Softwind Synthophone MIDI sax User manual

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Synthophone
MIDI sax
Wireless MIDI system - User Guide
Introduction
The wireless MIDI system is an add-on device for use with the Synthophone MIDI sax.
The angled MIDI plug connects to the MIDI socket of the Synthophone - replacing the standard MIDI
cable and power supply of the Synthophone. There is absolutely NO modification needed to run your
Synthophone wirelessly. You can switch back to the standard MIDI cable setup using your existing
power supply anytime.
Package content
 1 wireless MIDI transmitter TX-02
 1 wireless MID receiver RX-02
 1 light-weight belt-pack with a carabiner
 1 special MIDI adapter cable with an angled MIDI plug / a female MIDI socket / 2 US plugs
 2 US powerbanks
 1 dual US universal charger (115V / 230V)
 2 micro US cables for recharging the US powerbanks
 1 mini US cable for connection to your computer or the US charger

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Assembly of the Wireless MIDI System
The angled MIDI plug connects to the front MIDI
socket of the Synthophone. The other end of the
special cable connects to the wireless transmitter
TX-02 inside the belt pack. The transmitter sends
out MIDI data received from the Synthophone over
a range of up to 150 feet to the MIDI receiver RX-02.
The receiver RX-02 connects to your computer via
US - or - it can be used as a standalone wireless
MIDI receiver when connected to any external MIDI
equipment like synthesizers or other MIDI
hardware. Always use the US charger to supply
power to the RX-02, when using it as a standalone
receiver.
Two US power banks are providing power to the
Synthophone. A fully recharged set of these special
accumulator batteries holds up for approximately
three hours of performance time.
The power banks can be easily recharged using one of the dual US power adapters shown below.
Your power adapter can be any of the 3 types shown in the picture.
They all have universal input
voltages from 115 – 230 volts.
In some countries, you may still
need a country specific travel
adapter in order to recharge.
Two US micro cables are
supplied for simultaneus
recharging of the two
powerbanks. You can recharge
while leaving the powerbanks
inside the belt pack – or - you
may remove them from the pack
to recharge them exernally. When fully loaded, the LEDs on the powerbanks either shut off
completely or light up steadilly. A full recharge cycle may take 6 to 10 hours, so it is best to recharge
your US powerbanks over night. There is NO danger in overloading the power banks, since they
have their own built-in protection.

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Wiring the ireless
The wireless MIDI receiver
RX-02 and the wireless
MIDI transmitter TX-02 are
shown in the picture
below. Connect the MIDI
receiver RX-02 with the
(supplied) US mini cable
to your computer.
The receiver RX-02 works
without a software driver,
i.e. it is a « plug-and-play »
device for both Windows
and MAC operating
systems.
The transmitter TX-02 has two AAA-batteries inside, which last for approx. 60 hours of continuous
use. These batteries must be replaced from time to time.
Switch ON the TX-02 after the RX-02 is connected to your computer. A wireless connection is
established automatically. This process is called « pairing ». The LEDs on both units will light up and
stay ON steadilly. If the LEDs are blinking, you’ll need to « pair » the units manually by briefly
pressing the blue buttons on both units, one after the other. It does not matter, which button is
pressed first. The LEDs should stay ON contantly when the units are « paired ».
The transmitter has two regular
AAA batteries inside. With a small
Philips screwdriver, unlock the
small screw of the battery
compartment, remove the cover
and replace the batteries as shown
in the picture. Please observe the
correct polarity as shown. Close
the cover and put the screw back
in place (optional).

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Setting up
Connect the male connector of the transmitter TX-02 to the female connector of the special MIDI
cable. Place the two powerbanks inside the belt pack as shown below. They should be positioned
under the elastic band inside the box. Then put the transmitter on top as shown. The transmitter
MIDI cable should snuggly fit beside the transmitter forming an „S“-curve.
Connect the angled MIDI plug with your
Synthophone.
Then plug both US connectors into the
powerbanks as shown below. It is not critical,
which US plug goes to the left and right
powerbank.
Now switch on the transmitter inside and check its
LED status. The LED should stay ON constantly. If it
is blinking, either the receiver RX-02 is not yet
turned ON - or you need to pair them manually,
i.e. push the blue buttons on both units to
synchronise them. A steady red LED shows that a
wireless connection has been established.
Finally, close the box by pulling up both
zippers equally from the left and right. Close
the body pack by carefully pushing both US
cables inside the rim of the box. Only the
MIDI cable leads to the outside from the top
center of your belt pack.

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Hook up and play !
Now clip the carabiner onto your
belt as shown below.
You are ready to play !
Test your wireless range by
walking away from the MIDI
receiver while playing. The range
is probably greater than what
you’ll possibly need on stage, but
you may want to test your
maximum wireless range during
your sound check.
It may also be very helpful to
walk off the stage and to check
your sound from various places in
the concert place.
Unplugging and s itching off
After sound check - or when done with your performance, make sure to unplug the MIDI connector
from the Synthophone. Also unplug the US connectors from the US powerbanks and switch off the
transmitter TX-02 inside. During short intermissions (like between two sets) you may only want to
disconnect the MIDI plug and one of the US plugs inside from the instrument to save some battery
power.
IMPORTANT: When powering up and getting back to playing, always connect the angled MI I plug
to your instrument FIRST and THEN reconnect the USB powerbanks.
The Synthophone will only boot up when powered up in that sequence!
Have fun going ireless!