Parameter 2 00 0B | 0000 aaaa | | 0000 bbbb | | 0000 cccc | | 0000 dddd | Reverb Parameter 3...
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| 0000 dddd | Wave Group ID 00 2C | 0000 aaaa | | 0000 bbbb | | 0000 cccc | | 0000 dddd | Wave Number L (Mono) 00 30 | 0000 aaaa | | 0000 bbbb | | 0000 cccc | | 0000 dddd | Wave Number R 00 34 | 0000 00aa | Wave Gain 00 35 | 0000 000a | Wave FXM Switch...
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MIDI Implementation | 0000 bbbb | | 0000 cccc | | 0000 dddd | MFX Parameter 5 00 25 | 0000 aaaa | | 0000 bbbb | | 0000 cccc | | 0000 dddd | MFX Parameter 6 00 29 | 0000 aaaa | | 0000 bbbb | | 0000 cccc | | 0000 dddd | MFX Parameter 7...
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| 0000 cccc | | 0000 dddd | Reverb Parameter 9 00 27 | 0000 aaaa | | 0000 bbbb | | 0000 cccc | | 0000 dddd | Reverb Parameter 10 00 2B | 0000 aaaa | | 0000 bbbb | | 0000 cccc | | 0000 dddd | Reverb Parameter 11 00 2F | 0000 aaaa |...
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MIDI Implementation 00 78 | 0000 000a | WMT4 Wave Switch 00 79 | 0000 00aa | WMT4 Wave Group Type 00 7A | 0000 aaaa | | 0000 bbbb | | 0000 cccc | | 0000 dddd | WMT4 Wave Group ID 00 7E | 0000 aaaa | | 0000 bbbb | | 0000 cccc |...
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40 1x 23 | 0000 000a | Rx. Bank Select<*> 40 1x 24 | 0000 000a | Rx. Bank Select LSB<*> |—————————————+———————————+————————————————————————————————————————————————————| 40 1x 30 | 0aaa aaaa | Tone Modify 1 (Vibrato Rate) 40 1x 31 | 0aaa aaaa | Tone Modify 2 (Vibrato Depth) 40 1x 32 | 0aaa aaaa | Tone Modify 3 (TVF Cutoff Freq.) 40 1x 33 | 0aaa aaaa | Tone Modify 4 (TVF Resonance) 40 1x 34 | 0aaa aaaa | Tone Modify 5 (TVF&TVA Env.
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MIDI Implementation Decimal and Hexadecimal Table (An "H" is appended to the end of numbers in hexadecimal notation.) In MIDI documentation, data values and addresses/sizes of Exclusive messages, etc. are expressed as hexadecimal values for each 7 bits. The following table shows how these correspond to decimal numbers. +——————+——————++——————+——————++——————+——————++——————+——————+ +——————+——————++——————+——————++——————+——————++——————+——————+ 00H ||...
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(1) Exclusive Status (2) ID (Roland) (3) Device ID (17) (4) Model ID (XV-2020) (5) Command ID (DT1) (6) End of Exclusive Then calculate the checksum. 10H + 00H + 02H + 00H + 02H = 16 + 0 + 2 + 0 + 2 = 20 (sum) 20 (sum) 128 = 0 (quotient) ...
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Equal Temperament This method of tuning divides the octave into 12 equal parts. It is currently the most widely used form of tuning, especially in occidental music. On the XV-2020, the default settings for the Scale Tune feature produce equal temperament.
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SYNTHESIZER MODULE Model XV-2020 Function... Basic Default Channel Changed Default Mode Messages Altered Note Number : True Voice Note On Velocity Note Off After Key's Touch Channel's Pitch Bend 0, 32 6, 38 Control Change 1–5, 7–31, 64–95 1–5, 7–31, 64–95...
Page 162: Specifications
Specifications XV-2020: 64-Voice Sound Module (conforms to General MIDI 2 System) Parts Maximum Polyphony 64 voices Wave Memory 64 M Bytes (16-bit linear equivalent) Waveforms: 1083 Expansion Slot Wave Expansion Board SRX Series: 2 slots Preset Memory Patches: 512 (128 x 4 banks) + 256 (General MIDI 2 Patches)
Page 163: Index
INDEX Numerics 2 VOICE PITCH SHIFTER ...87 Analog Feel Depth ...47 Assign type ...68 AUTO WAH ...83 bank ...35 Bank Select ...40 BIAS ...59 Booster ...48 Bulk Dump ...93 Category ...35, 37 Chorus ...76 CHORUS -> DELAY ...90 CHORUS -> FLANGER ...91 Chorus Parameters ...81 Chorus Send Level Multi-Effects ...80...
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INDEX OCTAVE SHIFT ...46 OFFSET ...47, 73 OMS ...25 Output Assign part ...79 patch ...46 rhythm set ...63 tone ...78 OVERDRIVE ...82 OVERDRIVE -> CHORUS ...88 OVERDRIVE -> DELAY ...89 OVERDRIVE -> FLANGER ...89 Part ...31 Part Chorus Send Level ...79 Part Coarse Tune ...72 Part Fine Tune ...72 Part Legato Switch ...72...
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INDEX TIME CONTROL DELAY ...87 Time Variant Amplifier ...44, 62 Time Variant Filter ...44, 62 TMT ...49 Tone Alternate Pan Depth ...60 Tone Coarse Tune ...54 TONE DELAY ...53 Tone Envelope Mode ...50 Tone Fine Tune ...54 Tone Pan Key follow ...60 Tone Random Pan Depth ...60 Tone Random Pitch Depth ...54 Tone Receive Bender Switch ...50...
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This product complies with the requirements of European Directive 89/336/EEC. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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Performance List / USER Name Name BigSweepStak Symphony2020 Suger Bell Barococo R&B Kit ChildrenSplt Trance Split Huge Space My Orchestra DulcitarStk Road2Glass NebularVoxx Analog Stack Asian Dream Flying Keys Pizz Stack House Kit Pad / SoftLd Soaring 2020 Organ / Lead Seven Hills Bass / Lead TeknoSplit 1...


text: On Sun, Feb 7, 2010 at 9:49 PM, Honour Horne-Jaruk <jarukcomp at yahoo.com>wrote: > > > > --- On Sun, 2/7/10, Huette von Ahrens <ahrenshav at yahoo.com> wrote: > > > > 'i' before 'e', except after 'c', or in the case of > > 'neighbor' or 'weigh'. > > > > Huette > Repsected friend: > My mother taught Special Education English for a long, long time. The above > goes back at least to the 1700s as "I before E, except after C or when > sounded like A as in neighbor and weigh" > So the rhyme originally included that whole class. > Actually, there are about 95 spelling rules in English. If you know them > all, you will be able to figure out-- using only phonics-- over 91% of the > 30,00 most commonly used words in English, and very nearly all of the rest. > (Which applies to cooking because those 95 rules turn most period English > spelling into fairly obvious phonics.) > > > Yours in service to both the Societies of which I am a member- > (Friend) Honour Horne-Jaruk, R.S.F. > Alizaundre de Brebeuf, C.O.L. S.C.A.- AKA Una the wisewoman, or That Pict > > If you're doing your best, and your best isn't very good, that's life. If > you aren't doing your best, _that's cheating_. > > > Don't forget the othe exception: "weird."

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Reply to an ask
This was submitted by inthetardisbrb in response to our ask about keeping young adults in the church. Thanks for your input! ~Yvonne
One thing that I noticed at my church (in regards to how the church reaches out to the college-aged students) was the fact that the college students where the ones that started the conversation for the need of there being something for us. For a long time there was never a need for that conversation to happen since most college kids went to Adventist colleges but that has been changing. At first we had to do a lot of the work ourselves, creating our own program to fit our needs, we created a suport system for ourselves. The church realized that we were being serious and wanted to learn more. Once we had that communication started we now have so much support from the church. My church is in a college town (3 colleges/universities) and we are still working on keeping and reaching out to more SDA students that either don't know there is a church here, or do know and just don't want to know, and we are reaching those who need to be reached.
Gandhi said "Be the change you want to see in the world" and that is no different when it comes to church. Start talking to the pastor, elders, anyone in the church and let them know that they shouldn't forget the college students who are around them.
Hope this helps :)
Anonymous said: I really like y'alls website; it made my day! I have a question for you guys: There are little to no young adults at my church, and no programs or ministries for them. As a college-aged student myself, I would like to know if young adults still attend your church, and how the church reaches out to them. Once most people go to college at my church, they stop coming to church as much.
Hello Anon!
I've really been thinking over your question because it's a little hard for me to answer. You see, since I go to an Adventist college, all the churches are jam-packed with young people. It's great to be a part of, honestly, but I feel like I have lost touch a bit with college age youth in normal home churches. My home church has lost most of its youth as well once they went off to college, for several reasons. Some became tired of the service and wanted something more lively, some were disillusioned by the members, etc. But I talked to two people who were a part of thriving young adult groups while in secular colleges, usually the churches around the colleges themselves.
One of the people I asked mentioned that around the time school is starting, they hang flyers around the campus, letting them know that there is, in fact, an active SDA church nearby and that they are willing to provide transportation. What more, they have formed a campus club called connected2christ, which is open to anyone who wishes to come. The pastor also shows up to the weekly meetings.
For my other contact, he stated that there is a program at his college by Adventists especially to network the Adventist students together. Usually college students that go to the local church would be reaching out to the other college students on campus as a friend/mentor kinda thing. They have Bible studies, go to church programs, etc.
As for actual programs inside the church? They seem pretty basic. The young adults often have a worship/vespers that they run by themselves, with some input from other church members. They sometimes lead out church services. They have potluck, "rap" sessions, and camping together. Most of these are fully organized by them.
So, I don't really know how this would translate to home churches that are not near campuses. But I think the main thing is making the young adults feel like they're actually wanted and valued, taken seriously and not undermined. Letting them expand a bit and work with their talents. I think that's also why the church services at my college thrive as well; because they have an input and feel like they belong there. Also, reaching out to people and not letting them go. I feel like churches are not really too supportive when it comes to fellowship; once you get the seat in the pew and the name on the members' list, that's it. Honestly, that shouldn't be the case. This is what I think could possibly help bring young adults, and youth in general, back in the church.
Hope this helps!
Anonymous said: I'm a college freshman and it's the first time that I haven't been able to go to church every Sabbath because there are no churches around. It's been getting harder for me being here because my friends don't really understand what being an Adventist is and they don't understand why I don't do certain things on the Sabbath. As much as I can explain, they won't ever really know. Do you have any advice on how to keep my faith intact while at school? Thanks for listening :)
Hello Anon! Sorry for the wait.
My first suggestion for you would be to keep the communication line with God open. Keep reading the Bible and talking with Him. He'll keep you going.
Secondly, try to stay a part of the community of faith. Since there is no church near by, it would be cool if you can find a club on campus of Adventists. If not, then a message board or group on the internet could be helpful. They could also help you find Adventists in your area. But if you can't make it to church, it's okay. The Bible does say not to forsake the assembly of believers (Hebrews 10:25) which is one the reasons why I mentioned connecting with other Adventists (other than fellowship and etc), but it's not the only way to keep the Sabbath, especially if you don't have a way to go to church. Which leads me into another point:
Keep keeping the Sabbath. You may be a bit used to just going to church and participating in the programs and having fellowship, but keep in mind that the Sabbath was also made as a day of rest and a day of communion with the Lord. You may want to pray and meditate on what that means for you and ways you can continue to keep the Sabbath.
As for your friends, it's understandable that they don't understand just now. Since our practices are considered so uncommon in modern times, they could have a hard time grasping it. But it is a possibility that one say something you say may resonate with them. That being said, along with being connected to God and connected to other brethren, don't be afraid to live your faith. But with that, also connect to the people who may not share the same faith as you, and respect them. As you live what you believe, it will ultimately start to lead them to accepting your lifestyle. It may lead to more questions, yes, but explain as best as you can and ask God for guidance. Who knows? Maybe you were placed there for such a time as this.
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We took down the show at the Women In Military Service For America Memorial yesterday and as we strolled out, I looked back and realized what an amazing opportunity it had been to show my work in such a gorgeous well-lit space in the middle of ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY.
Once again our co-founders Earl Morse and Jeff Miller are receiving much deserved recognition. Everyone knows the amount of time and effort they have spent on Honor Flight and I have had the privilege to be a spectator. This year, the Honor Flight Network will have flown over 150,000
BUILD IT AND THEY WILL COME!"The Fall Flying Season is on and Honor Flight Hubs are arriving almost daily. There are over 136 hubs spread across 42 states. They all fly several times a year. I try to stop by as often as possible as it remains an exciting and ultimately life-changing experience.


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This Bali beachside institution, seemingly always being improved in some way, continues to pull the crowds and is still among the best spots to head for a sunset drink on the island.
But make that a pricey drink, served alongside a mixed crowd. The food here is actually excellent, but again, with prices to match and for our money we'd rather head somewhere a little more special like Metis or Sarong, even without the thundering surf views. A better bet for your wallet would be a breakfast, though you don't get much bang for your buck. Nevertheless, their coffee is superb, as are those cocktails, and service always impeccable. The kids will be particularly well served with a Sunday brunch here, as craft activities are on offer along with a jumping castle and other diversions. If you're into late nights rather than early mornings, keep an eye out for their big parties, of which there are several well known ones over the European summer.
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A month or so ago, DD found this old wood desk insert on the wood pile at our town transfer station. DGS dug it out for us and I somehow ended up with it.
After a great deal of pondering the best use this could be put to I decided to use it in my new computer space. It was missing one of the small drawer sections with the decorative edge. For this use I removed the three drawers and the remaining decorative edged drawer. I scrubbed and painted it.
This will be very useful for small containers of jewelry and office supplies.
At one time it would have been placed like this, which is a similar unit in my grandmother's desk.
Free is good and you have given it new life. Thanks for the lower picture, that is what I was trying to picture. The little "books" on either side of the little door pull out to hold envelopes or trinkets I'm guessing. I have a slant front desk with similar insides.
I use them for mad money I want to save or for any foreign coins and bills I have in hopes of re-visiting their countries!
lol, yes "mad money" though now I think of it more as break from the day to day money. Permission to enjoy a day or afternoon.
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Nice job! You can always use extra shelves
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I ride my bike in my neighborhood every night and I am amazed at what is put out to the street as trash or for free. Last week a beautiful couch in perfect condition and two days later at another home a dining room set, nice wood and in nice shape. I wish I had a dh who liked to bring this stuff home and re purpose. I could run a furniture store in a week!
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The Optrix iPhone Adventure Suit
If you want to push your smartphone's camera to the limit and try out underwater photography, the Optrix iPhone Adventure Suit is a tough case to protect your phone -- while you use the inbuilt three-element wide-angle lens to take pictures.
The case is available for $130, and can be purchased with the 'super sucker' for $180.
Via: Photojojo
The iPhone Lens Dial
The iPhone's camera is pretty good, but if you want to turn things up a notch, the iPhone lens dial is a cool-looking magnetized accessory that gives photographers access to three different lenses just by rotating the disc.
The accessory -- priced at $249 -- has three glass lenses: a wide angle (0.7x), fisheye (0.33x) and telephoto (1.5x), as well as an additional macro lens for the iPhone 5/5s version. Two tripod mounts are included.
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Tilt and shift
You can do more than create makeshift macro and pinhole lenses with your smartphone. How about a tilt and shift effect?
By using a cheap CCTV lens, such as a Goyo 4.5mm, you can manufacture a DIY Tilt-Shift; take it apart, then combine the front element with one of the back elements using plastic screws. Once complete, using rubber bands and a smartphone case, you can put the makeshift lens in place.
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Here are some vintage photos of air pollution from Pittsburgh in 1940s. This shows just how much air regulation is important. These days when we think of eye-watering, lung-blackening smog, we mostly picture Chinese cities. Things get so bad there that during the Beijing Summer Olympics in 2008, a significant fraction of the country's power generation, industrial production, and transport sector had to be shut down just to allow athletes to breathe half-decent air and perform well.
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Update: Yankees made offer to GirardiPosted by: | Comments
Friday: Joel Sherman says Girardi will have another offer from the Yankees no later than today. He suspects it will be in the three-year, $13-16M range. Sherman hears that if push comes to shove, the team is prepared to walk away if Girardi's camp seeks $7M annually, or what Joe Torre was making at the end of his tenure in pinstripes.
Wednesday: Via Jon Heyman: During their scheduled meeting this afternoon, the Yankees made Joe Girardi a contract offer to return to the team. He responded with parameters for a deal and the two sides agreed to meet again on Thursday. No word on the size of the offer or what Girardi's camp proposed, and chances are we'll never know. That they're meeting again tomorrow is a good sign. Hopefully they get this taken care of quickly.
Kaplan: Nationals have asked for permission to interview Joe GirardiPosted by: | Comments
Via David Kaplan: The Nationals have requested permission from the Yankees to interview Joe Girardi. They're looking for a manager following Davey Johnson's planned retirement. Girardi is under contract until October 31st, so no other teams are allowed to talk to him for another few weeks.
Unsurprisingly, it has been reported the Yankees are unlikely to give any club permission to talk to Girardi before his contract expires. Not only are they trying to re-sign him — the two sides recently exchanged contract parameters and are expected to talk again today — but letting him talk to another team right now only boosts his leverage. The Cubs are reportedly planning a big offer and I supposed the Reds could get involved as well now that Dusty Baker has been fired.
Olney: Cubs intend to make Girardi a "serious contract offer"Posted by: | Comments
Via Buster Olney: Cubs ownership is pushing internally for Joe Girardi and intends to make him a "serious contract offer" as soon as they're allowed. Girardi's contract expires on October 31st and the Yankees are hesitant to give him permission to negotiate with other clubs in the meantime for obvious reasons.
The Cubs have just started their managerial search after firing Dale Sveum according to Olney, but their ownership group sees Girardi as someone who could give the organization a shot in the arm after attendance declined for the fifth straight year. During yesterday's end-of-season press conference, Brian Cashman confirmed he is meeting with Girardi's agent today. The other day we heard the club will have to offer a "significant" raise to keep their skipper. Not-so-bold prediction: If Girardi does not sign a new deal before his current one expires, he's a goner.
Joe Girardi and managing the transitionPosted by: | Comments
Whether they want to actually acknowledge it, the Yankees are in the middle of a rather significant transition. A historic era in team history has come to an end with the recent retirements of Mariano Rivera and Andy Pettitte, and soon enough Derek Jeter's retirement will make that transition complete. The ties to the dynasty years are fading away and a new era of Yankees baseball is being ushered in.
That transition could occur in any number of ways. It could be smooth, it could be painful, it could be a little rocky … chances are it will be all of the above at one time or another. Up until this season, it had gone rather well for the Yankees. The team remained competitive after through the entire 2000s and into the early 2010s before things fell apart this year. As Brian Cashman said during yesterday's press conference, they've "been really fortunate for a long time to avoid what happened this year."
For the last six years, Joe Girardi has been tasked with managing the team through this transition. He was at the helm when Hideki Matsui had to become a permanent DH and when Johnny Damon had to be told he was no longer a center fielder. Most notably, he had to phase out Jorge Posada, first by taking him out from behind the plate and then by taking him out of the lineup on an everyday basis. As fans we sit back and think that's easy — just take Posada out of the lineup because he stinks. It's not that easy though. Managing isn't just about making the lineup or changing pitchers, it's about managing people.
"You learn how difficult it's going to be," said Joe Girardi to David Waldstein, referring to the end of a star-caliber player's career. "It's sensitive because they are competitive. It's what makes them who they are. It's a will to find a way to overcome anything that's in your way, whether it's a bad shoulder or a bad back or cranky elbow; whatever it is, they are used to finding a way, and that's what made them great."
Joe Torre had to deal with the end of Bernie Williams' career and, for the most part, Girardi had it easy with Rivera and Pettitte. He had to cut back on Andy's workload a bit, making him an 85-90 pitch starter instead of a 110-115 pitch starter, but that's it. Mo was elite and Andy was rock solid right down to the very end. Matsui and Damon both became free agents before the real ugliness started. Posada was tough for a number of reasons, like his ineffectiveness and who he was and what he meant to the organization.
"In a sense, you almost feel like you're protecting them against themselves," added Girardi while talking to Waldstein, "which is difficult because you know they want to be out there all the time. But if you are going to keep them productive through the course of a long season, you could have to protect them, and that's not always what they want to hear."
It appears the Yankees have another Posada-esque situation on the horizon, only about a million times worse. Jeter, who is already well past the usual expiration date for shortstops, turns 40 next June and missed just about the entire 2013 season with leg injuries. It was the thing Cashman said they were fortunate to avoid for so long. The Cap'n is broken down. Taking him off shortstop and out of the lineup against right-handers is an obvious move to make on paper, but Derek Jeter the person has to be managed as well.
"I expect him to play and I expect him to do everything in his power to get back to the form that he had in 2012," said Girardi to Waldstein. "He has a lot of strength that he wants to gain back in his legs and have a normal off-season, and it should be good for him … It could be difficult. Only time will tell how tricky that situation becomes. We all know he wants to be out there every day. And that's what I love about him, I do. But it doesn't make it any easier."
Up until now, Girardi has handled the team's transition from the dynasty years to … whatever the hell is coming next … about as well as could possibly be expected. The Jeter situation is going to require extra-special care not only because it's Derek Jeter and he can be a bit of a pain in the ass, but also because he's the last tie to the dynasty years and a generation of baseball. That's an iconic page to turn. It's not a situation any ol' manager can handle either, at least not handle properly. Girardi has shown he can manage that transition these last few years and he's by-frickin'-far the best man for the job. His contract negotiations are about much more than pitching changes and second inning sac bunts. He's essential for getting this team through the next few years.
Cashman's Press Conference Recap: Girardi, Cano, A-Rod, Sabathia, Luxury Tax, MorePosted by: | Comments
Brian Cashman held his annual end-of-season press conference on Tuesday afternoon and, unsurprisingly, there were no announcements made. Not even a minor one. He fielded questions for about an hour and in typical YankeeSpeak, the GM said a lot of words that had little substance. The team's higher-ups have a knack for dodging questions and giving vague answers while talking a whole bunch. Anyway, let's recap the presser:
On Joe Girardi
- Cashman confirmed he met with Girardi "for a while" yesterday and will meet with agent Steve Mandell tomorrow to continue talks. "After tomorrow, I think I'll get a real good feel for where we're at," he said. "I think he likes it here. We're going to give [Girardi] a real good reason to stay."
- "His effort and his efforts in pre-game preparation for each series and how he runs Major League Spring Training … he's been consistently tremendously at it," said the GM while also crediting Girardi for working with such a poor roster this season. "[His] job as a manager is to make sure these guys compete on a daily basis … I thought he did a great job, him and his staff."
- Cashman would not comment when asked if the Cubs (or any other team, for that matter) had contacted the team to ask for permission to speak to Girardi. His contract expires November 1st.
- Cashman closed the press conference with a preemptive "no comment" about how things go (went?) with Mandell tomorrow. He told the media not to bother to reach out for an update because he won't give one. It was kinda funny.
Girardi acknowledges talking to Cano about lack of hustlePosted by: | Comments
Via Andrew Marchand: Joe Girardi acknowledged having conversations with Robinson Cano about his lack of hustle, particularly running to first base. "I've talked to him about it," said the skipper. "He has played every day. He has been kind of nicked up. I've talked to him about it."
Cano, 30, hit .314/.383/.516 (142 wRC+) with 27 homers in 160 games this year. He doesn't always run hard down the line though … okay fine, he pretty much never runs hard down the line and many fans hate that. It looks terrible and isn't exactly something you want to see out of your best player, especially when he's asking for $300M. It's annoying but I don't think it's a huge deal. Glad Girardi got in Robbie's ear though.
Olney: Yankees will have to give Girardi "significant" raisePosted by: | Comments
Via Buster Olney: The Yankees will have to give Joe Girardi a "significant raise" if they want to retain their manager this offseason. He was making $3M annually on his last contract, which expires November 1st. "It comes down to family," said Girardi to Chad Jennings. "It doesn't even necessarily have to be in baseball, in a sense," Girardi said. "It's just, as I said, it's not so much the (managerial) circumstances, but what's best for my crew."
Girardi, 48, also downplayed his ties to Chicago while talking to the media yesterday, though I suspect that was done (at least in part) to create more leverage against the Cubs. The Cubbies fired manager Dale Sveum this morning. It's obvious the Yankees are going to have to give their manager a raise if they want to keep him (especially after all the crap they put him through this season), but I guess the question is how "significant" of a raise. I think Girardi is an average-ish in-game manager but based on what we saw this season, he excels in clubhouse and keeping things from becoming chaotic. That's an essential trait in New York.
Girardi remains noncommittal about plans for 2014Posted by: | Comments
Via Andrew Marchand: Joe Girardi remained noncommittal when asked about his plans for next year. "Yeah, I mean, I don't worry about those details until it is time to worry about it," said Girardi. "To me, it doesn't make sense to worry about it, but I love being here. To me, it is wasted energy to worry about it … I haven't thought of myself [going back to broadcasting]. But, like any other person, when things arise, you sit down and you talk to your family, I talk to my wife, our kids are in school in New York."
Girardi, 48, will be a free agent when his contract expires after the season. Brian Cashman already confirmed the team hopes to re-sign their manager and last month we heard it was a "foregone conclusion" the two sides would work out a new contract. Just eyeballing it, high-profile teams like the Cubs, Nationals, Angels, and maybe even the Dodgers could have managerial openings this winter. Marchand speculates that FOX could approach Girardi about replacing the soon-to-be-retired Tim McCarver, but that seems unlikely. It would surprise me if Girardi did not return to the Yankees next season, but until he signs a new contract, there is always a chance he will take a different job elsewhere.
The Yankees and 2013's Major AwardsPosted by: | Comments
This has been a long and occasionally painful season, but it's still hard to believe there are only ten games and eleven days left on the regular season schedule. The Yankees are three games back of the second wild-card spot in the loss column and their chances of making the playoffs are remote — 3.4% according to Baseball Prospectus — but they do still have a chance. A very small one, but a chance nonetheless.
Soon after the end of the regular season, the BBWAA crew will vote on the various major awards. The playoffs aren't considered even though the official announcements aren't made until sometime in November. The last Yankee to win a major award was Alex Rodriguez back in 2007, when he took no prisoners en route to his third MVP. It usually takes that kind of otherworldly season for a Yankee to win a major award because there is some voter bias. At least lately there has been thanks to the dynasty years and all those division titles.
This season doesn't figure to be any different. The Yankees don't have a 2007 A-Rod or a 2001 Roger Clemens on the roster, but they do have a handful of players who will garner at least some consideration for the major awards. At this point of the season, it's hard to think anything that happens between now and Game 162 will change the voters' minds. Let's look at which Yankees have a shot at the various awards.
Most Valuable Player
The team's only serious MVP candidate is (who else?) Robinson Cano. He's hitting .311/.383/.514 (141 wRC+) and is top ten in the league in both versions of WAR. Obviously his chances would greatly increase if the Yankees sneak into the postseason, but even if they don't, Cano should get a fair amount of love because he was New York's only real offensive threat for most of the season. Fairly or unfairly, the voters do take that stuff into consideration. It's the whole "he had no protection!" idea.
Alfonso Soriano could get some votes because of his huge production following the trade — Jack Curry wrote about this last week — but I have a really hard time seeing that unless he swats like, six more homers from here on out and the Yankees win a wildcard spot. I'm sure it's happened plenty of times before, but the only time I can remember a midseason trade pickup getting serious MVP consideration was Shannon Stewart in 2003. He hit .322/.384/.470 (127 wRC+) in 65 games for the Twins following the deal while Minnesota went from 7.5 games back to winning the division by four games. The narrative was pretty strong.
I suppose Mariano Rivera could draw some honorary down-ballot votes in his final season, which would be kinda neat. He's received MVP votes in nine different seasons and has finished as high as ninth in the voting (2004 and 2005). This hasn't been Mo's best year — he's still been pretty great by normal closer standards — and he doesn't really deserve MVP votes, but who knows what'll happen. Could A-Rod get a tenth place troll vote or two if they made the playoffs? That would be a riot. Ain't happenin' though.
Cy Young
Unless Rivera gets some going away votes — unlikely since this ballot only goes five players deep — the Yankees' only Cy Young candidate this year is Hiroki Kuroda. He led the league with a 2.33 ERA as recently as August 16th, but he crashed into the fatigue wall this week and is no longer in the mix. Kuroda, who now has a 3.13 ERA and 3.49 FIP in 189.2 innings, could steal a fourth or fifth place vote from a New York writer. It would surprise me though. There are a ton of worthy Cy Young candidates in the so-called Junior Circuit this year.
Rookie of the Year
Do you know who leads Yankees rookies in the FanGraphs version of WAR this season? Melky Mesa at 0.3. He came to the plate 14 times before being released. The Baseball-Reference version is a little kinder and has Adam Warren in the lead at 0.9. Either way, I think you get the point. They don't have a horse in this race.
Comeback Player of the Year
Finally, an award a Yankee might actually win. Rivera is coming back from his knee injury and has the whole retirement thing going for him, which is probably enough to get him the popular vote regardless of his performance. Mariano is an icon and we've already seen how beloved he is around the game, by opposing players and writers alike. I hesitate to call him a shoo-in, but I think you have to consider Rivera the overwhelming favorite here.
There's a chance Brett Gardner could get some Comeback Player of the Year love, but I would expect all the Yankees-related votes to go to Mo. Eric Hosmer, Scott Kazmir, John Lackey, and Ervin Santana figure to be Rivera's primary competition. So yeah, his to lose I think.
Manager of the Year
I wrote about Joe Girardi's Manager of the Year chances way back in May, and obviously a lot has changed since then. The Yankees were exceeding every possible expectation at the time and we were still expecting guys like Mark Teixeira and Derek Jeter to come back and be productive. That didn't happen and the team faded in a big way during the summer months. They've been trying to climb out of the hole for a few weeks now.
Even if the Yankees don't make the postseason, I think Girardi's going to get a fair amount of Manager of the Year support because the roster has been decimated by injuries. This wasn't one or two injuries, this was half the lineup. In some cases their replacements got hurt. It's not an accident the Yankees have used a franchise-high 56 different players this year. That wasn't out of the kindness of their heart, they needed all of the warm bodies. Girardi has managed to keep the team in the hunt right down to the final two weeks of the season and that's pretty remarkable.
Furthermore, I think Girardi has done a masterful job of handling the A-Rod situation. That could have easily been a big distraction — and it was for a while as the two traded barbs through the media — but he's kept it contained and a non-issue for a good month now. It would have been very, very easy for that whole situation to blow up and become a major daily issue, but Girardi made sure it didn't. I don't think he will win the award — John Farrell has the worst-to-first thing going for him — but he'll definitely get votes and could finish as high as second on the ballot. There isn't a ton of competition for the award this year.
Random musings on a WednesdayPosted by: | Comments
1. As Mike noted in the recap, Andy Pettitte has been the most reliable starter for the Yankees for several weeks now, and it hasn't even really been close. On the off chance the Yankees somehow find their way into the play-in game, you'd have to give Andy the nod at this point. Right? It's pretty nuts how the oldest pitcher in the game is basically the stalwart of the rotation once again, but baseball is weird like that. Plus, as we all know, Andy is a True Yankee™ and knows how to get it done. (Now if only the rest of the damn team were capable.) Unfortunately, even if the Yankees manage to squeak into the playoffs, they aren't exactly geared for a run. Even in a crapshoot environment, having one capable starting pitcher and Robinson Cano is generally not enough to win a series.
2. I typically don't put too much stock into a manager's influence on a team other than the in-game decisions that he makes. Don't get me wrong. It's great that some of the managers are able to deflect the media off the players or deploy a shift appropriately, but ultimately, I've always kind of put the burden on the players at the end of the day. I have to give Joe Girardi some major credit this season though. He's had to cope with far more challenges than most of his peers I think. The team had a disappointing offseason heading into the year, and has been saddled with injuries ever since. Despite a (-17 run differential, 74-77 Pythag. record), the Yankees have miraculously managed to retain hope of playoff contention (though that's rapidly fading) late into the season. Many of us (including me) didn't see that happening when they were having that awful stretch in August. It'd be pretty cool if he won the Manager of the Year Award this go around. Well done, Joe.
3. Last night on Twitter, I somewhat sarcastically stated that the team had more non-hitters in its lineup at this point then hitters. The more I thought about it though, the more my sentiments kind of rang true. Here was last night's lineup along with their respective wRC+.
- CF Curtis Granderson (109 wRC+)
- DH Alex Rodriguez (131 wRC+)
- 2B Robinson Cano (140 wRC+)
- LF Alfonso Soriano (108 wRC+, 122 wRC+ since joining the Yankees)
- 1B Lyle Overbay (90 wRC+)
- 3B Mark Reynolds (98 wRC+, 121 wRC+ since joining the Yankees)
- RF Ichiro Suzuki (72 wRC+)
- SS Brendan Ryan (45 wRC+, 75 wRC+ since joining the Yankees)
- C Chris Stewart (56 wRC+)
Having Overbay batting fifth hurts a lot, though probably not as much as the offensive void that is Suzuki, Ryan, and Stewart. It's tough to score runs when five of your players are below-average hitters overall. I suppose, if there is silver lining to be seen here, it's that some of these castoffs have been offensively revived a bit since joining the Yankees. So, kudos to you New York for maximizing talent from sub-par or aging players. Also, please stop putting the team in the position of having to depend on so many sub-par or aging players at once.
4. This has definitely been the season of "what ifs," at least for me anyway. What if the Yankees had a capable catcher all year? What if CC Sabathia didn't fall off a cliff? What if Derek Jeter or Mark Teixeira were around all season? Could the Yankees have that elusive Wild Card spot locked up already if they caught a break, anywhere really? Possibly. Probably. I don't know. Unfortunately "what ifs" are just that. Useless hypotheticals. That said, it's incredibly frustrating that in spite of the circumstances, the Yankees have had more than a fair opportunity to make the playoffs.
The Rays and Rangers have gone out of their way to play miserable baseball for weeks now. Meanwhile, the Orioles and Indians seem to be more than willing to concede their playoff berth as well as they've both had plenty of timely losses. I don't know where I'm going with this last point other than if the team winds up missing the playoffs – and they probably will – they have no one to blame but themselves. Unfortunately, as Mike noted in his rant the other day, if they do make the playoffs, it'll probably further mask some of the more serious underlying concerns surrounding the team heading forward.


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Understanding Song Structure (or Lyric Structure)
Learn the pieces to all of the major parts of any song layout. See where each element normally goes in most popular songs and learn how to structure your own songs.
Now the best way to understand song structure fast is to take a look at many of today's popular songs as examples, and then read a little more about each song element.
Top Songs Structure Examples (week of 4.13.14)
[REMEMBER: None of the layouts you see are strictly for one song genre or the other. If you don't want to use any of the above examples, you can start building your own song layout.]
Song Structure Elements of Popular Music
There are seven pieces used in songs: Intro, Verse, Chorus (Refrain), Hook, Bridge, Break & Outro. Each piece (except for Intro & Outro) can be arranged differently based on your creativity, but there are common patterns most popular songs use.
Not every piece is required for each song, but you do need at least one verse and one chorus.
7 Steps to Understanding Song Structure
- Intro "How To" - Most of today's songs have an intro in one form or another. And if you're trying to make a hit song there are some rules I suggest you keep in mind.
- Guidelines to Verses in a Song - It doesn't matter what you write about in your verses. Here are a few rules to keep in mind as you're structuring your song.
- What is a Chorus? What's a Refrain? Lyrically? Musically?
- The chorus is the part of your song listeners will judge first.
- What is a Hook? - It's a mnemonic tool that catches a listener's attention to help them remember a certain refrain, beat and/or melody.
- Bridge Song Structure (Middle 8)
- This is the section of your song that gives your audience time to reflect on your story. They usually occur in the middle of songs.
- What are breaks? - A break is a brief "pause" for the core melody within a song. It may include a solo or drum interlude or silence.
- Outros - This page explains song outros and whether or not you should add them to your song's structure. Go with your artistic gut as a songwriter.
What's your favorite song right now? Post in the comments. Then when you're ready, continue your lyric writing lessons, learning about song intros. If you like this page, bookmark & share it!


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