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  1. That did the trick! By using "Transfer" and then selecting "Transfer to other", I could then select "email", send the file to myself, download the file to my computer, copy it to the MUSIC DAT folder of my flash drive, install the flash drive into my S1000V, and then I was able to select the file and load it into a user lyric slot successfully and it played back fine. I guess the terminology confused me, as I took "Transfer" to mean transfer the lyrics from the app to the keyboard (as "Transfer" was normally used for), and I took "Share" to mean the universal "Share Externally" i.e. via all other types of apps such as Email, Messenger, DropBox etc. FWIW, I'll attach some screen shots showing that the lyric file ends up with a .lyj file extension if I use the "Share" option: This first pic shows my lyrics stored in the app on my phone. Poo Bum is the lyric I want to put onto a flash drive. I tap the three vertical dots to get the options, and select "Share": After I tap "Share", I can select which app I want to used to share the file with. Note that the file is shown at the top but now has a .lyj extension - Poo Bum.lyj I then emailed it to myself, and again, you can see that the file is called - Poo Bum.lyj instead of Poo Bum.lyr If I tried to load this file into my S1000V via flash drive, the S1000V couldn't "see" this file. If I changed the extension from .lyj to .lyr, the S1000V could now see the file and would attempt to load it, but would then give - [ERROR] Wrong Data. I notice as well that the firmware update PDF Guide shows all the updates/ changes, but doesn't detail the steps required to copy a Vocal Synthesis file to a USB flash drive. Also, the main user manual hasn't been updated and doesn't show that LYR/ Vocal Synthesis files can be loaded in via USB under the USB Flash Drive Operations section. Just an observation, as others might also get confused and/ or use the Share option and encounter errors as I did. Out of interest, what exactly is the "Share" option in the App meant for, and why does it change the file extension from .lyr to .lyj? Still, it's all working now and thanks once again Brad for pointing me in the right direction 👍
  2. Yup, hitting the share button and then choosing "email" to send the file to myself. I'll take some screen shots and captures to show what I am encountering.
  3. Thanks Mike, appreciate it. FWIW, I've tried to go directly into my phone's storage (Samsung Galaxy S10) by connecting it to my PC (Win 10) via a USB cable, found the Android Apps Data folders - (Android> DATA> jp.co.casio.LyricCreator> FILES - and there I found LyricData folder along with LyricSequenceData and VocalData folders. In the Lyric Data folder I could see my Lyric Data files that I created, and when I clicked on a file to show its properties, it tells me that it is a ".BYTES" file type. The files don't show a .LYR file extension. I tried copying one of these files to my flash drive and renaming it to have a .LYR extension, and though my S1000V can see and select this file, if I try to load it I still get - [ERROR] Wrong Data. Just thought I'd add this extra info in case it may help identify the issue.
  4. @534N - I've uploaded the MT65/ 68 & CT405 Service Manual and Parts List to the files section. You can download it via this link: Go to Page 16 of the actual manual (your PDF reader will probably show Page 21), and you'll see a block diagram showing the routing of all the main parts. Coming out of the main LSI you can see the Bass, Arpeggio and Chord Circuits next to each other, these go through individual filters, then they are summed into Mixer 1 before passing through a volume control potentiometer. This potentiometer is the actual accompaniment volume control on the MT65's front panel. Therefore it should be possible to insert switches between each of these three circuits and the mixer to individually turn them on and off before they get to the mixer. Note that percussion circuit is covered on Page 17 and 22. On P.17 it shows that the main LSI sends triggers to the percussion circuit, and that's because unlike the melody and accompaniment sections, the percussion is generated by separate analogue circuit boards. If you take one of these Casios apart, you'll find the separate percussion circuit board (they're normally brown coloured) full of discrete components and trim pots. Some even have the drum parts printed on the board i.e. SD, BD, HH etc. It should be possible to locate the line out for each percussion instrument and then send them to an individual output. P.22 shows the circuit for each drum/ percussion part with a brief explanation as to how the sound is generated. Hope this helps, and welcome to the mini keyboard rabbit hole!
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    This is the Service Manual & Parts List, in PDF form, for the Casio MT65, MT68 and CT405 models,
  6. I thought that I'd better check the manual (RTFM...!), and noticed that a lyric file should have a .LYR extension. I renamed the file on the flash drive so it's now .lyr and not .lyj This time the S1000V can now see the file and I can select it in the MEDIA menu, but when it tries to load it I get - [ERROR] Wrong Data It seems that when I share the file via email it gets sent as a .lyj file. And if I try to send it via FB Messenger, it got sent with a completely different file name and with a .BIN extension 🤔 Is there a preferred method for "sharing" a lyric file from the mobile app?
  7. Loading Lyric files via a USB flash drive - I'm having no luck! I've opened the mobile app on my phone, created a new test lyric, then used the "Share" option to send it to my email address as an attachment. Go to my email, download the attachment that is a ".lyj" file. Transfer that file to a flash drive that I am already using with my S1000V and place the file into the MUSICDAT folder. Install USB flash drive into my S1000V and let it mount. I then go to - MENU> MEDIA> LOAD> VOCAL SYNTH> LYR TONE, but get - [ERROR] No File - on the display. All other S1000V file types on this flash drive and in the same MUSICDAT folder can be seen and loaded into the S1000V - i.e. .RRF, .MID, .SPM and .WAV I can transfer this new lyric file no problem via the mobile app connected by USB cable to the S1000V. But if I share it via email and put the .LYJ file into the MUSICDAT folder of a flash drive, the S1000 doesn't seem able to "see" the file. Any pointers for where I'm going wrong here? Also, just in case it's something to do with being case sensitive, I notice that the lyj file name and extension are in lower case whereas all other S1000V file name and type in the MUSIC DAT folder are all upper case. I tried changing the file name and extension to upper case, but it defaults back to lower case!
  8. Ah, gotcha. I was kind of concluding that after some trial and error. Something else I also noticed with regards to the using ACT DSPs over MIDI. If you use the change registrations feature via MIDI, from a Registration that didn't have any ACT DSPs to a Registration that does have ACT DSPs, the ACT DSPs will not be activated. A Registration with ACT DSPs will only engage the ACT DSPs to be played over MIDI if the Registration is manually selected from the S1000V itself. At least, this is what I have found to be the case in my experience. Thank you Brad, that makes it much clearer now 🙂
  9. Hey All, I'm currently working on a "Firmware Update" video, and have successfully update my S1000V's firmware from 01.01 to 01.02. I have also been exploring the updated features and seeing how they apply, and have a couple of questions: The updated feature that I eagerly wanted to try is being able to use ACT DSPs over MIDI. I've gone into the MENU settings and changed "MIDI In 1-5Ch Port" from Port C to Port A, and have indeed now been able to send MIDI data from my DAW to my S1000V and have it play with ACT DSPs in operation. One thing I have noticed is that if I record my S1000V MIDI data into my DAW, and if I use the K1 - K3 knobs that I've assigned to some of the ACT DSP parameters during recording, the K1 - K3 knob CC data is not recorded. When I play back a MIDI recording to the S1000V, any knobs changes I made during the recording that affected the ACT DSPs are not there - the recording will play back the S1000V with the ACT DSP parameters at the point the knobs were last used (unless I change/ reset a Registration). Is it possible to record/ send ACT DSP parameter changes over MIDI? Note that this only applies to ACT DSPs - if I use the assignable knobs for the main filter, envelopes and modulation (when activated) for instance, those are recorded over MIDI and correctly sent back to the S1000V on playback. Also, I have successfully recorded Registration changes over MIDI by manually changing a Registration while recording. I've looked at page 8 of the updated MIDI PDF Guide, and though it explains the use of MSB and LSB to switch Registrations, is there a list anywhere that shows what MSB and LSB values correspond to each Registration? I've yet to try the loading of Vocal Synthesis files via USB flash drive, but I suspect that will be straight forward. Oh, and thanks again to Casio and the powers that be for making this firmware update happen 🙂
  10. There's nothing in the supplied information saying this is possible, and after updating mine I can't see any way of naming registrations.
  11. A lot of older Casios use fairly standard barrel style power jack sockets, most commonly PCB mounted. There are a few different types, so ideally open up your CTK1000 and see what it has and how it is mounted. You should then be able to locate a suitable replacement on Ebay or electronic parts specialists such as Mouser. Here's an example listing from a seller showing different sockets available: https://www.ebay.com/itm/175444061841?hash=item28d947ee91:g:SOUAAOSwU15hEnaU&amdata=enc%3AAQAHAAAAsFPFMvF7AJvbDcrgFI2BdUilOVYVSLkgp%2BG9oY1pCtyZwQifOr5jKIMWGpAvDS6dztGkep2ctHPGhHDlW9Or3HIPU67mnVhy9irhizX7bhyQ0M1KWC9ZMSfCvH%2FXv8Ak1cFuVKm%2Be%2FmFynflRoJnYyV%2F5dfnt%2BrsnKoFBMMfF5dgzwidtpxfBMHPF5PaR9sJAQbZVfTE0Aqxt7ZN4F1WIhy%2B4HP4mMCXMGgbprgMwcGH|tkp%3ABk9SR4LW-seFYQ But as said, you'll need to open your Casio and look inside to see what type of socket yours has.,
  12. @534N - I don't think that was me on Reddit, as I don't recall posting on that site. Certainly not in the last few years, though many years ago when the internet was a much different place, maybe I did! I totally understand your reservation when it comes to modifying instruments. I'm not a fan of doing this kind of thing, mostly because I only have basic electronics and soldering skills and wouldn't want to damage anything. I'm also not much of a fan of "circuit bending", where much of the time the "bent" instruments just end up making random and in many cases unusable glitch sounds. As the saying goes, "just because you can, doesn't mean you should"! Saying that, I also appreciate "circuit enhancing" that to me differentiates from "circuit bending". For instance, adding a line out to a keyboard that didn't come with one is a no brainer IMO. Unlocking hidden features/ Easter eggs is also a good thing, and expanding on existing features to give them greater range and usefulness is all good stuff. An example of this is taking the filter in the HT Casios, increasing the resonance and filter range, adding external controls for the filter and making a fare more musical and powerful feature. Of course that would mean having to drill into the case and add extra potentiometers, but if done well, it can almost be made to look factory standard. And some of the vintage Casios had a ton of extra features that weren't activated in some models, such as the 1980 M10. Check out Robin Whittle's modification guide for the M10 to see just how much more that keyboard can do beyond its original design! https://www.firstpr.com.au/rwi/casio/ Also, your idea of making individual outs for the accompaniment parts is similar to what I am considering for my MT65 and MT68. I've written a track with mine, but would like to isolate the bass and the arpeggiator, and chord section, so that I can multitrack them and have far better control at mixing them. I've looked at the service manual and it is indeed possible to isolate these parts as they are all routed and summed to a front panel mixer/ volume control. It should possible to tap into and isolate each part's circuit before it reaches the "mixer" and send them to individual line outs. Another alternative that I am more likely to consider is to break the circuit traces for these parts, bridge them with switches, and then you can turn on or off any combination of parts at will. What holds me back though is the need to add switches somewhere, and I don't really want to spoil the clean aesthetics of these vintage keyboards. My other thought is to use microswitches on an extendable loom that can be hidden in the battery compartment. When needed, take off the battery compartment cover and pull out the switches, and activate/ deactivate each of the parts as required. When finished, set the switches to "default settings" and hide them back in the battery compartment. One of my many potential projects sitting on a list as long as your arm!
  13. @534N- I certainly wouldn't give up on your MT400V, and if you can get it sorted and you wish to have the extra features found on the MT65 and MT68, well, hidden inside the MT400V (and its full size but otherwise identical twin the CT410V) are those very same features. For some reason Casio not to include then in the MT400 and CT410 🤦‍♂️ By tapping into the LSI matrix and adding extra switches, you can now activate those Easter eggs. Then you will have the equivalent of an MT65/ 68 with added filter, WAW and stereo chorus! You can find details of these Easter eggs on the very informative Table Hooters site: http://weltenschule.de/TableHooters/Casio_CT-410V.html
  14. If you plug headphones into your CT-S300, and if you can hear the audio perfectly, then the issue will be at your MacBook end or with an OBS setting. OBS is a very powerful and extremely flexible program, but it also has a lot of settings that can catch you out if they're not set correctly. If you're not getting sound input with garage band either, then likely it's an issue with the way you are connecting the audio cables to your mac. I am not familiar with macs so I don't know how it deals with analogue audio signals going in via a USB C socket. Is the TX a USB C dongle? Does your mac have the ability to convert analogue audio to digital directly via its USB socket? When I capture audio with both my desktop/ workstation PC and my laptops, I always use a USB audio capture device - a Behringer UMC404HD 4 x channel device for my workstation, and a Behringer UCA222 2 x channel device for when I'm using a laptop on location. Both show up a USB audio devices and I simply select them as my audio input for whatever app I'm using. BTW, if you're in the USA, Sweetwater have recently offered the UCA222 for $10 with free shipping. Hope some of this info helps!
  15. One or two batteries inserted the wrong way round is unlikely to have any adverse effects other than the keyboard won't power on. If ALL the batteries are inserted the wrong way round, then it's possible voltages could be fed the wrong way into certain components. There are also likely to be diodes involved to stop this as they only allow current to flow in one direction. However, I am not an expert so hopefully someone with more electrical knowledge than me can offer some words of wisdom. More information is necessary though before any advice can be given. Was the SK60 working correctly before the batteries were inserted back to front? Have you tried powering it with an AC adapter? Other than the LED, are there any signs of life when the SK is powered on, i.e. a click or any noise from the speaker? Have you opened the keyboard and had a look inside? Answers to the above may help to identify where the issue potentially lies.
  16. I don't know if you could silence the CT-S1's internal sound engine and have Bluetooth audio played through its speakers, though even if you could, you may encounter latency issues because of Bluetooth. The MIDI sent from the CT-S1 into your Mac and being played by your Piano VST shouldn't have any noticeable latency, but when sending your VST/ computer audio over Bluetooth back to the S1, you might encounter a delay effect from when you hit a key to when you actually hear it. It might only be slight, but it can be off-putting when trying to concentrate on playing. Ideally, the most effective way to boost the VST sound from your computer is to connect it to an external amp/ speaker and turn the S1 volume down to zero.
  17. The CT-S1 does have MIDI In (and Out), but only over USB MIDI. As with all USB MIDI devices, it needs to be connected to a MIDI host to be able to communicate with other devices. I had a quick look at the DOREMidi UMH-21 that you mentioned above, and that is indeed a USB MIDI host Box. If it works as per all other USB MIDI Hosts, then yes, you should be able to send MIDI from your Roland to the CT-S1. Do investigate the DORE device that you mentioned before buying, because apparently not all MIDI Hosts are created equal and I've heard that people have had issues getting some of them to work properly.
  18. Wonderful news! I hope to get my S1000V updated over the next few days and check out these changes. That also means I need to make a follow up video as the "Pros and Cons" segment in my Conclusion episode needs to be updated. I've had a quick glance over the new manual, but might have missed how to select the MIDI bank from C to A. How is this done so that Bank A is used? Also, the loading of Vocal Synth files via USB - I take it that means that you can store Vocal Synth files outside of the app, and load and save them via USB. Does this mean that there might be a computer based app for Vocal Synth editing and creating in the works too? Thanks again Mike and Casio for implementing these updates!
  19. FFS! 😝 Thought I was done and dusted with my CT-S1000V review series, and I'm currently working on a totally different project right now! Looks like I will have to dust down my S1000V and set up the cameras again!
  20. Ooh, this looks interesting! So by being able to select live keyboard parts via selecting MIDI bank A, does that mean you CAN now use the ACT DSPs over MIDI? And great to be able to select Registrations over MIDI too!
  21. Firstly, congratulations on acquiring a CZ-1 for free. It's the flagship of the CZ range and still a very powerful and versatile synth even today. They're also quite sought after and fetch good money, so getting one for free, even if needing repair, is very lucky indeed! When you say "no sound from the speakers", I take it you mean when plugged into an amplifier? The CZ-1 has no speakers of its own. The CZ series use output relays that can sometimes stick, causing problems with the sound output. I thought they would affect both the line outs and headphone out, so it's a bit weird that your headphones are fine. It's possible that your line out sockets have got damaged (maybe that's why the CZ-1 was given away for free?) Open it up and check the sockets and board traces for continuity. You can also take the opportunity to check the output relays while you're at it. Here's a video showing how to deal with the output relays:
  22. There used to be a kit called the Highly Liquid UMR MIDI retrofit, though I think it's now only available as open source. Here's a video showing a Yamaha CS01 being fitted with it:
  23. Hey All, I hope it's OK to post in this forum category as there is no specific section in the forum for the modern SA series of Casios. It's not old enough (it's still available new!) to go in the Classic Casio section, and there's nowhere else suitable! Anyhow, I FINALLY got round to completing Part 4 of my SA-76 In Depth Test and Review. It only took me 18 months after I uploaded Part 3....! Enjoy!
  24. IIRC, when you change some aspects of MIDI control in the XW'S, you have to restart the keyboard before they take effect. I'm not certain, but I don't think that you can assign MIDI channel select to a knob and change it on the fly.
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