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SD40 revolutionises the way you use this instrument thanks to its new wide colour Touch Screen. Most of the functions may in fact be enabled with just a “touch” of the keys on the screen.
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* All specifications and appearances are subject to change without notice. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS. Caution: to reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the instrument to rain or humidity. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/00_specifications.html[13/05/2020 16:56:35]...
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Turn the instrument on again to see if the disturbance reappears. Once you are certain that your instrument is in fact causing the disturbance, take any of the following measures: • Adjust the antenna of the radio or TV receiver. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/00_specifications.html[13/05/2020 16:56:35]...
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The instrument should never be subjected to strong shocks. CURRENT ADAPTERS When connecting this instrument to the mains socket, use only the KETRON current adapter supplied with the instrument. The use of different current adapters may damage the power supply circuits of the instrument. It is therefore of fundamental importance to use only an original adapter, requesting the correct model when ordering a new adapter.
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VIDEO DVI Digital video interface for connection to an external video monitor. USB DEVICE This is used to connect a computer USB device or other devices to manage the SD40 as an external removable unit. FOOTSWITCH Standard multi-pin plug for connection of an optional pedal to control a number of internal functions.
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Standard mono jack for connection of auxiliary other instrument such Keyboard, Expander, Guitar or Dynamic Microphone On the right of the instrument you will find a slot for the SD Card and 3 USB Hosts for connection to external USB devices such as Pen drives, HD etc. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/02_connessioni.htm[13/05/2020 16:57:00]...
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: Tab to recall variation B of Arranger PDF ON : This tab enables / disables the display of PDF files on STYLE / REGISTRATION / PLAYE environments . : Tab to recall variation C of Arranger : Tab to recall variation D of Arranger https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/03_pannello%20frontale.htm[13/05/2020 16:57:20]...
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: Allows you to manage the sounds assigned to the Midi tracks of the file you have loaded. PAUSE : Button to perform Pause when Player is used. On the left part of display we found following parts: MICRO/VOICETRON: MICRO Potentiometer for Voicetron Volume Control. DRUM/ 1/2 L&R: Potentiometer for Volume Control on DRUM https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/03_pannello%20frontale.htm[13/05/2020 16:57:20]...
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On the right bottom we found a couple of tabs and another potentiometer: TRANSP - + : By pressing this tab SD40 allow a Pop Up menu. TEMPO : By pressing this tab SD40 allow a Pop Up menu.of Tempo feature. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/03_pannello%20frontale.htm[13/05/2020 16:57:20]...
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KEYB.CONTROLS : Allows to control several main feature of instrument SPLIT : Selecting this tab and pressing a note on the keybed, Split area is determined from Lower section (left) to the Upper (right) of the keyboard. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/03_pannello%20frontale.htm[13/05/2020 16:57:20]...
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Front Panel - PLAYER : When you select the Player menu, the contents of the media device selected (SSD, Card, USB, etc) are displayed. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/03_pannello%20frontale.htm[13/05/2020 16:57:20]...
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The Introduction screen (HOME) is displayed automatically when you turn on the instrument and provides access to the main functions, such as: SOUND FAMILY SELECTION Press this icon to select page of the families of sound that will appear in this way: https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/04_intro.htm[13/05/2020 16:57:39]...
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Intro SINGLE STYLE SELECTION Press this icon to select different Styles from selected family Style: STYLE FAMILY SELECTION Press this icon to select Styles groups page as shown in the image below: MENU CONTROL AREA https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/04_intro.htm[13/05/2020 16:57:39]...
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Intro In this area you can access to different menu on the Arranger Menu which will be explained in detail on the ARRANGER dedicated section . https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/04_intro.htm[13/05/2020 16:57:39]...
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3. The Exit key to escape from folders and back root. 4. The Enter key to enter the folder selected rather than double clicking on the Touch screen. When you touch the file, it will be selected and highlighted in orange and loaded in player 1. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/05_player.htm[13/05/2020 16:57:59]...
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Player SD40 is now ready for you to play! Press START/STOP to start reproduction or touch the filename selected a second time or press Enter. When the file is in play, the red light of the START /STOP key lights up.
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.txt file in Player mode, then press Style and save the Registration. In this way the .txt file will be stored in Registration so that if it is accidentally deleted from the disk, the lyrics file will in any case be saved in Registration. The bottom bar allows you to enter other functions, such as the following: https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/05_player.htm[13/05/2020 16:57:59]...
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These functions may be selected while the song is playing and the lyrics are scrolling on the screen, or even on Stop mode. The default screen displays the following: https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/05_player.htm[13/05/2020 16:57:59]...
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MEDIA : Use this key to access the internal SSD and all the external mass memories connected. MENU : Allows you to access the full settings menu of SD40. JUKE BOX Finally, files may be replayed in standard modes by pressing the relevant keys on bottom of the display.
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Player Front Panel https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/05_player.htm[13/05/2020 16:57:59]...
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Style Style SD40 is also an Arranger and therefore features an entire section dedicated to automatic accompaniments called Styles. Here will be treated menus and dedicated keys that affect both the Style that the Arranger Menu Each Style has: Two tracks for drums and percussions on Midi channels 9 and 10.
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On the right are displayed Styles belonging to the selected category. 8 BEAT 1 is selected as default. Down here the direct access buttons for the Style and Arranger management plus and other functions available also from the Touch screen display: https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/06_style.html[13/05/2020 16:58:17]...
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On the panel are also functions associated with the management of the Style and / or the Arranger: DRUMS BASS On the left side panel of SD 40 are always active potentiometers to adjust the volume of part , CHORD RIGHT STYLE/PLAYER harmonic section such accompaniment part and volume. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/06_style.html[13/05/2020 16:58:17]...
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Style In the lower part of the display we found other important tabs such: https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/06_style.html[13/05/2020 16:58:17]...
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: Keeps the accompaniment playing even when you stop playing the chord with your left hand until you play the next chord. Arranger Setting and many Touch Screen direct access buttons that we find in the section named as Front Panel https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/06_style.html[13/05/2020 16:58:17]...
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From the main menu, by keeping the 2nd Voice tab pressed, you can access the second Voice selection menu. The 2nd Voice remains until the main entry is changed. To make it permanent you must enter the voice editing and save in a USER VOICE or overwrite the factory Voices (FACTORY OVERWRITE). https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/07_modo_voice.html[13/05/2020 16:58:35]...
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Voice Mode The Voices that eventually you are going to change will be saved in the USER location to avoid mistakenly overwrite the original Voices (Factory Set) Front Panel https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/07_modo_voice.html[13/05/2020 16:58:35]...
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: This function permits a computer connected by USB cable to the USB Device of SD40 to read all the storage devices installed on the SD40 and those connected to the USB Host ports. Once the connection has been enabled, the computer will read the internal SSD of the instrument as well as any devices connected to the instrument via the USB Host ports, such as a Pen Drive.
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: Carries out another scan of all the disks and USB peripherals connected. If the machine does not automatically read a connected USB pen drive, this function restarts detection of the peripherals and devices connected. MENU PLAYER GM Front Panel https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/08_media.html[13/05/2020 16:59:15]...
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AUDIO EDIT : Opens the page to edit audio files in.wav format. MANUAL : Instruction Manual of the SD40. PREFERENCES : Opens a page on which a number of system preferences may be set, such as the language, date etc.
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: With this Tab you can browse 2nd input available for MICROPHONE,GUITAR or other input signals JUKE BOX : Tab to controls JUKE BOX functions : Tab for EFFECTS menu Control RECORD : Tab to select AUDIO RECORDING MIDI RECORDING features Front Panel PLAYER GM https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/09_menu.htm[13/05/2020 16:59:33]...
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Holding down briefly this button will opens a further more detailed selection menu where you can view and select additional functions. Here available tabs : BASS SECTION - TO LOWEST : Assigns the lowest note of the chord to the Bass over and above the basic. In this way the Bass will play in inversion. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/10_keybcontrols.html[13/05/2020 16:59:52]...
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Bass solo. and allows to access on Control Menu -FADE : Button that activates FadeOut feature automatically. Is applied on SD40 MAIN audio output. - SPLIT : Selecting this tab and pressing a note on the keybed, Split area is determined from Lower section (left) to the Upper (right) of the keyboard.
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Registration of your choice with the Touch Screen on the following window that is displayed, or select the Numeric Pad and enter the location number of the Registration you wish to load. REGISTRATION To save your Registration simply press the Save key on the panel and then select the dialogue window displayed. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/41_registration.html[13/05/2020 17:00:13]...
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, select picture (or Pdf), than press tab. Select your own rhythm .Press REGISTRATION tab and save your Registration.. In case you would add audio file or midi on this registration follows this procedure : 1. Select file: https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/41_registration.html[13/05/2020 17:00:13]...
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Registration SAVE REGISTRATION. 2. Press than select Save As 3.Confirm and save with a name ( ENTER 4. For example "MP3 to reg". Complete operation by pressing https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/41_registration.html[13/05/2020 17:00:13]...
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Registration REGISTRATION 5. Recall this file from menu. Info: In order to play immediately a file set on Registration menu function "Player Autoplay" from REGS.SET UP/PLAY MODE. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/41_registration.html[13/05/2020 17:00:13]...
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In the first box there is the current selected Voice; in the other 4 boxes you can assign voices (by holding down the box as it already happens for the Voice & Vari function.) Status of these 5 Voices can be saved in the Registration itself. Front Panel https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/41_registration.html[13/05/2020 17:00:13]...
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Select as usual by first selecting the category EXIT and then the sound to assign to the layer selected. Press to return to the previous screen. Arranger Setting STYLE https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/11_4%20voice%20set.html[13/05/2020 17:00:34]...
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Style the sound on the keyboard is the first of the 4, but it is possible to quickly change this by selecting the other 3 icons of the top row. Each Style has already been saved by KETRON with these 4 sounds for quick loading into the Lead section, but you may save the Style with 4 different sounds with respect to those saved by KETRON.
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: When Style is running, with the command REINTRO enabled, if you press one of three END buttons SD40 run again the intro instead of going to the END. If the REINTRO button is active as well K.Stop , pressing one of the Intro / Ending SD 40 performs Ending instead of Intro...
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Are present in this screen all commands to direct access to the functions of Fill1, Fill2, Fill3, Fill4, Break1, Break2, Break3, Break4 : This tab allows you to enter the third page of the Arranger section that looks like this: We find these new features: https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/13_arranger_setting.html[13/05/2020 17:00:58]...
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: These commands allow User to program their favorite feature selectable from a Pop Up menu .Press User Tab to program and choose the function from the pop up menu. Then press Exit to confirm this choice This information can be saved in the STARTUP menu STYLE https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/13_arranger_setting.html[13/05/2020 17:00:58]...
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: This is the default mode of BASSIST. When you press BASSIST, the Manual Bass is automatically inserted on the left while chords are recognised by interpreting the note played by the Bass and the notes played with the right hand. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/47_style_playmode.html[13/05/2020 17:01:17]...
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A new tone may be set whenever you release the Sustain Pedal. SUSTAIN PEDAL : As in Pianist Mode, even in Bassist mode the Sustain Pedal option allows you to enable/disable Sustain on the Song voices when you press the pedal. Arranger Setting STYLE https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/47_style_playmode.html[13/05/2020 17:01:17]...
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On this window you may also use a number of sound effects by selecting the key which you will find on the right at the bottom of the display. The following page opens where each tab enables the sound effect indicated. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/27_jukebox.html[13/05/2020 17:01:37]...
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Jukebox PLAYER GM Front Panel https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/27_jukebox.html[13/05/2020 17:01:37]...
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Footswitch Footswitch Many functions of the SD40 may be assigned to optional footswitch controls FS6 (6 switches) or FS13 (13 switches). These controls offer guitarists, keyboard and accordion players incredible advantages. To assign a control to a footswitch simply select the footswitch on the screen. A list of functions will be displayed that may be selected directly on the screen or scrolled and selected with the Dial.
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Controls Controls GLOBAL : Allows you to tune the SD40 and modify Modulation sensitivity. To modify the tone, simply TUNE touch the box or the corresponding virtual knob and change the numeric value with the Dial. In the same MOD. SENSITIVITY...
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: On this menu you may adjust the volume of the headphones or Mute them, following the steps described for the Main Level. FADE: Inserted MENU → CONTROLS → Fade Mode function that sets different fading speeds, Normal, Slow1, Slow2, Fast1, Fast2. Can be saved on Custom start up. MENU https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/15_controls.html[13/05/2020 17:02:13]...
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Style at the same time. DRUM REMAP Set Manual Drum feature ( Drum set instruments playable from external keyboard ) and holding this tab allows to play it directly from Touch screen view. Arranger Setting https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/18_drum_mixer.html[13/05/2020 17:02:31]...
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After selecting a rhythm instrument, for example a Tom, you can modify it by touching the box selecting a Tom from the list that is displayed on the right. You may scroll down the list with the Dial. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/19_drum_set.html[13/05/2020 17:02:52]...
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Drum Kits is displayed. Press on the panel to save the modifications in the current User Style if you are still in "Style", or to save the modifications in the Midifile if you are in "Player". Front Panel https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/19_drum_set.html[13/05/2020 17:02:52]...
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On this page you may save the modifications made to a Registration or User Style. To save the modifications with SAVE SAVE AS the current name of the Style or Registration press , or enter a new name with : in this case https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/42_save.html[13/05/2020 17:03:21]...
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In some menus like Footswitch, Accordion etc., the key allows you to save specific functions on the corresponding menu. The save procedures are described in the section of this Manual relevant to the menu in question. Front Panel https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/42_save.html[13/05/2020 17:03:21]...
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Save PLAYER GM https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/42_save.html[13/05/2020 17:03:21]...
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Front Panel on the right of the display, opens a window that displays the effects available on your SD40. The display shows the 5 effects from top to bottom, which may be enabled with the virtual key...
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: The INS EFX 2 is the same as effect INS EFX1 with the only difference that it does not have a different distorting module. It works on the GM and the Arranger. EQUALIZER : Main parameter equalizer. This has 2 bands that work on the output data as a global master effect. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/20_dsp.html[13/05/2020 17:03:42]...
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To adjust follow the steps described previously for the Lows. The modifications made to the equalizer may be saved only as Custom Startup, namely as a setting that will be present when you switch on the instrument. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/20_dsp.html[13/05/2020 17:03:42]...
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: Press this function to load a customised image on the instrument which you may use as a preset background of the display. FACTORY LOGO : This function sets the factory logo as background of the display. MENU https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/52_video.html[13/05/2020 17:03:57]...
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Pop up window with the different presets that may be selected on the Touch Screen. To go back to the EDIT EXIT MICRO page simply press on the panel. NOISE GATE has 4 presets: EQUALIZER : The parameter equalizer for the Micro has 4 bands, 4 presets and 2 user presets that may be saved by the user. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/21_edit_micro1.html[13/05/2020 17:04:14]...
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Simply SAVE press on the panel and confirm with COMPRESSOR : The Compressor/Limiter has 4 presets for the Compressor and 2 for the Limiter. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/21_edit_micro1.html[13/05/2020 17:04:14]...
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: The effect Echo, also known as Delay, has 6 presets: PITCH SHIFT : Voice processor which may be used for transposition with 6 preset effects: TALK : The last effect on the list is that used for the Talk function, which may be enabled with the https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/21_edit_micro1.html[13/05/2020 17:04:14]...
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The display allows you to select the target destination (Select destination ) and assign a name to the preset SAVE AS with (in this case the alphanumeric keypad is displayed on which you may enter the name of the new microphone preset). https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/21_edit_micro1.html[13/05/2020 17:04:14]...
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ON/ Off The Voicetron processor may be connected to an equalizer if the box of the diagram is ON. EQUALIZER The presets of the equalizer are displayed in the box and may be selected on the Pop up window. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/22_edit_voicetron.html[13/05/2020 17:04:32]...
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Once you have selected the virtual knobs and modified the value with the Dial, you can save the current preset of the SAVE equalizer by pressing the key on the panel and confirming with https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/22_edit_voicetron.html[13/05/2020 17:04:32]...
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Touch the corresponding box to assign the relevant preset to the 4 Arranges. Off disables harmonisation. STOP box at the bottom allows you to disable the harmonizer when the Style is on Stop. SAVE You can save the preset of the Voicetron on the edit page by pressing the key on the panel. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/22_edit_voicetron.html[13/05/2020 17:04:32]...
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Pop up. SAVE : Saves the preset with the same name. SAVE AS : Opens an alphanumeric keypad that allows you to assign a new name to the Preset. CANCEL : Cancels save. Micro 1 Front Panel https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/22_edit_voicetron.html[13/05/2020 17:04:32]...
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: This function disables the link between two files with the same name. If for example you have an Mp3 file and a Lyrics file with the same name, if this function is enabled, the Lyrics file will not automatically be displayed on the screen. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/25_function.htm[13/05/2020 17:04:49]...
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: This function allows you to toggle the icons next to file names and folders on and off. FILE ITEMS : This function allows you to set the number of file names/folders to view on the screen (from 4 to 12) PLAYER GM https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/25_function.htm[13/05/2020 17:04:49]...
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( Intro, verse, chorus, etc ... ) by pressing the references displayed in the corresponding pop up. Info: The markers may not be installed in the actual SD 40 but may only be installed with specific music software. PLAYER GM https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/29_marker.htm[13/05/2020 17:05:06]...
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The 9 Midi KETRON settings are displayed at the centre of the screen. STANDARD : In this mode the SD40 may be controlled by an external Midi controller (via the Midi In) above all to play the Styles and Voices of the Arranger sound module.
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Midi channels used during reception and transmission from the sound module built into the Arranger of the instrument. CLOCK IN : When this is enabled (yellow) the SD40 accepts the Clock command from external Midi appliances and may be synchronised with an external Sequencer / Controller. CLOCK OUT : When this is enabled (yellow), the SD40 transmits the Clock to External Midi appliances (Sequencer/Controller).
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You may manage your preferred folders by selecting You may perform important activities on this page. EMPTY You may create a Myfolder directory by selecting , and then hitting to confirm the request displayed in the dialogue window. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/36_myfolder.htm[13/05/2020 17:05:43]...
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Finally, you may also delete a directory in Myfolder by selecting the required directory and then the REMOVE function. Info: Since these are simply “directory links” if you accidentally delete a directory in Myfolder the “real” directory and the files it contains are not deleted. PLAYER GM https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/36_myfolder.htm[13/05/2020 17:05:43]...
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Pic & Movie Press FILL and BREAK button to access on Pic & Movie menu It opens a screen with some files of the Ketron default files. With this function you may display the Pic & Movie on these Devices, using other external devices like Usb stick, Hd, etc.
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NEXT To pass immediately to the next song, select and the next song will start to play at the end of the current beat of the file you are playing. PLAYER GM https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/49_syncnext.htm[13/05/2020 17:06:18]...
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These commands will control on the same way Tempo feature (- +) on menu PLAYER as well on menu ARRANGER. Nevertheless Pop Up menu that appears for a few seconds by pressing the two buttons at the same time will be slightly different for the two menu. PLAYER MENU STYLE MENU https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/50_tempo.html[13/05/2020 17:06:37]...
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If selected, the Accellerando / Ritardando step can be changed Range from 1 to 20 (bar) means that the time is adjusted to the amount set for each measurement. Range from 1 to 20 (beat) means that the time is adjusted to the amount set each quarter. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/50_tempo.html[13/05/2020 17:06:37]...
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The values set by Accellerando / Ritardando can also be saved in any style for which the values saved in the Custom Startup (or Default) apply, unless a style has the saved values inside it. : (Available only in the mode 'STYLE) (Tapping): To synchronize the time with the "drumming" of fingers. PLAYER GM Front Panel https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/50_tempo.html[13/05/2020 17:06:37]...
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Transposer Related functions on Transposer are controlled by these buttons on the layout. Transposer on Style and Voice Mode allows the transposition of the entire SD40. Transposer allows a more detailed features through the display and by using Alpha Dial.
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: Applies transposition to the file and keyboard; it is not sensitive to the initial Song Reset of the file and may not be saved on the file. - ARRANGER: Applies transposition on Arranger Section avoid to affect Player mode. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/51_transposer.html[13/05/2020 17:06:53]...
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Transposer PLAYER GM Front Panel https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/51_transposer.html[13/05/2020 17:06:53]...
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INSERT layer and also enable an effect on the first 3 layers. INSERT TYPE To select the Insert effect, press the box that will open the following page on which you may select the effect. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/53_voice_edit.html[13/05/2020 17:07:12]...
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: Lowers the Upper sound by an octave when the split point is above C1 O the right of the display you will find the number of the Edit page displayed together with 2 keys to scroll the pages forwards (double right arrow) or backwards (double left arrow). https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/53_voice_edit.html[13/05/2020 17:07:12]...
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PITCH AFTERTOUCH and Modulation wheel is applied), and the parameters of the . The SLIDE function is also available for the first three layers, where you may set the Threshold value, namely the efficiency threshold of the slide. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/53_voice_edit.html[13/05/2020 17:07:12]...
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Bend affects only the lowest bass note you play and is very useful when you want simulate the playing technique of some instruments such as the Hawaiian guitar, violin etc. On feature such TYPE, MODE you can define assignments and operating use of these parameters. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/53_voice_edit.html[13/05/2020 17:07:12]...
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V just to indicate the activation of this feature. Meanwhile this symbol will be displayed on the other Voices also just to show feature available. MODULATION Here the parameters available for each Modulation Voice: https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/53_voice_edit.html[13/05/2020 17:07:12]...
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: Frequency of Oscillator. LFO-TVF : LFO amount on Filter. LFO-TVA : LFO amount on Amplitude. SAVING VOICE : Once you finished you can save the changes on VOICE in this way -SAVE : Save the Voice with the same name https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/53_voice_edit.html[13/05/2020 17:07:12]...
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: Save VOICE with same name on same original location (PRESET) . -NO : Clear SAVE operation RESTORE In case you got a mistake or simply would restore VOICE modified to the original version press FACTORY tab. The display will present 'in this way: https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/53_voice_edit.html[13/05/2020 17:07:12]...
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Voice Edit -YES : Restore selected VOICE with original parameters. : Clear SAVE operation VOICE https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/53_voice_edit.html[13/05/2020 17:07:12]...
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If you make an error, go back by pressing the DELETE key on the right at the top. Pressing on the icons of the two keypads the display will show in this way: File Search: https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/43_search.html[13/05/2020 17:07:27]...
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Search Numeric Search: Front Panel PLAYER GM https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/43_search.html[13/05/2020 17:07:27]...
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In this section we also find a very useful Guitar Tuner to tune your guitar without use external devices. The Guitar Tuner can operate in two modes: Tone Generator or Tuner detection. In this mode by tapping on the virtual strings represented by the display you can hear the notes produced by MJPRO https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/32_input.html[13/05/2020 17:07:46]...
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(MICRO 2) you can check on display current status of tuning. The bar with the GREEN colour will indicate perfect tuning. BLUE or RED colour (related of tolerance tuning) will suggest how to correct your instrument tuning. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/32_input.html[13/05/2020 17:07:46]...
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. You may change the insert effect of the setup by touching the corresponding box and selecting the effect you prefer from the drop-down menu that is displayed in the same way as that described for the Guitar setups. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/32_input.html[13/05/2020 17:07:46]...
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SAVE AS to open the alphanumeric keypad on which you may save the setup with a new file name. Front Panel https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/32_input.html[13/05/2020 17:07:46]...
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Mode # 1 this feature will be ignored. METRONOME : This function opens the page of the instrument metronome. When you select this function the following window is displayed with the metronome settings that will now be described. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/39_preferences.html[13/05/2020 17:08:05]...
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: When this function is ON you will hear a "beep" when you select a function on the display. When SAVE this function is Off the "beep" is disabled. To save this setting press the key on the panel and then select SAVE CUSTOM STARTUP https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/39_preferences.html[13/05/2020 17:08:05]...
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OS DISPLAY SKIN : SD40, as well many devices of our time, allows you to modify some aspects of the global graphics tool (SKIN). Pressing this button gives access to a selection page with different SKIN suggested by KETRON: https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/39_preferences.html[13/05/2020 17:08:05]...
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Preferences Once you select your new preference and then pressing the Close command will appear the following screen: MENU Front Panel https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/39_preferences.html[13/05/2020 17:08:05]...
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Playlist. DRAG & DROP For same purpose you can also use the mode (select the file by pressing on the screen and drag it file to the desired location): https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/38_playlist.htm[13/05/2020 17:08:22]...
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: Use this function to replace a file in the playlist with another file. To do this, select the function then touch the playlist file you wish to replace; the display shows you the navigation root to select the CONFIRM ABORT replaced file. After selecting the file, press to escape from the function. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/38_playlist.htm[13/05/2020 17:08:22]...
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3 times to enter the 3rd letter and 4 times to enter the number. If you wait before tapping the key again, the first letter etc. is entered again. If you make an error, go back by pressing the DELETE key on the right at the top. PLAYER GM https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/38_playlist.htm[13/05/2020 17:08:22]...
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Finally, the entire chain of effects may be excluded with the key that you will find in the bottom right hand corner of the display. You can produce a new chain of effects and save them in a single preset (User). https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/23_efx1_edit.html[13/05/2020 17:08:36]...
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: Allows you to copy one or more files that you have selected. In this case select the folder in which to COPY copy the files and press Paste. As soon as you select the folder in which to copy the files, the key turns PASTE into the key as show below. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/16_disk_edit.html[13/05/2020 17:08:55]...
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: It allows you to copy one or more files previously selected. Pressing esactly over of the icon of the folder you have selected the entire folder (or more) to be copied. The procedure for save it in another location (or delete) is the same used previously for the single file. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/16_disk_edit.html[13/05/2020 17:08:55]...
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RENAME by enabling a virtual alphanumeric keypad on which to write the name, confirming this by pressing CONFIRM. The correct name of the file or current names of the files selected are displayed in the Rename box. The modified name or names will be displayed in the box below (To:). https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/16_disk_edit.html[13/05/2020 17:08:55]...
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Here again, the dialogue box which appears at the centre of the display allows you to confirm or cancel the operation. MEDIA Press the key again to return to the main screen of MEDIA mode. MEDIA When you are in Disk Edit, the led of the key will flash. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/16_disk_edit.html[13/05/2020 17:08:55]...
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Selecting the file .Txt (this file can contain just only text) and then pressing the button you have the possibility of view its contents directly on the display or external monitor. With midi or karaoke files (if stored) SD40 offers the opportunity to view Chords track synchronized overlap the lyrics. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/54_lyrics_score.html[13/05/2020 17:09:12]...
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ENTER By selecting a PDF file (file format that can contain both text and images, etc.) and then pressing will have as well the chance to view its contents directly on the display or external monitor. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/54_lyrics_score.html[13/05/2020 17:09:12]...
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Movie/PDF To RGB external monitor remember to set function. In this way, the file can be shown on the display of' SD 40 or on the external monitor. PDF scroll can be managed by Pop Up menu : https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/54_lyrics_score.html[13/05/2020 17:09:12]...
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PDF tab located on the left part of layout You can control pages of the PDF even just touching the edge of the touch screen display in the lower right corner to advance or up to return to the previous page. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/54_lyrics_score.html[13/05/2020 17:09:12]...
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The other mode provides the possibility of sync .Txt file with the corresponding (once associated) file midi or audio PLAY as explained previously. Once pressed of midi or audio file that will call the TXT file, press the RECORD TEXT footswitch (previously assigned) to begin recording.[R] https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/54_lyrics_score.html[13/05/2020 17:09:12]...
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Warning: If you attempt to play Mp3 with TXT synchronized from previous Ketron instruments (Midjay and Midjay Plus) you can achieve compatibility in sync TXT just only if the MP3 is a Fixed Bit Rate feature and does not contain Meta Event inside.
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After selecting desired Split Point release Split tab to return to the previous menu. The Split selection done will SAVE remain available until the next power on of SD 40. To store this setting it will be necessary using the CUSTOM / FACTORY STARTUP feature. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/58_split.html[13/05/2020 17:09:27]...
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Audio Multitrack Mode SD40 is able to play WAVE files (44.100 kHz - 16 bit) with properties as used in multichannel mode called Surround ® 5 + 1. This means preparing a multichannel audio files with these characteristics SD 40 can manage the various tracks independently (on volume) and in case of a specific track (always the last in numerical order of the project) on its individual output.
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) on separate Out manageable also for multiple uses (Drummer Headphone, Single Out, Power Headphones split, etc). In this mode, which we believe are truly innovative in this kind of instrument, SD40 becomes an unprecedented multitracks Audio device. This feature will allow to use PLAYER in all those music needs (stage, recording and...
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It can carry any audio (Click, Bass, etc.) track for your Monitoring Mixing or custom needs. . Audio files with these properties can be made using professional audio editor. Here are some software that can be used in this purpose: Sound Forge ®, Logic ®, AudaCity ®, Cubase ®, etc. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/59_multitrack.html[13/05/2020 17:09:41]...
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Midi Recording Midi Recording From this menu SD40 can record on Midi mode (and Audio also) everything is played in real time from the keyboard (Left part, Right part or Full Keyboard) .In addition can record ARRANGER section also. The mode displayed on this picture is called SONG Mode.
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Of course you can also use the controls related on Arranger (Keystart / Intro etc etc) To stop recording, press START button again. From this menu you can immediately listen to what you just recorded by pressing PLAY button .The recording done https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/56_midi_recording.html[13/05/2020 17:09:56]...
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Midi Recording needs to be saved by pressing the SAVE button however . SD40 sets a default name (ordered chronologically ) after confirmation User can rename file and assign on SD 40 memory. At this point, created midi recording file will be playable on Player menu.
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On the top of the knob icon shows the value of the recording level to 0dB on middle position. On the left of the display, 2 bar level will show value in real time for the left and right channel. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/56_midi_recording.html[13/05/2020 17:09:56]...
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You can listen what recorded using PLAY tab and / or correct events using quantization feature. Once you set quantization type, using the values provided (8 / 8T / 16 / 16T / 64 Real Time) press QUANTIZE tab to apply it. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/56_midi_recording.html[13/05/2020 17:09:56]...
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To save the recording press SAVE and confirm with the default name or with your own name. SD40, related of Phrase mode used, will apply by default a suffix (L) as meaning of Loop. When procedure is completed file will be available with suffix (L) as showed.
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Midi Recording Info: In Midi Record (Phrase or Song) mode record from the source player will be unavailable . However SD 40 will show a warning message. AUDIO RECORDING https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/56_midi_recording.html[13/05/2020 17:09:56]...
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Audio Recording Audio Recording From this menu SD40 can record on Midi mode (and Audio also) everything is played in real time from the keyboard (Left part, Right part or Full Keyboard) .In addition can record ARRANGER section also. The mode displayed on this picture is called SONG Mode.
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Audio Recording Once file is selected SD40 will be back on RECORD menu to start recording by pressing REC icon Once completed press REC icon again. So now on display will appear a Waveform icon type (to represent the flow Audio just recorded) and PLAY icon lets here listen recorded file just without leaving AUDIO RECORDING menu.
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Or saving SONG by pressing Save button on the right side of the display. SD40 sets a default name (ordered chronologically ) after confirmation User can rename file and assign on SD 40 memory. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/57_audio_recording.html[13/05/2020 17:10:18]...
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Pressing the Record icon to access on Audio or MIDI recording (Song or Phrase )mode (flashing icon). Once activated SD 40 can begin to record immediately all data . In case of Style Sync recording will begin when Arranger Start will be activated. Record function is also triggered by Footswitch. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/57_audio_recording.html[13/05/2020 17:10:18]...
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As showed on picture SD 40 is set on PHRASE recording Mode. Press RECORD to start on record . Once completed SD 40 will show as below : You can listen what recorded using PLAY tab just from this menu again. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/57_audio_recording.html[13/05/2020 17:10:18]...
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Just to save you music work press SAVE tab and confirm with default name or your own title. SD40, related of Phrase mode used, will apply by default a suffix (L) as meaning of Loop. When procedure is completed file will be available with suffix (L) as showed...
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Warning : Mistakenly assuming that no audio signal is routed to Record Audio, ( Song or Phrase mode ) following screen will appear as below Info: Recording Audio for matter of Edit and memory allocation can not exceed over 10 minutes of duration MIDI RECORDING https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/57_audio_recording.html[13/05/2020 17:10:18]...
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Drum Restyle This cool feature allows you to customize on SD40 your midi file in a really creative and simple way. The function Drum Restyle allows you to associate on Midi file a style using all the various parts of it perfectly synchronized.
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Variation A / B / C / D / Fill, Break and End as well a new entry Style from other Family Style. When recording is completed, press SAVE tab to save your project as Drum RESTYLE file. This is screen view showed : https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/60_drum_restyle.html[13/05/2020 17:10:35]...
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When procedure will completed SD 40 will back on the Player screen view. If the file saved with the Drum RESTYLE feature will be reloaded with the intent (or not) to rewrite (or remove) Style synchronization , SD40 will inform you with the following message: https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/60_drum_restyle.html[13/05/2020 17:10:35]...
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Drum Restyle Confirming with YES SD 40 prepares the file to the new recording or the total cancellation of the previous DRUM RESTYLE feature. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/60_drum_restyle.html[13/05/2020 17:10:35]...
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Enable Portamento on selected Voice. The effect is operating in relation to the value (5/128) and Portamento mode (Poly, Mono, Off) stored on Edit Voice menu. -AFTERTOUCH: Enable Aftertouch on selected Voice. The effect is operating in relation to the parameter (LFO, Soft LFO, BEND, Off) stored on Edit Voice menu. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/61_portamento.html[13/05/2020 17:10:53]...
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The procedure is quite simple. Selected as shown in the photo below a location holding down the icon for a while. After a while the screen will show a choice menu of style in their families. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/62_mylist.html[13/05/2020 17:11:20]...
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MY LIST. By this way you can allocate as way order your Style set up to 64 favourite locations scrollable with the alpha Dial. Of course what has been done is temporarily stored in the MY LIST and must be confirmed with the SAVE feature. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/62_mylist.html[13/05/2020 17:11:20]...
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In the other hand, pressing the EXIT command, you'll come out from MY LIST menu and all informations will not be stored. Info: MY LIST data are saved in the internal memory of SD40 just after pressing the SAVE command. In this way will never be deleted at shutdown of SD 40 or altered thru Update procedure.
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The procedure is quite simple. Selected as shown in the photo below a location (already used) by holding down the icon for a while. After a while the screen will show menu choice of VOICE in their families (the LED of VOICE LIST tab will flash). https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/63_voicelist.html[13/05/2020 17:11:36]...
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Info: Information on the VOICE LIST are saved in the internal memory of the instrument just only after pressing the SAVE command. In this way will not be deleted at shutdown of SD 40 or altered in any further Update procedures. Modo Voice https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/63_voicelist.html[13/05/2020 17:11:36]...
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HARMONY presets, as showed above, perform special effects respectively on the VOICE that are used on SPLIT Mode. HARMONY take reference from chord played on LEFT part of the keyboard. It will execute harmonic intervals (dictated by the chosen preset) with the tone you are using as RIGHT VOICE. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/64_harmony.html[13/05/2020 17:11:53]...
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Enable Portamento on selected Voice. The effect is operating in relation to the value (5/128) and Portamento mode (Poly, Mono, Off) stored on Edit Voice menu. -AFTERTOUCH: Enable Aftertouch on selected Voice. The effect is operating in relation to the parameter (LFO, Soft LFO, BEND, Off) stored on Edit Voice menu. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/65_double.html[13/05/2020 17:12:08]...
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Press this button to activate automatic XFADE between two files (Mid, Wave, Mp3, Kar) on PLAYER menu. XFADE feature is set from the FUNCTION menu where you can select different speeds such: Normal, Slow1, Slow2, Fast1, Fast2. Info: The function XFADE is not available on Video file . https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/66_xfade.html[13/05/2020 17:12:30]...
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Here you will find utility information about your instrument: Panel Reboot Application Simultaneously pressing both the ARRA_A & Enter buttons will restart the SD40 without having to manually switch off the instrument. This may be useful if any anomalies should occur.
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4 Fill; 4 Break. STYLE Menu is available by the TAB VIEW located on main page of Once selected, at the bottom right of the display (selection area Style menu), you will have access to the EDIT selection https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/67_pattern_edit.html[13/05/2020 17:12:59]...
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STYLE recorded or allows you to return just only to the previous situation selecting step you think most suitable. The UNDO instead found on the TAB MENU works exclusively for the selected function. MUTE : Put on MUTE (silenced) selected track. CLICK : Allows to activate Click (metronome) for recording procedure. https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/67_pattern_edit.html[13/05/2020 17:12:59]...
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: Allows to RECORD selected part of STYLE Important: RECORD mode affects on all available sections of PATTERN. Exception is done for the track AUDIO DRUM Instead of Audio Drum you can use a conventional Drum Set. Arranger Setting https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/67_pattern_edit.html[13/05/2020 17:12:59]...
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Hard disk or else On this menu you'll find just 4 PLAYBOX Folders placed on Main root of your SD 40 internal memory. REGISTRATION Once you have placed files on these 4 FOLDER you'll recall by pressing button where Playbox feature is fitted. Info: User cannot create further Playbox folders . Front Panel https://www.ketron.it/images/ketron/Manuali_HTML/SD40/english/79_playbox.html[13/05/2020 17:13:13]...
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