Foreword • You will have received your REGELWERK with software version 1.xx (where xx is the current revision number of the version 1 software). This software has been checked by Doepfer and by our beta-testers, and is believed to be practically bug-free. • All rights reserved. No part of this manual can be reproduced, duplicated or modified in any form, including electronic means, without the express written permission of DOEPFER Musikelektronik GmbH.
• Further for the actual english manual you can look on www.doepfer.de/seq/rwme_0_3.htm • The main site for REGELWERK is www.doepfer.de/rw_e.htm Here you can find all important links to other sites belonging to REGELWERK. • If you have questions or you found bugs or you have suggestions please contact regelwerk@doepfer.de Doepfer Musikelektronik GmbH User manual V1.0 REGELWERK V1.
2 Registration form Doepfer Musikelektronik GmbH Geigerstr. 13 D-82166 Gräfelfing Doepfer Musikelektronik GmbH Registration Regelwerk Geigerstr.13 82166 Gräfelfing Germany Belongs: Registration of REGELWERK Date: Name First name, Name Company If you use the device in studio/comany Steet, Postcode, City Adress Please, if possible, this is 1 very important Only, if you own the device direct from our company.
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3 How do I use this manual ? • You are omniscient and so you dont’t have to read this manual. Congratulations! But then please apply for our next translation job! Otherwise: • You have unpack your device and you want to know, if it works in your bath and what happens, if you do this: Please look to ‘General and safety notes’ page 10 • Now you want to begin at last, but then you remark all the jacks on the rear of the unit.
Short Operating instructions’ page 21 • Although your’re now a real ‘REGELWERK-Freak’ you have many questions and problems... Chapter ‘Troubleshooting’ page 37 and ‘Appendices’ page 36 • No one will inform you about updates, new versions of the manual and new presets ? You forget the ‘Registration form’ page 3 Doepfer Musikelektronik GmbH User manual V1.0 REGELWERK V1.
4 Contents 1 FOREWORD 1 2 REGISTRATION FORM 3 3 HOW DO I USE THIS MANUAL ? 5 4 CONTENTS 7 5 GENERAL AND SAFETY NOTES 10 5.1 PRODUCT LIABILITY AND GUARANTEE 5.2 INTENDED USE 5.3 CORRECT VOLTAGE 5.4 OPENING THE CASE 5.5 VOIDING THE WARRANTY 5.6 OPERATING ENVIRONMENT 5.7 CARE IN OPERATION 5.8 MOVING THE REGELWERK 5.9 INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF PARTS 5.10 SHIPPING 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 11 6 MAKING CONNECTIONS 12 6.1 POWER SUPPLY 6.1.1 VERSION WITH EXTERNAL TRANSFORMER 6.1.
.2.1.1 Fader position and actual value 8.2.1.2 Selecting a fader 8.2.1.3 Entering a Fader event 8.2.1.3.1 Fader events 8.2.1.3.2 Fader parameters 8.2.2 KEY / SWITCH EVENTS 8.2.2.1 Key status 8.2.2.1.1 Demute function 8.2.2.1.2 Mute function 8.2.2.2 Key event input 8.2.2.2.1 Key ON Event 8.2.2.2.2 Key OFF event 8.2.2.2.3 Key ON / OFF parameters 8.2.3 MIDI MODES 8.2.3.1 Normal 8.2.3.2 Velocity Overdub One/All 8.2.3.3 Velocity Multiplication One / All 8.2.3.4 Update 8.2.3.5 Hook On 8.2.3.6 Overdub 8.2.
10 APPENDICES 36 10.1 LCD READOUTS DURING THE RECEPTION OF MIDI SYSEX DATA: 10.2 COMPLETE INITIALISATION 11 TROUBLESHOOTING 36 36 37 11.1 CONNECTION PROBLEMS 11.2 RECEPTION PROBLEMS 11.3 THE START / STOP / CONTINUE BUTTONS ‘DON'T WORK'. 11.4 CHANGES MADE TO A PATTERN ARE NOT STORED IN MEMORY 11.5 PROBLEMS EDITING PARAMETERS WITHIN MENUS 11.6 INDIVIDUAL BUTTONS HAVE SLIGHTLY DIFFERENT RESPONSES 12 APPENDICES 37 37 37 38 38 38 39 12.1 APPENDIX A - PRESET TRACK PATTERNS 12.
5 General and safety notes 5.6 • This equipment must only be used indoors, in a dry environment. • Never use this equipment in damp conditions, or where there is easily inflammable material. • Don‘t position this equipment in close proximity to radiation sources (e.g. monitors, power supplies, computers), as they can cause data corruption. • Don‘t store this equipment at temperatures above +50 or below -10 degrees Celsius. In use, a minimum temperature of 10 degrees Celsius is recommended.
• For software updates which you carry out yourself, you need to find the relevant EPROM on the main circuit-board (the one with the MIDI / SYNC connections) and exchange it with the new software EPROM. 5.10 Shipping If you need to send your REGELWERK anywhere, you must use the original packing. To return it for exchange, repair (whether under warranty or not), update or checking, it must be sent in its original packing, or Doepfer will not accept the delivery.
rear. 6.2 MIDI connections 6 Making connections 6.2.1 MIDI IN connection All the connectors described in this section are to be found at the rear of the REGELWERK. • MIDI inputs MIDI IN1 and MIDI IN2 are used for controlling and synchronising REGELWERK from a source of external realtime MIDI messages, for remote control of various functions and effects over MIDI (fader parameters / special menus etc.), and for the reception of MIDI SysEx dumps. 6.1 Power supply 6.1.
so the REGELWERK will be the master. − The relationship between note numbers and voltage output is:- note number 36 = 0 Volts; note number 100 = 5 Volts. The REGELWERK can also be set to receive • a SYNC signal at this socket (which is now functioning as an input). In this case, the other equipment has to be set to send SYNC pulses. − Notes outside of this range – either below (note numbers 0-35) or above (note numbers 101 - 127) are folded back to the bottom and top octaves respectively.
7 Front panel controls 24 Fader Select buttons with LEDs for the Faders and Edit Mode. 16 numbe LEDs, for / Pattern s Tools Men 4 Bank buttons with LEDs for Presets / Snapshots in the Preset and Snap. Tools menus In the Tools and Sequencer menus the buttons have different functions.
• REGELWERK's main roles are as a MIDI fader box and a pattern sequencer: 8 What is REGELWERK ? 8.1 Fader/ sequencer mode • REGELWERK is a complex piece of equipment designed to produce MIDI events. • REGELWERK provides an easy way of generating almost any kind of MIDI event. It can, for instance, alter or originate − MIDI note events, − controller events, − polyphonic aftertouch, − monophonic aftertouch, − program changes, or − pitch bend.
resolution of 1 per step. • This depends on the resolution which has been selected for the REGELWERK faders and the various possible resolutions of the individual elements within the data string. • The actual value produced by the fader position isn't strictly linked to the value in the data string, and is affected and governed by a wide variety of factors, so what at first might seem a rigid assignment system can actually be altered in any number of ways.
and maximum values can be changed to whatever you want within this scale, so that the response of the fader will also be changed to any range within the maximum 0127 scale. whose status is shown simply by the LED above each of the buttons: − LED on = Demute: the fader is activated, and can produce MIDI events, − LED off = Mute: the fader is muted, and moving it doesn't transmit any MIDI events.
status, a Fader event for a particular fader can be sent with your choice of any number from 0 to 127 as the Demute value.?? With the Demute value set to 'NO', on the other hand, no Fader event is transmitted. 8.2.3.2 Velocity Overdub One/All • The incoming MIDI event received at the chosen MIDI input has a new velocity (MIDI data byte 2) imposed ('overdubbed') on it. • The new event that is created is then output on the chosen MIDI output/s.
− The fader is effectively muted until an incoming MIDI message is received which matches the current position or the value programmed (as part of the Threshold). 8.3.2.1 Step duration • As well as defining the order of the note events, Steps are responsible for setting the exact duration of a note. (N.B.: Note events have two events within them – Note On, at the start of the step, and Note Off, at the end.) 8.2.3.6 Overdub • This mode also has to be expressly enabled in the Special Function mode. 8.3.2.
8.3.4 PATTERN • A complete set-up for all eight tracks (that is, 8 x 16 step sequences and their associated parameters) constitutes a Pattern. 8.3.4.1 Pattern locations / memories − REGELWERK provides pattern locations. 64 non-volatile M Doepfer Musikelektronik GmbH L O N User manual V1.0 REGELWERK V1.
of buttons near the alpha-dial are numbered from 1-8 (upper left to right) and 9-16 (lower left to right). 9 Short Operating instructions The various parameter groups' menu headings are as follows:• See chapter 5, Front Panel Controls, to the lower right corner, to the right of the alphadial. − ‘16 buttons dedicated to menu selection'. 9.1 Switching on • Once power is applied to the REGELWERK, the display will show the following message:- • The top row of buttons (1-8) except for 1 & 2, (Dec. / Inc.
− (4) Fader Param. First MIDI data byte in words: LowerVal.: − The first MIDI data byte – i.e. whatever event has been programmed - translated into words − The lower value programmed for the fader Second MIDI data byte in words: UpperValue: − The second MIDI data byte – i.e. whatever event has been programmed – translated into words − The higher value programmed for the fader ActMode: String editor:|__,__,__,__> The response mode of the fader – Immediate, Relative or 'Catch'.
− (7) Key Param. − (10) String Edit MuteValue: faderXXX Edit Name − The data value which enables Mute NoName! Make? > OK DemuteValue:: Editing page for giving faders names (eg VCF1 cutoff). − The data value which enables Unmute SwitchMode: EditString: Pres − Selecting which of the two modes (momentary or toggling) the switches are set for.
• The eight buttons with LEDs, for global real-time control (from left to right): (13)Preset / Pattern Tools Get Preset / Pattern See chapter 5, Front Panel Controls diagram, page 14, to the lower left, underneath the REGELWERK name.
− A saved Snapshot can be re-loaded by going to ‘GET SNAPSHOT: (in the Snap Tools menu) and entering the correct location. − n.b.: This is NOT the way to save a Snapshot: if the LED isn't flashing, the Snapshot won't be saved.
Step velocity StpVel Selects individual step velocity by using the faders (changing the MIDI channel changes the instrument playing this step). First MIDI data byte in words, plus Note Off note: , Note Number: , Pol Aft Number: , Contrl Number: , Prg Chn Number: , Mon Aft Number: , Pitch Be Val.1: , String-Xpos: . Range 0..127. Step note StpNot Selects individual step note number by using the faders (changing the MIDI channel changes the instrument playing this step ..............
In the String- Editor window, a template appears, which starts off looking like this:- ⇒ To enter strings in the editor, it is advisable first of all to write the string out on paper, and then to enter it carefully, with reference to your notes. Otherwise it's very easy to lose one's place. The current software version doesn't have any insert or delete function, so it can be extremely time-consuming to correct a mistake in a string.
from Fader Event mode, not by pressing the Fader Parameter button again. MIDI Input-Mode: (n.b.: not directly visible in the display) • Each fader can be programmed to send MIDI data to different combinations of MIDI Out -> O12 = Output 1 & 2, O1 = Output 1, O2 = Output 2, XXX = no value output. I1/2> VelOvpOne> O(1)(2) • Velocity Overdub (one fader) − A MIDI Event input at a MIDI overwrites its velocity (MIDI data byte 2) on the first fader event which matches it.
recognise and store SysEx strings. I1/2> Ovdup/Fad> O(1)(2) • For all three of the above sections in this menu, the OK LED blinks. − By pressing OK, the cursor is able to be reset to the beginning of the string, so that in Learn mode only the required data is recorded – and it's not, e.g., added to the end of another string. • Overdub Mode: This mode also needs to be set in the Special Funct. menu. • Until this mode is cancelled, the output on this fader is taken over by the MIDI input assigned to it.
the setting in the Key Parameter menu, can be either momentary, or toggled (i.e. it stays in that state until the next switch). − The condition of the LED for each button willact as a reliable indicator of the status of the button in all modes when there is a... • Key Off Event: Before the button-press the LED is off, and after the button-press it's on, showing that the control is now in un-mute mode – that is, sending fader events as normal.
⇒ Because of frequent difficulties in the past with MIDI instruments which couldn't cope with the highest theoretically possible speeds of MIDI data transmission, it was decided to limit the maximum resolution to these amounts, and to allow a lower sample rate to be chosen if necessary. Overdup: Off/On Same system as for hook mode, but this time for overdub mode.
• Should you ever want to return to the default name (for instance to save memory), you need to confirm all the possible combinations of compatible source and destination event types. − Using the fader select buttons 1-24, choose the respective source and destination faders. − The data entry point always swaps between source and destination faders. ‘Delete?’ − by pressing OK, and thus deleting the user name once more. 9.4.
⇒ In the ‘Delete Preset’ function, the actual preset itself isn't deleted first time round: just the dynamic memory containing the string, name, etc.. If there's still not enough space, then the rest of the memory for this preset can be cleared. GetPreset / Pattern: StorePreset / Pattern: • Presets / Patterns accessed by the GetPreset function are (unlike in the SCHALTWERK) not automatically sync-ed to a master track.
square-wave signal is transmitted. switched off, and will need to be re-entered if required on power-up. • In external MIDI sync modes, the REGELWERK tempo is controlled by MIDI Realtime Messages at MIDI In 1 and / or MIDI In 2. • At the DIN sync socket, a synchronised square-wave signal is again transmitted. 9.4.
the track and continues playing from there. 9.4.16 Sequencer Mode − A Track is chosen for editing by pressing one of the Track Select buttons. − Tracks are turned on and off with the Track On buttons. − Gate On / Off is controlled by the Sequencer Step buttons. • In addition faders 9 - 24 are dedicated to steps 1 - 16, and are used to set note number and note velocity.
because.. − you want to erase all a previous owner's data − there's been a crash or electrical fault of some description, and REGELWERK contains some spurious data in its memory which it can't process. 10 Appendices • To perform a hard reset, hold down the Start button while switching on power to the unit. 10.
− The receiving instrument is not actually set to receive MIDI data. − The receiving instrument is set to a different MIDI channel from the one on which REGELWERK is transmitting the data. − The receiving instrument has been effectively muted by a previous MIDI message (for instance turning the MIDI volume to 0), etc.. 11 Troubleshooting • If any problems do come up with your REGELWERK use the following check-list for fault-finding.
locations in the REGELWERK and produce bizarre data in the Presets. Preset 1, the default start-up preset, is particularly prone to this, and problems will naturally follow. This is loaded automatically at the start, and if it's been corrupted, will send spurious information and quite probably crash the REGELWERK. − If a problem is suspected, it's advisable to check and correct corrupted data BEFORE starting a sequence.
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56: ____ ____ ____ __XX 57: XXX_ XX__ XXX_ __X_ C-8 CCH C-11 CCH ElectricFun RockVar.1 Using preset track patterns • Among the MIDI Event parameters in the Fader Edit menu is one called ‘TrkPat’. This is short for ‘Track Pattern’ – ready-made rhythm tracks or sequences for a track. − By moving the relevant fader, these patterns are instantly transferred into the chosen Track, ready for action.
12.2 Appendix B – User settings and configuration examples • In future, this space will be reserved for settings, tips and suggestions sent in by users. ⇒ This is where we need the help of all REGELWERK users! Possible material: − REGELWERK settings for use with a particular synthesizer, − or settings which are more geared to sequencing functions, − or a combination of both ?! • Please let other users share the benefits of your experience exploring REGELWERK.
13 MIDI 1.0 Specification: Status Data byte(s) D7----D0 D7----D0 Description 13.1 Channel Voice Messages • 1000cccc 0nnnnnnn Note Off event. 0vvvvvvv − This message is sent when a note is released (ended). − (nnnnnnn) is the note number. − (vvvvvvv) is the velocity. • 1001cccc 0nnnnnnn 0vvvvvvv Note On event. − This message is sent when a note is depressed (start). − (nnnnnnn) is the note number. − (vvvvvvv) is the velocity. • 1010cccc 0nnnnnnn Polyphonic Key 0vvvvvvv Pressure(Aftert.
− 0vvvvvvv This the same code as the Control Change (above), but implements Mode control by using reserved controller numbers. − The numbers are: − Local Control. When Local Control is Off, all devices on a given channel will respond only to data received over MIDI. Played data, etc. will be ignored. Local Control On restores the functions of the normal controllers. − c = 122, v = 0: Local Control Off c = 122, v = 127: Local Control On − All Notes Off.
− Start the current sequence playing. (This message will be followed with Timing Clocks). • 11111011 Continue − Continue at the point the sequence was Stopped. • 11111100 Stop. − Stop the current sequence. • 11111101 Undefined. 11111110 Active Sensing. − Use of this message is optional. When initially sent, the receiver will expect to receive another Active Sensing message each 300ms (max), or it will be assume that the connection has been terminated.
14 Bibliography • Articles Michael Cxelperger: . Electronic Musican, April 1989, p.50ff The most-up-to-date printed specs for General MIDI, MIDI, and the MIDI file format can also be obtained for a few dollars from: International MIDI Association 23634 Emelita Street Woodland Hills, California 91367 USA • Books MIDI Programmer's Handbook / Steve De Furia & Joe Scacciaferro, M&T Books ISBN 1-55851-068-0 Computer music in C / Phil Winsor & Gene DeLisa.
The MIDI drummer : by a drummer for a drummer / David Crigger. Publisher: Newbury Park, CA : Alexander Pub., c1987. Subjects: Electronic percussion instruments--Instruction and study. MIDI (Standard) MIDI for musicians / by Craig Anderton. Publisher: New York : Amsco Publications, c1986. Subjects: MIDI (Standard) Computer sound processing. ISBN: 0-8256-1050-8 (pbk.) ISBN: 0-8256-2214-X (pbk. : cover) The MIDI manual / David Miles Huber. Publisher: Carmel, Ind., USA : Howard W. Sams, c1991.
15 Fault report and suggestion form Please return this form to: DOEPFER Musikelektronik GmbH Geigerstr. 13 D-82166 Graefelfing GERMANY Tel: +49 89 89809510 Fax: +49 89 89809511 email: regelwerk@doepfer.de Name:.......................................................................... Firm:............................................................................ Address:........................................................................................................................................
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