Two new software programs. And 14 old ones.

NEW Software: OTS Editor.

OTS Editor is a software for editing all parameters in OTS sections in Yamaha keyboard style files.
The program can export and import OTS sections to/from files meaning that entire OTS sections can be saved to HD and be reused in a number of styles.
Furthermore entire OTS sections can be imported directly from other style files.
For details go to http://home7.inet.tele.dk/js/otseditor/index.htm
Thanks to all beta testers, especially Tom G.


NEW Software: Style Split and Splice.

This progam can split Style Files in two files: A MIDI file and a file holding the non-MIDI data; and splice these to files again.
Most sequencer software can not handle the non-MIDI data. Therefore editing of style files can not be done in these softwares. But if the style file is splitted, the MIDI file can be edited in any MIDI sequencer software.
After editing the original non-MIDI file must be spliced to the edited MIDI file.
For details go to http://home7.inet.tele.dk/js/sands/index.htm


"OLD" Software:
( For details go to: http://home7.inet.tele.dk/js/software/index.htm )

- CASM Editor: Add, edit or delete data in the CASM section in style files. Necessary to create styles with chord dependent accompaniment.

- MDB Editor: Add, edit or delete records in the MDB (Music Finder Database) section in style files.

- Style Old Format Converter: Delete OTS, convert Mega Voices, use .sty extension, use old CASM and change resolution to make new styles compatible with old/smaller keyboards.

- Style ReMixer: Change the number of style parts and/or move style parts to other parts. Primarely used to reduce the style file size for use of the styles in older keyboards with limited memory.

- Style Fixer: Repair style files having incorrect MIDI data, missing markers, and a number of other common errors.

- Style Duplicates Manager: Manage your style file collections. Find, move and remove duplicates.

- midi2style: Convert MIDI files to YAMAHA PSR style files.

- Revoice MIDI: Revoice, change parameters, transpose channels or entire file, change tempo in MIDI files. Player included.

- Revoice Style: Change voices and parameters, transpose etc. in style files

- Rename Style Files: Rename all style files in a folder to sty extension.

- MIDI Format: Convert MIDI files to Format 0.

- No Mega In MIDI: Convert Mega voices in MIDI files.

- Lyrics Finder: Find and extract lyrics in folders with MIDI, Karaoke and XF files. The lyrics can be printed or saved to file.

- XG Voice: Get the XG Voices in YAMAHA PSR keyboards.

Best wishes
Jørgen

've got to say, if you own a newer model Yamaha that uses the current OTS system, Jorgen's OTS Editor is a must have program. There isn't anything else that comes close to the breadth and scope of editing possibilities that this program has. On my Tyros, I can put the keyboard in USB HDD mode and edit the OTS of any styles in the keyboard hard disk, right from my PC. I particularly like it for the fabulous styles that Eileen arranged (the Korg conversions). Her OTS choices are so good. But for me, they are all too loud. Using OTS Editor, I can easily lower the OTS volumes by about 10-15%. It takes only seconds! On the other hand, if you like your OTS louder, that's easy, too. Take a look at this program. I am sure you will like it.

Thanks for all that you have put into this, Jorgen!

Tom G.

I know this post is a repeat on my part. But I gotta tell you - this software is worth checking out!

THREE Cheers for Jørgen ! Sounds like Truly a terrificly USEFUL utility program that you've come up with here, and which will make style OTS assignment & customization MUCH EASIER for Yamaha Tyros & PSR keyboard players. I look forward to checking out "OTS editor" out on my Tyros. Quite an impressive addition to your already comprehensive collection of utilities for Yamaha keyboards. User community support of Yamaha arrangers is truly unsurpassed by any other arranger keyboard brand. Thanks to buddy Tom Griglock for putting the program thru its paces as beta tester as well. - Scott

I also look forward to using this new utility on my Tyros - Thanks Jorgen

I'm new to Yamaha - can anyone tell me what the CASM section of style files are please and why I may wish to edit these?

Thanks guys (and gals?)

KFingers (Keith)

Jørgen, you are the best.

Thanks for these free softs. OTS Editor is a very useful program.

Cheers.
Armando

You can look up the CASM at: http://home7.inet.tele.dk/js/musik/740pages/articles/casm.htm

Unless you are making styles, there is very little reason for you to edit the CASM. And programs such as StyleRemixer, Visual Styler, StyleUpdater, Style Fix etc make it much easier by doing the edits as part of a broader function. But if you want direct control, use CasmEdit or Casm Editor.

Regards,

Michael

[QUOTE]Originally posted by KFingers:

I'm new to Yamaha - can anyone tell me what the CASM section of style files are please and why I may wish to edit these?

QUOTE]

Thanks for the swift reply Michael....KF

Hi All
Anyone else having problems with installing the Java software required for OTS Editor?
I have not yet succeded after several hours and lots of attempts. I can download Ok the software and install it but it refuses to come to life when I click the shortcut.
This software from Jorgen is surely the best thing since sliced bread and I am desperate to get hold of it.
I have already mailed Jorgen direct and he is offering possible solutions, but as yet we have not been successful.

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Eddie from Rotherham
www.yamahakeyboards.info

Hi Eddie, I too was able to download and install the "OTS Editor" program, but regretably NOT ABLE to launch the program after clicking the shortcut icon.

I understand that "OTS Editor" requires Java Runtime Environment 1.5 software running in the background.

Unfortunately, I don't even know if Java is already installed on my Windows XP PC or not. How can I verify the version, or even if it's even installed at all? If I need to install or upgrade to version 1.5, WHICH specific download link on this page http://java.sun.com/j2se/1.5.0/download.jsp am I suppose to click on? Does the Java Runtime program needs to be launched first before launching "OTS Editor" or does it launch automatically whenever booting up the computer? Detailed instructions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. - Scott

Hi Scott
So I am not alone then with my problem! In a strange way that's a kind of relief .
During my installation tasks,I was advised to look to see if I already had the software installed. The way to do this is to go to Control Panel>Add/Remove Programs>double click and look on the list of programs already on your PC. If you have installed the Java 1.5 it will be shown on the list.
THat's all I can help you with at the moment, I am desperately hoping that Jorgen will have further suggestions soon.
Has any other of our members tried to install?
There is perhaps something you could look at in the meantime. It is the reply I got from Jorgen. He offers certain possible areas to tackle, which I unfortunately tried without success. :-
Hi Eddie

I will of course try to help you!

First:
You have checked that you have JRE version 1.5.0 also known as Version 5.0 installed at your PC?
Check in Control Panel -> Add/Remove programs (Look for J2SE Runtime Environment 5.0) It MUST be this version of JRE.
If it is not get it from http://java.sun.com/j2se/1.5.0/download.jsp
Click the DOWNLOAD JRE link, save the file to your disk and run it.

Next:
Have you other of my software Java programs running ?
- If yes: Your Java configuration is OK.

- If no: Try downloading my program JavaTest. It is found at my Software Page at http://home7.inet.tele.dk/js/software/index.htm
Last program in the right box.
JavaTest requires only JRE version 1.0, meaning it will run if the Java configuration is ok, regardless of JRE version.

If this program runs, your Java configuration is OK. And you will be told which JRE version you are running.

If this program does not run (and you have any version of JRE installed) the problem is most probably the ClassPath variable.


The third step:
Check - and edit - the ClassPath variable as described at http://home7.inet.tele.dk/js/software/tech_java.htm


Let's hope we have solved the problem here. Otherwise mail me again with your observations.

Best wishes
Jørgen


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Eddie from Rotherham
www.yamahakeyboards.info



[This message has been edited by eddiefromrotherham (edited 01-20-2005).]

Hi again Scott
SUCCESS!
I tried again the "Step 3" of Jorgens suggestion i.e. going to the autoexec.bat file and adding a 'period and semicolon'after the equals sign of Classpath.
Hope you understand this. Give it a try.

I now am a happy bunny!
cheers


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Eddie from Rotherham
www.yamahakeyboards.info

Hello Jorgen

Tks very much for sharing your usefull programs.

Cheers
Chico

Hi Eddie

You have got the OTS Editor running! Great.

I am really sorry for the troubles some of you have, but software installation is sometimes a nightmare.

I program a lot in Java for two major reasons:
It was the first programming language I have learned
- and secondly the Java Development Kit includes a MIDI class library (read: prefabricated MIDI building blocks).

Unfortunately you have to install a Java "engine" (the Java Runtime Environment) to run Java programs at a computer. However this shall only be done once, at least untill a new version of the engine comes around.

(The same goes for Microsoft .Net programming. Unless you run XP 1.1 you have to install the .Net Framework for programs written in the .Net languages: C# and VB.Net).

The problem with the Classpath varialble is caused by "bad" programmers.
The Classpath variables tells the Java engine where to look for programs.
The "bad" programmers defines the Calsspath variable to look their program exclusively.
Sorry I can nothing about this problem, than describing the cure for it!

If any of you have trouble running my programs, please look at my Software download Page at http://home7.inet.tele.dk/software/index.htm or mail me at js.dk@mail.tele.dk

The very best wishes
Jørgen

PS: Thanks to Michael for answering the CASM question.

Eddie, great to hear that you were finally successful in getting Java 1.5 & OTS Editor up and running.

Jørgen & Eddie:

I (so far) have confirmed (via Java Test utility) that I currently have Java Runtime 1.3.0 installed and running. I now just need to UPGRADE to Java Runtime Environment 1.5 but not sure which SPECIFIC download LINK at http://java.sun.com/j2se/1.5.0/download.jsp
I should be using. Here are the options:

JDK 5.0 Update 1 with NetBeans 4.0 Bundle
Download JDK
Download JRE

Which one of the above download links should I be using to download the appropriate upgrade? Will the install automatically update Java Runtime 1.3.0 to version 1.5? Do I have to first de-install or shut down Java 1.3.0 before running the Upgrade? If so, how? Sorry for all the questions, but I wanna make sure I do this right and not screw up my PC in the process. Thanks. Scott

Hi again

I forgot to answer Scott!

The Java "engine" is called Java Runtime Environment (JRE).

You click the blue "Download JRE" link at the JRE page, and then accept and at the following page you choose either
1. the Windows offline installation
or
2. the Windows online installation

If 1. you save the the downloaded file at your HD. Then you doubleclick (run) it, and the Java Runtime engine will be installed at your pc.

If 2. the installation of the Java engine will start imideately. Just follow the instructions.

When the Java Runtime is installed you have to do nothing more. The engine is launced automatically when you start a Java program.
(Just like Acrobat Reader starts automatically when you click a pdf file).

Unless - of course - the Classpath configuration is corrupted by the "bad" programmes I mentioned in my previous mail.

I hope this clarifies a bit.

Regards
Jørgen

Hi again Scott

Well we both composed a new message at the same time.

Let me add:
- Download JRE is the right one

I personally prefer to uninstal old version before installing a new versions; but I dont really think this is necessary.

You can uninstall JRE 1.3.0 (a really old one) from Windows Start -> Settings -> Control Panel -> Add/Remove Programs.

And afterwards install the new version.

It sure is OK to be carefull with this. Who want to screw up their PC.

When installed you can run any Java Program, and I am 99.99% sure you will have no configuration problem as the Java Test program runs fine.

Feel free to ask again!

Jørgen

Success at Last! Many thanks Eddie & Jørgen for your help. Wow, what a vast selection of OTS parameters to select from & customize. It would be great to be able to audition and compare the sound of the newly edited OTS parameters right from your PC without having to re-load the style back into the keyboard first. Still, I'm really excited to put the OTS Editor to good use now. Thanks again for a great program. - Scott

Hi Scott

Great!
Enjoy the program!

Jørgen

Jorgen

What features of Java 1.5.x do you use which prevent this from working under 1.4.x?

Jerry

Hi Jerry

I really use no new Java 1.5 features.

But for some reason it seems like programs compiled with the Java compiler version 1.5 will nut run with older versions of Java Runtime Environment (JRE).
Two of my other programs (Revoice Style and Revoice MIDI) were updated in December using the 1.5 compiler and these would not run at JRE 1.4.

This problem was not the point when version 1.4 was introduced. Programs developed with 1.4 would still run at 1.3 if no new features were used.

Java 1.5 has got some real good improvements in the MIDI classes; but these are not used in this program.

Jørgen

Hi Scott and Jorgen
I am glad that we finally got the OTS Editor installed after the initial problems. Thanks to Jorgen I now have 'a new spring in my step'.
We shouldn't forget either that Nigel's Synthzone Forum chipped in with a great help by just being available to us
cheers

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Eddie from Rotherham
www.yamahakeyboards.info