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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2 For European Countries This product complies with the requirements of EMC Directive 2004/108/EC. Regulatory and Safety Information Users in U.S.A This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 3 Owner’s Manual Welcome to the reference manual of VIVO SX8 and congratulations to purchasing this Sound Module. VIVO SX8 is the Sound Module of Dexibell’s new VIVO PREMIUM digital piano series. A realism never heard before, thanks to the latest technology managed of a most powerful processor equipped with 3.2 GB size of memory for sounds.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instruction

    Do not attempt to repair the unit, modify or replace parts of the product. Never handle the AC adaptor or its plugs with wet hands when plugging into, or Please contact all the nearest Dexibell Service Center. unplugging from, an electrical outlet.

  • Page 5: Relevant Indications

    All data contained in the unit’s memory my be lost. Important data should always be backed up, or written down on paper (when possible). Dexibell assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.

  • Page 6: Other Precautions

    • Unfortunately, an error may occur during the data restore previously stored in the USB memories. Dexibell shall not be liable for loss of profits or any consequential loss, loss of data. • Do not use excessive force when handling unit’s buttons, switches, sliders and controls and when use connectors and jacks.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    VIVO SX8's Organ Preset List ........61...

  • Page 8: Panel Description

    These buttons are used to navigate around the rack. various menus and adjust values. For details on how to install the VIVO SX8 in a rack, Function buttons refer to the owner’s manual included with the rack These buttons are used to select one of three you’re using.

  • Page 9: Rear Side

    Use this pedal to sustain the sound (p.52). NOTE We suggest to connect at this socket a continuous pedal controller as the Dexibell CPI pedal. In this way you can appreciate all the musical nuances of a continuos controller. ASSIGN PEDAL (...

  • Page 10: Examples Of Connections

    Examples of Connections Basic Connection NOTE Before to connect any other equipment, move the [VOLUME] knob counterclockwise to minimize the volume. USB Memory Amplified Speakers Audio Bluetooth MIDI Keyboard DX SP1 (switch or expression pedal) Studio Connection Audio Bluetooth USB Memory USB to Computer (MIDI) BALANCE OUT AUDIO + MIDI Streming...

  • Page 11: Quick Guide Basic Operations

    - HOW TO MEMORIZE YOUR FAVORITE SETTING • Use the [DATA ENTRY] knob or the [] [] buttons to scroll The VIVO SX8 allows you to memorize your favorite settings for easy recall whenever and select sounds in the list.

  • Page 12: Before You Start To Play

    NOTE If you won’t be using the VIVO SX8 for an extended period of time, disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet. NOTE To avoid malfunctions, never disconnect the AC/DC adaptor while the instrument is turned on.

  • Page 13: Listening Through Headphones

    Listening Through Headphones Press the "MENU" button. Use the [] [] buttons to select the "USB MEMORY" You can use headphones to enjoy the VIVO SX8 without disturbing functions group and press the [ ] button to access them. ...

  • Page 14: Ground Terminal

    Use the [] [] buttons to select "REMOVE" and press the [EXECUTE] Function button to access the function. The display shows: The power will turn on, a progress bar appear in the VIVO SX8’s display. Press the "YES" Function button to safely remove the USB Memory.

  • Page 15: Demo Of The Vivo Sx8

    “AUTO OFF” setting to “OFF” as described on p. 56. Demo of the VIVO SX8 Your VIVO SX8 contains a demo that introduces all the best of its tones. Simultaneously press the first and the last Funcion button. Playback starts automatically with the demo song.

  • Page 16: Basic Operation

    Icons Explanation Icons Field Explanation Field An USB MIDI keyboard is connected to the VIVO SX8's USB Bluetooth indicator "MEMORY" port. • Steady icon: Connected to a device. A USB memory is connected to your unit. COMPUTER"...

  • Page 17: Moving The Cursor And Setting Parameter Values

    After the selection of saving a Memory, the display looks as follows: Press the [MENU/EXIT] button to access to the available function groups. A Memory name is suggested by the VIVO SX8. Use the [DATA ENTRY] knob or the [][] buttons to select a different character.

  • Page 18: Main Connections

    Main Connections The VIVO SX8 allows you to connect an external keyboard through two If you connect your also your computer to the VIVO SX8 as shown in the ways, via MIDI or via USB. illustration, you’ll be able to use the VIVO SX8 as a MIDI interface.

  • Page 19: Using The Vivo Sx8 With Your Computer

    VIVO SX8's audio OUTPUT jacks. USB Audio Feature Thanks to the USB audio you can record the audio of the VIVO SX8 directly without using any internal digital analogue converter. This greatly increases audio quality and noise immunity.

  • Page 20: Selecting The Tones

    "ORGAN" family. For more details see "Organ Section" (p. 22). Press the [SOUND] button. The VIVO SX8 allows you to assign any of the available tones to any of the three real-time parts. Tone selection always applies to the part (1, 2 or 3) whose field is currently underlined in the main page.

  • Page 21: Tone Midi Information

    “internal” address, which is not usually displayed. For MIDI applications involving sequencers or external controllers, knowing the “official” address may come in handy. The VIVO SX8 has an handy system that provides this information instantly—there is thus no need to look up the MIDI address in the tones list at the end of this manual.

  • Page 22: Organ Section

    Organ Section The VIVO SX8 has a section that simulates famous electric organs. You can While the tone window is active, use the[] [] buttons select many presetted organ sound and create a wide variety of tonalities to select a different preset. The preset configuration is and save them in the instrument's internal memory.

  • Page 23: How To Set Up Your Footage Configuration Starting From

    This simulate a pipe organ. It's a musical instrument that PIPE produces sound by driving pressurized air through organ pipes. USER1 You can download sounds from the www.dexibell.com website. See "Additional Sound (Sound Library)" (p. 32). USER2 How to Set Up Your Footage Configuration Press the "PRESET"...

  • Page 24: Applying Vibrato/Chorus Effect

    Internal Memory" (p. 41). Applying Vibrato/Chorus Effect The VIVO SX8 has a vibrato effect and a chorus effect to enrich your performances. The vibrato and chorus system consists of six settings, V1, V2, V3, C1, C2 and C3 (i.e., 3 vibrato and 3 chorus), which can be selected from the "VIBRATO / CHORUS"...

  • Page 25: Adding Rotary Effect

    Adding Rotary Effect Use the [], [] buttons to select the parameter and use the [DATA ENTRY] knob or the ] buttons to adjust []  the value. See "Moving the cursor and setting parameter values" (p. 17). For details about the common parameters refer to "Organ Common"...

  • Page 26: Parts & Midi Settings

    VIVO SX8 and a MIDI keyboard or a personal computer. See "Main Connections" (p. 18). With the VIVO SX8's MIDI THRU port you can cascade several devices in a chain. Use the [] [] buttons to select the parameter that you The MIDI default channels for each part are the following: want to edit.

  • Page 27: Midi Transmission

    Use the [DATA ENTRY] knob and [ ] to select the part and  As you can imagine, the VIVO SX8 does not transmit notes but access the related parameters. control MIDI messages only as Volume, Modulation, Expression, Program change, etc. by the USB port.

  • Page 28: Specifyng The Audio Output For Each Part

    55. Specifyng the Audio Output for Each Part VIVO SX8 provides MAIN/SUB unbalanced output (TS jacks) in addition to MAIN balanced output (XLR jacks) as outputs for the signal of the audio parts. As appropriate for your situation, you can choose which audio output to use (MAIN or SUB) for a certain part (Organ, Part1, Part2, Part3).

  • Page 29: Adding Effects To Orchestral Sound

    When you recall a Tone the instrument automatically add the appropriate effects for that sound. While the main page is showed, press the left Function Anyway, VIVO SX8 give you the possibility to change type of effect or button to access the Reverb parameters. modify some parameter of it.

  • Page 30: Other Functions

    This parameter allows you to set the cutoff Mid Freq 100 ~ 8000 Hz The following function allows you to recall the VIVO SX8’s original factory frequency of the middle band. settings. Use this parameter to set the level of the selected MID frequency.

  • Page 31: How To Protect Your Settings, Contents And Sounds List

    The contents of the USB memory are displayed: and Sounds List (Backup) You can back up contents, settings, and sounds list from your VIVO SX8 into a USB Memory. This function is also useful before sending your instrument for repair.

  • Page 32: Additional Sound (Sound Library)

    User Sound Libraries. Using the list of libraries to load, at the power on , the VIVO SX8 load the sound libraries from the Internal Flash Memory into the Internal RAM of 3.2 GB. At default, the list contains the Factory Libraries only.

  • Page 33: Removing A Sound Library

    USB Memory Adding a Library from USB Memory You can import sounds library in the User Sound memory of VIVO SX8 and use them in your performances. To import them you need an USB To load the library into your USB Memory, please refer to Memory and your Personal computer.
  • Page 34 Additional Sound (Sound Library) Recovery a Library from the "INTERNAL ARCHIVE" Insert the USB Memory into the USB port of the VIVO SX8. From the "INTERNAL ARCHIVE" page, press the “USB” Thanks to this function you can reload previously removed internal Function button to list the sound libraries in the USB libraries.

  • Page 35: Sound Setup (Export/Import)

    Press the [MENU/EXIT] button and use the [DATA ENTRY] knob or the [] [] buttons to select the "SOUND SETUP" function At your convenience, you can also download sound sets from the http:// www.dexibell.com/ website. group. Exporting a Sound Set ("EXPORT SETUP") This function export the sound set, that you have previously prepared, in a USB Memory.

  • Page 36: Personalizing Your Sounds

    The “Soft” Pedal, acts a change of volume and timbre color of the sound, Orchestral Sounds Parameters simulating the "soft" function on the acoustic piano. VIVO SX8 allows you to personalize the tones by adjusting various factors that affect the sound. Each Tone has available a number of parameters that allow you to personalize the sound.
  • Page 37 Parameters to be edited Hammer-Noises (Key On impulsive Noises) Parameter Setting String Reso -64 ~ 0 ~ +63 Damper Reso It's the typical noise generated by the free to vibrate strings (all damper raised) when the dumper pedal is pressed. Parameter Setting Damper Reso...

  • Page 38: Organ Sounds Parameters

    Personalizing Your Sounds Parameter Setting Explanation Low - The part becomes monophonic and Decay Attack Hold Sustain Release play the leftmost note you played. High - The part becomes monophonic and Low, High, play the rightmost note you played. Polyphonic Last, Poly Last - The part plays monophonic.

  • Page 39: The Sound

    Parameters to be edited Brilliance Parameter Setting This parameter is enabled when you select a Pipe organ Volume Normal, Soft type. You can adjust the brightness of sound. Leakage Parameter Setting In the vintage electro-mechanical organs, sometimes the signal Brilliance -12 ~ +12 from adjacent tonewheels causes pickups to overhear tonewheels other than their own.
  • Page 40 Personalizing Your Sounds Use the [] [] buttons to select one of the three Rotor speed parameters available. Fast Use the ] buttons to adjust the parameter you []  selected. Parameter Setting Explanation Slow It is the starting point of the velocity RampUp RampDw Start...

  • Page 41: Working With The Memories

    Working with the Memories Using the Memories is a lot faster than calling up one of the VIVO SX8’s If you want to name your new Memory, see "Assigning the functions, modifying the settings, etc., while you're playing. Just one touch Name You Specify"...

  • Page 42: Saving Your Settings In The Usb Memory

    Working with the Memories Now you can save: Use the [][] buttons to move the cursor inside the list „ In a Memory Set previously saved. Continue from step (5) to select the Memory you want to reorder and press the „...

  • Page 43: Recalling Your Settings From An Usb Memory

    The Memory is recalled and the display shows the Memory highlighted. Recalling your settings from an USB Memory Connect an USB memory to the VIVO SX8. For details see MEMO p. 13. To display the Internal Memories again, press the "INTERNAL"...

  • Page 44: Exporting A Memory Set In The Usb Memory

    You can also use this function to backup the Internal Memories. A USB icon appears in the Icons field of Main page. See "Main Page" Connect an USB memory to the VIVO SX8. For details see (p. 16). p. 13.

  • Page 45: How To Automatically Recall Your Favorite Setting At The Power On

    How to Automatically Recall Your Favorite Setting at the Power On. The VIVO SX8 give you the possibility to have your favorite setting directly at the startup of the instrument. To do this, follow the procedure below: Set all the parameters you want when you turn on the...

  • Page 46: Playing With Audio Backing Tracks

    Playing with Audio Backing Tracks Thanks to X MURE® application and VIVO SX8 you can play your favourite melodies while controlling a audio pattern. X MURE® is a DEXIBELL® software product WHAT IS MURE • X-MURE is an application that runs on iPhone or IPad.

  • Page 47: Wireless Function

    Wireless Function Bluetooth® Audio and MIDI Connectivity Connecting with the Mobile Device VIVO SX8 Pianos are equipped with Audio and MIDI Bluetooth® (4.2 Low Energy) function. Thanks to this technology, you'll be able to : listen through the speakers of the VIVO SX8 music „...

  • Page 48: Connecting An Already Paired Mobile Device

    "Paired" devices of VIVO SX8. For details, refer to the owner’s manual of your mobile device. Using Bluetooth® Audio You can use the speakers of the VIVO SX8 to listen to music or music videos played on your mobile device. Audio Streaming Select the "dexi-piano-xx"...
  • Page 49 " icon. In the Bluetooth MIDI field, Tap the "DEVICE" button. The Bluetooth MIDI devices page is opens and the VIVO SX8 ( dexi- piano-xx) is in the list of found devices. Tap "Not Connected" to connect the VIVO SX8 (dexi- piano-xx).

  • Page 50: Menu Options (Advanced Section)

    MENU Options (Advanced Section) The VIVO SX8’s [MENU] button provides access to the available parameters Werckmeister III ..........53 Kimberger III .

  • Page 51: Sound Library Functions

    Explanation [MENU] button SOUND LIBRARY "pp" standing for pianissimo and meaning You can import sounds library in the internal memory of VIVO SX8 and "very soft". use them in your performances. For details see "Additional Sound (Sound Library)" (p. 32).

  • Page 52: Output

    This group of parameters is related to the pedals controls. The XMure SceneUp These functions allow you to change scene of the VIVO SX8 allows you to manage and assign various function to the accompaniment in the XMure® application. XMure SceneDw pedals connected to the PEDAL sockets.

  • Page 53: Tuning

    TUNING Setting Explanation TUNING Just Major This is a just scale for pieces in mayor keys. [MENU] button TUNING This system was invented in ancient Greece. It resolves GLOBAL MEMORY Pythagorean the ambiguity of fourths and fifths. Though thirds are somewhat imperfect, melodies sound clearer.

  • Page 54: Memory

    VIVO SX8 is equipped with Bluetooth® Audio function. Thanks to this technology, you'll be able to stream music wirelessly from a Bluetooth® capable smartphone, tablet or computer to VIVO SX8. Press the "WRITE" Function button to save your scale. See "Wireless Function" (p. 47).

  • Page 55: Midi

    "Memory" part. default: 15  MIDI SET MIDI Sets are memories for MIDI settings. The VIVO SX8 provides four MIDI Set memories. The first MIDI Set, called "Dexibell", is read-only and allows you to restore the MIDI factory setting. The other three memories allow use to memorize and recall your MIDI configuration.

  • Page 56: Global

    BACKUP [MENU/EXIT] button BACKUP Use this function to back up contents, settings, and sounds list from your VIVO SX8 into a USB Memory. See "How to Protect Your Settings, Contents and Sounds List (Backup)" (p. 31). PANIC [MENU/EXIT] button PANIC...

  • Page 57: Appendix

    Appendix Effects Types and Parameters List Parameter Setting Explanation Adjusts the delay from the direct signal PreDelay 0 ~ 100 ms and the moment when the flanger starts working. 1: Thru This sets the LFO phase difference between Phase 0 ~ 180 deg the left and right, in steps of 10 degrees It give more spatial of the sound.
  • Page 58 Appendix Parameter Setting Explanation 9: Delay Switches the speaker rotation speed Speed Slow, Fast between slow and fast. The delay effect is used to simulate echo (repetition). This parameter allows you to manually control the wheel brake. Parameter Setting Explanation Off is the default;...
  • Page 59 Effects Types and Parameters List Parameter Setting Explanation Parameter Setting Explanation Low Freq Auto: The "Manual" parameter is 100Hz ~ 10.0KHz Selects the frequency of the low range. automatically controlled by the High Freq 100Hz ~ 10.0KHz Selects the frequency of the High range. internal LFO.

  • Page 60: Vivo Sx8'S Tone List

    MaleTape1Dry 0010 USA Memory PLT ORGAN TW 0097 MaleTape1Rev More than 100 preset. 0011 VIVO Upright 0098 MaleTape1Cut See "VIVO SX8's Organ Preset List" (p. 61) 0012 Elec.Grand BRASS/SYNTH STRINGS 0013 E.Grand Trem 0099 Full Brass 0055 Easy Strings 0014...

  • Page 61: Vivo Sx8'S Organ Preset List

    0178 Synth Bass 0163 Pop Bass 0148 Poly Chord 0149 Synth Vox VIVO SX8's Organ Preset List Num. Upper Preset Lower Preset Pedal Preset Num. Upper Preset Lower Preset Pedal Preset TW1/TW2 0003 80 8080 808 80 8080 008 0001...

  • Page 62: Drawbars Midi Controls

    Appendix Drawbars MIDI Controls CC number Value Description Percussion CC 87 0 = Off, 1 = On On/Off CC 88 0 = Normal, 1 = Soft Normal/Soft 0 ~ 63~ 64 ~127 CC number Value Description Part Draw-faders CC 89 0 = Slow, 1 = Fast Slow/Fast CC 95...

  • Page 63: Troubleshooting

    Correct the MIDI controller’s transmit channel. MIDI messages. Check the format of your USB Memory. The VIVO SX8 can use USB Memory that has been formatted as Unable to read from/write to USB Memory. FAT. If your USB Memory was formatted using any other method, please re-format it as MS-DOS FAT.

  • Page 64: Specifications

    WEIGHT 4 lbs 4 oz (excluding AC adaptor) Quick guide SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AC adaptor (DEXIBELL DYS624-120200W) 2 Rack-mount bracket DX CP1 continuous sustain pedal with selectable ‘mode switch (Switch, continuous) OPTIONS (sold separately) DX SP1 switch pedal with selectable mode switch (normally closed, normally open)

  • Page 65: Index

    Index Memory Simboli Saving Your Settings in the USB Memory SETTING SETTING Parameters Group AC Adaptor ......12 MAIN SETTING .
  • Page 66 MEMO...

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