Radio Shaek TRS-80 Manual page 5

Introduction
Have you ever had a tune running around in your head that you wanted to write
down, but you didn't know anything about music? Now, using the TRS-80
Color Computer Music program, you can not only write melody lines, but
harmony as well.
Composing your own music will become easier with practice_ You can experi-
ment with timing, key signatures and tone . . All compositions can be saved on
tape for tutu re p laying.
As you read the manual, you may see some unfamiliar terms. Th ere is a glossary
in the back, defining these terms.
Setting Up
First, make sure the cassette is properly connected to the computer. Turn on the
TV and turn up the volume slightly. Insert the Music cartridge in the slot on the
right side of the computer. Next, when you turn on the computer, the bass and
treble clef staves will appear.
Setting the Voice
We wil I begin by setting the voice. The voice produces different tone qualities
(or timbres), and is set by pressing three keys.