Page 3 Owner’s manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference. Copyright © 2008 ROLAND CORPORATION All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.
Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. 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).
Page 5: Using The Unit Safely
Never attempt to repair this device or replace parts. If repair or part replacement should become necessary, you must contact your dealer or a Roland service center. Do not use or store in the following types of locations • Locations of extremely high temperature (such as...
Page 6 USING THE UNIT SAFELY Turn off the power if an abnormality or malfunction occurs 012a If any of the following should occur, immediately turn off the power, disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet, and contact your dealer or a service center to have the device serviced.
Page 7 Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet before cleaning 109a Before you clean the device, turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. If there is a possibility of lightning strike, disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet 110a If there is a possibility of lightning strike, immedi- ately turn off the power and disconnect the power...
Page 8: Important Notes
Important Notes Power Supply • Do not connect this device to the same electrical outlet as an inverter-controlled device such as a refrigerator, microwave oven, or air conditioner, or a device that contains an electric motor. Depending on how the other device is used, power supply noise could cause this device to malfunction or produce noise.
Page 9 We assume no responsibility whatsoever with regard to any infringements of third-party copyrights arising through your use of this unit. * GS ( ) is a registered trademark of Roland Corporation. * XGlite ( ) is a registered trademark of Yamaha Corporation.
Page 10: Main Features
Main Features We want to take a moment to thank you for your purchase of the Roland Organ “Music ATELIER AT-100/300.” The ATELIER is an electronic organ which provides a generous collection of rich organ sounds. In addition, it is designed to be easy to learn and use.
Page 11: Conventions Used In This Manual
Features Harmonic bars for creating organ sounds The organ is equipped with “Harmonic bars,” which are much like the controllers used on traditional jazz organs. By operating the harmonic bars, you can easily create a diverse variety of organ sounds. USB Memory You can connect separately sold USB memory or a floppy disk drive, and play back SMF music files.
Page 12: Table Of Contents
Contents USING THE UNIT SAFELY... 3 Important Notes... 6 Main Features... 8 Conventions Used in This Manual ... 9 Panel Descriptions... 14 Before You Start Playing ... 16 Setting Up the Music Rest... 16 Connecting the Speaker Cord (AT-300) ... 16 Opening/Closing the Lid (AT-300)...
Page 13 Using the Rhythm Performance... 40 Selecting a Rhythm... 40 Using Rhythms Stored in User Memory ... 41 Playing Rhythm... 42 Starting at the Press of a Button ... 42 Starting the Rhythm Automatically When You Play the Lower Keyboard or Pedalboard (Synchro Start) ... 43 Stopping the Rhythm ...
Page 14 Contents Changing the Wall Type ... 79 Changing the Depth of the Reverb ... 80 Using the Lower Keyboard Effectively ... 82 Making Effective Use of the Lower Keyboard... 82 Playing the Solo Voice on the Lower Keyboard (Solo [To Lower] Button) ... 84 Changing How the Solo Voice Responds (Solo Mode) ...
Page 15 Composer Settings ... 110 Switching the Display of Lyrics On or Off (Lyric) ... 110 Changing the Key When Playing Back Songs (Playback Transpose)... 110 Changing the Metronome Setting (Metronome) ... 111 Adjusting the Metronome Volume (Metronome Volume) ... 111 Changing the Sound of the Metronome (Metronome Sound) ...
Page 16: Panel Descriptions
Panel Descriptions [Power On] switch ( → p. 17) [Master Volume] knob ( → p. 18) Harmonic Bars ( → p. 30) Pedal Bass Voice Select buttons ( → p. 27) Pedal Part [To Lower] button ( → p. 88) Level [▲] [▼] button ( →...
Page 17 Write Manual Display ( → p. 23) [Save] button ( → p. 60, p. 96) Beat Indicator ( → p. 45) Composer ( → p. 89) [Song] button [Registration] button [Media] button Track buttons [Bass] button [Lower] button [Solo/Upper] button [Reset] button [Play/Stop] button [Rec] button...
Page 18: Before You Start Playing
Before You Start Playing Setting Up the Music Rest fig.01-03 Attach the music rest by inserting it into the two holes. Connecting the Speaker Cord (AT-300) Connect the speaker box’s speaker cord to the speaker cord leading from the organ. Pay attention to the shape of the speaker cable’s connector, and insert it until you hear it click securely into place.
Page 19: Connecting The Power Cord
Connecting the Power Cord First, make sure that the [Power On] switch is OFF (not pushed in). fig. 00-27.eps,fig.00-27-2.eps Upper position Connect the supplied power cord to the AC Inlet, then plug the other end into an AC outlet. AT-300 Power Cord AT-100 Power Cord...
Page 20: Turning Off The Power
Before You Start Playing Adjust the volume to an appropriate level by moving the [Master Volume] knob or operating the expression pedal. Turning the [Master Volume] knob towards “Max” increases the volume; turning the knob towards “Min” decreases the volume. Likewise, pressing down on the expression pedal increases the volume, while easing up on the pedal decreases the volume.
Page 21: Using The Cord Hook
Using the Cord Hook If you’re using headphones, you can use the cord hook to neatly bundle the cables near your feet. Attaching the Cord Hook Screw the cord hook (with wing nut) about 80% of the way into the screw hole located at the bottom left of the ATELIER.
Page 22: Adjusting The Contrast Of The Screen
You can also play back SMF music files saved on USB memory or a floppy disk (p. 90). Use USB memory and floppy disk drive available from Roland. Proper operation cannot be guaranteed if other USB NOTE device is used.
Page 23: Connecting The Floppy Disk Drive (Sold Separately)
Connecting the Floppy Disk Drive (Sold Separately) Attach the floppy disk drive as shown the figure, using the mounting holes on the ATELIER’s bottom panel. For details of the attachment, refer to the owner’s manual of the floppy disk drive. Connect the USB cable of the floppy disk drive to the ATELIER’s External Memory connector.
Page 24: Using A Cd
• Switching the power on and off • Inserting and ejecting a CD A list of the CD drives that have been tested and found to be compatible is available on the Roland website. http://www.roland.com/ When turning the adjuster, be careful not to pinch your...
Page 25: About The Display
About the Display The ATELIER has three types of basic display screen: the Rhythm Screen, the Composer Screen and the Registration Screen. You can alternate from one to the other by pressing the [Display/Exit] button. fig.01-17 Understanding the Main and Related Screens Rhythm Screen fig.01-18 Tempo...
Page 26: Selecting And Playing Sounds
Selecting and Playing Sounds Listening to the Demo Songs The ATELIER contains 8 Demo songs. Here’s how to play the Demo songs, and fully appreciate the sounds, Rhythms, and Automatic Accompaniment that are available with the ATELIER. fig.02-01 3, 4 Press the [Song] button and [Registration] button simultaneously.
Page 27 If the following screen appears If the performance song in the ATELIER has not been saved to a USB memory or Favorites (User Memory), the following message will appear, and it will not be possible to play the Demo songs. fig.02-03 If you don’t mind erasing this song, press the [Rec] button.
Page 28: Selecting Voices
Selecting and Playing Sounds Selecting Voices The ATELIER is able to produce the sounds of various instruments. These sounds are called “Voices.” About the Voices and Parts The ATELIER has two keyboards and one Pedalboard, as shown below. From top to bottom these are called the “Upper Keyboard,” “Lower Keyboard,”...
Page 29: Functions Of The Upper/ Lower /Pedal Bass Sound Select Buttons
Functions of the Upper/ Lower /Pedal Bass Sound Select Buttons fig.02-05 Each time you press a voice button, its indicator will switch between being lit and being turned off. Voices that have their button indicator lit can be played. Selecting the Upper/Lower/Pedal Bass Voices Select voices by pressing the Upper, Lower and Pedal Bass Voice Part buttons.
Page 30: Selecting Solo Voice
Selecting and Playing Sounds Selecting Solo Voice The Solo section of the Upper keyboard is monophonic, that is, the Solo voice will only sound for the highest note played on the Upper keyboard. fig.02-11 Press the Solo [Sax] button (indicator lights). The name of the selected voice appears in the display for a few seconds.
Page 31: Selecting A Voice Using The [Others] Button
Selecting a Voice Using the [Others] Button Notice that there is an [Others] button for each part. By using the [Others] button, you can select all voices. Press the [Others] button for the Part for which you wish to specify a voice. The voice name appears in the display.
Page 32: Creating Organ Sounds (Vintage Organ)
Selecting and Playing Sounds Creating Organ Sounds (Vintage Organ) The Vintage Organ button lets you add vintage organ sounds to the upper and lower parts. In addition, you can also use the harmonic bars to modify the selected sound as desired. The ATELIER provides nine harmonic bars for the upper part and lower part.
Page 33 Selecting and Playing Sounds What’s the feet? “Feet” is a term that began as a measurement of the length of the pipes in a pipe organ. The pipes that produce the basic pitch (fundamental) for each note are considered to be “8 feet” in length. Therefore, a pipe producing a pitch one octave below that of the reference of 8' (eight feet) would be 16’;...
Page 34: Playing A Vintage Organ Voice
Selecting and Playing Sounds Playing a Vintage Organ Voice Turning on the Vintage Organ Press the Vintage Organ [On/Off] button so its indicator is lit. Each time you press the button, the indicator will alternate between ON (lit) and OFF. The Vintage organ screen appears.
Page 35 Adding Sparkle to the Sound (Percussion) This adds an attack sound to the beginning of the note, making the sound crisper. Press the Percussion [2 2/3'] button so its indicator is lit. Play the Upper keyboard and notice that an attack has been added. Button Percussion [2 2/3'] button Adjusting the Rate at which the Percussion Decays...
Page 36 Selecting and Playing Sounds Adjusting the Volume of the Vintage Organ You can adjust the volume of the Vintage Organ sound to regulate the volume balance relative to the other sounds. Press the [Utility] button. fig.05-08.eps Press the Menu [ “VintageOrganVolume.”...
Page 37: Performing With An Active Expression Voice
Performing with an Active Expression Voice For “Active Expression Voices,” operating the expression pedal will control not only the volume but also the tone, or may add additional sounds. Press the [Others] button of the Part to which you want to assign an Active Expression voice.
Page 38: Adjust The Volume Balance
Selecting and Playing Sounds Adjust the Volume Balance The ATELIER allows you to adjust the volume balance individually for each Part. fig.02-13 The following buttons are used to adjust the volume of a multiple number of Parts. Button Accomp/SMF [▲] [▼] button Pedal Level [▲] [▼] button The volume levels of each part are adjusted using the corresponding [▲] and [▼] buttons.
Page 39: Transpose The Pitch In Octave Units (Octave Shift)
Transpose the Pitch in Octave Units (Octave Shift) The pitch of the sound played by the keyboard can be adjusted in one-octave steps. This function is called “Octave Shift.” You can apply an Octave shift to the following 4 Parts: The Upper Part The Lower Part The Pedal bass Part...
Page 40: Sustaining Notes Played On The Lower Keyboard
Selecting and Playing Sounds Sustaining Notes Played on the Lower Keyboard You can have the sound for keys in the Lower keyboard continue to play, even after you release the key, until the next key is pressed. Hold down the Pedal [To Lower] button for several seconds until its indicator begins blinking.
Page 41: Changing The Drum/Sfx Set
Changing the Drum/SFX Set Immediately after the power is turned on, the STANDARD drum set will sound. Let’s try selecting a different Drum Set or the Sound Effect set. As the drum set, you can choose from 13 types (AT-300) or 9 types (AT-100) of drum set.
Page 42: Using The Rhythm Performance
Using the Rhythm Performance The ATELIER lets you enjoy playing along with a rhythmic accompaniment. Selecting a Rhythm The AT-300 provides 120 types and The AT-100 provides 80 types of Rhythms and Automatic Accompaniments (Music Styles). These are organized into four groups. Each rhythm button corresponds to two groups.
Page 43: Using Rhythms Stored In User Memory
Using Rhythms Stored in User Memory The ATELIER features a User memory. What is User Memory? “User Memory” refers to an area inside the instrument where you can store the registration you create and the performances you record. Registration and SMF music files saved on USB memory can also be copied to user memory (p.
Page 44: Playing Rhythm
Using the Rhythm Performance Playing Rhythm There are two ways to start the rhythm. You can press the [Start/Stop] button to start the rhythm, or you can use Synchro Start to have the rhythm start when you play the lower keyboard or the pedalboard. You can also make the rhythm start with an intro, or stop with an ending.
Page 45: Starting The Rhythm Automatically When You Play The Lower Keyboard Or Pedalboard (Synchro Start)
Starting the Rhythm Automatically When You Play the Lower Keyboard or Pedalboard (Synchro Start) Starting with an Added Intro While holding down the Arranger [On/Off] button, press Auto [Fill In] button to turn Synchro Start on. The [Start/Stop] button indicator will blink. Press the [Intro/Ending] button.
Page 46: Stopping The Rhythm
Using the Rhythm Performance Stopping the Rhythm Stopping with an Ending Press the [Intro/Ending] button. An Ending is played, then the Rhythm stops. While the Ending is playing, the [Intro/Ending] button indicator will light, until the Ending finishes the button indicator will be turned off. Stopping without an Ending Press the [Start/Stop] button.
Page 47: Changing A Tempo Of Rhythm And Automatic Accompaniment
Changing a Tempo of Rhythm and Automatic Accompaniment You can change the tempo of the Rhythm or Automatic Accompaniment. fig.03-06(P.40) Press the Tempo [ tempo (speed) of the Rhythm or Automatic Accompaniment. Tempo [ ] button Tempo [ ] button The value of the tempo currently set (20–500 beats per minute) can be checked in the display.
Page 48: Playing Rhythm And Automatic Accompaniment
Using the Rhythm Performance Playing Rhythm and Automatic Accompaniment The Arranger function of the ATELIER can add an Automatic Accompaniment to each Rhythm. Based on the selected Rhythm, the Arranger function automatically adds an accompaniment that is suitable for the chord being pressed on the Lower keyboard.
Page 49: Adding Variety To The Rhythm Or Automatic Accompaniment
Adding Variety to the Rhythm or Automatic Accompaniment You can add variety to the rhythm or automatic accompaniment by changing the rhythm pattern of the rhythm. fig.02-07_AT-900.eps Button name Auto [Fill In] button What’s a fill-in? A Fill In is a short phrase that is inserted at a break in the melody or at a point where the character of the song changes (between Chorus’s or Verses).
Page 50: Turning Chord Intelligence On/Off
Using the Rhythm Performance Turning Chord Intelligence On/Off “Chord Intelligence” is a feature that intelligently plays the correct accompaniment chords the moment you play a key specifying a chord on the Lower keyboard during Automatic Accompaniment. To play a C chord on the Lower keyboard, for example, you usually have to press down the three keys C, E, and G;...
Page 51: Using The Leading Bass Function
Using the Leading Bass Function When Automatic Accompaniment is used, and the Pedal [To Lower] button is ON, the Pedal Bass voice will normally play the root note (p. 132) of the chord you play on the Lower keyboard. If the Leading Bass function is enabled, the lowest note of the chord you play on the Lower keyboard will then be used as the bass note (the bottom note of the chord).
Page 52: A Simple Way To Make Automatic Accompaniment Settings (One Touch Program)
Using the Rhythm Performance A Simple Way to Make Automatic Accompaniment Settings (One Touch Program) When using the Arranger function for automatic accompaniment, you can also use the “One Touch Program” function to automatically select panel settings that are appropriate for the selected rhythm. By pressing the [One Touch Program] button, you can make the following settings.
Page 53: Using A Rhythm From A Usb Memory
Using a Rhythm from a USB Memory The ATELIER contains a variety of rhythms, but you can also use rhythms from USB memory or floppy disk to perform rhythms in an even wider range of styles. Reviewing the Styles on USB Memory Connect the USB memory containing the rhythms to the external memory connector.
Page 54: Copying Rhythms
Using the Rhythm Performance Copying Rhythms User memory (p. 41) already contains rhythms, but you can replace these rhythms with rhythms from USB memory or floppy disk. Rhythms copied from the USB memory into User memory will not be lost even if the power is turned off.
Page 55: Reset] Button
Press the [Rec] button. Press the Value [-] and [+] buttons to select the copy- destination number. To cancel the procedure, press the [Display/Exit] button. Press the [Rec] button to copy the rhythm. While the Rhythm is being copied into internal memory, the following screen will be displayed.
Page 56: Deleting Saved Rhythm
Using the Rhythm Performance Deleting Saved Rhythm You can delete rhythms stored in User memory (p. 41) or USB memory. Select the rhythm you want to delete (p. 41). Press the [Load] button and [Save] buttons simultaneously. The following display appears. fig.02-10.eps To cancel the procedure, press the [Reset] button.
Page 57: Using The Registration Buttons
Using the Registration Buttons The ATELIER allows you to store sound settings and panel settings such as 8 in the Registration buttons. There are a total of 8 Registration buttons, and one set of panel settings can be stored in each, allowing you to register a total of 8 different panel settings.
Page 58: Storing Registrations
Using the Registration Buttons Procedure for Creating Registration Sets Prepare the Registrations A convenient way to make the sequence of Registration buttons to be pressed easy to understand is to store the panel settings starting from the Registration [1] button, continuing with subsequent buttons in accordance with the progression of the song.
Page 59: Recalling A Registration
Recalling a Registration There are two ways of calling up the settings affecting the rhythms registered to the Registration buttons [1]–[8], “INSTANT” and “DELAYED.” At the factory this is set to “DELAYED.” How to Recall a Registration Recalling Voices and Other Panel Settings Press a Registration [1]–[8] button.
Page 60: Automatically Registering When You Switch Panel Settings
Using the Registration Buttons Automatically Registering When You Switch Panel Settings When the [Manual] button is ON (lit), all panel settings you make will be stored automatically in the [Manual] button as they are made, thus updating the Registration that had been previously saved. If you change to a preset Registration [1]–...
Page 61 Press the [Registration] button and the [Media] button simultaneously. Press the Menu [ ] and [ and press the Value [-] and [+] buttons to select a character. fig.07-05 The following characters can be selected space ! “ # % & ’ ( ) * + , - . / : ; = ? ^ _ A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 [Reset] button [Rec] button...
Page 62: Saving Registration Sets
Using the Registration Buttons Saving Registration Sets With the settings of Registration buttons [1]–[8] considered as one set, you can store the registration set to USB memory or User memory. We recommend that complex panel settings or Registrations you wish to keep be saved on USB memory.
Page 63 Press the [Save] button to execute the save operation. Saving of the registration data will begin. When saving ends, the “- - - - - - - - - - - -” in the screen will change to the registration name that you saved. fig.07-11 If you’ve named the registration (p.
Page 64: Loading Previously Saved Registration Sets Into The Atelier
Using the Registration Buttons Loading Previously Saved Registration Sets Into the ATELIER Here’s how to recall a previously saved Registration set from the User memory or USB memory into the memory of the ATELIER. Registrations can be selected in the following two ways. Loading a Set of Registrations You can load a “set”...
Page 65: Loading An Individual Registration
Loading an Individual Registration If you want to load a registration from USB memory, connect your USB memory to the external memory connector. Press the [Registration] button to make the indicator light. The Registration Select screen appears. Press the [Media] button to select the desired media. If you want to load from the registration of USB memory, select “Ext Memory.”...
Page 66: Deleting A Set Of Registrations
Using the Registration Buttons Deleting a Set of Registrations Here’s how to delete a Registration set that was saved to a USB memory, User memory (p. 41), or floppy disk. Prepare the registration that you want to delete. If you want to delete registration data from the USB memory, connect the USB memory to the external memory connector.
Page 67: Copying Registrations
Copying Registrations Registrations from USB memory or floppy disk can be copied to user memory. If a registration saved in USB memory or on a floppy disk is stored in user memory, the stored registration data will not disappear even when you turn off the power.
Page 68 Using the Registration Buttons Press the Value [-] and [+] buttons to select the Registration you want to copy. Press the [Rec] button. Press the Value [-] and [+] buttons to select the copy- destination number. To cancel the procedure, press the [Display/Exit] button. Press the [Rec] button to copy the Registration.
Page 69: Using The Performance Functions
Using the Performance Functions Ò Transposing to a Different Key (Key Transpose) You can transpose the key of a performance without having to shift the position of your fingers on the keyboard. This feature is called “Key Transpose.” For example: you may play in the familiar C major scale while your music will sound in any key of your choice.
Page 70: Adding Decay To The Sound (Damper Pedal)
Using the Performance Functions Adding Decay to the Sound (Damper Pedal) You can depress the damper pedal to add reverberation to notes played on the lower manual. While you continue depressing the damper pedal, notes will be sustained even if you release the keys. fig.06-04 Using the Foot Switch On each side of the expression pedal are two Foot Switches.
Page 71: Changing The Function Of The Foot Switch
Changing the Function of the Foot Switch You can select any of the following functions and assign them to either Foot Switch on the right or left side of the Expression Pedal. Press the [Utility] button. Press the Menu [ ] and [ select “L Foot Switch”...
Page 72: Using The Foot Switch To Switch Registrations (Registration Shift)
Using the Performance Functions Using the Foot Switch to Switch Registrations (Registration Shift) You can use the Foot Switch as a dedicated switch for selecting Registrations in order. The registration will be switched each time you press the foot switch. The Registration Shift settings are stored to each individual Registration Set.
Page 73: Adjusting The Overall Volume Using An Expression Pedal
Adjusting the Overall Volume Using an Expression Pedal You can adjust the entire volume using an Expression Pedal. When you depress the Expression Pedal, the volume increases. The volume decreases as you tilt the pedal back. fig.06-03 Decrease the volume Increase the volume Using the expression pedal enables you to give your performances even richer...
Page 74: Adding Various Effects To A Voice
Adding Various Effects to a Voice The ATELIER allows you to apply various effects to the sounds you play from the keyboard. Adding Harmony to a Melody (Harmony Intelligence) Harmony appropriate for the chord you play in the lower keyboard can be added to the highest note played in the upper keyboard.
Page 75: Changing The Type Of Harmony Intelligence
Changing the Type of Harmony Intelligence The AT-300 provides twelve types of harmony intelligence, and the AT-100 provides eight types. When you press the [Harmony Intelligence] button, the most appropriate voice(s) will be automatically set. The manner in which notes will sound also depends on the Harmony type. Press the [Harmony Intelligence] button (indicator lights).
Page 76: Adding Modulation To The Sound (Rotary Effect)
Adding Various Effects to a Voice Adding Modulation to the Sound (Rotary Effect) Rotary is an effect which simulates the sound of rotating speakers. There is a choice of two settings: Fast and Slow. fig.05-06.eps Select the voice to which you wish to apply the Rotary effect.
Page 77: Sustain Effect
Sustain Effect Sustain allows you to add a Sustain effect or decay to each voice after the keys are released. The Sustain effect can be added simultaneously to the Upper (except the Solo Part), Lower, and Pedal Bass voices. Press the [Utility] button. Press the Menu [ ] and [ “Sustain.”...
Page 78: Changing The Sustain Length
Adding Various Effects to a Voice Changing the Sustain Length The sustain length can be set independently (SHORT, MIDDLE (Medium) or LONG) for the Upper and Lower keyboards and Bass Pedalboard. You can make a separate setting for each keyboard. Press the [Utility] button.
Page 79: Reverb Effect
Adding Various Effects to a Voice Reverb Effect Reverb is an effect that adds a sense of spaciousness to the sound, creating the illusion of playing in a large or small concert hall, a large or small room, a small club, etc. fig.04-07 Press the Reverb [▲] or [▼] buttons to adjust the overall Reverb amount.
Page 80: Changing The Reverb Type
Adding Various Effects to a Voice Changing the Reverb Type By changing the reverberations of the notes, you can enjoy the atmosphere of performance in a wide variety of different locations. Press the [Utility] button. Press the Menu [ Press the [Rec] button. Press the Menu [ Type.”...
Page 81: Changing The Wall Type
Changing the Wall Type By changing the type of reverb you can experience the feeling of performing in various different locations, and by changing the Wall Type (wall material) you can make further adjustments to the way in which reverberation occurs. Press the [Utility] button.
Page 82: Changing The Depth Of The Reverb
Adding Various Effects to a Voice Changing the Depth of the Reverb You can make independent settings for each Part. Press the [Utility] button. Press the Menu [ Press the [Rec] button. Press the Menu [ fig.11-05 Press the Menu [ whose reverb depth you wish to adjust.
Page 83 MEMO...
Page 84: Using The Lower Keyboard Effectively
Using the Lower Keyboard Effectively Making Effective Use of the Lower Keyboard Since the lower keyboard of the ATELIER provides a generous 61 notes, you can divide the keyboard into two or more sections and play solo voices, play the pedal bass voice, or combine a variety of uses for even more versatility. For example, the following applications are possible.
Page 85 Using the Lower Keyboard to Play Drum Sounds and Solo Voice • Press the [Drums/SFX] button (p. 38), and then press the Solo [To Lower] button (p. 84) fig.06-01-2.eps ■ Drums/SFX ■ Bass ■ Lower ■ Solo By changing the combination of voices that are played on the Lower keyboard, and by changing the Solo Split Point (p.
Page 86: Playing The Solo Voice On The Lower Keyboard (Solo [To Lower] Button)
Using the Lower Keyboard Effectively Playing the Solo Voice on the Lower Keyboard (Solo [To Lower] Button) Normally, the solo voice will sound on the upper keyboard. By using the Solo [To Lower] button, you can play the solo voice in the right- hand side of the lower keyboard that includes the B4 key.
Page 87: Changing How The Solo Voice Responds (Solo Mode)
Changing How the Solo Voice Responds (Solo Mode) When the Solo voice is assigned to the Upper keyboard or Lower keyboard, you can specify how the Solo voice will respond when more than one key is pressed. Press the [Utility] button. Press the Menu [ ] and [ select “Solo Mode.”...
Page 88: Using The Lower Keyboard To Play The Bass Voice (Bass Split)
Using the Lower Keyboard Effectively Using the Lower Keyboard to Play the Bass Voice (Bass Split) By using the “Bass Split” function you can play the bass voice in the left-hand side (including C3) of the lower keyboard. The location at which the lower keyboard is divided in this way, to play the pedal bass voice, is called the “Bass Split Point.”...
Page 89: Changing The Bass Split Point
Changing the Bass Split Point You can assign the Bass Split Point (the highest key up to which the Pedal Bass voice will sound), to any key of the Lower keyboard. Press the [Utility] button. Press the Menu [ ] or [ “Bass Split Point.”...
Page 90: Using The Lower Keyboard To Play The Bass Voice (Pedal [To Lower] Button)
Using the Lower Keyboard Effectively Using the Lower Keyboard to Play the Bass Voice (Pedal [To Lower] button) By using the Pedal [To Lower] button, you can sound the Pedal Bass voice by playing the root note (p. 132) of a chord on the Lower keyboard in the area that is playing the Lower voice.
Page 91: Record And Playback Your Performance
Record and Playback Your Performance The internal composer can record performances and play back commercial SMF music files. fig.08-01 Button Description The Song Select screen appears in the Song display. The Registration Select screen appears in Registration the display. Media Switches the media.
Page 92: Playing Back Performance Songs Stored On Usb Memory And Smf Music Files
Record and Playback Your Performance Playing Back Performance Songs Stored on USB Memory and SMF Music Files In addition to playing back the music you recorded on the instrument and saved to a USB memory, ATELIER also lets you enjoy a wide variety of commercially available song files, such as defined below.
Page 93: Silencing A Specific Track (Track Mute)
Silencing a Specific Track (Track Mute) The indicators for Track button in which performances were recorded will be lit. By turning off these Track button indicators, you can temporarily silence the sound. This is referred to as “Track Mute.” If you want to play back a song from USB memory, connect your USB memory to the external memory connector before you continue.
Page 94: Playing Back A Performance Song
Record and Playback Your Performance Caution If you press the [Rec] button when a song has been selected from the USB memory or floppy disk, the selected song will be completely loaded into the ATELIER and the Composer will enter into the recording standby mode. To record a new song, use the following procedure.
Page 95: Add A Count Sound To Match The Timing (Count In)
Add a Count Sound to Match the Timing (Count In) In cases such as when you want to perform in time with a song, you can have a count sound played before playback of the song begins, allowing you to synchronize your own performance with the song.
Page 96: Re-Recording
Record and Playback Your Performance Re-Recording You can record over recorded performance data. Press the [Bwd] button or the [Fwd] button to select the desired measure (bar) when you start recording. If you wish to start recording from the beginning of the song, press the [Reset] button.
Page 97: Changing The Name Of A Performance Song (Rename)
Changing the Name of a Performance Song (Rename) A name is automatically assigned to a performance song that you record. However, at some point you may wish to change the name to something more meaningful. Press the [Display/Exit] button a number of times to access the composer screen.
Page 98: Saving Performance Songs
Record and Playback Your Performance Saving Performance Songs The performance data that you recorded will disappear when the power of the ATELIER is turned off. If you wish to keep the performance data, you can save it on a USB memory, floppy disk, or “Favorites”...
Page 99: Loading Performance Songs Into The Atelier
Saving performance data in SMF format (SMF) requires a NOTE longer time than saving it in ATELIER format (Original). If the following screen appears If you select a number at which a performance data has already been saved, the following screen appears. fig.E-64-b.eps If you wish to update the contents of the performance data...
Page 100: Deleting Performance Songs Stored On "Favorites" Or The Usb Memory
Record and Playback Your Performance Press the Value [-] or [+] button to select the performance song that you wish to load into internal memory. Press the [Load] button. The selected performance data will be loaded into internal memory. If the following screen appears If the performance song in the ATELIER has not been saved to a USB memory or Favorites (User Memory), the following message will appears.
Page 101: Layering A New Recording Onto Smf Music Files
Press the [Load] button and [Save] buttons simultaneously. The following message, asking you to confirm your choice, will be displayed. fig.08-10 To cancel the procedure, press the [Reset] button, and you will return to the Song Select screen. If you are sure that you wish to delete the song, press the [Rec] button.
Page 102: Using Song With A Different Tempo Than That Of The Performance Song
Record and Playback Your Performance Press the Value [-] or [+] button to select the SMF music files that you wish to load into internal memory. Press the [Load] button. The selected performance data will be loaded into internal memory. Press the [Bwd] button and the [Fwd] buttons to select the desired measure (bar) when you start recording.
Page 103: Copying Performance Song
Copying Performance Song Performance songs and SMF music files from USB memory or floppy disk can be copied to “Favorites” (User memory). If a performance song saved in USB memory or on a floppy disk is stored in “Favorites,” the stored performance song will not disappear even when you turn off the power.
Page 104: Creating A Folder In Usb Memory Or User Memory
Record and Playback Your Performance Creating a Folder in USB Memory or User Memory You can create folders in a connected USB memory device or in user memory. If you want to create a folder in USB memory, connect the USB memory to the external memory connector.
Page 105: Enjoying Vima Tunes Songs
While playing a VIMA TUNES song, you can play along using recommended tones. VIMA TUNES VIMA TUNES is a Roland specification for music files that contains image and lyric data, allowing you to enjoy songs with lyrics and images simultaneously. When data bearing the “VIMA TUNES”...
Page 106: Listening To Songs From Music Cd
Record and Playback Your Performance Listening to Songs from Music You can connect a CD drive to the ATELIER and use it to play music CDs. This lets you perform or sing along with the backing of a music CD. You can’t copy music CD songs to “Favorites”.
Page 107: Transposing The Song To A Comfortable Key For Singing
Transposing the Song to a Comfortable Key for Singing You can transpose the song to a key that is more comfortable for you to sing. If you or someone else will be singing along with a song, you can change the key of the song so it’s appropriate for the singer’s range.
Page 108: Various Other Settings
Various Other Settings Adjusting How the Instrument Responds Adjusting the Initial Touch Sensitivity (Initial Touch) Initial Touch is a function that translates the force used in playing the keys into a directly proportional amount of volume. This adjusts the amount of the Initial Touch effect applied. Press the [Utility] button.
Page 109: Performance Function Settings
Performance Function Settings Changing the Function of the Expression Pedal (Exp. Source) Specify how the Expression Pedal will function when your performance is being recorded and when ATELIER song files are being played back. Function During Recording Specify whether Expression Pedal operations will be recorded or not while your performance is being recorded.
Page 110: Rhythm Settings
Various Other Settings Rhythm Settings Preventing Rhythm Tempos from Switching Automatically (Auto Std Tempo) You can prevent rhythm tempos from switching automatically when you switch rhythms. Press the [Utility] button. Press the Menu [ ] or [ “Auto Std Tempo” (Auto Standard Tempo). Press the Value [-] or [+] button to switch the Auto Standard Tempo “ON”...
Page 111: Registration Settings
Registration Settings Registration Arranger Update (Arranger Update) You can specify how the settings related to Rhythm performances and Automatic Accompaniment will be recalled when you press a Registration [1] – [8] button. Press the [Utility] button. Press the Menu [ ] or [ “Arranger Update.”...
Page 112: Composer Settings
Various Other Settings Composer Settings Switching the Display of Lyrics On or Off (Lyric) Some music files have Lyrics included and these Lyrics can be displayed on the screen. You can turn on or off the lyrics display of such music files. Press the [Utility] button.
Page 113: Changing The Metronome Setting (Metronome)
Changing the Metronome Setting (Metronome) This setting determines whether or not the metronome will sound. Press the [Utility] button. Using the Menu [ ] or [ “Metronome.” Press the [Rec] button. Using the Menu [ ] or [ “Metronome.” fig.09-02 Press the Value [-] or [+] button to select OFF, REC, or ON.
Page 114: Changing The Sound Of The Metronome (Metronome Sound)
Various Other Settings Changing the Sound of the Metronome (Metronome Sound) You can choose one of 4 different sounds for the metronome. Press the [Utility] button. Using the Menu [ ] or [ “Metronome.” Press the [Rec] button. Press the Menu [ ] or [ “Metronome Sound.”...
Page 115: Silencing A Specific Track (Track Mute)
Silencing a Specific Track (Track Mute) You can temporarily silence sound of a specific track. This is referred to as “Track Mute.” Press the [Utility] button. Using the Menu [ ] or [ “Track Mute.” Press the Value [-] or [+] button to select the track that you wish to mute.
Page 116: Muting Individual Channels Of Performance Data (Channel Mute)
Various Other Settings Muting Individual Channels of Performance Data (Channel Mute) You can mute (silence) individual channels of performance data of SMF music files (commercially available). Press the [Utility] button. Press the Menu [ ] or [ “Channel Mute.” Press the Value [-] or [+] button to select the channel that you wish to mute.
Page 117: Specifying Transmission Of Pc Numbers (Send Pc Switch)
Specifying Transmission of PC Numbers (Send PC Switch) Transmission of PC (Program Change) numbers can be switched ON/OFF. Press the [Utility] button. Press the Menu [ ] or [ “MIDI.” Press the [Rec] button. Press the Menu [ ] or [ “Send PC Switch.”...
Page 118: Midi In Mode (Midi In Mode)
Various Other Settings MIDI IN Mode (MIDI IN Mode) This instrument contains two sound generators: one for SMF data playback and one for keyboard performance. Normally, data received at the MIDI In connector will control only the sound generator for SMF data playback. However by changing the MIDI IN Mode setting, you can also control the keyboard sound generator from MIDI In.
Page 119: Selecting The Midi Transmit Channel (Tx Midi Channel)
Selecting the MIDI Transmit Channel (Tx MIDI Channel) When you use the MIDI connectors of the ATELIER to transmit musical data to external devices, for each keyboard (Upper, Lower, and Pedal) you can specify the channel on which your playing will be transmitted as MIDI messages. You can modify these Tx (Transmit) MIDI settings as needed.
Page 120 Various Other Settings The V-LINK function is turned on, and the V-LINK icon appears in the main screen. fig.09-41.eps The Send PC Switch settings is automatically switched to ON when V-LINK is on (MODE 1, MODE 2). When the V- LINK function is switched off, the Send PC Switch setting reverts to the setting in effect before V-LINK was switched When V-LINK is set to “MODE 1”...
Page 121: Restoring The User Memory To The Original Factory Settings (User Memory Reset)
Restoring the User Memory to the Original Factory Settings (User Memory Reset) You can restore the User memory to their original factory settings. This function is called “User Memory Reset.” What is User Memory? “User Memory” refers to an area inside the instrument where you can store the registration you create and the performances you record.
Page 122: Formatting A Usb Memory (Format)
Various Other Settings Formatting a USB Memory (Format) The process of preparing USB memory or floppy disks so that they can be used with the ATELIER is called “initialization” (formatting). In certain cases, particularly with floppy disks, the media is formatted for a specific type of device.
Page 123: Connecting With External Devices
Connecting with External Devices If you want to hook up an external instrument to the ATELIER, then this chapter is for you. Names and Functions of Jacks and Connectors Output L/Mono, R Jacks These jacks can be connected to your audio system to enjoy more powerful sound.
Page 124: Connecting A Computer
Normally, you don’t need to install a driver in order to connect the ATELIER to your computer. However, if some problem occurs, or if the performance is poor, using the Roland original driver may solve the problem. For details on downloading and installing the Roland original driver, refer to the Roland website.
Page 125: Making The Settings For The Usb Driver
Normally, you don’t need to install a driver in order to connect the ATELIER to your computer. However, if some problem occurs, or if the performance is poor, using the Roland original driver may solve the problem. Specify the USB driver you want to use, and then install the driver.
Page 126: Making The Connections
Connecting with External Devices Making the Connections To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the NOTE power on all devices before making any connections. Turn the volume all the way down on the ATELIER and on the device you’re about to connect.
Page 127: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If the ATELIER does not function in the way you except, first check the following chart. If this does not resolve the problem, consult your dealer or a nearby Roland Service Station. Problem When you press the [Power On] Power cord is not connected correctly.
Page 128 Troubleshooting Problem There is no sound from the twelve keys at the right of the lower keyboard Damper Pedal does not operate Expression Pedal does not operate Can’t use the function assigned to the foot switch When the human voice “Jazz Scat” is selected, playing dynamics do not change the sound Rotary effect is not be applied...
Page 129 Problem Transpose is in effect. Pitch is off The tuning is incorrect. While set for an octave shift, you are playing keys beyond the recommended range. This does not indicate a malfunction. While the Utility menu appears in the Performance data cannot be display (with the exception of Channel played back Mute and Track Mute), playback is not...
Page 130 • Place speakers so they are 10-15 cm from walls and other surfaces. • Reduce the volume. • Move the speakers away from any resonating objects. Consult your Roland dealer or nearest Roland Service Center. Set the expression pedal function to “PEDAL” during playback. Page...
Page 131: Error Message
Recording or editing is not possible because the memory of the ATELIER is full. An error occurred in internal memory. Please perform the operation again. If this indication appears even Memory Error after you’ve repeated the operation several times, please contact Roland service. This is registration data of a type that This instrument cannot use this registration.
Page 132: Chord List
Chord List ● symbol: Indicates the constituent not of chord. ★ symbol: Chord shown with an “★”can be played by pressing just the key marked with the “★.” Chord 1.eps Cmaj7 C#maj7 C#m7 Cdim C#dim Cm7 5 C#m7 5 Caug C#aug Csus4 C#sus4...
Page 133 ● symbol: Indicates the constituent not of chord. ★ symbol: Chord shown with an “★”can be played by pressing just the key marked with the “★.” Chord 2.eps F#maj7 Gmaj7 F#m7 F#dim Gdim F#m7 5 Gm7 5 F#aug Gaug F#sus4 Gsus4 F#7sus4 G7sus4...
Page 134: Glossary
Glossary Arrangement This refers to changes that have been made in an original tune, by adding a new accompaniment or by changing the instruments used. Automatic Accompaniment Automatic Accompaniment is automatic accompaniment when just a few keys in the lower section of the keyboard are pressed to specify the chord.
Page 135: Music Files That The Atelier Can Use
■ The ATELIER Allows You To Use the Following Music Files VIMA TUNES VIMA TUNES is a Roland specification for music files that contains image and lyric data, allowing you to enjoy songs with lyrics and images simultaneously. When data bearing the “VIMA TUNES” logo...
Page 136: Settings That Are Stored After The Power Is Turned Off
Settings That Are Stored After the Power Is Turned Off Settings That Are Stored After the Power Is Turned Off Arranger Update Auto Std Tempo (Auto Standard Tempo) Lyrics Master Tune Metronome Sound MIDI IN Mode Registration Shift Send PC Switch Trans.
Page 137: Midi Implementation Chart
MIDI Implementation Chart Roland Organ Model AT-100/AT-300 Function... Default Basic Channel Changed Default Messages Mode Altered Note True Voice Number : Note ON Velocity Note OFF After Key's Touch Ch's Pitch Bend 0, 32 6, 38 Control Change 98, 99...
Page 138: Main Specifications
Main Specifications AT-300, AT-100: MUSIC ATELIER Upper Lower Keyboard Pedal Initial Touch Sound Generator Max. Polyphony Sound Voice Generator Part Vintage Organ Rhythm Rhythm User Rhythm Arranger Function One Touch Program Drums/SFX Sets Harmony Intelligence Master Tuning Key Transpose Playback Transpose Effects Registration Registration...
Page 139 Rated Power Output 30 W + 30 W Speaker Full-range 20 cm x 2 (with speaker box) Display 128 x 64 dots backlit LCD Pedals, Switches Damper Pedal, Expression Pedal, Foot Switch: 2 pcs. (function assignable) Audio Output Jacks (L/mono, R), Audio Input Jacks (L/mono, R), Connectors Phones Jacks (stereo) x 2, MIDI connectors (In, Out), USB (MIDI) Jack, External Memory connector (USB Memory connector), AC Inlet...
Page 140: Demo Song List
Ralf is comfortable with all types of music. From pop to jazz, Ralf’s repertoire appeals to all age groups. Since 1992 Ralf has been working and touring for Roland Europe as demonstrator and product consultant. He regularly tours Europe, Asia and Canada.
Page 141: Index
Index Active Expression Voice ... 35 Adjuster ... 22 Arrangement ... 132 Arranger Function ... 50 Arranger function ... 46 Arranger Update ... 109 Audio CD ... 104 Auto Std Tempo (Auto Standard Tempo) ... 108 Automatic Accompaniment ... 45–46, 50, 132 Basic Chord ...
Page 142 Index Master Tune ... 114 Master Volume ... 18 Metronome ... 111 Sound ... 112 Volume ... 111 Metronome Sound ... 112 Metronome Volume ... 111 MIDI ... 123 MIDI Devices Connecting ... 123 MIDI IN Mode ... 116, 119 MIDI In/Out ...
Page 143 Key Transpose ... 67 Playing Back ... 110 Tx MIDI Channel ... 117 Upper Keyboard ... 26 Upper Voice ... 27 USB ... 122 USB (MIDI) connector ... 122 USB Driver ... 123 User Memory ... 41, 119 User Memory Reset ... 119 Variation ...
Page 144 Information When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as shown below. AFRICA PHILIPPINES G.A. Yupangco & Co. Inc. 339 Gil J. Puyat Avenue EGYPT Makati, Metro Manila 1200, Al Fanny Trading Office...
Page 145 For EU Countries For China...
Page 146 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Compliance Information Statement Model Name : AT-100 / AT-300 Type of Equipment : Digital Organ Responsible Party : Roland Corporation U.S. Address : 5100 S. Eastern Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90040-2938 (323) 890-3700 Telephone : NOTICE AVIS...

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Using the Unit Safely

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Before You Start Playing

About the Display

Selecting and Playing Sounds

Using the Rhythm Performance

Using the Registration Buttons

Using the Performance Functions

Adding Various Effects to a Voice

Using the Lower Keyboard Effectively

Record and Playback Your Performance

Various Other Settings

Connecting with External Devices

Appendeces

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