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10Getting Started1 MIDI terminalsThe MIDI terminals let you connect external MIDI devices such as asampler, drum machine, sequencer, or computer using

Setting Up The CS2xThis section steps you through the basic connections required for integrating the CS2x into everything from a simpleamplification s

12Getting StartedConnecting A FootControllerIn addition to the on-board SOUND CONTROL knobs and otherreal-time controllers, you can connect an optiona

13Getting StartedConnecting A MIDI DataStorage DeviceBy connecting a MIDI data storage device such as the YamahaMDF3 MIDI Data Filer to the CS2x you c

14Getting StartedPowering Up!Now that you’ve made all your audio and MIDI connectionsproperly, you’re ready to switch on the power and get down tothe

CS2x ToneGenerationThe CS2x Control Synthesizer — and the way it creates its myriadsounds — is a natural evolution of the various types of popularsynt

16Getting StartedOscillators, Filters, Amplifiers And Envelope GeneratorsSynthesizers rely on three distinct electronic components to imitate or “synt

Getting Started17SUS LEVEL (Sustain Level) sets the SustainLevel; the cutoff frequency will bemaintained at this level for as long as thekey is held.R

18Getting StartedNormal Voices AndDrum VoicesAs explained in the previous section, an AWM2 waveform is thefundamental source of a CS2x “voice”, which

Getting Started197 [RESONANCE] (Knob 7)This knob determines the amount of filterresonance or emphasis of the cutoff frequency ofthe low pass filter. T

FORMANT SHAPING / FM SYNTHESIS TONE GENERATORFormant Shaping Synthesis:The Evolution of FMNew synthesis technology — FS Synthesis (Formant shaping / F

20Panel EditParametersThere are numerous parameters available in the panel edit matrixof menus. In Performance mode, all you have to do is set theEDIT

21Getting StartedOperating ModesThe CS2x has two main operating modes — Performance modeand Multi Play mode — both of which give you a range ofoptions

22Multi Play ModeMulti Play mode — accessed by pressing the [MULTI] button —is primarily used for multitimbral song production and playbackof up to 16

23Getting StartedPerformance ModeIn Performance mode you can select from 256 Preset and 256User Performances, use the SOUND CONTROL knobs to modifycer

24Getting Started NUMERIC KEYPAD Entry MethodAnother way to select a Performance number in the currentlyselected bank is by using the NUMERIC KEYPAD.

25Getting StartedPerformance PlayAfter selecting a performance, you’re ready to start playing theCS2x! As you do, you’ll want to try out the various c

26Getting Started SCENE CONTROL Function1. Press both [SCENE] buttons simultaneously.The red LED to the left of both [SCENE] buttons will light toind

27Getting StartedThe ArpeggiatorThe Arpeggiator is another function that you can get carried awaywith for hours on end! You’ve probably noticed by now

28Getting Started Arpeggiator Parameter SettingsThe main Arpeggiator parameters include TYPE, TEMPO andSUBDIVIDE. TYPE determines the arpeggio charac

29Getting StartedPanel Edit MatrixAlthough the features we’ve explained so far no doubt provideyou with a wealth of tone control and great music makin

SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTIONThis product utilizes batteries or an external power supply (adapter). DONOT connect this product to any power supply or adapte

30Getting StartedChange the Layer voice.This is a quick and effective way to easily create an entirely newPerformance!1. Select a desired Layer.2. Set

31Getting StartedMulti Play ModeMulti Play mode is especially suitable for multitimbral songproduction with up to 16 individual musical instrument “Pa

32Getting StartedPart AssignYou can assign any of the 586 XG normal voices (including the128 GM voices) or 20 drum voices to each of the 16 Parts.1. U

Many of the new XG voices arevariations of basic GM voices which arestored in additional banks. Each bank isassociated with a specific type ofvariatio

34Getting StartedUsing The CS2x WithXGworksThe XGworks Music Sequencer software application is apowerful all-in-one “DTM” Desktop Music composing, edi

35Getting Started3. Decide the voice for each Part.XGworks lets you use MIDI program change messages (page 75)to call up the CS2x’s voices. There are

36Getting StartedTransmitting Performance Data1. In Performance mode, select the CS2x Performance youwant to transmit.2. In Utility mode (TRANS CH par

37Getting StartedSimply Dynamite: Yamaha MIDI MagicYamaha has a full line-up of professional MIDI instruments fromwhich you could choose in order to b

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PRECAUTIONSPLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING* Please keep these precautions in a safe place for future reference.• Do not open the instrument or

40Feature ReferencePerformance ModeEntering Performance ModePress [PERFORMANCE]. A [▲] mark will appear in the LCDbelow the word “PERFORMANCE” to indi

41Feature ReferencePerformance ModePerformance Edit ModeYou can edit any Preset or User Performance to create yourown unique Performance by changing t

42Feature ReferencePerformance ModenEach voice is preset with optimum settings for the parameters, andthe value you set for any parameter will offset

43Feature ReferencePerformance ModeTYPE: Sets the type of arpeggio. You can choose from 40available types.Settings:ArpTy: No.1234567891011121314151617

44Feature ReferencePerformance Mode EFFECTThere are five effect parameters: REV TYPE (Reverb Type),CHO TYPE (Chorus Type), VARI TYPE (Variation Type)

45Feature ReferencePerformance Mode3. Move the cursor one position to the right (the currentcursor position will start blinking) and use theNUMERIC KE

46Feature ReferencePerformance Mode FC (Foot Control)This sets the parameters controlled by a Foot Controllerconnected to the FOOT CONTROLLER jack on

47Feature ReferencePerformance ModeSettings:(For details about each parameter, see the Reference pages as listed in thetable below.)Parameters marked

48Feature ReferencePerformance Mode VEL (Velocity)This determines the velocity settings for each Layer voice.There are four parameters: LIMIT LOW, LI

49Feature ReferencePerformance Mode ASSIGN2This sets the control parameter and knob sensitivity of theASSIGN 2 knob. You can assign up to four parame

5About This ManualCongratulations on your purchase of the CS2x Control Synthesizer! Andthank you for choosing Yamaha. The CS2x introduces a completely

50Feature ReferencePerformance ModeLayer Edit 2The functions in this menu include AEG (AmplitudeEnvelope Generator) and LFO (Low Frequency Oscillator)

51Feature ReferencePerformance ModePMOD (Pitch Modulation): Adds a cyclical change to thepitch by applying LFO frequency modulations to create avibrat

52Feature ReferencePerformance ModeLayer Edit 3The functions in this menu include FEG (Filter EnvelopeGenerator) and PEG (Pitch Envelope Generator) pa

53Feature ReferencePerformance ModeINIT LEVEL (Initial Level): Sets the initial pitch level when akey is played.ATK TIME (Attack Time): Determines the

54Feature ReferencePerformance Mode PROGRAMThis lets you select a voice, or program, from the currentlyselected BANK.Settings:(Name): #001 ~ #128nNot

55Feature ReferencePerformance Mode FILTERThis sets the filter parameters for each Layer. There are twoparameters: CUTOFF and REZ (Resonance). Thesep

56Feature ReferencePerformance ModeMulti Play In Performance Mode• In Performance mode you can use the Performance as oneinstrument Part plus 12 addit

57Feature ReferenceMulti Play Mode● Multi Part Edit ModeIn Multi Part Edit mode you can assign a voice to each Part andset volume, pan, effect and oth

58Feature ReferenceMulti Play Mode● Description of Each EditFunction BANKThis lets you select a Bank of available voices which can beassigned to each

59Feature ReferenceMulti Play Mode VOLUMEThis sets the volume of the selected Part. Different volumelevels can be set for each Part.Settings:Volume:

6Getting StartedWelcome To The World Of CS2xControl SynthesisWhether you’re a beginner and the CS2x is your very first professional synth, or you’re a

60Feature ReferenceMulti Play ModeCUTOFF: Determines the cutoff frequency of the filter, orthe frequency point above which other frequencies are cutof

61Feature ReferenceUtility ModenYou can also use the NUMERIC KEYPAD (0 ~ 9) and [ENTER] or theASSIGN 1/DATA knob to change the data value.nAs you pres

62Feature ReferenceUtility Modeeasy: This curve is also designed to increase the volumelevel with a softer playing style. However, the volume levelis

63Feature ReferenceUtility Mode DEVICE NO (Device Number)This sets the MIDI device number. When transmitting orreceiving system exclusive messages su

64Feature ReferenceUtility Mode ASSIGN CTRL NO (Assign Control Number)This lets you assign Control Change Numbers to controllerssuch as the MODULATIO

65Feature ReferenceUtility ModenPress a [SCENE] button to display the Scene Control parameters.2. Press ASSIGN CTRL NO [UP/DOWN] button to select the

66Feature ReferenceStore ModenTo rename the Performance, use the PERFORM NAME parameter inPerformance Edit mode (page 45).4. Press [ENTER]. The word “

67Feature ReferenceStore Mode3. To permanently store the Scenes to the currently selectedPerformance, execute the Performance Store operation.Selectin

68Feature ReferenceStore ModeStoring The Multi1. After editing the Part settings, press the [STORE] button toenter Store mode. The word “MultiStore” w

69Feature ReferenceFactory SettingnExecuting this function will replace all of your existing data. Assuch, always store your important data to an exte

7Getting StartedMain FeaturesThe CS2x is designed for maximum real-time control during performance. This makes it the idealchoice for Dance DJs, Rhyth

70AppendixReverb recreates the sounds of various environments by addingroom ambiance through delays or reflections. There are 12 Reverbtypes to choose

71AppendixThe diagram below shows the signal flow of the three effects when theCS2x is in Multi Play mode and the Variation effect is designated as aS

72AppendixMIDI MessagesTransmitted/Received by the CS2xMIDI messages can be divided into two groups: Channel messages andSystem messages. Below is an

73Appendix1.2.8 General Purpose 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8(Control #016, 017, 018, 019, 080, 081, 082, 083)Control #016 are messages which are transmitted

74Appendix1.2.23 RPN (Registered Parameter Number)LSB (Control #100)RPN (Registered Parameter Number)MSB (Control #101)Messages which offset, or add o

75Appendix2. SYSTEM MESSAGESSystem messages are the data related to the overall system of the device.2.1 System Exclusive MessagesSystem Exclusive mes

76AppendixSpecificationsKEYBOARD 61 keys with Initial TouchTONE GENERATOR AWM2 (Wave ROM 16MB)POLYPHONY 64 notesMULTI TIMBRE 16 (DVA)PERFORMANCE 256 P

77AppendixTroubleshootingThe following table provides troubleshooting hints and page references for some common problems.Most problems may be simply t

78AppendixError MessagesThe following messages may appear during operation, indicating problems or incorrect operation.Follow the instructions in the

79AppendixIndex[-/NO/QUICK PC] button ...9AAbout MIDI ...

8Getting Started1 VOLUME knobThis knob controls the CS2x’s overall audio volume level output from thePHONES and OUTPUT jacks. Turn it between left-mos

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9Getting Started) NUMERIC KEYPADThe NUMERIC KEYPAD is used in conjunction with the [ENTER/YES] and[-/NO/QUICK PC] buttons and has several functions. I