Roland KC-60 Owner's Manual

Roland KC-60 Owner's Manual

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Owner's Manual
Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland Keyboard Amplifier
KC-60.
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.
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled
• IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (p. 2)
• USING THE UNIT SAFELY (p. 3–p. 4)
• IMPORTANT NOTES (p. 5).
• Using a Speaker Stand (p. 10)
This unit is equipped with a protection circuit.
The protection circuit helps ensure safety by operating when excessive input continues
for a long time while the device is at a location with a high ambient temperature.
Sound drop-out may occur when the protection circuit is actuated during use.
Please read through the documentation carefully to ensure correct use.
Features
• This monitor-speaker amplifier is designed to provide high-quality sound for a
variety of sources, including digital keyboards and sound modules.
• The two-way monitor features a 25-cm (10-inch) speaker and tweeter, and delivers a
full 40 watts of high-power output.
• The input section features a three-channel mixer. Channel 1 is provided with an
XLR connector in addition to supporting mic input.
• Features a SUBWOOFER OUT jack, allowing connection of a subwoofer for
playback of even more impressive bass.
• Provided with an RCA phono type AUX IN jack, making it easy to connect devices
such as CD and MD players.
• Master section includes a handy two-band equalizer for adjusting sound quality.
• Provided with a convenient headphones jack for use of the monitor at night.
Copyright © 2002 ROLAND CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form
without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland Keyboard Amplifier KC-60. 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.
  • 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 • Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts within it (except when this manual provides specific instructions directing you to do so). Refer all servicing to your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” sheet.
  • Page 4 • Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.
  • Page 5: Important Notes

    (including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise, you will need to use equivalent packaging materials. • Use a cable from Roland to make the connection. If using some other make of connection cable, please note the following precau- tions.
  • Page 6: Panel Descriptions

    Panel Descriptions Control Panel fig.01 Jack Panel fig.01 CHANNEL CONTROL 1. CH 1 knob / CH 1 Input Jacks In addition to a 1/4” phone jack, this channel is equipped with a balanced XLR connector, useful for connecting microphones. This accepts input levels ranging from mic input (-50 dBu) to line level from sound modules and other equipment (-20 dBu).
  • Page 7: Power Indicator

    8. POWER Switch This switches the power on and off. * Always be sure to lower the volume on the KC-60 and any connected equipment to 0 whenever turning the power on or off. * This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after power up is required before the unit will operate normally.
  • Page 8: Making The Connections

    Making the Connections Refer to the figure shown below to connect the KC-60 and the other equipment. fig.03 Control Panel Stereo Headphone INPUT INPUT Mixer Subwoofer (With built-in amp) Here is an example of a setup that makes full use of the KC- 60’s mixer and monitor functions.
  • Page 9: Switching The Power On And Off

    1. Make sure that all volume controls on the KC-60 and connected devices are set to 0. 2. Turn on all the devices connected to the KC-60’s input jacks (CH 1 through CH 3 and AUX IN).
  • Page 10: Using A Speaker Stand

    Using a Speaker Stand By using a speaker stand, you can mount the KC-60 at the optimal height for use as a monitor speaker or simple PA device. fig. Caution The KC-60 is designed to be used only with speaker stands whose dimensions meet the specifications described below.
  • Page 11: Block Diagram

    Appendices Block Diagram MIC/LINE COLD BALANCED CH 1 VOL MIC/LINE CH 2 LINE CH 2 VOL CH 3 LINE CH 3 VOL AUX IN AUX IN Main Specifications Rated Power Output 40 W Nominal Input Level (1 kHz) Input Channel 1 (MIC/LINE): -50 –...
  • Page 12 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...

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