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Parameter Guide
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  • Page 1 Enter the following URL in your computer. PDF Manual (download from the Web) http://www.roland.com/manuals/ Parameter Guide This explains the effect parameters of the XPS-10 and lists the built-in sounds. Choose “XPS-10” as the product name. MIDI Implementation This is detailed information about MIDI messages.
  • Page 2 “AUDIO PAD” is designed to make backing performances easier and more effective than ever. Another strong request was that the unit be light in weight. We rethought the design of this keyboard to make it light and strong, with the result that the XPS-10 is the lightest of Roland’s 61-note keyboards.

  • Page 3: Main Features

    . More than 1,000 sounds are built in, centered mainly on sounds that are indispensable for any music scene, such as piano, organ, strings, brass, and synth. . Ethnic instruments and local instruments from around the world are provided. We have also added sounds from previous Roland products that have been recognized around the world as having gained classic status, including numerous sought-after sounds.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Restoring Saved Data from USB Flash Drive Back into the XPS-10 (RESTORE) ........33 Registering Frequently Used Tones .
  • Page 5 Manual in its entirety. This manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference. Copyright © 2014 ROLAND CORPORATION All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.

  • Page 6: Panel Descriptions

    Panel Descriptions Front Panel SOUND MODIFY page Display [CUTOFF] slider This shows information about the operation you’re performing. Adjusts the frequency (cutoff frequency) at which the filter begins to be applied. * The explanations in this manual include illustrations that depict what Increasing this value makes the sound bright;...

  • Page 7: Audio Pad

    Panel Descriptions AUDIO PAD Pitch Bend/Modulation Lever page PAD [1]–[6] You can assign an audio file to each pad, and play the files by tapping the pads. [LIST] button Displays a list of the audio files that can be assigned to the pads. [LOOP] button Pitch Bend Effect While you play the keyboard, you can tilt...

  • Page 8: Side Panel Connections

    * Carefully insert the USB flash drives all the way in—until it is firmly in place. USB COMPUTER port If you use a commercially available USB cable to connect the XPS-10’s USB COMPUTER port to a USB port of your computer, you’ll be able to produce and edit music using MIDI-compatible software.

  • Page 9: Getting Ready

    Getting Ready Placing the XPS-10 on a Stand If you want to place the XPS-10 on a stand, use the Roland KS-18Z. Be careful not to pinch your fingers when setting up the stand. Place the instrument on the stand as follows.

  • Page 10: Playing The Demo Songs (Demo Play)

    Getting Ready Playing the Demo Songs (DEMO PLAY) Here’s how to listen to the demo songs that are built into the XPS-10. Press the [MENU] button. <MENU> [ENT] SYSTEM Use the CURSOR [ K ] [ J ] buttons to select “DEMO PLAY,”...

  • Page 11: Getting Acquainted With The Xps-10

    Assigning audio files to the keyboard It can also play rhythm patterns in a variety of styles. Audio files (WAV format only) can be imported into the XPS-10 itself and You can play along on the keyboard accompanied by the audio file or assigned to the keyboard so that you can play them.

  • Page 12: Editing A Value

    10 VERSION INFO Use the CURSOR [ K ] [ J ] buttons to move the cursor to the View version information for the XPS-10. p. 34 number that you want to change. Press the [FAVORITE/NUMERIC] button twice to make the button blink.

  • Page 13: Using A Usb Flash Drive

    * The USB flash drive may become warm, but this is not a malfunction. About a USB flash drive In order to use a USB flash drive with the XPS-10, format it on the XPS-10 to Audio files that can be played create the necessary folders (p.

  • Page 14: Playing The Xps-10

    Playing the XPS-10 Playing two layered sounds (Dual) Selecting Sounds 001:Temp Perform Playing a Single Tone (PATCH MODE) Bs085 Pf001 Use the “Dual” function when you want to play two tones layered. Pf001 For example, you might use this to play a piano tone layered with a strings tone.

  • Page 15: Invoking Registered Tones

    Playing the XPS-10 Invoking Registered Tones Playing with a Different Tone for Each Hand (SPLIT) Press the [FAVORITE/NUMERIC] button so it’s lit. Now you can press one of the buttons [0] to [9] to switch to a Favorite. The “Split” function enables you to play with a different tone for each hand.

  • Page 16: Adjusting The Volume Of The Parts In Split/Dual Mode

    “Arpeggio” is a playing style where you play the individual notes of a chord separately. If you use XPS-10’s Arpeggio function, you just have to play the Press the OCTAVE [DOWN] or [UP] button. chords to play arpeggios according to their component notes.
  • Page 17 Playing the XPS-10 Parameter Value Explanation Parameter Value Explanation CURSOR [ K ] [ J ] CURSOR [ K ] [ J ] VALUE [-] [+] VALUE [-] [+] (Arpeggio This selects the arpeggio’s basic performance You can adjust the amount (“spread”) of this 001–128...

  • Page 18: Playing Multiple Sounds Simultaneously (Performance Mode)

    Dual or Split (p. 14). If you’ve edited the Dual or Split settings (such as the sounds that are used), Press the [PERFORM] button to make it light; the XPS-10 is you can save the edited settings in [PERFORM] button numbers 501 in Performance mode.

  • Page 19: Using The Sliders To Modify The Sound (Sound Modify)

    For some sounds, the knobs may not have an effect. release the key On the XPS-10, you can use the two ENVELOPE sliders to adjust the A Modifying the tonal character (Attack) and R (Release) times of the currently selected tone.

  • Page 20: Chorus] Slider

    Playing the XPS-10 Adding spaciousness and reverberation Adjusting the AUDIO PAD volume [CHORUS] slider [AUDIO PAD] slider This adds spaciousness and depth to the sound. Adjusts the volume of the AUDIO PAD section (rhythm pattern). Increasing the value deepens the chorus; decreasing the value decreases the chorus depth.

  • Page 21: Creating An Original Scale

    Playing the XPS-10 Creating an Original Scale Recalling a User Scale Here’s how to recall a user scale. You can adjust the pitch of each note from C through B in units of one cent. The pitch you specify for each note is applied to that note for all octaves.

  • Page 22: Importing A Sound And Playing It On The Keyboard (Sample Import)

    Importing a Sound and Playing it on the Keyboard (SAMPLE IMPORT) Here’s how to import an audio file (44.1 kHz, 16 bit, WAV format only) into the XPS-10. The imported audio data is called a “sample. ” You can assign a sample to the keyboard and play it. In Performance mode, you can assign up to 16 audio files (16 parts).

  • Page 23: Recalling A Sample

    Importing a Sound and Playing it on the Keyboard (SAMPLE IMPORT) *1 The length of the imported sample is calculated, and the position of Recalling a Sample each point is shown as a time (units: milliseconds). Use the VALUE [-] [+] buttons to adjust the value in steps of one millisecond.

  • Page 24: Saving A Performance

    (Part3) (Part4) If the key range overlaps between parts, those keys will play both sounds. You can recall a saved performance by using the XPS-10’s [PERFORM] button. Saving a Performance A performance you’ve edited is temporary; it disappears if you turn off the power or select another performance.

  • Page 25: Editing Sounds

    Editing Sounds Editing Patch Settings (PATCH EDIT) Editing Performance Settings (PERFORMANCE EDIT) Use the tone buttons to select the patch that you want to edit. Press the [PERFORM] button, and select the performance Press the [MENU] button. that you want to edit or select 016: Init Perform. The Menu screen appears.

  • Page 26: Editing Effect Settings (Effects Edit)

    Use the [SHIFT] + CURSOR [ K ] [ J ] buttons to switch between effects. between a major third and a minor third. On the XPS-10, you can use Arabian . The lower line shows the parameters. Use the CURSOR [ K ] [ J ] buttons temperament in the three keys of G, C and F.

  • Page 27: Saving Patch Or Performance Settings (Write)

    (ON) or not used (OFF). (WRITE) button. SWITCH (MFX * This setting is common to OFF, ON 1–3 switch) the entire XPS-10. The WRITE screen appears. * This setting cannot be MEMO saved. Selects the types of This screen is not shown in Patch mode.

  • Page 28: Using Audio Pad

    Playing Audio Files drums or percussion. The XPS-10 contains rhythm patterns for a wide range of styles. It’s easy to play back these rhythm patterns while you play along on the keyboard. Audio files assigned to the pads can be played as sound effects, or as backing tracks to accompany your live performance.

  • Page 29: Using The Pads

    This applies a +/- six in separate folders, and assign each group as needed. adjustment, with the * The XPS-10 itself does not provide a way for you to change how audio center of the slider Adjusting the End Point Initially files are assigned to the pads.

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Audio Play Volume

    Using AUDIO PAD Adjusting the Audio Play Volume Use the [AUDIO PAD] slider to adjust the volume. <AUDIO LEVEL> Value: 1–127 Press the [EXIT] button to return to the previous screen. The “AUDIO LEVEL” value shown when you make the adjustment described above is lost when you turn off the power.

  • Page 31: Other Settings

    VALUE [-] [+] LCD Contrast 1–10 Adjusts the contrast of the display. Auto Off OFF, 30, 240 [min] Specifies the time from when you stop operating the XPS-10 until the power turns off automatically. BRAZIL, CHINA, INDIA, INDONESIA, ISRAEL, KOREA,...

  • Page 32: You’re

    (keyboard, pitch bend/modulation lever, buttons, sliders, pedal, 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 XPS-10 to only control DAW software on your computer. Patch Rx/Tx Ch 1–16...

  • Page 33: Backing Up Or Initializing Data (Utility)

    When you’ve finished specifying the name, press the (FACTORY RESET) [ENTER] button. The following screen appears. You can return all of the XPS-10’s settings to the state they were in when the instrument was shipped from the factory (Factory Reset.) Backup ? NOTE...

  • Page 34: Initializing Usb Flash Drive (Usb Mem Format)

    Use the CURSOR [ K ] [ J ] buttons to select “FACTORY Viewing the Version (VERSION INFO) RESET,” and press the [ENTER] button. The following screen appears. Here’s how to view the version of the XPS-10’s software. Factory Reset ? Press the [MENU] button. [ENT]:Y [EXIT]:N The Menu screen will appear.

  • Page 35: Connecting To Your Computer Via Usb

    Specifying the USB Driver Using Your Computer for Music Production Here’s how to specify the USB driver that will be used when the XPS-10 is connected to your computer via the USB COMPUTER connector. NOTE If you use a commercially available USB cable to connect the XPS-10’s side panel USB COMPUTER port to a USB connector on your computer, you’ll be...

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If the XPS-10 does not function in the way you expect, first check the following points. If this does not resolve the problem, consult your dealer or a nearby Roland Service Station. If any sort of message is being displayed on the screen during an operation, refer to “Error Messages” (p. 38).
  • Page 37 Audio files with a sample rate other than 44.1 kHz cannot be played by the XPS-10. Audio files do not play It may be that the type of the audio file is different than the file types that can be played by the XPS-10. It may be that the audio file is damaged.

  • Page 38: Error Messages

    Delete unneeded samples (p. 24). Can’t import an audio file The file is in a format that the XPS-10 cannot import. The XPS-10 can import the following files. 44.1 kHz, 16-bit, WAV format Is the file located in the IMPORT folder of the USB flash drive? Error Messages If an incorrect operation is performed, or if processing could not be performed as you specified, an error message will appear.

  • Page 39: Effects List

    Effects List Multi-Effects (MFX1–3, MFX) The multi-effects feature 78 different kinds of effects. Some of the effects consist of two or more different effects connected in series. For details on the parameters of each effect, refer to “Parameter Guide PDF. ” LO-FI (5 types) FILTER (10 types) LoFiNoise (LOFI NOISE)

  • Page 40: Specifications

    USB Flash Memory * Use USB Flash Memory sold by Roland. We cannot guarantee operation if other products are used. * In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice.

  • Page 41: Index

    Index [ L ] button ......[SAMPLE] button ..... SAMPLE EDIT .

  • Page 42: Using The Unit Safely

    Otherwise, you risk causing malfunction. Roland Service Center, or an authorized Use only the supplied AC adaptor and the correct Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” when: voltage Do not repair or replace parts by yourself • The AC adaptor or the power cord has been Be sure to use only the AC adaptor damaged;...
  • Page 43 (KS-18Z) the power plug from the outlet Before using the unit in overseas, consult manufactured by Roland. If used in If the power plug is not removed from the with your retailer, the nearest Roland combination with other stands, you risk outlet, you risk receiving an electric shock.

  • Page 44: Important Notes

    Excessive heat can deform or discolor the unit. • Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display. • Roland is an either registered trademark or trademark of Roland Corporation in the United • When moved from one location to another where States and/or other countries.
  • Page 45 Information When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as shown below. AFRICA EUROPE THAILAND GUATEMALA POLAND IRAN Theera Music Co. , Ltd. Casa Instrumental ROLAND POLSKA SP. Z O.O.
  • Page 46 For EU Countries For China...

  • Page 47: Declaration Of Conformity

    DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Compliance Information Statement Model Name : XPS-10 Type of Equipment : Synthesizer Responsible Party : Roland Corporation U.S. Address : 5100 S. Eastern Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90040-2938 Telephone : (323) 890-3700 For the USA FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION...

  • Page 48: List Of Shortcut Keys

    List of Shortcut Keys “[A]+[B]” indicates the operation of “holding down the [A] button and pressing the [B] button. ” Shortcut Explanation Page General shortcuts [SHIFT] + VALUE [-] [+] Makes the value change more greatly. p. 12 This takes you to the Perform Edit screen if the cursor is located at the Perform number in the screen, [SHIFT] + CURSOR [ J ] or to the Tone Edit screen if the cursor is located at the Tone number.

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