DAVIS Dp X16 Specifications

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BY
DESIGN
DAVIS DP X16 COLOUR CONCEPT 
						

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DAVIS has been committed to make world class projection technology since 1984, and has acquired all the expertise and knowledge to
make High Quality Business Presentation Projectors.
DAVIS is a company of dynamic and enthusiastic people sharing the common ambition of bringing large screen business presentations
to enthusiasts all over the world. Our technology partners, Texas Instruments (DLP 
TMtechnology), Carl Zeiss (excellentoptics) and
Philips (high quality, long life UHP lamps) assist us in this cause.
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							Make an impression!For the professional presenter on the move, the DAVIS DP X16 is the natural
choice. No more fumbling with slides, transparencies or old projectors that
are heavy to carry and frustrating to set up. At just 2,25 kg, the DP X16 is
small enough to fit easily into a briefcase together with your laptop, and itÕs
bright enough to light up a small auditorium. The XGA resolution lets you 
display your most detailed images with clarity, and provides compatibility
with a wide range of computers. In true Davis tradition, video image quality is
superb, due to the use of Digital Light Processing
TMtechnology from Texas
Instruments. This also makes it suitable for home entertainment use, with 
features such as 16:9 aspect ratio in addition to the standard 4:3. The DP X16
is the only projector on the market offering an optional plug-and-play TV
Tuner, making your projector act like a TV set. 
ItÕs more than personal. ItÕs personalised.
With the DP X16 Colour Concept, DAVIS gives you the opportunity to choose
between five different cabinet colours. Pick a colour, and be the first in line to
appear with this cool little projector under your arm.  When you show up at
the meeting, forget about the set up headaches - just plug it into your laptop
and run your presentation.   
Why choose the DP X16?State-of-the-art projection technology
Our engineers have incorporated custom micro optics from the world renowned
Carl Zeiss Company and Digital Light Processingª technology from Texas
Instruments, providing you with superior image quality and brighter, sharper
output with truer colours. The DP X16 also contains a number of exciting 
features, such as digital zooming of specific parts of the image and a blinds
or blank out function where the presenter can choose how much of the image
should be displayed to the audience. 
Ease of Use 
Simply plug it into your laptop and start the show - with the DP X16 auto set-up
function youÕll always get your presentations up and running in no time, no sweat.
The icon-based menu system makes the DP X16 a very simple projector to
operate. Functions can be operated from both the touch panel and the simple,
ergonomic infrared remote control. The DP X16Õs unique flexibility makes 
professional presentations in small and medium conference rooms a delight.
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							Complete connectivity
The DAVIS Connectivity Unit (HUB) keeps cables away from the projector, and
it allows full video and PC connectivity. With the HUB there is only one cable
connected to the projector, apart from the power cable, making it more practical.
The DP X16 can also be tripod-mounted.
High quality
All internal parts are protected by a magnesium alloy chassis, making the product
perfect for the rigour of the road. Proven display technology from Texas
Instruments and optics from Carl Zeiss will give you many years of problem-free
operation. A sealed optical system prevents dust from entering the light path.
Superb image quality
Carl Zeiss optics gives you the biggest image on the wall with a contrast ratio
of 450:1. Spreadsheets, ad schedules and other detailed reports come through
crisp and clear - a boost to people on the road.
DP X16 features AMSCª (Advanced Motion Scan Conversion) technology 
developed by DAVIS. AMSC is a novel technique for TV-signal deinterlacing
(also known as line-doubling) based on motion estimation. The AMSC algorithms
have proven to give crisp video images (twice the vertical resolution compared
to inferior line-doublers), eliminate tearing and get rid of artifacts. The result
is brilliant video performanceWhy DLP?> Small and light optical systems 
> Pin-sharp graphics and film like images  
> Strong thermal characteristics 
> No degradation over time 
> Fill factor above 90%, compared to LCD`s 70 %, gives 
seamless images 
Digital Micromirror Device
TM
The central, reflective portion of the device consists of up to 786 432 tiny, tiltable 
mirrors. A glass window seals and protects the mirrors.
Each square micromirror is about 1/5th the width of a human hair. The gap 
between the mirrors is less than one millionth of a metre, giving DLP
TMimages
their unique,seamless appearance.
LCD projected image
DLP
TMprojected image 
						

							Single-Chip DMDª (Digital Micromirror Deviceª) 
1024x768 with compression for 1280x1024 
1100 ANSI Lumens 
120W UHP (Ultra High Performance), User Replaceable 
2000 Hours Typical 
16,7 million colours (24 bit) 
4:3 or 16:9 
16 ms 
450:1 
Ye s
50-90Hz, SVGA: 50-120Hz, SXGA: 50-70Hz 
60Hz: NTSC (M) (4.43), PAL (60) (M) 50Hz: PAL (B/D/G/H/I/N, NTSC (50), SECAM 
Fixed Focal Length Type
1.5 Ð 7.5 m 
85% image center-to-corner 
Green Button Set Up with auto image positioning, auto tracking and aut\
o synchronization 
Built-in 2 watt loudspeaker 
PC, Stereo Audio, RS232, Video, TV 
Stereo Audio 
USB PS/2, Serial, ADB (Mac), 
100 Ð250V AC, 50 Ð 60 Hz, Full Range 
Operating: 170W, Max 200W, Standby: Max 20W 
10 Ð 40 0 C (50 Ð 104 F) 
254x208x78mm 
2,25 kg
Display:
Resolution: 
Brightness: 
Projection Lamp: 
Lamp Life: 
Colour Palette: 
Aspect Ratio:
Response Time: 
Contrast Ratio: 
Built in Line Doubler: 
Computer Compatibility: 
Video Compatibility:
Projection Lens: 
Focal Range: 
Uniformity: 
Image configuration:
Audio system: 
Inputs:
Outputs: 
Mouse Emulation: 
Power Input:
Power Consumption Typical:
Temperature:
Dimensions: 
Weight: 
Technical Specifications
Standard Accessories:
DAVIS Remote Control incl. Batteries, PC Cable, Power Cable, User Manual,
CD, Soft Carrying Bag 
Optional Accessories: 
DAVIS Connectivity Unit (HUB), PS/2 Mouse Cable, Serial Mouse Cable,
USB Mouse Cable, S-Video Cable, Composite Video Cable, Audio Cable, TV
Tuner, Davis Carrying Cases, Mac Adapter, SCART Plug, Programming Kit,
Replacement Lamp Kit * DAVIS Connectivity Unit (HUB) is needed to show video, emulate mice, pla\
y audio, RS232 remote control, SW-upgrade
and connecting external PC monitor.
Please be advised that all features involving video use are optional features of the projector. 
Digital Light Processing, DLP, Digital Micromirror Device and DMD are all trademarks of Texas Instruments. 
						

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7 
MOTIF   Introduction 
Introduction 
Congratulations and thank you for your purchase of the Yamaha MOTIF Music Production Synthesizer!
You now own what is perhaps the best-sounding, most versatile, and certainly most powerful synthesizer and total music 
production instrument on the planet.
We strove to put virtually all our synthesizer technology and music making know-how into one instrument — and we 
succeeded.  The new MOTIF not only gives you the latest and greatest sounds and rhythms (as well as the ability to create 
and sample your own), it gives you powerful, easy-to-use tools for playing, combining and controlling these dynamic 
sounds/rhythms — in real time, as you perform!  
Take time to look through this manual carefully.  It’s packed with important information on how to get the most from this 
amazing instrument.
Dive in now and enjoy! 
Package Contents 
The following items have been included with your MOTIF.   Check to see that you have everything listed here.
• Synthesizer • AC Power cord • CD-ROM x 3
• Owners Manual (this book) • Data List • Installation Guide 
About the included CD-ROM
 
The accompanying CD-ROM features special software for use with the MOTIF.  Included is a Voice Editor, which gives you 
comprehensive and intuitive editing tools for the MOTIF, and a File Manager, which lets you easily transfer data between 
the storage device connected to your MOTIF and a computer.  For details, see the separate Installation Guide or the online 
manuals included with the software.
 
Do NOT attempt to play back Track 1 (which contains the software data) on an audio CD player.  Doing so may result in damage 
to your audio equipment and speakers, as well as your hearing.
 
About This Manual 
This manual consists of the following sections.  
■ 
  
The Controls & Connectors 
Use this section to find out about all of the buttons, controls and connectors of the    MOTIF.
 
■ 
  
Setting Up 
Before going on to any other part of the manual, we strongly suggest you read this section 
first. It shows you how to get started playing and using your new MOTIF.  
■ 
  
Basic Structure 
This section provides a detailed overview of all of the main functions and features of the 
MOTIF, and shows how they fit together. 
■ 
  
Basic Operation 
This section introduces you to the basic operating conventions of the MOTIF, such as 
editing values and changing settings.  
■ 
  
Quick Start Guide 
In this tutorial section, youll take a guided tour through the various functions of the 
MOTIF, and get some hands-on experience in playing and using it. 
■ 
  
Reference 
The MOTIF encyclopedia. This section explains all parameters, settings, functions, 
features, modes and operations  in full detail. 
■ 
   
Appendix 
This section contains detailed information on the MOTIF  such as Specifications and an 
Alert Message List  as well as instructions for installing optional equipment 
(e.g., SIMM modules, AIEB2, mLAN8E interface, and Plug-in Boards). 
■ 
  
 Data List (separate booklet) 
This contains various important lists such as the Voice List, Preset Pattern Phrase List, 
Effect List, MIDI Data Format, and MIDI Implementation Chart. 
■ 
  
Installation Guide (separate booklet)
 
Refer to this for instructions on installing the included software programs (on the CD-
ROM) to your computer. 
● 
Copying of the commercially available music sequence data and/or digital audio files is strictly prohibited, except   for 
your  own personal use. 
● 
The illustrations and LCD screens as shown in this Owner’s Manual are for instructional purposes only, and may 
appear somewhat different from those on your instrument. 
● 
The company names and product names in this Owner’s Manual are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their 
respective companies. 
						

							 
8 
MOTIF   Introduction
  
 
Important Features 
■ 
Wide range of  
dynamic and authentic voices 
 — over 
512 in total, with 49 drum kits.  Use the  
Category 
Search 
 function to quickly call up the sounds you 
want, based on their instrument type. 
■ 
Performance mode 
 lets you use four different voices 
together — in layers or in a keyboard split. 
■ 
Integrated Sampling Sequencer 
 — seamlessly 
combines audio and MIDI recording.  
* Full  
Sample recording and editing 
 features, with 
4MB of memory (expandable to 64MB).
* Wide  
data compatibility 
 lets you load AIFF and WAV 
files, as well as samples and program/voice data from 
other samplers.
* Convenient  
Resampling 
 function lets you sample the 
sound of the MOTIF itself directly.  Play your own 
melodies, riffs and rhythms — and use them as samples.
* Unique  
Slice feature  
automatically chops up your 
rhythms and riffs into their individual beats and notes.  
This lets you manipulate the component parts of your 
sample loops as MIDI data — and gives you the power 
to easily change tempo and even the rhythmic feel, 
without disturbing the pitch or sound quality.
* Using the  
Song mode 
, record your music to the  
sequencer 
 in conventional linear fashion, from 
beginning to end.  Or use the  
phrase-based functions 
 
to assemble rhythms and patterns —  “playing” your 
arrangements in real time. 
■ 
Extensive  
effect processing 
, with Reverb (12 types), 
Chorus (25 types), two separate Insertion sections 
(total 104 types), a Variation section (25 types), and a 
Master 5-band EQ. 
■ 
Comprehensive  
real-time control with four knobs 
and four sliders  
— letting you adjust filter, levels, 
effects, EG, and more, while you play.  
■ 
Pattern mode 
 functions let you craft different 
rhythmic sections and riffs as individual elements — 
which you can easily and intuitively combine in real 
time to create full rhythm tracks. 
■ 
The built-in  
Arpeggio 
 feature not only puts a wealth of 
hip rhythmic sequences at your fingertips, it even has 
special “human” patterns — such as guitar strumming 
and woodwind trills.   
■ 
Once you’ve collected all the audio samples, loops, 
MIDI data, and patterns you need for your song, use  
Pattern Chain 
 to arrange the pieces in real time.  This 
hands-on approach makes it easier than ever to come 
up with great ideas and amazing songs. 
■ 
Song Scene 
 is another powerful tool that lets you take 
“snapshots” of the sequencer track settings (such as 
pan, volume, and others).  Then, during playback or 
recording, simply switch among the Scenes for instant, 
dynamic changes. 
■ 
Master mode 
 for using the MOTIF as a master 
keyboard controller (with independent Zones), and for 
easily reconfiguring the instrument between Voice/
Performance play and Song/Pattern play in live 
applications. 
■ 
Exceptionally  
easy-to-understand interface 
 with 
two-tiered operation buttons: [F1] - [F6] and [SF1] - 
[SF5] 
■ 
Remote Control  
— for operating your favorite 
sequencing software from the panel controls of the 
MOTIF.  Mute tracks, control transport (Play, Stop, 
Record, etc.), mix both MIDI and audio tracks (up to 
16) with the MOTIF’s knobs and sliders, pan the 
tracks, control EQ, and tweak effect sends — all 
without ever touching the mouse.  
■ 
Three  
Modular Synthesis Plug-in System 
 slots let 
you upgrade the MOTIF with a completely new 
synthesizer or sound-processing engine.  These Plug-in 
boards give you more voices, more effects, more 
polyphony and more instrument parts.  Plus, special 
Plug-in voices have already been programmed and 
stored to the MOTIF, ready to be played as soon as you 
install the proper board. 
■ 
Comprehensive I/O terminals 
 — including 
assignable outputs, audio inputs, optical digital output, 
MIDI, USB for multi-port connection to a computer, 
SmartMedia card slot and SCSI terminal for data 
storage.  There’s even an expansion bay for installing 
the optional AIEB board for additional ins and outs — 
both analog and digital. 
■ 
Expansion bay for optional mLAN — Yamaha’s new  
mLAN interface 
 technology makes it possible to 
transfer all your digital audio and MIDI data via a 
single broad-band cable. 
■ 
Included software 
 — Packed with your MOTIF are 
two powerful software programs:  
Voice Editor 
 and  
File Utility 
.  The Voice Editor puts all the 
comprehensive editing features and parameters of the 
instrument right on your computer screen for easy 
editing.  With File Utility, you can access and organize 
all your important MOTIF data (stored to Memory 
card or SCSI device) directly from the computer. 
						

							 
9 
MOTIF  Table of Contents 
Table of Contents 
The Controls & Connectors 10 
Front Panel ........................................................ 10
Rear Panel.......................................................... 16 
Setting Up 20 
Power Supply ..................................................... 20
Connections ....................................................... 21
Powering Up ...................................................... 29 
Basic Structure 30 
Mode .................................................................. 30
System Overview ............................................... 33 
Controller block ..........................................................33
Sequencer block ..........................................................33
Tone Generator block .................................................34
Effect block..................................................................39
 
Main functions ................................................... 42 
Voices and Performances ............................................42
Controllers...................................................................48
Song and Pattern (Sequencer mode) ......................... 51
Arpeggio ......................................................................55
Master (Master mode) ................................................56
Sampling ......................................................................58
Internal Memory and File Management ...................63
Remote Control to Computer Sequence Software.....65
Basic Operation 67
Calling up the Operation Displays ..................... 67
Display-based Controls ...................................... 72
Quick Start Guide 77
Playing the Demos ............................................. 77
Playing Voices .................................................... 80
Editing Voices .................................................... 83
Storing edited Voices.......................................... 86
Playing Performances ........................................ 88
Editing Performances (Layer/Split) .................. 89
Storing the edited Performance ......................... 90
Using the Arpeggio function .............................. 91
Using as a Master Keyboard .............................. 93
Saving/Loading data .......................................... 97
Sampling with Song Playback 
(Integrated Sampling Sequencer) ...................... 99
Remote Control for external sequencer 
(Real-time external control surface) ............... 119
Reference 121
Voice Mode ....................................................... 121
Function Tree ........................................................... 121
Voice Play mode ....................................................... 124
Voice Edit mode ....................................................... 129
Voice Job mode ......................................................... 158
Voice Store mode...................................................... 159
Performance Mode .......................................... 160
Function Tree........................................................... 160
Performance Play mode ........................................... 162
Performance Edit mode ........................................... 165
Performance Job mode ............................................. 175
Performance Store mode .......................................... 176
Song Mode ....................................................... 177
Function Tree........................................................... 177
Song Play mode ........................................................ 179
Song Record mode .................................................... 183
Song Edit mode ........................................................ 189
Song Job mode .......................................................... 193
Song Mixing mode ................................................... 205
Song Mixing Job mode ............................................. 212
Song Mixing Store mode .......................................... 214
Pattern Mode....................................................215
Function Tree........................................................... 215
Pattern Play mode .................................................... 217
Pattern Record mode ................................................ 221
Pattern Edit mode .................................................... 224
Pattern Job mode ...................................................... 225
Pattern Mixing mode ............................................... 232
Sampling Mode ................................................ 233
Function Tree........................................................... 233
Sampling Record mode ............................................ 234
Sampling Edit mode ................................................. 240
Sampling Job mode ................................................... 241
Utility Mode .................................................... 249
Function Tree........................................................... 249
Utility mode .............................................................. 250
Utility Job mode ....................................................... 260
File Mode .........................................................261
Function Tree .......................................................... 261
File mode .................................................................. 262
Master Mode ................................................... 268
Function Tree........................................................... 268
Master Play mode ..................................................... 269
Master Edit mode ..................................................... 270
Master Job mode....................................................... 273
Master Store mode ................................................... 274
Appendix 275
Information Displays ...................................... 275
Display Messages ............................................ 277
Troubleshooting .............................................. 279
Installing Optional Hardware ..........................281
Optional Plug-in Board Installation ........................ 282
Optional AIEB2 or mLAN8E Installation .............. 284
Optional SIMM Installation .................................... 287
Handling the Memory Card (SmartMedia™*) . 289
Connecting external SCSI devices ................... 290
About SCSI ............................................................... 290
Notes on musical copyright ............................. 292
Specifications .................................................. 293
INDEX ............................................................. 295
The Controls &
Setting Up
Basic Structure
Basic Operation
Quick Start Guide
Reference
Voice mode
Performance mode
Song mode
Pattern mode
Sample mode
Utility mode
File mode
Master mode
Connectors
Appendix 
						

							10MOTIF  The Controls & Connectors
 Front Panel
The Control & Connectors
The Controls & Connectors
Front Panel
MOTIF6
MOTIF7
OCTAV EDOWNUP
KNOB
CONTROL
FUNCTIONPA N
REVERBCHORUS
TEMPO
ATTACK RELEASE CUTOFF
RESONANCE
ASSIGN A ASSIGN B ASSIGN 1 ASSIGN 2
KN 1 KN 2 KN 3 KN 4
MEQ LOW
ME Q HI  MID MEQ LO W MID  ME Q HIGH
REMOTE
CONTROL
ON/OFF
EFFECT BYPASSARPEGGIOINSERTIONSYSTEM
ON/OFF
MASTER
VOLUMEVOLUME 1 VOLUME 2 VOLUME 3 VOLUME 4
CS 1 CS 2 CS 3 CS 4
ZONE 1 ZONE 2 ZONE 3 ZONE 4
SEQ
TRANSPORT
LOCATE
12REC
MODEVOICE PERFORM MASTER
SEQUENCERSONG
PATTERNFILE
INTEGRATED
SAMPLINGMIXINGUTILITY
EDIT
JOBSTORE
COMPARESCENE STORE
SET LOCATE
OCTAVEDOWNUP
KNOB
CONTROL
FUNCTIONPA N
REVERBCHORUS
TEMPO
AT TA C KRELEASE CUTOFF
RESONANCE
ASSIGN A ASSIGN B ASSIGN 1 ASSIGN 2
KN 1 KN 2 KN 3 KN 4
MEQ LOW
ME Q HI  MID MEQ LOW MID  ME Q HIGHMASTER
VOLUMEVOLUME 1 VOLUME 2 VOLUME 3 VOLUME 4
CS 1 CS 2 CS 3 CS 4
ZONE 1 ZONE 2 ZONE 3 ZONE 4
REMOTE
CONTROL
ON/OFF
EFFECT BYPASSARPEGGIOINSERTIONSYSTEM
ON/OFF
SEQ
TRANSPORT
LOCATE
12REC
MODEVOICE PERFORM MASTER
SEQUENCERSONG
PATTERNFILE
INTEGRATED
SAMPLINGMIXINGUTILITY
EDIT
JOBSTORE
COMPARESCENE STORE
SET LOCATE