VL Version 2
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Power-on Procedure
Always follow proper procedure when powering-up a sound system to minimize the
possibility of damage to the equipment (and your ears!).
1. Make sure your sound system’s main level/volume control(s) and the instrument’s
volume control are turned all the way down prior to turning power on.
2. Turn on the instrument. If you are using a VL1-m Ver.2, turn on your MIDI key-
board or other controller after turning on the VL1-m Ver.2.
3. Turn on the sound system.
4. Raise the sound system volume to a reasonable level.
5. Gradually raise the instrument’s VOLUME control while playing the keyboard to
set the desired listening level.
NOTES ■ VL1 Ver.2 and VL7 Ver.2: these models automatically transmit MIDI
control change data corresponding to their control status when their power
switches are turned ON. This can interfere with operation of other MIDI equip-
ment connected to the MIDI OUT connector. If the instrument is connected to
other MIDI equipment, its power switch should be turned ON or OFF last.
■ VL1-m Ver.2: Most keyboards and other MIDI controllers automatically
transmit MIDI control change data data corresponding to their control status
when the power switch is turned ON or OFF. The VL1-m Ver.2 is programmed to
receive this data and respond accordingly, so it is preferable to turn the VL1-m
ON before turning the controlling device ON.
VL1-m Ver.2 MIDI Connections
The VL1-m Ver.2 can be used with just about any type of MIDI controller: key-
board, wind controller, sequencer, computer-based MIDI software, etc. Use a MIDI cable
to connect the MIDI OUT terminal of the controller to the MIDI IN terminal of the VL1-
m. To ensure reliable error-free transfer of MIDI data always use high-quality MIDI
cables obtained from your Yamaha dealer or music equipment store. Also avoid MIDI
cables that are longer than about 15 meters, since cables longer than this can pick up
noise which can cause data errors.
The VL1-m Ver.2 MIDI transmit channel, receive channel, local on/off, and device
number parameters are available in the utility mode “MIDI Setting” page described on
page 154 of the VL1-m Feature Reference manual. Make sure these parameters are set to
match the corresponding settings of the MIDI controller used with the VL1-m Ver.2.
● The VL1-m Ver.2 receives the following MIDI data:
The played note(s) and velocity value.
Modulation wheel, breath controller, foot controller, main volume, and
other controller data.
Keyboard aftertouch pressure.
Pitch bend wheel position.
Voice numbers from 1 to 128.
Voice and system data transmitted in the form of “bulk dumps.”
Note
Control Change
Aftertouch
Pitch Bend
Program Change
Bulk