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Roland RP301R Owner's Manual

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Look What You Can Do! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Panel descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Rear panel connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Before You Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Opening/closing the lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Turning the power on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Performing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Selecting tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Using the metronome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Changing the tempo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Changing the Beat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Changing the key of the keyboard (Transpose) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Disabling the Buttons (Panel Lock) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Adjusting the keyboard sensitivity and the sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Adjusting the Keyboard Sensitivity (Key Touch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Adding Reverberation to Sounds (Reverb Eff ect) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Adjusting the Brilliance of the Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Playing back songs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Playing parts (left/right hand) separately . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Playing back an audio fi le with its central sound minimized
(Center Cancel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Sounding a count before playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Using the Rhythm function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Structure of the Rhythm accompaniments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Playing back a rhythm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Splitting the keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Playing back Songs or Rhythms on a USB memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
separately) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Navigating the contents of a USB memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Various settings (Function mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Basic Operation in Function Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Saving the Settings (Memory Backup) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Function settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Before using the RP301R, carefully read the sections entitled: "Using the unit safely" (p. 35) and "Important notes" (p. 36). These sections provide important
information concerning the proper operation of the RP301R. 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.
Copying song fi les . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Deleting Song fi les . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Initializing the memory (Format Media) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Message list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Main specifi cations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Tone List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Internal Song list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Internal Rhythm list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Using the unit safely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Important notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Assembling the RP301R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
1. Stand assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
2. Assembling the Piano . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Assembling the RP301R ........

  • Page 2: Panel Descriptions

    To start or stop the selected Press the [ ] button. Song Press the [ ] button, then the [ ] button. To record your own Alternative: press the [ ] button and then a key performance into the RP301R on the RP301R’s keyboard.
  • Page 3 [Split] + [Transpose] button: Function mode Holding down [Split] while pressing [Transpose] allows you to select the RP301R’s Function mode (p. 21). Tone [Piano] and [Other] buttons Use these buttons to select tones (p. 9) or adjust the manner in which they are sounded (p. 12).

  • Page 4: Headphone Jacks

    • You cannot play back CD-R/RW disks to which audio tracks have been added or CDs containing both audio tracks and data (CD Extra). • The RP301R is capable of playing back only commercial CDs that conform the offi cial standards-those that carry the “COMPACT DISC DIGITAL AUDIO” logo.

  • Page 5: Rear Panel Connections

    USB memory can be played back by the RP301R. • MIDI data can be transferred between the RP301R and your sequencer software (sold separately), opening up a wide • • You can connect an optional CD drive (CD-01A) to the range of possibilities for music production and editing.

  • Page 6: Before You Play

    Grasp and gently lower the edge of the lid with both Use the [Volume] knob to adjust the volume. hands. * The RP301R is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after power up is required before the RP301R will operate normally.

  • Page 7: Performing

    Performing Selecting tones Using the metronome The RP301R contains numerous tones (sounds). The tones are You can perform while the metronome sounds. organized into two groups. The [Piano] button is used for the grand You can adjust the tempo or beat of the piano tone group and for group that combines piano sounds with metronome.

  • Page 8: Changing The Key Of The Keyboard (Transpose)

    Hold down the [Transpose] button and press the E key (since E is the tonic). This function allows you to transpose the RP301R’s pitch in semi- Counting from C as a reference point, one moves up four keys, tone steps. This transposition also applies to Song playback.

  • Page 9: Disabling The Buttons (Panel Lock)

    Performing Disabling the Buttons ( Panel Lock) When you activate Panel Lock, all buttons will be disabled. This prevents the tones or settings from being changed if you inadvertently press a button. Hold down the [Other] button and press the [Song] button.

  • Page 10: Adjusting The Keyboard Sensitivity And The Sound

    Press the [Metronome] button to activate value selection. Memo Now, the bottom line contains one or two white arrows: When the power is turned off , the RP301R’s settings will return to their default state. However, you can save this setting so that KeyTouch it will still be available the next time the power is turned on.

  • Page 11: Playing Back Songs

    • Categories beginning with “A”, “B”, “C” are Polonais internal songs. The RP301R also allows you to quickly return to the beginning of ä001 • “U” and a number refers to songs you’ve the current song, to jump to the beginning of the previous song, recorded in internal memory.

  • Page 12: Playing Parts (Left/Right Hand) Separately

    Playing back songs Playing songs consecutively (All Song Play) Memo The parts (left-hand/right-hand) are indicated as follows for the You can consecutively play back the built-in songs or the songs internal songs (A, B, C) and the songs you’ve recorded (U). Song saved in the internal memory or on the USB flash drive repetitively.

  • Page 13: Using The Rhythm Function

    (“Ending”) on the next This means that Rhythm playback will start with an introduction. downbeat. At the end of this phrase, When it is fi nished, the RP301R automatically jumps to the simple playback stops. or complex Variation pattern (see the next step),...

  • Page 14: Changing The Rhythm Volume

    Keep holding the [Variation] button while pressing the [+] or [–] function to switch the AutoFill function on or off. When the AutoFill function is on, the RP301R will play a transition between each switch from the simple to the complex Variation...

  • Page 15: Split: Diff Erent Functions For The Left/Right Keyboard Halves

    & & Split: Diff erent functions for the left/right keyboard halves The [Split] button allows you to divide the RP301R’s keyboard into Note two halves and to use those sections for diff erent purposes. Unlike See the table above for an explanation of the “Split TONE” and Twin Piano mode (p.

  • Page 16: Changing The Split Point

    Split: Different functions for the left/right keyboard halves Switching off the Split function Press the [Split] button again one or twice to switch off its indicator. Changing the split point By default, switching on the [Split] button will cause the keyboard to be split at the note F#3: ▼...

  • Page 17: Recording

    Recording will stop and a message will ask you whether you want The [Rec] indicator lights and the [Start/Stop] button fl ashes; the to save your song. RP301R will enter recording-standby mode. Save? Memo If you decide not to record (i.e., if you want to exit recording- standby mode), press the [Rec] button again.

  • Page 18: Playing Back Songs Or Rhythms On A Usb Memory

    USB memory. In our example, we selected a folder called “Rock”. The RP301R can play back SMF files (MIDI data that use the RP301R’s internal sounds), audio files (WAV) and Rhythm files directly from a Press the [Start/Stop] button to enter (open) the selected USB memory.

  • Page 19: Various Settings (Function Mode)

    Backup) Basic Operation in Function Mode When the RP301R’s power is turned off , it will return to its default Here’s the basic procedure for making settings in Function mode. settings. However, if desired, you can save the following settings so that they will be remembered even after the power is off .

  • Page 20: Function Settings

    This function helps you select Tones for the part you play on the keyboard. Whenever you select a Rhythm, the RP301R automatically calls up a suitable Tone from the “Other” family. To use it, press the [Other] button. This function is only available while the [Rhythm] and [Split] buttons light.

  • Page 21: Split On Recognize

    Chord recognition when [Split] is on This parameter allows you to specify how the RP301R should recognize the chords you play to “feed” the Rhythm function while the [Split] button is on, i.e. when you need to play chords in the left half of the keyboard.

  • Page 22: Visual Control Channel

    MIDI, short for “Musical Instrument Digital Interface, ” was developed as a universal standard for the exchange of performance data among electronic musical instruments and computers. The RP301R is equipped with MIDI connectors to let it exchange performance data with external devices. These connectors can be used to connect the unit to an external device for even greater versatility.

  • Page 23: Usb Driver

    Choosing the USB driver If you’re trying to connect the RP301R to your computer via a USB cable, but are unable to connect successfully, using the Roland original driver may solve the problem. Normally, you don’t need to install a driver.

  • Page 24: Copying Song Fi Les

    Note You can only copy SMF fi les from the USB memory to the RP301R’s internal memory. The RP301R cannot store audio fi les. The Song name shown here is only an example. Press the [–] [+] button to select the song that you want to copy.

  • Page 25: Initializing The Memory (Format Media)

    & & Initializing the memory (Format Media) You can erase all songs saved in the internal memory or reformat If you decide not to proceed with the format, press the [Split] the USB memory (sold separately) you connected. button. Note Use the [–] [+] buttons to select the memory that you want to initialize.

  • Page 26: Restoring The Settings To The Factory Condition (Factory)

    & & Restoring the settings to the factory condition ( Factory) The settings you’ve changed in Function mode can be restored to While holding down the [Split] and [Transpose] buttons, their factory-set condition. This operation is called “Factory”. turn on the power. Note! Factory? The “Factory”...

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    High-pitched ringing is heard decreasing the reverb. If you don’t hear this in headphones: — It is likely that there is some other reason (such as resonances within the unit). Please contact your dealer or the nearest Roland service center.

  • Page 28: Message List

    A MIDI transmission error has occurred. Check the MIDI cable and connected MIDI device. There may be a problem with the system. Repeat the procedure from the beginning. If it is not solved after you have tried several times, contact the Roland Error: 51 service center.

  • Page 29: Main Specifications

    STL format (Roland recommends using Rhythms especially Playable Rhythms prepared for the RP301R. Other Rhythms may not work as expected.) * In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice.

  • Page 30: Tone List

    & & Tone List ‘Piano’ list Name Explanation G.Piano1 A splendid concert grand piano sound. This is the most highly recommended tone; it can be used for any style of music. G.Piano2 A more mellow grand piano sound. Appropriate for quiet songs. G.Piano3 A brilliant grand piano sound.

  • Page 31: Internal Song List

    & & Internal Song list Song Name Composer Song Name Composer A.01 Polonaise op.53 Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin A.62 La Cinquantaine Gabriel Marie A.02 Valse, op.34-1 Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin A.63 Csikos Post Hermann Necke A.03 Nocturne No.20 Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin A.64 Dolly's Dreaming Awakening Theodor Oesten A.65...

  • Page 32: Internal Rhythm List

    & & Internal Rhythm list Genre Name Genre Name Slow Pop Swingin’ SlowBeat Swing Romantic SwingFst Swing AcBallad PnoNight Euro Bld Pno Jazz LoveBeat Jive 8 Beat GoldBeat Boogie Love Bld Blues1 Serenade Blues/Gospel Blues 2 PianoBld Gospel DreamBld Tango Rhumba Ballad SlowRock...

  • Page 33: Using The Unit Safely

    Refer all servicing to your retailer, Never handle the AC adaptor or its plugs Immediately turn the power off, remove the the nearest Roland Service Center, or an with wet hands when plugging into, or AC adaptor from the outlet, and request authorized Roland distributor, as listed on unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

  • Page 34: Important Notes

    • Do not put anything that contains water (e.g., the improper operation of the RP301R. To protect fl ower vases) on this unit. Also, avoid the use of • With the factory settings, the unit’s power will...
  • Page 35 Otherwise, due to the structural design of is reserved by Roland Corporation and/or Atelier this instrument, small pets or other animals could Vision Corporation.

  • Page 36: Assembling The Rp301R

    * Do not place the body of the piano directly on the fl oor. Doing so will damage the jacks and holders on the bottom of the piano, and also damage the bottom panel case. Copyright © 2011 ROLAND CORPORATION All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION. Checking the parts Screw (4 ×...

  • Page 37: Assembling The Piano

    If you are unsure of the connection method, contact the nearest fi rmly retighten the screws. Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page. Connect the AC adaptor to the DC In jack on the back of the piano, and connect the pedal cord to the Pedal connector.

  • Page 38: Index

    & & Index AC adaptor ....39 Input jack ....7 Panel Lock .
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  • Page 40: Declaration Of Conformity

    WARNING This product contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm, including lead. For the USA DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Compliance Information Statement RP301R Digital Piano Roland Corporation U.S. 5100 S. Eastern Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90040-2938 (323) 890-3700...

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