KETRON AUDYA 4 User manual

AUDYA 4 and AUDYA 5 NEW PANEL

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Multi-Tabs are made of a group of 16 buttons on the left side of the keyboard with which you can activate and
control many of the functions provided by the instrument.
In the various operating modes you can control the mute percussion sections, direct access to 16 shares of
General Midi, control the playlist, change the pitch of the tempered scale.
Moreover, the functions can be assigned directly to these keys by the user, who can customize the tool to suit his
needs and his own way of playing.
By default these buons are set as printed on the panel as follows:
Audio reset: Resynchronization of style between MIDI and Audio.1.
Wave filter: It assigns the user filter wave to the slider.2.
Micro rev.: It assigns the reverb into the micro slider user.3.
Wha to pedal4.
Bass to root5.
Unplugg.6.
Lead7.
Lyric8.
Juke-box9.
Zoom10.
Autocrash11.
After fill12.
Fill to arr.13.
Auto fill14.
Reintro15.
Fill to end16.
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MULTI-TABS MENU
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By pressing the MODE button, the menu management
Multi-Tabs will open. By pressing the F1 .. F6 function keys
you can activate various modes of operation which will be
described in detail in the following section.
F1) DRUM ON/OFF: (Figure 1) DRUM ON/OFF mode
enables or quickly mute the percussive instrument
sections. The correspondence between the multi-tabs
and percussion group is as follows:
Tab1 Kick
Tab2 Snare (Snare, Rim Shot)
Tab3 Hi Hat
Tab4 Cymbals (Crash, Ride, Cup)
Tab5 Toms/FX
Tab6 Tamb
Tab7 Latin 1 (Congas , Bongos, Tambora)
Tab8 Latin 2 (Cowbell, Guiro, Claves)
Tab9 Latin3/ (Maracas, Cabaza, Shaker, Guira, Whistle)
Tab10 CLAP
When the LED is lit, the section is muted.•The multi-tab #14 and #15 enable the solo function
of the percussion group of the kicks and the hi-hats.
Multi-Table #16 has the RESET function, that is, un-
mute all the percussive sections currently in this state
and restores the normal operation of the percussion
part.
F2) GM PAGE: (Figure 2) This mode allows to access
to 16 parts of General Midi by only pressing the
corresponding multi-tab. If you use a midi file, this
mode is useful to fast access to all parameters of the
various tracks of the midi file.
For example you can change the program change of
the bass and the drums inside a midi file, by pressing
the multi-tab of the track and modify the parameters as
explained in Song Play Chapter.
F3) ARAB. SCALE: (Figure 3) By pressing multi-tab 1 to
12 you can set the alterations on the 12 notes of the
musical scale. When the LED is lit, the note of the
multi-tab is altered, when the LED is off, the note has
no alterations.
You can quickly restore the ordinary scale by pressing
the multi-tab 16 (RESET).
The amount of hundredths of a semitone about the
alteration for each individual note can be set from the
ARABIC SCALE menu on the MENU -> Keyboard
control -> Arabic page.
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3

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Figure 4
F5) PLAYLIST: This mode allows you to drive the
first 16 tracks of any loaded playlist. The first
press on the button starts the corresponding track
playback, and re-selecting the same button, while
the LED is lit, the track playback is stopped.
F6) FACTORY TABS: It sets the multi-tabs factory
default.
F4) ASSIGN.TABS: (Figure 4) This mode allows to
assign functions called by each of the 16 multi-
tabs.
You can therefore customize the multi-tabs
configuration and assign the desired function to
them.
In order to make the assignment, simply select
the desired multi-tabs by pressing DATA CURSOR
(Up and Down) and scroll through the available
functions by pressing DATA CURSOR (Left and
Right) or using the dial.
The following table shows the available functions.
Audio Reset
Micro Rev.
Autocrash Fill/Break
Sustain
Soft
Sostenuto
Arr. A
Arr. B
Arr. C
Arr D
Int./End 1
Int./End 2
Int./End 3
Fill 1
Fill 2
Fill 3
Fill 4
Fill In
Break 1
Break 2
Break 3
Break 4
Break
Start Stop
FillToArr.
Key Start
Key Stop
Hold
Tempo+
Tempo-
Transp-
Transp+
Voice To Arr.
ReIntro
Auto Fill
After Fill
Inter.Gtr.
Manual Bass
Bas Mono/Poly
Swing Bass
BassToRoot
Bassist
Bass Sust.
BasToLowest
Lower Mute
Low.Off Stop
Lower1 Hold
Lower2 Hold
Pianist
PianistSustain
Accordion
Swell
Left Drum
Fade Out
Manual Drum
Crash
Play Kick1
Play Kick2
Only Kick
Drum&Bass
Kick Off
Snare Off
HiHat Off
Cymbal Off
Tom/Fx Off
Rimshot Off
Latin1 Off
Latin2 Off
Latin3 Off
ClapFx Off
minor
7th
m7th
5+
dim
6th
7th+
Lead Mute
Lyric On/Off
Midi Reset
Zoom
A.play On/Off
Loop On/Off
Text Page-
Text Page+
Cross Fade
Wha-Wha
Reverb
Chorus
Echo/Delay
Dist./Overdr.
Voicetron
Micro On/Off
Micro Talk
DryOnStop
Voc. On/Off
Voice Down
Voice Up
Regis Down
Regis Up
2nd Voice
Harmony
Double
Rotor On/Off
Rotor Slow/Fast
Arabic_1
Arabic_2
Arabic_3
Arabic_4
Arabic_5
Arabic_6
Arabic_7
Arabic_8
Arabic_9
Arabic_10
Arabic_11
Arabic_12
Arabic_13
Arabic_14
Arabic_15
Arabic_16
Right Boost
Exit
Style Stop
Pause/Count In/Res.
Program/Preset
Aftertouch
Portamento
EndOnStop
FillToEnd
Left Voice
Unplugged
Glide
Jukebox
Wave Filter.

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KETRON s.r.l.
Via Giuseppe Taliercio n. 7
60131 Ancona (Italy)
Tel. [phone]
Tel. [phone]
www.ketron.it
email: [email protected]
Printed in Italy

USER MANUAL
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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within equilateral triangle, is intended
to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
This appliance has a serial number
located on the rear panel. Please record
the model name and the serial number
and retain them for your records.
Model name
Serial number
CE Marking Information
a) Applicable electromagnetic environment: E4
b) Peak inrush current: 15 A
1 Read these instructions.
2 Keep these instructions.
3 Heed all warnings.
4 Follow all instructions.
5 Do not use this apparatus near water.
6 Clean only with dry cloth.
7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance by using the manufacturer’s instructions.
8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult
an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience recepta-
cles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12 Use only by using the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold by using
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury
from tip-over.
13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate nor-
mally, or has been dropped.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes.
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Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as
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vases, on the apparatus.
Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such as
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a book case or similar unit.
The apparatus should be located close enough to the AC
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outlet so that you can easily grasp the power cord plug
at any time.
The main plug is used as the disconnect device; the
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disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
An apparatus with Class I construction shall be connect-
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ed to an AC outlet with a protective grounding connec-
tion.
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and head-
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phones can cause hearing loss.
The apparatus draws nominal non-operating power from
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the AC outlet with its STANDBY/ON in the Standby posi-
tion.
No live flame, like candles lights, must be placed on this
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apparatus.
For European Users
Disposal of old appliance
1 When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to
a product it means the product is covered by the European
Directive 2002/96/EC.
2 All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of
separately from the municipal waste stream via designated
collection facilities appointed by the government or the local
authorities.
3 The correct disposal of your old appliance will help prevent
potential negative consequences for the environment and
human health.
4 For more detailed information about disposal of your old
appliance, please contact your city office, waste disposal
service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Press the REGISTRATION and PLAY LIST buttons1.
simultaneously.
By using the buttons from F1 to F10 (to the right2.
and to left of the display) select one of the 10
demo songs displayed on the current page.
By using the DATA/VALUE wheel you can scroll3.
various pages of demo songs.
Use the START/STOP button for start or stop the4.
playback of the current song.
Press either the REGISTRATION or the PLAY LIST5.
buttons to exit the DEMO mode.
Playing the DEMO songs
F F
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Table of contents
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Introduction
Introduction.............................................. 5
Main features............................................... 5
Top panel...................................................... 6
Rear panel .................................................... 7
USB connectors on the front side ............... 7
AUDIO connections...................................... 8
Connections.............................................. 8
MIDI connection........................................... 9
VIDEO connection...................................... 10
USB connection .......................................... 10
Display and function keys..................... 12
Display ........................................................ 12
F1, F2, F3, F9 and F10 function buttons.... 12
User buttons............................................... 13
Arranger Conductor buttons .................... 13
Selecting voices...................................... 14
Selecting voices .......................................... 14
Selecting the Style ................................. 17
Selecting styles ........................................... 17
Play Control ............................................ 18
Play Control................................................ 18
Mixer....................................................... 20
Mixer........................................................... 20
Player ...................................................... 21
Player .......................................................... 21
Voicetron ................................................ 25
Voicetron .................................................... 25
Master..................................................... 27
Master......................................................... 27
Main View .................................................. 28
Main View .............................................. 28
Autoswitch Time ........................................ 29
Main View description............................... 30
MIDI Player (MAIN VIEW) .......................... 32
WAVE Player (MAIN VIEW)........................ 33
MP3/SFX Player (MAIN VIEW).................... 34
DJ LOOP Player (MAIN VIEW).................... 35
Program...................................................... 36
Program .................................................. 36
Registration................................................ 46
Play List....................................................... 50
Key Tunes.................................................... 51
Double, Harmony....................................... 52
Style View................................................... 53
Audio Style Modeling................................ 55
The Audio Style Modeling sections .......... 56
Style Mode ................................................. 59
GM Part ...................................................... 65
Drum Mixer ................................................ 68
Drum Set..................................................... 71
Drawbars .................................................... 73
RAM Ins / Supersolo ................................... 74
Voice List..................................................... 75
Menu .......................................................... 76
Menu....................................................... 76
MIDI Remix ............................................... 102
Voicetron .................................................. 104
Search (Main View).................................. 112
User Assignable.................................... 113
User Styles ................................................ 114
User Styles............................................ 114
MSP Function........................................ 115
MSP ........................................................... 115
Text Scrolling ........................................ 115
Disk ........................................................... 118
Disk ....................................................... 118
USB drive .................................................. 119
Search ....................................................... 119
Drive USB, Search................................. 119
Technical tables .................................... 119
GM Voices................................................. 120
Drum Set................................................... 122
Audio Drum.............................................. 123
Groove Bank (Drum 2)............................. 125
Bass Bank.................................................. 127
Arp & Licks................................................ 128
Live Guitar ................................................ 129
AUDYA FACTORY STYLES ........................ 130
Drum Set................................................... 133
MIDI Implementation........................... 150
Control Change........................................ 151
Non Registered Parameter Numbers ...... 152
Specifications ....................................... 159
Technical data .......................................... 159
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