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PianoDisc PDS-228CFX User Manual

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Thank You

We appreciate your purchase of the PianoDisc system. PianoDisc
elegantly integrates advanced player piano technology and modern
music production capabilities, and will provide you with many years
of enjoyment. In order to utilize the system to its fullest extent,
please read and understand all the information contained in this
user 's guide.
For your future reference, please copy the serial number of your
PDS-228CFX below, and fill in the purchase date and the name and
telephone number of your PianoDisc dealer.
SERIAL NUMBER:
PURCHASE DATE:
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PianoDisc ® PDS-228CFX
User's Guide (April 2004)
Distributed with PDS-228CFX, featuring OS Version 4.2
© Copyright 2000 Burgett, Inc. All rights reserved.
PianoDisc
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The PianoDisc System is covered under the following U.S. Patents:
5,083,491; 5,237,125; 5,251,529; 5,521,795; 5,524,521; 5,542,328; 5,546,842; 5,756,910; 5,834,669; 5,841,050.
Other patents pending.
PianoDisc and QuietTime are registered trademarks of Burgett, Inc.
PianoCD is a trademark of Burgett, Inc.
Yamaha, PianoSoft, PianoSoft Plus, and Disklavier are registered trademarks of Yamaha Corporation.
Roland is a registered trademark of Roland Corporation.
At the time of printing, all information contained in this manual was deemed to be completely accurate.
PianoDisc reserves the right to change specifications or design at any time without prior notice.

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  • Page 1: Thank You

    Roland is a registered trademark of Roland Corporation. At the time of printing, all information contained in this manual was deemed to be completely accurate. PianoDisc reserves the right to change specifications or design at any time without prior notice.

  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT NOTICE: Complete Safety of operation is assured by PianoDisc when system is properly installed and operated in its normal fashion. Do not attempt, or commission others, to modify any portion of the PianoDisc system unless specifically authorized by PianoDisc.
  • Page 3 Locate your PianoDisc unit away from direct sunlight, water or moisture, or hot or cold air currents. If the PianoDisc unit is to remain unused for an extended period of time, its power supply should be disconnected.

  • Page 4: Fcc Information

    PianoDisc PDS-228CFX FCC Information NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to pro- vide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 5 • Keep your diskettes away from electrical appliances, magnets, or anything else capable of producing a magnetic field. • Insert your diskettes into the PDS-228CFX as shown below, with the label side up.
  • Page 6 Place the compact disc in the tray with the label facing up as shown below. NOTE: Both portable and full size CD players can be used with the PDS-228CFX System along with its own internal CD player. Because the quality of the CD player will affect the performance of the player system, make every effort to ensure fresh batteries are in the portable CD player.
  • Page 7 • Make sure the control unit has adequate ventilation underneath, behind, and on top. Do not place the PDS-228CFX on a cushioned surface such as a pillow or towel. • The PianoDisc PDS-228CFX is used with an acoustic piano and a mechanical drive system—it cannot be manipulated like a home stereo.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Section I Description of PianoDisc Equipment ....... .1 PDS-228CFX Front Panel .
  • Page 9 PianoDisc PDS-228CFX Section IV CD Mode ............37 CD Mode Information .
  • Page 10 G. Connecting the PDS-228CFX to a Computer ....... . .73...

  • Page 11: Section I Description Of Pianodisc Equipment

    PianoDisc PDS-228CFX Section I Description of PianoDisc Equipment...

  • Page 12: Pds-228Cfx Front Panel

    PianoDisc PDS-228CFX PDS-228CFX Front Panel POWER: Turn power on, off. FUNCTION BUTTONS: Used to select modes, and to make changes or choose options during MODE operations. Buttons [1] and [4] are typically used to decrease and increase settings, while buttons [2] and [3] normally return settings to default values.
  • Page 13 INCREASE VOLUME: Press CD DRIVE: Used for reading a PianoDisc CD (or a standard audio CD). DISK DRIVE: Used for reading and writing data onto a 3.5 inch disk. DISK EJECT: Press to eject disk from disk drive.
  • Page 14 23. SYMPHONY LOGO: Indicates whether this PDS-228CFX is equipped with the SymphonyPro option. * The PianoDisc PDS-228CFX has many more capabilities that are not immediately apparent from the front panel. For a general introduction to these advanced functions, refer to “Descriptions of Features and Controls”, page 8, and PRODUCER, RECORD...

  • Page 15: Pds-228Cfx Rear Panel

    SYNTH OUT if the PDS-228CFX is equipped with the symphony option. TO PIANO: This special 6-pin DIN port is used to connect the PDS-228CFX to a piano fitted with the PianoDisc system, allowing information to and from the piano to be transmitted over one cable.
  • Page 16 CD players at line level , avoid connecting amplified signals to these inputs. **The audio output of the PDS-228CFX IS NOT a speaker output. This system must be connected to an amplified device, such as the aux. input of a stereo system or the line level input of a musical instrument or PA system. The audio output of the PDS-228CFX sums (mixes) the output of the internal symphony option and the audio input jacks.

  • Page 17: Pds-228Cfx Side Panel

    PDS-228CFX Side Panel STEREO HEADPHONES There are two stereo headphone jacks on the side of the PDS-228CFX Control Box. The left jack duplicates the Audio OUT * signal to the speakers ( i.e. , both speakers and headphones will receive audio output signal, meaning that you will hear sound from both simultaneously).

  • Page 18: Description Of Features And Controls

    PianoDisc PDS-228CFX Description of Features and Controls The PDS-228CFX front panel was designed to offer easy and convenient access to the most important controls. Buttons on the front panel, such as PLAY, RECORD and VOLUME, are readily appar- ent. The advanced functions are accessed by pressing the MODE button. A new screen is displayed for each function.

  • Page 19: Section Ii Quick-Start Guide To Playing Music (From Diskette, Cd, Or Mx)

    PianoDisc PDS-228CFX Section II Quick-Start Guide...
  • Page 20 CD player). Step 1: Press the Power Button Find the POWER button on the front face of the PDS-228CFX. When you press it, your player system will turn on. The LED indicator (green light) beside the POWER button will glow, to confirm that the power is “On.”...
  • Page 21 Press [PLAY] on the front panel to begin playback of your favorite music. * Some users will not see this option displayed because they have not purchased the MX (Music eXpansion) card. Contact your dealer or PianoDisc for an upgrade to your existing system.
  • Page 22 PianoDisc PDS-228CFX...

  • Page 23: Section Iii Floppy Disk Mode

    PianoDisc PDS-228CFX Section III Floppy Disk Mode...

  • Page 24: Floppy Disk Mode Information

    PianoDisc PDS-228CFX PDS–228CFX “Floppy Disk Mode” All PDS-228CFX units are equipped with an internal floppy drive. The PDS-228CFX is able to read many music formats, including PianoDisc’s extensive music library. If you have a computer, you can even create your own music disks and play them in your PianoDisc system.

  • Page 25: The Mode Pages

    (Caution! Will erase all songs on diskette.) *The third mode page (shown immediately above) is available only when a PianoDisc floppy disk is in the drive. It is not available during playback or when a non -PianoDisc floppy disk is installed.

  • Page 26: Tour Of The Menus

    PianoDisc PDS-228CFX Tour of the Menus Mode Page #1 1: PLAY 1: TEMPO TEMPO The TEMPO function may be used to adjust the playback speed of a song. The bar dis- play indicates the relative tempo of the song, with the middle position being the original tempo of the song.

  • Page 27: Balance

    [1] button) raises the volume of the symphony portion of the music relative to the piano ( i.e. , by decreasing the piano volume, the PDS-228CFX effectively makes the symphony louder than the piano). Moving the bar display toward P (pressing the [4] button) raises the volume of the piano relative to the symphony ( i.e.

  • Page 28: Piano Mute

    SymphonyPro option, the accompanying orchestral music is unaffected by the SPLIT command. Note: This function is accessible only from the front panel of the PDS-228CFX. It is not accessible through the PDS-228CFX IR remote control. Press to “mask” a section...
  • Page 29 If you have the PianoDisc Record option on your piano, you may simply press the key above/below which you would like playback to be disabled. (This is not available during playback.) The display will immediately change, indicating the note that you...

  • Page 30: Accompaniment

    PANIMENT mode sounds, we recommend our SymphonyPro Option. (Or, you could use an external tone generator; see page 21, “Using an External Tone Generator.”) Finally, a set of amplified speakers must be attached to the PDS-228CFX, or to the external tone generator.
  • Page 31 To use an external tone generator with the PDS-228CFX you must have a tone genera- tor with its own power supply and a MIDI cable. Plug the MIDI cable into the SYNTH OUT port on the back panel of the PDS-228CFX control unit and into the MIDI IN port...

  • Page 32: Education

    PianoDisc PDS-228CFX of the external tone generator. The audio outputs from the tone generator are now pro- viding the “accompanying” sounds, so they must be hooked to an amplification system, such as a home stereo or a pair of amplified speakers.

  • Page 33: Disk Repeat

    PianoDisc PDS-228CFX 3: REPT 1: DISK DISK REPEAT The DISK REPEAT function allows for the repeating of the entire diskette. After you press the [1] button (DISK), the display will give the option of turning the DISK REPEAT function ON or OFF (press [1] or [2]). Pressing the [4] button is optional: once the selec- tion (ON or OFF) is made, it will be saved and the screen returned to the song title dis- play.

  • Page 34: Shuffle

    4: GLOBL GLOBAL REPEAT GLOBAL REPEAT offers the potential of uninterrupted playback circulating through all input sources (Diskette, PianoCD, and MX ). If you’re not using a PianoDisc CD player, you must begin CD playback manually. To enable GLOBAL REPEAT:...

  • Page 35: Scope

    PianoDisc PDS-228CFX SCOPE 4: SCOPE The SCOPE function allows the user to choose the range of playback from a disk. “Norm” is the setting for most common uses (and is the default). Under this setting, playback continues through all songs on a disk, stopping when it reaches the disk’s end (unless a REPEAT function is enabled).

  • Page 36: Midi In

    PDS-228CFX is shut off. Note: The normal PDS-228CFX MIDI output mode is PIANO OUT On, SYNTH OUT On, and MIDI OUT On (regardless of whether or not the PDS-228CFX is equipped with the internal synthesizer/instrument module).

  • Page 37: Redirect

    The REDIRECT function is typically used by advanced operators of the PianoDisc sys- tem who are integrating their PianoDisc into a MIDI studio setup, or by those who want to listen to the PianoDisc Music Library diskettes on another instrument, such as an electric keyboard.

  • Page 38: Passthrough

    MIDI device. This function permits one to pass MIDI data through the PDS-228CFX MIDI IN port and play it on the PianoDisc system (Piano Ch.1, Synth Ch. 2-16). (See Appendix G , pg.73 for information on attaching cables to the PDS-228CFX.)

  • Page 39: Erase

    ERASE from the DISK sub-menu. Use the [SCAN] buttons to select the song to be erased; then press OK. The PDS-228CFX will then ask for confirmation of the song to be erased. Choosing YES will permanently erase the song from the diskette, while pressing NO will exit from the ERASE function.*...

  • Page 40: Name

    PianoDisc PDS-228CFX NAME 2: NAME The NAME function allows the user to name any song, up to 20 characters long. Select NAME from the third Mode Page, choose the song to be named by pressing the [SCAN <<] and [SCAN >>] buttons, and then press OK. The naming screen will then be displayed.

  • Page 41: Free

    4: FORMAT FORMAT The FORMAT function initializes a 3.5 inch high-density or low-density diskette into PianoDisc format so that it may be used for recording and playback on the PDS- 228CFX. CAUTION Formatting a floppy diskette completely erases any information on the diskette.

  • Page 42: Front Panel Functions

    PianoDisc PDS-228CFX Front Panel Functions PRODUCER The PRODUCER TRACK function permits one to customize diskettes by specifying which songs are to be played and in what order. Up to 99 songs may be chosen and a song may be repeated as often as desired. Once a PRODUCER TRACK is pro- grammed and saved, it will remain on the diskette.

  • Page 43: Record

    Recording From an External MIDI Device To record from an external keyboard, computer, or any MIDI-equipped device, connect the MIDI cables as shown below. The PDS-228CFX will record MIDI data received at the MIDI IN port on all 16 MIDI channels.
  • Page 44 Insert a diskette into the PDS-228CFX. (The diskette must first be write-enabled.) It is not recommended that a pre-recorded diskette, such as one from the PianoDisc Music Library, be used for recording. It is better to record with a new diskette, formatted on the PianoDisc system. (See “FORMAT” sub-section for a description of the formatting process.)
  • Page 45 To prepare for recording, press [RECORD]. The display will appear as shown below, and the red light adjacent to the [RECORD] button will begin flashing, indi- cating that the PDS-228CFX is set to begin recording MIDI data onto the diskette (or an MX library, with MX option) at the next command.
  • Page 46 PianoDisc PDS-228CFX...

  • Page 47: Section Iv Cd Mode

    PianoDisc PDS-228CFX Section IV CD Mode...

  • Page 48: Cd Mode Information

    The best way to play PianoDisc CDs is through an internal or external PianoCD player. You can also connect a standard CD player to your PDS-228CFX but some of the func- tionality of CD Mode is not available. The following is a summary of the features gained by using an internal or external PianoCD player: •...

  • Page 49: The Mode Pages

    The Mode Pages Push the MODE button to display more functions than are immediately available on the PDS-228CFX front panel. The first page of functions (viewed by pressing MODE) con- tains SYNC, BALANCE, REPEAT and TRANSPOSE. The second page (viewed by pressing MODE again) contains MUTE, PIANO MUTE, SOURCE, and DEFAULT.

  • Page 50: Sync

    [1] button) raises the volume of the symphony portion of the music relative to the piano ( i.e. , by decreasing the piano volume, the PDS-228CFX effectively makes the symphony louder than the piano). Moving the bar display toward P (pressing the [4] button) raises the volume of the piano relative to the symphony ( i.e.

  • Page 51: Shuffle

    3: REPT 2.GLOBL GLOBAL REPEAT GLOBAL REPEAT offers the potential of uninterrupted playback circulating through all input sources (Diskette, PianoCD, and MX). If you’re not using a PianoDisc CD player, you must begin CD playback manually. Press to disable GLOBAL REPEAT...

  • Page 52: Transpose

    TRANSPOSE 4: TRNS The TRANSPOSE function enables the user to change the key of a PianoDisc CD per- formance. You can change the pitch in half-step increments...up to two octaves in each direction (“up” and “down”), for a range of 4 octaves. Go to the TRANSPOSE screen, then use [1] and [4] to move the key “up”...

  • Page 53: Mute

    1: MUTE MUTE The MUTE function silences all output of the PianoDisc system, both piano and accom- panying music. After selecting MUTE, choose ON or OFF [1] or [2], then OK [4]. The display will show “Mute” when MUTE is ON.

  • Page 54: Default

    PianoDisc PDS-228CFX 4: DFLT DEFAULT The DEFAULT function will reset ALL CD mode parameters to their factory settings. Press NO [3] to keep current settings. Press YES [4] to restore to factory settings Mode Page #3 Note: The Menu items listed below are specific to CD Mode.

  • Page 55: Bypass

    The DEFEAT function disables the normal operation of the CD mode. DEFEAT OFF allows the PDS-228CFX to process the loudness and duration of the notes to insure the best possible performance on the piano. Turning DEFEAT ON disables this adjustment, and should not be done for normal usage.
  • Page 56 PianoDisc PDS-228CFX...

  • Page 57: Section V Mx Mode

    PianoDisc PDS-228CFX Section V MX Mode...

  • Page 58: Mx Mode Information

    PianoDisc PDS–228 CFX PDS-228CFX “ MX Mode” If your PDS-228CFX is equipped with the MX option, your PianoDisc system can pro- vide hours-upon-hours of uninterrupted music. The MX Option has no moving parts, and uses flash technology to store music inside the PDS-228CFX. While MX comes with pre-installed music, you can also add your own songs.

  • Page 59: The Mode Pages

    The Mode Pages Push the MODE button to display more functions than are immediately available on the PDS-228CFX front panel. There are three pages. The first page of functions contains PLAY, KEYBOARD, REPEAT and SCOPE. The second page (press MODE again) con- tains SYNC, MIDI, SOURCE, and DEFAULT.

  • Page 60: Enhancements To Mode

    PianoDisc PDS-228CFX Enhancements to Mode Page 1 When the PDS-228CFX is in MX MODE, the first two mode pages, their sub-menus, and functions are nearly identical to those in FLOPPY DISK mode. For an explanation of these, see entire “FLOPPY DISK Mode” section, page 13.

  • Page 61: Shuffle

    PianoDisc PDS-228CFX SHUFFLE 3: REPT 3: SHFL This option gains flexibility from the other custom playback features highlighted in this section. For instance, when SCOPE is set to NORM (current library), SHUFFLE will randomly play only the songs within the current library. However, if SCOPE is set to ALL, SHUFFLE will randomly play songs while advancing through all libraries.

  • Page 62: Library

    PianoDisc PDS-228CFX Mode Page #3 All the functions accessed through the third mode page are unique to the MX . Immediately below we will show you how to access and use them in basic ways. Then, we will show you how to combine them with those from the two general mode pages, to utilize the full capabilities of your Music eXpansion option.

  • Page 63: Copy

    PianoDisc PDS-228CFX 3: FILE 1: COPY COPY First, go to FILE:COPY. To COPY one song at a time from a diskette, choose SONG [2]. Use the familiar [SCAN] buttons to select the library you wish to COPY to, then select “OK”...

  • Page 64: Mask

    PianoDisc PDS-228CFX You can empty an entire library. Select the library whose contents you wish to delete. Next, choose FILE:ERASE:LBRY. Warning: Be sure you are ready to permanently delete all contents of the Active Library before you answer YES [4]. Press NO [3] or, Press [STOP]! to avoid accidently pressing button [4].

  • Page 65: Producer

    FLOPPY DISK mode for step-by-step instructions. The MX PRODUCER function differs from that of FLOPPY DISK Mode by... 1. Allowing you to program non-PianoDisc songs in your PRODUCER Track. 2. Enabling you to create an independent PRODUCER Track for each library.
  • Page 66 PianoDisc PDS-228CFX...

  • Page 67: Section Vi Remote Control

    PianoDisc PDS-228CFX Section VI Remote Control...

  • Page 68: Remote Control Description

    PianoDisc PDS-228CFX Remote Control...
  • Page 69 PianoDisc PDS-228CFX REPEAT: Accesses various repeat features. SHUFFLE: Plays back songs in random order. To turn the SHUFFLE mode off, simply press the button again. RESET: The RESET button returns an individual parameter (VOLUME, BAL- ANCE, TEMPO, SYNCHRONIZE or TRANSPOSE) to its default value. First select the function to change, then press the RESET button.
  • Page 70 PianoDisc PDS-228CFX 21. SELECT: Used in conjunction with the numeric keypad to select numeric entries. This includes directly selecting songs or selecting sounds in Accompaniment mode. 22. SHIFT: Used in combination with other buttons to select various functions. 23. NUMERIC KEYPAD: Used to select song numbers.

  • Page 71: Direct Song Access

    PianoDisc PDS-228CFX Direct Song Access When a song title is showing on the PDS-228CFX front panel display, you may go directly to the song of your choice by pressing the number of the song and then press- ing the SELECT button. For example, if you would like to listen to song number 12, press button [1], then button [2], and then press SELECT.
  • Page 72 PianoDisc PDS-228CFX...

  • Page 73: Section Vii Appendices

    PianoDisc PDS-228CFX Section VII Appendices...

  • Page 74: Accompaniment Mode Instrument List

    Appendix A Accompaniment Mode Instrument List Listed below are all the sounds available for use in the ACCOMPANIMENT mode on the PDS-228CFX. You may select any one of these sounds to “accompany” your piano perfor- mance. Acoustic Grand Piano Contrabass...

  • Page 75: System Exclusive Messages (Sysex)

    Appendix B System Exclusive Messages When using the PDS-228CFX to record music from an external MIDI device, it is possi- ble to include system exclusive messages in the MIDI data that will specifically address the PDS-228CFX. Two such system exclusive messages are the song-naming mes- sage and the transpose-masking message.
  • Page 76 Music Library diskettes or to record piano performances on a PianoDisc with the Record option, you may skip the “Transpose-Masking” sub-section. The TRANSPOSE function of the PDS-228CFX is a useful function, but can cause prob- lems with drum tracks (or any unpitched instruments, percussion, or special effects) where MIDI notes should stay constant even if the song is played in a different key.
  • Page 77 PianoDisc PDS-228CFX The 16 channel bytes correspond to MIDI channels 1 through 16 (the first byte refers to MIDI channel 1, the second to channel 2, etc.) If the channel is to be masked, the byte should be “01,” while unmasked channel bytes should be “00.” For example, to record a...

  • Page 78: Music Software Formats

    PianoDisc System. However, we CANNOT GUARANTEE that software diskettes produced by other manufac- turers will play back satisfactorily on the PianoDisc system. In many cases, the music on these other diskettes was not produced with the intent of being played on a reproducing piano system as sophisticated as the PianoDisc, and the results can be disappointing.

  • Page 79: Using Educational Software

    Appendix D Using Educational Software The PDS-228CFX offers the user the opportunity to learn how to play the piano. With such software as the Yamaha Alfred’s Educational Series (for the Disklavier) or GM Educational software (like Turbo Music’s “You’re the Star”), you can even customize the lesson and piano playback.
  • Page 80 PianoDisc PDS-228CFX Once the channels are set correctly, then you can get started. If you are accessing educational files in Disk Mode* : Follow the same directions given on page 69, “Using Yamaha Educational Software.” * If you are accessing educational files in MX : First, go to the library where the file has been saved.

  • Page 81: Cpu Interface

    PianoDisc PDS-228CFX Appendix E PianoDisc CPU Interface The picture below is of the PianoDisc CPU Interface. This interface integrates the PianoDisc SilentDrive player system. 1. INDICATOR LIGHTS: - Indicates power is on. POWER - Flashes when MIDI data is being received.

  • Page 82: Connecting The Pds-228Cfx To A Stereo Or Home Entertainment System

    Hooking up the PDS-228CFX to a speaker system requires two audio cables. Shielded cables are preferred and should have RCA-type connectors. RCA cables are available at most electronic stores. The PDS-228CFX rear panel includes a set of RCA stereo output jacks for use with powered speakers or a stereo amplifier system.

  • Page 83: Connecting The Pds-228Cfx To A Computer

    Make sure all power is turned off before connecting any electrical cables. To connect the PDS-228CFX to a computer, extra hardware and additional knowledge on the part of the user is required. The PDS-228CFX may be used with commercial sequencers, music software and devices which communicate through MIDI.

  • Page 84: Software Upgrade Information

    Appendix H Software Upgrade Information The PDS-228CFX is equipped with memory technology that allows changes in the sys- tem software to be made by inserting a software update diskette and following the update procedure. This eliminates the need for inconvenient handling of the unit to upgrade the internal programs, and assures the user of state-of-the-art performance for years to come.

  • Page 85: Troubleshooting

    Panel.”) Some notes do Keys move but no sound is Piano may need to be cali- not play properly generated. brated by a PianoDisc tech- on piano. nician. Piano part is too BALANCE needs adjusting. Adjust the BALANCE set- loud or too soft ting.
  • Page 86 PianoDisc PDS-228CFX Problem Possible Causes Remedies No change in The BALANCE setting is too Bring the BALANCE back loudness (sym- far toward symphony (S) or toward 50%. phony or piano) piano (P). when VOLUME is adjusted. Song is in the...

  • Page 87: Midi Implementation Chart

    PianoDisc PDS-228CFX Appendix J Mode 1: Omni On, Poly Mode 2: Omni On, Mono O: Yes Mode 3: Omni Off, Poly Mode 4: Omni Off, Mono X: No...

  • Page 88: Mx Song List (Alphabetical Within Library)

    PianoDisc PDS-228CFX Appendix K MX Song List (Alphabetical within Library) Song Title Category Song # Classical Adagio (Sonata K 576) ..........54 Aeolian Harp Etude .
  • Page 89 PianoDisc PDS-228CFX Movement De Minuet (Sonatine) ......... .8 New World 2nd Mvmt.
  • Page 90 PianoDisc PDS-228CFX My Funny Valentine ...........14 Night In Tunisia .
  • Page 91 PianoDisc PDS-228CFX Come Sail Away ............16 Daniel .
  • Page 92 PianoDisc PDS-228CFX He Leadeth Me ............11 Hiding In Thee .
  • Page 93 PianoDisc PDS-228CFX Last Date ............1 Love Me Tender .
  • Page 94 PianoDisc PDS-228CFX It Ain’t Necessarily So ..........19 It’s De-Lovely .
  • Page 95 PianoDisc Boogie ........
  • Page 96 PianoDisc PDS-228CFX Scott Joplin’s New Rag ..........49 Something Doing .
  • Page 97 PianoDisc PDS-228CFX My Dad Can’t Be Crazy...Can He? ........14 My Wild Irish Rose .
  • Page 98 PianoDisc PDS-228CFX Joy To The World ........... . .41 Lo, How A Rose E’er Blooming .

  • Page 99: Specifications For Pds-228Cfx Units

    <0.5% CD INPUT WARNING: PianoDisc cannot guarantee proper operation with all commercially avail- able external CD players. When choosing an external CD player, avoid units with auto- matic effects processing. In order for piano data to be properly processed, the audio signal must be clean, unmodified, and must conform to the audio specifications listed above.

  • Page 100: Quiet Time/Silent Function

    PianoDisc PDS-228CFX APPENDIX M Quiet Time/Silent Function This addendum is for the PDS-228 player system equipped with a quiet time mute rail. The purpose of the mute rail is to keep the hammers from touching the strings but yet maintain the touch of the piano. At the same time, the sensor strip under the keys sends information to the control box sound card then to the headphones or speakers.

  • Page 101: N.index

    Passthrough, 28 DSHD, 14 Pause, 3 Education, 22 Piano Mute, 18, 39, 43, 59 Erase, 15, 29, 53 PianoDisc Floppy Disk, 14 Exiting Accompaniment Mode, 21 Play, 3, 11, 15, 49, 59 External Tone Generator, 21 Playback Status, 3 FD, 60...
  • Page 102 PianoDisc PDS-228CFX Power Supply (To), 71 System Info, 10 Power, 2, 58, 71 Tempo, 16, 59 Producer, 2, 32, 55, 58 To Piano, 5 Product Description, 89 Transpose Masking, 66 Quick Start, 10 Transpose, 16, 39, 42, 59 Rear Panel, 5...

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