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Contents
Owner's Manual (this document)
Read this first. It explains the basic things you need to know in order to use the JD-Xi.
PDF Manual (download from the Web)
5 Parameter Guide (English)
This explains all parameters of the JD-Xi.
5 MIDI Implementation (English)
This is detailed information about MIDI messages.
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" and "IMPORTANT NOTES" (leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" and Owner's Manual (p. 16)).
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 of your new unit, read Owner's Manual in its entirety. This manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.
Copyright © 2015 ROLAND CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.
A crossover synthesizer: analog + digital
5 In the JD-Xi, real analog synth sounds generated by analog circuits are fused with Roland's
acclaimed professional-grade SuperNATURAL synth sound engine.
5 Use powerful and unique sounds to freely express yourself.
Pattern sequencer
5 The built-in pattern sequencer lets you intuitively record phrases and drum patterns that
come to mind. As the recording mode, you can choose TR-REC, realtime recording, or step
recording, so you'll have no trouble creating loop tracks even if keyboard playing is not your
strength.
Plenty of vocal functions
5 In addition to vocoder and AutoPitch functions that use your voice to create distinctive
sounds, there's an Auto Note function that lets you "play" the keyboard using the pitch of your
voice. The JD-Xi is packed with functions that are fun to use even with just your voice.
Synchronize with your computer or other equipment
5 The JD-Xi provides USB audio/MIDI functionality that lets you record your performance and
voice into your computer DAW. There are also MIDI connectors that let you connect other
hardware for synchronized performance. Using USB and MIDI, you can enjoy using the JD-Xi
together with a variety of other equipment.
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To obtain the PDF manual
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Enter the following URL in your computer.
http://www roland com/manuals/
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Owner’s Manual in its entirety. This manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference. Copyright © 2015 ROLAND CORPORATION All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.

  • Page 2: Panel Descriptions

    Panel Descriptions Top Panel Microphone Part Select (Part Mute) page page Here you can select the part that’s played by the keyboard. MIC jack Digital Synth Connect the included microphone here. If an external device is connected page to the rear panel INPUT jack, the INPUT jack takes priority. Here can select tones for the Digital Synth part or Drums part.

  • Page 3: Rear Panel

    USB MIDI, or record the sound of the JD-Xi into your DAW via USB to it, or the metal portions of other objects, such as guitars. This is due to audio (p.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    * For an analog synth tone, the oscillator, sub-oscillator, and filter sections consist of analog circuits. Effects section The JD-Xi contains four effect units. Effect settings are saved within each program (p. 9). Arpeggio This function automatically plays an arpeggio according to the keys that you hold down. Arpeggio settings are saved within each program (p. 6).

  • Page 5: Choosing A Sound (Program)

    Owner’s Manual Choosing a Sound (Program) Top screen Analog Synth part * While you hold down the [Shift] button, the upper line Program number Measure–beat shows the program name. [Oscillator] button Program (waveform indicator) Tempo bank This selects the waveform that is the basis of the Analog Synth part’s sound.

  • Page 6: Performing

    The sound you create will change if you move a knob or select a different & “Saving a Sound (Program) (WRITE)” (p. 9) program, and will be lost when you switch off the JD-Xi’s power. 5 The tempo setting is shared with the pattern.

  • Page 7: Using The Microphone

    If devices are connected to both the MIC jack and the INPUT jack, the JD-Xi is designed to give priority to the INPUT jack, meaning that the MIC jack is not available. If you want to use the microphone, disconnect any device from the INPUT jack.

  • Page 8: Editing The Sound

    * Since the Analog LPF uses an analog circuit, the sound might be To obtain the Parameter Guide (PDF) affected by the temperature and the state of the power supply. Enter the following URL in your computer. http://www roland com/manuals/ Choose the “JD-Xi” as the product name.

  • Page 9: Modulating The Sound (Lfo)

    A sound that you create will change if you move the knobs or if you select Fuzz Phaser a different tone or program. It will also be lost if you power-off the JD-Xi. Compressor Ring Mod When you’ve created a sound that you like, you should save it as a...

  • Page 10: Playing And Recording Patterns

    A pattern you create will disappear if you select a different program or the scale setting is 32nd notes). if you power-off the JD-Xi. When you’ve created a pattern that you like, If the setting is four measures of 16th notes, pressing the [Shift] button you should save it as a program.

  • Page 11: Tr-Rec

    Owner’s Manual TR-REC Press the [s] button to play the pattern. [01]–[16] button You can change the on/off status of the [01]–[16] buttons even during playback. When you’ve created a pattern that you like, you should save it as a program. &...

  • Page 12: Overall Settings For The Jd-Xi

    (keyboard, pitch bend/modulation wheel, buttons, knobs, and so on); or not disconnected (ON). Local Switch OFF, ON Normally you’ll leave this “ON. ” Choose the “OFF” setting if you want operations on the JD-Xi to only control DAW software on your computer. Prog Rx/Tx Ch 1–16...

  • Page 13: Accessing The Menu Screens

    Owner’s Manual Accessing the Menu Screens Backing Up and Restoring Data You can back up the JD-Xi’s data to your computer, and restore this data Press the [Menu/Write] button. from your computer to the JD-Xi when necessary. Use the Cursor [K] [J] buttons to select the item that you want to * Connect the JD-Xi to your computer via USB before you back up edit, and press the [Enter] button.

  • Page 14: Settings For Using A Commercially Available Mic

    If the JD-Xi is connected to your computer via a commercially available USB 2.0 cable, you can synchronize it with a DAW on your computer via USB MIDI, and record the sound of the JD-Xi into your DAW via USB audio. Press the [Menu/Write] button.

  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Owner’s Manual If the JD-Xi 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. Issues Related to Sound Problem Cause/Action If you do not hear sound when you play the keyboard, check whether the Local Switch is turned OFF.

  • Page 16: Using The Unit Safely

    • Roland assumes no liability concerning the of said content or making them available on a restoration of any stored content that has been lost.
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  • Page 18: Declaration Of Conformity

    For the USA DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Compliance Information Statement Model Name : JD-Xi Type of Equipment : SYNTHESIZER KEYBOARD Roland Corporation U.S. Responsible Party : 5100 S. Eastern Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90040-2938 Address : (323) 890-3700 Telephone : For the USA...

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