Roland FC-200 User Manual

Owner's Manual

Introduction

We’d like to take a moment to thank you for purchasing the Roland FC-200 MIDI Foot Controller. In order to fully realize the potential of the FC-200, and to ensure years of trouble-free operation, please take the time to read this manual thoroughly.

MAIN FEATURES

Changing Tones with the Pedals

You can use the pedals to send Program Change messages, making it possible to change Tones without interrupting your performance.

Pedals Designed for Realtime Control

The FC-200 comes with switch pedals and an expression pedal. These make it possible to send Control Change messages, and alter volume levels and sounds as you play.

Six Jacks for Control Change Messages

The FC-200 comes with six jacks that let you hook up precisely the foot switches and expression pedals you need.

Can Be Used As a Pedal Keyboard

The pedals can also work like a pedal keyboard for playing notes.

Two Power Supplies

The FC-200 can be powered by either dry-cell batteries or an AC adaptor.

CONTENTS

Introduction .............................................................3

MAIN FEATURES........................................................3

CONTENTS ................................................................4

IMPORTANT NOTES...................................................5

DESCRIPTIONS ..........................................................6

Front Panel..................................................................... 6

Rear Panel...................................................................... 6

HOW TO USE THE FC-200 .........................................7

Program Change Mode...................................................7

Control Change Mode ....................................................7

Note Mode..................................................................... 7

Exclusive Mode ..............................................................7

MAKING THE CONNECTIONS .................................. 8

Loading Batteries............................................................ 8

Connecting an AC Adaptor.............................................8

SWITCHING ON THE POWER ....................................9

The Flow of MIDI Messages ...........................................9

SWITCHING MODES ............................................... 10

Determining the Current Mode.....................................10

PARAMETERS WITH SETTINGS THAT CAN BE CHANGED

MIDI Channel .............................................................. 21

Controller Number Setting for Control Pedal ................ 21

Setting for Latch Type Control Pedal Operation............ 21

Controller Number Setting for Expression Pedal ........... 21

Bank Select .................................................................. 22

Bank Limit.................................................................... 23

Output of Program Change Messages When Changing Banks

Changing Banks Using the Number Pedals................... 24

Controller Number Settings .......................................... 25

Setting for Latch Type Pedal Operation ........................ 26

Note Range Setting....................................................... 26

Octave Shift Upper Limit Setting .................................. 27

Octave Shift Lower Limit Setting...................................27

Note On Velocity Setting..............................................27

MODE Jack Loop Setting ..............................................28

ABOUT REALTIME MESSAGES AND MMC MESSAGES

How to Make the Settings.............................................29

DATA TRANSFER USING MIDI .................................30

Sending Data (Bulk Dump)........................................... 30

Making the Connections and Getting Ready ........... 30

Sending the Data .................................................... 31

Receiving Data (Bulk Load) .......................................... 32

Making the Connections ......................................... 32

Receiving Data ....................................................... 32

ABOUT CHANGING THE BATTERIES .......................33

PROGRAM CHANGE MODE .................................. 11

About Program Change Numbers .................................11

How to Send Program Change Messages...................... 12

Using the Control Pedal ............................................... 12

Using the Expression Pedal...........................................13

Using the Foot Switch/Expression Pedal Jacks...............13

CONTROL CHANGE MODE....................................14

Controller Numbers of the Pedals................................. 14

Using the Control Pedal, Number Pedals, and Bank Pedals

Using the Expression Pedal...........................................14

Using the Foot Switch/Expression Pedal Jacks...............15

NOTE MODE............................................................16

Note Range .................................................................. 16

Using the Expression Pedal...........................................17

Using the Foot Switch/Expression Pedal Jacks...............17

EXCLUSIVE MODE ..................................................18

EDIT FUNCTION.......................................................19

How to Make Changes .................................................19

USING MIDI.............................................................34

About MIDI ..................................................................34

The Exchange of MIDI Data.................................... 34

MIDI Messages Recognized by the FC-200 ............. 35

MIDI Implementation Chart..........................................36

RETURNING SETTINGS TO THEIR FACTORY DEFAULT

VALUES (INITIALIZATION) ...37

IF YOU THINK THERE’S A PROBLEM, CHECK THESE FIRST

ROLAND EXCLUSIVE MESSAGES ...........................39

MIDI Implementation ............................................41

MIDI Implementation Chart ................................. 45

SPECIFICATIONS .................................................... 46

IMPORTANT NOTES

When using an AC adaptor, use only the specified device (PSA-Series). Use of any other AC adaptor could result in damage, malfunction or electric shock.

Power Supply

Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the power to all units; this will help prevent damage or malfunction.

Do not use this unit on the same power circuit with any device that will generate line noise; an electric motor or variable lighting system for example.

The power requirement for this unit is indicated on its nameplate (rear panel). Ensure that the voltage in your installation meets this requirement.

Avoid damaging the power cord: do not step on it, place heavy objects on it, etc.

When disconnecting the AC adaptor from the power outlet, grasp the plug itself; never pull on the cord.

If the unit is to remain unused for an extended period of time, unplug the power cord.

When installing or replacing batteries, refer to “ABOUT CHANGING THE BATTERIES” (p.33).

Placement

Do not subject the unit to temperature extremes (eg., direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle). Avoid using or storing the unit in dusty or humid areas, or areas that are subject to high levels of vibration.

Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equipment containing large power transformers) may induce hum.

This device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such receivers.

Maintenance

For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth or one that has been slightly dampened with water. To remove stubborn dirt, use a mild, non-abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.

Additional Precautions

Protect the unit from strong impact. Do not allow objects or liquids of any kind to penetrate the

unit. In the event of such an occurrence, discontinue use immediately. Contact qualified service personnel as soon as possible.

Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult with qualified service personnel.

Should a malfunction occur, or if you suspect there is a problem, discontinue use immediately. Contact qualified service personnel as soon as possible.

To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not open the unit.

Memory Backup

Please be aware that the contents of memory may at times be lost; when the unit is sent for repairs or when by some chance a malfunction has occurred. Important data should be stored in another MIDI device (eg., a sequencer), or written down on paper (if possible). During repairs, due care is taken to avoid the loss of data. However, in certain cases (such as when circuitry related to memory itself is out of order), we regret that it may not be possible to restore the data.

Changing Batteries

Avoid using new batteries together with old ones. In addition, avoid mixing different types of batteries (eg., regular carbon and alkaline batteries).

When replacing batteries, be sure to insert them correctly (to ensure correct polarity).

Remove the batteries whenever the unit is to remain unused for an extended period of time.

Never use benzene, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.

DESCRIPTIONS

Front Panel

Display

Indicators

(

1 to 10, UP/DOWN, CTL

)

MODE Button

Rear Panel

AC Adaptor Jack

Cord Hook

Number Pedals (1 to 10

POWER Switch

MODE Jack

Foot Switch / Expression

(

)

FOOT SW/EXP) Jacks

(

)

1 to 6

BANK Pedals

(

UP/DOWN

MIDI Connectors

(

IN/OUT

)

Expression Pedal

CONTROL Pedal

HOW TO USE THE FC-200

The FC-200 offers the four modes described below. Each of these modes provides its own unique features, so choose the mode according to what you wish to do.

* See “SWITCHING MODES” (p. 10) for an explanation of how to choose a mode.

Program Change Mode

This mode is for sending Program Change messages. You can use the pedals to send any of 128 Program Change messages.

Control Change Mode

This mode is for sending Control Change messages. You can use this mode to send the Control Change messages assigned to the pedals, and enhance the expressiveness of a performance.

Note Mode

This mode is for sending Note messages. You can use the pedals as a pedal keyboard to send the Note messages assigned to the pedals.

Exclusive Mode

This mode is for sending System Exclusive (SysEx) messages. You can use this mode to operate other equipment that accepts SysEx messages sent from the FC-

200.

As you can see, the pedals function differently depending on the mode you’re in. The descriptions in this owner’s manual are grouped by mode, so if you need more details, you should check out the section for the particular mode.

Program Change Mode p. 11 Control Change Mode p. 14 Note Mode p. 16 Exclusive Mode p. 18

MAKING THE CONNECTIONS

When making connections to other equipment, be sure that all equipment is switched off. If you try to make connections while the power is turned on, the settings for the FC-200 may be changed.

External MIDI Device External MIDI Device

* If you want to use a foot switch for changing the mode, be sure to connect a BOSS FS-5U foot

switch (Optional) to the MODE jack.

* When hooking up a separately available BOSS FS-5U foot switch, set the polarity switch as

shown below.

MIDI IN MIDI OUT

MIDI INMIDI OUT

Polarity Switch

* 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.

* Sshould the FC-200 tend to rock a little when placed on the floor, turn the two adjusters on the unit’s bottom until you have it in a stand

Loading Batteries

The FC-200 is not loaded with batteries when purchased. If you want to use batteries instead of an AC adaptor, then refer to “ABOUT CHANGING THE BATTERIES” (p. 33) and install batteries first.

Connecting an AC Adaptor

If you’re using a BOSS PSA-Series AC adaptor, here’s how to connect the cord and secure it on the cord hook.

SWITCHING ON THE POWER

First, check that you are connected properly with the external MIDI instrument. Then set the power switch on the FC-200 to “ON” or “ECONOMY.”

* The FC-200 is in the Program Change mode when first switched on.

* When the power is turned on, the MIDI channel is set to “1,” but you can change the MIDI

channel and store the setting in memory. For more information, see “MIDI Channel” (p. 21).

About the ECONOMY Setting

If you’re running the FC-200 on batteries, setting the power switch to “ECONOMY” instead of “ON” makes it possible to use the FC-200 continuously for about 1.3 times longer. The display and indicator may flicker a bit, but this doesn’t affect actual operation at all.

The Flow of MIDI Messages

Regardless of what mode you’re in, the FC-200 always performs a “Soft Thru.” This means that every MIDI message produced by the FC-200 itself, as well as all MIDI messages that arrived at its MIDI IN connector are sent out through the MIDI OUT connector.

* “Soft Thru” is a function that accepts MIDI messages coming in from the MIDI IN connector

and outputs them unchanged from the MIDI OUT connector.

SWITCHING MODES

You can change the mode using either the MODE button or a foot pedal plugged into the MODE jack (BOSS FS-5U, Optional). Each of these methods — pressing the button or stepping on the foot pedal — makes the mode change in a different way.

When the MODE Button is Pressed

Program Change Mode

Control Change Mode

Note Mode

Exclusive Mode

When the Foot Pedal is Depressed

Program Change Mode

Control Change Mode

* You can change the way the mode is switched when using the foot pedal. See “MODE Jack Loop

Setting” (p. 28) for the details on how to do this.

Determining the Current Mode

Program Change Mode

The Bank value appears on the display, and the Point indicators do not light up.

Control Change Mode

“ ” appears on the display, and the Point indicator at the top left of the display lights up.

Note Mode

The note range appears on the display, and the Point indicator at the top right of the display lights up.

Exclusive Mode

“ ” appears on the display, and the display’s two Point indicators light up.

PROGRAM CHANGE MODE

This is the mode for sending Program Change messages and Control Change messages.

About Program Change Numbers

The Program Change numbers (1 to 128) are obtained by adding the Program Change number corresponding to the Bank (0 to 12) to the Program Change number corresponding to the Number (1 to 10).

Banks 0 to 12 correspond to Program Change numbers as shown below.

Bank 0 1 2 ... 11 12

Program Change number 0 10 20 ... 110 120

Numbers 1 to 10 correspond to Program Change numbers as shown below.

Number 1 2 3 ... 9 10

Program Change number 1 2 3 ... 9 10

For Bank 1 and Number 6, for instance, the Program Change number is 10 + 6, or 16. For Bank 2 and Number 10, the Program Change number is 30 (20 + 10).

How to Send Program Change Messages

1. Changing the Bank

Each press of a BANK pedal (UP/DOWN) changes the Bank, and the new Bank appears on the display. Press the UP pedal to increase the Bank number and the DOWN pedal to lower it.

* Simply changing the Bank does not cause a Program Change message to be sent. The Program

Change message is sent when you choose a Number as the next step.

2. Changing the Number

Press a Number pedal (1 to 10) to choose a Number. The indicator for the Number pedal you’ve depressed lights up, and a Program Change message is sent.

* If you want to send a Program Change message for a different Number in the same Bank, you

don’t have to choose the Bank again — just depress the pedal for the new Number.

* In addition to the method just described, you can send Program Change messages just by

switching the Bank, or use the Number pedals like a ten-key numeric keypad when switching the Bank. For more details, see “Output of Program Change Messages When Changing Banks” (p. 24) and “Changing Banks Using the Number Pedals” (p. 24).

Using the Control Pedal

Depressing the Control pedal causes the value for controller number 80 (General-Purpose Controller 5) to be sent. Depressing the Control pedal sends the message “ON” 127 (7Fh), and releasing it sends the message “OFF” 0 (00h). The pedal indicator lights up when on.

* You can change the value of the controller numbers. See “Controller Number Setting for Control

Pedal” (p. 21).

* The Control pedal sends an ON message when depressed and an OFF message when released,

which means that it is a “momentary type pedal.” You can change this to “latch type” operation, which sends an ON or OFF message each time you depress it — see “Setting for Latch Type Control Pedal Operation” (p. 21).

* You can use the Control pedal to send Realtime messages and MMC (MIDI Machine Control)

messages. For details, see “ABOUT REALTIME MESSAGES AND MMC MESSAGES” (p. 29).

Using the Expression Pedal

Operating the built-in expression pedal sends the value (0 (00h) to 127 (7Fh)) for Controller Number 7 (“main volume”).

* You can change the value of the controller numbers. See “Controller Number Setting for

Expression Pedal” (p. 21).

Using the Foot Switch/Expression Pedal Jacks

When you connect separately available foot pedals or expression pedals to these jacks, you can use the connected pedals to send the Control Change messages for the controller numbers assigned to each of the jacks.

Shown below are the controller numbers that you can set for the jacks.

#17

* You can change the value of the controller numbers. See “Controller Number Settings” (p. 25).

* You can use the connected pedal switches to send Realtime messages and MMC (MIDI Machine

Control) messages. For details, see “ABOUT REALTIME MESSAGES AND MMC MESSAGES” (p.

29).

As shown below, the content and timing of the messages that are sent vary depending on what kind of equipment is hooked up. Choose the equipment to connect according to what you want to do.

#64 #10

#16

#11 #1

When a BOSS FS-5L Foot Pedal is Connected:

Pressing the pedal sends an ON 127 (7Fh) message, and pressing it again sends an OFF 0 (00h) message. The indicator for the pedal lights up when on.

* This works just the same as a latch type Control pedal.

When a BOSS FS-5U Foot Pedal is Connected:

The pedal sends an ON 127 (7Fh) message when depressed and an OFF 0 (00h) message when released.

* This works just the same as a momentary type Control pedal.

When a Roland EV-5 Expression Pedal is Connected:

Operating the pedal sends data from 0 (00h) to 127 (7Fh) continuously, depending on the pedal’s function.

CONTROL CHANGE MODE

This is the mode for sending Control Change messages. In this mode, all the pedals can be used to send Control Change messages. You should use this mode at times when you want to send a lot of Control Change messages.

Controller Numbers of the Pedals

The chart below shows the Controller Number settings.

#72 #73 #74#71#70

#65 #66 #67 #68 #69 #76 #80

* You can change the value of the controller numbers. See “Controller Number Settings” (p. 25).

* You can use the pedals to send Realtime messages and MMC (MIDI Machine Control) messages.

For details, see “ABOUT REALTIME MESSAGES AND MMC MESSAGES” (p. 29).

#75

#07

Using the Control Pedal, Number Pedals, and Bank Pedals

Depressing the Control pedal, a Number pedal (1 to 10), or a Bank pedal (UP/DOWN) sends the Control Change message for the controller number assigned to the corresponding pedal. Depressing a pedal sends an ON 127 (7Fh) message, and depressing it again sends an OFF 0 (00h) message. The indicator for the pedal lights up when on.

* The Control pedal is a momentary type pedal that sends an ON message when depressed and

an OFF message when released. You can change this to latch type operation, which sends an ON or OFF message each time you depress it — see “Setting for Latch Type Control Pedal Operation” (p. 21).

* The Bank pedal (UP/DOWN) is a latch type — see “Setting for Latch Type Pedal Operation” (p.

26).

Using the Expression Pedal

Operating the built-in expression pedal sends the value (0 (00h) to 127 (7Fh)) for Controller Number 7 (“main volume”).

Using the Foot Switch/Expression Pedal Jacks

Shown below are the controller numbers that you can set for the jacks.

#17

* You can change the value of the controller numbers. See “Controller Number Settings” (p. 25).

* You can use the connected pedal switches to send Realtime messages and MMC (MIDI Machine

Control) messages. For details, see “ABOUT REALTIME MESSAGES AND MMC MESSAGES” (p.

29).

As the chart below shows, the content and timing of the messages that are sent vary depending on what kind of equipment is hooked up. Choose the equipment to connect according to what you want to do.

#64 #10

#16

#11 #1

When a BOSS FS-5L Foot Pedal is Connected:

Pressing the pedal sends an ON 127 (7Fh) message, and pressing it again sends an OFF 0 (00h) message. The indicator for the pedal lights up when on.

* This works just the same as a latch type Control pedal.

When a BOSS FS-5U Foot Pedal is Connected:

The pedal sends an ON 127 (7Fh) message when depressed and an OFF 0 (00h) message when released.

* This works just the same as a momentary type Control pedal.

When a Roland EV-5 Expression Pedal is Connected:

Operating the pedal sends data from 0 (00h) to 127 (7Fh) continuously, depending on the pedal’s function.

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