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Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland Performance Keyboard VR-760.
201b
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: "IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS" (Owner's manual p. 2), "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" (Owner's manual p.
3), and "IMPORTANT NOTES" (Owner's manual p. 5).
These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit.
Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature
provided by your new unit, Owner's manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should
be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.
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Copyright © 2003 ROLAND CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the
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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland Performance Keyboard VR-760. 201b Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” (Owner’s manual p. 2), “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (Owner’s manual p. 3), and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (Owner’s manual p. 5).

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    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). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS.

  • Page 3: Using The Unit Safely

    • When using the unit with a rack or stand recom- mended by Roland, the rack or stand must be carefully placed so it is level and sure to remain stable. If not using a rack or stand, you still need...
  • Page 4 • The unit should be located so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper venti- lation. 101c • This (VR-760) for use only with Roland stand KS- 12. Use with other stands is capable of resulting in instability causing possible injury. 102b •...

  • Page 5: Important Notes

    DATA card, or in another MIDI device (e.g., a sequencer) once it has been lost. Roland Corporation assumes no liability concerning such loss of data. • Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s buttons, sliders, or other controls;...
  • Page 6 • Do not disassemble or modify the cards. • Never insert or remove a CompactFlash card while the VR-760’s power is on. Doing so may corrupt the VR-760’s data or the data on the CompactFlash card. • Carefully insert the CompactFlash card all the way in—...

  • Page 7: Main Features

    The VR-760 also features SRX Wave Expansion slots, so you can use these expanded tones to perform in an even wider variety of musical genres.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Front Panel ... 12 Rear Panel ... 15 Before You Begin Playing ...16 Connecting the Power Cord ... 16 Connecting the VR-760 to External Equipment ... 17 Connecting Pedals... 18 Installing the Music Stand ... 18 Turning the Power On and Off... 19 Turning On the Power...
  • Page 9 Formatting the Memory Card for the VR-760 (Format) ... 57 Saving Data to Memory Card (Save File) ... 58 Loading a File from Memory Card into the VR-760 (Load File) ... 59 Renaming a File Saved to the Memory Card (Rename File)... 59 Deleting a File Saved to the Memory Card (Delete File)...
  • Page 10 Settings Multi-Effect of Synth Part... 75 Convenient Functions (UTILITY) ... 76 Checking the Installed Wave Expansion Boards (SRX Info) ... 76 Transferring the VR-760’s Settings to an External MIDI Device (Bulk Dump)... 76 Connect the VR-760 to Your Sequencer... 76 Bulk Dump Temp ... 77 Bulk Dump All ...
  • Page 11 Settings for Recording ... 79 Recording the Performance ... 80 About the Local Control... 80 Playing the VR-760’s Internal Sound Generator from an External MIDI Device ... 81 Making Connections... 81 Setting the Channels ... 81 Selecting VR-760 Sounds from an External MIDI Device ... 81 Controlling External MIDI Devices with the VR-760 ...

  • Page 12: Panel Descriptions

    Panel Descriptions Front Panel fig.panÇçelF ig.panelF [MASTER VOLUME] knob Adjust the overall volume (p. 20). RHYTHM RHYTHM [ON] button Switch the rhythm on/off (p. 53). [RHYTHM VOLUME] knob Adjusts the volume level of the Rhythm part (p. 53). D BEAM D BEAM controller You can modify the sound by moving your hand over the D Beam controller (p.

  • Page 13: Organ Section

    ig.panelF REGISTRATION [BANK] button Press these to select the REGISTRATION banks (p. 29, p. 54). [1] – [8] button Press these to select the REGISTRATION numbers (p. 29, p. 54). Additionally, press these to select the Edit menu (p. 65). [WRITE] button Stores the current settings to the Registration (p.

  • Page 14: Piano Section

    Panel Descriptions ig.panelF Piano Section PIANO TONE PIANO [VARIATION] button You can change the tone variation. Each Tone button holds three different variations; as you switch the variations the button indicators changes, cycling through off, red, and green (p. 43). PIANO TONE buttons MIC/AMP [DISTANCE/EQ] knob...

  • Page 15: Rear Panel

    Rear Panel fig.panelR [POWER] Switch Switch turns the power on/off (p. 19). AC Inlet Connect the included power cable to this inlet (p. 16). MEMORY CARD slot Insert a CompactFlash card here (p. 6, p. 56). MIDI Connectors (IN, OUT, THRU) Used for connecting external MIDI devices and for transmission of MIDI messages (p.

  • Page 16: Before You Begin Playing

    Before You Begin Playing Connecting the Power Cord Before making a connection, make sure that the VR-760 is turned off. Connect supplied power cord to the VR-760, and plug the other end into a power outlet. fig.connection_e AC Outlet AC Inlet...

  • Page 17: Connecting The Vr-760 To External Equipment

    Connecting the VR-760 to External Equipment The VR-760 is not equipped with an amplifier or speakers. In order to hear the sound, you will need to connect audio equipment such as a monitor speaker system or stereo set, or use headphones.

  • Page 18: Connecting Pedals

    Installing the Music Stand fig.01-01 Using the supplied screws, fasten the music stand to the back of the VR-760 as illustrated. Be sure to use the supplied screws for attaching the music stand. Turn the screws clockwise to tighten them.

  • Page 19: Turning The Power On And Off

    Turn on the power to connected external devices. Adjust the volume of the connected external device. Adjust the VR-760’s volume to obtain the proper volume level. Turning Off the Power Before you switch on the power, turn the volume down all the way by rotating the [MASTER VOLUME] knob.

  • Page 20: Adjusting The Volume

    Also adjust the volume of the connected device to an appropriate level. Restoring the Factory Settings (Factory Reset) When using the VR-760 for the first time, start by returning the settings to their factory defaults so that the VR-760 operates as described in the procedures in the owner’s manual.

  • Page 21: Adjusting The Display Contrast (Lcd Contrast)

    (LCD Contrast) The characters in the display may be difficult to view immediately after turning on the VR-760’s power or after extended use. Your viewing angle or the current lighting conditions can also affect the appearance of the display. In such situations, you can turn the LCD CONTRAST knob (located on the rear panel) to adjust the contrast of the display.

  • Page 22: Tuning To Other Instruments' Pitches (Master Tune)

    Before You Begin Playing Tuning to Other Instruments’ Pitches (Master Tune) For a cleaner ensemble sound while performing with one or more other instruments, ensure that each instrument’s basic pitch is in tune with that of the other instruments. In general, the tuning of an instrument is indicated by the pitch in Hertz (Hz) of the middle “A”...

  • Page 23: Overview Of The Vr-760

    On the VR-760, this sound generator is referred to as the “synthesizer sound generator” or simply the “synth.” In this Owner’s Manual, it is also referred to as the “synth part” or “synth section.”...

  • Page 24: Composition Of The Vr-760'S Parts

    The VR-760 uses the following parts. 1. Organ Part This is the part that controls the organ sound generator. The VR-760 features one organ part, and you can control the tone with the harmonic bars (p. 33). 2. Piano Part This is the part that controls the piano sound generator.

  • Page 25: Basic Operation Of The Vr-760

    The name of the rhythm style currently in the temporary area appears in the first row, and the tempo is displayed in the second row. fig.02-05(RythmScreen) Overview of the VR-760 Basic Screen Rules • If the synth and piano parts are turned off, “---” appears in the second row.

  • Page 26: About The Controller Section

    Overview of the VR-760 About the Controller Section The easy-to-understand arrangement of VR-760’s buttons and knobs is based on the different controls’ functions. About the CURSOR Buttons The CURSOR [ ] buttons are used for switching screens, and for moving to an item whose setting you want to change (by moving the cursor).

  • Page 27: Listening To The Demo Songs

    Listening to the Demo Songs Here’s how to listen to the demo songs. The VR-760 features the internal demo songs that exhibit the special capabilities of the instrument. Song Name Composer Take it Home Scott Tibbs RED 318 Kiyomi Otaka...

  • Page 28: Performing With The Keyboard

    Performing the Organ, Piano, or Synth Individually (ONE TOUCH) The VR-760 is normally set to allow you to perform with the organ, piano, and synth parts all playing together (layered). If you want to play only the organ, piano, or synth part, you will need to mute the other parts.

  • Page 29: Performing With A Variety Of Tones (Registration)

    Performing with a Variety of Tones (REGISTRATION) The VR-760 comes with settings including organ, piano, and synth settings as well as part combination settings pre-stored in the registrations. The registrations consist of 64 memories in which you can store different settings, with eight groups (banks) each of which contain eight registrations.

  • Page 30: Changing The Volume Level Of Each Part

    You can change the volume level of Organ, Piano, Synth, and Rhythm parts. fig.04-04(VolumeKnobs) Adding Reverberation to the Sound The VR-760 can apply a reverb effect. Applying reverb adds pleasing reverberation to what you play, so it sounds almost as if you were playing in a concert hall.

  • Page 31: Changing The Overall Tone Quality (Master Eq)

    Changing the Overall Tone Quality (MASTER EQ) fig.04-06(EQ) MASTER EQ is equalization that is applied to all of the parts. You can alter the tonal coloration by adjusting the [LOW], [MIDDLE], and [HIGH] knobs. MIDDLE comprises FREQ and LEVEL settings, which allow you to change the degree of change in the midrange as well as the center frequency of the frequencies being changed.

  • Page 32: Aftertouch

    * You can set the synth part’s damper effect on or off (p. 65). Expression pedal With a expression pedal connected to the EXP PEDAL jack on the VR-760’s rear panel, you can then control the volume level. Advancing the pedal away from yourself will increase the volume, and returning it toward yourself will decrease the volume.

  • Page 33: Basic Operation Of The Organ Part

    Basic Operation of the Organ Part The “Harmonic Bars” That Change the Composition of the Organ Tone The harmonic bars are controllers for creating the basic structure of the organ sound. By sliding nine harmonic bars in and out you can create a variety of tonalities.
  • Page 34 Performing with the Keyboard The numbers (16', 5-1/3', etc.) printed on the knob of each harmonic bar indicate the pitch of that bar in “feet.” The pitch of each harmonic bar plays an important role in creating the tone. The 8' pitch is the basic pitch of the sound, and the sound is created based on this 8' pitch.

  • Page 35: [H-Bar Manual] Button

    “muddy.” On the VR-760 faithfully simulates this characteristic. As you can see from the relation of the pitches, the 5-1/3' pitch is unique in that it is not arranged in order of pitch.

  • Page 36: Organ Section

    Teeth are cut into the edge of each disk, and sound is generated by rotating the disks past an electrical coil at a fixed speed. The VR-760 digitally simulates the tone wheel mechanism of a tone wheel organ, and thus provides the rapid response and full polyphony that characterize these instruments.

  • Page 37: Adding Modulation To The Sound (Vibrato And Chorus)

    Each time you press the [TONE WHEEL] button, the tone wheel will switch between the following settings. Type Explanation VINTAGE1 A tone wheel that simulates the tone wheel organs of the 70’s. VINTAGE2 A tone wheel that simulates the tone wheel organs of the 60’s. CLEAN A tone wheel with no leakage noise.

  • Page 38: Adding Crispness To The Sound (Percussion)

    Performing with the Keyboard Adding Crispness to the Sound (Percussion) Percussion adds an attack-type sound to the beginning of the note to give the sound more crispness. When you play legato (smoothly and connectedly), percussion will be added only to the first-played note. When you play staccato (articulating each note separately), percussion will be added to all notes.
  • Page 39 [SOFT] (Soft Percussion) button Switches the volume of the percussion. Button Explanation The percussion sound will be softer. Lit (ON) The percussion sound will be normal. Dark (OFF) When you turn the [SOFT] button off to strengthen the percussion sound, the organ sound specified by the harmonic bars will become lower.
  • Page 40 The VR-760 simulates this behavior, and also allows you to modify the organ voice settings to adjust the recharge time characteristics of the circuit (p.

  • Page 41: Changing The Virtual Amp (Amplifier)

    Changing the Virtual Amp (Amplifier) fig.04-16(AmpKnobs) Changing the Virtual Amp Switches the frequency response and cabinet resonance of the virtual amp. Press the [AMPLIFIER] button to select the type of virtual amp. The amp type will change each time you press the [AMPLIFIER] button. Type Explanation TYPE 1...

  • Page 42: Adding The Rotary Speaker Effect (Rotary Sound)

    Dark (OFF) About the Quick Firing Keyboard The keyboard used for the VR-760 is the product of research into the design and behavior of keyboards used in traditional organs, with modern technology used to reproduce these characteristics. Contacts for traditional organ keys are extremely shallow, meaning that sounds are produced with the slightest touch of the keys.

  • Page 43: Basic Operation Of The Piano Part

    Basic Operation of the Piano Part fig.04-17a(PianoSection) The “Tones” That Change the Piano Tone You can switch among nine tones to select the tone you want for the piano part. The nine tones can be selected from three tones and three variations. You can select the category by pressing either [A.PIANO], [E.PIANO], or [OTHERS] buttons.

  • Page 44: Changing The Characteristics Of The Sound "Mic/Amp

    Changing the Characteristics of the Sound “Mic/Amp” The VR-760 features mic and amp modeling for the piano part, and the most appropriate modeling is selected when a tone is selected. What’s more, you can further adjust the sound with the [TYPE] button and [DISTANCE/EQ] knob.

  • Page 45: Applying Effects To The Sound (Multi Effects)

    Applying Effects to the Sound (Multi Effects) There may be times when you want to play electric piano sounds through an effects processor. The VR-760’s piano part features a number of effects that sound great with the electric piano sound.

  • Page 46: Basic Operation Of The Synth Part

    Performing with the Keyboard Basic Operation of the Synth Part fig.04-20a(SynthSction) The “Tones” That Change the Synth Tone You can switch the synth part to select the tone you prefer from 18 different tones. You can select tones from six categories, each with three variations. You can select the category by pressing either [STRINGS], [CHOIR/SCAT], [BRASS], [SYNTH LEAD], [SYNTH PAD], or [BASS] buttons.

  • Page 47: Making Changes To The Tones (Tone Modify)

    Applying Effects to the Sound (MULTI EFFECTS) The VR-760 allows you to apply “multi-effects” to sounds. Multi-effects provides a collection of 40 different effects, such as distortion and franger, from which you can choose.

  • Page 48: Adding Expression To The Sound "Active Expression

    Performing with the Keyboard Adding Expression to the Sound “Active Expression” You can use the expression pedal to add expression to the synth part sound. This feature, called "Active Expression," includes control of two different functions, "FADE" and "TIMBRE." When "FADE" is selected, the volume of the synth part increases sharply as you depress the expression pedal.

  • Page 49: Using The Advanced Functions

    Using the D BEAM Controller to Produce Common Effects You can apply various effects to the sound only by moving your hand over the D Beam Controller on the VR-760 panel. fig.05-01(DBeamObPanel) Press any of the three buttons in the D BEAM CONTROLLER section.

  • Page 50: Adjusting The Sensitivity Of The D Beam Controller

    * Never turn off the power while the following screen is being displayed. fig.05-03ÅiD BEAM Calibrated!!Åj Although the D Beam sensitivity setting is saved within the VR-760 even after the power is turned off, the setting cannot be saved to cards.

  • Page 51: Dividing The Keyboard (Split)

    Dividing the Keyboard (Split) You can divide the keyboard into two key ranges and assign a different part to the left and right hand. Dividing the keyboard in two this way is referred to as a “split,” and the point at which the keyboard is split is called the split point.

  • Page 52: Playing Rhythm (Rhythm)

    Using the Advanced Functions Playing Rhythm (RHYTHM) The VR-760 includes a simple rhythm part that can be used for playing drum patterns in a variety of musical styles. The rhythm part can also be used in place of a metronome when practicing, or can be used for inspiring creativity.

  • Page 53: Changing The Rhythm Pattern And Tempos

    fig.05-07(SousaPanel) Press the RHYTHM [ON] button. The Rhythm begins playing. The following display is appear. fig.05-08(RythmScreen) Adjust the volume of the Rhythm with the [RHYTHM VOLUME] knob. Press the RHYTHM [ON] button once more; the indicator goes out, and the Rhythm stops playing. Changing the Rhythm Pattern and Tempos Press CURSOR [ ] button to go to the Rhythm screen.

  • Page 54: Saving Settings To Registrations

    REGISTRATION button. The VR-760 features 64 internal registrations. Each of the eight REGISTRATION buttons [1]–[8] can be used to store eight registrations, and each of the groups stored with the buttons is referred to as a “bank.”...

  • Page 55: Using A Control Pedal

    Using a Control Pedal You can connect a pedal switch (such as the optional DP-2) to the CONTROL PEDAL jack on the VR-760’s rear panel to switch the rotary effect, switch registrations, control the piano soft effect, turn external sequencers on and off, and control other functions (p. 66).

  • Page 56: Saving To The Memory Card

    Using the Advanced Functions Saving to the Memory Card With the VR-760, you can take all of the content in the registration and the system settings and save them as a single file to a memory card (CompactFlash). * When using memory cards, first turn the VR-760’s power off, then insert the memory card in the MEMORY CARD SLOT as shown in the figure below.

  • Page 57: Formatting The Memory Card For The Vr-760 (Format)

    This function initializes (formats) a memory card so that VR-760 data can be saved to it. Before a new memory card or a memory card used on another device can be used on the VR-760, it must be formatted on the VR-760. 5-15(FormatCard)

  • Page 58: Saving Data To Memory Card (Save File)

    Using the Advanced Functions Saving Data to Memory Card (Save File) Hold down the [EDIT] button, and press the REGISTRATION [7] (UTILITY) button. The Edit’s “UTILITY” screen is displayed. Press CURSOR [ fig.05-18(SaveFile) Press the [ENTER] button. The file name is displayed in the second row, and the cursor appears. Pressing the [EXIT] button, return to step 2.

  • Page 59: Loading A File From Memory Card Into The Vr-760 (Load File)

    Loading a File from Memory Card into the VR-760 (Load File) Hold down the [EDIT] button, and press the REGISTRATION [7] (UTILITY) button. The Edit’s “UTILITY” screen is displayed. Press CURSOR [ ] button to display the following screen. fig.05-20(LoadFile) Press the [ENTER] button.

  • Page 60: Deleting A File Saved To The Memory Card (Delete File)

    Using the Advanced Functions Press the [ENTER] button. A screen like the one shown below appears. fig.06-11(NewName) The cursor appears at the file name to the lower left of the display. Rename file. Move the cursor by using the CURSOR [ where you wish to input a character.

  • Page 61: Controlling An External Video Device (V-Link)

    Controlling an External Video Device (V-LINK) With the VR-760 connected to an external video device such as the Edirol DV-7PR, you can then use the VR-760 to control the images (V-LINK function). With the VR-760’s V-LINK function, you can use registrations or the keyboard to switch clips on the Edirol DV-7PR.

  • Page 62: How To Use The V-Link Function

    Turn on the power to the DV-7PR, and start up Presenter. Press the [V-LINK] button so its indicator lights up. The message “Video link system is ON” appears on the VR-760’s screen, indicating that the video control mode is enabled.

  • Page 63: Detailed Settings For Each Function (Edit)

    Detailed Settings for Each Function (EDIT) Edit mode allows you to get the most out of the VR-760’s functions by making more detailed settings. This section explains the functions that can be set in Edit mode. In this owner’s manual, the process of modifying a setting is referred to as “editing,”...

  • Page 64: Registration Organ

    Detailed Settings for Each Function (EDIT) REGISTRATION ORGAN These are the settings stored to individual registrations that affect the organ part. Parameter Organ Volume Organ Octave Shift Organ Fine Tune Leakage Level Key On Click Level Key Off Click Level Percussion Soft Level Percussion Norm Level Percussion Slow Time...

  • Page 65: Basic Procedure

    Tuning to Other Instruments’ Pitches Master Tune (415.3Hz-466.2Hz) This is a fine adjustment to the pitch of the VR-760. You can adjust the pitch of the entire instrument in 1 cent steps, relative to the pitch of A4 (middle A) = 440.0 Hz.

  • Page 66: Assigning Functions To Control Pedal

    Throughout the history of rock organ, a wide range of performers have developed unique effects and used them in their music. The VR-760 features the wheel brake as one of these characteristic effects. It is possible to stop the rotation of the tone wheels of the organ.

  • Page 67: Adjusting The Sensitivity Of The D Beam

    Sensitivity increases as the value is raised. You can also have the D Beam sensitivity adjusted automatically (p. 50). The D Beam Sens value is saved within the VR-760, but cannot be saved to memory cards (CompactFlash). Detailed Settings for Each Function (EDIT)

  • Page 68: Switching The Midi Data Transmitted

    (control, organ, piano, synth, and rhythm parts) should be output. But when controlling an external MIDI device, the data for parts (external parts) that have no effect on the control of the VR-760’s sound generators should be output. Value Explanation...

  • Page 69: Changing The Tone Wheel Brake Message

    Changing the Tone Wheel Brake Message TWBrk Ctrl Msg (1 – This determines the number of the message to be used for transmitting and receiving the status of the wheel brake effect produced using the control pedal. You can set any general-purpose controller 1–8. Changing the Pedal Wah Message PedalWahCtrlMsg (1–8) This determines the number of the message to be used for...

  • Page 70: Determining The Midi Output Key Range In Split Play

    MIDI OUT when Split Play is used. For example, this might be used when you want the Upper Part to sound the tones of a connected MIDI sound module, while the Lower Part sounds the VR-760’s tones. Value Explanation...

  • Page 71: Organ Settings For Registrations (Registration Organ)

    This is because the percussion on tone wheel organs was designed not to impair the volume balance of the entire organ. The VR-760 allows you to adjust this change in volume balance.

  • Page 72: Adjusting The Amount Of Overdrive

    Detailed Settings for Each Function (EDIT) Adjusting the Amount of Overdrive Overdrive Level (0–127) This adjusts the amount of the overdrive (distortion) effect applied. The sound becomes more distorted more as the value is increased. Settings the Spread of the Speaker Rotary Woofer Spread (0–10) Specify the spaciousness of the low-range speaker (woofer).

  • Page 73: Piano Settings For Registrations (Registration Piano)

    (stretch tuning). Setting this to Off gives the VR-760 equal temperament, while setting a value of 3 stretches the change in pitch in the high and low registers to the maximum degree.

  • Page 74: Synth Settings For Registrations (Registration Synth)

    Detailed Settings for Each Function (EDIT) Wah Resonance (0–127) This sets the strength of the effect when wah is selected for MFX. The change becomes easier to detect as the value is raised. Phaser Reso (0–127) This sets the strength of the effect when phaser is selected for MFX.

  • Page 75: Creating Smooth Pitch Changes (Portamento)

    Also included as one type of multi-effect is a reverb that can be used entirely independently of the REVERB found on the VR-760 panel (p. 30). Synth MFX Type This selects the multi-effect type.

  • Page 76: Convenient Functions (Utility)

    Make sure that the power of the VR-760 and your sequencer is off. Turn off the power of the VR-760 and the other device before making connections. If you connect an external device when the power is turned on, damage or malfunctions may occur.

  • Page 77: Bulk Dump Temp

    Bulk Dump Temp Transmit the contents of the selected Registration. Hold down the [EDIT] button, and press the REGISTRATION [7] (UTILITY) button. The Edit’s “UTILITY” screen is displayed. Press CURSOR [ ] button to display the following screen. fig.06-04(BulkDumpTemp) Pressing the [EXIT] button, return to the basic screen. Start recording on your sequencer.

  • Page 78: Loading Back Data That's Been Saved On An External Sequencer

    Make sure that the power of the VR-760 and your sequencer is off. Turn off the power of the VR-760 and the other device before making connections. If you connect an external device when the power is turned on, damage or malfunctions may occur.

  • Page 79: Connecting External Midi Devices

    Recording VR-760 Performances to an External MIDI Sequencer You can connect a sequencer to the VR-760 and record your playing. Connecting to External Sequencer fig.07-01(Connecting) MIDI IN...

  • Page 80: Recording The Performance

    MIDI sequencer set to MIDI Thru (whereby data received from MIDI IN is then output from the MIDI OUT with no changes made to the data) and the VR-760 set to Local Switch to off. fig.07-02(Local Switch)

  • Page 81: Playing The Vr-760'S Internal Sound Generator From An External Midi Device

    Connecting External MIDI Devices Setting the Channels Set the VR-760’s receive channel to match the external MIDI device’s transmit channel. For instructions on setting the VR-760’s Receive channel, refer to “Setting the MIDI Channel for Each Part” (p. 68).

  • Page 82: Controlling External Midi Devices With The Vr-760

    Connecting External MIDI Devices Switching Tones The MIDI messages transmitted by the external MIDI device will be received by the VR-760 to select Tones as shown in the following table. Group Bank Select Piano Synth Synth Active Exp Timbre The following shows a breakdown of the different Program Change numbers.

  • Page 83: Installing The Wave Expansion Board

    Up to two optional Wave Expansion Boards (SRX Series) can be installed in the VR-760. Wave Expansion Boards store Wave data, Patches, and Rhythm Sets, and by equipping the VR-760 with these boards, you can greatly expand your sound palette. Cautions When Installing an...

  • Page 84: Checking The Installed Wave Expansion Boards

    Installing the Wave Expansion Board Insert the Wave Expansion Board connector into a connector for an SRX Series slot (SRX A or SRX B), while simultaneously inserting the board holders into the holes in the Wave Expansion Board. fig.08-04 Wave Expansion Board (SRX series) Board holder Connector Position them as shown...

  • Page 85: Installation De La Carte D'extension Wave (French Language For Canadian Safety Standard)

    Wave (French language for Canadian Safety Standard) Vous pouvez installer jusqu’à 2 cartes d’extension optionnelles dans le VR-760. Ces cartes d’extension mémorisant des données Wave, des morceaux et des ensembles rythmiques, elles vous permettront d’augmenter considérablement le timbre. Precautions lors de l’installation de la carte...

  • Page 86: Vérification Des Cartes D'extension Audio Aprés Installation

    Installing the Wave Expansion Board Insérer le connecteur de la carte dans un des créneaux pour la série SRX (SRX A, SRX B) tout en enfonçant les supports à carte dans les trous de celle-ci. fig.08-04 Carte d'extension Wave (serie SRX) Support à...

  • Page 87: Appendices

    Troubleshooting If the VR-760 does not function in the way you expect, first check the following points. If this does not resolve the problem, consult your dealer or a nearby Roland Service Station. * If certain messages appear in the display during operation, please refer to “Messages and Error Messages” (p. 90).
  • Page 88 The VR-760 faithfully reproduces the tone wheel organ’s click sound. No piano part sound The piano volume is turned down.
  • Page 89 Problem Check Hold pedal and The control pedal polarity is reversed. control pedal functions are reversed D Beam sensitivity The D Beam sensitivity setting has gone poor/malfunctioning out of adjustment. There is an excessive amount of infrared light present at the place where the instrument is being used.

  • Page 90: Messages And Error Messages

    Messages and Error Messages This section lists the messages (error messages) that the VR-760 produces and explains the meaning of each message, giving you to appropriate action to take. Message Meaning BULK: Check Sum Error The checksum value of a system exclusive message was incorrect.

  • Page 91: Effects/Parameter List

    Effects/Parameter List The multi-effects feature 40 different kinds of effects. Some of the effects consist of two different effects connected in series or in parallel. Parameters marked with a sharp “#” can be controlled using the MFX [CONTROL] knob on the Synth section (Two setting items will change simultaneously for “#1”...
  • Page 92 Effects/Parameter List 6: ENHANCER Controls the overtone structure of the high frequencies, adding sparkle and tightness to the sound. Parameter Value Explanation Sens # 0–127 Sensitivity of the enhancer Mix # 0–127 Level of the overtones generated by the enhancer Low Gain -15–+15 dB Gain of the low range...
  • Page 93 13: SPACE-D This is a multiple chorus that applies two-phase modulation in stereo. It gives no impression of modulation, but produces a transparent chorus effect. Parameter Value Explanation Pre Delay 0.0–100.0 ms Adjusts the delay time from the di- rect sound until the chorus sound is heard.
  • Page 94 Effects/Parameter List 18: MOD DELAY (Modulation Delay) Adds modulation to the delayed sound, producing an effect similar to a flanger. When Mode is NORMAL: fig.02-018am Balance D L in Delay Modulation Balance W Feedback Feedback Delay Balance W Modulation R in Balance D When Mode is CROSS: fig.02-018bm...
  • Page 95 21: TIME CTRL DLY (Time Control Delay) This effect allows you to use the MFX [CONTROL] knob on the Synth section to control the delay time and pitch in realtime. Lengthening the delay will lower the pitch, and shortening it will raise the pitch.
  • Page 96 Effects/Parameter List 25: GATED REVERB This is a special type of reverb in which the reverberant sound is cut off before its natural length. Parameter Value Explanation Type NORMAL, Type of reverb REVERSE, NORMAL: conventional gated SWEEP1, SWEEP2 reverb REVERSE: backwards reverb SWEEP1: the reverberant sound moves from right to left SWEEP2: the reverberant...
  • Page 97 30: DIST -> FLANGER (Distortion -> Flanger) The parameters are essentially the same as in “27: OD -> FLANGER,” with the exception of the following two. OD Drive -> Dst Drive, OD Pan -> Dist Pan 31: DIST -> DELAY (Distortion -> Delay) The parameters are essentially the same as in “28: OD ->...
  • Page 98 Effects/Parameter List 36: FLANGER -> DELAY fig.02-036m Balance D L in Feedback Balance W Flanger Balance W R in Balance D Parameter Value Explanation Flg Delay 0.0–100.0 ms Adjusts the delay time from when the direct sound begins until the flanger sound is heard.

  • Page 99: Tone List

    Tone List Piano Tone [Acoustic Piano] PatchName ConcertGrand Classical Pf European Pf [Electric Piano] PatchName Rhodes Mark 1 Rhodes Mark 2 Dyno Rhodes [Other Piano] PatchName Wurly Piano Clav Harpsichord Rhythm Set List pc1. VR Pops Kit Note No. Metronome 2 R8 Click Metronome 1 Rock Kick...

  • Page 100: Settings You Can Alter And Store

    Settings You Can Alter and Store Settings Stored to the System • Master Tune • Key Transpose • Key Touch • Damper Polarity • Organ Damper SW • Synth Damper SW • Piano Expression SW • Control Pedal Polarity • Control Pedal Assign •...

  • Page 101: Shortcut List

    Shortcut List [EDIT] + Bender [EDIT] + Aftertouch [EDIT] + Damper [EDIT] + Expression [EDIT] + CTRL Pedal [EDIT] + [SPLIT] [EDIT] + [V-LINK] [EDIT] + [REVERB] knob [EDIT] + [REVERB TYPE] [EDIT] + [RHYTHM] [EDIT] + [RHYTHM] knob [EDIT] + one of the [D BEAM] button [EDIT] + one of the REGISTRATION [1]–[8] [EDIT] + [ORGAN VOLUME] knob [EDIT] + [PERC.SOFT]...

  • Page 102: Midi Implementation

    MIDI Implementation Model: VR-760 (Performance Keyboard) Date: Nov. 1, 2002 Version: 1.00 1. Receive data Channel Voice Messages Note off Status 2nd byte 3rd byte n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16) kk = note number:...
  • Page 103 Soft (Controller number 67) Status 2nd byte 3rd byte n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16) vv = Control value: 00H - 7FH (0 - 127) 0 - 63 = OFF, 64 - 127 = ON * Only received by the Piano Part.

  • Page 104: Channel Mode Messages

    MIDI Implementation RPN MSB/LSB (Controller number 100, 101) Status 2nd byte 3rd byte n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16) mm = upper byte (MSB) of parameter number specified by RPN ll = lower byte (LSB) of parameter number specified by RPN <<<...

  • Page 105: System Realtime Message

    = ID number: an ID number (manufacturer ID) to indicate the manufacturer whose Exclusive message this is. Roland’s manufacturer ID is 41H. ID numbers 7EH and 7FH are extensions of the MIDI standard; Universal Non-realtime Messages (7EH) and Universal Realtime Messages (7FH).

  • Page 106: Control Change

    Exclusive status ID number (Roland) Device ID (dev: 00H - 1FH, 7FH, Initial value is 10H) Model ID #1 (VR-760) Model ID #2 (VR-760) Command ID (DT1) Address MSB: upper byte of the starting address of the data to be sent...

  • Page 107: System Realtime Messages

    General Purpose Controller 3 (Controller number 18) Status 2nd byte 3rd byte n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16) vv = Control value: 00H - 7FH (0 - 127) * Depending on the Control Message settings (Edit: System MIDI: Control Message). General Purpose Controller 4 (Controller number 19) Status 2nd byte...
  • Page 108 00H, 00H, 00H, 01H, 00H, 00H Byte Explanation Exclusive status ID number (Universal Non-realtime Message) Device ID (use the same as the device ID of Roland) Sub ID#1 (General Information) Sub ID#2 (Identity Reply) ID number (Roland) 5FH 01H Device family code (VR-760)
  • Page 109 * Transmission of “#” marked address is divided to some packets. For example, ABH in hexadecimal notation will be divided to 0AH and 0BH, and is sent/received in this order. VR-760 (Model ID = 00H 5FH) +——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————+ | Start Address | Description |—————————————+————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————|...
  • Page 110 MIDI Implementation | 00 00 00 30 | Total Size +——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————+ Registration Piano +——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————+ | Offset Address | Description |—————————————+————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————| 00 00 | 0000 000a | Part Switch 00 01 | 0aaa aaaa | Bank Select MSB (CC# 0) 00 02 | 0aaa aaaa | Bank Select LSB (CC# 32) 00 03 | 0aaa aaaa | Program Number (PC) 00 04 | 0aaa aaaa | Piano Volume 00 05 | 0000 0aaa | Piano Octave Shift...
  • Page 111 Decimal and Hexadecimal Table (An “H” is appended to the end of numbers in hexadecimal notation.) In MIDI documentation, data values and addresses/sizes of Exclusive messages, etc. are expressed as hexadecimal values for each 7 bits. The following table shows how these correspond to decimal numbers. +——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————+ |——————+——————++——————+——————++——————+——————++——————+——————| 00H ||...
  • Page 112 Example of an Exclusive Message and Calculating a Checksum Roland Exclusive messages (RQ1, DT1) are transmitted with a checksum at the end (before F7) to make sure that the message was correctly received. The value of the checksum is determined by the address and data (or size) of the transmitted Exclusive message.

  • Page 113: Midi Implementation Chart

    Performance Keyboard MIDI Implementation Chart Model VR-760 Function... Basic Default 1–16 Channel Changed 1–16 Default Mode 3 Mode Messages Mono, Poly Altered ************** Note 0–127 Number : True Voice ************** Note On Velocity Note Off After Key's Touch Channel's Pitch Bend...

  • Page 114: Specifications

    Specifications VR-760: Performance Keyboard Keyboard Waterfall 76 keys (with velocity and aftertouch) Sound Generator Organ Piano, Synth, Rhythm Organ, Piano, Synth, Rhythm Part Organ Maximum Polyphony Piano, Synth, Rhythm Wave Memory 96 M bytes (16-bit linear equivalent) Organ Section Harmonic Bar...

  • Page 115: Index

    Index A.PIANO button ... 43 AC Inlet ... 15 ACTIVE EXPRESSION ... 14, 48 Aftertouch ... 32 AftTouch Sens ... 70 Amp Modeling ... 44 AMP TYPE SELECT button ... 13 AMPLIFIER ... 13, 41 AMPLIFIER button ... 41 ATTACK ... 47 ATTACK knob ...
  • Page 116 Master Tune ... 22, 65 MASTER VOLUME knob ... 12, 20 Memory Card ... 6, 56 Format ... 57 Load File ... 59 Rename File ... 59–60 Save ... 58 Memory Card slot ... 15 Messages and Error Messages ... 90 PIANO ...
  • Page 117 ROTARY SLW/FST ... 66, 70 Rotary Sound ... 42 ROTARY SPEED (Ctrl Pdl Assign) ... 66 ROTARY SPEED button ... 12 Rotary Tweeter Fall Time ... 72 Rotary Tweeter Fast Speed ... 72 Rotary Tweeter Level ... 72 Rotary Tweeter Rise Time ... 72 Rotary Tweeter Slow Speed ...
  • Page 118 Information When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as shown below. SINGAPORE AFRICA AFRICA Swee Lee Company 150 Sims Drive, EGYPT SINGAPORE 387381 TEL: 6846-3676 Al Fanny Trading Office...
  • Page 119 This product complies with the requirements of European Directives EMC 89/336/EEC and LVD 73/23/EEC. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 120 This owner’s manual is printed on recycled paper. 03128590 ’03-6-5N...

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