Gulbransen Digital Hymnal DH-200 User manual
Gulbransen Digital Hymnal
OWNER’S MANUAL
Item # DH-200
Manual # OMDH200
Manual Revision 16.0
Software Version 1.60
Boot Loader 1.12
QRS Music Technologies, Inc.
©2007
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction to the Gulbransen DH-200 Digital Hymnal 3
1 Digital Hymnal Quick-Start Tutorial 4
2 Safety Precautions - How to take good care of your hymnal. 5
3 Control Locations; Front Panel
Remote Control and Hymnal Top Panel 6
4 Hymnal Setup 7
Connecting the Power; Three-Position Stand; Battery Replacement
5 Playing the Hymnal - Basic Operations; Power ON 8
Play the hymnal’s demonstration series of hymns 9
Selecting a hymnbook
Select, Play and Pause a Hymn 10Adjust the Transposition, Tempo and Volume
Continuous Play Function
6 Advanced Functions - Solo Parts; Metronome; Balance Parts 11
Changing the way a hymn is performed.
Chose the Number of Verses; Select Amen and Introduction
Change the Tempo; Inserting Beats and Change the Performance Style 12
Change Instrumentation; Solo a Part and Change the Sounds and Volumes 13
Playlist Builder [Replaces Memory Play Setup in previous versions]
Stores 180 hymns: 12 hymns in each of 15 playlists. 14-16
7 Control Descriptions 17
Front Panel Controls and Shift-Key Functions 18-19
Remote Control 20-21
8 Performance Styles - Combinations of Sounds and Arrangements 22
Changing the default style and orchestration. 23
Using the Performance Style Presets
Table: Sound Combination Preset Codes & Arrangement Preset Codes 24
Table: Multi-Verse and Drums Preset Codes 25
General MIDI Sound List 26
9 Options Menu 27
CompactFlash Card NAV - Play music from a CompactFlash card.
Internal Hymn NAV - Play Hymns from the internal memory.
Playlist Builder 28
Play Parameters 29
Utilities
NAV Function Menu
10 Update the Digital Hymnal 30
11 Miscellaneous Items and Accessories 31
12 Connecting External Devices - Amplifiers and Headphones 32
13 Specifications 33
14 Troubleshooting - Common questions and answers 34-37
Index 38
Introduction to the Gulbransen DH-200 Digital Hymnal
With thousands of hymns and choruses stored in its memory, the Gulbransen DH-200 Digital Hymnal is the
most comprehensive self-contained electronic accompanist on the market. Its main features are:
Versatility
The perfect solution for all your music accompaniment needs. Plays customized
orchestrations for thousands of traditional hymns, choruses, contemporary praise and
worship music, gospel favorites, wedding music, patriotic and military selections as well
as songs for graduation and memorial services.
Portability
The Gulbransen Digital Hymnal is completely self contained and lightweight at only 3
pounds with full remote capabilities making it perfect for off-site events, outdoor
meetings or any gathering where inspirational music is desired. Operates from the
internal rechargeable metal hydride battery or from the wall power adapter. Transport the
DH200 in the optional carrying case.
Integrity
Everything needed is integral to the Hymnal.
The music, sound, and speakers are self-contained.
Flexibility Use with microphone, headphones, and external sound systems.
Plays Standard MIDI files/SMF, MP3 and WAV files from a CompactFlash card.
Upgradeable New features added from a CompactFlash card.
Convenience The Hymnal comes with a remote control.
Dependability The solid-state chassis is housed in a rugged plastic case.
Fidelity CD-quality audio / stereo sounds.
The Hymnal is set to play from its master list of Hymns as it comes from the factory, but a new Hymnal owner
may choose one of the many available hymnbooks by entering the proper code. A hymn can then be chosen
from that book by entering the appropriate hymn number. The key, tempo, and number of verses will be taken
from the hymnbook. At this point, the hymn can be played using the factory default volume, sound, and style
settings. Any of these parameters can be changed before or during playback. Of course, playback can also be
paused or stopped at any time. Tap-A-Tempo synchronizes the playback tempo with the beat "tapped" into the
front panel. To have the Hymnal lead into a hymn with an appropriate short introduction, use the INTRO
command. Likewise, an Amen may be appended to any hymn with the AMEN function.
The DH-200 can also memorize a series of hymns — a feature that comes in very handy when making
advance preparations for the service music. During the service, the pre-defined series of hymns can be played
at the appropriate times. It can remember the performance preferences for selected hymns, such as the
orchestration, style, number of verses, Amen, and transposition. Individual parts (soprano, alto, tenor, and
bass) can be soloed or played in various combinations. For example, the ability to solo any of the four parts
(Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass) may come in handy during choir rehearsal when hearing one line alone would
clarify any musical confusion. The built-in metronome is another useful rehearsal tool. Hymns can be
orchestrated in many different ways using the wide variety of sounds available in the DH-200, thereby
allowing the creation of new performance ensembles.
The DH-200 can provide its own power and sound from its internal metal hydride battery and two 3-inch
speakers. When attached to its AC power adapter, the internal battery is automatically recharged. To conserve
battery power, the Hymnal also features a shut-down function that automatically turns the unit off when it is
running on battery power but not in use. If a public address system is available, the stereo audio outputs can be
connected to the PA and the internal speakers can be switched off. To mix speech or singing with music in an
uncomplicated way, a microphone input and a volume control are located on the top of the DH-200. Finally,
the full-function remote control, in conjunction with the Hymnal's back-lit LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) and
the adjustable built-in stand, makes the DH-200 easy to set up and use in almost any environment.
Easy to Use
No specialized knowledge is needed to operate the Hymnal. The musical selections are
organized and conveniently indexed both by song title and the popular hymnals they are
taken from. The DH200 remembers the page, key and number of verses so you can
simply select your favorite hymn by page number.
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Instructions on this page will give you a quick way to try out you Hymnal.
POWER ON — The Hymnal will power on automatically each time it’s plugged into a live
AC wall outlet. If it’s already connected to power just tap the POWER button. New batteries
should be charged for at least 4 hours before use. Once the internal battery is fully charged the
Hymnal will operate remotely from its on-board nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery.
DEMO — To play the Gulbransen demonstration series of hymns, push the remote control’s
DEMO button. Or, from the front panel, press and hold the © button and press STOP/INTRO.
Push the Hymn up () button on the remote control to skip to the next demo song.
PLAY — Select hymn 413 from the master hymn list by pushing , , , and PLAY.
or
INTRO — Play the hymn with an introduction by pressing INTRO instead of PLAY.
TRANSPOSE — Change the “key” of the hymn up or down in half-steps using the
TRANSPOSE buttons.
TEMPO — Change the playback tempo with the TEMPO controls. Try the Tap-A-Tempo
function by tapping the button on the front panel (not on the remote control) at the tempo
you desire. This will prompt the Hymnal to follow along at the rate you dictate. The Tap-A-
Tempo function usually needs about 3 or 4 taps to accurately estimate the tap input.
VOLUME — Turn the volume up and down with the VOLUME controls.
PAUSE — Temporarily stop the playback of a hymn by pushing PAUSE. The hymn will be
"on hold" until the PAUSE button is pushed again.
STOP — Bring the hymn to a complete stop and return to the main menu by pressing STOP.
POWER OFF — Press and hold the POWER button until the unit turns off.
Using the remote control:
VERSES — Select the number of verses. For example, set the number of verses to two by
pushing VERSES, 2, and (Enter).
SOUNDS — Change the performance sound by pushing the CHOIR/CHOIR2 button once.
This selects the first choir sound. Push it again and a different choir will sing. Try PIANO/
HARPSICHORD and other sounds from the blue-shaded area on the remote.
STYLE — Listen to a different performance style. Select Style 42 by pushing STYLE, , ,
and (Enter). This means that Sound Preset code 2 (the "2" in "42") will play the parts with
the flute, string, choir, and pipe organ sounds. Arrangement Preset code 4 (the "4" in "42") tells
the Hymnal to play the melody up an octave in MELODY,all four parts combined at pitch in
ACC. 1 and ACC. 2, and the bass line down an octave in CONTRA. Many styles are available
in the Digital Hymnal. See the section on Performance Styles.
AMEN — Add an Amen by pushing the AMEN button. An Amen will play at the end of the
last verse.
Conduct a new arrangement of an old favorite.
1 Digital Hymnal Quick-Start Tutorial
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2 Safety Precautions
Front Panel
Output: 15VDC, 1.66 Amp
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When an AC outlet is available, use the wall power adapter to power the Hymnal. If
an adapter other than a Gulbransen adapter is to be used, make sure that it will
provide the proper power and polarity. The symbol on the adapter containing this
information should look like this:
Do not connect an external audio amplifier when the volume is turned up. It is always
best to make connections to external devices with all the equipment turned off.
Extremes of temperature may cause damage. Leaving the Hymnal close to a heater or
on a car dashboard may cause it to melt. Also avoid using the unit in dusty
environments.
Do not drop the Hymnal. It will break!
Use a soft, clean cloth to wipe dirt from the main unit and the remote. Never use wet
or abrasive cleaners on the Hymnal.
Do not open the Hymnal's case and poke around. There are no user-serviceable parts
inside.
POWER On/Off
Press & Hold to Power Off
2.
NAV (Navigation) Dial (Push Enter)
3.
AMEN
4.
PLAY/PAUSE
5.
INTRO/STOP
6.
OPTIONS
7.
Numeric keypad
8.
Enter (Shift +) & (Tap-A-Tempo)
9.
Clear (Shift C)
10.
TRANSPOSE
11.
TEMPO
12.
VOLUME
13.
LCD (liquid crystal display)
14.
IR Sensor - Remote Control
15.
Internal Speakers
16.
Battery Cover
1.
* If the NAV dial does not respond correctly
try the following:
If there’s no change in the NAV operation try:
2] Press & Hold both “C” and “+” and [2]
1] Press & Hold both “C” and “+” and [1]
3 Control Locations - Front Panel
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