Casio VL-Tone VL-1 User manual

CASIO
VL-1
OPERATION MANUAL
MANUAL DE OPERACION
ELECTRONIC
MUSICAL INSTRUMENT &
CALCULATOR
INSTRUMENTO
MUSICAL ELECTRONICO Y
CALCULADORA

CONTENTS
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1. Casio VL-TONE Features ..........................3
2. Points Of Caution ...............................5
3. Power Supply ..................................6
4. Nomenclature And Function Of Each Part .............9
5. Manual Play Function ...........................13
6. Auto Rhythm Function ..........................14
7. One Key Play Function ..........................16
8. Auto Play Function .............................20
9. ADSR Function ................................23
10.Melody Demonstration ..........................26
11.Connecting With Other Equipment .................27
12.Calculator Function.............................28
13.Specications .................................31

1. Casio VL-Tone Features
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• OneKeyPlayFunction−Youcanplaybyjust
pressingonekey.
You can store notes in the memory and the notes will be indi-
vidually played back in sequence each time you press the key to
created a melody. Anyone can enjoy playing immediately even
though they may never have played before.
• AutoPlayFunction−Yourplayingwillbeplayed
automatically.
Your favorite selected melody can be stored entirely and played
back automatically. There is a repeat function that will replay the
melody four times.
• ManualPlayFunction−Youcanenjoyplaying
rightaway.
There are a total of 29 keys and nearly two and a half octaves.
Half tones are included so that you can play any tune. This func-
tion makes the instrument easy to play.
• AutoRhythmFunction−Thesharprhythmback-
groundmakesyourmusicsoundbetter.
Swing, Bossa Nova, Rock and other rhythms up to 10 different in
all are possible. Tempo and balance and be freely adjusted over
a wide range. This auto rhythm function makes your music more
emotional.

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• ADSRFunction−Youcancreateyourownsounds
andmakeamini-synthesizer.
With this function sound ave elements like, attack, decay, vibra-
to, etc., a total of 8 different data, can be applied to create sound
variations. Up to 80 million combinations are possible. You can
create your own original sounds.
• 5PresetSounds−Youcanselectanyoneofthe5
presetsoundstogowiththemelody.
Piano, fantasy, violin, ute and guitare, 5 different lovely sounds
are preset. Additionally, by using the octave shift, the music
range can be shifted to 3 different levels.
• MelodyDemonstration−Theinstrumentalsound
andrhythmwillbevariedstepbystep.
“German Folk Song” can be played automatically with rhythm
included. The instrumental sound and rhythm changes to make
very enjoyable music.
• CalculatorFunction−Youcanchangeatonce
frommelodykeystocalculatorkeys.
When you set the selector to “CAL” the keyboard keys become
calculator keys and you can calculate up to 8 digits − add, sub-
tract, multiply, divide, 4 constants, square root, percentage and
memory calculation.

2.PointsofCaution
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• This instrument is constructed with very precise electronic
parts. Usage or storage under extreme temperature condi-
tions, or strong shock must be avoided. Under very low tem-
perature conditions, the response speed may be slow or the
instrument may fail to operate. Also, under very high tem-
perature conditions, the battery life will be shortened. Do not
store or blace near heating systems, in direct sunlight, inside
a hot car or on a window ledge.
• The instrument is constructed to protect against dust and hu-
midity but is not waterproof. Do not use near splashing water
or under high humidity conditions.
• Do not attempt to take the instrument apart because the sys-
tem and functions will be damaged. Avoid throwing used
batteries into re.
* If batteries go bad take them out at once and replace them
to avoid damage to the instrument.
• To clean the instrument, use a soft, dry cloth or slightly damp
cloth with neutral detergent to wipe it off. Never use thinner,
benzine type solvents or alcohol for cleaning.
• When using as a calculator be sure to check that the key
depressed and the number indicated in the display are in
agreement.
• As a magnet is built into the speaker keep watches, credit
cards, etc. clear of the unit.

3.PowerSupply
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This instrument has a two-way power system and may be oper-
ated using battery or AC power.
• Use 4 AA size dry batteries.
• Battery life may vary depending on battery type and use conditions.
• Music use (PLAY/REC mode) − 12 hours continuous.
• Calculator use (CAL mode) − 4,000 hours continuous.
*AbovebatterylifeisbasedontypeUM-3.
• When the batteries are worn out the sounds may become
unstable or noise may be produced. In this case the batteries
should be replaced with new ones.
• To replace batteries, slide open the battery compartment
lid on the bottom of the instrument and insert new batteries
making sure that the + / - poles are properly aligned. Always
replace all 4 batteries to insure longer life.
• After replacing batteries, set the mode selector to “CAL” and
press the P button on the bottom of the instrument with a
pointed object.
• CAUTION— To prevent corrosion or damage, remove the
batteries when not using the instrument for long periods of
time.
BatteryUse

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• AC power can be used by connecting an optional AC adaptor.
• Use only the adaptor with the same voltage rating (100, 117,
220 or 240V) as your power supply to prevent component
damage.
• The battery power will be automatically disconnected when
using the AC adaptor and will reduce battery consumption for
better economy.
CAUTION — WHERE USED FROM THE MAINS THIS UNIT
MUST ONLY BE USED WITH A CASIO MAINS ADAPTOR. THIS
IS DUE TO THE RISK OF DAMAGE TO THE UNIT SHOULD
IT BE USED WITH A MAINS ADAPTOR OTHER THAN CASIO
MAINS ADAPTOR.
NOTE— When switching on the power with an AC adaptor in
use, press the P button before playing the instrument with the
mode selector at “CAL”.
If you use the adaptor for long periods of time it may heat up but
this is a normal condition. The adaptor should be disconnected
from the wall outlet when not in used.
The contents of the memory (accumulated total of memory cal-
culation), stored melody or the preset data of ADSR function will
be cleared by replacing batteries.
ACUse

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For power economy the unit provides auto-power-off (A.P.O.)
function. If the unit is left with the mode selector turned on, the
A.P.O. function automatically turns off the power in approxi-
mately 6 minutes.
Though the display disappears, the contents of the memory (ac-
cumulated total of the memory calculations or the preset data
of the ADSR and/or the stored melody) are protected. Power is
resumed either by pressing key or by turning off and on.
Auto-Power-Off(A.P.O.)

4.NomenclatureAndFunctionOfEachPart
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MARCH
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AC C √ % MC MR M- M+
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ONE KEY PLAY
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WALTZ 4-BEAT
ELECTRONIC MUSICAL INSTRUMENT VL-1
CASIO VL-TONE
SWING ROCK-1 ROCK-2 BOSSANOVA SAMBA RHUMBA BEGUINE
MIN VOLUME MAX RHYTHM BALANCE MELODY VIOLIN
FANTASY
PIANO
REC
PLAY
OCTAVE
MIDDLE
LOW HIGH
FLUTE
GUITAR
ADSR
CAL
OFF
RESET DEL TEMPO∆
∆
RHYTHM ML-C MUSIC AUTO PLAY
AC ADAPTORLINE OUT
OPEN
P
TUNING
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8
3 2 1 6
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11 12 Mode Selector
Sound Selector
Octave Shift Switch
Balance Control
Volume Control
One Key Play Keys
Function Keys
Keyboard Keys
Display
Speaker
Line Out Jack
AC Power Terminal
Battery Compartment Lid
P Button
Pitch Control
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2
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5
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Nomenclature

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IndividualFunctions
ModeSelector
Functions as Power On/Off Switch.
• OFF — Power Off
• CAL — To calculate or to preset the ADSR data.
• REC — To store notes or melody
• PLAY — To use one key play, auto play or manual play
SoundSelector
To select piano, fantasy, violin, flute or guitar sound or to use the
ADSR function
OctaveShiftSwitch
Changes the keyboard to three different musical ranges.
Balance Control
Use to blend the melody and rhythm volume. Slide left to in-
crease the rhythm volume or right to increase the melody vol-
ume. Rhythm and melody volumes will be equal when control
is in the center.
Volume Control
Controls the volume of all sounds. Volume will be increased
when the control is moved to the right.
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2
3
4
5

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One Key Play Keys
• You can play by using only one key. Each time this key is pushed
the notes stored in the memory will come out in the sequence
in which they were stored in the memory. Either of the two one
key play keys may be used to provide the same effect.
• When the mode selector is in the CAL position the left key
will be in the memory plus (M+) key and the value indicated
in the display will be stored in the memory.
Functionkeys
When the mode selector is on either PLAY or REC, the functions in-
dicated above the various keys are used. When the mode selector
is on CAL, the functions indicated below the various keys are used.
* Functions of the various keys will be explained in the follow-
ing paragraphs.
KeyboardKeys
Used to play notes or melodies when the mode selector is in the
PLAY position or store them in the memory when the mode se-
lector is in the REC position. Keyboard keys with rhythm names
above them also function as rhythm selectors when the mode
selector is in the PLAY or REC position. Also white keys are used
as calculator keys when the mode selector is in the CAL position.
Display
Displays notes and tempos. Displays entries and answers when
calculating.
Speaker
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7
8
9
10

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LineOut(output)Jack
Powerful volume can be enjoyed by connecting external audio
equipment and speakers. Direct recording can be accomplished
by connecting this terminal to a tape recorder input terminal.
(Details on page 27.)
ACPowerTerminal
Connects the AC adaptor. (Details on page 6.)
BatteryCompartmentLid
“P” Button
Press this button to operate after replacing batteries.
PitchControl
All keyboard keys can be tuned up or down by as much as a
half tone. This makes it easy to tune with other instruments in an
ensemble.
* Be sure to use a standard plastic-grip screwdriver.
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TUNING
half up half down

5. Manual Play Function
 First,let’sproduceasound.
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1. Activatingpower
* Set the mode selector to PLAY.
2. SelectingASound
* Switch sound selector to any
position except ADSR.
3. AdjustingVolume
* Adjust the volume control as
shown in the diagram.
REC
PLAY
CAL
OFF
VIOLIN
FANTASY
PIANO
FLUTE
GUITAR
ADSR
MIN VOLUME MAX
4. Well Let’s Play
* When you press a key on the
keyboard the sound you select-
ed will be produced. Play your
favorite melody.
• Enjoyyourplayingbyusingthe
sound selector to change the
soundortheoctaveshiftswitch
tochangethenoterange.
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SAMBA RHUMBA BEGUINE

This function automatically generates sharp rhythms such as
march, swing, samba and others. There are 10 different rhythms
in all to make your music more enjoyable.
• SelectingARhythm
1. SetthemodeselectortoPLAY.
2. Pressthekey.
6.AutoRhythmFunction
 Let’shavesomerhythm.
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REC
PLAY
CAL
OFF
RHYTHM
3. Pressyourfavoriterhythmkeyonthe
keyboard.
• The rhythm will begin as soon as
you press the key.
* To stop the rhythm, press the key
• AdjustingTheTempo(Speed)
• Use the tempo keys to make ad-
justments. Press the key to go
faster. Press the key to go slower.
• The tempo can be adjusted from
-9 to +9 and will be indicated on
the display.
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4-BEAT SWING ROCK-1
Tempo Indicators
FASTER SLOWER

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• AdjustingTheVolumeBalance
The balance control balances the
rhythm and melody volume.
* To control the overall volume of all
sounds, use the volume control.
NOTE— If you switch the mode selector or press the ,
or key while the rhythm is playing the rhythm will stop.
RHYTHM
LOUDER MELODY LOUDER

7. One Key Play Function
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• HowToPlayWithOneKey
1. Set the mode selector to REC.
2. Press the melody clear key
( ) to clear the previous stored
melody.
3. Press a keyboard key and
the note will be stored in the
memory.
NoteStorage: One Key Play
4. Set the mode selector to PLAY.
5. Push the key.
6. When you press either of the
_____ keys the notes will be
played in the sequence in which
you stored them. Select your
favorite tempo.
* Enjoy playing by changing
rhythms and octaves.
(5)
(3) (6)
(2) (4)
(1)

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EXAMPLE:
“WhenTheSaintsGoMarchin’In.”
(American folk song)
• Enter the following notes (by
number or by the musical score):
• If you make a mistake press the
__key to remove the mistaken
note and then press the correct
key and continue.
2
121354344553123
313543154315431

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• HowToReadTheDisplay
(When performing function #3, under Note Storage on page 16)
• The last three notes pressed will be displayed in the display
with the last note pressed on the right. This way you can
make sure which notes are being
stored. The illustration shows the
relationship between the keyboard
key and the display.
• HowToMakeCorrections
IfYouMakeAMistakeWhileStoringNotes
Press the delete key ( ) and then press the correct key on the
keyboard.
IfYouWanttoLocateAndCorrectAWrongNote
Slowly use one key play until you nd the wrong note. Press the
key and then press the correct key on the keyboard.
* When you make a correction a “beep” correction tone will
be heard.
• Up to 100 notes can be stored
in the memory. If you try to store
more than 100 notes, overow
occurs and dots appear on the
display as shown. No more entry
can be made.
NOTE LAST PRESSED

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1. RepeatPlay
After the last note is played when using One Key Play repeat
play can be accomplished from the beginning by pressing the
One Key Play Key at that time.
2. MedleyPlay
If the total of notes is within 100, a medley can be played by
storing multiple tunes and using One Key Play.
3. AdditionalMemory
If the memory still has capacity, an additional tune can be
stored in the memory without erasing the tune that is already
stored.
(HowToUse)
Use One Key Play Key in the REC mode. After the last note
is played use the keyboard keys to store the additional tune.
4. MemoryBreakIn
New notes can be inserted (break in) in between the notes
already stored in the memory to remake a brand new melody.
(HowToUse)
Use One Key Play Key in the REC mode. When you reach the
position where you want to break in, press the keyboard keys
to store notes in the memory. At this time a “beep” tone will
be heard and the notes can be stored in the memory.
MoreEnjoyableOneKeyPlay

• HowToUseAutoPlayMethod#1
1. Set the mode selector to REC.
2. Press the key.
3. Store notes in the memory by
pressing the keyboard keys
* If you make a mistake press the
__ key and then the correct key.
4. Press the key.
5. Press the key to play with
one key until you have stored the
entire melody.
6. After playing press the key.
7. Set the mode selector to PLAY.
8. When you press the key the
melody will be played back auto-
matically.
Repeat Play - The melody can be re-
peated 4 times by pressing
keys in sequence.
8. Auto Play Function (TwoDifferentMethods)
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NoteStorage:
MelodyStorage
Auto Play
(6)
(3) (5)(8)
(2) (7)
(1)(4)