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Features Sounds that you’ll enjoy playing! • The total of 144 sounds covers all the bases, including not only synthesizer sounds but also piano, organ, strings, brass, and guitar, all immediately playable for instant enjoyment . • There are also six highly expressive “Special Tones” as well . These six high-quality sounds were created specifically for the Lucina AX-09 (synth lead, poly synth, synth bass, jazz scat, violin and trombone) .
Contents Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 How Letters are Shown on the Lucina AX-09 . . . . . . . . . . 2 Panel Descriptions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adjusting the Tuning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Master Tune. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Panel Descriptions Front Panel 11 12 14 15 19 13 16 17 1 2 3 1. OCTAVE [+] / [–] Buttons These buttons raise or lower the keyboard range in steps of one octave (p . 11) . 2. [TRANSPOSE] Button By holding down this button and pressing the OCTAVE [+], [–] buttons you can raise or lower the keyboard range in steps of one semitone (p . 11) . 3. Display This shows the selected tone or mode, or the value of the parameter you’re editing . 4.
17. MODULATION BAR / TOUCH CONTROLLER By pressing the modulation bar, you can apply vibrato . You can also switch to a Hold effect that sustains the sound you’re playing (p . 11) . Bottom Panel 18. Strap Pin 1 Attach the included strap to this pin (p . 7) . English If you hold your finger on the touch controller and move it to left or right, the pitch will change (p . 11) . 2 1. Strap Pin (B) 19.
About Batteries If you’re operating the Lucina AX-09 on batteries, you’ll need eight Ni-MH AA rechargeable batteries . The battery life will differ depending on the conditions of use, but for continuous usage, it is approximately 4 hours . About rechargeable batteries When using rechargeable batteries, the battery lifespan will normally become shorter with each recharge cycle . If the batteries run down soon after being recharged, it’s time to replace them . Installing Batteries 1. Switch.off..the.
Getting Ready Connecting the AC Adaptor Attaching the Strap The Lucina AX-09 can operate using the included AC adaptor, or using Ni-MH AA rechargeable batteries . 2. Turn.the.[VOLUME].knob.all.the.way.to.the.left. (minimum) . 3. Connect.the.AC.adaptor.to.the.Lucina.AX-09’s. rear.panel..DC.IN.jack,.and.then.plug.it.into.an.AC. outlet .
Connecting Your Speakers Turning the Power On * Once.the.connections.have.been.completed.(p ..8),.turn. on.power.to.your.various.devices.in.the.order.specifi.ed .. By.turning.on.devices.in.the.wrong.order,.you.risk. causing.malfunction.and/or.damage.to.speakers.and. other.devices . The Lucina AX-09 does not contain an amp or speakers .
Selecting Tones On the Lucina AX-09, each of the sounds you play is called a “tone .” There are two types of tones: “regular tones” and “special tones .” Selecting the Rhythm Tone No . 23–24 of the GUITAR/BASS group is the rhythm tone . For details, refer to the “Tone List” at the end of this manual . The Lucina AX-09 contains 144 regular tones that bring you the best sounds of Roland’s synthesizers .
Registering Frequently Used Tones in Memory (FAVORITE) The Lucina AX-09 provides “FAVORITE memory locations” that allow you to register twelve of the tones . If you use this to register the tones that you use frequently, you’ll be able to select those tones quickly and easily at any time . Recalling a FAVORITE tone Here’s how to recall a tone you’ve registered in FAVORITE memory . 1. Press.the.FAVORITE.[A]./.[B].button.to.select.the. bank.in.which.you.registered.the.tone.you.want. to.recall .
Using the Performance Functions MEMO The Lucina AX-09 provides various performance functions that can make your performance more expressive . You can raise or lower the range of the keyboard in steps of one octave, for a maximum of three octaves upward or downward . Value Using the Touch Controller By placing your finger on the touch controller and moving it to left or right, you can vary the pitch of the sound you’re playing .
Assigning the Modulation Bar’s Effect 1. You can also change the assignment of the modulation bar so that it will hold notes or hold notes while applying vibrato . 1. Press.one.of.the.following.buttons.to.select.the. function.that.you.want.to.control.using.the. D.Beam.controller . Hold.down.the.[SHIFT].button.and.press.the. modulation.bar . The current setting will blink in the display . 2. Continue.to.hold.down.the.[SHIFT].button,.and. use.the.[INC/+]./.[DEC/–].buttons.to.assign.the. desired.eff.
Explanation C66 CC66 (SOSTENUTO) Sustain the notes that are currently being held down . C71 CC71 (RESONANCE) Control the resonance . Increasing the resonance value will produce a distinctive tonal character that is typical of a synthesizer . C72 CC72 (RELEASE TIME) Control the time from note-off (when the key is released) until the sound is no longer heard (i .e ., the release time) . C73 CC73 (ATTACK TIME) Control the sharpness (attack speed) with which the sound begins .
Display Value Explanation C71 CC71 (RESONANCE) Control the resonance . Increasing the resonance value will produce a distinctive tonal character that is typical of a synthesizer . C72 CC72 (RELEASE TIME) Control the time from note-off (when the key is released) until the sound is no longer heard (i .e ., the release time) . C73 CC73 (ATTACK TIME) Control the sharpness (attack speed) with which the sound begins . C74 CC74 (CUTOFF) Control the cutoff .
Audio files that can be played Continue holding down the [AUDIO PLAYER] button, and press the [INC/+] button to jump to the next song, or press the [DEC/–] button to jump to the beginning of the song (or the preceding song if you’re already at the beginning of the song) . .MP3 MPEG-1 audio layer 3 Sampling. Frequency 44 .1 kHz Bit.
Editing the Tone Settings Editing the Tone Parameters You can edit tone parameters such as the volume and reverb for a regular tone, and save your settings in a FAVORITE memory location (p. 10). *1 The values you specify here are an adjustment relative to the value assigned by each tone. If this value is set to 0, the parameter will be as specified by the tone’s own settings. 4. * You can’t edit the tone parameters of a special tone. 1. Select the regular tone whose tone parameters you want to edit (p.
Adjusting the Tuning Master Tune Key Scale Tune This is the overall tuning setting for the entire Lucina AX-09. With the factory settings, this is set to 440 Hz. The displayed value is the frequency of the A4 key (middle “A”). 1. 415.3–466.2 Hz Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [TRANSPOSE] button. The display shows only the last three digits (the initial numeral of “4” is omitted). 2. Continue holding down the [SHIFT] button, and use the [INC/+] / [DEC/–] buttons to adjust the tuning value.
Count In / Metronome “Count in” refers to a feature that counts you in to the beginning of the performance . To have a two-measure count in be sounded, press the modulation bar while you press the [PREVIEW] button . Parameter Value Note that, if you wish, you can have a metronome be sounded instead—simply change the Count Mode to Ntr (METRONOME) using the setting below . The metronome will continue to sound until you press the [PREVIEW] button a second time . * A.count.in.will.not.be.sounded.when.the.
Backing Up Lucina AX-09 Settings to USB Memory 5. MEMO 2. While.holding.down.the.FAVORITE.[A],.[B],.and. [WRITE].buttons.simultaneously,.turn.on.the. Lucina.AX-09’s.power . Restoring the Factory Settings (Factory Reset) Here’s how to return the Lucina AX-09 to its factory-set state . The display will indicate “UtL ”; the Lucina AX-09 will be in Utility mode . 3. NOTE • If you want to keep your settings, be sure to back them up to USB memory before you execute the factory reset .
Connecting Other Equipment Controlling MIDI Devices *1 Local control is always on . It cannot be turned off . If you want to control a connected external sound module without playing the Lucina AX-09’s own sounds, you can either disconnect the Lucina AX-09’s OUTPUT jacks, lower the Lucina AX-09’s volume, or lower the volume of the connected amp or mixer . If you’re using the Lucina AX-09 by itself, there’s no need for you to have a detailed understanding of MIDI .
Connecting to Your Computer via USB Controlling Video (V-LINK) V-LINK ( ) is a function that allows music and images to be performed together . By using MIDI to connect two or more V-LINK compatible devices, you can easily enjoy performing a wide range of visual effects that are linked to the expressive elements of a music performance .
Troubleshooting Problem Items to check Action Are the included AC adaptor and power cord correctly connected to an AC outlet and to the Lucina AX-09? Do not use any AC adaptor or power cord other than those supplied with the Lucina AX-09. Doing so may cause malfunctions (p. 7). Could the batteries have run low? Check the remaining battery power (p. 6). Are the batteries inserted in the correct orientation? Open the battery compartment, and verify that the batteries are oriented correctly (p. 6).
Specifications Lucina AX-09: Synthesizer Keyboard 37 Keys (with velocity) Sound Generator Section Power Supply AC Adaptor Ni-MH AA SIZE Rechargeable Battery x 8 * Batteries sold separately. * Do not use alkaline batteries or zinc-carbon batteries. 1 Part Current Draw 600 mA Tones 150 Tones (Regular Tones 144, Special Tones: 6) Battery Life for Continuous Use Ni-MH Rechargeable batteries: approximately 4 hours (This figure will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.
USING THE UNIT SAFELY Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly. Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly. * Material damage refers to damage or other adverse effects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets. WARNING Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or its AC adaptor.
IMPORTANT NOTES Repairs and Data • Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is being used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by an inverter (such as a refrigerator, washing machine, microwave oven, or air conditioner), or that contains a motor. Depending on the way in which the electrical appliance is used, power supply noise may cause this unit to malfunction or may produce audible noise.
Index A F N AC adaptor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 ADLIB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 AFTERTOUCH. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 14 AIFF. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Arabian scale. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 ASSIGNABLE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 ATTACK TIME. . . . . . . . . .
For the USA Model Name : Type of Equipment : Responsible Party : Address : Telephone : DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Compliance Information Statement AX-09 Synthesizer Roland Corporation U.S. 5100 S. Eastern Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90040-2938 (323) 890-3700 For EU Countries This product complies with the requirements of EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.
