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  • Page 3 All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permis- sion of ROLAND CORPORATION. Roland, GS, and SuperNATURAL are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Roland Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

  • Page 4: Using The Unit Safely

    When using the unit with a stand (KS-G8) recommended by • The AC adaptor, the power-supply cord, or the plug Roland, the stand must be carefully placed so it is level and has been damaged; or sure to remain stable. If not using a stand, you still need to • If smoke or unusual odor occurs...
  • Page 5 101c Protect the unit from strong impact. This (RD-300NX) for use only with Roland stand KS-G8. Use with other stands is capable of resulting in instability caus- (Do not drop it!) ing possible injury.

  • Page 6: Important Notes

    Roland assumes no liability concerning such loss of data. this unit and the electrical outlet. Additional Precautions • The AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after long hours of...

  • Page 7: Using External Memories

    • Do not touch or allow metal to come into contact with the contact style data, accompaniment patterns, phrase data, audio loops and portion of the USB memories. image data) is reserved by Roland Corporation and/or Atelier Vision Corporation. • Do not bend, drop, or subject USB memories to strong shock or vibration.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Making Detailed Settings for the Piano Tones ....42 Placing the RD-300NX on a Stand ....... . 13 Saving the Settings .
  • Page 9 Making Connections ........79 Setting the Tuning Method (Temperament/Key) ... . 62 Selecting RD-300NX Sounds from an External MIDI Device . . 79 Switching Between Reception of GM/GM2 System On and GS Reset (Rx GM/GM2 Sys On, Rx GS Reset) .

  • Page 10: Panel Descriptions

    Start/stops playback of the song or rhythm (p. 36, p. 37) [MID] Knob [MIDI] Button Adjusts the sound’s midrange frequencies (p. 34). Puts the RD-300NX in control of the external MIDI sound generator (p. [HIGH] Knob 77). Adjusts the sound’s high-frequency range (p. 34).
  • Page 11 Panel Descriptions 5. DISPLAY 7. FUNCTION This shows the Live Set names and the values of various settings, etc. [MENU] Button Press this button when you wish to adjust various settings (p. 58). [LAYER EDIT] Button This allows you to change the Layer settings (p. 49). [WRITE] Button Stores the current settings to “Live Set”...

  • Page 12: Rear Panel

    14. PEDAL Jacks (DAMPER, FC1, FC2) Unsuitable places for connection Connecting the pedal switch provided with the RD-300NX to the • Water pipes (may result in shock or electrocution) DAMPER jack allows you to use the switch as a damper pedal.

  • Page 13: Getting Ready

    Getting Ready Placing the RD-300NX on a Stand If you place the RD-300NX on a stand, you must use the KS-G8 (sold separately). When placing the RD-300NX on the KS-G8, place it in the position shown below. NOTE Using the RD-300NX with any other stand may produce an unstable situation, possibly causing the instrument to fall or overturn, and resulting in injury or damage.

  • Page 14: Connecting The Ac Adaptor

    The indicator will light when you plug the AC adaptor into an AC outlet. 4. Connect the included AC adaptor to the DC IN jack located on the RD-300NX’s rear panel, and plug the power cord into an AC outlet .

  • Page 15: Connecting External Equipment To The Rd-300Nx

    Connecting External Equipment to the RD-300NX The RD-300NX is not equipped with an amplifier or speakers. In order to produce sound, you need to hook up audio equipment such as a monitor speaker or a stereo set, or use headphones.

  • Page 16: Connecting Pedals

    Is the power to the RD-300NX or connected amp turned off? 2. Connect the included AC adaptor to the DC IN jack of the RD-300NX, and plug the power cord into an AC outlet . 3. Connect the RD-300NX and the external devices .

  • Page 17: Turning The Power On And Off

    The unit is powered up, and the display’s backlighting comes on. NOTE • To prevent incorrect functioning of the Pitch Bend/Modulation Lever (p. 33), refrain from touching the lever while the power to the RD-300NX is turned on. • 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 18: Adjusting The Volume

    • Carefully insert the USB memory all the way in-until it is firmly in place. MEMO If you’re using new USB memory, you must first initialize (format) it on the RD-300NX. For details, refer to “Formatting Memory (Format)” (p. 72).

  • Page 19: Connecting The Cd Drive

    Connecting the CD Drive If you’re using a stand (KS-G8), you can use the screw holes on the bottom of the RD-300NX to attach a CD drive (sold separately). You can use a CD drive to play back audio tracks from a music CD, or SMF music data and audio files from a CD-ROM.

  • Page 20: Overview Of The Rd-300Nx

    Overview of the RD-300NX Basic Organization of the RD-300NX The RD-300NX can be divided into two sections: a controller section and a sound generator section. Controller Section This section includes the keyboard, the Pitch Bend/Modulation lever, Sound Generator Section the panel knobs, the sliders, and any pedal connected to the rear panel.

  • Page 21: About Live Sets

    Layer The RD-300NX features three parts (UPPER 1, UPPER 2, and LOWER) that you can use for freely controlling the Internal parts with the RD-300NX’s buttons and keyboard. These three parts that are used for controlling the Internal parts are collectively known as the “Layer. ”...

  • Page 22: Basic Operation

    Press the [EXIT] button to return to the Live Set screen. MIDI Screen When the [MIDI] button is pressed, and the RD-300NX switches to the mode enabling it to control an external MIDI sound generator (p. 51). The status of this button determines whether the RD-300NX’s buttons are used to control the INTERNAL Layer, or to control the EXTERNAL Layer.

  • Page 23: About The Function Buttons

    Overview of the RD-300NX About the Function Buttons About the Cursor Buttons [MENU] Button By pressing the [MENU] button to make the indicator light, you can enter “Edit mode. ” In Edit mode you can make detailed settings for various functions (p. 58).

  • Page 24: Editing A Value

    Overview of the RD-300NX Editing a Value When changing settings values, you can use the [DEC] and [INC] buttons. [DEC] Button, [INC] Button Pressing the [INC] button increases the value, and the [DEC] button decreases it. Purpose Panel operation To continuously Hold down the [DEC] button or [INC] button.

  • Page 25: Listening To The Demo (Demo Play)

    MEMO When you enter Demo mode, the various settings will be in the same state as they are immediately after the RD-300NX is powered up. Store any arrangements of settings that you want to keep in Live Set (p. 41).

  • Page 26: Performance

    Now, try performing with the piano. The RD-300NX lets you call up the ideal settings for piano performance at any time simply by pressing a button. You can also select your preferred tones and settings and store them to the RD-300NX’s buttons.

  • Page 27: Performing With A Variety Of Live Sets

    Performance Performing with a Variety of Live Sets The RD-300NX comes with a many built-in Sounds. Each one of these individual sounds is called a “Live Set. ” Live Sets are assigned to the LIVE SET buttons according to the tone category selected.

  • Page 28: Playing Multiple Tones With The Keyboard

    Performance Playing Multiple Tones with the Keyboard The RD-300NX features three Internal layers (UPPER 1, UPPER 2, and LOWER), and one tone can be assigned to each of these layers. You can perform using combinations of tones by turning each layer on or off.

  • Page 29: Selecting The Layer That You Want To Sound (Layer Switch)

    Performance Changing the Keyboard’s Split Point You can change the point at which the keyboard is divided (the Split Point) in Split mode. 1. Hold down the [SPLIT] button for several seconds . Current value of the setting is displayed. 2. While holding down the [SPLIT] button, press the key that is to become the new split point .

  • Page 30: Changing The Tone For A Layer

    Adjusting the Volume Level for Individual Layers With the RD-300NX, each of the parts that is performed using the internal sound generator is referred to as a Layer. For each layer (UPPER 1, UPPER 2, LOWER), you can use the LAYER LEVEL Slider to adjust its volume.

  • Page 31: Transposing The Key Of The Keyboard (Transpose)

    Performance Transposing the Key of the Keyboard (TRANSPOSE) You can transpose performances without changing the keys you are playing, as well as change the pitch by an octave. This feature is called “Transpose. ” This is a convenient feature to use when you want to match the pitch of the keyboard performance to a vocalist’s pitch, or perform using the printed music for trumpets or other transposed instruments.

  • Page 32: Adding Reverberation To The Sound (Reverb)

    Adding Reverberation to the Sound (REVERB) The RD-300NX can apply a reverb effect to the notes you play on the keyboard. Applying reverb adds pleasing reverberation to what you play, so it sounds almost as if you were playing in a concert hall.

  • Page 33: Changing The Sound's Pitch In Real Time

    Performance Changing the Sound’s Pitch in Real Time While playing the keyboard, move the lever to the left to lower the pitch, or to the right to raise the pitch. This is known as Pitch Bend. You can also apply vibrato by manipulating the lever away from you. This is known as Modulation.

  • Page 34: Enhancing The Sound's Definition (Sound Focus)

    The Sound Focus Type setting lets you specify the Sound Focus effect. For details, refer to “Making Tone Settings” (p. 47). Adjusting the Levels of Each Frequency Range (EQUALIZER) The RD-300NX is equipped with a three-band equalizer. You can use the EQUALIZER [LOW] knob, [MID] knob, and [HIGH] knob to adjust the level of each frequency range.

  • Page 35: Disabling The Buttons (Panel Lock)

    Performance When the Graphic format is used • Slightly adjust the knob for the range in which you want to change the value to move the cursor. • Press the Cursor [ ] buttons to adjust the frequency. • Press the Cursor [ ] buttons to adjust the Q.

  • Page 36: Using The Convenient Functions In Performances

    Using the Convenient Functions in Performances Playing Rhythm The RD-300NX features internal drum patterns complementing Jazz, Rock, and other various musical genres. These drum patterns are referred to as “Rhythms. ” 1. Press the [SELECT] button to make the button indicator light .

  • Page 37: Playing Songs

    2. Use the [DEC] [INC] buttons to select the desired media . Type Explanation Songs in the RD-300NX’s internal memory Songs in USB memory connected to the USB MEMORY connector Songs on a CD in a CD drive connected to the USB MEMORY connector 3. Press the Cursor [...

  • Page 38: Changing Song Tempos

    Caution when Playing Back Audio Files Changing the playback tempo of an audio file places a significant processing burden on the RD-300NX, and in some cases may cause it to be unable to completely process all of the performance data from the keyboard.

  • Page 39: Applying Effects To The Sound (Mfx)

    Using the Convenient Functions in Performances Applying Effects to the Sound (MFX) In addition to chorus (p. 32) and reverb (p. 32), the RD-300NX also allows you to apply “multi-effects” to sounds. The multi-effects offer a variety of effects, such as distortion and rotary.

  • Page 40: Selecting Stored Settings (Live Set )

    Selecting Stored Settings (Live Set ) The RD-300NX’s Layer (p. 49) and EXTERNAL Layer (p. 52) tone settings, effect settings, and other such settings are collectively referred to as a “Live Set. ” Once you’ve stored your preferred settings, and settings for the songs to be performed as a Live Set, you can then switch whole groups of settings during a performance just by switching Live Sets.

  • Page 41: Storing Settings To Live Sets

    If you want to use the changed content as a new Live Set, use the following procedure to save the settings to user bank. You can store 60 Live Sets on the RD-300NX. You can also change the name of a Live Set.

  • Page 42: Making Detailed Settings For The One Touch Tones

    Making Detailed Settings for the ONE TOUCH Tones Making Detailed Settings for the Piano Tones You can make detailed settings to adjust the piano sound that’s used when you press the [PIANO] button (p. 26). These detailed settings can be saved for each variation. 1. In the ONE TOUCH PIANO screen, use [DEC] [INC] to select the variation that you want to edit .
  • Page 43 Making Detailed Settings for the ONE TOUCH Tones Piano Parameters Parameter Value Description (Tone Name) – Selects the tone. Stereo Width CENTER, L01-01R–L63-63R The higher the value set, the wider the sound is spread out. This changes the Tone’s subtle nuances by altering the phase of the left and right sounds. Nuance TYPE1, 2, 3 * This effect is difficult to hear when headphones are used .

  • Page 44: Changing The Key Touch

    Making Detailed Settings for the ONE TOUCH Tones Changing the Key Touch Finely Adjusting the Tuning You can make advanced settings for the touch used for the keys. This procedure allows micro-tuning of each individual key. Changing this setting also changes the Key Touch setting in Edit Mode You can adjust this in a range of -50.0 to +50.0 cents in 0.1 cent steps.

  • Page 45: Restore The Settings To Initial Conditions

    Making Detailed Settings for the ONE TOUCH Tones Restore the Settings to Initial Conditions Parameter Value Description Frequency at which the high- HF Damp 16–15000 Hz, BYPASS frequency content of the resonant This restores the One Touch Piano settings to their initial conditions. sound will be cut (BYPASS: no cut) 1. In step 3 of “Making Detailed Settings for the Piano Tones”...

  • Page 46: Making Detailed Settings For The E. Piano Tones

    Making Detailed Settings for the ONE TOUCH Tones Making Detailed Settings for the E. PIANO Tones You can make detailed settings to adjust the E. PIANO sound that’s used when you press the [E. PIANO] button (p. 26). These detailed settings can be saved for each variation. 1. In the ONE TOUCH E .

  • Page 47: Making Detailed Settings For Tones

    Making Detailed Settings for Tones Making Tone Settings You can make more detailed settings to the tones assigned to each of the layer. In certain selected Tones, there may be parameters that cannot be changed. 1. In the Live Set screen, press the [TONE EDIT] button . The [TONE EDIT] button lit, and the TONE EDIT screen appears.
  • Page 48 Making Detailed Settings for Tones Parameter Value Description Specifies whether the tone will play polyphonically (POLY) or monophonically (MONO). The MONO setting is effective when playing a solo instrument tone such as sax or flute. Additionally, when this is set to “MONO LEGATO, ” you can have monophonic performances played legato. Legato is a playing style in which the spaces between notes are smoothed, creating a flowing feel with no borders between the notes.

  • Page 49: Making Layer Settings

    These three parts that are used for controlling the internal parts are collectively known as the “Layer. ” You can perform operations like Split with the Layer very simply using the RD-300NX’s keyboard (p. 28), and you can make more detailed settings for the Layer as well.
  • Page 50 Making Detailed Settings for Tones Parameter Value Description This setting determines how the volume changes in response to the velocity. Sns (Velocity The volume is increased as the keyboard is played with greater force when a positive value is used; when a negative value is -63–+63 Sense) selected, the volume decreases as the keys are played with greater force.

  • Page 51: Using The Rd-300Nx As A Master Keyboard

    You can control internal and external sound generators independently. If you press the [MIDI] button so the “MIDI” indicator is lit, the RD-300NX will be in a state where it can control an external MIDI sound module (EXTERNAL layer). You push the [MIDI] button to switch between control of the Layer and control of the EXTERNAL layer.

  • Page 52: Adjusting The Volume Of Each Layer

    Selecting the MIDI Connector to Use for Output The RD-300NX provides a MIDI OUT connector and a USB MIDI connector. For each layer you can select the MIDI OUT connector or USB MIDI connector from which its data is to be transmitted.

  • Page 53: Setting The Midi Transmit Channel

    When you have finished connecting the external MIDI device, match the keyboard’s Transmit channel and the Receive channel for each of the external MIDI sound generator’s Parts. Sounds is produced when the MIDI channels for the sending device (the RD-300NX) and the receiving device (the external MIDI sound generator) are set to the same MIDI channel.

  • Page 54: Selecting Sounds On An External Midi Device

    Using the RD-300NX as a Master Keyboard Selecting Sounds on an External MIDI Device To switch the tones of an external MIDI device, the program number and the MSB/LSB of the Bank Select message are entered as numerical values on the RD-300NX.

  • Page 55: Detailed Settings For Transmitted Parts

    Detailed Settings for Transmitted Parts 1. Press the [MIDI] button so the “MIDI” indicator is lit . The RD-300NX is set to control the external MIDI devices. NOTE The MIDI screen shown will not appear if Rec Mode is “ON” in the Rec Setting parameter located in Utility edit.

  • Page 56: (Velocity Range)

    Using the RD-300NX as a Master Keyboard Changing the Range That Plays in Response Smoothly Changing the Pitch (Portamento) to the Velocity (Velocity Range) Portamento is a function that causes the pitch to change smoothly from one note to the next note played.

  • Page 57: Setting The Range For The Change In Pitch With The Pitch Bend Lever (Bend Range)

    Using the RD-300NX as a Master Keyboard Setting the Range for the Change in Pitch with the Pitch Bend Lever (Bend Range) This sets the amount of pitch change that will occur when you move the Pitch Bend lever (4 octaves).

  • Page 58: Detailed Settings For Each Function

    The MENU button can be used to make a variety of settings. The following settings will be stored as common settings for the Setting Parameters entire RD-300NX when you press the [LAYER EDIT] (WRITE) button in an edit screen. 0. System Getting the [MENU] 4.

  • Page 59: Making System Settings

    You’ll be returned to the Live Set screen or the One Touch screen. MEMO If you want to save this settings, press the [LAYER EDIT] (WRITE) button. Settings saved in the RD-300NX are not deleted even when the power is turned off. However, following settings are not memorized.

  • Page 60: Tuning To Other Instruments' Pitches (Master Tune)

    Adjusting the Volume (Master Volume) 142: Adjusts the depth of the Sound SOUND FOCUS Focus effect. Adjusts the volume of the entire RD-300NX. 143: Switches the Live Sets in LIVE SET UP ascending order. Parameter Value...

  • Page 61: Using Program Change Messages To Switch Live Sets

    REVERSE. Switches the Live Sets in LIVE SET DOWN descending order. If you are using a Roland pedal (that has no polarity switch), set this Switches the Panel Lock (p. 35) on parameter to STANDARD. PANEL LOCK and off.

  • Page 62: Selecting The Number Of Parts (Part Mode)

    Detailed Settings for Each Function Selecting the Number of Parts (Part Mode) Parameter Value Description Mean Tone This selects the number of parts for the RD-300NX. This scale makes some MEANTONE compromises in just intonation, enabling transposition to other Parameter...

  • Page 63: Setting The Keyboard Touch

    Detailed Settings for Each Function Setting the Keyboard Touch Changing the Key Touch (Key Touch) The setting below allows you to adjust the response you get from the You can make advanced settings for the touch used for the keys. keyboard when you finger the keys.

  • Page 64: Changing The Timing Of Sounds In Response To The Velocity

    Detailed Settings for Each Function Pedal/[S1] [S2] Buttons Assignments Changing the Timing of Sounds in Response to the Velocity (Velo Delay Sens) Here’s how to change the functions that are assigned to the pedals and the [S1] [S2] buttons. This sets the interval from the time the key is played to when the 1. Press the [MENU] button, getting the indicator to light .

  • Page 65: Assigning Functions To Pedals (Fc1/Fc2 Pedal Assign)

    Detailed Settings for Each Function Assigning Functions to Pedals Assigning Functions to the [S1] [S2] Buttons (FC1/FC2 Pedal Assign) (S1/S2 Assign) This setting determines the function of the pedal switches (such as the This setting determines the function of the [S1] and [S2] buttons. optional DP series) or expression pedals (such as the optional EV-5/7) Function/ that are connected to the FC1 and FC2 jacks on the rear panel.

  • Page 66: Reverb/Chorus Settings

    Detailed Settings for Each Function Reverb/Chorus Settings Reverb Type Select the reverb type. Here you can edit the reverb and chorus settings. When you change the Reverb Type, the Reverb parameters will be automatically adjusted to the optimal values. Rather than setting the NOTE reverb parameters one by one, you can make the settings more easily Making abrupt changes in the settings values may cause the sound...

  • Page 67: Making The Compressor Settings

    Detailed Settings for Each Function Making the Compressor Settings Selecting the Type of Compressor (Type) When you change the this parameter, the Compressor parameters will This is a stereo compressor (limiter) that is applied to the final output. be automatically adjusted to the optimal values. With separate settings for the high-frequency range, midrange, and You can make the settings easily by first setting the Compressor Type low-frequency range, this reduces inconsistencies in volume levels by...

  • Page 68: File Management

    RD-300NX is called a “Live Set file. ” (INSERT) button to insert a single-character blank space. This Live Set file can be saved in the RD-300NX’s internal memory or NOTE on USB memory (sold separately) connected to the USB MEMORY connector.

  • Page 69: Calling Up Live Set Files (Live Set Load)

    [ENTER] button . If you load a file with a name that contains characters that cannot be displayed by the RD-300NX, the file name is displayed as “?. ” The EDIT screen appears. 8. Press the [MENU] button, extinguishing its indicator .

  • Page 70: Copying A Live Set File (Live Set Copy)

    USB memory (sold separately). If a file with the same name has already been saved, the You can also copy a Live Set file from USB memory to the RD-300NX’s confirmation message “Overwrite OK?” appears. To overwrite the internal memory.

  • Page 71: Deleting A Song (Song Delete)

    Deleting a Song (SONG Delete) Copying a Song (SONG Copy) This operation deletes a saved song. You can copy a song file from the RD-300NX’s internal memory to USB memory (sold separately). 1. Press the [MENU] button, getting the indicator to light .

  • Page 72: Formatting Memory (Format)

    USB memory for use with RD-300NX. • Never turn off the power while the screen indicates “Executing... ” USB memory cannot be used with the RD-300NX unless it is formatted • Don’t disconnect the USB memory until formatting is completed.

  • Page 73: Making The Rhythm Settings

    Making the Rhythm Settings Changing Patterns (Pattern) This selects the Rhythm pattern. Select from 200 options. The RD-300NX features internal drum patterns complementing Jazz, Rock, and other various musical genres. This kind of drum pattern is MEMO called a “Rhythm. ”...

  • Page 74: About V-Link

    6. When you have finished making the settings, press the Connection Examples [MENU] button . As an example, we will use a Live Set in which the RD-300NX is You are returned to the previous screen. connected to the P-10. Use a MIDI cable to connect the RD-300NX’s MIDI OUT connector to the MIDI IN connector of the P-10.

  • Page 75: Changing Settings Related To Song Playback

    Detailed Settings for Each Function Changing Settings Related to Song Selecting the Parts that will Produce Sound Playback 1. Press the [MENU] button, getting the indicator to light . The EDIT MENU screen appears. You can change a variety of settings related to song playback. 2. Press the Cursor [ ] buttons to select “8 .Utility,”...

  • Page 76: Restoring The Settings To The Factory Condition

    Restoring the Settings to the Factory Press the [ENTER] button . The confirmation message appears. Condition The settings stored in the RD-300NX can be returned to their factory settings. NOTE • Executing “Factory Reset All” results in deletion of the Live Sets (p.

  • Page 77: Connecting External Midi Devices

    When using the Rec Mode function, you can get the most suitable For details, refer to the following section “About Local Switch. ” settings for recording the RD-300NX’s data to an external sequencer, Refer to your sequencer owner’s manual for instructions on how to without having to make all the Part and channel settings.

  • Page 78: Exiting Rec Mode

    However, if while performing you want to send that performance data to an external sequencer as MIDI messages to be recorded, you then 5. Perform on the RD-300NX . perform with the externally connected MIDI sequencer set to MIDI Thru (whereby data received from MIDI IN is then output from the MIDI 6. When the performance is finished, stop recording with the...

  • Page 79: Playing The Rd-300Nx's Internal Sound Generator From An External Midi Device

    MIDI Device Transmitting Bank Select (Controller Number 0, 32) and Program Change messages from the external MIDI device to the RD-300NX allows you to switch Live Sets and Tones. You can download the materials on MIDI from the Roland website.

  • Page 80: Connecting To Your Computer

    What is the USB MIDI Driver? • Use the RD-300NX to play SMF music files played back by MIDI- The USB MIDI Driver is a software which passes data between compatible software.

  • Page 81: Switching Usb Drivers

    Value Description Parameter Value Choose this if you want to use the USB ORIGINAL driver you downloaded from the Roland USB Memory Mode Mode1, Mode2 website. USB Driver 6. Press the [LAYER EDIT] (WRITE) button . Choose this if you want to use the...

  • Page 82: Appendices

    Appendices Troubleshooting If the RD-300NX 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 “Error Messages/Other Messages” (p . 85) .
  • Page 83 When the “MIDI” indicator is lit, the external sound generator is controlled. To change p. 52 Tone Doesn’t Change/Keyboard Not the RD-300NX’s Tones and make settings in Keyboard mode, set the “MIDI” indicator to Switching to Split OFF. Is the Layer containing the Tone you want to change set to ON? p.
  • Page 84 Set the System Rx GM/GM2 Sys On to ON in Edit mode. Are you playing back GS Format song data? Once the RD-300NX receives a GS Reset message, it then is enabled for GS Format. This Song data not played back correctly –...

  • Page 85: List Of Messages

    The USB MEMORY connector was subjected to external media, then turn the power off, then The USB Memory port was subjected to excessive current. on again. excessive current . (*) The RD-300NX cannot read the setup files or live set files of other models.

  • Page 86: Other Messages

    Caution when Playing Back Audio Files Changing the playback tempo of an audio file places a significant processing burden on the RD-300NX, and in some cases may cause it to be unable to completely process all of the performance data from the keyboard.

  • Page 87: Effect List

    Appendices Effect List 3D DELAY T-CTRL DLY THRU LONG TC DLY EQUALIZER TAPE ECHO SPECTRUM LOFI NOISE ISOLATOR LOFI COMPRS LOW BOOST LOFI RADIO SUPER FILTR TELEPHONE STEP FILTER PHONOGRAPH ENHANCER PCH SHIFTER AUTO WAH 2V P.SHIFTR HUMANIZER S.P.SHIFTER SP.SIMULATR REVERB PHASER GATED REV...

  • Page 88: Main Specifications

    Main Specifications Digital Piano: RD-300NX Keyboard Section Keyboard 88 keys (Ivory Feel Keyboard with Escapement) Sound Generator Section Maximum Polyphony 128 voices Parts Live Set (3 layers) +16 parts SuperNATURAL Piano SuperNATURAL (E. PIANO) Sound Generator PCM Sound Generator GM2 (for SMF Playback)

  • Page 89: Index

    Index FC1 Polarity ......MIDI Channel ......FC2 jack .
  • Page 90 Index Reverb ......USB MIDI Connector ....[REVERB] Button .

  • Page 91: Purpose-Oriented Index

    Purpose-Oriented Index This index lists the main setting items relevant to play of the RD-300NX’s keyboard. Volume Setting Reverb Changing the Volume for the entire RD-300NX Changing the amount of reverb for the entire RD-300NX ..........[VOLUME] slider (p. 18) .
  • Page 92 Information When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as shown below. TAIWAN ECUADOR RUSSIA OMAN AFRICA EUROPE ROLAND TAIWAN ENTERPRISE Mas Musika Roland Music LLC TALENTZ CENTRE L.L.C. Rumichaca 822 y Zaruma Dorozhnaya ul.3,korp.6...
  • Page 93 For EU Countries For China...

  • Page 94: Declaration Of Conformity

    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 Model Name : RD-300NX Type of Equipment : Digital Piano Responsible Party : Roland Corporation U.S. Address : 5100 S. Eastern Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90040-2938 (323) 890-3700 Telephone :...

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