Yamaha PLG100-XG - Manual (Page 6)

Overview of the PLG100-XG
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Required and Recommended Items
In addition to the included items listed above, you should also have the following:
■ Synthesizer or Tone Generator Compatible with the Modular Synthesis
or XG Plug-in Systems
In order to use the PLG100-XG, you’ll need a synthesizer or tone generator that is compatible with
the Modular Synthesis Plug-in System (such as the CS6x) or the XG Plug-in System (such as the
MU128). The synthesizer/tone generator should have an available slot or space for installing the
PLG100-XG. Once, installed, the PLG100-XG functions seamlessly as a built-in tone generator for
the host device.
● XGworks or XGworks lite Music Sequencing Software
These software sequencers (for Windows) provide convenient tools for taking full advantage of the
PLG100-XG, letting you create and edit song data for automatically selecting and playing back the
XG voices. XGworks lite (version 3.0) is provided in the included CD-ROM.
Specifications
Tone Generation System : AWM2 (Advanced Wave Memory 2)
Polyphony : 32 (when using one-element voices)
Voices : 480 normal voices
12 drum voices
Interface : Plug-in connector
Effects : Reverb (11 types), Chorus (11 types), Variation (42 types)
Dimensions (W x H x D) : 138.5 x 89 x 8.5 mm
Weight : 56 g
Included Items : Owner’s Manual, CD-ROM, floppy disk
* Specifications subject to change without notice.
About the Included CD-ROM and Floppy Disk
The following software is included on the CD-ROM:
● XGworks lite (ver. 3.0)
This sequencing software is the entry level progam for the full-version XGworks, and it allows you to
record your musical performances with a connected MIDI keyboard and freely edit the recorded data.