Robkoo R1 User manual

WIND
SYNTHESIZER
USER
MANUAL
R1
© Robkoo Information & Technologies Co., Ltd.
English
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R1
WIND
SYNTHESIZER
USER
MANUAL
For firmware version 1.0
© Robkoo Information & Technologies Co., Ltd.

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WELCOME
Robkoo helps everyone become a digital artist.
Thanks for purchasing R1 Wind Synthesizer. Before
using this unit, please read and understand this
manual. After reading, please keep it available for
immediate reference.
KEYTOSYMBOLS
Suggested actions or tips
Wrong actions or warnings
Correct actions

CONTENTS
Introduction................................................................1
Concept..........................................................................1
Package Contents ......................................................3
Panel Descriptions ...................................................4
Features ........................................................................4
Display - Performance Mode .................................10
Display - MIDI Mode .................................................12
Play ...........................................................................14
Holding R1 ...................................................................14
Basic Fingering ..........................................................15
Selecting a Patch.......................................................15
Articulations................................................................16
Basic Settings ..........................................................17
Settings Menu ............................................................17
Volume .........................................................................18
Reverb..........................................................................19
Transpose....................................................................19
Advanced Settings.................................................20

Patch Bank.................................................................20
Octave Shift ................................................................21
Magic Button ..............................................................21
[+] key ...........................................................................21
[‒] key ...........................................................................22
Pitch Bend Wheel.....................................................22
Motion Control ..........................................................22
Portamento Time......................................................23
Pitch Bend Range.....................................................23
MIDI Channel.............................................................24
Master Tuning............................................................24
Fingering Mode ........................................................24
Breath Curve .............................................................25
Breath Sensitivity......................................................25
Key Sensitivity ...........................................................26
System Settings......................................................27
Ble MIDI.......................................................................27
Light FX.......................................................................27
Auto Power Off..........................................................27
Display Sleep ............................................................28
Language ...................................................................28

Factory Reset ............................................................28
Version Info................................................................29
MIDI Mode...............................................................30
Connect R1 .................................................................30
Play in MIDI Mode .....................................................31
Connect with JamKoo APP .....................................31
Appendix .................................................................33
Important Notes ........................................................33
Maintenance..............................................................36
Firmware Update......................................................36
Troubleshooting........................................................37
Patch List ....................................................................39
Fingering Chart.........................................................40
MIDI CC Messages...................................................43
Specifications ............................................................44

INTRODUCTION
CONCEPT
R1 Wind Synthesizer is a new form of wind
instrument created by Robkoo. With its intuitive
design, audio technology, and realistic sounds, R1
makes performing music easier than ever.
Behold the musical instrument from future.
‣SOUNDOFTRUE INSTRUMENTS
With sounds sampled from top performers around
the globe, R1 saves 10 or even 20 years of practice
to achieve the vibe of a pro.
‣FOODGRADE MOUTHPIECE
Same material as baby pacifier for utmost health
protection. Removable and replaceable.
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‣TOUCH-SENSITIVEPERFORMANCEKEYS
Perform by touching the keys. Fast response,
Minimal noise, and maximum durability.
‣INDEPENDENTSEMITONEKEYS
Resemble the buttons on an acoustic instrument.
Play expressive in a realistic and graceful way.
‣PATCH SWITCH
Switch tones in a flash. Multiple functions
assignable without interfering the play.
‣TRIPLEOCTAVEKEYS
Break away from the limitation of acoustic
instruments. Travel across wide octaves in light
speed.
‣MECHANICALPITCH WHEEL
Reliable and intuitive. Pitch freely with your thumb.
It is also customizable to trigger other controls like
portamento.
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‣HIGH-ACCURACY GYROSCOPE
Trigger performance techniques by simply shaking
and waving. Pull up and down for LFO, another
articulation, and pitch bend.
‣RESPONSIVERGBLIGHTS
The cyber style RGB light patterns display over
60,000 colors. The lights will also respond to your
breath and technique, adding a visual element of
your play.
‣LEARN IN15 MINUTES
A delicate interactive course guides you through
all the basics in 15 minutes. Keep practicing for 2
weeks, you will be ready to perform.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
• R1 Wind Synthesizer
• Mouthpiece cap
• Neck strap
• Dust bag
• Type-C cable
• Owner's Manual
• Quickstart Guide
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