Operating instructions

INTRODUCTION

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

The Emulator II is not an instrument that can be mastered in a few days. Therefore, this manual

is organized so that you can take “guided tours” of different sections of the Emulator II and learn

at your own pace.

The manual comprises five major parts:

1. Definitions This section explains how the Emulator II organizes sounds. It’s not exactly

easy reading, but pay close attention - it lays vital groundwork for the rest of the manual.

2. Guided Tours This part describes several “guided tours” you can take through the

Emulator manual’s Reference Section to help learn the instrument’s operation. Each tour

gives any necessary background information, and then directs you to particular parts of

the Reference Section where concepts are further developed. By following these tours in

the order presented, subjects are introduced logically and build on previously introduced

material.

3. Reference Section This is the heart of the manual, and describes every function

available on the Emulator II.

4. Advanced Applications (the Art of Sampling, MIDI and SMPTE supplements)

This includes information on how to get the most out of the Emulator II.

5. Appendix If you’re not sure what a VCF is, or what Q really means, relax...the answers

are here. Whenever you see a technical word or abbreviation that you don’t know, check

this section for the definition.

Caution: Much of the manual presents material as a series of steps. Always read to the end of

each numbered step before pushing any buttons! Sometimes a step presents several

alternatives, and tells you which one to choose at the end.