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Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland HandSonic HPD-15.
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: "USING THE UNIT SAFELY"
(p. 2–3) and "IMPORTANT NOTES" (p. 4). These sections provide important information
concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that
you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, Owner's
manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a
convenient reference.
* The D Beam Controller is provided under license from Interactive Light, Inc.
Copyright © 2000 ROLAND CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the
written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland HandSonic HPD-15. Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 2–3) and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 4). These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, Owner’s...
  • Page 2 Roland. • When using the unit with a rack or stand recom- mended by Roland, the rack or stand must be carefully placed so it is level and sure to remain stable. If not using a rack or stand, you still need...
  • Page 3 012c • Immediately turn the power off, remove the AC adaptor from the outlet, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the "Information" page when: • The AC adaptor or the power-supply cord has been damaged;...

  • Page 4: Important Notes

    • Use only the specified expression pedal (EV-5; sold separately). By connecting any other expression pedals, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to the unit. • Use a cable from Roland to make the connection. If using some other make of connection cable, please note the following precautions.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    About the Symbols in This Manual ... 9 Panel Descriptions...10 Front Panel... 10 Rear Panel ... 11 Attaching the HPD-15 to the Stand ...12 Chapter 1 Quick Start ...13 Turning On/Off the Power... 13 Listening to the Demo Song... 14 Performing...
  • Page 6 Inserting a Chain Step ... 66 Deleting a Chain Step ... 66 Playing with a Patch Chain (Chain Play)... 66 Chapter 5 Settings for the Entire HPD-15 ...67 Settings for basic operation ... 67 Settings for the Basic Operation... 68 Settings for the Controllers ...
  • Page 7 Setting the MIDI Channel for a Part... 78 Using with the Roland SPD-20 (SOFT THRU)... 79 Using a Sequencer or a Computer to Record/Play Back the Performance on the HPD-15 ... 79 Cutting the Connection Between the Sound Generator and the Pad Controller (Local Control)...

  • Page 8: Features

    • Basic rhythm performances are built-in as preset patterns, so that you can enjoy ensemble playing or use the HPD-15 to keep time in place of a metronome. • A convenience sequencer is provided for recording your performance in realtime —...

  • Page 9: How To Use This Manual

    This owner’s manual is organized as follows. Quick Start (Chapter 1) This section is intended for those using the HPD-15 for the first time, and explains how to use various functions in a simple way. Please read Quick Start and follow along by actually operating the HPD-15. This will help you understand most of what you need to know for basic operations.

  • Page 10: Panel Descriptions

    Panel Descriptions Front Panel fig.0-01.e VOLUME Knob Adjusts the volume of the entire HPD-15. When this knob is turned fully counterclockwise, no sound will be output. REALTIME MODIFY Section D BEAM Turn these knobs to modify the Pass your hand to produce or sound (p.

  • Page 11: Rear Panel

    (p. 71). MIDI Connectors (IN, OUT/THRU) Connect the MIDI cable when using the HPD-15 to play external instruments, using the HPD-15 as a sound module, or to save/load the setting data (p. 76). AC Adaptor Jack Connect the include AC adaptor.

  • Page 12: Attaching The Hpd-15 To The Stand

    Wide Attach the HPD-15 to the pad stand (PDS-15). For details on assembling the pad stand and attaching the HPD-15, refer to the owner’s manual for the pad stand. fig.0-04.e for playing by fingers...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1 Quick Start

    By turning on devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to speakers and other devices. Make sure that all volume controls on the HPD-15 and connected devices are set to “0.”...

  • Page 14: Listening To The Demo Song

    Chapter 1 Quick Start Listening to the Demo Song Simultaneously press [SEQUENCER] and [SYSTEM]. fig.1-01 fig.1-02 HPD-15 DEMO PLAY 1.TABLECTRIC Turn [PATCH/VALUE] or use [PATCH NUMBER [PATCH NUMBER to hear. fig.1-03 Press [PLAY/STOP]. fig.1-04 Playback will begin. To stop playback, press [PLAY/STOP] once again.

  • Page 15: Performing

    Performing Hit the pads The pads of the HPD-15 will produce different volume or tones depending on where or how strongly they are struck, and you can also vary the tone and duration of the sounds by continuing to press the pad after striking it or by pressing another pad.

  • Page 16: Pass Your Hand Over The D Beam

    Chapter 1 Quick Start Pass Your Hand over the D Beam By passing your hand over the D Beam located at the top of the panel, you can produce sounds or modify the tone. fig.1-07 Sustaining the Sound (ROLL/HOLD Button) Press [ROLL/HOLD] (located at the upper left of the pads) to make it light.

  • Page 17: Playing Various Sounds

    Playing Various Sounds Let’s use the patch (p. 21) of P0101 Conga to hear various sounds from the pads, ribbons, and D Beam. * If the following screen is not shown, turn [PATCH/VALUE] until the following screen appears. fig.1-09 P01 LATIN Conga fig.1-10 Timbale...

  • Page 18: Playing A Scale

    Chapter 1 Quick Start Playing a Scale You can use the pads to play the sounds of a pitched instrument such a steel drum or marimba. Let’s use the patch (p. 21) of P0501 Vibraphone to play a scale. * If the following screen is not shown, turn [PATCH/VALUE] until the following screen appears.

  • Page 19: Using Knobs To Modify The Tone (Realtime Modify)

    Using Knobs to Modify the Tone (Realtime Modify) The sounds of the HPD-15 have various parameters that determine the loudness, pitch, and duration, and how the notes are sounded. By modifying the values of each parameters, you can vary the tone.

  • Page 20: Adding Effects Such As Reverb Or Distortion (Multi-Effects)

    Chapter 1 Quick Start Adding Effects Such as Reverb or Distortion (Multi-Effects) The HPD-15 contains a multi-effect unit that can apply various effects to the sound. Turning Multi-Effects On/Off Press [MULTI-EFFECTS]. fig.1-13 When the effect is on, [MULTI-EFFECTS] will light.

  • Page 21: Changing Sounds To Play (Patch Select)

    Changing Sounds to Play (Patch Select) A patch contains settings for the pads, controllers, and effects. The HPD-15 contains 80 User patches that you can rewrite if desired, and 160 Preset patches that cannot be rewritten. User patches and preset patches are organized into 10 patch groups.

  • Page 22: Changing Patches With The Dial

    Chapter 1 Quick Start Changing Patches with the Dial Turn [PATCH/VALUE]. The patch will change as shown in the diagram. fig.1-16 U0101 P1001 P0901 Changing Patches with the Panel Switches fig.1-17 Press [USER] or [PRESET] to select either user patches or preset patches.

  • Page 23: Changing Patches With The Pads (Pad Patch Select)

    Changing Patches with the Pads (Pad Patch Select) fig.1-18 Hold down [PATCH SEL], and strike a pad B1–C5 to select a patch group. Hold down [PATCH SEL], and strike pad A2 or A4 to select the patch number. Striking pad A4 will increase the patch number, and striking A2 will decrease it.

  • Page 24: Changing The Settings Of A Patch (Ez Edit)

    Changing the Settings of a Patch (EZ Edit) The process of modifying a patch is called “editing.” The HPD-15 provides Easy (EZ) Edit mode for making basic settings, and Edit mode for making settings in more detail. This section explains EZ Edit mode.
  • Page 25 fig.1-20a.e "A", "B", or "C" appears when "Pad Set" is selected Patch Number U0101A* Pitch Parameter fig.1-21.e EZ Edit — Parameter List PAD SET, Inst Selects the instrument for Pad Set A, B, C RIBBON L, (Ribbon, D Beam). RIBBON R, Pads can be selected by five sets.

  • Page 26: Playing Back A Preset Pattern

    Chapter 1 Quick Start Playing Back a Preset Pattern fig.1-22 Press [SEQUENCER]. [SEQUENCER] will light, and you will enter Sequencer mode. fig.1-22a.e Current Measure Pattern Number : User P01 001-01 : Preset Time Signature Turn [PATCH/VALUE] to select the pattern. Press [PLAY/STOP].

  • Page 27: Changing The Tempo

    Changing the Tempo fig.1-23 1, 3 Press [TEMPO]. [TEMPO] will light, current tempo is displayed in the screen. fig.1-23a Tempo Turn [PATCH/VALUE] to change the tempo. When you have finished making changes, press [TEMPO] once again. [TEMPO] will go dark, and you will return to the previous screen. =100 Chapter 1 Quick Start The tempo can be changed...

  • Page 28: System Settings

    Chapter 1 Quick Start System Settings Settings that are shared by all patches are called “system settings.” Settings such as the display contrast and the D Beam sensitivity are system settings. Adjusting the Display for Best Visibility (LCD Contrast) fig.1-24 Press [SYSTEM].

  • Page 29: Adjusting The D Beam Sensitivity

    You will return to normal Play mode. 1, 4 ] to display the following screen. CONTROLLER DBEAM Sens Chapter 1 Quick Start The HPD-15 adjusts the sensitivity of the D Beam automatically when turns the power on. You can make your selection rapidly by using the Key Repeat Function (p.

  • Page 30: If The Sound Or Operation Is Not As You Expect

    Chapter 1 Quick Start If the Sound or Operation Is not as You Expect If, as you modify the settings, the sound or operation is no longer as you expect and you are unable to restore the correct settings, you can execute the Factory Reset operation to reset all settings to their factory condition.

  • Page 31: Rapidly Selecting Parameters Or Values

    Rapidly Selecting Parameters or Values Key Repeat Function This can also be used when selecting either parameters or values, and when selecting patch groups or patch numbers. Press and hold either [ [PARAMETER ], [PATCH NUMBER NUMBER ], [GROUP -], or [GROUP +]. The parameter, value, patch number, or group will change consecutively.

  • Page 32: Skip Function

    Chapter 1 Quick Start Skip Function You can rapidly select parameters or values. Skipping Parameters Parameters are grouped into several categories according to the content that is being edited. By using the skip function you can jump to the first parameter of the category.
  • Page 33 Skipping Values When selecting an instrument or setting the pitch, you can make the value jump. Instruments (sounds) are grouped into several categories. By using the skip function you can jump to the first sound in each group. The pitch value can be changed in steps of 100 cent (one semitone). While pressing [PATCH NUMBER [PATCH NUMBER fig.1-36.e...

  • Page 34: Try To Play The Conga

    Chapter 1 Quick Start Try to Play the Conga Let’s try to play the conga using the HPD-15. Use the patch P0101 Conga. • Open (O) Strike the pad A5 or A4, and remove the hand immediately. • Closed 1 (C1) Strike the pad A5 and do not remove the hand.

  • Page 35: Chapter 2 Modifying A Patch

    Chapter 2 Modifying a Patch This chapter explains Edit mode, where you can make detailed settings. Basic procedure in Edit Mode 1. Press [EDIT] to make it blink; you will enter EZ Edit mode. fig.2-01 U0101A PAD SET 001:Conga 2. Once again press [EDIT] to make it light; you will enter Edit mode.

  • Page 36: Adjusting Sounds

    Chapter 2 Modifying a Patch Adjusting Sounds Select the sound that you wish to play by using the pads, D Beam, or ribbons. You can also adjust the pitch or duration of the sound. * Some parameters have relation to the parameters in EZ Edit mode.
  • Page 37 VeloCurve: Linear, Exp1–2, Log1–2, Spline, Loud1–2, Fix1–16 Selects how striking force will affect the volume. Linear: This is the normal setting and most natural correspondence between velocity and volume change. Compared to Linear, a wider volume Exp1, Exp2: change will occur for stronger hits. Log1, Log2: Compared to Linear, a wider volume change will occur for softer hits.

  • Page 38: Adding Cyclic Change To The Tone

    Chapter 2 Modifying a Patch Adding Cyclic Change to the Tone You can use the LFO (Low Frequency Oscillator) to cyclically change the pitch, volume, etc. * The LFO will apply to all pads / D Beam / ribbons. Parameter Category: PAD LFO fig.2-10 U0101 Waveform Triangl...

  • Page 39: Effect Settings

    Effect Settings You can add reverberation to the sound to create the sensation of playing in a hall or on stage, apply distortion to the sound, or add depth, spaciousness, and modulation. * The effect will apply to all pads / D Beam / ribbons. Adjusting the Reverb Settings Reverb adds reverberation to the sound to simulate a spacious ambience.

  • Page 40: Adjusting The Multi-Effect Settings

    Chapter 2 Modifying a Patch Adjusting the Multi-Effect Settings Multi-effect (M-FX) allows you to select different algorithms to obtain a variety of effects. Parameter Category: MULTI-FX fig.2-14 U0101 MULTI-FX Type# Hall"A" Type: Refer to MULTI-FX Type (p. 95) Selects the preset setting of multi-effects. If you wish to make even more detailed settings, adjust the algorithm below and parameters on the following pages.
  • Page 41 Stereo Equalizer (Stereo EQ) This is a four-band stereo equalizer (low, mid x 2, high). Low Freq: 100Hz, 200Hz, 400Hz Selects the frequency of the low range. Low EQ: -15–+15dB Adjusts the level of the low frequency. Mid1Freq: 100Hz–12.5kHz Ctrl3 Adjusts the frequency of mid range 1.
  • Page 42 Chapter 2 Modifying a Patch Enhancer The Enhancer controls the overtone structure of the high frequencies, adding sparkle and tightness to the sound. Sens: 0–127 LFO, Ctrl1 Adjusts the sensitivity of the enhancer. Mix: 0–127 RTM, Ctrl2 Adjusts the ratio with which the overtones generated by the enhancer are combined with the direct sound.
  • Page 43 Sustainer The Sustainer restrains loud levels and boosts low levels, making the sound more consistent and sustaining the sound. Attack: 0–127 LFO, Ctrl1 Adjusts the attack time of an input sound. Sustain: 0–127 Ctrl2 Adjusts the degree of boost. Pan: L63–Center–R63 Ctrl3 Adjusts the stereo location of the output sound.
  • Page 44 Chapter 2 Modifying a Patch Lo-Fi This effect intentionally degrades the audio quality to simulate a Lo-Fi sound. Bit Down: 0–7 Ctrl3 Lowers the audio quality. The audio quality will worsen as this setting is increased. S-Rate Down: 32, 16, 8, 4 Ctrl2 Coarsens the output signal.
  • Page 45 Tetra Chorus (TetraChorus) Tetra chorus uses a four-phase chorus (four layers of chorused sound) to give richness and spatial spread to the sound. PreDelay: 0.0–100ms Adjusts the time delay from when the direct sound begins until the chorus sound is heard. Rate: 0.05–10.0Hz LFO, Ctrl1 Adjusts the rate of modulation.
  • Page 46 Chapter 2 Modifying a Patch Space D Space D is a multiple chorus that applies two-phase modulation in stereo. This is a chorus with a transparent character and minimal sense of modulation. PreDelay: 0.0–100ms Adjusts the time delay from when the direct sound begins until the processed sound is heard.
  • Page 47 Step Flanger (StepFlanger) The Step Flanger effect is a flanger in which the flanger pitch changes in steps. The speed at which the pitch changes can also be specified in terms of a note-value of a specified tempo. PreDelay: 0.0–100ms Adjusts the time delay from when the direct sound begins until the flanger sound is heard.
  • Page 48 Chapter 2 Modifying a Patch Feedback Pitch Shifter (FbackPitch) A Pitch Shifter shifts the pitch of the original sound. This pitch shifter allows the pitch shifted sound to be fed back into the effect. Coarse: -24–+12semi LFO, Ctrl1 Adjusts the pitch of the pitch shifted sound in semitone steps (-2–+1 octaves).
  • Page 49 Modulation Delay (Mod Delay) This effect adds modulation to the delayed sound, producing an effect similar to a flanger. Delay Left: 0.0–500ms DelayRight: 0.0–500ms Adjusts the time from the original sound until when the right delay sound is heard. Feedback: -98–+98% Ctrl2 Adjusts the proportion (%) of the delay sound that is fed back into the effect.
  • Page 50 Chapter 2 Modifying a Patch 3-Tap Delay (3TapDlySht/3TapDlyLng) The 3-Tap Delay produces three delay sounds; center, left and right. The delay time can be specified as a note value of the tempo of the sequencer. * There is no difference between Sht and Lng but the length of the delay time.
  • Page 51 Advanced Reverb (AdvanceRev) The Reverb effect adds reverberation to the sound, simulating an acoustic space. Type: ROOM1–2, STAGE, PLATE, HALL1–2 Selects the type of Reverb effect. Room1: Simulation of the reverberation in a room Room2: Brighter reverb than Room1 Stage: Simulation of on-stage reverberation Plate: Simulation of a metal plate reverb...

  • Page 52: Controlling The Tone

    OFF, Level -, Level +, Decay -, Decay +, Cutoff, Resonance, Color 1–2, RevSend -, RevSend +, LFO Rate, LFO Pitch, LFO Fltr, LFO Amp, LFO Pc&Rt, LFO Ft&Rt, LFO Am&Rt, MFX Ctrl1–3, RollSpeed, Tempo -, Tempo +, TurnTable (D Beam, Ribbon, Pedal) Play/Stop (D Beam, Pedal)
  • Page 53 Adjusts the tempo of the sequencer. TurnTable * : An effect will be produced as though you were manually rotating the turntable of a record player. Chapter 2 Modifying a Patch Play/Stop: Controls sequencer play/stop. This is the same operation as pressing [PLAY/STOP] on the panel.

  • Page 54: Using A Pad To Start A Pattern

    Chapter 2 Modifying a Patch Using a Pad to Start a Pattern You can play a sequencer pattern by striking a pad (B1–B5, C1–C5). Pads A1–A5, the D Beam, and the ribbon controllers can not play patterns. Parameter Category: PAD PTN fig.2-23 U0101B1 PAD PTN...

  • Page 55: Specifying The Roll Speed

    Specifying the Roll Speed You can specify the speed at which notes will be repeated when you press [ROLL/HOLD]. fig.2-27 U0101 FUNC Roll Speed Roll Speed: 1.0–50, 1/2, 1/3, 1/4, 1/6, 1/8, 1/12, 1/16, 1/24, 1/32, 1/48 1–50: The selected number of notes will be repeated each second.

  • Page 56: Saving Your Settings (Write)

    Chapter 2 Modifying a Patch Saving Your Settings (Write) The settings you modify will be lost if you switch patches or turn off the power. If you wish to keep your changes, you must execute the write operation. 1. Press [WRITE]. fig.2-30.e U0101*Conga U0101...

  • Page 57: Copying A Pad Set (Pad Set Copy)

    Copying a Pad Set (Pad Set Copy) You can copy the settings of a pad set to another pad set. You can also copy to a different pad set of the same patch. fig.2-34.e copy-source pad set U0101B Conga PadSetCpy U0201C copy-destination pad set (patch number is blinking) 1.

  • Page 58: Copying A Value To All Pads

    Chapter 2 Modifying a Patch Copying a Value to All Pads 1. Hold down [PATCH SEL], and press [WRITE] in Edit mode. The displayed value of the parameter is copied to every pad and controller. fig.2-36a Value - Pad Level * Following parameters can be copied only among either pads or controllers.

  • Page 59: Chapter 3 Recording Your Performance (Sequencer)

    Chapter 3 Recording Your Performance (Sequencer) You can record your performance in the sequencer. On the HPD-15, your performance will be recorde exactly as you play it (Realtime Recording). The HPD-15’s sequencer consists of four parts (Percussion 1, Percussion 2, Melody 1, Melody 2). The collective performance of these four parts is called a pattern.

  • Page 60: Settings For The Pattern

    Chapter 3 Recording Your Performance (Sequencer) Settings for the Pattern fig.3-08.e Category Parameter SETUP Time Sig. Specifying the Time Signature Numerator: Number of beats per measure Denominator: Basic note value * It is not possible to change after the pattern is recorded. Length Specifying the Length (Number of Measures) of the Pattern When "Replace"...

  • Page 61: Settings For The Click, And Others

    Settings for the Click, and others fig.3-09.e Category Parameter Specifying the Interval CLICK Intrvl Selecting a Sound Inst Level Adjusting the Volume Adjusting the Pan (Localization) Reverb Send Adjusting the Depth of Reverb Using the reverb makes the click more comfotable to listen to. Mode Turning the Click On/Off OFF: Click doesn't sound while the playback /recording.

  • Page 62: Settings For The Recording (Set In The Recording Stand-By Mode)

    MIDI channel (p. 78). * When you select Perc1, Perc2, Melo1, or Melo2, all channel data is received. You do not need to change the channel of the MIDI deveice connected to the HPD-15. Specifying the Recording Method RecMode Loop All: The entire pattern will be repeated, and on each pass your performance will be added, ("over-dubbed") and mixed with what you did previously.

  • Page 63: Basic Settings For Playing Back

    Hold down [PATCH SEL], and press [GROUP -]. Chapter 3 Recording Your Performance (Sequencer) Synchronizing with an External MIDI device (MIDI Sync) You can play the sequencer of the HPD-15 with an external MIDI device. For details, refer to “Chapter 6 Connecting MIDI Devices” (p. 76). =120...

  • Page 64: Editing A Pattern

    Chapter 3 Recording Your Performance (Sequencer) Editing a Pattern You can edit either copy/delete the patterns or erase the part. Basic Settings for Editing 1. Press [WRITE] in Sequencer mode. fig.3-14.e when [WRITE] is pressed at the preset pattern Pattern Number : User PTN COPY : Preset...

  • Page 65: Chapter 4 Changing Patches In The Desired Sequence

    Chapter 4 Changing Patches in the Desired Sequence This allow you to step through the patches of your choice and in the order you want. The HPD-15 lets you create and store 10 different groups of up to 32 steps each.

  • Page 66: Inserting A Chain Step

    Chapter 4 Changing Patches in the Desired Sequence Inserting a Chain Step This operation inserts a patch into the specified location of a chain. fig.4-11 A maximum of 32 steps can be set in a chain. If the chain already contains 32 steps, the patch at step 32 will be deleted. 1.

  • Page 67: Chapter 5 Settings For The Entire Hpd-15

    Chapter 5 Settings for the Entire HPD-15 Settings that affect the entire HPD-15 are called system settings. This chapter explains how to modify the system settings (System Edit). Settings for basic operation 1. Press [SYSTEM] to make it light; you will enter System Edit mode.

  • Page 68: Settings For The Basic Operation

    Ext: The HPD-15's sequencer will operate in accordance with tempo data (MIDI Clock) from the external device. Remote: The HPD-15 will obey start /pause /stop messages from an external device, but will playback according to its own tempo setting. Value 1 –...

  • Page 69: Settings For The Controllers

    You can set these settings on each patch. When you control the tone too fast, some noise may be heard from some tones. Chapter 5 Settings for the Entire HPD-15 Turning On/Off the Ribbons fig.5-05b Pressing ribbon [SOUND] turns on/off the producing sound by using the ribbons.

  • Page 70: Setting The Pad Sensitivity

    Chapter 5 Settings for the Entire HPD-15 Setting the Pad Sensitivity If you wish to make more detailed settings, set the following parameters. fig.5-06.e Category Parameter Sens Adjusting the Sensitivity Increasing this value will raise the sensitivity and produce the larger sound even if the striking force is the same.

  • Page 71: Using The Foot Switches To Control The Tone / Sequencer

    You can use the pedal switch DP-2 (optional) as the SW 1. It is not possible to use the SW 2 in this case. Chapter 5 Settings for the Entire HPD-15 In Chain Play mode, this goes back to the previous chain step.

  • Page 72: Using The Pedal To Control The Hi-Hat / Tone

    If you connect the hi-hat control pedal (FD-7, optional), do not step on the pedal until the patch name is displayed when the power is turned on. The HPD-15 will check the position of the pedal then. Value EXP PEDAL,...

  • Page 73: Using The External Pads/Kick Trigger Unit To Trigger A Sound

    To use the external pad for rim shots, connect with the PCS- 33. In this case, it is not possible to use two external pads. Chapter 5 Settings for the Entire HPD-15 When using a pad made by another manufacturer, first select “PD-7”...

  • Page 74: More Detailed Settings For The External Pads / Kick Trigger Unit

    Chapter 5 Settings for the Entire HPD-15 More Detailed Settings for the External Pads / Kick Trigger Unit When you are using pads made by other manufacturers, try adjusting the following parameters. fig.5-10.e Category Parameter Adjusting the Sensitivity TRIGGER Trig Sens...

  • Page 75: Setting The Sound Of The External Pads / Kick Trigger Unit

    Beam/ ribbons. Refer to “Chapter 2 Modifying a Patch” (p. 35). Some parameters are not possible to be set the external pads or kick trigger units. Chapter 5 Settings for the Entire HPD-15 MIDI Settings Parameter Catgory: MIDI fig.5-11...

  • Page 76: Chapter 6 Connecting Midi Devices

    MIDI sound modules. By making these settings, you can simultaneously play the HPD-15 and external sound modules. Use a MIDI cable to connect the HPD-15’s MIDI OUT connector to the MIDI IN connector of the external MIDI sound module.

  • Page 77: Setting The Midi Channels

    “Saving Your Settings (Write) / Duplicating Settings (Copy)” (p. 56). Setting the MIDI Channels For setting the MIDI channel, refer to “Using the HPD-15 As a Sound Module” (p. 78). Performance on the pads is transmitted on the channel setting for the “Pad CH.”...

  • Page 78: Using The Hpd-15 As A Sound Module

    Sound Module Make settings for playing the HPD-15 as a sound module from a MIDI keyboard or other device. Use a MIDI cable to connect the HPD-15’s MIDI IN connector to the MIDI OUT connector of an external keyboard, sequencer, etc.

  • Page 79: Using With The Roland Spd-20 (Soft Thru)

    Using with the Roland SPD- 20 (SOFT THRU) This section explains how you can use the Roland SPD-20 (a MIDI controller) together with the HPD-15 to play internal sounds and an external sound module. Performance data of the HPD-15 and performance data of the SPD-20 will both be sent to the external sound module.

  • Page 80: Cutting The Connection Between The Sound Generator And The Pad Controller (Local Control)

    If you make connections and record as shown, with a setting of Local On, duplicate notes will be re-transmitted to the HPD-15 and will not be played correctly. If you turn on Soft Thru (p. 79) and make connections as shown in the diagram, MIDI messages will create a loop, and the system will not play correctly.

  • Page 81: Receiving (Bulk Load)

    Receiving (Bulk Load) The HPD-15 receives data that was stored in a sequencer. Use a MIDI cable to connect the HPD-15’s MIDI IN connector to the MIDI OUT connector of the external sequencer or the other HPD-15. Set the HPD-15 play mode.

  • Page 82: Setting The Device Id

    Suppose that when data was saved via bulk dump, the HPD- 15’s Device ID was set to “17.” When re-transmitting this data back to the HPD-15, it won’t receive if the Device ID is set to something other than “17.”...

  • Page 83: Troubleshooting

    Do not shut the window of the D Beam until the patch name is displayed. If you connect the hi-hat control pedal (FD-7, optional), the HPD-15 check the position of the pedal when the power is turned on. Do not step on the pedal until the patch name is displayed.

  • Page 84: Midi-Related Problems

    Is the MIDI cable connected properly? If you wish to save a bulk dump on an external device, connect the HPD-15’s MIDI OUT/THRU connector to the external sequencer’s MIDI IN connector (p. 80). Has the “No reception of MIDI Exclusive Messages”...

  • Page 85: Restoring The Factory Settings

    Restoring the Factory Settings You can restore patch and pad settings as well as pattern data stored in the HPD-15 to the settings in effect when the unit was shipped from the factory. All data and settings in the restored part are lost. Follow the procedures described in “Bulk Dump”...

  • Page 86: Messages And Error Messages

    Data in the HPD-15’s memory is corrupted. Press [WRITE] to execute factory reset If you turned the power off when the HPD-15 is writing data into memory, the data will be damaged. Never turn the power off while the HPD-15 is executing a writing process.
  • Page 87 Messages and Error Messages Messages fig.7-17 Now Writing... KEEP POWER ON!! The HPD-15 is writing data into memory. Do not turn the power off. fig.7-18 Now Copying... KEEP POWER ON!! The HPD-15 is copying data. Do not turn the power off.

  • Page 88: About Midi

    While using only pads with the HPD-15, there is no need to have any detailed knowledge of MIDI. For those who wish to use MIDI keyboards to record patterns on the HPD-15, use it...
  • Page 89 How the Internal Sequencer Operates A sequencer is an electronic instrument used for recording and playback of performances. The HPD-15 features such a sequencer function. The HPD-15 comes with built-in performance patterns (Preset patterns) which can be used for drum practice and other purposes. You can also create your own patterns.

  • Page 90: Preset Patch List

    Preset Patch List #: Patch Change via MIDI NDIAN (Bank No.) - (Program No.) P0301 Tabla ATIN P0302 Dholak P0303 Madal P0101 Conga P0304 Dhol P0102 Bongo P0305 DrmOfIndia P0103 Timbales P0306 MadalTalan P0104 LatinToys P0307 Tabla II P0105 CONGAbongo P0308 Tabla III P0106 TimbaleMix P0309 TABLATIX...

  • Page 91: Preset Pattern List

    Preset Pattern List PlayType: Loop Cha-Cha ChaChaLite MamboBreak ComparSlow ComparFast SonMontuno Merengue Latin 6/8 Mozambique Salsa Salsa-Med Guaguanco 6/8 Groove Descarga1 Descarga2 Baion BahiaGroov Samba-Med SambaSao Slow Samba Samba-Roda SambaBasic EscolaRthm GyilliSong PotDrumPtn Djembeat 2Bt-Afro 12/8-Afro Funky Afro 7Bt-Clay 4Bt-Clay 4BtRl-Clay TurkMarch BellyDance...

  • Page 92: Instrument List

    Instrument List *M: Mute switching sound *P: Responds to positional sensing when assigned to pad A1 or A5. *D: The ribbons/D Beam will produce different tones depending on the direction of the movement of your hand when TirgMode is set to “Move” or “MovGate.” The pads can switch the sound when TrigMode is set to “Gate”...
  • Page 93 A46 JawsHarp Wow R47 Room Tom 1 A47 JawsHrp OpWo *M, *D R48 Room Tom 2 A48 Bonang R49 Brush Slp T1 A49 Gender R50 Brush Slp T2 A50 Saron R51 Electronic T A51 Angklung R52 2-Tone ElecT A52 Gamelan 1 R53 Bright ElecT A53 Gamelan 2 R54 TR-808 Tom...

  • Page 94: Pad Set Instrument List

    Instrument List Pad Set Instrument List Name Conga Conga II Bongo Timbales Paila Lo Paila Hi Giro&Cowbel Latin Perc 1 Latin Perc 2 Latin Perc 3 Agogo Cuica Surdo Pandeiro Tamborim Caixa Berimbau Space Conga 808 Latin A 808 Latin B 808 Latin C Djembe S Djembe L...

  • Page 95: Effect Type List

    Effect Type List * REVERB/DELAY Type and MULTI-FX Type are common to EZ Edit mode and Edit mode. REVERB/DELAY Type No reverb WarmRoom Room reverb featuring a milder ambiance DarkRoom Room reverb that imparts a darker mood BrightRoom Room reverb featuring a rougher, gritty feeling Club Room reverb that lends a relaxed ambiance to the sound GymStage...

  • Page 96: Demo Song List

    (Ethnic Music - contemporary music - electronics, pop music) in session and studio work. He also produces Computer Music Software and advises Roland on new musical instruments. Efrain Toro is one of the world’s most versatile drummer/percussionists, and his unique approach to rhythm and education is a musical revolution in the making.

  • Page 97: Midi Implementation

    = The value of the parameter specified by RPN. * Only the melody parts can be received. * Not recorded in the sequencer. On the normal mode of HPD-15, RPN can be used to modify the following parameters. Data entry MSB LSB...
  • Page 98 MIDI Implementation Expression (Controller number 11) Status 2nd byte 3rd byte n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - ch.16) vv = Control value: 00H - 7FH (0 - 127) * Only the pad part and the percussion parts can be received. * This is used as the data of the [LEVEL] knob.
  • Page 99 Refer to "Examples of actual MIDI messages" <Example 4> (p. 109). On the normal mode of HPD-15, RPN can be used to modify the following parameters. Regarding the value of each parameter, refer to Data Entry (Controller number 6).
  • Page 100 Data transmission HPD-15 can transmit and receive the various parameters using System Exclusive messages. The exclusive message of HPD-15's data has a model ID of 00H 2EH and a device ID of 10H (17). Device ID can be changed in HPD-15.
  • Page 101 * This is transmitted only on the channel which is assigned to the pad part and the percussion parts. * Transmitted when the HPD-15 is in play for pattern in which this message is recorded. Control Change Bank Select (Controller number 0, 32)
  • Page 102 * When the [LFO PITCH] knob is turned, the corresponding value will be transmitted. This is transmitted only on the channel which is assigned to the pad part and the percussion parts. * Transmitted when the HPD-15 is in play for pattern in which this message is recorded. Foot control (Controller number 4)
  • Page 103 This is transmitted only on the channel which is assigned to the pad part and the percussion parts. * Transmitted when the HPD-15 is in play for pattern in which this message is recorded. Sound Controller 5 (Controller number 74)
  • Page 104 All the numbers of address and size are indicated in 7-bit Hexadecimal-form. All the numbers of data are indicated in Decimal-form. Addresses marked at "#" cannot be used as starting addresses. Parameter Address Block HPD-15 (Model ID = 00H 2EH) +—————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————+ |Start | address |—————————————+———————————————————————————————————————————————————|...
  • Page 105 1-1-3 MIDI +—————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————+ |Offset | address | Size | Description |—————————————+———————————+———————————————————————————————————————| 00 00 | 000a aaaa | Melo1 MIDI Ch |—————————————+———————————+———————————————————————————————————————| 00 01 | 000a aaaa | Melo2 MIDI Ch |—————————————+———————————+———————————————————————————————————————| 00 02 | 000a aaaa | Perc1 MIDI Ch |—————————————+———————————+———————————————————————————————————————| 00 03 | 000a aaaa | Perc2 MIDI Ch |—————————————+———————————+———————————————————————————————————————|...
  • Page 106 RevSend -, RevSend +, LFO Rate, LFO Pitch, LFO Fltr, LFO Amp, LFO Pc&Rt, LFO Ft&Rt, LFO Am&Rt, MFX Ctrl1, MFX Ctrl2, MFX Ctrl3, RollSpeed, Tempo -, Tempo +, Turntable, Play/Stop (*19) D BEAM, RIBBON L, RIBBON R only Data (Value)
  • Page 107 Space D, Stereo Fln, StepFlanger, Phaser, FbackPitch, StereoDelay, Mod Delay, TimeCtrlDly, 3TapDlySht, 3TapDlyLng, 4TapDlySht, 4TapDlyLng, AdvanceRev, GateReverb 1-2-4 LFO +—————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————+ |Offset | address | Size | Description |—————————————+———————————+———————————————————————————————————————| 00 | 0000 aaaa | LFO Waveform |—————————————+———————————+———————————————————————————————————————| 01 | 0aaa aaaa | LFO Rate |—————————————+———————————+———————————————————————————————————————| 02 | 0aaa aaaa | LFO Pitch Depth |—————————————+———————————+———————————————————————————————————————|...
  • Page 108 MIDI Implementation 4. Bulk Dump Bulk Dump allows you to transmit a large amount of data at once, and is convenient for storing settings for the entire unit on a computer or sequencer. For Bulk Dump Request, you must use the Address and Size listed in the following Bulk Dump Request.
  • Page 109 Example of an Exclusive message and calculating a Checksum Roland Exclusive messages (RQ1, DT1) are transmitted with a checksum at the end (before F7) to make sure that the message was correctly received. The value of the checksum is determined by the address and data (or size) of the transmitted exclusive message.
  • Page 110 MIDI Implementation PERCUSSION SOUND MODULE (Except Sequencer Section) Model HPD-15 Function... Basic Default Channel Changed Default Mode Messages Altered Note Number : True Voice Note On Velocity Note Off After Key's Touch Channel's Pitch Bend 0, 32 Control Change 100, 101...
  • Page 111 PERCUSSION SOUND MODULE (Sequencer Section) MIDI Implementation Chart Model HPD-15 Function... Basic Default 1–16, OFF Channel Changed 1–16, OFF Default Mode 3 Mode Messages Altered ************** Note 0–127 Number : True Voice ************** Note On Velocity Note Off After Key's...

  • Page 112: Specifications

    Specifications HPD-15: HandSonic Maximum Polyphony 64 Voices Instruments Pad Instruments: 600 Backing Instruments: 54 User Patches Preset Patches Patch Chains 10 chains (32 steps per chain) Effect Type Reverb, Multi-Effects Sequencer User Patterns: 99 (Maximum) Preset Patterns: 99 Tracks: 4...

  • Page 113: Index

    Index Numerics 3-Tap Delay (3TapDlySht/3TapDlyLng) ... 50 4-Tap Delay (4TapDlySht/4TapDlyLng) ... 50 Advanced Reverb (AdvanceRev) ... 51 Algo ... 39–40 Amp Depth ... 38 APPEND ... 64 Available ... 61 BEEP ... 68 Bend Range ... 60 Bulk Dump ... 80 Bulk Load ...
  • Page 114 Index Note No..76 Overdrive ... 43 Pad ... 15 Pad Chase ... 68 Pad Data ... 25 Pad Level ... 36 Pad Note ... 60 Pad Patch Select ... 23 Pad Pattern ... 54 PAD PTN ... 54 Pad Set ...
  • Page 115 This product complies with the requirements of European Directive 89/336/EEC. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 116 Information When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as shown below. SINGAPORE AFRICA AFRICA Swee Lee Company 150 Sims Drive, EGYPT SINGAPORE 387381 TEL: 846-3676 Al Fanny Trading Office...

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