OP-1
portablesynthesizer
user guide
ガイド
v.2.2
thank you for choosing the OP-1 portable synthesizer. this device is precision made to last many years and designed to be practical, intuitive and to give you hours of creative pleasure.
to get the most out of your new OP-1, be sure to read this operator’s manual carefully. for even deeper understanding and the latest pro tips, please visit the OP-1 community website op-forums.com.

quick start


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user guide
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hardware overviewpower on/offcharging the batteryinputs and outputs
layout
musical keyboardplaying a soundoctave shift
main modesthe four main modesusing shift + any main modemain mode screen examples
synthesizer modeintroductionsynthesizer enginesenvelopeplaymodesynthesizer effectsynthesizer LFOchange soundsaving a soundsound file structure
drum modeintroductiondrum sampler enginelaying out a drum kitdynamic envelopeimporting your own soundsusing OP-1’s standard layoutd-box drum engine
sequencersintroductionselecting a sequencer typeendless sequencerendless functionalitypattern sequencerpattern functionalitytombola sequencertombola functionalityfinger sequencerfinger functionalitysketch sequencersketch functionalityarpeggio sequencerarpeggio functionality
tape modeintroductionrecord to tapeoverdubbingrewind and fast forwardjump to the start/end of tapereverse playbackrecording leveltape editingadvanced liftchanging tape speedadvanced recording techniquestape trickserasing tapebacking up your tapebars/bar markers
the mixer
introductionsound pathmixerequalizermaster effectmaster out

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tempointroductionsetting the tempo/tap tempousing the metronomefree modebeat matchsync modePO sync1/16 sync
helpthe help buttontoolsbattery level
recording external sourcesusing the mic/input keymic/input key in synth and drum modemic/input key in tape and mixer modesampling using the built-in microphonecreating a drum kit from fm radio wavesrecording usb audio to taperecording external microphone to tape
song rendering and connectivityalbumcomOP-1 modemidi controller modedisk modeopt(option) modesequencing external equipmentcontrolling ableton liveableton live key assignmentscontrolling propellerhead reason
shift keyusing shiftchange a single moduleshift + main mode keysshift + arrow keysshift + encoders
LFO referenceLFO modes introductionelement LFO moderandom LFO modetremolo LFO modevalue LFO modeMIDI LFO modecrank LFO modebend LFO modeadditional symbols used in LFO modefree LFO
exercisesrecreating soundsstarting outhelicopter soundsinging birds sound
te-bootintroductionaccess te-bootfirmware updatefunction testfactory resetformat internal drive
referencesynth engineseffects referencesequencer reference







what's in the box
Check that the following items are included when you open the box
OP-1 unit.
transparent overlay.OP-1 comes with a transparent overlay for quick reference of the keyboard layout. keep this for future reference.
rubber band.you may use the paperfoam box in which your OP-1 came delivered as a temporary storage box. use the rubber bands to seal the box.
USB cable.OP-1 uses a standard USB to mini USB cable for charging the OP-1 and for transferring data between your OP-1 and your computer. if you want to use an external power adapter instead of a computer for charging the battery, make sure you are using a 5V USB standard charger. a dedicated charger works more efficiently and will charge the battery faster.

credit

thank you so much for your support!
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warnings, warranty & fcc
warnings & Important Notes
before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the power to all units. this will help prevent malfunctions and/or damage to speakers or other devices. if you need to connect/disconnect wires during use, always make sure to connect the cable to the OP-1 first. never connect the 3.5mm plugs going from the OP-1‘s mic input or line output to a mic input on a sound card with phantom power active. this could destroy the ports on the OP-1. be sure to charge the unit using only 5v USB power, such as that from the USB ports of a computer, or by using a dedicated USB charger. make sure you always have the OP-1 placed so it is level and sure to remain stable. never install or use the unit in any of the following locations:
  • Humid environments or baths and washrooms. 
  • Safety-critical applications. 
  • Nuclear facilities and weapons systems. 
  • Aerospace applications or environments for 
automotive installations. 

Store small parts out of the reach of children and infants. If accidentally swallowed, contact a doctor immediately.



warranty and return policy
the OP-1 is fully factory tested and comes with a 12 month (from purchase date) warranty. this does not include malfunction due to misuse of the device, such as being dropped, crushed or used in an application of inappropriate voltages to the device’s connectors or improperly designed or executed modifications. in particular, you are the sole responsible for damage caused by a charging method other than 5V USB power. the general warranty policy does not cover ESD(static discharge) damaged products due to improper handling.
the warranty does not cover shipping charges.
make sure to read the terms & conditions here.
FCC ID: Z23TE2A1
IC: 9915A-TE2A1this device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
this device complies with industry canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
FCC note:this equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. these limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. this equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. however, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. if this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

  • reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
  • increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
  • connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
  • consult the dealer or an experienced radio/tv technician for help.

the manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. such modifications could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.