ARTIS-Musician's_Guide-(revC)
ARTIS-Musician's_Guide-(revC)
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Kurzweil International Contacts
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Contents
Contents
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Selecting Programs and Multis................................................... 2-13
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Reset Transposition..................................................................... 3-15
MIDI Program Change................................................................. 3-16
Program Demo............................................................................. 3-16
Demo............................................................................................ 3-17
Panic............................................................................................ 3-17
Assign.......................................................................................... 3-18
Enter + Zone (1–4) Button......................................................... 3-18
Enter + Controller...................................................................... 3-18
Enter + Key................................................................................ 3-18
Terminology................................................. 4-1
The Operating Modes................................. 5-1
Program Mode................................................................................ 5-1
Multi Mode....................................................................................... 5-2
Global Mode.................................................................................... 5-2
Functions........................................................................................ 5-3
The Split Function.......................................................................... 5-3
The Layer Function........................................................................ 5-3
MIDI Program Change Function.................................................... 5-4
PROG (Program)......................................................................... 5-5
PCH (MIDI Program) & BANK (MIDI Bank)................................. 5-5
Demo Function............................................................................... 5-6
Program Demo Function................................................................ 5-6
Multi Edit Mode............................................................................... 5-7
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Vol (Split Volume)...................................................................... 6-11
Key (Split Key)........................................................................... 6-12
Transpose (Split Transposition)................................................. 6-12
Saving a Split............................................................................... 6-12
The Layer Function...................................................................... 6-13
Prog (Layer Program)................................................................ 6-14
Vol (Layer Volume).................................................................... 6-14
Transpose (Layer Transposition)............................................... 6-14
Saving a Layer............................................................................. 6-15
Changing the Transmit MIDI Channel......................................... 6-16
Panic.............................................................................................. 6-17
Save & Delete User Programs..................................................... 6-18
Changing ID Numbers................................................................. 6-18
Naming a User Program.............................................................. 6-19
Saving a User Program................................................................ 6-20
Deleting User Programs............................................................... 6-21
INFO............................................................................................... 6-22
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Changing ID Numbers................................................................. 7-13
Naming a User Multi..................................................................... 7-14
Saving a User Multi...................................................................... 7-15
Deleting User Multis ........................................................................................ 7-16
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PEDAL page.............................................................................. 8-16
SWITCHES page....................................................................... 8-17
The Switch Parameters................................................................ 8-18
Mode.......................................................................................... 8-18
Dest (Destination)...................................................................... 8-18
On Value.................................................................................... 8-18
Off Value.................................................................................... 8-18
Entry State................................................................................. 8-19
Exit State................................................................................... 8-19
Continuous Controller Parameters............................................... 8-19
Dest (Destination)...................................................................... 8-19
Entry Value................................................................................ 8-22
Exit Value.................................................................................. 8-22
COMMON Page............................................................................. 8-23
AuxFX........................................................................................ 8-23
Aux FX Channel........................................................................ 8-23
KB3 Channel............................................................................. 8-24
Tempo........................................................................................ 8-24
About Auxiliary Effects................................................................ 8-25
Save and Delete User Multis....................................................... 8-26
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Program Mode........................................................................... 9-10
Multi Mode................................................................................. 9-11
Sysex ID ...................................................................................... 9-11
INFO Page..................................................................................... 9-12
LOAD Page.................................................................................... 9-13
Pressing LOAD............................................................................ 9-13
Selecting PC.............................................................................. 9-15
Selecting Device........................................................................ 9-16
USB connection errors.............................................................. 9-16
STORE Page.................................................................................. 9-17
Pressing STORE.......................................................................... 9-18
RESET Page.................................................................................. 9-20
Reset Global Mode parameters only (Soft Reset)....................... 9-20
Reset Artis to its factory state (Hard Reset)................................. 9-22
Troubleshooting........................................ 11-1
Maintenance.................................................................................. 11-1
Common Problems....................................................................... 11-1
Power Problems........................................................................... 11-1
Powers up, Display is Blank......................................................... 11-2
Audio Problems............................................................................ 11-2
MIDI Problems............................................................................... 11-4
Pedal Problems............................................................................ 11-5
Switch Pedal Problems................................................................ 11-5
Continuous Control and Half Damper Pedal Problems................ 11-5
If None of the Above..................................................................... 11-6
Restoring Factory Defaults.......................................................... 11-6
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Diagnostics................................................................................... 11-7
MIDI Implementation...................................A-1
Physical Specifications..............................B-1
Programs.....................................................C-1
KB3 Programs.............................................D-1
Introducing KB3 Programs............................................................D-1
First Some History..........................................................................D-1
Drawbars.........................................................................................D-2
KB3 Mode Buttons.........................................................................D-2
Brake..............................................................................................D-2
Chorus/Vibrato...............................................................................D-2
On/Off..........................................................................................D-2
Chor/Vib.......................................................................................D-2
Chorus/Vibrato Depth..................................................................D-3
Percussion.....................................................................................D-3
Percussion On/Off.......................................................................D-3
Percussion Loud/Soft..................................................................D-3
Percussion Decay F/S.................................................................D-3
Percussion Pitch H/L...................................................................D-3
KeyClick.........................................................................................D-3
Variation.........................................................................................D-4
Index.............................................................. I-1
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Introducing Artis
Reading this guide with the Artis7
Chapter 1
Introducing Artis
Congratulations on your purchase of the Kurzweil Artis® Stage Piano!
This manual will help you get acquainted with your new instrument. Be sure to keep the
manual on hand as you continue to familiarize yourself with the features and functions of
the Artis.
Main Features
The Artis Stage Piano is the beginning of the next generation of Kurzweil’s professional
performance instruments. It boasts hundreds of excellent preset sounds (including a new
German Grand Piano) already on-board and ready to be played with 128 voice polyphony.
Artis also includes our fully featured Kurzweil KB3 organ simulator (from our PC3 Series)
designed to emulate classic tone wheel organs like the Hammond B3.
The Artis is also a very capable MIDI controller ideally suited for controlling additional
sound modules and as input to a sequencer.
1-1
Introducing Artis
Main Features
Sounds
• New German Grand Piano
• ROM sounds from Kurzweil’s acclaimed PC3 series
• Enhanced Kore64 ROM
• Full KB3 organ simulations with 9 sliders as drawbars
• 256 Factory Programs divided into 16 Categories
• 256 User slots to save your own Programs
• 256 Factory Multis
• 256 User slots to save your own Multis
• MP3 player audio input jack
• Full 128 voices of polyphony
Pedals (Optional)
As described above, the Artis has three jacks on the rear panel for optional pedal controllers.
Two jacks for switch pedals, which are typically used to control two-state (i.e., on / off)
parameters such as sustain, sostenuto, and mute Zone. The third jack is for a continuous
control (or CC) pedal typically used to control multi-state (i.e., “continuous”) parameters
such as volume or wah.
Your Kurzweil dealer stocks the following pedals:
• FS-1 Standard box-shaped switch pedal
• KFP-1 Single piano-style switch pedal
• KFP-2S Double piano-style switch pedal unit (one stereo plug)
• CC-1 Continuous pedal
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Introducing Artis
Keeping the Artis up to date
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Introducing Artis
Keeping the Artis up to date
1-4
Getting Started
Before You Start…
Chapter 2
Getting Started
Getting a new keyboard is always exciting and the first thing most users want to do is unpack
the keyboard and check things out. This chapter will help you hook up the Artis to your
sound system and MIDI system, give you a quick overview, and show you how to get some
sound out of the Artis.
Quick Start
1. Set the keyboard on a hard, flat, level surface.
2. Four adhesive-backed rubber feet are provided with Artis. Carefully turn the keyboard
over onto a soft surface, remove the paper backing from the rubber feet and attach
them.
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Getting Started
Quick Start
3. Connect the AC power cord to the Artis. Before plugging the cable into the power
outlet, check that the power is compatible with the Artis. The Artis runs on AC power
and works with voltages from 90 - 260 volts at 50–60 Hz (Artis7 is 100-240 volts at
50–60 Hz). The voltage level is detected and set automatically by the Artis. If your
power source does not have the standard three hole outlet, you should take the time to
install a proper grounding system. If your power outlet is not within these ranges it is
recommended you use an appropriate adaptor.
4. Plug the power cable into the wall.
5. Plug the Switch Pedal into the marked SW1 (Sustain) Pedal jack on the Artis rear panel.
6. Connect stereo headphones to the headphone jack on the front left panel (Artis7 rear
panel), or connect the audio outputs to your mixer or amplifier inputs using standard
(1/4-inch) audio cables (use the Left out for mono). Balanced (“TRS” or “Stereo”)
cables are recommended if your mixer or amp supports balanced inputs.
7. Make sure your sound system is at a safe volume level. Also make sure that the Artis
MASTER VOLUME slider (on the far left side of the front panel) is all the way down.
Using Artis
1. Power up the Artis, and then raise the MASTER VOLUME slider, and mixer/amp
volume. Your Artis keyboard starts up in Program Mode by default. Press one of the
buttons under the “Mode” label to the right of the display to switch Modes.
2. If you are connected to a mixing board and hear distortion, reduce the gain level on
your mixing board, or use the pad (a switch that decreases the input audio signal level, typically by
20dB) if it has one.
3. Scroll through the Programs using the Alpha Wheel, the Previous and Next buttons, or
press a Category button to audition the sounds in Artis. Take note that initially there are
no Programs or Multis stored in the Favorites buttons.
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Getting Started
Start Up Details: The Rear Panel
Start Up Details:
The Rear Panel
The Artis & Artis7 rear panel connections.
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Getting Started
Start Up Details:The Rear Panel
The CC Jack
Use the CC pedal jack to connect a continuous control (or CC) pedal. A CC pedal is a
physical controller typically used to control multi-state (i.e., “continuous”) parameters such
as volume or wah.
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Getting Started
Connecting the Power Cable (Line Cord)
2-5
Getting Started
Connecting Pedals
Artis connected to powered speakers and headphones
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Getting Started
Connecting Pedals
Connecting Pedals
Plug your switch, dual switch, half-damper or continuous control pedals into the
corresponding jacks on Artis rear panel. We recommend using the Kurzweil pedals described
in Pedals (Optional) on page 1-2. However you can use almost any switch or continuous
control pedal that adheres to the following specifications.
1/4 inch tip-sleeve (mono) plug or, 1/4 inch tip-ring-sleeve plug
Switch Pedals configured as dual switches (TS and RS) or 2 terminal continuous
pedal (half-damper).
Pedals are all independently assignable within each Zone of every Multi.
Here are the default control settings for the three pedals used by Artis:
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Getting Started
Connecting Pedals
Of course this can be changed by programming, as described in Multi Mode on page 7-1.
The default assignments of the pedals can also be overridden in Global Mode as described
on page 9-6.
If you are not using a Kurzweil switch pedal, make sure it’s connected before you turn on
the Artis. This ensures that the pedal will work properly (it might function in reverse—off
when it’s down and on when it’s up—if you turn on your Artis before plugging in the pedal).
Similarly, don’t press any of your switch pedals while powering up, as the Artis verifies each
pedal’s orientation during power-up. If you’re pressing a pedal, you might cause it to work in
reverse.
See Switch Pedal Problems on page 11-5 if you are having trouble with your switch pedal.
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Getting Started
Connecting Pedals
If you’re not familiar with traditional piano technique, the sostenuto (center) pedal on a
grand piano allows one to hold chords in the bass while continuing to play the melody
without the latter notes sustaining. Any keys that are down when you depress the pedal will
sustain when you let go of the keys, but new notes played afterward will not be sustained.
Releasing the pedal puts things back to normal. Of course it can be programmed to do other
functions as well.
See Continuous Control and Half-Damper Pedal Problems on page 11-5 if you are having
trouble with your continuous control pedal.
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Getting Started
Connecting Pedals
The defaults assignment for the Switch Pedals is summarized in the table below.
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Getting Started
Connecting MIDI
Connecting MIDI
In addition to being a performance-suited musical instrument, the Artis is a powerful, but
easy to use MIDI controller. For descriptions of how to customize the Artis as a MIDI
controller, and how to use its MIDI controller capabilities to their fullest potential, see Multi
Mode on page 7-1.
To control the Artis using another MIDI controller, use a MIDI cable to connect the MIDI
port marked “In” to the MIDI output port of the controller that you will be using.
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Getting Started
Connecting MIDI
Scenario 1: Artis as the MIDI controller
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Getting Started
Selecting Programs and Multis
If you wish to use your own cable, make sure that it is a Type-A-to-Type-B USB cable (the
USB port of Artis being Type B). By default, the Artis will act as a MIDI controller (rather
than a hard drive) when connected to a computer.
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Features of the Artis
Powering Up Defaults
Chapter 3
Features of the Artis
This chapter will help familiarize you with the features of the Artis. Many of these features
have both general functions and mode-specific functions. For more in-depth descriptions of
these features, refer to the chapters on the individual modes.
Powering Up Defaults
In general, the Artis will always remember the last selection made by the user. However,
powering up the Artis resets some of these settings back to their power-on defaults.
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Features of the Artis
The Front Panel
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Artis
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Features of the Artis
Pitch and Modulation Wheels
Pitch Wheel
The Pitch Wheel is the left most of the two wheels. It is spring-loaded, such that its center
position is restored when it is not being used. That is because the Pitch Wheel is used for
pitch-bending notes—its “off ” position is in the center. Pushing the Pitch Wheel up bends
the pitches of all notes up. Pulling the Pitch Wheel down bends the pitches of all notes
down.
For some Programs the Pitch Wheel will not bend notes that are held by the sustain pedal.
This is how many Guitar and Bass Programs are configured, allowing played notes to be
bent over sustained notes. For User Multis, you can program the bend amount for the Pitch
Wheel using the Bend Range Down and Bend Range Up parameters on page 8-14
Modulation Wheel
The Modulation Wheel is the right most of the two wheels. Unlike the Pitch Wheel, the
Modulation Wheel is not spring loaded, and can be set to and left in any position between
fully up and fully down. Typically, the Modulation Wheel is assigned to a parameter that
alters some aspect of the sound (e.g., vibrato, filter depth) when changed.
When a KB3 Program is in use, the Modulation Wheel is assigned to control distortion.
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Features of the Artis
Real Time Control
Sliders
The nine sliders on the left of the front panel are assigned to control different sound
parameters and effects for each Program. In Multi Mode, Sliders A-D default to controlling
volume for Zones 1-4. The sliders can also send MIDI continuous controller values to
external MIDI equipment.
In Program Mode, most programs have Slider A assigned to a filter or EQ parameter
in order to control brightness. In all Programs and most Multis, Slider I controls reverb
amount, while Slider H usually controls a second effect, such as delay/echo amount. The
remaining Sliders have different assignments depending on the selected Program/Multi. In
Program Mode you can press the INFO soft button to see a list of controllers and their
assignments.
If you select a KB3 Program, the nine sliders act like tonewheel organ drawbars. The
labeling below the sliders applies to the KB3 Programs indicating the drawbar registers that
are modified by the slider.
For KB3 Programs, the sliders operate in a similar way to a Hammond organ, i.e. pulling the
slider towards you increases the drawbar amount. For standard Programs the sliders have the
minimum value when they are towards the player and maximum value when they are pushed
away from the player.
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Features of the Artis
Real Time Control
Zones are the independent regions of the keyboard that make up a Multi, for additional
information see About Zones on page 7-6.
Pressing a Zone button will mute or unmute the Zone. An active/unmuted Zone button has
a lit green LED. The LED of an inactive/muted Zone button is not lit.
Switches
In Program Mode, the five Switch buttons are pre-assigned to change the sound in different
ways, for example enabling layers or effects.
In Multi Mode, you can assign the Switch buttons to control Program and effects
parameters, or send MIDI CC messages to external equipment.
The Switch Button LEDs illuminate red when the switch is active.
KB3 Buttons
For KB3 Programs, these buttons manipulate the KB3 sound, as per the blue labels below
the button. When the LED of the button is red, the KB3 function is active.
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Features of the Artis
Transpose & Variation Buttons
Transpose
The Transpose buttons can be used to change the tuning of notes played on the Artis
keyboard in semitones (ST), also known as half steps. This is a convenient way to change
the key of a song without learning to play it in a different key. The Transpose buttons are
located to the left of the keyboard, above the Pitch and Mod Wheels. The Transpose buttons
also transpose MIDI notes sent to the USB and MIDI out ports.
Press the Transpose - or + buttons to transpose the Artis keyboard down or up by one
semitone. The top line of the display shows the current transposition value. Pressing both
Transpose - and + simultaneously will reset the transposition to 0. To transpose up and
down by octave intervals (12 ST), press the Octav- and Octav+ soft buttons underneath the
display.
The maximum transposition value possible is +/–36 semitones.
The LEDs of the Transpose buttons indicate whether the current Program is transposed
up (Transpose + LED is lit) or transposed down (Transpose – LED is lit). When there is no
transposition, neither Transpose button is lit.
Variation
The Variation Button is a MIDI controller (default MIDI CC#29) that is programmed in
most Programs to modify the sound, such as adding a pad sound, changing the effects or
some other variation suited to changing with a switch.
For KB3 programs, the Variation Button controls the Rotary Speaker speed, switching
between fast and slow.
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Features of the Artis
Master EQ
Master EQ
The Master EQ allows you to have realtime control over the frequency response of all audio
generated in either Program or Multi Modes. When the Master EQ On/Off button is “On”,
the rotary knobs can change the high , middle & low frequencies of the audio.
If the LED on the Master EQ On/Off button is lit, this indicates that the Master EQ
section is now “on”.
The HI & LOW EQ’s are shelving type filters, and the MID has an adjustable center
frequency with a range of approximately 2 octaves up and down centered around
approximately 1.4 kHz
Frequency Gain
HI ~6.6 kHz -24dB to +15dB
MID* ~1.4 kHz -24dB to +15dB
LOW 98 Hz -24dB to +15dB
* center of range
When the Master EQ is on, the audio signal flows as per the diagram above. When it is off,
the signal flows as per the digram below.
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Features of the Artis
Save Button
Save Button
The Save button is located beneath the “Save” label on the left side of the LCD screen.
In Program Mode, pressing the Save button saves the current position of the sliders,
switches and wheels as a User Program. (See Save and Delete User Programs on page 6-18.)
In Multi Mode, pressing the Save button saves a copy of the current Multi. The copy is
saved with the states of the Multi Zone Mute buttons but does not include the current state
of the physical controllers (i.e. moved Sliders, Mod Whel etc.). Other controller states can
be edited in Multi Edit Mode. See Save and Delete User Multis on page 7-12.
The Save button’s LED is illuminated once you have made changes to the current Program
or Multi to indicate that the Program or Multi has changed.
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Features of the Artis
Audio In
Audio In
On the back panel of the Artis you will find a 1/8” sized stereo audio jack labelled AUDIO
IN.
You can plug your MP3 player into theArtis and play along with the recorded music. There
is no volume control for the Audio Input on the Artis itself, so you should control the mix
volume of the Audio Input from the MP3 player itself.
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Features of the Artis
Mode Buttons
Mode Buttons
The Mode buttons are located beneath the “Mode” label on the right side of the Artis front
panel.
Program Button
Pressing the Program button enters Program Mode (described in Program Mode on page
5-1 and, in further detail, in Program Mode on page 6-1). In Program Mode, you can
select and play different sounds (or “Programs”). This button’s LED is illuminated when you
are in Program Mode. Program Mode is the default Mode— the Artis always boots up in
this Mode.
Multi Button
Pressing the Multi button enters Multi Mode (described in Multi Mode on page 5-2 and,
in further detail, in Multi Mode on page 7-1). In Multi Mode, you can select different
configurations of Programs, controller assignments, and MIDI channel assignments.
This button’s LED is illuminated when you are in Multi Mode.
Global Button
Pressing the Global button enters Global Mode (described in Global Mode on page
5-2 and, in further detail, in Global Mode on page 9-1). In Global Mode, you can edit
parameters that control the overall behavior of the Artis. These parameters include tuning,
transposition and velocity. Additionally, you can save or load user Programs and Multis to
and from a computer connected to the Artis via USB as well as perform a Hard/Soft Reset.
This button’s LED is illuminated when you are in Global Mode.
CAUTION: Performing a Hard Reset will erase ALL User Program and
User Multis, and will reset Global settings to a factory state.
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Features of the Artis
Navigation
Navigation
The navigation section of the Artis front panel includes the LCD display, Previous & Next
buttons, Param / Channel buttons, and the Alpha Wheel.
The Display Contrast knob is easily located, above the Alpha Wheel.
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Features of the Artis
Navigation
When the highest or lowest MIDI transmit channel is reached, the list will wrap back to the
last or first MIDI transit channel respectively. The top line of the display shows the current
MIDI transmit channel.
In the other Modes—Multi Edit & Global—pressing the Param / Channel buttons will
scroll through the parameter list for the current Mode.
NOTE : The Param / Channel buttons are not used in Multi Mode.
Alpha Wheel
Use the Alpha Wheel to scroll through the list of values for the currently selected
parameter—turning the Alpha Wheel counter-clockwise will select the previous value and
turning the Alpha Wheel clockwise will select the next value.You can turn the Alpha Wheel
slowly to change the value by one increment or turn it quickly to jump several increments.
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Features of the Artis
Sound Select
Sound Select
The Sound Select section allows you to quickly and easily get access to sounds in either
Program or Multi Modes. You select the Category of sound you want, then via the Program
/ Multi select any of the 16 sounds in that Category.
CATEGORY
The Artis makes it easy to select sounds by instrument type. The 16 Category buttons are
clearly labelled for you to choose easily. If a Category button is lit, you are currently in that
selected Category.
PROGRAM / MULTI
When a Category has been selected in Program or Multi Mode, you can select any of the 16
sounds of that Category. The Program/Multi buttons are numbered from 1 to 16 to make
the selection easy.
The white print on each of these buttons indicates their secondary alphanumeric functions
when used for data entry.
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Features of the Artis
KB3 LED
KB3 LED
The KB3 LED is on the right side of the Assignable Switches.
If the currently selected Program is a KB3 program, the KB3 button’s LED is lit. This
indicates that the front panel KB3 controls (printed in blue) are active.
Value Jump
In Program Mode, the Value Jump double button press selects the first Program of each
Category, as well as the Category Default Program of each Category (if a Category Default
Program has been set).
For more information on choosing a new Category Default Program, see Choosing
Category Default Programs on page 6-6.
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Features of the Artis
Double Button Presses
In Multi Mode, the Value Jump double button press selects the first Multi of each Category,
as well as the Category Default Multi of each Category (if a Category Default Multi has
been set).
In Multi Edit Mode, pressing the Value Jump double button press resets the current
parameter to its default value, or jumps between multiple useful values.
Parameter Jump
In Multi Edit Mode, pressing both the Param / Channel Up and the Param / Channel Down
buttons simultaneously will jump to a specific parameter depending on the currently selected
page.
In Program Mode, pressing the Parameter Jump double button press allows you to change
the current MIDI channel by using the Program/Multi Select buttons.
On the Global Mode MASTER and MIDI pages, pressing the Parameter Jump double
button press jumps to selecting the first parameter in the list.
Reset Transposition
Pressing both Transpose + and Transpose – , or Octave + and Octave - (Soft Buttons)
simultaneously will restore the current Program or Multi to having no transposition.
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Features of the Artis
Double Button Presses
A label below the 9 & 10 Program/Multi buttons indicates the MIDI program change
double button press.
Program Demo
In Program Mode only, pressing the 11 & 12 Program/Multi buttons performs the Program
Demo Function. The Program Demo Function plays the Demo Song for the currently
selected Program.
If you press these buttons from any other Mode, the display will give you a message
indicating you are not in Program Mode. Press the Cancel soft button to exit the Program
Demo.
A label below the 11 & 12 Program/Multi buttons indicates the Program Demo double
button press.
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Features of the Artis
Double Button Presses
Demo
Pressing the 13 & 14 Program/Multi buttons performs the Demo Function (described in
further detail in Demo Function on page 5-6). With the Demo Function selected, you can
hear a demonstration Song that showcases many of the features of Artis.
A label below the 13 & 14 Program/Multi buttons indicates the Demo double button press.
Panic
Pressing the 15 & 16 Program/Multi buttons simultaneously deactivates all sounding notes
and control messages and sends an “all notes off ” message and an “all controllers off ”
message on all 16 MIDI channels.
A label below the 15 & 16 Program/Multi buttons indicates the Panic double button press.
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Features of the Artis
Double Button Presses
Assign
Assign is the secondary function of the Enter button.
The Assign symbol will be shown in the display next to parameters that can be selected with
Assign.
Pressing a key, switch, or moving a controller while holding down the Enter button will
perform Assign in the following cases.
Enter + Controller
In Multi Edit Mode, holding the Enter button and moving a controller (a Slider, Switch
button, Mod Wheel or Pedal) will jump to selecting the destination parameter of that
controller in the current Zone. This allows you to quickly assign a controller to a destination.
In Multi Edit Mode, holding the Enter button and moving the Pitch Wheel up or down
will jump to selecting the Bend Range Up or Bend Range Down parameters of the current
Zone.
Enter + Key
In Split Mode with the Split Key parameter selected, hold the Enter button and strike a key
to select the Split Key.
In Multi Edit Mode with the Low Key or High Key parameter selected, hold the Enter
button and strike a key to select the Low Key or High Key.
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Terminology
Chapter 4
Terminology
This chapter provides definitions and descriptions for all of the Artis-specific terms used in
this manual. Some of the terms are also used by other manufacturers.
Since there are no standard definitions for some of these terms, they are described here to
avoid confusion. All of these terms appear with the first letter capitalized as proper nouns
in this manual to make it easy to distinguish between the generic term and the Artis specific
term.
In addition to the terms below, and to avoid confusion, any Artis specific feature, connector
or control will have the first letter capitalized to distinguish it from the generic term.
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Terminology
4-2
Terminology
Hard Reset A process that returns Artis back to a Factory state. All
User Programs & User Multis are erased. All Global Mode
parameters are reset back to their default settings as well.
Soft Reset A process that resets all Global Mode parameters to their
default factory settings. User Programs & User Multis are
not erased.
KUF file KUF (Kurzweil Unified File) file is a special file that has
the objects and operating system combined that is used to
update the Artis.
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Terminology
4-4
The Operating Modes
Program Mode
Chapter 5
The Operating Modes
This chapter will help familiarize you with the operating Modes of the Artis.
Each of the four Modes (Program, Multi, Multi Edit, Global) has its own individual chapter.
The four Functions (Split, Layer, MIDI Program Change, and Demo) are described in this
chapter in Functions on page 5-3.
Program Mode
Program Mode is the default Mode for the Artis.
In Program Mode, instrument sounds (Programs) can be selected and played. The sound
of each Program can be modified by parameters that are assigned to the controllers (Sliders,
Switch buttons, Mod Wheel, and Pedals). Modified Programs can be saved as User Programs
by pressing the Save button.
To enter Program Mode from another Mode, press the Program Mode button.
For more detailed information on Program Mode, see Program Mode on page 6-1.
5-1
The Operating Modes
Multi Mode
Multi Mode
Multi Mode allows you to select and play Multis.
A Multi allows up to 4 instrument sounds (Programs) to be played from the keyboard at
once. A Multi has four Zones, each with its own keyboard range, Program, MIDI channel,
and controller assignments. To enter Multi Mode from another Mode, press the Multi Mode
button.
For more detailed information on Multi Mode, see Multi Mode on page 7-1.
Global Mode
Global Mode allows you to edit global parameters and MIDI settings, load and save User
Programs and Multis, or restore factory defaults with a hard reset. To enter Global Mode
from another Mode, press the Global Mode button.
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The Operating Modes
Functions
Functions
In addition to the four primary Modes, there are five Functions. Some Functions are
available through dedicated buttons, others are available as Soft Buttons accessed via the
buttons under the LCD screen. These Functions are not as complex as the primary Modes
and are described below.
Creating Splits in Program Mode is slightly different from creating Splits in Multi Mode. See
The Split Function on page 6-9 (for Splits in Program Mode) and The Split Function on
page 7-8 (for Splits in Multi Mode).
5-3
The Operating Modes
Functions
Creating Layers in Program Mode is slightly different from creating Layers in Multi Mode.
See The Layer Function on page 5-3 (for Layers in Program Mode) and The Layer
Function on page 7-10 (for Layers in Multi Mode).
With this Function, you can use a MIDI or USB cable to send a MIDI Program Change
message to an external sound module or computer software. MIDI Program Change
messages allow you to use the Artis to change presets on other MIDI equipment. Doing so
will not affect the local sound (that is, it will not affect the currently selected Program on the
Artis). Your external MIDI device may have program change receive settings to configure.
5-4
The Operating Modes
Functions
The MIDI Program Change Function has three pages, PROG (Program), PCH (MIDI
Program), and BANK (MIDI Bank). Use the PROG, PCH, or BANK soft buttons to
access each page. By default the Program page is selected when entering the MIDI Program
Change Function. Use the Param/Channel buttons to the left of the display to change the
MIDI channel that you wish to send a program change to (MIDI channel is shown in the
top right of the display).
PROG (Program)
Use the Program page if you wish to send a program change message to another Artis, or to
a sound module that has programs starting at Program 1 that are not organized into banks
each numbered 1 - 128. Press the PROG soft button if you are not already viewing the
Program page.
Use the numbers printed on the Program/Multi buttons to enter a Program number, then
press the Enter button. Press the SEND soft button to send the MIDI program change,
or press the Cancel soft button to return to the previous Mode. After the Program Change
is sent, the Artis will return to the previous Mode. On the Program page you can enter
Program numbers from 1 to 2,097,152—this seemingly random number comes from the
fact that, by the MIDI Specification, you can send Program messages for up to 16,384 MIDI
Banks (0–16,383), each containing up to 128 Programs.
5-5
The Operating Modes
Functions
Demo Function
Pressing the 13 & 14 Program/Multi buttons simultaneously performs the Demo Function.
Use the Demo Function to play built-in Demo Songs designed to demonstrate the
capabilities of the Artis.
While using the Demo Function, the top line of the display shows the text “Demo”, the
Demo number, and the total number of available Demos. The center of the display shows
the ID number and name of selected Demo Song. Use the Alpha Wheel, Value buttons or
the Param/Channel Up or Down buttons to select another demo from the list. The 13 & 14
Program/Multi button LEDs blink when using the Demo Function.
Press the Cancel Soft Button to exit the Demo Function.
In Program Mode, use the Program Demo Function to play a built-in Demo Song that
demonstrates the selected Program. The 11 & 12 Program/Multi button LEDs blink when
using the Program Demo Function.
Press the Cancel soft button to exit the Program Demo Function.
5-6
The Operating Modes
Multi Edit Mode
For more detailed information on Multi Edit Mode, see Multi Edit Mode on page 5-7.
5-7
The Operating Modes
Multi Edit Mode
5-8
Program Mode
About Program Mode
Chapter 6
Program Mode
This chapter will help familiarize you with the features of Program Mode.
Programs are essentially the different sounds of a MIDI instrument—they are preset
instrument sounds equivalent to the “patches,” “presets,” or “voices” that you find on other
keyboards.
6-1
Program Mode
Selecting Programs
Selecting Programs
The Artis features two Program Banks, one of which contains 256 factory Programs, and
the other Bank is reserved for up to 256 User Programs. Both the factory and User Banks
are split into 16 categories of 16 Programs each.
When you are in Program Mode, there are a few ways to select Programs.
• To select a Program in the current Category, press the relevant Program/Multi
button.
• To select a Program in a different Category, press the Category button of choice and
then a Program/Multi button to select from the 16 Programs in the Category.
• To select the default Program from a Category, simply press the relevant Category
Button.
• Choosing a Program in the user Categories, while in the factory Categories, or
choosing a Program in a factory Category while in a user Category, requires pressing
the User button, followed by a Category button and then a Program/Multi button.
• The Alpha Wheel and the Next and Previous buttons allow you to advance through
the Programs one at a time. When you reach the end of the Category, advancing
further will go the the next Category.
• If a Program is assigned to a Favorite Button, pressing that button will go directly to
the assigned Program.
Program Demo
If you want to quickly hear what a Program sounds like, try the Program Demo Function.
In Program Mode only, pressing the 11 & 12 Program/Multi buttons performs the Program
Demo Function. The Program Demo Function plays a Demo Song for the currently selected
Program.
6-2
Program Mode
Selecting Programs
The Display
In Program Mode, the top line of the display shows the current Mode, MIDI transposition,
Category and MIDI Channel. The Program ID number and name are displayed in the center
of the display, and the Soft Buttons are displayed along the bottom line.
Factory Program Categories on the top line correspond with the labels above of the
Category Buttons. For User Programs, the Categories are labelled User 1, User 2 ... User 16.
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Program Mode
Selecting Programs
Pop Up Messages
Some actions cause the display to show pop up messages. After a short time the display
returns to show the current Program.
Alpha Wheel & Previous (–) and Next (+) Value Buttons
Use the Alpha Wheel or the Previous (-) and Next (+) buttons, to the right of the display
below the Alpha Wheel, to change the current Program. Turning the Alpha Wheel counter-
clockwise or pressing the Previous button will select the previous Program and turning the
Alpha Wheel clockwise or pressing the Next button will select the next Program. When
the highest or lowest Program is reached, the list will wrap back to the last or first Program
respectively.
When scrolling through the Program list, the list moves through each Category, both factory
and User.
If the User button is selected, Value Jump works the same way.
6-4
Program Mode
Selecting Programs
Each Category contains 16 Programs of a single instrument type. First select the Category
you want, then select one of the 16 Programs by pressing any of the Program/Multi buttons
numbered from 1 to 16.
You can also press one of the instrument Category buttons, then turn the Alpha Wheel
clockwise or press the Next button to advance to the next Program in the Category. When
you reach the end of a Category, the Artis automatically advances to the beginning of the
next Category. This will also work in reverse if you turn the Alpha Wheel counter-clockwise
or press the Previous button. In this case when you reach the beginning of a Category, Artis
automatically advances to the end of the previous Category. The 16 User Categories come
after the factory ones, but only non-empty programs can be selected this way.
6-5
Program Mode
Selecting Programs
You can only save a Program as a Category default for the Category that it belongs to. If you
try to save a Category default program to a different Category, you will see the following pop
up message in the display.
6-6
Program Mode
Selecting Programs
Choosing Favorites
You can save ten Favorite Programs (or Multis) from any Category to the ten Favorite
Buttons beneath the display. Once saved, these favorite Programs can be recalled from
any Mode with a single button press. To save the currently selected Program to a Favorite
Button, press and hold a Favorite Button until the display shows the message “Program
saved to favorite button.
6-7
Program Mode
Transposition
Transposition
The Transpose buttons can be used to change the tuning of notes played on the Artis
keyboard in semitones (ST), also known as half steps. This is a convenient way to change
the key of a song without learning to play it in a different key. The Transpose buttons are
located to the left of the keyboard, above the Pitch and Mod Wheels. The Transpose buttons
also transpose MIDI notes sent to the USB and MIDI out ports.
Press the Transpose - or + buttons to transpose the Artis keyboard down or up by one
semitone. The top line of the display shows the current transposition value. Pressing both
Transpose - and + simultaneously will reset the transposition to 0. To transpose up and
down by octave intervals (12 ST), press the Octav- and Octav+ soft buttons underneath the
display.
6-8
Program Mode
Parameter Assignments
Parameter Assignments
In Program Mode, each Program has factory set Program and Effect parameters assigned
to physical controllers (Sliders, Switch buttons, Mod Wheel, and Pedals). A parameter
assignment can modify an instrument sound during a performance to add variation or
expression. Moving a controller changes the value of the parameter. Any time you do this,
the display shows the Controller name, assigned parameter, and value. In Program Mode you
can also press the INFO soft button to see a list of controllers and assignments.
For most programs, Slider A is assigned to a filter or EQ parameter in order to control
brightness. Slider I controls reverb amount in all Programs, while Slider H usually controls a
second effect, such as delay/echo amount. The Variation button often enables an effect or
additional Program layer. The remaining controls have different assignments depending on
the selected Program.
If you make changes to the current Program using any of the controllers, the Save button’s
LED lights to indicate that a change has been made to that Program. For more information
on the Save button, see Save and Delete User Programs on page 6-18.
6-9
Program Mode
The Split Function
When you create a Split in Program Mode, you are in fact creating a Multi with two active
Zones (see Multi Mode on page 7-1, for more information on Multis). As previously
described, Multis are configurations of four Zones, each of which may have its own
Program and controller assignments.
The Split Function is convenient, as you do not need to use Multi Edit Mode to configure
Zone key ranges, Programs, and volumes. You can simply hit the Split button, and the Artis
automatically creates a Multi with two active Zones. The Program you were using in Program
Mode is used in the right hand of the Split as the Program for Zone 1. After this you can
choose a “Split Program” that will be used in the left hand of the Split as the Program for
Zone 2.
Once you have saved your Split as a Multi, you can continue to add Split or Layer Zones
to the Multi until you reach the maximum of four active Zones. The Artis will display a
message if you have already reached the maximum of four active Zones (see Multi Mode on
page 7-1, for more information on Multis).
6-10
Program Mode
The Split Function
There are four parameters (described below) that determine the behavior of the Split. Press
one of the four soft buttons on the bottom left of the display to access each of the Split
parameters.
6-11
Program Mode
The Split Function
Key (Split Key)
Press the KEY soft button to change the Key (Split Key) parameter. This parameter sets
the keyboard key that will be the boundary between the left and right hand Programs on the
keyboard. The selected key will be the highest note for the left-hand Split Program. All keys
higher than the Split Key will play the right-hand Program. By default, the Split Key is set to
B3. The Split Key can be selected using Assign , by holding down the Enter button and
then striking the desired key on the keyboard. The Split Key can also be selected by using the
Alpha Wheel, Previous/Next buttons, or by entering a number using the numbers printed
on the Program/Multi buttons. Split Key can be set to any key between A0 and C8.
Saving a Split
After setting the Split parameters, the Split can be saved as a Multi so that it can easily be
recalled in Multi Mode. Press the Save button to the left of the display to begin the saving
process.
See Save & Delete User Multis (page 7-12) in the Multi Mode Chapter for details on saving.
Once you have saved your Split as a Multi, you can continue to add Split or Layer Zones to
the Multi until you reach the maximum of four active Zones.
See the Split Function (page 7-8) and The Layer Function (page 7-10) in the Multi Mode
Chapter. Also, once you have saved your Split as a Multi, you can edit controller assignments
and other Multi parameters in Multi Edit Mode (see Multi Edit Mode on page 8-1 for
details)
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Program Mode
The Layer Function
When you create a Layer in Program Mode, you are in fact creating a Multi with two active
Zones (see Multi Mode on page 7-1, for more information on Multis). As previously
described, Multis are configurations of four Zones, each of which may have its own
Program and controller assignments.
The Layer Function is convenient, as you do not need to use Multi Edit Mode to configure
Zone key ranges, Programs, and volumes. You can simply hit the Layer button, and the Artis
automatically creates a Multi with two active Zones. The Program you were using in Program
Mode is used as the Program for Zone 1. After this you can choose a “Layer Program” that
will be used as the Program for Zone 2.
Once you have saved your Layer as a Multi, you can continue to add Layer or Split Zones
in Multi Mode until you reach the maximum of four active Zones. The Artis will display a
message when you have reached the maximum of four active Zones (see Multi Mode on
page 7-1, for more information on Multis)
6-13
Program Mode
The Layer Function
There are three parameters (described below) that determine the behavior of the Layer.
Press one of the three soft buttons on the bottom left of the display to access each of the
Layer parameters.
6-14
Program Mode
The Layer Function
Saving a Layer
After setting the Layer parameters, the Layer can be saved as a Multi so that it can easily be
recalled in Multi Mode. Press the Save button to the left of the display to begin the saving
process. See Save & Delete User Multis (page 7-12) in the Multi Mode Chapter for details on
saving.
Once you have saved your Layer as a Multi, you can continue to add Split or Layer Zones to
the Multi until you reach the maximum of four active Zones. See the Split Function (page
7-8) and The Layer Function (page 7-10) in the Multi Mode Chapter. Also, once you have
saved your Layer as a Multi, you can edit controller assignments and other Multi parameters
in Multi Edit Mode (see Multi Edit Mode on page 8-1 for details).
6-15
Program Mode
Changing the Transmit MIDI Channel
Pressing both Param/ Channel Up and Down at the same time will reset the current MIDI
Transmit channel to 1.
If a MIDI Channel is disabled, the Program name is shown with parenthesis and the
message “Channel disabled” on the line above.
MIDI Channels are enabled/disabled in Global Mode, see Channel Enable (ChanEn) on
page 9-10.
6-16
Program Mode
Panic
Panic
Pressing the 15 and 16 Program/Multi buttons simultaneously deactivates all sounding
notes and resets controller values by sending an “All Notes Off ” message and a “Reset All
Controllers” message on all 16 MIDI channels.
6-17
Program Mode
Save & Delete User Programs
To save the changes you’ve made, press the Save button once. The Save button’s LED begins
to blink and it calls up the Save Dialog.
The display shows the first available ID number and the current Program name. You can
save Programs with ID numbers from 257 to 512. When you initially press the Save button,
the Artis always selects the next available unused ID number and displays the current
Program name.
In the Save Dialog, there are two parameters available which allow you to specify the ID
number and rename the Program. Use the first parameter to change the ID number and the
second to rename the Program.
Changing ID Numbers
6-18
Program Mode
Save & Delete User Programs
To change the ID number press the ID soft button, turn the Alpha Wheel or use the Value
buttons to select the new ID number. You can also use the Category and Program/Multi
buttons to select an ID number, which is useful for organizing user Programs by Category.
To do this, first select a Category button, then select a Program/Multi button to select an ID
within that category.
The display shows the current Program name. Program names can total 16 characters in
length. Use the letters and numbers printed on the Program/Multi buttons to enter the new
Program name.
Press the Previous or Next button to move the cursor. Press the +/- button to switch
between upper and lower case characters (all characters will be upper case until you press the
+/- button again).
Use the Space button to change the current character to a space, the Insert button to insert a
blank space (the selected character and all characters to the right will move one space to the
right), and the Delete button to delete the current character (all the characters to the right
will move one space to the left).
6-19
Program Mode
Save & Delete User Programs
6-20
Program Mode
Save & Delete User Programs
Press the Yes button to delete the Program, or No to cancel and exit.
6-21
Program Mode
INFO
INFO
Press the INFO soft button to select the Program Info page.
The Program Info page shows a list of parameter assignments for the currently selected
Program. This is a list of Program and effects parameters that are assigned to be controlled
by the physical controllers of the Artis (Sliders, Pedals, Switches, Mod Wheel, etc.), or by
MIDI continuous controller messages sent from external MIDI equipment. Use the Param/
Channel buttons to the left of the display to scroll through the list. Press the Back soft
button to return to the Program Mode main page.
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Multi Mode
About Multi Mode
Chapter 7
Multi Mode
This chapter will help familiarize you with the features of Multi Mode.
Multis are configurations of four Zones (explained below in About Zones), each of which
may have its own Program, controller assignments, and MIDI transmit channel. A Zone can
also be configured to control an external sound module or computer software through a
MIDI or USB cable.
While you are in Multi Mode, the Multi button’s indicator LED is illuminated.
When you enter Multi Mode after powering on the Artis, the Category Default Multi in the
Piano1 Category will be selected, either Multi 1 (factory default) or a Multi you pick as a
Category Default Multi, see Choosing Category Default Multis on page 7-4.
7-1
Multi Mode
Selecting Multis
Selecting Multis
When you are in Multi Mode, there a few ways to select Multis.
• To select any Multi in the current Category, press a Program/Multi Button.
• To select a Multi in a different Category, press the Category Button of choice and
then the Program/Multi Button to select from the 16 Multis in the Category.
• To select the Category Default Multi, simply press a Category Button.
• To switch between the Factory and User Multis, press the User Button, followed by a
Category button and then a Program/Multi button.
• The Alpha Wheel and the Next and Previous buttons allow you to advance through
the Multis one at a time. When you reach the end of the Category, advancing further
will go to the next Category.
• If a Multi is assigned to a Favorite Button, pressing that button will go directly to the
assigned Multi.
The Display
In Multi Mode, the top line of the display shows the current Mode, MIDI transposition and
category. The body of the display shows the Multi ID number and name.
Factory Multi Categories on the top line correspond with the labels above of the Category
Buttons. For User Multis, the Categories are labelled User 1, User 2 ... User 16.
Pop Up Messages
Some actions cause the display to show pop up messages. After a short time the display
returns to show the current Multi.
7-2
Multi Mode
Selecting Multis
Alpha Wheel & Previous (–) and Next (+) Value Buttons
Use the Alpha Wheel or the Value buttons, to the right of the display below the Alpha
Wheel, to change the current Multi. Turning the Alpha Wheel counter-clockwise or pressing
the Previous button will select the previous Multi and turning the Alpha Wheel clockwise
or pressing the Next button will select the next Multi. When the highest or lowest Multi is
reached, the list will wrap back to the last or first Multi respectively.
7-3
Multi Mode
Selecting Multis
Each Category contains 16 Multis. First select the Category you want, then select one of the
16 Multis by pressing any of the Program/Multi buttons numbered from 1 to 16.
You can save one Category Default Multi per Category button.
7-4
Multi Mode
Selecting Multis
Choosing Favorites
You can save ten Favorite Multis (or Programs) from any Category to the ten Favorite
Buttons beneath the display. Once saved, these Favorite Multis can be recalled from any
Mode with a single button press. To save the currently selected Multi to a Favorite Button,
press and hold a Favorite Button until the display shows the message “Multi saved to favorite
button.”
7-5
Multi Mode
About Zones
About Zones
Zones are the independent regions of the keyboard that make up a Multi.
A Multi has four Zones, each one having its own Program, controller assignments, and
MIDI transmit channel. Zones can be mutually exclusive regions of the keyboard, or
they can overlap. A Zone can also be configured to control an external sound module or
computer software through a MIDI or USB cable.
Muting Zones
Pressing a Zone button will mute or unmute the Zone. An active/unmuted Zone button has
a lit LED. The LED of an inactive/muted Zone button is not lit.
7-6
Multi Mode
Transposition
Transposition
The Transpose buttons can be used to change the tuning of notes played on the Artis
keyboard in semitones (ST), also known as half steps. This is a convenient way to change
the key of a song without learning to play it in a different key. The Transpose buttons are
located to the left of the keyboard, above the Pitch and Mod Wheels. The Transpose buttons
also transpose MIDI notes sent to the USB and MIDI out ports.
Press the Transpose - or + buttons to transpose the Artis keyboard down or up by one
semitone. The top line of the display shows the current transposition value. Pressing both
Transpose - and + simultaneously will reset the transposition to 0. To transpose up and
down by octave intervals (12 ST), press the Octav- and Octav+ soft buttons underneath the
display.
7-7
Multi Mode
The Split Function
When you create a Split in a Multi, you are in fact activating a new Zone within the current
Multi. If the current Multi already has its maximum of four active Zones and you press the
Split Function soft button, then a message will appear on the display indicating that you
have reached the maximum of four active Zones. Once you have saved your Split, you can
continue to add Split or Layer Zones to the Multi until you reach the maximum of four
active Zones.
The Split Function is convenient, as you do not need to use Multi Edit Mode to configure
Zone key ranges, Programs, and volumes. You can simply press the Split button, and the
Artis automatically activates another Zone in the Multi for you. The previously active Zones
are used in the right hand of the Split. After this you can choose a “Split Program” that will
be used in the left hand of the Split as the Program for the newly activated Zone.
There are four parameters (described below) that determine the behavior of the Split. Press
one of the four soft buttons on the bottom left of the display to access each of the Split
parameters.
7-8
Multi Mode
The Layer Function
Initially the last used Split Program will be selected, or the default Split Program (210
Motown Bass) if this is the first time using the Split Function since power-up. Choose a Split
Program using the Category and Program/Multi buttons, the Alpha Wheel, or the Previous/
Next buttons.
Saving a Split
After setting the Split parameters, press the Save button to the left of the display to begin
the saving process. See Save & Delete User Multis (page 7-12) for details on saving. Once
you have saved your Split, you can continue to add Split or Layer Zones to the Multi until
you reach the maximum of four active Zones. Also, once you have saved your Split, you can
edit controller assignments and other Multi parameters in Multi Edit Mode (see Multi Edit
Mode on page 8-1 for details).
7-9
Multi Mode
The Layer Function
When you create a Layer in a Multi, you are in fact activating a Zone within the current
Multi. If the current Multi already has its maximum of four active Zones and you press the
Layer Function soft button, then a message will appear on the display indicating that you
have reached the maximum of four active Zones. Once you have saved your Layer, you can
continue to add Layer or Split Zones to the Multi until you reach the maximum of four
active Zones.
The Layer Function is convenient, as you do not need to use Multi Edit Mode to configure
Zone key ranges, Programs, and volumes. You can simply press the Layer soft button, and
the Artis automatically activates another Zone in the Multi to layer with the previously active
Zones. After this you can choose a “Layer Program” that will be used as the Program for
newly activated Zone.
There are three parameters (described below) that determine the behavior of the Layer.
Press one of the three soft buttons on the bottom left of the display to access each of the
Layer parameters.
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Multi Mode
The Layer Function
Initially the last used Layer Program will be selected, or the default Layer Program (192 Add
a Pad 2) if this is the first time using the Layer Function since power-up. Choose a Layer
Program using the Category and Program/Multi buttons, the Alpha Wheel, or the Previous/
Next buttons.)
Saving a Layer
After setting the Layer parameters, press the Save button to the left of the display to begin
the saving process. See Save & Delete User Multis on page 7-12 for details on saving.
Once you have saved your Layer, you can continue to add Split or Layer Zones to the Multi
until you reach the maximum of four active Zones. Also, once you have saved your Layer,
you can edit controller assignments and other Multi parameters in Multi Edit Mode (see
Multi Edit Mode on page 8-1 for details).
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Multi Mode
Save & Delete User Multis
You can save Multis with ID numbers from 257 to 512. When you initially press the Save
button, Artis always selects the next available unused ID number and displays the current
Multi name.
In the Save Dialog, there are two parameters available which allow you to specify the ID
number and rename the Multi. Use the first parameter to change the ID number and the
second to rename the Multi.
7-12
Multi Mode
Save & Delete User Multis
Changing ID Numbers
To change the ID number press the ID soft button, turn the Alpha Wheel or use the Value
buttons to select the new ID number. You can also use the Category and Program/Multi
buttons to select an ID number, which is useful for organizing user Multis by Category. To
do this, first select a Category button, then select a Program/Multi button to select an ID
within that category.
If you choose an ID that is already in use, you will see a warning message.
Confirm overwriting of the existing Multi, by pressing Save, or choose a different ID.
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Multi Mode
Save & Delete User Multis
The display shows the current Multi name. Multi names can total 16 characters in length.
Use the letters and numbers printed on the Program/Multi buttons to enter the new
Program name.
Press the Previous or Next button to move the cursor. Press the +/- button to switch
between upper and lower case characters (all characters will be upper case until you press the
+/- button again).
Use the Space button to change the current character to a space, the Insert button to insert a
blank space (the selected character and all characters to the right will move one space to the
right), and the Delete button to delete the current character (all the characters to the right
will move one space to the left).
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Multi Mode
Save & Delete User Multis
7-15
Multi Mode
Save & Delete User Multis
To delete a User Multi, select the Multi and press the DELETE soft button.
Press the Yes soft button to delete the Multi, or No to cancel and exit.
7-16
Multi Edit Mode
About Multi Edit Mode
Chapter 8
Multi Edit Mode
This chapter will help familiarize you with the features of Multi Edit Mode.
NOTE : Before you read this chapter, be sure to read Multi Mode on
page 7-1 for a full description of Multis.
Multi Edit Mode allows you to edit and create Multis and gives you access to a Multi’s
common parameters and Zone specific parameters. Multis are configurations of four Zones,
each of which may have its own Program, controller assignments, and MIDI transmit
channel. A Zone can also be configured to control an external sound module or computer
software through a MIDI or USB cable.
In Multi Edit Mode, you can customize the Program, controller assignments, and MIDI
transmit channel of the Zones in a Multi, in addition to many other parameters. Any Multi
can be edited in Multi Edit Mode and saved to one of the 256 User locations.
8-1
Multi Edit Mode
About Multi Edit Mode
To enter Multi Edit Mode, first press the Multi Mode button to enter Multi Mode, then press
the EDIT soft button.
Once you are in Multi Edit Mode, press the soft buttons at the bottom of the screen
to navigate to each of the Multi Edit Mode pages. See the sections below for details on
navigating and changing parameters and Zones. All parameters apply only to the currently
selected Zone, except for parameters on the Common Page, which apply to all Zones..
8-2
Multi Edit Mode
Selecting Parameters
Selecting Parameters
The Display
In Multi Edit Mode, the top line of the display shows the current Mode, Page, Zone
number, and parameter number as well as the total number of available parameters.
Changing Zones
Pressing the Zone soft button changes the currently selected Zone. Press the Zone soft
button to cycle through the four available Zones. The top line of the display shows the
current Zone number.
A Zone can also be selected using Assign . Hold the Enter button and press a Zone Mute
button to select that Zone.
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Selecting Parameters
Use the Param / Channel buttons to scroll through the list of parameters on each page.
Alpha Wheel & Previous (–) and Next (+) Value Buttons
Use the Alpha Wheel or the Value buttons, to the right of the display below the Alpha
Wheel, to change the selected parameter value. Turning the Alpha Wheel counter-clockwise
or pressing the Previous button will select the previous value and turning the Alpha Wheel
clockwise or pressing the Next button will select the next value.
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Selecting Parameters
Assign
Assign is the secondary function of the Enter button.
The Assign symbol will be shown in the display next to parameters that can be selected with
Assign.
Pressing a key, switch, or moving a controller while holding down the Enter button will
perform Assign in the following cases.
Enter + Controller
In Multi Edit Mode, holding the Enter button and moving a controller (a Slider, Switch
button, Mod Wheel or Pedal) will jump to selecting the destination parameter of that
controller in the current Zone. This allows you to quickly assign a controller to a destination.
In Multi Edit Mode, holding the Enter button and moving the Pitch Wheel up or down
will jump to selecting the Bend Range Up or Bend Range Down parameters of the current
Zone.
Enter + Key
In Multi Edit Mode with the Low Key or High Key parameter selected, hold the Enter
button and strike a key to set the Low Key or High Key.
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Zone Parameters
Zone Parameters
Each of the four Zones in a Multi has multiple parameters that determine its behavior. Since
the Zones of a Multi are independent of each other, changing a parameter for a certain
Zone will not affect the parameters of any other Zone.
The Zone parameters for each page are explained in detail below.
MAIN Page
Program
The Program parameter determines the Program to be loaded for the currently selected
Zone. You can set this parameter to any Artis Program (1 – 512). The display shows the
Program number and name.
The Value Jump double button press (Previous and Next buttons) jumps to selecting the
first Program of each Category, as well as the Category Default Program of each Category
(if a Category Default Program has been set).
Editing this parameter also changes the MIDI Bank and MIDI Program parameters,
described later.
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Zone Parameters
MIDI Channel
The MIDI Channel parameter determines the MIDI transmit and receive channel for the
currently selected Zone. You can set this parameter to any of the 16 MIDI channels (1-16).
Pressing Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will set this parameter to 1.
You can assign different Zones to the same channel, but only one Program can be loaded in
a channel at a particular time.
Destination
The Destination parameter determines whether MIDI data generated by the keyboard and
physical controllers of the currently selected Zone is sent to an Artis Program, through
the MIDI Out/USB ports, or all three. You can set this parameter to any of the three
destinations for this parameter:
Note that this parameter works in conjunction with the Global parameter of the same name
(see page 9-8) and both are active. They act like filters, so if one is set to MIDI, and the
other is set to Local + MIDI, transmission will be limited to MIDI only.
1. Local
When Destination is set to Local, MIDI data from the Zone is sent only to the Artis
Program. MIDI data from this Zone is not sent to the MIDI Out and USB ports.
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2. MIDI
When Destination is set to MIDI, MIDI data from the Zone is sent only to the MIDI Out
and USB ports. MIDI data is not sent to an Artis Program on this Zone.
3. Local + MIDI
When Destination is set to Local + MIDI, MIDI data from the Zone is sent to an Artis
Program and to the MIDI Out and USB ports.
NOTE : MIDI Out applies to the 5-pin MIDI Out and USB ports.
Select the desired destination depending on your needs for that zone.. If you want to play
the Artis, but not send any MIDI information to other MIDI instruments, then select Local.
If you want to use the Artis strictly as a MIDI controller for the other modules in your
MIDI chain, then select MIDI. If you want to make use of the Artis’s sounds as well as use
it as a MIDI controller, then select Local+MIDI.
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Multi Edit Mode
Zone Parameters
Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously (Value Jump) will set this parameter
to Local+MIDI.
Status
The Status parameter determines whether the currently selected Zone is active or muted.
You can set this parameter to either of two states: Active or Muted.
Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will set this parameter to Active.
Entry Volume
The Entry Volume parameter determines the Volume MIDI message that the currently
selected Zone sends when the Multi is loaded. You can set this parameter to any volume
setting from None, 0 to 127.
Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will set this parameter to 127. None
is entered as -1.
Entry Pan
The Entry Pan parameter determines the Pan MIDI message that the currently selected
Zone sends when the Multi is loaded. You can set this parameter to any pan setting from
None, 0 (full left pan) to 127 (full right pan). To pan to center, select 64 for this parameter.
Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will set this parameter to 64. None is
entered as -1.
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Zone Parameters
KEYS Page
Transpose
The Transpose parameter determines the transposition for the currently selected Zone. You
can set this to any value from -128 semitones to 127 semitones.
Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will set this parameter to 0.
Low Key
The Low Key parameter determines the lower boundary of the currently selected Zone.
You can set this parameter to any note from C-1 to G9. Pressing both Value buttons
simultaneously will set this parameter to C-1.
If, for example, you set Low Key to C4, then only keys at or above C4 will trigger a note for
the currently selected Zone. Keys below C4 will not trigger a note.
Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will set this parameter to C-1.
High Key
The High Key parameter determines the higher boundary of the currently selected Zone.
You can set this parameter to any note from C-1 to G9.
If, for example, you set High Key to C4, then only keys at or below C4 will trigger a note for
the currently selected Zone. Keys above C4 will not trigger a note.
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Zone Parameters
Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will set this parameter to G9.
Low Velocity
The Low Velocity parameter determines the lowest velocity that a keystroke must have in
order to trigger a note in the currently selected Zone. You can set this parameter to any
velocity between 1 and 127.
If, for example, you set Low Velocity to 20, then only keystrokes with velocities of 20 or
above will trigger a note. Keystrokes with velocities lower than 20 will not trigger a note.
Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will set this parameter to 1.
High Velocity
The High Velocity parameter determines the highest velocity that a keystroke must have
in order to trigger a note in the currently selected Zone. You can set this parameter to
any velocity between 1 and 127. Pressing both Value buttons simultaneously will set this
parameter to 127.
If, for example, you set High Velocity to 80, then only keystrokes with velocities of 80 or
below will trigger a note. Keystrokes with velocities higher than 80 will not trigger a note.
Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will set this parameter to 127.
Note Map
Note Map lets you change the way notes are sent from the Artis.
A setting of Off, no notes are sent but controllers and other non-note data are. If you set
Note Map to Constant, all of the keys on the keyboard will play the same note. A Note
Map setting of Constant is useful for layering a single drum sound over another Zone, for
example layering a ride cymbal over a Zone containing a Bass program. The note defaults to
C4, but you can change this with the Transpose parameter.
With Note Map set to Linear, all notes go out as played.
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Zone Parameters
MIDI Page
MIDI Bank
The MIDI Bank parameter determines the MIDI Bank change message that the currently
selected Zone sends when the Multi is loaded. You can set this parameter to a MIDI Bank
change message from 0 to 127.
When using the Artis as a MIDI controller, sending a MIDI Bank change message (along
with a MIDI Program change message) when a Multi is loaded ensures that the Program
loaded on the other sound modules in your MIDI chain is the Program that you want.
For example, if you’ve configured a Multi to work in a specific way with Program 32 in
Bank 5 of a connected sound module, then set MIDI Bank to 5 and MIDI Program to 32.
This way, whenever you load this Multi, the sound module will automatically load Program
32 in Bank 5. Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will set this parameter
to the Bank number of the currently selected Local Program.
NOTE : When you change the Program parameter, the MIDI Bank
and MIDI Program parameters will automatically change to match the
Bank and Program numbers of the Program that you select for Local
Program. For example, if you choose Program 178, then MIDI Bank
will change to 1 and MIDI Program will change to 49.
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Zone Parameters
MIDI Program
The MIDI Program parameter determines the MIDI Program change message that the
currently selected Zone sends when the Multi is loaded. You can set this parameter to a
MIDI Program change message from 0 to 127.
When using the Artis as a MIDI controller, sending a MIDI Program change message
(along with a MIDI bank change message) when a Multi is loaded ensures that the Program
loaded on the other sound modules in your MIDI chain is the Program that you want. For
example, if you’ve configured a Multi to work in a specific way with Program 32 in Bank 5
of a connected sound module, then set MIDI Bank to 5 and MIDI Program to 32. This
way, whenever you load this Multi, the sound module will automatically load Program 32 in
Bank 5.
Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will set this parameter to the
Program number of the currently selected Local Program.
NOTE : When you change the Program parameter, the MIDI Bank
and MIDI Program parameters will automatically change to match the
Bank and Program numbers of the Program that you select for Local
Program. For example, if you choose Program 178, then MIDI Bank
will change to 1 and MIDI Program will change to 49.
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Zone Parameters
Entry Program Change
The Entry Program Change parameter determines whether or not the currently selected
Zone will send a MIDI Program change message when the Multi is loaded. You can set
this parameter to either Off or On. When set to On, the Zone will send a MIDI Program
change message with the Program specified for the MIDI Program parameter.
Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will set this parameter to On.
Bank Mode
The Bank Mode parameter determines the controller number with which MIDI Bank
change messages are transmitted. For MIDI Bank change messages, various manufacturers
have chosen different MIDI controller numbers. Most have chosen 0, 32, or both. In the
case of the Kurzweil K2600, it responds to controller 32, but is limited to 100 programs per
bank. Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will set this parameter to Ctl
0/32.
You can set this parameter to any of the following:
Ctl0 MIDI Bank change messages are sent with controller number 0.
Ctl32 MIDI Bank change messages are sent with controller number 32.
Ctl0/32 MIDI Bank change messages are sent with both controller numbers 0 and 32.
MIDI Bank change messages are sent with controller number 32. (K2600 Program
K2600
numbers 0-99.)
Bend Range Up
The Bend Range Up parameter determines the upper bend of the Pitch Wheel. You can set
this parameter to any value between 0 semitones and 127 semitones, or to Prog, which uses
the Bend Range of the currently selected Program for the Zone. The Bend Range Up value
can be entered numerically, and entering -1 will select Prog.
Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will select Prog, which uses the value
that the Program would use in Program Mode.
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Zone Parameters
CTRLS Page
Press the CTRLS soft button to view pages where you can set parameters for each of the
Artis physical controllers. Press the soft buttons at the bottom of the screen to navigate to
the page for each controller type. See the Continuous Controller Parameters section and
Switch Parameters section below for details on these parameters.
WHEEL page
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Zone Parameters
SLIDER page
PEDAL page
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Zone Parameters
SWITCHES page
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Multi Edit Mode
Zone Parameters
Mode
The Mode parameter determines the switching behavior of Foot Switches and buttons.
A momentary switch is one that is only in the “on” state when it is pressed.
Momentary
As soon as you release the switch, it goes into the “off” state.
A toggled switch is one that maintains its state after it is pressed. So, if the
Toggled switch is currently in the “off” state, pressing it once will put it in the “on”
state. Pressing it again will put it back in the “off” state.
Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will set this parameter to Toggled.
Dest (Destination)
The Destination parameter determines the Controller Destination for the currently selected
controller in the currently selected Zone. For a list of the Multi Destination Controllers and
their descriptions, see Destination on page 8-19.
Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will cycle this parameter through
these common settings: ModWheel, Volume, Sustain, DataInc, Pitch, ProgInc, TransUp, Off.
On Value
The On Value is the MIDI value sent when the switch is set to On. You can set this
parameter to any number between 0 and 127, or to None.
Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will set this parameter to 127.
Off Value
The Off Value is the MIDI value sent when the switch is set to Off. You can set this
parameter to any number between 0 and 127, or to None.
Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will set this parameter to 0.
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Zone Parameters
Entry State
The Entry State parameter determines the state of the Foot Switch or button that is sent as
a MIDI message when the current Multi is loaded. You can set this parameter to None, On,
or Off.
Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will set this parameter to None.
None can be entered with the alphanumeric function of the Program/Multi buttons as -1.
If Entry State is set to None, then when you load the current Multi, no value will be
transmitted. If you specify an Entry State, then a MIDI controller message with this value
will be sent when you load the current Multi.
Exit State
The Exit State parameter determines the state of the Foot Switch or button that is sent as a
MIDI message when the current Multi is exited. You can set this parameter to None, On, or
Off.
Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will set this parameter to None.
None is entered with the alphanumeric function of the Program/Multi buttons as -1.
If Exit State is set to None, then when you leave the current Multi by selecting anothre Multi
or Program, the Foot Switch or button will remain at whatever value corresponds to its
current position. If you specify an Exit State, then a MIDI controller message with this value
will be sent when you close the current Multi.
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Zone Parameters
Controlling Program Parameter Assignments from Multi Mode
Commonly you will want to assign a physical controller in a Multi to control the
same Program parameter that it controlled in Program Mode. In the Dest parameter
list, destinations that are assigned to parameters for the Program of the current
Zone will show the Program Parameter name to the right of the Destination Name.
Select one of these destinations to control an assigned Program parameter
Controller Controller
Description
Number Destination
By default, when you enter 0 or Clear for the Destination parameter, the
0 OFF/Bank destination will be assigned to OFF. To select Bank as the destination, use
the Value buttons.
1 MWheel Default destination for the Modulation Wheel
2 Breath Default assignment for breath controller in compatible synths
3 MIDI 03 MIDI Controller 3
4 Foot Default assignment for continuous foot controller in compatible synths
Monophonic Artis Programs respond to this Controller if portamento is
5 PortTim
turned on.
6 Data MIDI Controller 6
7 Volume MIDI Volume
8 Balance MIDI Balance
9 MIDI 09 MIDI Controller 9
10 Pan MIDI Pan
Default assignment for CC Pedal. In most Programs it acts as a volume
11 Express
control. It scales between 0 and the current value of Volume.
12 MIDI 12 Default assignment for Slider A
13 MIDI 13 Default assignment for Slider B
14-21 MIDI 14-21 MIDI Controllers 14-21
22 MIDI 22 Default assignment for Slider C
23 MIDI 23 Default assignment for Slider D
24 MIDI 24 Default assignment for Slider E
25 MIDI 25 Default assignment for Slider F
26 MIDI 26 Default assignment for Slider G
27 MIDI 27 Default assignment for Slider H
28 MIDI 28 Default assignment for Slider I
29 MIDI 29 Default assignment for Variation switch
30-31 MIDI 30-31 MIDI Controllers 30–31
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Zone Parameters
Controller Controller
Description
Number Destination
32 MIDI Bank MIDI Bank change message
33–63 MIDI 33–63 MIDI Controllers 33–63
64 Sustain Default destination for Sustain Pedal
65 MIDI 65
Default destination for Sostenuto Pedal (Sustains notes that are currently
66 Sostenuto
down, but not notes played subsequently.)
67 Soft Lowers the volume by a preset amount and may soften the timbre as well.
68 Legato Forces mono playback.
69 Freeze Envelopes freeze at current state.
70–79 MIDI 70–79 MIDI Controllers 70–79
80 MIDI 80 Default assignment for Switch 1
81 MIDI 81 Default assignment for Switch 2
82 MIDI 82 Default assignment for Switch 3
83 MIDI 83 Default assignment for Switch 4
84 Portamento Standard MIDI controller for setting Portamento starting note
85 MIDI 85 Default assignment for Switch 5
86 MIDI 86 Default assignment for Switch 6 (KB3 only)
87 MIDI 87 Default assignment for Switch 7 (KB3 only)
88 MIDI 88
89 MIDI 89 Default assignment for Switch 8 (KB3 only)
90 MIDI 90 Default assignment for Switch 9 (KB3 only)
91–95 MIDI 91–95 MIDI Controllers 94–95
96 Data Inc Equivalent to pressing the Next Value button
97 Data Dec Equivalent to pressing the Previous Value button
98 NRegParL Non–Registered Parameter Least Significant Byte
99 NRegParM Non–Registered Parameter Most Significant Byte
100 RegParL Registered Parameter Least Significant Byte
101 RegParM Registered Parameter Most Significant Byte
102–119 MIDI 102–119 MIDI Controllers 102–119
120 Sound Off Stops all sound in the corresponding channel.
121 RstCtls Resets Controllers to defaults in the corresponding channel.
122 Local
123 Notes Off Sends Note Off Message to all playing notes in the corresponding channel.
124 Poly
125 Omni
126 Mono On
127 Mono Off
128 Pitch Values above 64 and below 64 bend the pitch up and down, respectively.
129 PitchRev Values above 64 and below 64 bend the pitch down and up, respectively
130 PitchUp Values above 0 bend the pitch up
131 PitchDwn Values above 0 bend the pitch down
132 Pressure
133 Tempo Tempo
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COMMON Page
Controller Controller
Description
Number Destination
Triggers playback of notes by Key Number—e.g., C4 is 60. Send a velocity
134 KeyNum
first with Destination135, KeyVel.
135 KeyVel Key Velocity
136 ProgInc Program Increment—increments current Program number.
137 ProgDec Program Decrement—decrements current Program number.
138 ProgGoto Go to Program—selects Program.
139 MultiInc Multi Increment—increments current Multi number.
140 MultiDec Multi Decrement—increments current Multi number.
141 SetpGoto Go to Multi—selects Multi.
145 TransUp Transpose Up (ST)
146 TransDown Transpose Down (ST)
Entry Value
The Entry Value parameter determines the value of the continuous controller that is sent as
a MIDI message when the current Multi is loaded. You can set this parameter to any number
between 0 and 127, or to None.
Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will set this parameter to None.
If Entry Value is set to None, when you load the current Multi, no value will be sent. If you
specify an Entry Value, then a MIDI controller message with this value will be sent when
you load the current Multi.
Exit Value
The Exit Value parameter determines the value of the continuous controller that is sent as a
MIDI message when the current Multi is exited. You can set this parameter to any number
between 0 and 127, or to None.
Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will set this parameter to None.
If Exit Value is set to None, then when you leave the current Multi, the controller will
remain at whatever value corresponds to its current position. If you specify an Exit Value,
then a MIDI controller message with this value will be sent when you close the current
Multi.
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COMMON Page
COMMON Page
In addition to the Zone-specific parameters described above, a Multi has parameters
common to all of its Zones.
AuxFX
Use the AuxFX parameter to select a an Aux Effect Chain from the list that can be accessed
by all Programs in the current Multi. Setting this parameter to anything other than “0 None”
uses the selected Chain for the Aux Effect, and the Chain selected by the Aux FX Channel
parameter is disabled. When the AuxFX parameter is set to “0 None”, the Aux Effect Chain
for the Multi is determined by the Aux FX Channel parameter (described below.)
Aux FX Channel
In Program Mode, each Program has its own factory set Aux Effect Chain. Use the AuxFX
Channel parameter to use a Program’s factory set Aux Effect Chain in Multi Mode. All
programs in a Multi share one Aux Effect Chain.
To use a Program’s factory set Aux Effect Chain in Multi Mode, set the Aux FX Channel
parameter to the MIDI channel of the Zone containing that Progam.
If the AuxFX parameter is set to something other than “0 None”, the Chain selected with
Aux FX Channel parameter is disabled. See the AuxFx parameter above for details.
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COMMON Page
KB3 Channel
In the event there are more than one KB3 Programs specified in a Multi, this parameter
specifies which MIDI Channel has priority to load a KB3 Program. You can set this
parameter to a value between 1 and 16. Pressing both Value buttons simultaneously will set
this parameter to the channel in Zone 1.
Tempo
Sets the Tempo to a value between 20 and 320 beats per minute.
Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will set this parameter 120.
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About Auxiliary Effects
The Aux Send Level parameter (on each CH/PRG Zone page) determines the level the
auxiliary effect will process the sound for that Zone.
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Save and Delete User Multis
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Global Mode
About Global Mode
Chapter 9
Global Mode
This chapter will help familiarize you with the features of Global Mode.
To enter Global Mode from another Mode, press the Global Mode button.
While you are in Global Mode, the Global button’s indicator LED is lit.
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Global Mode
Selecting and Editing Parameters
When you enter Global Mode, the last selected parameter since power-up (or the Tune
parameter if you’re entering Global Mode for the first time since power-up) will be the
currently selected parameter.
MASTER Page
The MASTER page in Global Mode allows you to set up the feel and response of the
keyboard to your playing style, how effects are applied, tuning and the way things are
displayed on the Artis LCD display.
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Global Mode
MASTER Page
Tune
The Tuning parameter allows you to fine-tune the unit in cents—one cent is one hundredth
of a semitone (100 cents comprise a semitone). You can select any tuning from -100 cents to
100 cents. By default this parameter is set to 0.
Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will set this parameter to 0.
Velocity Map
The Velocity Map parameter determines the way the Artis generates MIDI velocity
information. Different maps generate different MIDI velocity values for the same physical
key strike velocity .
The default map (Medium) provides the widest range of velocity expression, but you may
want to choose a different map if the default does not suit your playing style. You can select
from any of the following settings:
Lightest Makes it increasingly easier to produce high MIDI velocity values for the
Lighter same key strike velocity (with Lightest being the easiest). These maps
Light work best for those with a light touch.
The Artis default map. Medium, allows MIDI velocities to pass
Medium
unchanged. It follows a linear response.
Hard Makes it increasingly harder to produce high MIDI velocity values for the
Harder same key strike velocity (with Hardest being the hardest). These maps
Hardest work best for those with a heavy touch.
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Global Mode
MASTER Page
Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will set this parameter to Medium.
View
The View parameter allows you to change the way that Programs and Multis are displayed.
The standard default view is Large. The screen shot below shows the View parameter set to
Grid.
FX Select (FXSel)
The FX Select (FXSel) parameter determines how the Artis responds to interrupts with
regards to effects. You can set this parameter to either Performance or Multitrack.
With FX Select set to Performance, the Artis minimizes disruption of existing effects
when changing Programs, and entry values will not disrupt sustained notes when changing
Programs in Program Mode.
When controlling the Artis from an external sequencer in Program Mode, setting FX Select
to Multitrack will minimize effect disruption.
Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will set this parameter to
Performance.
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Global Mode
MASTER Page
9-5
Global Mode
MASTER Page
This parameter determines whether a reminder message is shown during boot up of the
Artis, reminding you that the Artis will power off after a period of inactivity. By default
this setting is set to Show, and the other option is to Skip. If Auto Power Off (page 9-5) is
set to Disable, then this parameter has no effect, and no message is shown during the boot
cycle.
Pedal Noise
Some piano Programs have a Pedal Noise feature programmed into the sound. This
parameter allows you to turn the Pedal Noise off if you prefer not to use it. If it is on, it
will only activate noise on those Programs that have been programmed to use it.
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Global Mode
MASTER Page
CC Pedal Override
In a similar manner to Pedal Switch Overrides, the Continuous Control Pedal can be set to
alternatives defaults. In this case the controllers that the CC Pedal can be set to are: Mod
Wheel (MIDI CC 1), Foot/Wah (MIDI CC 4), Volume (MIDI CC7), Expression (MIDI
CC11) and Pressure.
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Global Mode
MIDI Page
MIDI Page
The Artis can transmit and receive MIDI via its MIDI ports and USB. The MIDI page in
Global Mode allows you to configure how this will be handled.
Destination
The Destination parameter determines the destination of MIDI data generated by striking
keys or activating controllers. This data can be sent to the Artis sound engine, through the
MIDI out ports, or both. You can set this parameter to any of the three destinations for this
parameter:
Note that this parameter is always active and works in conjunction with the Multi Mode
Destination parameter (see page 8-7). These parameters act like filters, so if the Multi
Mode Destination parameter is set to Local + MIDI and the Global Mode parameter is set
to Local, the MIDI data will only be transmitted locally.
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Global Mode
MIDI Page
NOTE : MIDI OUT applies to the 5-pin MIDI OUT and USB ports.
Local MIDI data is sent only to the Artis sound engine. MIDI Out is disabled.
MIDI data is sent only through MIDI Out. The sounds of the Artis are
MIDI
disabled
Local+MIDI MIDI data is sent both to the Artis sound engine and through the MIDI Out.
If you want to play the Artis, but not send any MIDI information to other MIDI
instruments, then select Local.
If you want to use the Artis strictly as a MIDI controller for the other modules in your
MIDI chain, then select MIDI.
If you want to make use of the Artis’s sounds as well as use it as a MIDI controller, then
select Local+MIDI.
Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will set this parameter to
Local+MIDI.
Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will set this parameter to 0/32.
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Global Mode
MIDI Page
Program Change
When Program Change (ProgChg) is set to On, the Artis sends program change commands
to its USB or MIDI port when you select Programs/Multis from the front panel. or from
your MIDI controller. Select a value of Off when you want to change Programs/Multis on
the Artis but don’t want to send program change commands to the USB or MIDI out port.
Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will set this parameter to On.
Program Mode
When you’re in Program Mode, the local keyboard channel remaps incoming information to
the Artis’s current channel. When using the local keyboard channel all the MIDI information
received on the Local Keyboard Channel also gets sent, after being remapped to the Artis’s
MIDI Out and USB ports.
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Global Mode
MIDI Page
You may find it more convenient to use the local keyboard channel. In this case, the Artis
remaps incoming MIDI to the Artis’s current channel, so in Program Mode, you’ll always
play the Program on the Artis’s current channel. Incoming MIDI also gets sent to the Artis’s
MIDI Out and USB port. When this parameter is set, you will need to transmit on the local
keyboard channel from your DAW or controller keyboard for the Artis to respond correctly.
Multi Mode
Things are a bit different for playing Multis. In this case, you must use the Local Keyboard
Channel to be able to play and control all of the Multis Zones. Set Local Key Channel to
match the channel your external MIDI source is using (if for example your MIDI source
transmits on Channel 1, set Local Key Channel to 1). All MIDI information that the
Artis receives on the local keyboard channel gets remapped to the channels and control
destinations used by the Zones in the Multi.
The Artis also remaps certain MIDI Controller messages that it receives on the Local
Keyboard Channel, so that they correspond (in most cases) to the default assignments for
the Artis’s physical controllers (Mod Wheel, sliders, etc.). Physical controller assignments are
handled by Multis, and are defined per Zone in Multi Edit Mode. Each Zone of a Multi has
its own controller assignments.
Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will set this parameter to None.
Sysex ID
The SysEx ID parameter determines the ID number for the unit if you are using more than
one device with the same MIDI manufacturer ID number. You can set this parameter to any
number from 0 to 127.
Unless you have multiple Artis keyboards receiving Sysex messages from a single source, you
will not need to change the Sysex ID from the default setting of 0.
If you do have multiple Artiss receiving Sysex messages from a single source, make sure
each Artis has a different Sysex ID. This will allow you to direct Sysex messages to the
appropriate Artis by specifying which unit with the Sysex ID byte that’s included with every
Sysex message.
To have the unit respond to Sysex messages regardless of the Sysex ID, set Sysex ID to 127.
Pressing both Previous & Next buttons simultaneously will set this parameter to 0.
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Global Mode
INFO Page
INFO Page
The INFO page contains the system information indicating what version of operating
system and objects is currently installed in your Artis keyboard.
Go to the Kurzweil website at http://www.kurzweil.com and make sure that you have the
latest operating system available.
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Global Mode
LOAD Page
LOAD Page
The LOAD button allows you to load a file containing previously saved User Programs and
User Multis from a computer or storage device connected to the Artis via USB.
Before you press the LOAD selection button in Global Mode, make sure you have plugged
the USB device containing your User Programs and/or Multis into the back of the Artis.
If your User Programs/Multis are located on your computer or Tablet, then use the cable
that plugs into the computer/Tablet USB port on the rear panel of Artis.
If your User Programs/Multis are located on a USB flash drive, plug them into the Device
USB port on the rear panel of Artis.
It is important for you to be aware of what USB port you have plugged into on Artis, as it
will ask you from which USB port to load sounds from.
Pressing LOAD
Press the LOAD button when you have the hardware containing your User Programs/Multis
plugged into the USB port.
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Global Mode
LOAD Page
The next LOAD screen requires you to select which USB port to look for the hardware
containing your User Programs/Multis.
If no USB connection is detected by the Artis, you will see the following screen. In this case
you will need to now connect your USB cable to either the the computer/Tablet or Device
USB slot.
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Global Mode
LOAD Page
Selecting PC
If have you chosen PC, you have selected to load User Programs/Multis from either your
computer or Tablet. The Artis will now create a temporary folder on your computer/Tablet.
Drag and drop the User Programs/Multis into the temporary folder on your computer/
Tablet.
You now have the option how the User Programs/Multis will be loaded into Artis. Selection
is either FILL or OVWRTE.
Selecting FILL means you would like to keep the existing Programs or
FILL Multis. Artis will now load the User Programs/Multis into the first empty
ID slot it finds, and then subsequent empty slots.
Selecting OVWRTE first deletes all the existing User Programs or
OVERWRITE
Multis, and then loads the new User Programs or Multis into the first
(OVWRTE)
user location at ID number 257 onwards.
Select which method you would like to use. Press Cancel if you would like to abort.
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Global Mode
LOAD Page
Selecting Device
If you have chosen Device, the Artis shows a screen listing files on the device.
Selecting FILL means you would like to keep the existing Programs or
FILL Multis. Artis will now load the User Programs/Multis into the first empty
ID slot it finds, and then subsequent empty slots.
Selecting OVWRTE first deletes all the existing User Programs or
OVERWRITE
Multis, and then loads the new User Programs or Multis into the first
(OVWRTE)
user location at ID number 257 onwards.
Select which method you would like to use. Press Cancel if you would like to abort.
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Global Mode
STORE Page
STORE Page
The STORE button allows you to save a file containing User Programs and User Multis
currently in the Artis to a computer or storage device connected via a USB connection.
Before you press the STORE selection button in Global Mode, make sure you have plugged
the USB device into the Artis.
If you are saving sounds to your computer or Tablet, then use the cable that plugs into the
computer/Tablet USB port on the rear panel of the Artis.
If you are saving sounds to a USB flash drive, plug them into the Device USB port on the
rear panel of the Artis.
It is important for you to be aware of what USB port you have plugged into on the Artis, as
it will ask you which USB port to store sounds to.
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Global Mode
STORE Page
Pressing STORE
Press the STORE button when you have a storage device plugged into a USB port.
The next STORE screen requires you to select which USB port you will be using to save
your User Programs/Multis.
After selecting the USB destination you wish to store your sounds to, the Artis will now
promt you to enter a save file name.
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Global Mode
STORE Page
Use the alphanumeric function of the Program/Multi buttons to enter a file name (8
character limit) and press Save. Select Cancel if you do not wish save anything and exit. The
Artis uses the file extension of ART.
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Global Mode
RESET Page
RESET Page
The RESET button allows you to reset the Artis back to varying default states. You can reset
just the Global Mode parameters, or all user Programs and user Multis along with the Global
parameters.
Press the RESET button to enter the reset process. You can CANCEL at any time if you are
unsure, or do not want to proceed.
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Global Mode
RESET Page
Press CANCEL if you are unsure, or do not wish to proceed with the reset.
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Global Mode
RESET Page
Selecting “No”:
Press “Cancel” if you are unsure, or do not wish to proceed with the reset.
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Global Mode
RESET Page
Press “Yes” if you wish to erase all the User Programs & User Multis and Global parameters.
Press “Cancel” if you are unsure, or do not wish to proceed with the reset.
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System Mode
Chapter 10
System Mode
CAUTION: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MAKE ANY CHANGES IN SYSTEM
MODE UNTIL YOU HAVE READ AND FULLY UNDERSTOOD THIS
CHAPTER
This chapter will help you familiarize yourself with the functions of System Mode.
System Mode allows you manage and upgrade the OS software of your Artis as well as
perform diagnostic tests of the instrument’s various internal systems and processes. Note
that the functions that you have access to in System Mode govern the operation of your
Artis, so only use System Mode when you must perform essential maintenance tasks.
To enter System Mode, follow these steps:
1. Power off your Artis.
2. Press and the hold the ENTER button, and power on the unit. Make sure to keep
holding the ENTER button until the display shows the following:
3. Release the ENTER button—at this point, you are in System Mode.
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System Mode
Run Artis
Run Artis
This is the first System Mode menu item.
Pressing the “Run Artis” soft button will load the OS and the Artis will start up as if you
just switched on the unit.
If the Artis operating system fails to load up, you will see an error message with an error
code.
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System Mode
System Update
System Update
System Update allows you to keep your Artis running the latest available OS (Operating
System), which you can download from the Kurzweil website.
The file that is used to install a new OS version with sounds is combined into one file called
a KUF file (.KUF).
A USB flash drive or computer (using a USB cable) can be used to perform the System
Update.
2. Connect the flash drive to the USB STORAGE slot of Artis (powered off).
3. Follow the instructions specified on page 10-1 to enter System Mode.
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System Mode
System Update
4. In System Mode, select System Update.
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System Mode
System Update
6. If the system was able to read the USB flash drive that was plugged in, it will display
a list of files and folders as shown above. You can use the Chan Up/Down or Alpha
wheel to move up and down the list. Select the UP soft button if you want to go up to
the parent directory level. If the KUF file is selected, select the OK button.
You will see a progress bar indicating the progress. If update was successful you will see a
confirmation message. If there was a failure you will see a self-explanatory failure message
(with error code) to indicate the failure.
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System Mode
System Update
10-6
System Mode
System Update
6. If the Artis cannot detect a connection to the computer it will display the message
below.
7. If the connection was detected, you will be prompted with the above message. Copy the
KUF file to the virtual drive that appears on the PC and press OK.
8. Select the file from the list displayed on the next screen and Press OK.
You will see a progress bar indicating the progress. If update was successful you will see a
confirmation message. If there was a failure you will see a self-explanatory failure message
(with error code) to indicate the failure.
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System Mode
Run Diagnostics
Run Diagnostics
You will most likely not need to use the Run Diagnostics operations in normal cases.
These operations are mostly used at the factory and service centers by technicians for
troubleshooting hardware problems. But, in some cases you might be required to run these
diagnostics for troubleshooting and diagnosing symptoms. In these cases, following the
direction of Kurzweil Technical Support.
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System Mode
System Reset
System Reset
System Reset will restore the Artis back to a Factory State. In addition to all user Programs
and Multis being deleted, Global Mode settings will be restored to factory defaults.
To clear all user Programs/Multis and restore the factory default state, select the System
Reset menu option.
The Artis will now ask the question “This will delete all user objects. Are you sure?”
If you are not sure what you are about to do, select CANCEL. This will exit the System
Reset process and take you back to the System Mode menu.
If you select OK you are now erasing all the user objects (Programs & Multis) in the Artis
and restoring the instrument back to a Factory State.
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System Mode
System Reset
Remember to save your User Programs and User Multis to your computer following
the instructions in the Store Page on page 9-17. Once deleted, these files are completely
removed from the Artis and there is no way to retrieve them.
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System Mode
System Utilities
System Utilities
System Utilities contains various utilities for system administration.
Select “Back” if you wish to exit and return back to the System Mode menu.
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System Mode
System Utilities
Format Flash
Performing this operation will format the Artis’s system flash memory and erase the OS
software as well as all Objects. Do not do this unless you think it is necessary in order to
improve the performance of your Artis. Should you decide to do so, be sure to back up all
of your files and software. After you do this, System Mode will still be available, so you can
run updates and get your Artis up-and-running again. After a Format the unit will come up
in System Mode by default.
To perform a Format, follow these steps:
1. Follow the instructions specified on page 10-1 to enter System Mode.
2. Select System Utilities.
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System Mode
System Utilities
3. Press Format Flash.
4. The next screen wants to make sure that formatting the flash and deleting everything
is really what you want to do. Select OK to format the internal flash memory. Select
CANCEL if you do not wish to proceed.
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System Mode
System Utilities
5. When formatting of the internal flash memory is completed, the display will show the
message “Done formatting flash.”. Press OK.
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System Mode
System Utilities
Update Module
This option allows the installation of individual files. You may be guided by Kurzweil
Technical Support to use this option if needed.
Restore Older
If you have updated the Artis but wish to return to the earlier version, you can use the
Restore Older option.
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System Mode
System Utilities
10-16
Troubleshooting
Maintenance
Chapter 11
Troubleshooting
Maintenance
Aside from normal care in handling and use, your Artis requires no regular maintenance.
Clean with a soft cloth dampened with water. Never use abrasives or solvents as they may
damage the unit’s paint, markings and display lens. There are no batteries inside to replace—
ever. Instead of volatile SRAM used in most other instruments, your Artis uses nonvolatile
Flash Memory for storage, which retains information without power.
Common Problems
Below is a list of the most commonly encountered problems and diagnoses for each.
Power Problems
This is the normal power-up sequence:
1. The display backlight turns on.
2. “Loading...” appears on the display for a few seconds.
3. The Artis enters Program Mode with Program 1 or the Category Default Program for
the Piano1 category selected.
If nothing at all happens when you turn the power switch on, check if one of the following
might be the issue:
The power cable is not plugged Plug the power cable securely into the wall
securely into the wall outlet. outlet.
The power cable is not plugged Plug the power cable securely into the Artis
securely into the Artis power jack. power jack.
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Troubleshooting
Common Problems
The wall outlet, power strip, or Use a different wall outlet, power strip, or
extension cord is defective or extension cord.
damaged.
If there’s evidence of the unit receiving power, but operation is abnormal, check if one of
the following might be the issue:
The wall outlet voltage is below 90 Try a different outlet on a different circuit.
volts due to overload.
Audio Problems
NOTE: When diagnosing audio problems, set the Artis to play its
Demo Song rather then intermittently pressing keys. This will prevent
any unexpectedly loud volume changes.
If there is no sound from your Artis, check if one of the following might be the issue:
The volume slider is turned down. Slowly push the volume slider up.
The volume control on the audio Slowly turn the volume control up.
system or mixer is turned down.
The signal source selection on the Set the volume of the audio or mixer to the
audio system or mixer is incorrect. lowest level, select the correct signal source,
and then slowly turn up the volume.
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Troubleshooting
Common Problems
The audio cables are not securely Set the volume of the audio or mixer to the
plugged into the Artis, audio system, lowest level, securely plug in the audio cables
or mixer. on both ends, and then slowly turn up the
volume.
The Destination parameter stops Change the Global Destination parameter to
MIDI Data Local + MIDI (see page 9-8)
The audio cable is of an incorrect Obtain and securely connect an audio cable
type. of the correct type. The Artis accepts both
balanced (TRS) and unbalanced (TS) 1/4-inch
audio cables.
If you can hear sound but it is low or distorted, check if one of the following might be the
issue:
The audio cables are not securely Set the volume of the audio system or mixer
plugged into the Artis, audio system, to the lowest level, securely plug in the audio
or mixer. cables on both ends, and then slowly turn up
the volume.
A received MIDI volume message Set the volume of the audio system or
has specified a low volume. mixer to the lowest level. Disconnect all
MIDI cables, set the Destination parameter
in Global Mode to Local or MIDI+Local,
and reset the volume level on the Artis, by
pressing Panic (see page 3-17). Finally, slowly
turn up the volume level of the audio system
or mixer.
The current Multi has another Select a different Multi. Or change the
controller assigned to volume, and it problematic controller setting by editing the
is turned down. Multi in Multi Edit Mode.
The input to the audio system is set Set the volume of the audio or mixer to the
for low impedance instead of high lowest level, change the impedance setting,
impedance. and then slowly turn up the volume of the
audio system or mixer.
The input trim to the audio system or Slowly turn up the trim.
mixer is set too low.
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Troubleshooting
MIDI Problems
MIDI Problems
If you are experiencing problems sending MIDI to an external module, check if one of the
following might be the issue:
The MIDI cable is not securely Securely plug in the MIDI cable at both ends.
plugged in at both ends.
The MIDI connections are wrong. To send MIDI, plug the MIDI cable into the
Artis’ MIDI Out port and into the module’s
MIDI In port.
The MIDI cable is defective. Obtain and securely connect a new MIDI
cable.
The MIDI transmit channel does not Change the channel on either the Artis or on
match that of the receiving device. the device such that the channels match.
If there are problems with the internal sound module receiving MIDI from an external
device like a computer sequencer, check if one of the following might be the issue:
The MIDI transmit channel of Change the channel on either the Artis or on
transmitting device does not match the computer such that the channels match.
that of the receiving Program or
Zone on the Artis.
The MIDI cable is not securely Securely plug in the MIDI cable at both ends.
plugged in at both ends.
The MIDI connections are wrong. To receive MIDI, plug the MIDI cable into
the Artis’ MIDI In port and into the module’s
MIDI Out port.
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Troubleshooting
Pedal Problems
Pedal Problems
Before you consult this section, be sure to read Connecting Pedals page 2-7.
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Troubleshooting
If None of the Above...
For best results, use a Kurzweil CC-1 continuous control pedal, available from your
dealer. The CC-1 meets all of the requirements described above at an economical price.
A continuous control pedal should have an impedance between 5,000 and 100,000 ohms.
An impedance less than 5,000 may overload the reference voltage source in the Artis and
interfere with operation of other controls like the Master Volume slider or the other sliders.
An impedance more than 100,000 may result in electrically noisy operation, which may cause
your Artis to send MIDI controller messages constantly.
The taper of the control should be linear for easy, predictable control. Pedals designed for
volume control typically have an exponential (or anti log) taper, which results in most of
their range being concentrated in the upper half of pedal’s path of travel.
Pedals may have a control range that is less than 100%. Make sure that when the pedal is
in the fully down position, its impedance is 0, and when it is in the fully up position, the
impedance is at its maximum rating.
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Troubleshooting
If None of the Above...
Diagnostics
You will most likely not need to use the System Mode diagnostic operations in normal
cases. These operations are mostly used at the factory and service centers by engineers
for troubleshooting hardware problems. But, in some cases you might be required to run
these diagnostics for troubleshooting and diagnosing symptoms. In these cases, follow the
direction of an authorized Kurzweil technician.
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Troubleshooting
If None of the Above...
11-8
MIDI Implementation
Appendix A
MIDI Implementation
Function Transmitted Recognized Remarks
Default 1 1
Basic Channel Memorized
Changed 1–16 1–16
Default
Use Multi-track mode (see FX Select
Mode Messages Mode 3 Mode 3 (FXSel) on page 9-4 for
multitimbral applications
Altered
0–127
Note Number
True Voice 0–127 0–127
Note ON O O
Velocity
Note OFF O O
Keys X O
Aftertouch
Channels X O
Pitch Bender O O
0–31 0–31
Controller assignments are
Control Change 32–63 (LSB) 32–63 (LSB)
programmable
64–127 64–127
0 to 0–511
Program Change 2,097,151 Standard and custom formats
True # 0–127 0–127
System Exclusive O O
Song Pos. X X
System Common Song Sel. X X
Tune X X
Clock X X
System Real Time
Messages X X
Local Control O O
All Notes Off O O
Aux Messages
Active Sense X X
Reset X X
Manufacturer’s ID = 07
Notes Device ID: default = 0;
programmable 0–127
Mode 1: Omni On, Poly Mode 2: Omni On, Mono O = Yes
Mode 3: Omni Off, Poly Mode 4: Omni Off, Mono X = No
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A-2
Physical Specifications
Appendix B
Physical Specifications1
Keyboard: Artis : 88-key, fully-weighted hammer-action (Fatar TP/100) with velocity sensitive adjustable keys.
Artis7: 76-key, semi-weighted action (Fatar TP/8) with velocity sensitive adjustable keys.
Display: 240x64 pixel monochrome LCD with front-panel contrast adjust.
Polyphony: 128 Voice Polyphony, dynamically allocated.
Multitimbral: 16 parts (one per MIDI channel).
Quick Split / Layer: Easy access with adjustable relative volume.
Programs: 256 Factory plus 256 User Programs.
Multis: 256 Factory Multis, plus 256 User Multi locations with 4 programmable zones for splits and layers.
Effects: Dozens of complex effect chains, incorporated into programs. Not editable, excepting Aux Override.
Controllers: • Pitch wheel
• Modulation wheel
• Volume Slider
• 9 front panel sliders
• 9 KB3 Control Switches / Control / Zone Mute Switches
• 1 Variation switch
• 4 Master EQ Knobs
• 1 EQ On/Off Switch
• 2 switch pedal inputs, each supporting single, dual switch pedals, or single half damper pedals
• 1 continuous control pedal input
• 2 Transpose buttons
Analog Outputs: • Two 1/4” balanced TRS analog (24-bit DACs)
• +21DBu maximum output
• 400Ω balanced source impedance
• 24-bit D-to-A converters
Headphones: 1 front panel 1/4” headphone output
8 VRMS maximum output, 47Ω source impedence
MIDI: IN, OUT
USB: Complete MIDI functionality over USB
User Program / Multi file transfer to/from PC / Mac / Tablet/ USB Flash Drives.
Operating System updates from PC / Mac / USB Flash Drive
Height: Artis : 5.5” (14 cm) Artis7 : 4.8” (12.4 cm)
Depth: Artis : 15.5” (39.5 cm) Artis7 : 14.2” (36 cm)
Length: Artis : 54.5” (138.5 cm) Artis7 : 42.4” (107.7 cm)
Weight: Artis : 46 lbs (21 kg) Artis7 : 27.7 lbs (12.6 kg)
Power: Artis : Internal Switched Power Supply 90-265 V AC 50/60 Hz
Artis7 : Internal Switched Power Supply 100-240 V AC 50/60 Hz
B-1
Physical Specifications
B-2
Programs
Appendix C
Programs
ID PROGRAM ID PROGRAM
1 Concert Piano 9 Power Pop Piano
2 Rock Piano 10 Big Rock Piano
3 Recital Piano 11 Upright Piano
4 Bright Classical 12 Blues Piano
5 Parlor Piano 13 Classic Rock Pno
6 Jazz Piano 14 Modern Rock Pno
7 Stadium Pop Pno 15 NOLA Piano
8 Radio Pop Pno 16 Stage Piano
ID PROGRAM ID PROGRAM
17 R&B Keys 25 Piano & Choir
18 HipHop Piano 26 Piano & Harp
19 EDM Piano 27 Film Piano
20 Soul Piano 28 Ambient Piano
21 Pub Piano 29 Dark & Distant
22 Indie Piano 30 Delay Piano
23 Seventies Piano 31 Mono Piano
24 Piano & Pad 32 Triple Strike
C-1
Programs
ID PROGRAM ID PROGRAM
33 Stevie's Rhds 41 WoodstockClunker
34 Duke's Dyno Rhds 42 Stage Mix Wurly
35 Beaten in Rhds 43 Supertramp Wurly
36 Fagen Phaser 44 FlydDarkside/Wah
37 Hotrod Dyno Rhds 45 What'd I SayWrly
38 Sweet Loretta EP 46 AustnCtyLmtsWrly
39 Rhds/WahSW 47 BrightDynamicWly
40 XfadBelltoneRhds 48 DeepFuzz Wurly
ID PROGRAM ID PROGRAM
49 FM EP 1 57 VideoKilledRadio
50 FM EP 2 58 UK Pop CP70
51 Elec Grand Stack 59 MistyMountain EP
52 Rich EP+Pad 60 No Quarter Pnt
53 Crisp and Soft 61 Black Friday
54 Tight Bright FM 62 Sly Ballad
55 Gabriel's Melt 63 RoyalKingWakeman
56 CP80 Enhanced 64 Spaced Out Bach
ID PROGRAM ID PROGRAM
65 Classic B3 73 Ezra's Burner
66 Funky Perc 74 Classic Traffic
67 Soul Perc 75 Mr Smith
68 First Three 76 HotTubeGospel
69 PerfectStrangers 77 VASTBars1-3,8&9
70 '70s Drawbars 78 Doors Vox
71 Progbars 79 Animals Vox
72 Ezra II 80 Farfisa
C-2
Programs
ID PROGRAM ID PROGRAM
81 All Stops 89 16' Viol
82 AllStops AllVox 90 LateNighter
83 Pipe Stops 91 Testify
84 Chapel Organ 92 The Ninth Bar
85 Pipes & Voices 93 Blues Harmonica
86 16' Open Flute 94 ParisCmboAccordn
87 16' Ped Reed 95 MellowAccordion
88 16' Reed A 96 BrazilAccordion
ID PROGRAM ID PROGRAM
97 Black Cow Clav 105 SailinShoes Clav
98 Crisp Clav 106 Shoobie Model C
99 RealSupasticious 107 Stevie Fuzz
100 Joe's Clav 108 StopMakingSense
101 Rufus/Marley WAH 109 Mutron+Synth sw
102 Hiya Ground sw 110 EvilWomanDeepFuz
103 TrampledUnder D6 111 Harpsichord
104 HeartbreakerWAH 112 StBaroque Harpsi
ID PROGRAM ID PROGRAM
113 Session Hornz 121 Low Orch Brass
114 High-End Horns 122 Bassoon/Oboe
115 Split SectionSW 123 Lead Trumpet
116 Mancini Brass 124 Solo Trombone
117 Mostly Saxes 125 Solo Alto Sax
118 GB Hornz+Syn 126 Solo Tenor Sax
119 Super-8 Brass 127 Flute/Clarinet
120 Brass Fanfare 128 Solo Bari Sax
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Programs
ID PROGRAM ID PROGRAM
129 Adagio Strings 137 Full Pizzicato
130 Big LA Strings 138 Winds & Strings
131 Fast Strings 139 Gothic Climax
132 Slow String Trem 140 Yesesis Tron Str
133 AdagioTutti 8ves 141 3Way Split Mltrn
134 Adagio Octaves 142 Solo Violin fast
135 NashvilleStrings 143 Solo Cello fast
136 Poltergeist Pad 144 Solo Harp
ID PROGRAM ID PROGRAM
145 Mixed Choir 153 Slo Orch Chorus
146 Manhattan Voices 154 Aaah Vocals
147 Choir Complete 155 Jazzy Ballad Vox
148 NYC in LA 156 Bright Syn Vox
149 Crystal Voices 157 AntiqueAhhChorus
150 Cathedral Vox 158 Vox Orgel
151 Silent Sorrow 159 Aaahlicious
152 Swept Tron Voice 160 PolyTechnobreath
ID PROGRAM ID PROGRAM
161 Super Saw 169 Big Old Jupiter
162 Classic SynBrass 170 Punchy Synth
163 80's Heaven 171 Touch Trance
164 80's Lead Synth 172 Minipulse 4Pole
165 PolySynth Stack 173 FrankensteinWah
166 Chillwave Chords 174 Grudge Lead
167 Dark Wobbles 175 Square Bell
168 Classic Saws 176 Daft Lead
C-4
Programs
ID PROGRAM ID PROGRAM
177 Film Score Pad 185 Evolving Pad
178 MW S&H Filt 186 Lush Pad
179 Bladerunner ARP 187 Deeper Water
180 Majestic Pad 188 Lush Rhythm Pad
181 So Lush Pad 189 Cosmic Sus Pedal
182 Undercurrents 190 Slo Syn Orch
183 Fairlight Pad 191 Add A Pad 1
184 Phase Shimmer 192 Add a Pad 2
ID PROGRAM ID PROGRAM
193 Rich 'Caster 201 SuperflyWahCast
194 Rich Les 202 Jack the Ripper
195 SuperStudioCast 203 Raw & Bleedin'
196 PhasePickLes 204 Boutique Six Str
197 TimeWarpCaster 205 Boutique 12 Str
198 Kinda Krunchy 206 3Str Mandolin
199 Brown Sound 207 3Str Banjo
200 RedHot/StudioStr 208 Dulciliere
ID PROGRAM ID PROGRAM
209 P-Bass 217 Aggro OctoBass
210 Motown Bass 218 KneeDeepMinimoog
211 E-Bass 219 Squeeze Mini
212 Flea/Bootsy 220 Iceman Bass
213 Jaco Fretless 221 ANGRYBass
214 Noise Bass 222 Big Synth Bass
215 AC Buzzer Bass 223 The Way It Is
216 Woodhouse Bass 224 Bass Pedal
C-5
Programs
ID PROGRAM ID PROGRAM
225 Kit 1 Open Rock 233 Kit 9 Big Buzz
226 Kit 2 J Geils 234 Kit 10 DeadRockr
227 Kit 3 West Boxy 235 Kit 11 Low Rock
228 Kit 4 SquashRock 236 Kit 12 GaddsLair
229 Kit 5 Beatbox101 237 Kit 13 KirkeeB
230 Kit 6 Full Room 238 Kit 14 ModernRok
231 Kit 7 Brush 239 Kit 15 Drum&Bass
232 Kit 8 CopperRing 240 Kit 16 Skrlx
ID PROGRAM ID PROGRAM
241 Celeste 249 Percussionist
242 Chimes/Glock 250 Basic Orch Perc
243 Real Vibes 251 PERC Carnival
244 Stereo Marimba 252 VRT Accessory
245 Xylophone 253 VRT BongoConga
246 XHarmonicStlDrum 254 VRT TalkingDrum
247 Carillon 255 Vocal Percussion
248 Natural Perc 256 Orch Timpani
C-6
KB3 Programs
Introducing KB3 Programs
Appendix D
KB3 Programs
D-1
KB3 Programs
Drawbars
Drawbars
The drawbars on a tone wheel organ emulate pipes of different lengths on a pipe organ. In
either case, they are controlled by changing the positions of a number of “stops”. As the
organist pulls out or pushes in these stops, he adds or reduces harmonics. Whether it’s pipes
or drawbars, though, the stops work like this: pull one out to add more of an overtone; push
it in to reduce the volume of the overtone.
The stops on the most popular tone wheel organs are: 16’, 51/3’, 8’, 4’, 22/3’, 2’, 13/5’, 11/3’.
and 1’. Note that they are still measured in feet, a carryover from pipe organ days. The 16’
and 51/3’ stops are considered the subharmonic group, while the third stop, 8’, produces
the fundamental of a tone, and stops 4-9 produce harmonics above the fundamental. By
making use of different combinations of these harmonics, a rich sort of additive synthesis is
possible. Best of all, you can make radical changes to the tone dynamically as you play.
The nine sliders of the Artis are set to control the drawbars, as listed in blue below the
sliders. Pulling the slider towards the keyboard increases the amount of the drawbar that is
heard.
Brake
Brake starts and stops the rotary speaker effect. This effect is not immediate, instead the
rotary speaker effect gradually slows down and speads up, in a similar way that a real rotary
speaker reacts.
Chorus/Vibrato
On/Off
This parameter turns the chorus or vibrato effect on and off.
Chor/Vib
This parameter determines which modulation effect is used. The choice is Vibrato or
Chorus
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KB3 Programs
KB3 Mode Buttons
Chorus/Vibrato Depth
This parameter determines how much of the effect is applied to the KB3 sounds. There are
two levels of both Chorus and Vibrato available, depending on the setting for the Chor/Vib
button.
Percussion
Percussion is a characteristic feature of tone wheel organs. It’s especially useful while soloing,
since percussion adds an extra plink (actually an extra tone at a defined harmonic) to the
attack of individual notes. When you play more than one note simultaneously, only the first
note you play will trigger the envelope of the percussion tone, though notes played shortly
afterwards will also be affected by this envelope. When you play chords, all of the notes
played simultaneously will get the percussive effect (provided percussion hasn’t already been
triggered.)
Percussion On/Off
This is where you turn the percussion effect on or off. Percussion is created by a decaying
envelope applied to one of the nine drawbars (usually the 4th drawbar for the low pitch
and the 5th drawbar for high pitch. The highest drawbar is normally stolen to generate the
percussion sound). The percussion effect is “single-triggered”, which means that once it’s
triggered, it won’t trigger again until all keys go up.
The KB3 engine in the Artis is capable of generating the Percussion effect without stealing
any of the drawbars, and while not authentic, is occasionally used on Artis Programs.
Percussion Loud/Soft
This parameter switches between loud and soft percussion settings.
KeyClick
The Key Click feature adds a decaying burst of pitched noise to the attack of notes. Unlike
the percussion, the key click is “multi-triggered”, which means that every new note will
trigger it. The parameters on this page primarily control the decay, volume, and pitch of the
key click.
This button controls whether the Keyclick parameter is switched on or off.
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KB3 Programs
KB3 Mode Buttons
Variation
The variation button acts as a Fast/Slow switch for the Leslie rotary speaker effect. Using
the Rotary S/F Override in the Global mode, any Pedal assigned to Sustain can also be used
to control the rotary speed. If Rotary S/F Override is set to Off, then Pedals assigned to
Sustain will act normally as a Sustain Pedal.
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