Page 3 Owner’s manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference. Copyright © 2007 ROLAND CORPORATION All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.
Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN ATTENTION : RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
Page 5: Using The Unit Safely
Never attempt to repair this device or replace parts. If repair or part replacement should become necessary, you must contact your dealer or a Roland service center. Do not use or store in the following types of locations • Locations of extremely high temperature (such as...
Page 6 USING THE UNIT SAFELY Turn off the power if an abnormality or malfunction occurs 012a If any of the following should occur, immediately turn off the power, disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet, and contact your dealer or a service center to have the device serviced.
Page 7 Do not remove the speaker grille and speaker by any means. Speaker not user replaceable. Shock hazardous voltages and currents are present inside the enclosure. * GS ( ) is a registered trademark of Roland Corporation. * XG lite ( ) is a registered trademark of Yamaha Corporation.
Page 8: Important Notes
Important Notes Power Supply • Do not connect this device to the same electrical outlet as an inverter-controlled device such as a refrigerator, microwave oven, or air conditioner, or a device that contains an electric motor. Depending on how the other device is used, power supply noise could cause this device to malfunction or produce noise.
Page 9 Roland Service Center. 566b • The sensitivity of the D Beam controller will change depending on the amount of light in the vicinity of the unit. If it does not function as you expect, adjust the sensitivity as appropriate for the brightness of your location.
Page 10: Main Features
Main Features We want to take a moment to thank you for your purchase of the Roland Organ “Music ATELIER.” The ATELIER is an electronic organ which provides a generous collection of rich organ sounds. In addition, it is designed to be easy to learn and use.
Page 11: Usb Memory
Super Natural technology Proprietary Roland sound generation technology that realistically reproduces the tonal changes and performance techniques distinctive of an acoustic instrument, allowing you to perform music that is natural and richly expressive.
Page 12: Conventions Used In This Manual
Main Features Harmony Intelligence The Harmony Intelligence function automatically adds harmony to the upper keyboard sound according to the chord you play in the lower keyboard. This gives you greater tonal depth and a more powerful performance. 76-note lower keyboard for plenty of range The 76-note range can be split into zones, allowing a solo voice, pedal bass voice, percussion, etc., to be played independently for an even wider range of performance possibilities.
Page 13: Table Of Contents
Contents USING THE UNIT SAFELY... 3 Important Notes... 6 Main Features... 8 Conventions Used in This Manual ... 10 Contents ... 11 Panel Descriptions... 18 Before You Start Playing ... 20 Attaching the Pedalboard (AT-900) ... 20 Attaching the Pedalboard (AT-900C)... 20 Setting Up the Music Rest...
Page 14 Contents Selecting and Playing Sounds... 47 Selecting Voices ... 47 About the Voices and Parts ... 47 Functions of the Upper/Lower/Pedal Bass Sound Select Buttons ... 48 Selecting the Upper and Lower Voices ... 49 Selecting Pedal Bass Voice ... 50 Selecting Solo Voice ...
Page 15 Using the Registration Buttons ... 106 Storing Registrations... 107 Recalling a Registration ... 108 How to Recall a Registration (DELAYED) ... 108 How to Recall a Registration (INSTANT) ... 108 Changing the Timing of Recalling Registrations ... 109 Automatically Registering When You Switch Panel Settings ... 110 Assigning a Name to a Registration Set...
Page 16 Contents Using the Lower Keyboard Effectively ... 156 Making Effective Use of the Lower Keyboard... 156 Playing the Solo Voice on the Lower Keyboard (Solo [To Lower] Button) ... 158 Changing How the Solo Voice Responds... 159 Layering the Solo Voice and Lower Voice ... 159 Changing the Solo Split Point...
Page 17 Creating Original Accompaniment Rhythms ... 198 Preparations for Creating User Rhythms ... 199 Displaying the Rhythm Customize Screen... 199 Selecting the Division ... 200 Loading the Rhythm ... 201 Making the Division Settings ... 202 Creating the User Rhythm ... 203 Editing the Rhythm ...
Page 18 Contents Switching the Background of the Main Screen... 225 Changing the External Memory Setting ... 226 Turning the Remote Function On/Off... 226 Changing the Functions of the Remote Control’s Buttons ... 227 Using the V-LINK function ... 227 Repositioning the Touch Screen ... 229 Restoring the User Memory to the Original Factory Settings...
Page 19 Appendices Troubleshooting ... 270 Error Message... 276 Chord List ... 277 Glossary... 279 Music Files That the ATELIER Can Use... 280 The ATELIER Allows You To Use the Following Music Files... 280 About the ATELIER Sound Generator ... 280 Settings That Are Stored After the Power Is Turned Off... 281 Settings That Are Stored After the Power Is Turned Off ...
Page 20: Panel Descriptions
Panel Descriptions Part Balance [▲] [▼] buttons → p. 72 Part Balance Indicator → p. 73 Lower Voice select buttons → p. 49 Lower Organ Part Lower Symphonic Part Lower Orchestral Part [Alternate] button Level [▲] [▼] buttons → p. 72 Level indicator →...
Page 21 Composer → p. 164 [Song] button [Registration] button → p. 116–p. 125 [Demo] button → p. 35, p. 168 [Reset] button [Play/Stop] button [Rec] button → p. 174 Ext In jacks → p. 260 Lower [Drums/SFX] button → p. 76 [Manual Perc] button →...
Page 22: Before You Start Playing
Before You Start Playing Attaching the Pedalboard (AT-900) Detach the pedal cord that is temporarily fastened to the board on the upper part of the Expression Pedal. Connect the pedal cord to the connector located at the right side of the Pedalboard. Firmly tighten the screws of the pedal cable’s plug.
Page 23: Setting Up The Music Rest
Setting Up the Music Rest Attaching the Music Rest (AT-900) Insert the supplied screws for the music rest into the screw holes located on the top of the instrument, and lightly tighten them (two locations). Screw Put the music rest between the screws and the ATELIER’s body.
Page 24: Connecting The Speaker Cable (At-900C)
Before You Start Playing Connecting the Speaker Cable (AT-900C) Plug the speaker cable extending from the stand into the Speaker connector located at the rear of the AT-900C’s bottom panel. Pay attention to the shape of the speaker cable’s connector, and insert it until you hear it click securely into place.
Page 25: About The Adjuster (At-900)
About the Adjuster (AT-900) If you feel that the ATELIER has become unstable, for example after moving it to another location, turn the adjuster located on the bottom of the stand’s legs as shown in the following. • Rotate the adjustor to lower it so that it is in firm contact with the floor.
Page 26: Turning The Power On And Off
Before You Start Playing Turning the Power On and Off Once the connections have been completed, turn on or off power to your various devices in the order specified. By turning on or off devices in the wrong order, you risk NOTE causing malfunction and/or damage to speakers and other devices.
Page 27: Using Headphones
Using Headphones The ATELIER features Phones jacks. These allow you to play without having to worry about bothering others around you, even at night. fig.00-29.eps Connect your headphones to the [Phones] jack underneath the left side of the keyboard. The sound from the built-in speakers stops. Now, sound is heard only through the headphones.
Page 28: Using The Code Hook
Before You Start Playing Using the Code Hook If you’re using headphones or a mic, you can use the code hook to neatly bundle the cables near your feet. Attaching the Code Hook Screw the code hook (with wing nut) about 80% of the way into the screwhole located at the bottom left of the organ.
Page 29: About The Bench (At-900)
Pass the cable through the hole from which you removed the cover. About the Bench (AT-900) The bench seat can be opened, and sheet music and other items can be stored inside. Caution When Using the Bench fig.00-31.eps • When opening/closing the seat, be careful not to pinch your fingers.
Page 30 Before You Start Playing The confirmation message appears on screen. fig.00-40-1.eps If you touch <Cancel>, the Factory Reset will not be performed, and you will return to the System screen. When you touch <OK>, the Factory Reset operation will begin, and the settings will return to the factory-set condition.
Page 31: Using The External Memory
You can also play back SMF music files saved on USB memory or a floppy disk (p. 167). Use USB memory and floppy disk drive available from Roland. Proper operation cannot be guaranteed if other USB NOTE device is used.
Page 32: Using A Cd
NOTE •Switching the power on and off •Inserting and ejecting a CD A list of the CD drives that have been tested and found to be compatible is available on the Roland website. http://www.roland.com/ Ext Drive connector USB cable...
Page 33: About The Display
About the Display The ATELIER makes use of a Touch Screen. This lets you carry out a wide variety of actions just by touching the screen lightly. Understanding the Main and Related Screens Main Screen fig.00-06-a.eps Number Bouncing Ball A ball will bounce in time with the rhythm or song. Beat Transpose Displays the keyboard transposition setting.
Page 34 About the Display Number System Make various settings. Quick Guide Displays the Quick Guide screen. While the Quick Guide screen is displayed, you can press the keyboard, a button, or a foot switch to jump to the related setting screen (p. 43). Tempo Measure Sound/KBD (Sound/Keyboard)
Page 35 About the Icons fig.09-08.eps, fig.03-05.eps Button Depending on the function, some screens are spread over multiple pages. You can touch < the next or previous page of the screen. In the Load screen, Save screen, or File Edit screen, you can select a file by touching <...
Page 36 About the Display Sub-windows for Setting Values When you are making settings in the System screen, the following type of screen appears. fig.09-09.eps About the [Value] Dial The ATELIER has a [Value] dial. You can use the [Value] dial to change the tempo or edit the settings, or to select a file in screens such as the File Edit screen.
Page 37: Convenient Functions
Convenient Functions Listening to the Demo Songs The ATELIER provides demo songs. Here’s how to play the Demo songs, and fully appreciate the sounds, Rhythms, and Automatic Accompaniment that are available with the ATELIER. fig.01-01.eps Press the [Demo] button to make the indicator light. The Demo Screen appears.
Page 38 Convenient Functions Touch < > once again to stop playback of the demo song. Press the [Demo] button to exit the demonstration screen. If the following screen appears If the performance song in the unit has not been saved to the “Favorites”...
Page 39: Choose A Keyword For Quick Registration Selection
Choose a Keyword for Quick Registration Selection You can select a voice appropriate for your performance by selecting from keywords representing your situation, location, musical genre, etc. You can call up registrations created by top-level organists, and refer to them for hints on how to select and layer sounds when creating your own registrations.
Page 40 Convenient Functions In the sub-window, touch a Quick Registration group name to select the desired Quick Registration group. The sub-window closes, and the Quick Registration screen returns to the display. Touch <Upper>, <Lower>, or <Pedal>, switching the respective button’s indicator on or off, to select the keyboard to which the voice is to be assigned.
Page 41: Music Assistant Function
Music Assistant Function A collection of the world’s best, most well-known songs were carefully selected, then the optimum panel settings for each of them were determined, and the resulting data was stored inside the instrument. Simply select the keyword that most closely suggests the character of the song you have in mind, and a rhythm performance, a sound for the melody, and other selections will be made for you.
Page 42 Convenient Functions Touch < >< keyword appropriate for the character of the song. fig.00-19.eps The Registration buttons [1]–[4] flash. Panel settings appropriate for the keyword will automatically be called up for the Registration [1]–[4] buttons. On the Lower keyboard, play a chord. At the moment you play the keyboard, the Intro will begin, and then the Rhythm and Automatic Accompaniment will play.
Page 43: Music Assistant Search
Music Assistant Search You can specify a song name and other search terms and use these for a Music Assistant search. Touch <Music Assistant> on the Main screen. The Music Assistant screen appears. fig.00-18.eps Touch <Search>. A sub-window appears. fig.00-19-2.eps Searching by Music Assistant Name Touch <By Name>.
Page 44 Convenient Functions Decide which character you will use for the search. Enter the character you are searching for. For example, touching <ABC> in succession cycles you through the available choices in that character group (“A”→“B”→“C”...). Touch <ABC/123> to toggle between alphabets and numerals. The selected character appears in the middle of the screen.
Page 45: About The Quick Guide Function
About the Quick Guide Function The ATELIER offers a Quick Guide function, which makes it easy for you to access various functions. While the Quick Guide screen is displayed, you can press the keyboard, a button, or a foot switch to jump to the related setting screen.
Page 46: About The Index Menu
Convenient Functions About the Index Menu In the Quick Guide screen, you can touch <Index> to access the Index Menu. In the Index Menu screen, you can touch a keyword to jump to the setting screen for that keyword. Touch <Quick Guide> on the Main screen. The following Quick Guide screen appears.
Page 47 The Quick Guide Index screen appears, and the keywords will be displayed. fig.00-16.eps Touch the desired keyword. fig.00-16.eps The setting screen for the specified keyword appears. Make settings in the setting screen that appeared. Touch <Exit>. Convenient Functions...
Page 48: Settings For Easy Performance
Convenient Functions Settings for Easy Performance The ATELIER provides a Global Settings buttons. If you press the Global Settings [EZ One Finger] button, you’ll be able to produce chords simply by holding down one or two keys of the lower keyboard. If you press the Global Settings [EZ Touch] button, you’ll be able to play at a fixed volume regardless of variations in your keyboard playing strength.
Page 49: Selecting And Playing Sounds
Selecting and Playing Sounds Selecting Voices You can play the sounds of various instruments on the ATELIER. These sounds are called “Voices.” About the Voices and Parts The ATELIER has two manual keyboards and a pedalboard. From top to bottom these are called the “Upper Keyboard,” “Lower Keyboard,”...
Page 50: Functions Of The Upper/Lower/Pedal Bass Sound Select Buttons
Selecting and Playing Sounds Functions of the Upper/Lower/Pedal Bass Sound Select Buttons fig.01-06.eps Each time you press a voice button, its indicator will switch between being lit and being turned off. Voices that have their button indicator lit can be played. Two voices of the same family are assigned to each voice button.
Page 51: Selecting The Upper And Lower Voices
Selecting the Upper and Lower Voices Press the “Organ,” “Symphonic,” or “Orchestral” buttons for each Keyboard (Upper/Lower) to select the desired voice. When the power is turned on, the Upper keyboard will play “Full Organ1” and the Lower keyboard will play “Lower Organ1.” Example: Selecting “Full Organ 5”...
Page 52: Selecting Pedal Bass Voice
Selecting and Playing Sounds Selecting Pedal Bass Voice Immediately after the power is turned on, the Pedal Bass voice will sound single notes using the “Organ Bass1” voice. Press the buttons of the various parts of “Pedal Organ” and “Pedal Orchestral” to select voices.
Page 53: Selecting Solo Voice
Selecting Solo Voice The Solo section of the Upper keyboard is monophonic, that is, the Solo voice will only sound for the highest note played on the Upper keyboard. This allows you to play full chords and have the selected Solo voice playing the highest (solo) note.
Page 54: Selecting A Voice Using The [Others] Button
Selecting and Playing Sounds Selecting a Voice Using the [Others] Button Notice that there is an [Others] button for each part. By using the [Others] button, you can select all voices. As with the other voice buttons, the [Others] button can be assigned two voices (one voice for “Pedal Organ”...
Page 55 A sub-window appears, allowing you to select a sound group. fig.01-16.eps In the sub-window, touch a sound group name to select the desired sound group. The indicator of the selected [Others] button will blink. The Others Voice screen appears, showing the sounds of the specified sound group.
Page 56: Creating Organ Sounds (Vintage Organ)
Selecting and Playing Sounds Creating Organ Sounds (Vintage Organ) The Vintage Organ button lets you add three types of vintage organ sounds to the upper, lower, and pedal parts. In addition, you can also use the harmonic bars to modify the selected sound as desired.
Page 57 Time 8' volume: 8 Time 4' volume: 5 What’s the feet? “Feet” is a term that began as a measurement of the length of the pipes in a pipe organ. The pipes that produce the basic pitch (fundamental) for each note are considered to be “8 feet” in length. Therefore, a pipe producing a pitch one octave below that of the reference of 8’...
Page 58: Playing A Vintage Organ Voice
Selecting and Playing Sounds Playing a Vintage Organ Voice Selecting the Type of Vintage Organ Press one of the Vintage Organ buttons so its indicator is lit. Each time you press the button, the indicator will alternate between ON (lit) and OFF.
Page 59 Adding Sparkle to the Sound (Percussion) This adds an attack sound to the beginning of the note, making the sound crisper. Press the Percussion [4’] button or [2 2/3’] button (indicator lit). Play the Upper keyboard and notice that an attack has been added. Button Percussion [4’] button Percussion [2 2/3’] button...
Page 60 Selecting and Playing Sounds Using the Harmonic Bar Settings of the Panel If you’ve edited the harmonic bar settings in the screen, or if you’ve switched registrations so that the Vintage Organ settings have changed, you can switch the Vintage Organ settings to the positions (settings) of the harmonic bars on the panel (p.
Page 61 Selecting and Playing Sounds When the Vintage Organ Type is “Pipe” or “Theater” fig.01-25e.eps The buttons displayed in the screen are called “tablets.” You can press each tablet to turn it on/off. You can turn tablets on/off by moving the harmonic bars in the panel.
Page 62 Selecting and Playing Sounds Adjusting the volume of the Flute vintage organ “ ” If you’ve selected Flute as the vintage organ type, you can adjust the overall volume of the Flute sound to regulate the volume balance relative to the other sounds. “...
Page 63: Realistically Expressing An Acoustic Instrument Performance (Articulation Voice)
Realistically Expressing an Acoustic Instrument Performance (Articulation Voice) What is an Articulation Voice? In order to bring out the distinctive qualities of an acoustic instrument and perform in a musically significant way, it is essential to employ the instrument’s rich variety of tonal changes and diverse performance techniques (articulations).
Page 64: Selecting A Articulation Voice
Selecting and Playing Sounds Selecting a Articulation Voice Articulation voices can be selected only using the Solo part’s [Others] button. Press the Solo [Others] button. The Others Voice screen appears for several seconds. fig.01-15.eps Touch a button that shows a sound group. fig.01-15.eps A sub-window appears, allowing you to select a sound group.
Page 65 In the sub-window, touch <Art. Voice> (Articulation Voice). The indicator of the Solo [Others] button will blink. The Others Voice (Others Voice Select) screen appears, and only the Articulation Voices from the entire collection are displayed. fig.01-17.eps Touch a voice name to select a voice. Once again, press the blinking Solo [Others] button to confirm the voice.
Page 66: Performing With An Articulation Voice
Selecting and Playing Sounds Performing with an Articulation Voice Articulation voices let you vary the character of the sound by changing your playing technique. If you play legato, the sound will change smoothly between notes. If you play staccato, the sound will have a crisp attack. Using Aftertouch or the Expression Pedal Aftertouch will affect the dynamics and vibrato of an articulation voice.
Page 67: Making The Ideal Settings For Playing An Articulation Voice
Making the Ideal Settings for Playing an Articulation Voice You can perform even more effectively with an articulation voice by making the appropriate solo mode and foot switch settings. You can automatically set these controller settings so that they are ideal for performing with an articulation voice.
Page 68: Tips For Performing With An Articulation Voice
Selecting and Playing Sounds Tips for Performing with an Articulation Voice Distinctive Features of the Violin (Art.Violin) The distinctive character of the violin lies in its rich vibrato, the portamento playing technique, which allows the pitch to be changed smoothly, and the pizzicato technique, in which the string is plucked with a finger.
Page 69 Performance tips The basic performance techniques are the same as for Art.Violin. You can use aftertouch and expression pedal to control the dynamics and produce a richly expressive mid- and low-range sound. Striking the keys more strongly will emphasize the attack by adding a brief sound of the bow scraping on the strings.
Page 70 Selecting and Playing Sounds Foot switch effect Item ART. CONTROL1 ART. CONTROL2 Recommended pitch range E2–A5 (when Octave Shift is 0. Middle C is C4.) Distinctive Features of the Tenor Sax (Art.TenorSax) From soft and gentle tones to crisp, strong notes, the Art.TenorSax sound lets you express the broad range of the tenor sax.
Page 71: Performing With An Active Expression Voice
Performing with an Active Expression Voice For “Active Expression Voices,” operating the expression pedal will control not only the volume but also the tone, or may add additional sounds. Touch the [Others] button of the Part to which you want to assign an Active Expression voice.
Page 72: Performing With A Human Voice
Selecting and Playing Sounds Performing with a Human Voice In addition to sounds such as organ and piano, you can also play “human voice,” which produces a vocal-like sound. Press the [Alternate] button for the Part for which you wish to specify a voice to select ON (lit) or OFF (dark).
Page 73 In the sub-window, touch <Human Voice>. The indicator of the selected [Others] button will blink. The Others Voice screen appears, showing the sounds of the Human Voice group. The Others Voice screen will appear, and the sounds of the Human Voice group will appear.
Page 74: Adjust The Volume Balance
Selecting and Playing Sounds Adjust the Volume Balance The ATELIER allows you to adjust the volume balance individually for each Part. fig.01-26.eps The following buttons are used to adjust the volume of a multiple number of Parts. Button Accomp/SMF [▲] [▼] button Rhythm [▲] [▼] button (When the [Manual Perc] button is ON)
Page 75 The volume levels of each part are adjusted using the corresponding [▲] and [▼] buttons. Pressing the upper button ([▲] button) will increase the volume. Pressing the lower button ([▼] button) will decrease the volume. The volume can be set to any value from 0 to 12. When the volume value shown in the display is 0, that part will produce no sound.
Page 76: Transpose The Pitch In Octave Units (Octave Shift)
Selecting and Playing Sounds Transpose the Pitch in Octave Units (Octave Shift) The pitch of the sound played by the keyboard can be adjusted in one-octave steps. This function is called “Octave Shift.” You can apply an Octave shift to all Parts.
Page 77 Touch the part display of the part whose Octave Shift settings you wish to change. fig.01-30.eps Touch < > < > to adjust the settings. The value can be set to a range of +/- 3 octaves. fig.01-31.eps Touch <Exit>. You will return to the Upper Keyboard/Lower Keyboard/Pedalboard screen.
Page 78: Playing Drum Sounds Or Sound Effects From The Entire Lower Keyboard (Drums/Sfx)
Selecting and Playing Sounds Playing Drum Sounds or Sound Effects from the Entire Lower Keyboard (Drums/SFX) You can use the Lower keyboard to play various drum sounds (drum set). In this case, the Lower voices will no longer sound. fig.01-32_AT-900.eps Press the [Drums/SFX] button, getting its indicator to light The [Drums/SFX] button indicator will alternate between on (lit) and off (dark) each time it is pressed.
Page 79: Changing Drums/Sfx Sets
Changing Drums/SFX Sets As the drum set, you can choose the types of drum set and sound effect. When you change the drum set, the sound produced by each note will change. Immediately after the power is turned on, the POP drum set will sound. Press the [Drums/SFX] button, getting its indicator to light The Drums/SFX screen will be displayed for several seconds.
Page 80: Playing A Lower Voice With Percussion Instrument Sounds And A Voice Phrase (Manual Percussion)
Selecting and Playing Sounds Playing a Lower Voice with Percussion Instrument Sounds and a Voice Phrase (Manual Percussion) You can play various drum sounds and Sound Effects using the bottom 15 keys of the Lower keyboard. This is convenient when you wish to play the Lower voice together with drum sounds or Sound Effects.
Page 81: Changing The Manual Percussion Sets
Changing the Manual Percussion Sets You can choose the type of Manual Percussion Set. When you change the Manual Percussion Set, the sound played by each of the 15 lowest notes of the Lower keyboard will change. Immediately after the power is turned on, the PERC SET1 drum set will sound. Press the [Manual Perc] button (indicator lights).
Page 82: Sustaining Notes In The Lower Part (Lower Hold)
Selecting and Playing Sounds Sustaining Notes in the Lower Part (Lower Hold) You can have Lower voice continue to sound after you release you fingers from the keys, until the next key is played. fig.02-14_AT-900.eps Press the Lower Voice [Hold] button (confirm that the indicator is lit).
Page 83: Using Rhythm Performance
Using Rhythm Performance The ATELIER lets you enjoy playing along with a rhythmic accompaniment. Selecting a Rhythm The ATELIER provides various Rhythms and Automatic Accompaniments (Music Styles). The ten buttons below are called “rhythm buttons,” and let you select rhythms that are categorized by musical style.
Page 84: Using Rhythms Stored In User Memory
Using Rhythm Performance Using Rhythms Stored in User Memory The ATELIER features a User memory. What is the User Memory? This is the internal memory area that lets you store user rhythms you’ve created. You can also copy rhythms saved on USB memory to the User memory (p.
Page 85: Rhythm Search
Rhythm Search You can search for Rhythm that match the tempo of the song, musical genre, or other criteria you set. You can also search Rhythm using the first character of the Rhythm names. Touch <Rhythm> on the Main screen. fig.05-08.eps The following Rhythm screen appears.
Page 86 Using Rhythm Performance Searching by Rhythm Name Touch <By Name>. Decide which character you will use for the search. The selected character appears in the middle of the screen. Enter the character you are searching for. For example, touching <ABC> in succession cycles you through the available choices in that character group (“A”→“B”→“C”...).
Page 87: Playing Rhythm
Playing Rhythm There are two ways to start the rhythm. You can press the [Start/Stop] button to start the rhythm, or you can use Synchro Start to have the rhythm start when you play the lower keyboard or the pedal keyboard. You can also make the rhythm start with an intro, or stop with an ending.
Page 88: Starting The Rhythm Automatically When You Play The Lower Keyboard Or Pedalboard (Sync Start)
Using Rhythm Performance Starting the Rhythm Automatically When You Play the Lower Keyboard or Pedalboard (Sync Start) Starting with an Added Intro Press the [Sync Start] button to make the indicator light up. Press the [Intro] button. The [Intro] button’s indicator will light. Play either the Lower keyboard or the Pedalboard.
Page 89: Stopping The Rhythm
Stopping the Rhythm Stopping with an Ending Press the [Ending] button. An Ending is played, then the Rhythm stops. While the Ending is playing, the [Ending] button indicator will light, until the Ending finishes the button indicator will be turned off. Stopping without an Ending Press the [Start/Stop] button.
Page 90: Playing The Count Sound At The End Of The Intro
Using Rhythm Performance Playing the Count Sound at the End of the Intro If an intro is played before your performance, you can have a countdown played to the end of the intro, allowing you to understand easily where you are to start playing.
Page 91: Adding Variety To The Rhythm Or Automatic Accompaniment
Adding Variety to the Rhythm or Automatic Accompaniment You can add variety to the rhythm or automatic accompaniment by changing the rhythm pattern of the rhythm or the arrangement of the automatic accompaniment, or by inserting a break (i.e., stopping the rhythm for one measure).
Page 92: Playing Chords With Simple Fingering (Chord Intelligence)
Using Rhythm Performance Playing Chords with Simple Fingering (Chord Intelligence) “Chord Intelligence” is a feature that intelligently plays the correct accompaniment chords the moment you play a key specifying a chord on the Lower keyboard during Automatic Accompaniment. For example, in order to make the instrument detect a “C Major” chord, you must normally play the three keys “C,”...
Page 93 Touch <Options>. The Rhythm Options screen appears. fig.02-11.eps Touch the Chord Intelligence setting to turn it “ON.” The Chord Intelligence function can now be used. Each time you touch the Chord Intelligence setting, it will be switched ON/ OFF. If you wish to turn off the Chord Intelligence function, switch it “OFF.”...
Page 94: Leading Bass Function
Using Rhythm Performance Leading Bass Function When Automatic Accompaniment is used, and the Pedal [To Lower] button is ON, the Pedal Bass voice will normally play the root note (p. 279) of the chord you play on the Lower keyboard. If the Leading Bass function is enabled, the lowest note of the chord you play on the Lower keyboard will then be used as the bass note (the bottom note of the chord).
Page 95 Touch <Options>. The Rhythm Options screen appears. fig.02-11.eps Touch the Leading Bass setting to turn it “ON.” Each time you touch the Leading Bass setting, it will be switched ON/OFF. To turn off the Leading Bass function, set the Leading Bass setting to “OFF.”...
Page 96: A Simple Way To Make Automatic Accompaniment Settings (One Touch Program)
Using Rhythm Performance A Simple Way to Make Automatic Accompaniment Settings (One Touch Program) The ATELIER provides a very convenient [One Touch Program] button. By simply pressing this button once, the Arranger function will be turned ON, and keyboard voices that are most appropriate for playing with the currently selected Rhythm/Automatic Accompaniment are selected.
Page 97 Select a Rhythm (p. 81). Press the [One Touch Program] button. The [One Touch Program] button’s indicator will light. fig.02-15.eps An One Touch Program Group (One Touch Program Group select) screen like the one shown below will be displayed for several seconds. fig.02-16.epsf While the One Touch Program Group screen is displayed, touch the screen to select a One Touch Program group.
Page 98: Using A Rhythm From A Usb Memory
Using Rhythm Performance Using a Rhythm from a USB Memory The ATELIER contains a variety of rhythms, but you can also use rhythms from USB memory or floppy disk to perform rhythms in an even wider range of styles. Reviewing the Rhythms on USB Memory Press the Rhythm [User] button (confirm that its indicator is lit).
Page 99: Copying Rhythms
Copying Rhythms User memory (p. 82) already contains rhythms, but you can replace these rhythms with rhythms from USB memory or floppy disk. Rhythms copied from the USB memory into User memory will not be lost even if the power is turned off.
Page 100 Using Rhythm Performance Touch <File Edit>. The Rhythm File Edit screen appears. Touch <Copy> (Rhythm Copy). The Rhythm File Copy screen appears. Touch < > < rhythm you want to copy). If you want to copy a rhythm from USB memory, select “Ext Memory.” If you want to copy a rhythm from floppy disk, select “Disk.”...
Page 101 Touch <Execute>. The copying of the rhythm to User memory begins. Once the Rhythm has been accommodated in memory, the Rhythm File Edit screen will reappear. If you select a number in which a rhythm is already saved, a screen like the following will appear.
Page 102: Changing The Order Of The Saved Rhythms
Using Rhythm Performance Changing the Order of the Saved Rhythms You can rearrange the order of the rhythms stored in User memory (p. 82) or USB memory. Touch <Rhythm> on the Main screen. The Rhythm screen appears. fig.02-09.eps Touch < >...
Page 103 Touch <File Edit>. The Rhythm File Edit screen appears. fig.02-32.eps Button Meaning Rename Modify the name Change the order (upward) Change the order Down (downward) Delete Delete the Rhythm Copy Copies the rhythm Touch < > < > to select the desired media. Choose “User”...
Page 104: Renaming A Saved Rhythm
Using Rhythm Performance Renaming a Saved Rhythm You can rename rhythms stored in User memory (p. 82) or USB memory. Touch <Rhythm> on the Main screen. The Rhythm screen appears. Touch < > (Utility) on the Rhythm screen. The Utility screen appears. fig.02-10.eps Touch <File Edit>.
Page 105 Touch <Rename>. The Rename screen appears. fig.02-30.eps Touch < lowercase/symbols. Each touch of the character switch button takes you to the next available choice, like this: uppercase → lowercase → symbols → uppercase ... Touch the screen to specify the desired character. The following characters can be selected.
Page 106: Deleting Saved Rhythm
Using Rhythm Performance Deleting Saved Rhythm You can delete rhythms stored in User memory (p. 82) or USB memory. Touch <Rhythm> on the Main screen. The Rhythm screen appears. Touch < > (Utility) on the Rhythm screen. The Utility screen appears. fig.02-10.eps Touch <File Edit>.
Page 107 Touch < > < > to select the desired media. Choose “User” if you want to delete the rhythm saved in user memory, or choose “Ext Memory” if you want to delete the rhythm saved in USB memory. Touch < ><...
Page 108: Using The Registration Buttons
Using the Registration Buttons The ATELIER allows you to store sound settings and panel settings in the Registration buttons. The ATELIER has a total of twelve registration buttons, and one set of panel settings can be registered to each button, for a total of twelve types of panel settings.
Page 109: Storing Registrations
Procedure for Creating Registration Sets Prepare the Registrations A convenient way to make the sequence of Registration buttons to be pressed easy to understand is to store the panel settings starting from the Registration [1] button, continuing with subsequent buttons in accordance with the progression of the song.
Page 110: Recalling A Registration
Using the Registration Buttons Recalling a Registration Settings that have been registered to Registration buttons [1]–[12] can be recalled in two ways: “INSTANT” and “DELAYED.” At the factory this is set to “DELAYED.” How to Recall a Registration (DELAYED) Recalling Voices and Other Panel Settings Press and immediately release one of the Registration buttons [1]–[12].
Page 111: Changing The Timing Of Recalling Registrations
Changing the Timing of Recalling Registrations Settings for Rhythm play and Automatic Accompaniment are recalled when you continue holding a Registration button [1]–[12] for several seconds, but you can change this so that the settings are recalled the instant you press the button.
Page 112: Automatically Registering When You Switch Panel Settings
Using the Registration Buttons Touch the Arranger Update setting to switch between “DELAYED” and “INSTANT.” Each time you touch the Arranger Update setting, it will alternate between “DELAYED” and “INSTANT.” Setting When you press and hold a Registration button [1]–[12] for several seconds, the settings for Rhythm and Automatic Accompaniment will be recalled in addition to the panel settings.
Page 113: Assigning A Name To A Registration Set
Assigning a Name to a Registration Set When saving Registration sets, names like “Factory Reg.” will be assigned by default, but you can assign a name that will help you later to identify the contents of the Registration set. Touch <Registration> on the Main screen. The Registration Load screen appears.
Page 114 Using the Registration Buttons Touch <Rename>. The Rename screen appears. fig.03-11-2.eps Touch < lowercase/symbols. Each touch of the character switch button takes you to the next available choice, like this: uppercase → lowercase → symbols → uppercase ... Touch the screen to specify the desired character. The following characters can be selected.
Page 115: Saving Registration Sets
Saving Registration Sets With the settings of Registration buttons [1]–[12] considered as one set, you can store the registration set to USB memory or User memory. We recommend that complex panel settings or Registrations you wish to keep be saved on USB memory.
Page 116 Using the Registration Buttons Touch < > < If you want to save the registration to user memory, select “User.” If you want to save the registration to USB memory, select “Ext Memory.” If you want to save the registration to floppy disk, select “Disk.” Touch <...
Page 117 Touch <OK>. Saving of the registration data will begin. When saving ends, the “- - - - -” in the screen will change to the registration name that you saved. If you’ve named the registration, it will be saved with that name. If the following screen appears If you select a number at which a registration has already been saved and touch <Save>, the following screen appears.
Page 118: Loading Previously Saved Registration Sets Into The Atelier
Using the Registration Buttons Loading Previously Saved Registration Sets Into the ATELIER Here’s how to recall a previously saved Registration set from the User memory or USB memory into the memory of the ATELIER. Registrations can be selected in the following three ways. Loading a Set of Registrations (Load) →...
Page 119: Loading An Individual Registration
Touch < > < > to select the desired media. If you want to load from the registration of user memory, select “User.” If you want to load from the registration of USB memory, select “Ext Memory.” If you want to load from the registration of floppy disk, select “Disk.” Touch <...
Page 120 Using the Registration Buttons Touch < >< to load into internal memory. Touch < > (Utility). The Utility screen appears. fig.03-06.eps Touch <Load One>. The Load One Registration screen appears. fig.03-19.eps Touch <1>–<12> to select the number of the registration button that you wish to load from disk into internal memory.
Page 121 Touch Internal <1>–<12> to select the number of the storage-destination button. fig.03-21.eps To cancel this operation, touch <Cancel>. When you’re done making the settings, touch <OK>. The following display appears. fig.03-22.eps When the Registration has been loaded, the Registration Load screen will reappear.
Page 122: Recalling The Order That The Registrations Are Saved (Load Next)
Using the Registration Buttons Recalling the Order that the Registrations are Saved (Load Next) You can simply press the [Load Next] button to successively recall registrations in the order in which they were saved on the USB memory or user memory. This function is called “Load Next.”...
Page 123 Checking the next registration set Access the Main screen. fig.00-06.eps Touch the < > icon several times to switch to < The Main screen display will switch to the registration. fig.03-23-2.eps “Next” will indicate the name of the next registration set. Using the Registration Buttons >...
Page 124: Deleting A Set Of Registrations
Using the Registration Buttons Deleting a Set of Registrations Here’s how to delete a Registration set that was saved to a USB memory, User memory, or floppy disk. Prepare the registration that you want to delete. If you want to delete registration data from the USB memory, connect the USB memory to the external memory connector.
Page 125 Touch < > < > to select the desired media. If you want to delete from the registration to user memory, select “User.” If you want to delete from the registration to USB memory, select “Ext Memory.” If you want to delete from the registration to floppy disk, select “Disk.” Touch <...
Page 126: Changing The Name Or Order Of Registration
Using the Registration Buttons Changing the Name or Order of Registration After saving registrations on USB memory, user memory, or floppy disk, you can change the order or name of the registrations, or delete a registration (p. 122). This is very convenient when you are preparing to use the [Load Next] button (Load Next function →...
Page 127: Creating A Folder
Touch < > < > to select the desired media. Choose “Ext Memory” if you want to rename or sort registrations saved on USB memory, or “Disk” if you want to rename or sort registrations saved on a floppy disk. Choose “User” if you want to rename or sort registrations saved in user memory.
Page 128 Using the Registration Buttons Touch <Create>. A screen will appear, allowing you to specify a name for the new folder. Assign a name to the folder. Touch the screen to specify the desired characters. Rename the folder as described in “Assigning a Name to a Registration Set” (p.
Page 129: Copying Registrations
Copying Registrations Registrations from USB memory or floppy disk can be copied to user memory. If a registration saved in USB memory or on a floppy disk is stored in user memory, the stored registration data will not disappear even when you turn off the power.
Page 130 Using the Registration Buttons Touch <Copy>. The Registration File Copy screen appears. Touch < > < registration you want to copy). If you want to copy a registration from USB memory, select “Ext Memory.” If you want to copy a registration from floppy disk, select “Disk.” Touch <...
Page 131 If you select a number in which a registration is already saved, a screen like the following will appear. fig.02-25.eps If you want to delete the previously saved registration and overwrite it with the registration you’re newly saving, touch <OK>. If you don’t want to delete the previously saved registration, touch <Cancel>, then select a number at which no registration has been saved, and copy the registration to that number.
Page 132: Using The Performance Functions
Using the Performance Functions Transposing to a Different Key (Key Transpose) You can transpose the key of a performance without having to shift the position of your fingers on the keyboard. This feature is called “Key Transpose.” For example, even if the song is in a difficult key with numerous sharps or flats, you can transpose it to a key that is easier for you to play.
Page 133: Adjusting The Brightness Of The Sound
Adjusting the Brightness of the Sound Using the [Brilliance] slider, you can adjust the brightness of the sound. For a brighter sound, push the slider away from you. For a mellower sound, pull the slider toward you. fig.04-06.eps You can adjust not only the treble range but the bass as well with the [Brilliance] slider.
Page 134: Using The Pitch Bend/Vibrato Lever
Using the Performance Functions Using the Pitch Bend/Vibrato Lever When you move the Pitch Bend/Vibrato lever to the left or right, you can obtain a smooth change in the pitch of the notes being played (Pitch Bend effect). Move the lever to the right to raise the pitch, and to the left to lower it. Also, when you push the lever away from you, a vibrato effect can be obtained.
Page 135: Using The Foot Switches
Using the Foot Switches On either side of the expression pedal are two Foot Switches. Different functions are assigned to each of these two foot switches. fig.04-07.eps You can also change the functions assigned to the left and right Foot Switches. Please refer to “Changing the Function of the Foot Switch”...
Page 136: Changing The Function Of The Foot Switch
Using the Performance Functions Changing the Function of the Foot Switch You can select any of the following functions and assign them to either Foot Switch on the right or left side of the Expression Pedal. Touch <Sound/KBD> on the Main screen. The Sound/Keyboard screen appears.
Page 137: Using The Foot Switch To Switch Registrations
Using the Foot Switch to Switch Registrations You can use the Foot Switch as a dedicated switch for selecting Registrations in order. The registration will be switched each time you press the foot switch. The Regist Shift settings are stored to each individual Registration Set.
Page 138: Adjusting The Overall Volume Using An Expression Pedal
Using the Performance Functions Adjusting the Overall Volume Using an Expression Pedal You can use the expression pedal to adjust the overall volume. When you depress the Expression Pedal, the volume increases. The volume decreases as you tilt the pedal back. fig.04-03.eps Decrease the volume...
Page 139: Adjusting The Depth Of The Expression Pedal
Adjusting the Depth of the Expression Pedal You can set the amount of effect applied when you step on the expression pedal. Touch <Sound/KBD> on the Main screen. The Sound/Keyboard screen appears. Touch <Controller>. The Controller screen appears. Touch < ><...
Page 140: Applying Various Effects To The Sound
Applying Various Effects to the Sound The ATELIER allows you to apply various effects to the sounds you play from the keyboard. Adding Harmony to a Melody (Harmony Intelligence) Harmony appropriate for the chord you play in the lower keyboard can be added to the highest note played in the upper keyboard.
Page 141: Changing The Harmony Intelligence Type
Changing the Harmony Intelligence Type There are 36 different Harmony types. The manner in which notes will sound also depends on the Harmony type. When you press the [Harmony Intelligence] button to turn it on (lit), a voice most suitable for the selected harmony intelligence will be selected automatically.
Page 142 Applying Various Effects to the Sound The way in which the keys you press are sounded by each type of harmony intelligence is described below. Type Solo Voice ORGAN BIG BAND STRINGS BLOCK Vibraphone HYMN TRADITIONAL* HARP DUET COMBO JAZZ SCAT COUNTRY Full Organ1 BROADWAY...
Page 143: Adding Modulation To The Sound (Rotary Effect)
Adding Modulation to the Sound (Rotary Effect) Rotary is an effect which simulates the sound of rotating speakers. There is a choice of two settings: Fast and Slow. fig.05-06.eps Select the voice to which you wish to apply the Rotary effect.
Page 144: Making Fine Adjustments To The Rotary Effect Speed (Rotary Speed)
Applying Various Effects to the Sound Making Fine Adjustments to the Rotary Effect Speed (Rotary Speed) You can make fine adjustments to the speaker rotation speed of the rotary effect (p. 141). Touch <Sound/KBD> on the Main screen. fig.05-08.eps The Sound/Keyboard screen appears. fig.VoiceList.eps Touch <Effect>.
Page 145: Changing The Brightness Of The Rotary Effect (Rotary Color)
Changing the Brightness of the Rotary Effect (Rotary Color) This setting allows you to choose the brightness of the Rotary sound obtained when using the Rotary effect (p. 141). Touch <Sound/KBD> on the Main screen. fig.05-08.eps The Sound/Keyboard screen appears. fig.VoiceList.eps Touch <Effect>.
Page 146: Adding Richness To The Sound (Chorus Effect)
Applying Various Effects to the Sound Adding Richness to the Sound (Chorus Effect) Chorus is an effect that adds expansiveness to a sound, making one instrument sound like several. You can apply a chorus effect for the “Upper Symphonic,” “Upper Orchestral,”...
Page 147 For the part to which you wish to apply the chorus effect, touch the Chorus “ON/OFF” display to change the setting. Each time you touch the Chorus setting, it will alternate ON/OFF. fig.05-15.eps Indication The Chorus effect will be applied to the voice. The Chorus effect will not be applied to the voice.
Page 148: Adding Resonance To The Sound (Sustain Effect)
Applying Various Effects to the Sound Adding Resonance to the Sound (Sustain Effect) Sustain allows you to add a sustain effect or decay to each voice after the keys are released. The Sustain effect can be added to the Upper (except the Solo part), Lower, and Pedal voices.
Page 149 Touch either <Upper> or <Lower>. Indication Upper To apply sustain to the Upper part Lower To apply sustain to the Lower part Touch < >< > to display the Sustain. Touch the Sustain setting to switch between “ON” and “OFF.” Each time you touch the Sustain setting, it will alternate ON/OFF.
Page 150: Changing The Sustain Length
Applying Various Effects to the Sound Changing the Sustain Length The sustain length can be set independently (SHORT, MIDDLE (Medium) or LONG) for the Upper and Lower keyboards and Pedalboard. Touch <Sound/KBD> on the Main screen. fig.05-08.eps The Sound/Keyboard screen appears. fig.VoiceList.eps Touch either <Upper>, <Lower>, or <Pedal>.
Page 151: Adding Reverberation To The Sound (Reverb Effect)
Adding Reverberation to the Sound (Reverb Effect) Reverb is an effect that adds a sense of spaciousness to the sound, creating the illusion of playing in a large or small concert hall, a large or small room, a small club, etc. fig.05-16-1.eps Press the Reverb [▲] or [▼] buttons to adjust the overall Reverb amount.
Page 152: Changing The Reverb Type
Applying Various Effects to the Sound Changing the Reverb Type By changing the reverberations of the notes, you can enjoy the atmosphere of performance in a wide variety of different locations. Touch <Sound/KBD> on the Main screen. fig.05-08.eps The Sound/Keyboard screen appears. fig.VoiceList.eps Touch <Effect>.
Page 153: Changing The Wall Type
Changing the Wall Type By changing the type of reverb (p. 150) you can experience the feeling of performing in various different locations, and by changing the Wall Type (wall material) you can make further adjustments to the way in which reverberation occurs. Touch <Sound/KBD>...
Page 154: Changing The Depth Of The Reverb
Applying Various Effects to the Sound Changing the Depth of the Reverb You can specify the reverb depth for each part. To adjust the reverb depth for Upper/ Lower/Pedal/Solo Touch <Sound/KBD> on the Main screen. fig.05-08.eps The Sound/Keyboard screen appears. fig.VoiceList.eps Touch <Upper>, <Lower>, or <Pedal>.
Page 155 To adjust the reverb depth for something other than Upper/Lower/ Pedal/Solo Touch <Sound/KBD> on the Main screen. fig.05-08.eps The Sound/Keyboard screen appears. fig.VoiceList.eps Touch <Effect>. The Effect screen appears. fig.05-17.eps Touch < >< > to display the Rev Depth (Reverb Depth). Applying Various Effects to the Sound fig.05-17_50 fig.05-12-3.eps...
Page 156: Using The D Beam Controller For Additional Enjoyment
Applying Various Effects to the Sound Using the D Beam Controller for Additional Enjoyment Modifying the Sound You can modify the sound simply by moving your hand above the D Beam controller located on the panel. Press either the [Pitch], [Filter], or [Volume] button for the D Beam so the button is lit in red.
Page 157: Moving Your Hand Above The D Beam Controller To Produce A Sound Effect
Moving Your Hand Above the D Beam Controller to Produce a Sound Effect You can produce various sound effects simply by moving your hand above the D Beam controller on the panel. Press either the [Pitch], [Filter], or [Volume] button for the D Beam so the button is lit in green.
Page 158: Using The Lower Keyboard Effectively
Using the Lower Keyboard Effectively Making Effective Use of the Lower Keyboard Since the lower keyboard of the ATELIER provides a generous 76 notes, you can use it to play piano pieces with ease. In addition, you can divide the keyboard into two or more sections and play solo voices, play the pedal bass voice, or combine a variety of uses for even more versatility.
Page 159 Using the Lower Keyboard to Play the Bass Part by Hand • Press the [Bass Split] button in the Pedal section to play the Pedal Bass voice from the Lower keyboard (p. 161). fig.06-02.eps ■ Drums/SFX ■ Manual Perc. ■ Bass ■...
Page 160: Playing The Solo Voice On The Lower Keyboard (Solo [To Lower] Button)
Using the Lower Keyboard Effectively Playing the Solo Voice on the Lower Keyboard (Solo [To Lower] Button) Normally, the solo voice will sound on the upper keyboard. By using the Solo [To Lower] button, you can play the solo voice in the right- hand side of the lower keyboard that includes the B4 key.
Page 161: Changing How The Solo Voice Responds
Changing How the Solo Voice Responds When the Solo voice is assigned to the Upper keyboard or the Lower keyboard, you can specify how the Solo voice will respond when more than one key is pressed. Touch <Sound/KBD> on the Main screen. The Sound/Keyboard screen appears.
Page 162: Changing The Solo Split Point
Using the Lower Keyboard Effectively Changing the Solo Split Point This setting is used to determine the Solo Split Point (lower limit of the playable range of the Solo voice) on the Lower keyboard to any desired position. Touch <Sound/KBD> on the Main screen. fig.06-08.eps The Sound/Keyboard screen appears.
Page 163: Using The Lower Keyboard To Play The Bass Voice ([Bass Split] Button)
Using the Lower Keyboard to Play the Bass Voice ([Bass Split] Button) By using the [Bass Split] button you can play the bass voice in the left-hand side (including C3) of the lower keyboard. The location at which the lower keyboard is divided in this way, to play the pedal bass voice, is called the “Bass Split Point.”...
Page 164: Changing The Bass Split Point
Using the Lower Keyboard Effectively Changing the Bass Split Point You can assign the Bass Split Point (the highest key up to which the Pedal Bass voice will sound), to any key of the Lower keyboard. Touch <Sound/KBD> on the Main screen. fig.05-08.eps The Sound/Keyboard screen appears.
Page 165: Using The Lower Keyboard To Play The Bass Voice (Pedal [To Lower] Button)
Using the Lower Keyboard to Play the Bass Voice (Pedal [To Lower] Button) By using the Pedal [To Lower] button, you can sound the Pedal Bass voice by playing the root note (see p. 279) of a chord on the Lower keyboard in the area that is playing the Lower voice.
Page 166: Recording/Playing Back What You Play
Recording/Playing Back What You Play The internal composer can record performances and play back commercial SMF music files. The composer can be used in the following two ways. Using the Panel Composer Buttons fig.07-01.eps Button Description Reset Returns you to the beginning of the song. Starts and stops playback of the song.
Page 167: What Is A Track Button
What is a Track Button? The recorded performance will be automatically assigned to the seven Track buttons according to the recorded part. You can record or play back independently by specifying the desired Track button; for example, when you wish to re-record a track. fig.07-04.eps You can record different kinds of performance data into each track:...
Page 168: Displaying The Track Buttons
Recording/Playing Back What You Play During recording, the control track will store the operations as follows. • Recording panel operations (Voice selections, Tempo changes, etc.) Newly recorded performance data will be added without erasing the previously recorded data. • Recording expression pedal operations This will depend on the function of the expression pedal.
Page 169: Playing Back Performance Songs Stored On Usb Memory And Smf Music Files
Playing Back Performance Songs Stored on USB Memory and SMF Music Files In addition to playing back the music you recorded on the instrument and saved to a USB memory, ATELIER also lets you enjoy a wide variety of commercially available song files, such as defined below.
Page 170: Silencing A Specific Track (Track Mute)
Recording/Playing Back What You Play Playing back all performance data Prepare the song that you want to play back. If you want to play a song from USB memory, connect it to the external memory connector. If you want to play a song from floppy disk, connect the floppy disk drive to the Ext Drive connector, and insert a floppy disk into the drive.
Page 171 The Rec/Play screen appears. fig.07-04-2.eps All accompaniment data is grouped to the “Accmp” track button in the Rec/Play screen. In the same manner, the rhythm performance data is grouped to “Rhythm.” If you want to mute only a portion of the rhythms or accompaniment, open up the Track Mute screen, and switch off the Track Mute buttons there (p.
Page 172: Muting Individual Tracks Of Performance Data
Recording/Playing Back What You Play Muting Individual Tracks of Performance Data All accompaniment data is grouped to the “Accmp” track button in the Rec/Play screen. In the same manner, the rhythm performance data is grouped to “Rhythm.” You can mute only a portion of the rhythms or accompaniment on the Track Mute screen.
Page 173: Viewing A Notation
Viewing a Notation You can display the notations of performances from SMF music files and recordings made on the ATELIER. This is very convenient when you want to read the music as you play and to confirm recorded songs. Selecting Songs →...
Page 174: Changing The Notation Settings
Recording/Playing Back What You Play Changing the Notation Settings Touch <Rec/Play> on the Main Screen. The Rec/Play screen appears. fig.07-04-1.eps Touch <DigiScore>. The Notation screen appears. fig.07-38.eps Touch <Option>. The Notation Options screen appears. fig.07-39.eps fig.07-40.eps Touch the button for the item whose setting you want to change.
Page 175 Touch < >< > to change the setting. fig.07-42.eps When you touch <Key>, the following screen appears. fig.07-41-1.eps fig.07-41-2.eps The Key screen is composed of two screens. Touch < > to switch between the two screens. Touch <Exit>. Recording/Playing Back What You Play Some notes on a Notation screen •...
Page 176: Recording A Performance
Recording/Playing Back What You Play Recording a Performance You can record the performance that you play. You can also record your performance while playing rhythms or automatic accompaniment. fig.07-12.eps 3, 4 Select the panel settings needed for recording the performance. Enter the recording standby mode by pressing the [Rec] button.
Page 177: Playing Back A Performance Song
Playing Back a Performance Song Here’s how to play back a performance you’ve recorded. fig.07-08-2.eps* Touch <Rec/Play> on the Main screen. fig.07-03.eps The Rec/Play screen appears. fig.07-04-2.eps Touch <Reset>. The location at which playback will start will return to the beginning of measure 1.
Page 178: Recording Each Part Separately
Recording/Playing Back What You Play Recording Each Part Separately In this method, each part (track button) is recorded one after another: first the Rhythm part, then the bass part, etc. If there are any previously recorded performances, you can listen to them as you record additional parts.
Page 179: Re-Recording
Re-Recording If you made a mistake in your performance during recording etc., you can re-record just a portion of the musical data in the track. If you wish to re-record with different settings for voices, tempo, part balance, erase the recorded song (p. 178) and re-record again.
Page 180: Erasing A Performance Song (Song Clear)
Recording/Playing Back What You Play Erasing a Performance Song (Song Clear) If you wish to discard your recording and re-record from the beginning, or if you wish to record a new performance, you must erase the previously-recorded data. Touch <Rec/Play> on the Main screen. The Rec/Play screen appears.
Page 181 Touch <Save/Delete>. The Song Save/Song Delete screen appears. fig.07-23.eps Touch < > (Utility) to open the Utility screen. The Utility screen appears. fig.07-24.eps Touch <Rename>. The Rename screen appears. fig.07-25.eps Touch the character select button ( to switch among uppercase/lowercase/ symbols.
Page 182: Saving Performance Songs
Recording/Playing Back What You Play Saving Performance Songs The performance data that you recorded will disappear when the power of the ATELIER is turned off. If you wish to keep the performance data, you can save it on a USB memory, floppy disk, or “Favorites”...
Page 183: Loading Performance Songs Into The Atelier
Touch the screen to select the format in which the data will be saved. You can select either “Original” or “SMF” format. Display Description Original Save data in ATELIER format Saving in SMF Format for ATELIER Sound Modules Touch <OK> to finalize the save format. Saving of the performance data will begin.
Page 184: Deleting Performance Songs Stored On "Favorites" Or The Usb Memory
Recording/Playing Back What You Play fig.07-31.eps The selected performance data will be loaded into internal memory. If the following screen appears The message below is shown when the performance song in the unit has not been saved to USB memory. fig.E-62.eps If you wish to erase the performance song...
Page 185: Layering A New Recording Onto Smf Music Files
The confirmation message appears. fig.07-30.eps If you touch <Cancel> the performance data will not be deleted, and you will return to the Rec/Play screen. When you touch <OK> the performance data will be deleted. Recording/Playing Back What You Play Layering a New Recording onto SMF Music Files You can load commercially available SMF music files into the ATELIER, and record your own performance on top of it.
Page 186: Using Song With A Different Tempo Than That Of The Performance Song
Recording/Playing Back What You Play Touch <Load>. fig.07-31.eps The selected performance data will be loaded into internal memory. For track assignments of SMF format performance data loaded to the ATELIER, refer to p. 169. Select the panel settings needed for recording the performance.
Page 187: Re-Recording Part Of Your Performance (Punch-In Recording)
Re-Recording Part of Your Performance (Punch-in Recording) After you have recorded a performance, you can re-record a specified portion of the performance. With this method, you listen to the recorded performance, and re-record just the desired area. This recording method is called “Punch-in Recording.”...
Page 188: Recording And Layering Drum Parts (Loop Recording)
Recording/Playing Back What You Play Recording and Layering Drum Parts (Loop Recording) You can repeatedly record over a specified region of the rhythm part, adding additional notes at each pass. This type of recording is called “Loop Recording.” This recording method is convenient when you wish to layer drum sounds individually for the Rhythm part.
Page 189: Starting Recording At The Right Moment (Count-In Recording)
Starting recording at the right moment (Count-In Recording) This setting (ON/OFF) determines whether or not a metronome count-in (2 measures) will be heard after pressing the [Play/Stop] button on recording. Touch <Rec/Play> on the Main screen. The Rec/Play screen appears. fig.07-04.eps Touch <...
Page 190: Copying Performance Song
Recording/Playing Back What You Play Copying Performance Song Performance songs and SMF music files from USB memory or floppy disk can be copied to “Favorites” (user memory). If a performance song saved in USB memory or on a floppy disk is stored in “Favorites,” the stored performance song will not disappear even when you turn off the power.
Page 191: Creating A Folder In Usb Memory
Copying Performance Songs from “Favorites” to USB Memory You can copy performance song from “Favorites” to USB memory. In this case, touch the arrow icon located in the center of the “Song File Copy screen” in step 6 of the above procedure, so the arrow points upwards.
Page 192: Editing Your Musical Performance Data
Editing Your Musical Performance Data Song files that you record can be edited using five different functions. The following editing functions are provided. Menu Descriptions Delete Measure Deleting a Specific Measure. Delete the Recording from a Delete Track Track. Erase a specified portion of Erase Event the performance in a specified area.
Page 193: Delete The Recording From A Track (Delete Track)
Touch the “From” value (the first measure that you wish to delete). Touch < >< > to set “From” (the first measure that you wish to delete). fig.08-05.eps When you’re done making the settings, touch <Exit>. Touch the “For” value (the number of measures that you wish to delete).
Page 194 Editing Your Musical Performance Data Touch <Delete Track>. fig.08-08.eps The Delete Track (delete the performance data of a track) screen appears. fig.08-08-2.eps Touch the “Track” value (the track whose performance data you wish to delete). Touch < >< > to select the “Track” (the track whose performance data you wish to delete).
Page 195: Erase Recording (Erase Event)
Erase Recording (Erase Event) You can erase a specified portion of the performance in a specified area without making the song shorter. This is called the “Erase” function. As an alternative to the method of erasing all performance data in a specified area, you can erase the following contents of the performance.
Page 196 Editing Your Musical Performance Data Touch the “Event” value (the type of performance data that you wish to erase). Touch < >< > to specify the “Event” (the type of performance data that you wish to erase). fig.08-12.eps Setting ALL, NOTE, PANEL, EXPRESSION, VOICE, TEMPO When you’re done making the settings, touch <Exit>.
Page 197: Copying Measures (Copy)
Copying Measures (Copy) This function lets you copy a portion of recorded song to a different measure (bar) location in the same track. If a recording already exists at the copy destination, it will be erased. Example: To copy measures (bars) 5–7 to measure (bar) 8 fig.08-13.eps Touch <Rec/Play>...
Page 198: Correct Timing Inaccuracies (Quantize)
Editing Your Musical Performance Data Touch < >< > to set “From” (the measure at which copying will begin). When you’re done making the settings, touch <Exit>. Touch the “For” value (the number of measures to be copied). Touch < ><...
Page 199 Touch <Quantize>. fig.08-17-2.eps The Quantize screen appears. fig.08-17.eps Touch the “Track” value (the track that will be quantized). Touch < >< > to specify the “Track” (the track that will be quantized). fig.08-18.eps Track ALL, RHYTHM, ACCOMP, BASS, LOWER, UPPER, SOLO If you select “ALL,”...
Page 200: Creating Original Accompaniment Rhythms
Creating Original Accompaniment Rhythms You can create a rhythm for use when Rhythm Mode is set to “S-SERIES” (p. 215). An original rhythm of your own is created by starting with one of the internal rhythms, then modifying it. You can edit some of the internal rhythms to create your own original rhythms.
Page 201: Preparations For Creating User Rhythms
Preparations for Creating User Rhythms Displaying the Rhythm Customize Screen Touch <Rhythm> on the Main screen. The Rhythm screen appears. fig.02-09.eps In the Rhythm screen, touch < The Utility screen appears. fig.02-10.eps Touch <Customize>. The Rhythm Customize screen appears. When opening a new Rhythm Customize screen Creating Original Accompaniment Rhythms When calling up a source.
Page 202: Selecting The Division
Creating Original Accompaniment Rhythms Selecting the Division What is the Division? A song progresses in predictable a sequence, such as intro, melody A, melody B, bridge and ending. With the ATELIER, such changes in songs are allocated to the following six performance states. We call these six parts of a song “Divisions.”...
Page 203: Loading The Rhythm
Loading the Rhythm Use the Rhythm Customize function to select the rhythm you want to use as the base for the rhythm you are creating. Bring up the Rhythm Customize screen (p. 199). fig.RC-01.eps Touch < > (Utility). The Utility screen appears. fig.RC-02.eps Touch <Load>.
Page 204: Making The Division Settings
Creating Original Accompaniment Rhythms Making the Division Settings Independent “Drum Set,” “Beat,” and “Volume” settings can be made for each Division. Bring up the Rhythm Customize screen (p. 199). fig.RC-10.eps Touch < > (Utility). The Utility screen appears. fig.RC-11.eps Touch <Div Options> (Division Options). The Division Options screen appears.
Page 205: Creating The User Rhythm
Touch < >< > to change the setting. Touch <Exit>. The Division Options screen reappears. Creating the User Rhythm Editing the Rhythm Edit the internal rhythm. What you can do Copying the Rhythm in a Selected Measure Deleting the Rhythm in a Selected Measure Erasing Sounds Adding Sounds Altering Voices...
Page 206 Creating Original Accompaniment Rhythms Editing the Sounds You can add and erase sounds, alter voices, and change the velocity. Bring up the Rhythm Customize screen (p. 199). fig.RC-10.eps Touch the point on the screen where the sound you want to edit is located. When you touch the screen, a line appears at the point you touch.
Page 207 Altering Voices Touch < >< > to select the sound whose voice you want to change. Touch the Instrument name. fig.RC-17.eps Touch <-8><-1><+1><+8> to switch the voice. Changing the Velocity Touch < >< > to select the sound whose velocity you want to change. Touch the Velocity setting.
Page 208: Changing And Deleting The Instruments Used
Creating Original Accompaniment Rhythms Changing and Deleting the Instruments Used You can change an instrument used in a rhythm and replace it with another instrument. Bring up the Rhythm Customize screen (p. 199). Touch the section in the Rhythm Customize screen where the instrument names are displayed.
Page 209: Deleting Rhythms You Have Created
Deleting Rhythms You Have Created This deletes User rhythms created by partially editing the internal rhythms. Bring up the Rhythm Customize screen (p. 199). Touch < > (Utility). The Utility screen appears. fig.RC-11.eps Touch <Clear>. The following screen appears. fig.RC-23.eps To cancel operation, touch <Cancel>.
Page 210: Saving User Rhythms To The User Memory Or Usb Memory
Creating Original Accompaniment Rhythms Saving User Rhythms to the User Memory or USB Memory You can take User rhythms created with the Rhythm Customize function and save them in the ATELIER’s User memory and USB memory. To call up rhythms saved in User memory, press the [User] button.
Page 211: Various Other Settings
Various Other Settings Adjusting How the Instrument Responds Turning Aftertouch On/Off This switches the aftertouch setting for the Upper keyboard. Aftertouch applies vibrato when additional pressure is placed on the keys that are being played. Aftertouch can only be enabled for the Upper keyboard. NOTE Touch <Sound/KBD>...
Page 212: Adjusting The Initial Touch Sensitivity
Various Other Settings Adjusting the Initial Touch Sensitivity Initial Touch is a function that translates the force used in playing the keys into a directly proportional amount of volume. This adjusts the amount of the Initial Touch effect applied. Touch <Sound/KBD> on the Main screen. The Sound/Keyboard screen appears.
Page 213: Performance Function Settings
Performance Function Settings Selecting the keyboard affected by the damper pedal You can specify which keyboard will be affected when you press the Damper (Sustain) pedal. Touch <Sound/KBD> on the Main screen. The Sound/Keyboard screen appears. Touch <Controller>. The Controller screen appears. Touch <...
Page 214: Choosing The Keyboard For Which Pitch Bend And Vibrato Will Apply
Various Other Settings Function During Playback You can specify whether or not the Expression Pedal will function while ATELIER song files are being played back. Touch <Sound/KBD> on the Main screen. The Sound/Keyboard screen appears. Touch <Controller>. The Controller screen appears. Touch <...
Page 215: Changing The Pitch Bend Range
Changing the Pitch Bend Range This setting allows you to choose the maximum amount of Pitch change (range) permissible when using Pitch Bend. The range can be set anywhere between 1–12 (in semitone units; with a maximum of one octave). Touch <Sound/KBD>...
Page 216: Rhythm Settings
Various Other Settings Rhythm Settings Turning Chord Hold On/Off The Chord Hold function can be switched ON/OFF. When Chord Hold is ON, the Automatic Accompaniment will continue playing even when you lift your hand from the keyboard to play a new chord. Touch <Rhythm>...
Page 217: Preventing Rhythm Tempos From Switching Automatically
Preventing Rhythm Tempos from Switching Automatically You can prevent rhythm tempos from switching automatically when you switch rhythms. Touch <Rhythm> on the Main screen. The Rhythm screen appears. Touch < > (Utility). The Utility screen appears. Touch <Options>. The Rhythm Options screen appears. Touch <...
Page 218 Various Other Settings This setting remains stored in memory even while power is turned off. Placing the Panel Overlay Sheet If you’ve set Rhythm Mode to “S-SERIES,” you can place the panel overlay sheet included with the ATELIER on the panel so that the button functions will be easy to see.
Page 219: Registration Settings
Registration Settings Changing the Timing at Which Arranger Settings are Recalled You can specify how the settings related to Rhythm performances and Automatic Accompaniment will be recalled when you press a Registration button. Touch <Registration> on the Main screen. The Registration Load screen appears. Touch <...
Page 220: Composer Settings
Various Other Settings Composer Settings Switching the Display of Lyrics On or Off Some music files have Lyrics included and these Lyrics can be displayed on the screen. You can turn on or off the lyrics display of such music files. Touch <Rec/Play>...
Page 221: Changing The Metronome Setting
Changing the Metronome Setting You can change the way in which the metronome will sound. Touch <Rec/Play> on the Main screen. The Rec/Play screen appears. Touch < > (Utility). The Utility screen appears. Touch <Options>. The Rec/Play Options screen appears. Touch <...
Page 222: Changing The Sound Of The Metronome
Various Other Settings Changing the Sound of the Metronome You can choose one of 4 different sounds for the metronome. Touch <Rec/Play> on the Main screen. The Rec/Play screen appears. Touch < > (Utility). The Utility screen appears. Touch <Options>. The Rec/Play Options screen appears.
Page 223: Other Settings
Other Settings Adjust the Standard Pitch (Master Tune) The basic pitch of an instrument is generally considered as the pitch of the middle A note. The “Master Tune” parameter lets you adjust this basic pitch to match the pitch of any other instruments that are playing together with the ATELIER.
Page 224: Enabling Transmission Of Pc Numbers
Various Other Settings Enabling Transmission of PC Numbers Transmission of PC (Program Change) numbers can be switched ON/OFF when a Registration is selected. Touch <System> on the Main screen. The System screen appears. Touch < >< > to display the Send PC Switch.
Page 225: Midi In Mode
MIDI IN Mode This instrument contains two sound generators: one for GM2/ GS data playback and one for keyboard performance. Normally, data received at the MIDI In connector will control only the sound generator for GM2/GS data playback. However by changing the MIDI IN Mode setting, you can also control the keyboard sound generator from MIDI In.
Page 226: Adjusting The Brightness Of The Display
Various Other Settings Touch <Tx MIDI Ch. Upper>, <Tx MIDI Ch. Lower>, <Tx MIDI Ch. Pedal>, <Tx MIDI Ch. Solo>, <Tx MIDI Ch. Drums> (Tx MIDI Ch. Drums/SFX), <Tx MIDI Ch. M.Perc> (Tx MIDI Ch. Manual Percussion) or <Tx MIDI Ch. Cntrl> (Tx MIDI Ch.
Page 227: Eliminating The Bouncing Ball From The Main Screen
Eliminating the Bouncing Ball from the Main Screen You can set the main screen so that the bouncing ball does not appear. Touch <System> on the Main screen. The System screen appears. Touch < >< > to display the Main Bouncing Ball.
Page 228: Changing The External Memory Setting
Various Other Settings Changing the External Memory Setting In some cases, when USB memory is connected to the external memory connector, it may take longer for data to be loaded, or data may fail to be loaded successfully. If this occurs, you may be able to solve the problem by changing the external memory setting.
Page 229: Changing The Functions Of The Remote Control's Buttons
Changing the Functions of the Remote Control’s Buttons These let you change the functions that are assigned to the remote control’s [FUNC 1] button and [FUNC2] button. Touch <System> on the Main screen. The System screen appears. Touch < >< >...
Page 230 Various Other Settings The V-LINK function is turned on, and the V-LINK icon appears in the main screen. fig.09-41.eps The Send PC Switch settings is automatically switched to ON when V-LINK is on (MODE 1, MODE 2). When the V- LINK function is switched off, the Send PC Switch setting reverts to the setting in effect before V-LINK was switched When V-LINK is set to “MODE 1”...
Page 231: Repositioning The Touch Screen
Repositioning the Touch Screen If you’ve been using the Touch Screen for some time, the pointer may be shifted, making the ATELIER react incorrectly. You should correct this displacement when necessary by performing calibration (repositioning). Touch <System> on the Main screen. The System screen appears.
Page 232: Restoring The User Memory To The Original Factory Settings
Various Other Settings Restoring the User Memory to the Original Factory Settings You can restore the User memory to their original factory settings. This function is called “User Memory Reset.” What is User Memory? “User Memory” refers to an area inside the instrument where you can store the user rhythms you create and the performances you record.
Page 233: Restoring All Settings Other Than The User Memory To The Original Factory Settings
Restoring All Settings Other Than the User Memory to the Original Factory Settings You can restore all of the settings other than the User memory (p. 82) to their original factory settings. This function is called “Panel Reset.” Touch <System> on the Main screen. The System screen appears.
Page 234: Formatting A Usb Memory (Format)
Various Other Settings Formatting a USB Memory (Format) The process of preparing USB memory or floppy disks so that they can be used with the ATELIER is called “initialization” (formatting). In certain cases, particularly with floppy disks, the media is formatted for a specific type of device.
Page 235 Touch <BMP Installer>. The BMP Installer screen appears. fig.09-34.eps Display Explanation Images stored in internal memory 01–03 For numbers at which no image is saved, “(Blank)” is shown. The image stored in the ATELIER will be View shown for a few seconds, allowing you to check the image.
Page 236: Deleting An Image Stored In Internal Memory
Various Other Settings Deleting an Image Stored in Internal Memory Touch <System> on the Main screen. The System screen appears. In the System screen, touch <Utility>. fig.00-38.eps Touch <BMP Installer>. fig.09-32.eps The BMP Installer screen appears. fig.09-34.eps In the screen, touch <01>–<03> to select the image that you wish to delete.
Page 237: Copying Data From A Floppy Disk To Usb Memory
Copying Data from a Floppy Disk to USB Memory All songs and registration data saved on a floppy disk can be copied to USB memory. Rhythms and image data cannot be copied. NOTE +ongs and registrations inside folders will not be copied. If you want to copy this data, move the song or registration NOTE data out of the folder.
Page 238: Video-Related Settings
Various Other Settings Touvch <OK>. The data from floppy disk will be copied to USB memory. When the copy is completed, a message will indicate “Completed,” and you will return to the System screen. If the floppy disk drive or USB memory is not connected correctly, a screen like the following will NOTE appear.
Page 239: Selecting The Aspect Ratio Of The Video Output
Selecting the Aspect Ratio of the Video Output This setting changes the proportional relationship between the vertical and horizontal dimensions of the image that is output from the ATELIER to the television or display connected to the Video Output [Video] jack. The ATELIER’s display screen has a horizontal/vertical ratio of 16:9.
Page 240: Selecting The Type Of Slide Show
Various Other Settings Selecting the Type of Slide Show You can specify how transitions between images are to occur when you play back a slide show (p. 265). Touch <System> on the Main screen. The System screen appears. Touch <Utility>. fig.00-38.eps Touch <Video>.
Page 241: Selecting The Interval At Which Images Will Change
Selecting the Interval at which Images will Change You can specify the interval at which images will change when you play back a slide show (p. 265). Touch <System> on the Main screen. The System screen appears. Touch <Utility>. fig.00-38.eps Touch <Video>.
Page 242: Connecting With External Device
Connecting with External Device Name and Functions of Jack and Connectors The functions of the jacks on the bottom of the keyboard are described below. Output Main L/Mono, R Jacks These jacks can be connected to your audio system to enjoy more powerful sound.
Page 243: Connecting To Audio Equipment
Connecting to Audio Equipment You can connect audio devices to play the sound of the ATELIER through the speakers of your audio system, or to record your performance on a tape recorder or other recording device. When connecting, please use an audio cable with a standard phone plug, such as the PCS-100PW (sold separately).
Page 244: Connecting An Amp To Produce Sound (At-900C)
ATELIER to your computer, and enjoy a variety of musical control and editing features. Connect the ATELIER to your computer as shown below. USB Cable * Refer to the Roland website for system requirements. Roland website: http://www.roland.com/ Connector Computer...
Page 245: Making The Settings For The Usb Driver
Normally, you don’t need to install a driver in order to connect the ATELIER to your computer. However, if some problem occurs, or if the performance is poor, using the Roland original driver may solve the problem. For details on downloading and installing the Roland original driver, refer to the Roland website.
Page 246: Connecting Midi Devices
Connecting with External Device Connecting MIDI Devices By connecting an external MIDI device and exchanging performance data, you can control the performances on one device from the other. For instance, you can output sound from the other instrument or switch Tones on the other instrument. What’s MIDI? MIDI, short for “Musical Instrument Digital Interface,”...
Page 247: Connecting An External Display Or Television
Connecting an External Display or Television Connecting an External Display Displays That Can Be Connected to This Instrument In general, a great many of the VGA monitors and multiscan monitors that are available on the market are compatible NOTE with this instrument. However, before you connect any monitor, make sure it meets the following specifications: Resolution 800 x 480 pixels...
Page 248: Connecting A Television
Connecting with External Device Connecting a Television Making the Connections To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the NOTE power on all devices before making any connections. Turn off the power to the ATELIER and the television to be connected (p.
Page 249: Changing The Settings When External Speakers Are Connected
Changing the settings when external speakers are connected The ATELIER has an Aux/Drums Output jack and Bass Output jack on the bottom of the instrument. By using this Aux/Drums Output jack to connect external speakers or audio set, you can sound the reverb (reverberation) from the speakers.
Page 250 Connecting with External Device Aux-Setting1.eps A Setup for a Small Hall or Home Speakers are placed at the back to produce the RSS reverb sound. This setup lets you enjoy the sensation of being enveloped by sound, even while in your own living room. Rear Speaker L Powered Speaker A Setup for a Mid-sized Hall...
Page 251 Aux-Setting2.eps Settings for Using an External Reverb Processor You can use an external reverb processor to apply reverb to the ATELIER’s sound. AT-900/AT-900C Front Speaker L Amplifier External Reverb Device Rear Speaker L Aux/Drum Output Main Output Line Input USER PROGRAM MUTE 12dB VALUE...
Page 252 Connecting with External Device A Setup for a Recital Bass, drums, and other sounds are output separately, and a mixer is used to adjust the volume balance. Speaker L A Setup for Enjoying Ensemble Performance By producing the accompaniment and rhythm from external speakers, you can enjoy the sensation of performing together with an orchestra.
Page 253: Using The Remote
Using the Remote You can use the included remote control to conveniently play/stop a song or to select songs. You can also use the remote to switch the image of the external display or television, or assign frequently used functions to the remote buttons. Installing Batteries in the Remote Install the included batteries (two) into the remote control unit.
Page 254: Using The Remote
Connecting with External Device Using the Remote When using the remote, point it toward the remote sensor on the ATELIER, and stay within the allowable operating range described below. Front View Over View Operating range for the remote Distance: 4 meters or less Angle: 40 degrees or less (to left or right) Cautions when using the remote •...
Page 255: Remote Control Buttons
Remote Control Buttons You can use the buttons of the remote control to perform the following functions. Button name [EJECT] button [VOCAL] button [VIDEO] button Explanation If a CD drive is connected, this ejects the CD or opens/closes the tray. Adjusts the depth of mic echo.
Page 256 Connecting with External Device Button name [CANCEL] button [TONE] button SONG [INTERNAL] button SONG [FAVORITES] button SONG [EXTERNAL] button ] button ] button ] button VOLUME [MUTE] button VOLUME [-] [+] buttons [FUNC 1] button [FUNC 2] button TEMPO [-] [+] buttons KEY CTRL (key control) [-] [+] buttons Explanation...
Page 257: Enjoying Music And Video
Sounds appropriate for the currently playing VIMA TUNES song will be selected automatically. VIMA TUNES is a Roland specification for music files that contains image and lyric data, allowing you to enjoy songs with lyrics and images simultaneously.
Page 258: Performing With A Background Image From A Video Camera
Enjoying Music and Video Performing with a Background Image from a Video Camera The image from your video camera can be shown on an external display or a television connected to the ATELIER. In the large external screen, you show yourself performing in real time, or show a video you’ve taken of your family for everyone to enjoy.
Page 259 Turn on the video function. Press the [Camera] button so it’s lit. Prepare your video camera. Turn on the power of your video camera. The image that’s being captured or played back by your video camera will appear on the external display or television connected to the ATELIER.
Page 260: Performing With A Background Image From A Dvd Player
Enjoying Music and Video Performing with a Background Image from a DVD Player You can connect your DVD player and use an external display or a television connected to the ATELIER to show the image from the DVD player while listening to the music or narration through the ATELIER’s speakers.
Page 261 Play back your DVD player. The external display or television connected to the ATELIER will show the video being played by the DVD player. The audio from the DVD player will be played back through the ATELIER’s speakers. Adjust the DVD volume. To adjust the volume of the DVD, turn the DVD Player In [Volume] knob of the ATELIER.
Page 262: Enjoying Powerful Sound And Big-Screen Playback From Your Portable Audio/Video Player
Enjoying Music and Video Enjoying Powerful Sound and Big-screen Playback from Your Portable Audio/Video Player If your portable audio player has video capability, you can connect it so the video is shown on the external display or television and the music is heard from the ATELIER’s speakers.
Page 263 Play back your portable audio/video player. The external display or television connected to the ATELIER will show the image from your portable audio/video player. The sound from your player will be heard from the ATELIER’s speakers. Turn the [Master Volume] slider to adjust the volume. To minimize the sound of the vocal on the portable audio/ video player, proceed as follows.
Page 264: Freely Switching Between Images
Enjoying Music and Video Freely Switching Between Images You can connect various video devices to the ATELIER, and then use the video function select buttons on the ATELIER’s panel to freely control the image that’s shown on the external display or television. Video Function Select Buttons Connect a variety of video devices to the ATELIER.
Page 265: Enjoying Vima Tunes Songs
Enjoying VIMA TUNES Songs Listening to a VIMA TUNES Song You can connect a CD drive (commercially available) and play back VIMA TUNES (sold separately). While playing a VIMA TUNES song, you can use the external display or television to view a slide show suitable for the character of the song, or play along using recommended tones.
Page 266 Enjoying Music and Video Touch < > to start playing back the song. You can touch Play Transpose < When you touch Melody <Mute> in the screen, the melody will be muted. You can mute the melody, and play the melody yourself. When you touch Melody <Guide>...
Page 267: Displaying A Slide Show While The Song Plays
Displaying a Slide Show while the Song Plays While playing back a VIMA CD-ROM (VIMA TUNES), you can view a slide show of images that match the mood of the song. Songs on a CD-ROM created for VIMA (VIMA TUNES) contain slide show images suitable for those songs, making it easy for you to enjoy a slide show without having to prepare your own images (photos).
Page 268 Enjoying Music and Video Touch < > to start playing back the song. A slide show suitable for the character of the song will be shown on the external display or television connected to the ATELIER. Touch < > to stop playing back the song. If you press the [Video Monitor] button located below the display, the ATELIER’s display...
Page 269: Performing With Sounds That Match The Song (Recommended Tones)
Performing with Sounds that Match the Song (Recommended Tones) When playing along on the keyboard while listening to a CD-ROM made for the VIMA (VIMA TUNES), this function lets you play using instrumental sounds that are appropriate for the atmosphere of the selected song. If you select a song from a CD-ROM created for VIMA (VIMA TUNES), three recommended tones will automatically be selected in the VIMA TUNES screen.
Page 270: Listening To Songs From Music Cd
Enjoying Music and Video Listening to Songs from Music CD You can connect a CD drive to the ATELIER and use it to play music CDs. This lets you perform or sing along with the backing of a music CD. Connect a commercially available CD drive to the Ext Drive connector, and insert the music CD into the CD drive.
Page 271: Enjoying Karaoke With A Music Cd (Center Cancel)
Enjoying Karaoke with a Music CD (Center Cancel) You can minimize the vocal sounds of a commercially available music CD, and sing the vocal part yourself. This is a convenient way to enjoy karaoke or practice soloing with a favorite music CD. You can also minimize the vocal sounds of a song from a DVD or a portable audio player.
Page 272: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If the ATELIER does not function in the way you except, first check the following chart. If this does not resolve the problem, consult your dealer or a nearby Roland Service Station. Problem When you press the [Power On] switch, the power doesn’t come on...
Page 273 Problem The [Master Volume] slider is set too low. Headphones are connected. When you connect the headphones, the sound is heard only through the headphones. The plug is still plugged into the headphone jack. No sound is heard The volume is set too low on the Level [▲] [▼] buttons.
Page 274 Troubleshooting Problem When you release your fingers from keys in the Lower keyboard while Automatic Accompaniment and Rhythm are playing, the Rhythm performance only remains playing When you release your fingers from keys in the Lower keyboard, the notes continue sounding Even though you press only one key, a multiple number of notes sound...
Page 275 Problem If you wish to erase a previously- recorded track and then re-record, press the track button for the desired track to make that button blink before you begin recording. Recording is not possible If you wish to erase a previously- recorded track and then re-record, touch the track button for the track you want to record in the Rec/Play screen,...
Page 276 • Place speakers so they are 10-15 cm from walls and other surfaces. • Reduce the volume. • Move the speakers away from any resonating objects. Consult your Roland dealer or nearest Roland Service Center. Page - - - - - - - - - p.
Page 277 Problem The expression pedal function is set to “PEDAL+COMPOSER” during playback of ATELIER performance data. Pressing the expression pedal When this setting is used, moving the while playing back ATELIER expression pedal while playing back performance data produces a ATELIER performance data may create crackling noise a difference between the expression pedal information in the performance...
Page 278: Error Message
An error occurred in internal memory. Please perform the operation again. If this indication appears even Memory Error after you’ve repeated the operation several times, please contact Roland service. Not found A rhythm or registration that meets the conditions was not found.
Page 279: Chord List
Chord List ● symbol: Indicates the constituent not of chord. ★ symbol: Chord shown with an “★”can be played by pressing just the key marked with the “★.” Chord 1.eps Cmaj7 C#maj7 C#m7 Cdim C#dim Cm7 5 C#m7 5 Caug C#aug Csus4 C#sus4...
Page 280 Chord List ● symbol: Indicates the constituent not of chord. ★ symbol: Chord shown with an “★”can be played by pressing just the key marked with the “★.” Chord 2.eps F#maj7 Gmaj7 F#m7 F#dim Gdim F#m7 5 Gm7 5 F#aug Gaug F#sus4 Gsus4...
Page 281: Glossary
Glossary Arrangement This refers to changes that have been made in an original tune, by adding a new accompaniment or by changing the instruments used. Automatic Accompaniment Automatic Accompaniment is automatic accompaniment when just a few keys in the lower section of the keyboard are pressed to specify the chord.
Page 282: Music Files That The Atelier Can Use
■ The ATELIER Allows You To Use the Following Music Files VIMA TUNES VIMA TUNES is a Roland specification for music files that contains image and lyric data, allowing you to enjoy songs with lyrics and images simultaneously. When data bearing the “VIMA TUNES” logo...
Page 283: Settings That Are Stored After The Power Is Turned Off
Settings That Are Stored After the Power Is Turned Off Settings That Are Stored After the Power Is Turned Off Arranger Update Aspect Ratio Auto Std Tempo (Auto Standard Tempo) Aux Out Mode D Beam Sensitivity Display Brightness Exp. Curve (Expression Curve) Lyrics Main Background Main Bouncing Ball...
Page 284: Midi Implementation Chart
MIDI Implementation Chart Roland Organ Model AT-900, AT-900C Function... Default Basic Channel Changed Default Mode Messages Altered Note True Voice Number : Note ON Velocity Note OFF After Key's Touch Ch's Pitch Bend 0, 32 6, 38 Control Change 98, 99...
Page 285: Demo Song List
W.A.Mozart Hector Olivera Ric Iannone Ric Iannone Ric Iannone Ric Iannone Copyright © 2007 Roland Corporation © 2007 Roland Corporation © 2007 Roland Corporation © 2007 Roland Corporation © 2007 Roland Corporation © 2004 Roland Corporation © 2004 Roland Corporation ©...
Page 286 Ralf is comfortable with all types of music. From pop to jazz, Ralf’s repertoire appeals to all age groups. Since 1992 Ralf has been working and touring for Roland Europe as demonstrator and product consultant. He regularly tours Europe, Asia and Canada.
Page 287 In 2002, King Records released Yuri’s album “Organ Chat,” all songs of which were performed and recorded using the Roland Organ Music ATELIER. The album was acclaimed for its unique arrangements and sure playing, prompting the release of “Organ Chat 2” in 2005. Currently, her...
Page 288: Short Cut List
Short Cut List Quick Guide Function Short Cut Expression Pedal [Bender/Vibrato] lever Upper Keyboard Lower Keyboard Pedalboard Left Foot Switch Right Foot Switch Damper Pedal [Solo To Lower] button [Bass Split] button Sustain [Pedal] button Rotary [On/Off] button While the Quick Guide Rotary [Slow/Fast] button screen is displayed, [Count Down] button...
Page 289: Main Specifications
Main Specifications AT-900, AT-900C: MUSIC ATELIER Upper Lower Keyboard Pedal Initial Touch After Touch Sound Generator Max.Polyphony Voice Sound Upper Part Generator Lower Part Solo Part Pedal Part Vintage Organ Rhythm Rhythm User Rhythm Rhythm Customize Arranger Function Music Assistant One Touch Program Quick Registration Drums/SFX Sets...
Page 290 Main Specifications Tracks Note Storage Song Length Composer Tempo Resolution Recording Edit Function Score Display Media File Storage Save Format Songs Rated Power Output Tweeter Full-range (small) Speaker Full-range (large) Woofer Display Pedals, Switches Connectors Power Supply Power Consumption Finish AT-900 7 tracks Approx.
Page 291 Console 1,374(W) x 700(D) x 1,350 (H) mm (included Music 54-1/8 (W) x 27-9/16 (D) x 53-3/16 (H) Rest) inches Stand 1,160 (W) x 844 (D) x 128 (H) mm Pedalboard 45-11/16 (W) x 33-1/4 (D) x 5-1/16 (H) inches 1,374 (W) x 1,020 (D) x 1,350 (H) mm Total 54-1/8 (W) x 40-3/16 (D) x 53-3/16 (H)
Page 292: Index
Index Active Expression Voice ... 69 Adjuster ... 23 AEx Voice ... 69 Aftertouch ... 209 Alternate ... 48 Arrangement ... 279 Arranger function ... 88 Arranger Update ... 217 Art.Cello ... 66 Art.TenorSax ... 68 Art.Trombone ... 67 Art.Violin ... 66 Articulation Voice ...
Page 293 Expression Pedal ... 136 Function ... 211 Ext In ... 262 [Ext In] button ... 260 External Display Connecting ... 245 EZ One Finger ... 46 EZ Touch ... 46 Factory Reset ... 27 Favorites ... 254 Feet ... 55 File Edit ...
Page 294 Index Octave Shift ... 74 One Touch Program ... 94–95 Output ... 240 Panel Reset ... 231 Panel Settings ... 279 Part Balance ... 72 Part Balance Monitor ... 73 PC Number ... 222 Pedal ... 50 Pedal Bass Voice ... 50 Pedal Cord ...
Page 295 Solo To Lower ... 158 Solo To Lower Mode ... 159 Solo Voice ... 51 Sort Registration ... 124 Sound Generator ... 279–280 Sound/KBD Main Screen ... 32 Split ... 279 Split Point Bass Split Point ... 162 Solo Split Point ... 160 Sub-window ...
Page 296 Information When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as shown below. PHILIPPINES AFRICA G.A. Yupangco & Co. Inc. 339 Gil J. Puyat Avenue EGYPT Makati, Metro Manila 1200, Al Fanny Trading Office...
Page 297 For EU Countries For China...
Page 298 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Compliance Information Statement Model Name : AT-900, AT-900C Type of Equipment : Digital Organ Responsible Party : Roland Corporation U.S. Address : 5100 S. Eastern Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90040-2938 (323) 890-3700 Telephone : NOTICE AVIS For EU Countries...

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Using the Unit Safely

Important Notes

Main Features

Contents

Panel Descriptions

Before You Start Playing

About the Display

Convenient Functions

Selecting and Playing Sounds

Using Rhythm Performance

Using the Registration Buttons

Using the Performance Functions

Applying Various Effects to the Sound

Using the Lower Keyboard Effectively

Recording/Playing Back What You Play

Editing Your Musical Performance Data

Creating Original Accompaniment Rhythms

Various Other Settings

Connecting with External Device

Enjoying Music and Video

Appendices

Quick Links

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