Owner`s manual

Getting Started

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Setting Up

NOTES ■ For detailed MIDI specifications refer to the “MIDI Data Format” of the

Voice List & MIDI Data Format.

■ When using the VL1-m with other MIDI equipment, it is a good idea to refer to

the MIDI specifications (implementation chart, MIDI data format) of the equip-

ment used to ensure compatibility.

Audio Connections

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Headphones

For private listening and practice headphones are ideal. You don’t have to hook up

and complete sound system, and you won’t disturb the neighbors no matter how loud or

late you play. Recommended Yamaha headphones for VL1-m monitoring are the HPE-

170, HPE-160, or HPE-150 Stereo Headphones. Any standard pair of stereo headphones

with a 1/4" stereo phone plug and an impedance of between about 8 and 150 ohms can be

used.

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Stereo Sound System

The VL1-m voices and effects are designed to sound their best in stereo, so you

should always use a stereo sound system to appreciate the full impact of the VL1-m

voices and expressive features. The VL1-m OUTPUT L and R jacks can be connected

directly to musical instrument amplifiers designed for keyboard use, or to the line inputs

of a mixing console. It is also possible to connect the VL1-m outputs directly to the

inputs of a multitrack or stereo tape recorder.

NOTES ■ If you need to drive a mono amp or other device the VL1-m output can

be switched to mono — the same signal appears at the L and R outputs — by

using the Output parameter described on page 153 of the Feature Reference

manual.

■ Make sure that both the VL1-m and your sound system are turned OFF when

making connections.