Roland JV80 User manual

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MULiri TIMBRAL |\ X- C3 FH
Owner's Manual
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Roland JV-80 Multi Timbral Synthesizer. To take full advantage
of the JV-80's functions, and to enjoy long and trouble-free use, please read this owner's
manual carefully.
Copyright ©1991 by ROLAND CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced
in any form without the permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
This manual consists of the following sections describing the
respective modes of the JV-80. Though we recommend that
you take time to read through this entire manual once, those
who have ageneral knowledge about synthesizers can read
the desired sections as needed when using the instrument.
The explanations contained in the pages you refer to have
been made as comprehensive as possible. Since many
functions and operations throughout the JV-80 are quite
similar, you may find repetition of the same or similar
information in several sections.
Section 1:Setting Up and Playing the JV-80
This section covers preparation before play, ROM Play
operations, connection to external devices, and trying out
the various sounds of the JV-80.
Section 2:General Overview
This section covers the structure of the sound sources of the
JV-'SO, and Patches and Performances, which are the units
of sound.
Section 3:Play
This section covers the operations for using the JV-80 in the
Play mode (Patch Play/Performance Play) and describes
the functions of the parameters related to this mode.
Hn the Play section and the Edit section, concrete
application examples are given before explanation of the
parameters of afunction and the method for operating
and setting them. (An asterisk -k indicates the examples.)
The resulting sound applications in using the parameters
(and the effective ways of setting them) are given at the
beginning of each section of Patch/Performance in the
Play section and at the beginning of each item of
Patch/Performance in the Edit section. Following these
explanations, the basic functions of each parameter are
explained.
Panel Indications
The buttons and switches used in operation are referred to
in this manual just as their names appear on the panel,
printed above (or below) each button.
[Example]
Section 4:Edit
This section covers the operations of the modes (Patch
Edit/Performance Edit/Rhythm Edit) which are used to edit
sound program data (Patch/Performance/Rhythm Tone),
and describes the functions of parameters related to these
modes.
Section 5:Command
This section covers the operations and functions of the
Write mode, which Include the storing of edited data and
organization of the data.
Section 6:Reference
Chorus button
Tone switch
Cursor buttons
CHORUS
TONE SWITCH
S/E
The parameter names are expressed as |j[E3 °^
wiTiisgta .Since they are usually given as abbreviations,
the full names are written next to them: for example, "key
mode" and "chorus rate." Then the editable range of the
parameter is given: for example, —127 for acontinuous
one, or -100/ -50/0/50/100 for specified (step) ones.
Display
The various functions of the instrument are accessed
through the display. Please keep in mind that there may be
slight differences between the data (like in sound program
names) in factory settings and the displays shown in the
manual.
This section includes alist of error messages, asound
program data list and MIDI implementation. Also, an Index
of operations and the main index will help you in using this
manual. By using the index of operations, you can quickly
find the pages that contain information about the operations
and functions you want to know about.

CONTENTS
MAIN FEATURES OF THE JV-80 7
ilNPORTANT NOTES 8
PANEL CONTROLS AND TERMINALS 9
SECTION1 SETTING UP AND PLAYING THE JV-80
1.CONNECTING THE JV-80
TO EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT
2. TURN THE POWER ON
Adjusting the Contrast of the LCD
3. LISTENING TO THE ROM PLAY FEATURE
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13
14
15
4. PLAYING THE JV-80 17
Trying Out the Realtime Performance Functions 1
8
Switches 19
SECTI0N2 GENERAL OVERVIEW OF THE JV-80
1. MODES 22
2. TWO TYPES OF SOUND UNITS
(PATCHES AND PERFORMANCES) 23
Patches and Tones 23
Performances and Patches 24
3. SOUND SOURCE AND CONTROLLERS 25
4. ORGANIZATION OF THE SOUND SOURCE ••• 27
Internal Sound Source 27
FINE TUNE
CUTOFF
RESONANCE
The parameters called up by the |ATTACK /
RELEASE Ibuttons
2. PLAYING APERFORMANCE
What is the Performance Play mode?
Parameters Available for Realtime Control
Operation
#Selecting the Performance Play Mode
#Changing Performances
#Selecting and Adjusting the Performance
Parameters with the Assign Buttons
How to use the PART SWITCH
IExplanations of the Parameters
•Part Parameters
LEVEL
PAN
COARSE TUNE
FINE TUNE
Transmit Zone Parameters-
TX VOLUME
TXPAN
ITX TRANS I
Internal Zone Parameters
INT TRANS
3. Other Play Operations
operation
Explanations of the Parameters
EFFECT
PROGRAM CHANGE
Panic function
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44
46
47
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51
52
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56
56
57
58
59
59
59
59
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59
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62
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68
68
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69
70
71
SECTIONS PLAY
•How to use the ITONE SWITCH
Explanations of the Parameters
LEVEL
PAN
1.PLAYING PATCHES
What is the Patch Play mode?
Parameters Available for Realtime Control
operation
•Selecting the Patch Play Mode
•Changing Patches
•Selecting and Adjusting the Patch Parameters
with the Assign Buttons
COARSE TUNE
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30
31
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34
35
36
36
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4. System Common Parameters
operation
Explanetions of the Parameters •
TUNE
CONTROL
MIDI
SECTI0N4 EDIT
1. Patch Edit
What is the Patch Edit mode?
How to Edit In the Patch Edit Operations
•Using [TONE SELECT 1••
#Selecting Parameters with
the Assign Buttons •
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75
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78
80
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CONTENTS
IExplanations of the parameters
Parameters Selected by [COMMON
Parameters Selected by {EFFECT
Parameters Selected by |CONTROL |
Parameters Selected by |WAVE/LFO
Parameters Selected by |PITCH] •••
Parameters Selected by |TVF|
Parameters Selected by |TVA|
2. Performance Edit
What is the Performance Edit mode?
How to edit aPerformance
Using PART SWITCH
IExplanations of the parameters
Performance Common Parameters
Parameters Selected by )COMMON
Parameters Selected by |EFFECT
Transmit Zone Parameters
Parameters Selected by TX ZONE
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•90
•95
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105
110
115
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SECTI0N6 REFERENCE
1. Error Messages lea
2.Troubleshooting 170
3.Waveform List i74
4.lnltlallze Data 175
S.Factory Setting 180
G.BIank Chart i84
7.0peration Examples of the JV-80 i$9
Roland Exclusive Messages 197
MIDI Implementation 199
MIDI Implementation Chart 207
Multi Sound Source for Desl<top Music
and Home Studio Applications 209
Main Specifications 21 o
Index of Functions and Operations 219
Internal Zone Parameters
Parameters Selected by} INT ZONE:
130
131
Part Parameters
Parameters Selected by |PART J
134
136
3. Rhythm Edit Mode
What are rhythm sound programs?
Rhythm Tone Editing
Explanations of the parameters • •
Parameters Selected by [EFFECT
Parameters Selected by [CONTROL
Parameters Selected by |WAVE/LFO
Parameters Selected by jPITCH
Parameters Selected by |TVF|
Parameters Selected by |TVA 1
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150
SECTIONS COMMAND
Write Mode 154
operation 154
•Write 155
•Copy 157
•Initialize 160
•Card 161
•Bulk (Bulk Dump) •164
•Protect 166

MAIN FEATURES OF THE JV-80
The JV-80 is an advanced synthesizer with buiit-in sound sources that give you awide range of sound shaping features.
These allow you to use flexible filter (TVF) and amplifier (TVA) controls to process the various high-quality sound elements.
Because of the rich built-in sound sources and the comprehensive MIDI control functions which let you make changes to
the sounds and various parameters in realtime, the JV-80 is ideal for both live performance situations and desktop music
applications.
#Various Modes for Powerful
Performance Potential
The JV-80 features two operating modes: the Patch Play
mode, which enables you to use the full expressive
capabilities of the JV-80 by playing asingle sound in
realtime, and the Performance Play mode, which allows you
to play eight different Parts (internal sound sources) over
eight different MIDI channels. In the Key mode, there is a
Solo mode that lets you make special key assignments,
along with portamento for playing expressive melody lines in
legato.
#Wide Range of Sound Waveforms
Naturally, the JV-80 provides basic synthesizer waveforms,
such as the sawtooth wave, square wave and pulse wave. It
also features built-in waveforms that have various frequency
elements or short 'actual' sounds.
Since waveforms can be processed by FXM (Frequency
Cross-Modulation), the JV-80 is capable of satisfying the
most demanding sound programming applications, from
recreating realistic sounds to producing unusual,
otherworldly effects. New waveforms can also be added by
installing the optional PCM card or expansion board.
•Ease of Operation
In order to simplify play and edit operations, the JV-80 has a
large LCD display (40 characters by 2lines) with
corresponding soft keys which are used to directly select the
assigned parameters in the display.
#Convenient Performance Functions
Even during performance, the sound programs and their
parameters can be adjusted in realtime (and over MIDI) with
the use of the Parameter Sliders. This makes it easy to
adjust the sound to match the performance situation or the
character of the song.
•Multi-timbral Operation
The JV-80 features multi-timbral capacity with seven
independent synthesizer Parts and one rhythm Part. This
allows you to create the sound of an ensemble or group with
just the JV-80, controlling the sound sources over MIDI.
#Memory Card
By using an optional DATA card (M-256E), the internal
settings can be stored. Sound program data which is stored
on the DATA card can be called up for use while playing.
Built-in Digital Effects
Chorus and reverb effects are built into the JV-80. Rich
stereo effects that add spaciousness and depth to the sound
can be gained by using chorus and reverb.
#Flexible Realtime Parameter Control
Control over individual parameters can be assigned to the
sliders or footswitches/pedals. The expressive potential is
enormous, since awide range of parameters can be
selected for independent and simultaneous control.
•Convenient Panic Function
The JV-80 has apanic function that lets you quickly cut off
'stuck' notes when using the unit to control other MIDI sound
sources.
#Touch-sensitive Keyboard
The keyboard of the JV-80 features velocity and aftertouch
sensitivity. This allows you to change the tonal quality and
volume of the sound by how strongly you hit the keys or how
strongly you press down on them after hitting them.

IMPORTANT NOTES
In addition to the items listed under Safety Precautions on
page 2, please read and adhere to the following:
[Power Supply]
#When making any connections with other devices, always
turn off the power to all equipment first; this will help
prevent damage or malfunction.
•Do not use this unit on the same power circuit with any
device that will generate line noise, such as amotor or
variable lighting system.
[Placement]
[Memory Backup]
tThe unit contains abattery which maintains the contents
of memory while the main power Is off. The expected life
of this battery is 5years or more. However, to avoid the
unexpected loss of memory data, it is strongly recom-
mended that you change the battery every 5years.
Please be aware that the actual life of the battery will
depend on the physical environment (especially
temperature) in which the unit is used. When it is time to
change the battery, consult with qualified service
personnel.
This unit may interfere with radio and television reception.
Do not use this unit in the vicinity of such receivers.
[Maintenance]
•For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with asoft, dry cloth
(or one that has been slightly dampened with water). To
remove stubborn dirt, use amild neutral detergent.
Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit thoroughly with a
soft, dry cloth.
'The unit's battery functions during normal operation as
well as maintaining the contents of memory when the
main power supply is turned off. When the battery
becomes weak, there is arisk of losing the contents of
the memory. To avoid the unexpected loss of memory
data, replace the battery before it becomes weak.
'When the battery becomes weak, the following message
will appear in the display: "Internal Battery Low". Please
change the battery as soon as possible to avoid the loss
of memory data.
•Never use benzene, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any
kind, to avoid the risk of discoloration and/or deformation.
[Additional Precautions]
•Protect the unit from strong impact.
•Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.
•Asmall amount of heat will radiate from the unit, and thus
should be considered normal.
•Before using the unit in aforeign country, consult with
qualified service personnel.
Please be aware that the contents of memory may at
times be lost; when the unit is sent for repairs or when by
some chance amalfunction has occurred. Important data
should be stored on aDATA card, or written down on
paper. During repairs, due care is taken to avoid the loss
of data. However, in certain cases, (such as when
circuitry related to memory itself is out of order) we regret
that it may be impossible to restore the data.
[Expansion Board]
•When using the optional expansion board, refer to the
expansion board manual for the instructions on installation
and use of the board.

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SECTION1
SETTING UPAND
PLAYING THEJV-80

1. CONNECTING THE JV-80 TO
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT
Since neither an amplifier or speakers is built into the JV-80, you should have some kind of
amplification/speaker system in order to hear the instrument. When using aset of headphones, insert
the headphone plug into the PHONES jack on the JV-80.
When using an amp/speaker setup, be sure the volume of the amplifier is at minimum before turning
the system on. This will help prevent damage to your speaker systems.
When using the optional PJ-IM cable, the instrument can be directly connected to the jacks of astereo
set by removing the phone plug adaptors and using the RCA pin connectors.
We suggest that you use the stereo outputs of this instrument to take full advantage of the functions of
the JV-80. However, if you require amono output, use only the L(MONO) jack.
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*Either pedal switches or
expression pedals can be
connected to pedal jacks 1
and 2Hi
Pedal swfitch
(FS-1, DP-2, etc.)
Expression pedal
(EV-5. EV-10, etc.)
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L(MONO) PKCHES
Connection cable
(Optional :PJ-1 Metc.)
Pedal switch
(FS-1. DP-2, etc.)
Stereo headphones
(Roland RH-20, RH-SO. RH-120. etc.)
To the AUX, LINE IN terminals
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Stereo amp Stereo set, radio cassette player, etc.
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2. TURN THE POWER ON
After making the proper connections, turn on tiie power
according to the procedure given below.
[1 ]Before you turn on the power, check the following points:
•Are all connections made correctly?
•Are the volume controls of the aoiplifier and other equipment turned down?
•Is the volume control of the JV-80 turned down?
[2] Turn on the power switch on the rear panel of the JV-80. The following display appears.
The JV-80 has aprotection circuit that mutes the output for afew seconds after the power is turned on.
[Example of the display]
r'ERFORM tPERFORM NRME: Pai-t Ln^Mel
IQl f127 i127 1127 1127 8127 i127 1127! l:^/
J^ Upon power up, the JV-80 recalls the last selected Performance or Patch.
[3] Turn on the power of the connected devices, such as the amplifier, and adjust the
volume.
[4] Adjust the sound volume with the master volume control of the JV-80.
VOLUME
'Maximum
volume i^ Adjust the sound at the TVA level (P.36), Resonance (P.46) or
the Part level (P.59) if the sound is still distorted even after
adjusting the overall level with the master volume slider.
Minimum
volume
[5] When turning off the power, first turn off the external devices, then turn off the
JV-80.
^Be careful not to set the output level too high when connecting the JV-80 directly to an audio system.
The speakers may be damaged by an excessive volume level.
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2.TURN THE POWER ON
Adjusting the Contrast of the LCD
Occasionally, the characters in the display may be difficult to read, depending on existing lighting
conditions and the placement of the JV-80. If this is the case, adjust the contrast of the LCD according
to the steps given below.
[1]Press either \PERFORMANCE PLAY Ior \PATCH PLAY .(The indicator of the button will
light.)
[2] Press |TUNE|.(The indicator will light.)
.PERFORMANCE.
PlAY EIMT PATCH
PlAY iDfT
or
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[3] Adjust the contrast by using Parameter Slider 3.
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TUNE S: ITune 1Trans !LCD
FUNCTION III 440.0 1815
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,.•' The contrast and its
value ir> the display
changes.
[4] Press ITUNE [once you finish adjusting the contrast. (The indicator goes out.;
5^ You can also return to individual modes by pressing the mode select buttons.
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3. LISTENING TO THE ROMPLAYFEATURE
The JV-80 contains several demo songs that showcase the various sophisticated functions of the instrument, such as the muhi-timbral
capabilities and the Solo mode. The ROM Play function automatically plays these songs. We suggest that you connect astereo amplifier or
listen through aset of stereo headphones in order to get the full benefit of the JV-80's advanced capabilities.
[1] While holding down the
ROM Play mode.
button, press the button. This selects the
CHOftUS REVEflS TRANSPOSE RKlTHM
EDITPAlETTe.
1B 3 456 7
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PARAMETER SUDERS
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PLflV [Press ENTER.-'EXIT:
[2] Press \ENTER to start playback from the first song.
Adjust the volume of playback by using the MASTER VOLUME slider. Press [EXIT
to stop playback.
1
2
3
4
5
Introduction
House Sounds
Cosmo Space
Acoustics
Finale!!
Songs 1through 5 are parts that play
back as amedley, and together form one
whole song.
Music by Eric Persing
Copyright ©1991, Eric Persing Music
6Perseverance
7New Listening Music by Adrian Scott
Copyright ©1991 ,Adrian Scott
[3] Press \EXIT |after playback has stopped. This returns the instrument to the
standard operating mode.
_PERFORIMNCE_
PlAY Ettl
mC EXIT
[ ] I[ I jI<Stops playback -4 ends ROM Plav function.
^TEKIER
I I I I I I I \ <Starts playback.
5?S Keys or buttons other than those described above will not {unction, since all other functions of the JV-80
are temporarily suspended during ROM Piay.
i^ The notes and other musical data of the ROM Play are not transmitted from the MIDI OUT terminal.
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3.LiSTENING TO THE ROM PLAY FEATURE
Profiles of the composers
Eric Persing
Eric Persing is one of the most in-detnand session players and programmers in the Los Angeles area.
Eric began working for Roland as aproduct specialist, first doing clinics and support, then gradually
became more involved in product and sound design. Eric has v/orked with such artists as Michael
Jackson. Chaka Khan. Larry Carlton. Marcus Miller, and Bon Jovi. His music and sounds can also be
heard on many TV shov/s and commercials. Actively involved in film music, he has worked with top
composers including Michel Columbier. Danny Elfman. and Bill Conti.
Adrian Scott
Adrian was the keyboardist and vocalist for the world-famous hit-making Australian pop group Air
Supply. After pursuing asolo career, he captured the silver prize at the World Song Festival Tokyo
'84 in 1984. As asession musician, he has backed up many famous Australian artists, including John
Farnham and Kylie Minogue. He currently resides in Melbourne and is active as aproducer of
commercial music and film music.
^Warning :All rights reserved. Unauthorized use of this material is aviolation of applicable laws.
iThe chart below lists the Patches used in each of the demo songs.
1Introduction All: A. Piano 1A88: Stereov/w Bs B18: Orch Strings
2House Sounds All: A. Piano 1A76: House Bass A86: Rubber Bs 1
A82: Thumpin Bass
3Cosmo Space B86: Big nBeefy B83: JP -8Pad B37: GlassVoices
B88: Analog Seq B21: Slow Strings
4Acoustics A56: Velo Harmnix ASS: 12 strings A72: St Fretless
B21: Slow Strings
5Finale!! 821: Slov/ Strings B18: Orch Strings B22: Velo Strings
6Perseverance
A83: Pick Bass A66: Funk Gtr B36: Pvox Oooze
ASS: Yowza Bass A25: Dig Rhodes 2B87: RevCymBend
A65: Clean Start B34: Beauty Vox .A24: Dig Rhodes 1
A37: Wave Bells A88: Stereoww Bs BS6: Alto Lead Sax
B68: Air Lead BS2: Stab Brass B87: RevCymBend
7New Listening
A51: Nylon Gtr 1A75: Analog Bs 1B25: Orch Stab 1
A15: Pop Piano 2 B84: Puff A64: Pop Strat
B46: Brass Sect 1B44: Hatmon Mute2 BS7: Alto Sax
B23: BrightStrngs
*Rhythm Set: 1—6 =preset B 7 =preset A
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4. PLAYING THE JV-80
When the JV-80 is shipped, it contains settings (Patches) of preset sounds. This section will explain the various sounds and how to select
them.
First turn on the power, then press jPATCH PLAY 1.You can now play the instrument from the
keyboard.
_PERFOfiMANCE PATCH
PlAY EWI PlAV EDtT
PhTCH tfl. F--i.Bno 1u
Hi t127 112?i TUfl Le'...'el
127 1127
Try playing the instrument and iistening to various sounds by changing Patches.
The numbers 1—8printed in orange on the |BANK |/|NUMBER |buttons at the right side of the
panel indicate the bank and number of the Patch. Patches numbered U—88 can be selected using
both the BANK and NUMBER buttons. The numbers (Patch number) and the letters (Patch name)
in the LCD change according to the buttons that are pressed.
You can aiso seiect additional Patches.
By combining USER/PRESET [andj INT/CAR A/B |, the following can be selected:
User memory, Internal and ,,
,
Preset are described in ^^er memory -(nternal H-.
detail in the next section of
this manual, "0RGANI2A- Ip^^^f.^.
TION OF THE SOUND *
SOURCE," P.27.
Card n—88 (when an optional DATA card is used)
AU—88.B 11—88
Try playing the different sounds, switching between Patches by pressing these buttons.
TUNE EFFECT CONTROL HIOI CHANCE PBt SET AJB
-t;^-:.:-.- !:.-» '13^y-:i\ :-;i .*.;.:.. *iW^::i:i t'€7
][
i::io" .J! II":', i,;S':'i2\ '4 la-. :-;.»"".i« -. sis iit i
Switching between User
memory/Preset
Switching between internai/'
DATA card or A/B
Selecting 8anl<s 1—
8
Selecting numbers 1—
8
(*!i;:.i.3WCE,;;-^ -.."" WPS
The Patch currently selected can be confirmed by checking the display.
I11—oo^ Internal Patches (User memory)
C11—'S'S ^Card Patches (User memory)
R11—c- S"* Patches of Preset A
Ei 11—;~: S^Patches of Preset B
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4.PLAYINGTHEJV-80
Trying Out the Realtime Performance Functions
The JV-80 has various controls for altering the sound as you play. Tiy out some of these functions
while playing the keyboard. The application of effects can also be determined for individual sound
programs by using the same controllers.
Listen to some of the differences by selecting other Patches.
The volume and the tonal quality (or timbre) of the sound will change according to your playing
dynamics (velocity), or how hard you strike the keys. The action of pressing akey down after playing
it is called "aftertouch." Pitch, tone and volume can also be changed using aftertouch.
Press down
y'''\ ^-'' ''
While playing anote, you can move the Bender/Modulation Lever to the left to lower the pitch, or to
the right to raise the pitch. This is called the pitch bend effect. You can also push the lever forward to
add expressive modulation effects, such as vibrato or tremolo, while you play.
#Modulation
Bend pitch down ^^^ Bend pitch up
BENDER
VOLUME PRESENCE CI
~-
-' ——l
= E
=
Bit 1^ ;^
The volume and tone of the sound can be changed by moving this slider up and down while playing
the keyboard. The functions of the slider differ depending on the settings.
This is used to change the tonal quality of the sound; it adjusts the brightness and clarity. The higher
the lever is moved the more pronounced the effect becomes.
^Further expressive control is available with apedal switch (FS-1 or DP-2) or expression pedal (EV-5 or
EV-10). By connecting apedal switch to the HOLD jack on the rear panel, you can have the sound
sustain even after you release the keys. By connecting an expression pedal to one of the pedal jacks,
you can use the pedat to change the volume or the tone of the sound.
^you can also change various aspects of the sound in realtime by using the eight
parameter sliders, see the Play Section (P.34, 57) for more details.
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4.PLAYING THE JV-80
Switches
By using the buttons on the top left side of the front panel, you can conveniently turn on and off the
internal stereo effects (chorus and reverb) and the internal transpose function.
CHORUS REVERB Tft*«5P0SE RHTTHU
CHORUS This button turns the chorus effect on and off.
REVERB This button turns the reverb effect on and off.
TRANSPOSE This button is used to turn the transpose function, set in the transpose parameter (P.73) of the system
common parameters, on and off. There is no pitch transposition when the system common transpose
parameter is set to 0.
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