MIDIVOX X ============================================================= USING THE MVX-S POWER & SOUND UNIT Jan. 2003
"MIDIVOX X" ============================================== MIDI VIRTUAL ACCORDIONS The new Excelsior MIDIVOX X midi controller for accordions has been designed to provide a compact and low-cost solution to all those accordionists who wish to enter the wonderful world of electronic music. Specially designed to be installed into a reedless accordion shell, it perfectly emulates the bellows operation adding a realistic expression to all the electronic sounds. A perfect companion for all those accordionists who are looking for a light-weight, versatile Virtual Accordion. The MVX-S Power & Sound box is the right addition to the MIDIVOX-X accordion providing a sound generation feature which allows the MIDIVOX-X accordion to be a stand-alone electronic musical instrument an expander is therefore not required. Up to 296 sampled sounds are available - among them a number of realistic accordion sounds - all of them selectable from the accordion control panel. Extra MIDI IN and MIDI OUT sockets are provided to allow full Midi operation of the embedded sound card. An headphone output is provided for silent use of the accordion - very useful for practising and training. An amplifier or power audio system is necessary for full sound amplification. 1
IMPORTANT SAFETY AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING When using electrical products, basic precautions must be taken, including the following: 1. Read all instructions before using the product, particularly what described at par. HOW TO MAKE CONNECTIONS. 2. When the instrument is used by children, supervision by adults is advisable. 3. Do not use the power box near water, i.e. bath tub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or near a swimming pool, or in a wet or damp basement. 4. The power box should never be positioned in direct sunlight and should always be kept away from heat sources such as radiators, heaters or similar equipment. 5. Do not use the power box in extremely hot or damp environment or in dusty or dirty conditions. 6. Do not position the power box where excessive vibrations may occur. 7. Connect the power box to the AC main power only through the supplied mains lead. 8. Connect the supplied AC cable to an AC outlet of the right voltage according to the technical specifications printed on the cabinet. 9. The mains lead should be unplugged from the wall socket when the instrument is not in use. Do not pull the wire: hold the plug when unplugging. 10. Care should be taken to avoid any object falling into or liquid being spilt into the inside of the power box through any hole or opening of the cabinet. 11. Refer to an approved or qualified Service Centre in case: a. the mains lead or plug has been damaged; b. objects have fallen into the power box or liquid has been spilt onto or into it ; c. the power box has been exposed to rain; d. the power box appears to operate incorrectly; e. the power box has been dropped and/or damaged. WARNING: A DAMAGED MAIN CABLE MAY CAUSE HIGH RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK. 2
HOW TO MAKE CONNECTIONS Warning: All connections must be made before turning all instruments on. NOTE: an amplifier or power audio system is required to obtain full operation. Headphones can be connected to the power unit for silent use of the accordion. Connect the power box to the accordion by means of the supplied multi-wire cable with 8 - pin round connectors at both ends. The round connectors have an insertion notch and can be plugged in one way only: be careful not to force the connector the wrong way. Once the connectors has been securely plugged at both ends, tighten the fastening ring, gently but firmly. Connect the audio outputs LEFT and RIGHT to any mixer or amplifier by means of standard jack cables (supplied). If you don t need any stereo effect just connect the LEFT output to an amplifier. Connect the power box to a main outlet by means of the main lead (supplied). Inspect all connections and once you are sure everything is all right, switch on all equipment and power the accordion by means of the power switch located at one side of the power box. Some of the lights on the accordion control panel must light up, signalling the accordion is ready to work. 3
HOW TO SELECT SOUNDS The MVX-S sound generator complies with the General MIDI standards and has been provided with 128 GM sounds plus 168 variations (total 296 sounds). It operates over 16 Midi Channels and features an 84-note polyphony. Each sound can be selected by means of Midi Program Change Messages (0-127) and Bank Select Messages (CC0-CC32). To program your MIDIVOX_X accordion please refer to the MIDIVOX _X Owners Manual and to the enclosed Sound List. Please keep in mind that PC stands for PROGRAM number and Bnk for BANK number. (e.g. if you want to select the BASSOON accordion sound, once entered the EDIT mode, dial 0 on the accordion panel and press PROGRAM, then dial 32 and press BANK ) All accordion sounds are grouped in Bank #32. MIDI INPUT AND MIDI OUTPUTS Full Midi control of the embedded sound board is possible through the MIDI IN input. This allows an alternative use of the MVX-S as a General Midi sound generator in connection with an external Midi master keyboard, computer or Midi accordion. MIDI OUT #1 and #2 can be used to control other Midi equipment such as sound generators or rhythm arrangers. The MIDI OUT #1 outputs all midi messages sent by the accordion, without any alteration. The MIDI OUT #2 outputs only midi messages pertaining to the Chord and Bass sections, for use with external automatic arrangers. SERVICE This unit must be serviced by experienced personnel only. Please contact your dealer or the CEMEX Head Office for information. CEMEX s.r.l. Via Sardegna, 1 60022 Castelfidardo (AN) ITALY tel. +39-071-7820982 fax +39-071-7820104 http://www.excelsior-accordions.com e-mail: info@excelsior-accordions.it mvx_s_e.doc 15/1/2003 4