Roland DP-990 User Manual
Play various sounds
The DP-990 contains more than three hundred sounds for you to enjoy playing.
p. 27
Adjust the keyboard touch
You can adjust the keyboard touch sensitivity to suit your own playing strength.
Change the tuning of the keyboard
You can use the “Keyboard Transpose” function to transpose the pitch of the keyboard.
You can also change the temperament to play Baroque music and other classical music
using historically correct tunings (p. 70).
Play duets
You can divide the keyboard into left and right regions and play them as though there
were two pianos.
Use the metronome
You can perform while listening to a metronome.
Adjust the brightness of the sound
The DP-990 makes it easy for you to adjust the brightness of the sound.
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Make the sound deeper
You can produce the natural resonance and spaciousness that is characteristic of
a grand piano.
Make the sound more lively
You can make the sound clearer and more lively.
Add reverberation to the sound
You can add reverberation (reverb) to simulate the sensation of playing in a concert hall.
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p. 31
Play back the demo songs
The DP-990 contains seven demo songs for each sound.
p. 24
Play back the internal songs
The DP-990 contains 65 piano songs.
For the titles of the internal songs, refer to “Internal song list” (p. 97).
Play back parts separately
You can choose to have the right hand, left hand, or accompaniment part be played
back while you practice a different part.
Play back songs from a CD
By connecting a commercially available USB-compatible CD drive, you can use the
DP-990 to play back commercial music CDs or CD-ROMs that contain SMF music data.
p. 42
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p. 23
Record your own performances
It’s easy to record what you play. Such recordings give you an opportunity to
evaluate your own performances. You can also record each hand separately.
p. 51
Save your performances
Songs you record can be saved in internal memory, USB memory (sold separately),
or on a floppy disk (sold separately).
Disable the panel buttons
You can enable Panel Lock so that the buttons will be inoperable. This is a convenient
way to prevent unintended changes in settings while you’re performing.
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Introduction
Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the DP-990. To ensure that you obtain
the maximum enjoyment and take full advantage of the DP-990’s functionality, please
read this owner’s manual carefully.
About the Manual
You should first read the “Before You Play” section of the owner’s manual (this
document). This explains how to connect the AC adaptor and turn on the power.
This owner’s manual explains everything from basic operations that use the DP-990’s
playback functions to more advanced operations, such as using the DP-990 to record a
song.
Conventions in this Manual
In order to explain the operations as clearly as possible, this manual uses the following
conventions.
• Text enclosed in square brackets [ ] indicates the name of a button or a knob, such as the
[Piano] button.
• Lines that begin with or an asterisk * are cautionary statements that you must be sure
to read.
• The numbers of pages that you can turn to for additional, related information are given like
this: (p. **).
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 8), and
“Important Notes” (p. 11). 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.
NOTE
Copyright © 2007 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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Main Features
Piano sounds with rich resonance and wide expressive range
This instrument features a piano sound generator that utilizes stereo sampling, so it is
capable of faithfully recreating the sound of a high-quality concert grand piano,
realistically reproducing even the finest details, including the sound of the hammers
striking the strings. With a maximum polyphony of 128 notes, it has ample capability
even for performances that make full use of pedaling.
More than three hundred different sounds covering not only piano but a wide range of
instruments are built-in. You can also play drum sets from the keyboard.
The playing feel of a grand piano
The Progressive Hammer Action II (PHA II) action gives you a weighty playing feel in the
low register while becoming lighter in the high register, replicating the authentic feel of
a piano. The distinctive sense of click (escapement) that you experience when softly
playing a piano note is also accurately simulated, ensuring a high degree of playability.
The pedal position is detected smoothly, allowing you to vary the effect by the changing
the depth to which you press the pedal. You can take advantage of the way in which
subtle differences in pedaling will affect the sound.
Introduction
Compact Design
The simple design is at home both in the living room as well as in the children’s room.
When its lid (which descends slowly and smoothly) is closed, the instrument presents a
clean, flat look.
And its compact design, with a depth of only about 1 feet, allows it to fit in perfectly with
other furniture.
The versatile functionality you expect from a digital piano
Replicating the ambience of a concert hall
In addition to a high-quality reverb effect, these instruments also feature a 3D Sound
Control function, which replicates the spatial depth of a full concert grand piano, and a
Dynamic Sound Control function, which enhances the consistency and power of the
sound. Even when performing through headphones, you can use these effects to enjoy
sounds with superb presence.
Convenient functions to help you practice, and built-in piano songs with
accompaniment
A metronome function, a three-track recorder, and internal preset songs with orchestral
accompaniment, making this electronic piano an excellent choice for piano lessons.
Performing and saving data
The data you’ve recorded using the recorder can be saved using a separately sold floppy
disk drive or USB memory. In addition to a floppy disk drive or USB memory, you can
also connect a commercially available USB-type CD drive and play back SMF music
data, music CDs, or audio files. SMF music data from USB memory, a floppy disk, or CDROM can also be saved in internal memory.
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Contents
Introduction ................................................ 4
About the Manual.......................................................4
Conventions in this Manual......................................4
Main Features ............................................................5
USING THE UNIT SAFELY ............................. 8
Important Notes........................................ 11
Names of Things and What They Do .......... 14
Front Panel ..............................................................14
Rear Panel ...............................................................16
Bottom Panel (Front Left) ............................................17
Bottom Panel (Front Right) ..........................................17
Before You Play ........................................ 18
Getting Ready to Play ...............................................18
Connecting the Pedal Cord....................................18
Connecting the AC Adaptor...................................18
Opening and Closing the Lid .................................19
Turning the Power On/Off.........................................20
Adjusting the Sound’s Volume and Brilliance................20
About the Pedals ......................................................21
Listening through Headphones....................................21
Using the Headphone Hook...................................22
Using External Memory .............................................22
Connecting USB Memory (sold separately) ..............22
Installing the Floppy Disk Drive (sold separately).......22
Using CD.................................................................23
Connecting a CD Drive (sold separately) .................23
Installing the CD Drive Holder (sold separately)........23
Listening to Demo Songs............................ 24
Listening to the Tone Demo Songs...............................24
Listening to the Piano Sound Demo Songs................25
Dividing the Keyboard for Two-person Performance
(Twin Piano)............................................................ 33
Changing the Way in Which the Sound is Heard
(Twin Piano Mode) .............................................. 34
Performing With Two Layered Tones (Dual Play)........... 35
Changing the Tone Variations................................ 36
Changing the Volume Balance for Dual Play............36
Performing with Different Tones in the Left and
Right Sides of the Keyboard (Split Play).......................37
Switching Tone Groups and Tone Variations............ 38
Changing the Keyboard’s Split Point....................... 38
Performing with the Metronome.................................. 39
Changing the Tempo ............................................39
Changing the Beat ...............................................40
Changing the Volume ........................................... 41
Sounding a Count to Keep your Timing Accurate.......... 41
Playing Back Songs ...................................42
Listening to Songs..................................................... 42
Playing Back All Songs Continuously (All Song Play)..... 45
Listening to Each Part Separately................................ 46
Determining the Volume of a Muted Part .................47
Changing the Song Playback Volume .........................47
Adjusting the Volume of the Audio Files and
Music CDs........................................................... 47
Changing the Tempo of a Song .................................48
Playing Back at a Fixed Tempo (Tempo Mute)..........48
Changing the Key of the Song Playback
(Playback Transpose) ................................................ 49
Minimizing the Center Sounds in the Playback
(Center Cancel)........................................................50
Recording.................................................. 51
Recording Your Keyboard Performance.......................52
Recording Your Performance Separately for Each Hand 54
Recording Your Playing Along with a Song .................57
Erasing Recorded Performances .................................59
Performing................................................ 27
Performing with a Variety of Sounds ...........................27
Adjusting the Keyboard Sensitivity (Key Touch).............28
Adding Spatial Depth to the Sound (3D Sound Control).29
Adding Liveliness to the Sound
(Dynamics Sound Control) ........................................30
Adding Reverberation to Sounds (Reverb Effect) ...........31
Changing the Depth of Reverb Effect....................... 31
Changing the Key of the Keyboard (Key Transpose)......32
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Saving Your Performance ..........................60
Initializing the Memory..............................................60
Saving the Songs......................................................62
Deleting a Song ....................................................... 64
Various Settings ........................................66
Basic Operation in Function Mode .............................66
Changing How Grand Space is Applied (3D Mode).67
Keyboard Settings ....................................................68
Contents
Specifying What the Key Transpose Will Affect
(Transpose Mode).................................................68
Changing the Pitch of the Tone in Octave Steps
(Octave Shift).......................................................68
Changing the Timing of Sounds According to the Force
Used to Press the Keys (Hammer Response)..............68
Pedal Settings ..........................................................69
Changing How the Damper Pedal Effects Is Applied
(Damper Pedal Part)..............................................69
Changing How the Pedals Work (Center/Left Pedal
Function) .............................................................69
Tuning Settings.........................................................70
Matching the Pitch with Other Instruments
(Master Tuning) ....................................................70
Adjusting the Tuning (Temperament)........................70
Stretched Tuning...................................................71
Sound-related Settings...............................................72
Producing Sympathetic Resonance When You Press the
Damper Pedal (Damper Resonance)........................72
Producing the Resonance of the Strings When the Keys
Are Played
(String Resonance)................................................72
Playing Sounds When the Keys Are Released
(Key Off Resonance) .............................................72
Metronome Settings ..................................................73
Changing the Sound of the Metronome
(Metronome Sound) ..............................................73
Count-down Setting...................................................73
Sounding a Count Before the Melody Begins
(Countdown)........................................................73
Selecting the Count-down Sound
(Countdown Sound) ..............................................73
Selecting the Part that Will Begin the Count-down
(Countdown Part)..................................................74
Song Playback Settings .............................................74
Switching the Part that Will be Muted When You
Press the [Accomp] Button (Accomp Track)...............74
MIDI Settings............................................................75
Preventing Doubled Notes When Connected to a
Sequencer (Local Control)......................................75
MIDI Transmit Channel Settings
(MIDI Transmit Channel) ........................................76
Sending Recorded Performance Data to a MIDI Device
(Composer MIDI Out)............................................76
Other Settings .......................................................... 77
Using the V-LINK Function (V-LINK)..........................77
Changing the External Memory Setting
(External Memory Mode).......................................78
Adjusting the Volume (Master Gain)........................78
Changing the Parts Assigned to the Track Buttons
During SMF Playback (Track Assign)....................... 79
Switching VIMA TUNES Recommended Tones
(Recommended Tone)............................................79
Remembering the Settings (Memory Backup)................80
Restoring the Settings to the Factory Condition
(Factory Reset)..........................................................80
Disabling the Buttons (Panel Lock)...............................81
Connecting to Other Devices ......................82
Connecting to Audio Equipment ................................. 82
Connecting Speakers to the DP-990 and Outputting
Sounds................................................................ 82
Playing Sounds of an Audio Device through
the DP-990 .......................................................... 83
Connecting to MIDI Devices.......................................84
Connecting the Roland MT Series
(MIDI Sequencer) to the DP-990 ............................. 84
Producing Sounds from a MIDI Sound Module
by Playing the DP-990 ..........................................84
Connecting a Computer ............................................ 85
Troubleshooting......................................... 86
Error Messages.......................................... 89
Tone List....................................................90
Internal Song List ....................................... 97
Parameters Stored in Memory Backup........ 98
Music Files That the DP-990 Can Use ..........99
MIDI Implementation Chart ......................100
Main Specifications..................................101
Index ...................................................... 103
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USING THE UNIT SAFELY
Used for instructions intended to alert the
user to the risk of death or severe injury
should the unit be used improperly.
Used for instructions intended to alert the
user to the risk of injury or material
damage should the unit be used
improperly.
* Material damage refers to damage or
other adverse effects caused with
respect to the home and all its
furnishings, as well to domestic animals
or pets.
Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual.
......................................................................................
Do not disassemble or modify
Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or its
AC adaptor.
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Do not repair or replace parts
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.
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Do not use or store in the following types of
locations
• Locations of extremely high temperature (such as
in direct sunlight, near heating equipment, or on
a device that generates heat)
• Near moisture (such as in a bathroom, near a
sink, or on a wet floor) or in locations of high
humidity
• Locations exposed to rain
• Locations of excessive dust
• Locations subject to heavy vibration
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Do not place in an unstable location
Do not place this device on an unstable stand or a
tilted surface. You must place it in a stable and
level location.
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The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or
warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is
determined by the design contained within the triangle.
In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general
cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.
The symbol alerts the user to items that must never
be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that
must not be done is indicated by the design contained
within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it
means that the unit must never be disassembled.
The ● symbol alerts the user to things that must be
carried out. The specific thing that must be done is
indicated by the design contained within the circle. In
the case of the symbol at left, it means that the powercord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
Connect the AC adaptor to an outlet of the correct
voltage
Be sure to use only the AC adaptor supplied with
the unit. Also, make sure the line voltage at the
installation matches the input voltage specified on
the AC adaptor’s body. Other AC adaptors may
use a different polarity, or be designed for a
different voltage, so their use could result in
damage, malfunction, or electric shock
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Use only the included power cord
You must use only the power cord included with the
device. Do not use the included power cord with
any other device.
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Do not bend the power cord or place heavy objects
on it
Do not bend the power cord excessively, or place
heavy objects on the power cord. Doing so will
damage the power cord, and may cause short
circuits or faulty connections, possibly resulting in
fire or electrical shock.
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Do not share an outlet with an unreasonable
number of other devices
Do not connect excessive numbers of electrical
devices to a single power outlet. In particular,
when using a power strip, exceeding the rated
capacity (watts/amps) of the power strip may
cause heat to be generated, possibly melting the
cable.
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Avoid extended use at high volume
This device, either by itself or used in conjunction
with headphones, amps, and/or speakers, is
capable of producing volume levels that can cause
permanent hearing damage. If you experience
impaired hearing or ringing in your ears, immediately stop using the device and consult a medical
specialist.
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Do not insert foreign objects
Never allow foreign objects (flammable objects,
coins, wires, etc.) to enter this device.
This can cause short circuits or other malfunctions.
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Turn off the power if an abnormality or
malfunction occurs
Immediately turn the power off, remove the AC
adaptor from the outlet, and contact your dealer or
a service center to have the device serviced.
• The AC adaptor, the power-supply cord, or the
plug has been damaged
• The device produces smoke or an unusual smell
• A foreign object enters the device, or liquid
spills into the device
• The device becomes wet (by rain, etc.)
• An abnormality or malfunction occurs in the device
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Do not allow children to use without supervision
In households with children, take particular care
against tampering. If children are to use this device,
they must be supervised or guided by an adult.
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Do not drop or subject to strong impact
Do not drop this device or subject it to strong
impact.
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Do not use overseas
If you wish to use this device overseas, please
contact your dealer or a service center.
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Do not use a CD-ROM in an audio CD player or
DVD player
If you attempt to play back a CD-ROM in a conventional
audio CD player or DVD player, the resulting high
volume may damage your hearing or your speakers.
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USING THE UNIT SAFELY
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USING THE UNIT SAFELY
Place in a well ventilated location
When using this device and AC adaptor, ensure
that it is placed in a well ventilated location.
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Grasp the plug when connecting or disconnecting
the power cord
Always grasp only the plug on the AC adaptor
cord when plugging into, or unplugging from, an
outlet or this unit.
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Periodically wipe the dust off the AC adaptor plug
At regular intervals, you should unplug the AC
adaptor and clean it by using a dry cloth to wipe
all dust and other accumulations away from its
prongs. Also, disconnect the power plug from the
power outlet whenever the unit is to remain unused
for an extended period of time. Any accumulation
of dust between the power plug and the power
outlet can result in poor insulation and lead to fire.
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Manage cables for safety
Ensure that the connected cables are organized
and managed in a safe manner. In particular,
place the cables out of reach of children.
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Do not stand or place heavy objects on this device
Do not stand on this device, or place heavy objects
on it.
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Do not connect or disconnect the AC adaptor with
wet hands
Never handle the AC adaptor or its plugs with wet
hands when plugging into, or unplugging from, an
outlet or this unit.
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Cautions when moving this device
When moving this device, please check the
following cautions. Then, make sure that at least
two persons work together in lifting and carrying
the device, all the while making sure to keep it
level. When doing so, be careful not to pinch your
hands or drop the device on your feet.
• Make sure that the screws that hold together the
stand have not become loose. If any are loose,
tighten them firmly.
• Disconnect the power cord.
• Disconnect external devices.
• Spread a piece of cloth between the keyboard
and the lid (music stand) before you close the
lid.
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Unplug the AC adaptor from the AC outlet before
cleaning
Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and
unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet (p. 18).
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If there is a possibility of lightning strike,
disconnect the AC adaptor from the AC outlet
Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning in
your area, disconnect the AC adaptor from the
outlet.
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Cautions when opening/closing the lid
Be careful when opening/closing the lid so you do not
get your fingers pinched (p. 19). Adult supervision is
recommended whenever small children use the unit.
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Keep small items out of the reach of children
To prevent small items such as the following from
being swallowed accidentally, keep them out of the
reach of children.
• Included items
• Stand assembly screws
• Stand support fixture screws
• Cord clamp
• Wing nut for headphone hook
• Removed parts
• Volume knob
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Beware of burns
The area around the DC In jack and the cable
hook on the rear panel will reach a high temperature; be careful to avoid burning yourself.
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Important Notes
In addition to the “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” listed on page 8, please observe the following cautions.
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. If it is not practical to use a separate electrical outlet,
please connect this device via a power supply noise filter.
• The AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after long
hours of consecutive use. This is normal, and is not a cause
for concern.
• Before you make connections, you must switch off the power
on all devices to prevent malfunction and/or speaker damage.
Location
• If this device is placed near devices that contain large
transformers, such as power amps, hum may be induced in
this device. If this occurs, move this device farther away or
change its orientation.
• If this device is operated near a television or radio, color
distortion may be seen in the television screen or noise may
be heard from the radio. If this occurs, move this device
farther away.
• Keep your cell phone powered off or at a sufficient distance
from this device. If a cell phone is nearby, noise may be
heard when a call is received or initiated, or during
conversation.
• Do not leave this device in direct sunlight, near devices that
produce heat, or in a closed-up automobile. Do not allow
illumination devices operated in close proximity (such as a
piano light) or powerful spotlights to shine on the same
location on this device for an extended time. This can cause
deformation or color change.
• If you move this device between locations of radically different
temperature or humidity, water droplets (condensation) may
form inside the device. Using the device in this condition will
cause malfunctions, so please allow several hours for the
condensation to disappear before you use the device.
• Do not allow items made of rubber or vinyl to remain on
top of this device for an extended time. This can cause
deformation or color change.
• Do not leave objects on top of the keyboard. This can
cause malfunctions such as failure to sound.
• Do not affix adhesive labels to this device. The exterior
finish may be damaged when you remove the labels.
• Depending on the material and temperature of the surface
on which you place the unit, its rubber feet may discolor or
mar the surface.
You can place a piece of felt or cloth under the rubber feet
to prevent this from happening. If you do so, please make
sure that the unit will not slip or move accidentally.
Care
• For everyday care, wipe with a soft, dry cloth, or use a
moistened, tightly wrung-out cloth to remove dirt. Wooden
parts must be wiped in the direction of the grain, applying
equal pressure to the entire part. Forcefully scrubbing the
same location repeatedly may damage the finish.
Part of the finish may adhere to the wiping cloth, but this
will not affect the finish.
• Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, or alcohol,
since these can cause deformation or color change.
Servicing
• If you return this device for servicing, the contents of
memory may be lost. Please store important contents on
USB memory, or make a note of the contents. We take
utmost care to preserve the contents of memory when
performing service, but there may be cases when the stored
content cannot be recovered because the memory section
has malfunctioned. Please be aware that we cannot accept
responsibility for the recovery of lost memory content or for
any consequences of such loss.
Other Cautions
• Stored content may be lost due to a malfunction of the
device or because of inadvertent operation. You should
back up important content on USB memory as a safeguard
against such loss
• We cannot accept responsibility for the recovery of any
content lost from internal memory or USB memory, or for
the consequences of such loss.
• Do not apply excessive force to the buttons, knobs, or
input/output jacks, since this may cause malfunctions.
• When connecting or disconnecting cables, grasp the plug
(not the cable) to prevent short circuits or broken
connections.
• Please enjoy your music in ways that do not inconvenience
other people nearby, and pay particular attention to the
volume at nighttime. Using headphones will allow you to
enjoy music without having to be concerned about others.
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Important Notes
• When you need to transport the unit, package it in the box
(including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise,
you will need to use equivalent packaging materials.
• If using the music rest, do not apply excessive force to it.
• Some connection cables contain a resistor. Do not connect
such cables to this device. Doing so may make the volume
extremely low or inaudible. Please use connection cables
not containing a resistor.
• Do not insert your finger into the bass reflex port (hole) of
the speaker box. The edge of the wood may injure you.
• Never insert foreign objects (flammable material, coins,
wire, etc.) into the bass reflex port (hole) of the speaker
box. Doing so may cause damage or malfunctions.
Floppy Disk Handling
(Using Optional Floppy Disk Drive)
• Floppy disks contain a plastic disk with a thin coating of
magnetic storage medium. Microscopic precision is
required to enable storage of large amounts of data on
such a small surface area. To preserve their integrity,
please observe the following when handling floppy disks:
• Never touch the magnetic medium inside the disk.
• Do not use or store floppy disks in dirty or dusty areas.
• Do not subject floppy disks to temperature extremes
(e.g., direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle).
Recommended temperature range: 10–50 degrees C
(50–122 degrees F).
• Do not expose floppy disks to strong magnetic fields,
such as those generated by loudspeakers.
• Floppy disks have a “write protect” tab which can protect
the disk from accidental erasure. It is recommended that the
tab be kept in the PROTECT position, and moved to the
WRITE position only when you wish to write new data onto
the disk.
fig.DiskProtect.e.eps
Rear side of the disk
Write
(can write new data onto disk)
Write Protect Tab
• The identification label should be firmly affixed to the disk.
Should the label come loose while the disk is in the drive, it
may be difficult to remove the disk.
• Store all disks in a safe place to avoid damaging them, and
to protect them from dust, dirt, and other hazards. By using
a dirty or dust-ridden disk, you risk damaging the disk, as
well as causing the disk drive to malfunction.
Protect
(prevents writing to disk)
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Important Notes
USB Memory Handling
• When connecting USB memory, firmly insert it all the way
in.
• Do not touch the pins of the USB memory connector, or
allow them to become dirty.
• USB memory is made using high-precision electronic
components, so please observe the following points when
handling it.
• To prevent damage from static electrical charges,
discharge any static electricity that might be present in
your body before handling USB memory.
• Do not touch the terminals with your fingers or any metal
object.
• Do not bend or drop USB memory, or subject it to strong
impact.
• Do not leave USB memory in direct sunlight or in
locations such as a closed-up automobile. (Storage
temperature: 0–50 degrees C)
• Do not allow USB memory to become wet.
• Do not disassemble or modify USB memory.
• When connecting USB memory, position it horizontally with
the external memory connector and insert it without using
excessive force. The external memory connector may be
damaged if you use excessive force when inserting USB
memory.
• Do not insert anything other than USB memory (e.g., wire,
coins, other types of device) into the external memory
connector. Doing so will damage the external memory
connector.
• Do not apply excessive force to the connected USB
memory.
• If you will not be using USB memory for an extended period
of time, close the USB memory cover.
Handling the CDs (CD-ROMs)
• When handling the discs, please observe the following.
• Do not touch the encoded surface of the disc.
• Do not use in dusty areas.
• Do not leave the disc in direct sunlight or an enclosed
vehicle.
• Avoid touching or scratching the shiny underside (encoded
surface) of the disc. Damaged or dirty CD-ROM discs may
not be read properly. Keep your discs clean using a
commercially available CD cleaner.
• Keep the disc in the case.
• Do not keep the disc in the CD drive for a long time.
• Do not put a sticker on the label of the disc.
• Wipe the disc with a soft and dry cloth radially from inside
to outside. Do not wipe along circumference.
• Do not use benzine, record cleaner spray or solvents of any
kind.
• Do not bend the disc. Bending discs may prevent proper
reading and writing of data, and may further result in
malfunction.
* GS ( ) is a registered trademark of Roland
Corporation.
* XG lite ( ) is a registered trademark of Yamaha
Corporation.
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Names of Things and What They Do
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Front Panel
1
[Power] switch
Turns the power on/off (p. 20).
2
[Volume] knob
Adjusts the overall volume of the DP-990 (p. 20).
If headphones are connected, this adjusts the
headphone volume (p. 21).
3
[Brilliance] button
Adjusts the tone brightness (p. 20).
You can also set a number of different functions when
this button and the [3D] button are held down (p. 66).
4
[3D] button
Adds a sense of depth to the sound (p. 29).
By holding down this button and pressing the [Reverb]
button to change the setting, you can make the sound
more expressive (p. 30).
6
[Transpose] button
Transposes the keyboard and/or song (p. 32).
By holding down this button and pressing the [Split]
button, you can adjust the volume balance between the
two sounds when using Dual performance (p. 36).
7
[Split] button
Divides the keyboard into right-hand and left-hand
areas, allowing you to play a different sound in each
area (p. 37).
8
[Twin Piano] button
Divides the keyboard into two separate sections,
allowing two people to perform in the same registers (p.
33).
9
TONE buttons
Here you can select the sound (tone group) you’ll hear
when you play the keyboard (p. 27).
5
[Reverb] button
Adds reverberation similar to what you would hear
when performing in a concert hall (p. 31).
Disabling the panel buttons
By using the Panel Lock function you can disable all of the buttons. This allows you to prevent unintended changes in
the settings during a performance. For details, refer to “Disabling the Buttons (Panel Lock)” (p. 81).
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10
[Metronome/Count In] button
Turns the metronome on/off (p. 39).
This also lets you sound a count before the song begins,
so that you can match the timing of your playing to the
song (p. 41).
11
[Tempo/Beat] button
Here you can adjust the tempo and beat of the
metronome (p. 39).
12
Display
This shows the sound number, song number, tempo, time
signature, and the value of various settings.
13
[Int Song/Ext Song] button
This lets you select the song to play back (p. 42).
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[ ] (+) button
You can select the next song by pressing this button
while the song select screen is displayed (p. 42).
If you hold down this button while a song is playing, the
song will be fast-forwarded (p. 43).
Use this button to select variations of the sound you’re
playing on the keyboard (p. 27).
This button is also used to edit various values.
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[ ] (Play/Stop) button
Use this button to play/stop an internal preset song or a
song you’ve recorded (p. 42).
This button is also used to begin recording your
performance (p. 51).
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[ ] (Rec) button
This lets you record your own performance into the DP990 (p. 51).
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[ ] (–) button
You can select the preceding song by pressing this
button while the song select screen is displayed (p. 42).
If you hold down this button while a song is playing, the
song will be rewound (p. 43).
Use this button to select variations of the sound you’re
playing on the keyboard (p. 27).
This button is also used to edit various values.
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Track buttons
You can use these buttons to play back or record your
performance separately for each hand (p. 46, p. 54).
The right-hand performance of internal preset songs is
assigned to the [Right] button, the left-hand performance
to the [Left] button, and the remaining parts of the
performance to the [Accomp] button.
You can listen to the demo songs by holding down the
[Right] button and pressing the [Key Touch] button (p.
24).
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[Key Touch] button
This lets you adjust the touch sensitivity of the keyboard
(p. 28).
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Rear Panel
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20
MIDI In/Out connectors
You can connect these to external MIDI devices to
transfer performance data (p. 84).
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21
Input jacks (L/Mono, R)
Here you can connect an audio device or another
electronic musical instrument, and listen to the connected
device through the DP-990’s speakers (p. 83).
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Output jacks (L/Mono, R)
You can connect an audio device or external powered
speakers here to reproduce the DP-990’s sound (p. 82).
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Dc In (DC Inlet)
Connect the supplied AC adaptor here
24
Cord hook
Use this to fix in place the cord from the supplied AC
adaptor (p. 18).
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Pedal connector
Connect the pedal cord of the dedicated stand to this
connector (p. 18).
(p. 18).
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Bottom Panel (Front Left)
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Phones jacks
Here you can connect headphones. The DP-990 lets you
use two sets of headphones simultaneously (p. 21).
Bottom Panel (Front Right)
HP-203BotomPanel2.eps
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External Memory connector
Here you can connect USB memory, a floppy disk drive,
or a CD drive, and play back stored songs (p. 42).
You can also use USB memory to save a song you’ve
recorded on the DP-990 (p. 62).
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Before You Play
Getting Ready to Play
Connecting the Pedal Cord
Connect the pedal cord to the Pedal jack on
1.
the rear panel of DP-990, at the rear.
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Connecting the AC Adaptor
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NOTE
To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or
other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off
the power on all devices before making any connections.
1.
Connect the supplied AC adaptor and AC cord.
fig.00-02.e
AC adaptor
Connect the AC adaptor to the DC In jack on
2.
the rear panel.
As shown in the diagram, loop the AC adaptor
3.
cord around the cord hook to fasten it in place.
fig.00-01.e
Rear panel
Ground terminal
Power cord
Cord hook
008c
NOTE
Be sure to use only the AC adaptor supplied with the unit.
Also, make sure the line voltage at the installation matches
the input voltage specified on the AC adaptor’s body.
Other AC adaptors may use a different polarity, or be
designed for a different voltage, so their use could result
in damage, malfunction, or electric shock
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NOTE
To prevent the inadvertent disruption of power to your unit
(should the plug be pulled out accidentally), and to avoid
applying undue stress to the AC adaptor jack, anchor the
power cord using the cord hook, as shown in the
illustration.
Even if the cord is fastened, strong tension applied to the
cord may cause it to be damaged or broken. Be careful
not to pull the cord accidentally, or to apply strong
pressure to it.
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NOTE
Depending on the circumstances of a particular setup, you
may experience a discomforting sensation, or perceive
that the surface feels gritty to the touch when you touch
this device or the metal portions of other objects
connected to it. This is due to an infinitesimal electrical
charge, which is absolutely harmless. However, if you are
concerned about this, connect the ground terminal (see
figure) with an external ground. When the unit is
grounded, a slight hum may occur, depending on the
particulars of your installation. If you are unsure of the
connection method, contact the nearest Roland Service
Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on
the “Information” page.
Unsuitable places for connection
• Water pipes (may result in shock or electrocution)
• Gas pipes (may result in fire or explosion)
• Telephone-line ground or lightning rod (may be
dangerous in the event of lightning)
4.
Plug the Power cord into a power outlet.
If necessary, secure the AC adaptor cord with the cord
clamps (leaflet: Assembling the DP-990).
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Opening and Closing the Lid
NOTE
Always use two hands to open and close the lid.
Although the DP-990’s lid is designed to close slowly and
gently when it is released, the lid immediately closes if it
has been opened only slightly. Take care not to allow
your fingers to become pinched by the lid.
Opening the Lid
Grasp and lift the lid with both hands.
1.
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Before You Play
Closing the Lid
When closing the lid, be sure to close the
1.
music rest and open the blind.
fig.lidclose1
Blind
Music Rest
2.
Grasp and gently lower the lid with both
hands.
fig.lidclose2
Close the blind and open the music rest as
2.
shown in the figure.
fig.lidopen2
Blind
Music Rest
NOTE
Adult supervision is recommended whenever small
children use the unit.
NOTE
If you need to move the piano, make sure the lid is closed
first to prevent accidents. In addition, do not hold onto the
lid when moving or setting up the instrument.
NOTE
When opening and closing the lid, take care not to allow
your fingers to become pinched in the gap.
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Before You Play
fig.lidcaution
Turning the Power On/Off
Once you’ve got everything connected properly, you
NOTE
can turn on the power using the following procedure. If
you fail to perform these steps in the correct order, you
risk causing a malfunction or damaging your speakers.
Turning the Power On
Turn the [Volume] knob all the way toward the
1.
left to minimize the volume.
2.
Press the [Power] switch.
Lower
position
ON
The power will turn on, and the [Piano] button will light.
After a brief interval, you’ll be able to produce sounds
by playing the keyboard.
Due to a circuitry protection feature, this unit requires
NOTE
a few moments after power is turned on before it is
ready for normal operation.
Use the [Volume] knob to adjust the volume.
3.
Turning the Power Off
Turn the [Volume] knob all the way toward the
1.
left to minimize the volume.
Adjusting the Sound’s Volume and Brilliance
Here’s how to adjust the volume of your keyboard playing or
the playback volume of an internal song or USB memory song.
If headphones are connected, use the [VOLUME] knob to
adjust the headphone volume.
Turn the [VOLUME] knob to adjust the overall
1.
volume.
Adjust the volume while you play the keyboard to
produce sound.
Turning the knob toward the right will increase the
volume, and turning it toward the left will decrease the
volume.
Min
Adjusting the brightness of the sound
Press the [Brilliance] button so it’s lit.
1.
While holding down the [Brilliance] button, use
2.
the [-] [+] buttons to adjust the brightness of
the sound.
Press the [+] button to make the sound brighter.
Press the [-] button to make the sound more mellow.
-10– -1, 1–10
Max
Setting
2.
Press the [Power] switch.
The screen goes blank and the power is turned off.
Upward
position
OFF
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If you press the [Brilliance] button so it’s no longer
lighted, the sound will return to its original brightness.
You can use the Memory Backup function to store
this setting in internal memory (p. 80).
Before You Play
About the Pedals
The pedals perform the following operations. You’ll use them
mainly when playing piano.
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Soft Pedal
Sostenuto Pedal
Damper Pedal
Damper Pedal (right pedal)
Use this pedal to sustain the sound.
While this pedal is held down, notes will be sustained for an
extended time even if you release your fingers from the
keyboard.
The length of sustain will change subtly depending on how
deeply you press the pedal.
On an acoustic piano, holding down the damper pedal will
cause the strings for notes other than the ones you actually
play to vibrate in sympathy with what you’ve played,
producing a rich resonance. The DP-990 simulates this
sympathetic vibration (damper resonance).
You can modify the sound of the sympathetic
vibration. Refer to p. 72.
Sostenuto Pedal (center pedal)
The notes you are pressing when this pedal is depressed will
be sustained.
Listening through Headphones
You can use headphones to enjoy the DP-990 without
disturbing those around you, such as at night. Since the DP990 has two headphone jacks, two people can also use
headphones simultaneously.
If you’re using only one set of headphones, you may connect
them to either of the two headphone jacks.
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Headphones
1.
Plug the headphones into the PHONES jack
located at the left of the DP-990’s bottom
panel.
If headphones are connected, no sound will be output
from the DP-990’s speakers.
Soft Pedal (left pedal)
This pedal is used to make the sound softer.
Playing with the soft pedal depressed produces a sound that is
not as strong as when otherwise played with the equivalent
strength. This is the same function as the left pedal of an
acoustic piano.
The softness of the tone can be varied subtly by the depth to
which you press the pedal.
You can switch the function of the sostenuto pedal
and the soft pedal. Refer to “Changing How the
Pedals Work (Center/Left Pedal Function)” (p. 69).
If you disconnect the pedal cable from the DP-990
NOTE
while the power is turned on, the pedal effect will
remain applied. You must connect or disconnect the
pedal cable while the DP-990’s power is switched
off.
Use the DP-990’s [VOLUME] knob (p. 20) to
2.
adjust the headphone volume.
Cautions when Using Headphones
• To prevent damage to the cord’s internal conductors,
avoid rough handling. When using headphones, mainly
try to handle either the plug or the headset.
• Your headphones may be damaged if the volume of a
device is already turned up when you plug them in.
Minimize the volume before you plug in the headphones.
• Excessive input will not only damage your hearing, but
may also strain the headphones. Please enjoy music at an
appropriate volume.
• Use headphones that have a stereo 1/4” phone plug.
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Before You Play
Using the Headphone Hook
Whenever you are not using the headphones, you can hang
them on the headphone hook of the DP-990.
Attaching the Headphone Hook
1.
Press and twist the headphone hook included
with the DP-990 into the hole in the bottom left
of the DP-990 (refer to the figure below).
2.
Turn the headphone hook wing nut to secure
the headphone hook.
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Using External Memory
A song you’ve recorded on the DP-990 can be saved by
copying it to separately sold USB memory (p. 62).
You can also save songs to a floppy disk using a separately
sold floppy disk drive.
You can also play back SMF music data or audio files (p. 44)
saved on USB memory or a floppy disk.
Use USB memory and floppy disk drive available
NOTE
from Roland. Proper operation cannot be
guaranteed if other USB device is used.
Connecting USB Memory (sold separately)
Connect the USB memory to the External
1.
Memory connector at the right of the DP-990’s
bottom panel.
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Headphone Hook
Do not hang anything other than headphones on the
NOTE
headphone hook. Doing so may damage the
instrument or the hook.
Carefully insert the USB memory all the way in—until it is
firmly in place.
If you’re using new USB memory, you’ll need to
initialize (format) it on the DP-990. For details, refer
to Initializing the USB memory (p. 60).
Installing the Floppy Disk Drive (sold separately)
Attach the floppy disk drive as shown the figure, using
the mounting holes on the DP-990’s bottom panel.
* For details of the attachment, refer to the owner’s manual of the
floppy disk drive.
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Before You Play
Using CD
By connecting a commercially available CD drive that is USBcompatible, you can use the DP-990 to play back ordinary
music CDs or songs from a CD-ROM that contains SMF music
files (p. 42).
The DP-990 provides a range of performance possibilities,
such as a “Center Cancel” function, which minimizes the vocal
portion of commercially available CDs so that you can sing the
vocal yourself (p. 50), and a “Melody Guide” function, which
mutes the melody portion of SMF music files so that you can
play it yourself (p. 46).
* You can also play songs on VIMA CD-ROMs (VIMA TUNES) sold
by Roland.
Precautions Concerning Use of the CD
• You cannot play back CD-R/RW disks to which audio
tracks have been added or CDs containing both audio
tracks and data (CD Extra).
• The DP-990 is capable of playing back only commercial
CDs that conform the official standards—those that carry
the “COMPACT DISC DIGITAL AUDIO” logo.
• The usability and sound quality of audio discs that
incorporate copyright protection technology and other
non-standard CDs cannot be guaranteed.
• For more detailed information on audio discs featuring
copyright protection technology and other non-standard
CDs, please consult the disc vendor.
• You cannot save songs to CDs, and you cannot delete
songs recorded to CDs. Furthermore, you cannot format
CDs.
Connecting a CD Drive (sold separately)
* CD drives that draw their power from the USB connector cannot
be used.
Switch off the power to the DP-990 and the CD
1.
drive to be connected.
Connect the USB cable included with the CD
2.
drive to the External Memory connector on the
DP-990.
CD Drive
(Sold Separately)
USB Cable
3.
Turn on the power to this instrument.
Turn on the power to the connected CD drive.
4.
For information on how to perform the following CD-
NOTE
drive operations, refer to the owner’s manual for the
drive.
• Switching the power on and off
• Inserting and ejecting a CD
I
nstalling the CD Drive Holder (sold
separately)
Attach the CD drive holder as shown the figure, using
the mounting holes on the DP-990’s bottom panel.
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/
CD drives of the following sizes cannot be attached
NOTE
to the piano using the CD drive holder. You will
need to place such drives on a table or other
surface.
• Width greater than 150 mm (5-15/16 inches)
• Depth greater than 170 mm (6-3/4 inches)
• Thickness (height) greater than 25 mm (1 inches)
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Listening to Demo Songs
Listening to the Tone Demo Songs
Now, try listening to demo songs.
The DP-990 comes with seven demo songs.
The six Tone buttons and the [Twin Piano] button are each assigned one demo song.
All rights reserved. Unauthorized use of this material for purposes other than private,
NOTE
personal enjoyment is a violation of applicable laws.
NOTE
No MIDI data for the music that is played will be output.
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Hold down the [Right] button and press the [Key Touch] button.
1.
The indicators for the
The following appears in the display.
Button with tone demo
[Piano]
[E. Piano] E.piano tone demo song
[Organ] Organ tone demo song
[Strings] Strings tone demo song
[Voice] Demo song using Voice tones
[Others] Demo song using Guitar tones
[Twin Piano] Demo song using the Twin Piano function (p. 33)
six Tone buttons
Piano tone demo song
, [Twin Piano], and [Split] buttons flash.
Demo content
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Listening to Demo Songs
When the following appears in the display
If you have recorded a song but have not yet saved it, “dEL” will appear, blinking, when
you select a song.
You cannot play back a demo song if memory contains an unsaved song.
If you want to delete your performance and play back the demo song, press the [ ]
button. If you don’t want to delete your performance, press the [ ] button. If you want
to save your recorded performance, refer to p. 62.
Press one of the six Tone buttons or the [Twin Piano] button.
2.
The songs will play consecutively, starting with the demo song you selected. The button for the
song currently being played back flashes on and off.
When playback of the last song is reached, playback continues by returning to the first song and
playing that again.
To stop playback, press the flashing button.
3.
4.
Press the [Right] button or the [Key Touch] button to exit Demo mode.
The indicators return to their previous state.
A demo song will not play if you press an unlit button.
Listening to the Piano Sound Demo Songs
In order to simulate the rich sounds typical of an acoustic piano, this instrument produces
reverberation and a variety of other sounds together with the piano sound. This demo
lets you compare how the piano sounds with and without these additional sounds.
Hold down the [Right] button and press the [Key Touch] button.
1.
2.
Press the [Split] button.
The indication in the display will change.
The [Brilliance], [Piano], and [E. Piano] buttons will blink, and the [3D] and [Reverb]
buttons will light.
While the [Brilliance] button is blinking, you can listen to demos of the hammer noise and
key-off resonance. Press the [3D] button if you want to hear the damper resonance demo,
or press the [Reverb] button if you want to hear the string resonance demo.
When you press the [3D] button, the [Organ] button will also blink in addition to the
[Piano] and [E.Piano] buttons.
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Listening to Demo Songs
Press the [Piano] or [E. Piano] button.
3.
Press the [Right] button or the [Key Touch] button to exit Demo mode.
4.
The indicators return to their previous state.
[Brilliance] button
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[3D] button
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Button
[Piano]
[E. Piano] Key Off Resonance
Button
[Piano]
[E. Piano] Piano sound without damper resonance
[Organ] Damper resonance by itself
Demo content Sound that is played
Hammer Noise
(the sound of the hammer
striking the string when
you play a note)
(resonance such as the
subtle sounds that occur
when you release a note)
Demo content Sound that is played
Damper Resonance
(the sound of other strings
vibrating in sympathy with
the played strings when the
damper pedal is pressed)
Each press of the button selects the next choice for what
you will hear, in this order:
Piano sound with hammer noise
Piano sound without hammer noise
Hammer noise by itself
Each press of the button selects the next choice for what
you will hear, in this order:
Piano sound with key-off resonance added
Piano sound without key-off resonance
Key-off resonance by itself
Piano sound with damper resonance added
[Reverb] button
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[Piano]
[E. Piano] Piano sound without string resonance
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Button
Demo content Sound that is played
String Resonance
(the sound of the strings of
already-played notes
sympathetically vibrating
when you play a note)
Piano sound with string resonance added
Performing
Performing with a Variety of Sounds
The DP-990 features over 300 different internal sounds, allowing you to enjoy
performing with sounds suitable for many different types of music.
These onboard sounds are called “Tones.” The Tones are divided into six different
groups, each of which is assigned to a different Tone button.
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The Tone “Grand Piano 1” is selected when the instrument’s power is turned on.
1.
Press a Tone button to select a tone group.
You’ll hear the Tone assigned to Tone number 1 in the selected Tone Group. Try fingering the
keyboard.
The display will indicate the number of the currently selected tone.
Use the [-] [+] buttons to select a sound from the tone group.
2.
The Tone you’ve selected is heard when you finger the keyboard.
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The next time you select this Tone button, you’ll hear the tone you selected here.
If you don’t perform any operation for a while, the indication in the display will change
to the following.
About the Tone, refer to “Tone List” (p. 90).
NOTE
For some sounds, there are keys that do not produce sound.
Disabling the panel buttons
By using the Panel Lock function you can disable all of the buttons. This allows you to prevent unintended changes in
the settings during a performance. For details, refer to “Disabling the Buttons (Panel Lock)” (p. 81).
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Performing
Adjusting the Keyboard Sensitivity (Key Touch)
You can change the touch sensitivity, or response of the keys. You can adjust the
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keyboard touch as appropriate for the playing strength of the person who is performing.
Press the [Key Touch] button so it’s flash.
1.
2.
Press the [-] or [+] button to select the keyboard touch.
Indicate
Fixed
Super Light
Light
Medium
Heavy
Super
Heavy
Press the [Key Touch] button to return to selection of tones.
3.
Button color Description
Orange
Green
Green
Dark
Red
Red
The sound plays at one set volume, regardless of the force used to play the
keys.
This setting produces the lightest keyboard touch.
You can achieve fortissimo (ff) play with a less forceful touch than “medium”,
so the keyboard feels lighter. This setting makes it easy to play, even for
children.
This sets the standard keyboard touch. You can play with the most natural
touch. This is the closest to the touch of an acoustic piano.
You have to finger the keyboard more forcefully than “medium” in order to
play fortissimo (ff), so the keyboard touch feels heavier. Dynamic fingering
adds even more feeling to what you play.
This setting produces the heaviest keyboard touch.
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You can use the Memory Backup function to store this setting in internal memory (p.
80).
Adding Spatial Depth to the Sound (3D Sound Control)
The DP-990 provides a “3D Sound Control” function. This function adds the natural
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resonance and spaciousness that are characteristic of a grand piano.
Press the [3D] button so it’s lit.
1.
The 3D Sound Control function will be turned on, and the sound will have more spatial depth.
2.
While holding down the [3D] button, use the [-] [+] buttons to adjust the
spatial depth of the sound.
You can adjust the spatial depth over four levels.
Increasing the value will increase the spatial depth of the sound.
Performing
You can use the Memory Backup function to store this setting in internal memory (p.
80).
You can change the way in which the 3D Sound Control function is applied (p. 67).
3D Sound Control does not affect the sound from the Input jack or the sound of external
NOTE
devices connected to the MIDI Out connector.
NOTE
When you turn Twin Piano on, 3D Sound Control will be turned off.
If you use the Playback Transpose function (p. 49) or the Center Cancel function (p.
NOTE
50) when a music CD song or an audio file is selected, 3D Sound Control will be
turned off.
Turning off 3D Sound Control
Press the [3D] button so its light is turned off.
1.
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Performing
Adding Liveliness to the Sound (Dynamics Sound Control)
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1.
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2.
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You can add liveliness to the sound to give it superb clarity and distinctness.
Hold down the [3D] button and press the [Reverb] button.
The display will show the type of dynamics sound control.
Use the [-] [+] buttons to select the desired sound control setting.
Indicate
OFF
1 (Sharp)
2 (Clear)
3 (Power)
Dynamics sound control is turned off.
Creates a sound with boosted bass and treble.
Produces a sound with chords in the low registers that are clear and distinct.
Creates a sound with boosted bass.
Description
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3.
Press the [3D] button or the [Reverb] button.
You will return to the normal screen.
You can use the Memory Backup function to store this setting in internal memory (p.
80).
NOTE
For some sounds, this may cause distortion.
Dynamics Sound Control does not affect the sound from the Input jack or the sound of
NOTE
external devices connected to the MIDI Out connector.
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