Roland FC-300 User Manual
Owner’s Manual
201a
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 2)
and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 4). These sections provide important information concerning
the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a
good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, Owner’s Manual should be read in its
entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.
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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.
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.
001
• Before using this unit, make sure
to read the instructions below,
and the Owner’s Manual.
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002c
• Do not open (or modify in any
way) the unit or its AC adaptor.
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003
• Do not attempt to repair the unit,
or replace parts within it (except
when this manual provides
specific instructions directing
you to do so). Refer all servicing
to your retailer, the nearest
Roland Service Center, or an
authorized Roland distributor, as
listed on the “Information” page.
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004
• Never use or store the unit in
places that are:
• Subject to temperature
extremes (e.g., direct sunlight
in an enclosed vehicle, near a
heating duct, on top of heatgenerating equipment); or are
• Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet
floors); or are
• Humid; or are
• Exposed to rain; or are
• Dusty; or are
• Subject to high levels of vibration.
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007
• Make sure you always have the
unit placed so it is level and sure
to remain stable. Never place it
on stands that could wobble, or
on inclined surfaces.
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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.
008b
• Use only the specified AC
adaptor (PSA series), and 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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009
• Do not excessively twist or bend
the power cord, nor place heavy
objects on it. Doing so can
damage the cord, producing
severed elements and short
circuits. Damaged cords are fire
and shock hazards!
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011
• Do not allow any objects (e.g.,
flammable material, coins, pins);
or liquids of any kind (water, soft
drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit.
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013
• In households with small
children, an adult should
provide supervision until the
child is capable of following all
the rules essential for the safe
operation of the unit.
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014
• Protect the unit from strong
impact.
(Do not drop it!)
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016
• Before using the unit in a foreign
country, consult with your
retailer, the nearest Roland
Service Center, or an authorized
Roland distributor, as listed on
the “Information” page.
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012c
• Immediately turn the power off,
remove the AC adaptor from the
outlet, and request servicing by
your retailer, the nearest Roland
Service Center, or an authorized
Roland distributor, as listed on
the “Information” page when:
• The AC adaptor or the power-
supply cord has been
damaged; or
• If smoke or unusual odor occurs
• Objects have fallen into, or liquid has
been spilled onto the unit; or
• The unit has been exposed to rain (or
otherwise has become wet); or
• The unit does not appear to operate
normally or exhibits a marked change
in performance.
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015
• Do not force the unit’s powersupply cord to share an outlet
with an unreasonable number of
other devices. Be especially
careful when using extension
cords—the total power used by
all devices you have connected to
the extension cord’s outlet must
never exceed the power rating
(watts/amperes) for the
extension cord. Excessive loads
can cause the insulation on the
cord to heat up and eventually
melt through.
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019
• Batteries must never be
recharged, heated, taken apart, or
thrown into fire or water.
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101b
• The unit and the AC adaptor
should be located so their
location or position does not
interfere with their proper ventilation.
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102d
• Always grasp only the output
plug or the body of the AC
adaptor when plugging into, or
unplugging from, this unit or an
outlet.
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103b
• 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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104
• Try to prevent cords and cables
from becoming entangled. Also,
all cords and cables should be
placed so they are out of the
reach of children.
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106
• Never climb on top of, nor place
heavy objects on the unit.
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107d
• Never handle the AC adaptor
body, or its output plugs, with
wet hands when plugging into,
or unplugging from, an outlet or
this unit.
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108b
• Before moving the unit,
disconnect the AC adaptor and
all cords coming from external
devices.
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109b
• Before cleaning the unit, turn off
the power and unplug the AC
adaptor from the outlet (p. 13).
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110b
• Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning in your area,
disconnect the AC adaptor from
the outlet.
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112
• Used batteries must be disposed
of in compliance with whatever
regulations for their safe disposal
that may be observed in the region in
which you live.
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111: Selection
• If used improperly, batteries
may explode or leak and cause
damage or injury. In the interest
of safety, please read and
observe the following precautions (p. 11).
1
• Carefully follow the instal-
lation instructions for
batteries, and make sure you
observe the correct polarity.
2
• Avoid using new batteries
together with used ones. In addition,
avoid mixing different types of
batteries.
3
• Remove the batteries whenever the
unit is to remain unused for an
extended period of time.
5
• If a battery has leaked, use a soft piece
of cloth or paper towel to wipe all
remnants of the discharge from the
battery compartment. Then install new
batteries. To avoid inflammation of the
skin, make sure that none of the
battery discharge gets onto your hands
or skin. Exercise the utmost caution so
that none of the discharge gets near
your eyes. Immediately rinse the
affected area with running water if any
of the discharge has entered the eyes.
6
• Never keep batteries together with
metallic objects such as ballpoint pens,
necklaces, hairpins, etc.
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IMPORTANT NOTES
291a
In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT
SAFELY” on page 2, please read and observe the following:
Power Supply: Use of
Batteries
301
• Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is
being used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by
an inverter (such as a refrigerator, washing machine,
microwave oven, or air conditioner), or that contains a
motor. Depending on the way in which the electrical
appliance is used, power supply noise may cause this unit
to malfunction or may produce audible noise. If it is not
practical to use a separate electrical outlet, connect a
power supply noise filter between this unit and the
electrical outlet.
302
• The AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after long
hours of consecutive use. This is normal, and is not a
cause for concern.
303a
• The use of an AC adaptor is recommended as the unit’s
power consumption is relatively high.
304a
• When installing or replacing batteries, always turn off the
power on this unit and disconnect any other devices you
may have connected. This way, you can prevent
malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices.
306b
• Batteries are supplied with the unit. The life of these
batteries may be limited, however, since their primary
purpose was to enable testing.
307
• Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the
power to all units. This will help prevent malfunctions
and/or damage to speakers or other devices.
Placement
352a
• This device may interfere with radio and television
reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such
receivers.
354a
• Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near
devices that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed
vehicle, or otherwise subject it to temperature extremes.
Excessive heat can deform or discolor the unit.
355b
• When moved from one location to another where the
temperature and/or humidity is very different, water
droplets (condensation) may form inside the unit. Damage
or malfunction may result if you attempt to use the unit in
this condition. Therefore, before using the unit, you must
allow it to stand for several hours, until the condensation
has completely evaporated.
360
• Depending on the material and temperature of the surface
on which you place the unit, its rubber feet may discolor
or mar the surface.
Maintenance
401a
• 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 cloth impregnated with a
mild, non-abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe
the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.
402
• Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any
kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or
deformation.
Repairs and Data
452
• Please be aware that all data contained in the unit’s
memory may be lost when the unit is sent for repairs.
Important data should always be backed up in another
MIDI device (e.g., a sequencer), or written down on paper
(when 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, and
Roland assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.
Additional Precautions
551
• Please be aware that the contents of memory can be
irretrievably lost as a result of a malfunction, or the
improper operation of the unit. To protect yourself against
the risk of loosing important data, we recommend that
you periodically save a backup copy of important data
you have stored in the unit’s memory in another MIDI
device (e.g., a sequencer).
552
• Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents
of data that was stored in another MIDI device (e.g., a
sequencer) once it has been lost. Roland Corporation
assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.
553
• Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s
buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks
and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.
554
• Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.
556
• When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the
connector itself—never pull on the cable. This way you
will avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cable’s
internal elements.
558b
• To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit’s
volume at reasonable levels (especially when it is late at
night).
558c
• Since sound vibrations can be transmitted through floors
and walls to a greater degree than expected, take care not
to allow such sound to become a nuisance to neighbors,
especially at night and when using headphones.
559a
• 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.
561
• Use only the specified expression pedal (Roland EV-5,
BOSS FV-500L or FV-500H; sold separately). By
connecting any other expression pedals, you risk causing
malfunction and/or damage to the unit.
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Table of Contents
Introduction .............................................................................................7
Main Features.............................................................................................................................................. 7
Panel Descriptions...................................................................................................................................... 7
Display.............................................................................................................................................. 7
Top Panel (Buttons) ........................................................................................................................ 8
Top Panel (Pedals) .......................................................................................................................... 9
Rear Panel....................................................................................................................................... 10
Making the Connections.......................................................................................................................... 11
Connections To Make When Using the FC-300 as a MIDI Foot Controller.......................... 11
Connections To Make When Using the FC-300 as a Dedicated Foot Controller
for an RRC2 IN Device (e.g., the VG-99).................................................................................... 12
Turning the Power On and Off .............................................................................................................. 13
When Using the FC-300 as a MIDI Foot Controller ................................................................. 13
When Using the FC-300 as a Dedicated Foot Controller for an RRC2 IN Device
(e.g., the VG-99)............................................................................................................................. 13
About the MODES.................................................................................................................................... 14
Standard Mode (p. 16) .................................................................................................................. 14
Control Change Mode (p. 21) ...................................................................................................... 14
System Exclusive Mode (p. 28).................................................................................................... 14
Patch Mode (p. 29) ........................................................................................................................ 14
Switching Modes ...................................................................................................................................... 15
About the Mode Indicators.......................................................................................................... 15
Standard Mode ......................................................................................16
Transmitting Program Change Messages............................................................................................. 16
Setting How Tones are Switched................................................................................................ 16
Transmitting Control Change Messages............................................................................................... 17
Using the Expression Pedals ....................................................................................................... 17
Using the Control Pedal and Expression Pedal Switch........................................................... 17
Using the External Control Pedals and Expression Pedals..................................................... 18
Controller Numbers for Each Pedal ........................................................................................... 18
Change the Pedal Settings....................................................................................................................... 19
Control Change Mode...........................................................................21
About the Control Change Mode........................................................................................................... 21
Transmitting Control Change Messages............................................................................................... 21
Number Pedal (1/6–5/10) ........................................................................................................... 21
[ ] [ ] Pedal ............................................................................................................................ 21
Using the Expression Pedals ....................................................................................................... 22
Using the Control Pedal and Expression Pedal Switch........................................................... 22
Using Additional Footswitches and Expression Pedals.......................................................... 23
Controller Numbers of the Pedals .............................................................................................. 23
Change the Pedal Settings....................................................................................................................... 24
Storing Controller Numbers Assigned to the Pedals (Pedal Settings) .............................................26
Switching Control Numbers Assigned to the Pedals Simultaneously ............................................. 26
Deleting a Pedal Setting........................................................................................................................... 27
System Exclusive Mode .......................................................................28
Patch Mode............................................................................................29
About the Patch Mode ............................................................................................................................. 29
About the Patch ............................................................................................................................. 29
Transmitting Control Change Messages............................................................................................... 30
Using the Expression Pedals ....................................................................................................... 30
Using the Control Pedals and Expression Pedal Switches...................................................... 30
Using the External Control Pedals and Expression Pedals..................................................... 31
The Controller Number of Each Pedal....................................................................................... 31
Transmitting Patch Data.......................................................................................................................... 32
Creating Patches ....................................................................................................................................... 33
Editing MIDI Streams................................................................................................................... 34
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How to Copy MIDI Streams........................................................................................................39
How to Delete MIDI Streams ......................................................................................................40
Setting the Timing for Transmission of OFF MIDI Streams ................................................... 40
Setting the Amp Control .............................................................................................................. 41
Change the Pedal Settings....................................................................................................................... 42
Set the Patch Name .................................................................................................................................. 44
Storing (Saving) Patches.......................................................................................................................... 44
Deleting Patches ....................................................................................................................................... 45
Other Features ......................................................................................46
Setting the System Parameters ...............................................................................................................46
Adjusting the LCD Contrast........................................................................................................ 46
Reducing Battery Consumption (Economy Mode).................................................................. 46
Setting the Method Used for Transmitting Program Change messages
in Standard Mode (PC Mode) .....................................................................................................47
Using the [ ] [ ] Pedals to Make the Settings ................................................................... 48
Limiting the Range of Banks That Can Be Switched (Bank Extent) ...................................... 48
Setting the [ ] [ ] Pedal Step Size ....................................................................................... 49
Setting How Numbers are Indicated.......................................................................................... 49
Setting the Polarity of the AMP CONTROL Jacks ...................................................................50
Determining the Role of an EXP PEDAL/CTL Jack ................................................................ 50
Switching the Function of the MODE Pedal Jack..................................................................... 51
Switching How the Pedal Indicators Light ...............................................................................51
Setting the MIDI Transmit Channel ........................................................................................... 52
Setting the Device ID .................................................................................................................... 52
Setting the Bank Select Output.................................................................................................... 52
Setting the Bank Select Value ...................................................................................................... 53
Transmitting Data to an External MIDI Device (Bulk Dump) ............................................... 53
Receiving Data from an External MIDI Device (Bulk Load) .................................................. 54
Appendices............................................................................................55
Restoring the Factory Settings (Factory Reset)..................................................................................... 55
Adjusting the Expression Pedal ............................................................................................................. 56
Error Messages.......................................................................................................................................... 57
Battery Low!................................................................................................................................... 57
Memory Full! .................................................................................................................................57
MIDI Buffer Full!........................................................................................................................... 57
MIDI Offline!.................................................................................................................................. 57
RRC2 Buffer Full! ..........................................................................................................................57
RRC2 Offline!................................................................................................................................. 57
Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................................ 58
MIDI Implementation.............................................................................59
Roland System Exclusive Messages....................................................................................................... 59
1. Data Format for Exclusive Messages ..................................................................................... 59
2. Address-mapped Data Transfer ............................................................................................. 59
3. One-way Transfer Procedure ..................................................................................................60
1. Recognized Receive Data ....................................................................................................................62
2. Transmitted Data.................................................................................................................................. 62
Transmitted Messages.................................................................................................................. 62
3. Exclusive Communications................................................................................................................. 64
4. Parameter Address Map (Model ID = 00H 00H 20H)..................................................................... 64
Specifications........................................................................................68
FC-300 : MIDI FOOT CONTROLLER ...................................................................................................68
Index.......................................................................................................69
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Introduction
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Main Features
• Features four modes (Standard Mode, Control Change Mode, System Exclusive
Mode, Patch Mode)
• Unit comes equipped with two expression pedals and two control pedals.
You can also expand control even further with up to three external expression
pedals or six external control pedals.
• Includes 16-character x 2-line LCD
• Equipped with RRC2 OUT connector; enables connection with RRC2 IN
compatible devices with a single cable
• Includes two separate amp control channels
• Features three-way power supply (AC Adaptor, Dry battery, RRC2)
Panel Descriptions
Display
1
MODE indicator
The current mode is indicated here. (p. 15)
2
BANK/NUMBER display
The currently selected bank and number are indicated here.
3
Liquid Crystal display (LCD)
A variety of information is shown in this display.
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Introduction
• By continuing to hold down
VALUE for a number of
seconds, the value of the
setting can be increased/
decreased continuously.
• The value will increase
rapidly if you hold down
VALUE [ ], then press
and hold VALUE [ ].
• The value will decrease
rapidly if you hold down
VALUE [ ], then press
and hold [ ].
Top Panel (Buttons)
1
4
2
5
3
6
1
PARAMETER button [ ] [ ]
Press these to select parameters.
2
UTILITY button / INS (insert) button
Press this when changing system settings. In the Edit screen, this is used to insert
MIDI messages and blank spaces.
3
MODE button / DEL (delete) button
Press this to change the FC-300’s operating mode. In the Edit screen, this is used to
delete a MIDI message or a character at the cursor location.
4
VALUE button [ ] [ ]
Use this when changing the values of settings.
To jump to the main
parameters, hold down one of
these buttons while you press
the other. With items for which
there aren’t that many
parameters, the FC-300 jumps
to the last (or initial)
parameter.
5
EXIT button
Press this to undo an operation and return to the previous screen.
6
WRITE button
Press this to store settings and execute procedures.
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Top Panel (Pedals)
Introduction
1
[ ] [ ] (down / up) pedals
Use these pedals to switch banks and select numbers.
Additionally, you can switch modes by pressing the pedals simultaneously.
2
CTL (Control) pedals (1, 2)
You can assign the desired functions to these pedals, then use them for control over
those functions.
3
Number pedals (1/6 – 5/10)
These switch the patch numbers.
4
Number pedal indicators (1/6 – 5/10)
The indicator for the currently selected number lights.
A red indicator lights when a number from 1 through 5 is selected; a green indicator
lights when a number from 6 through 10 is selected.
5
EXP PEDAL (expression pedal) (1, 2)
These control the volume, wah, or other aspects of connected devices.
6
EXP PEDAL SW (expression pedal switch) (1, 2)
Firmly press down at the front of the pedal to switch the effect on and off.
When you operate the
expression pedal, please be
careful not to get your fingers
pinched between the movable
part and the panel. In
households with small
children, an adult should
provide supervision until the
child is capable of following all
the rules essential for the safe
operation of the unit.
7
EXP PEDAL SW indicators (expression pedal switch indicators) (1, 2)
Lights when the effect being controlled with the EXP PEDAL SW is on, and goes out
when the effect is turned off.
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Introduction
Rear Panel
2
3
4
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MODE jack
Connect an optional footswitch (such as the BOSS FS-5U) here.
The function is the same as that when the [ ] and [ ] pedals are held down
simultaneously.
3
EXP PEDAL/CTL jack
Connect an optional expression pedal (such as the Roland EV-5, BOSS FV-500L/FV500H) or footswitch (such as the BOSS FS-5U/FS-6) here.
4
AMP CONTROL 1, 2 jack
When using the AMP CONTROL function, connect to the jack used for switching
guitar amp channels.
5
MIDI connectors (OUT, IN)
Connect an external MIDI device to these connectors to transmit and receive MIDI
messages.
5
6
Be sure to connect the RRC2
OUT connector to a device
with an RRC2 IN connector.
Use of the connection with
other devices may cause
generation of heat and damage
to the equipment.
8
7
9
10
6
RRC2 OUT connector
You can connect an external RRC2 IN device here to transmit and receive
performance data between the devices.
At the same time, the FC-300 can be powered by the external RRC2 IN device.
7
POWER switch
Turns the power on and off.
8
DC IN (AC Adaptor) jack
Connect the AC adaptor (PSA series; sold separately) here.
9
Cord Hook
Hook the AC adaptor cord here to prevent the adaptor plug from being
disconnected. Refer to
“Connecting an AC Adaptor”
(p. 12).
When running on power
supplied by an RRC2 IN
device, the power is switched
on regardless of the position of
the POWER switch.
RRC2 is a Roland standard
developed to enable two-way
communications between
RRC2 IN devices and RRC2
OUT devices, while supplying
power to the RRC2 OUT
device from the RRC2 IN
device, all with a single cable.
You must use only the PSA
series AC adaptor. Use of any
other adaptor may cause
overheating or malfunctions.
Making the Connections
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BOSS FS-5U
BOSS FS-6
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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-300 may be changed.
Connections To Make When Using the FC-300 as a MIDI Foot Controller
fig.
AC Adaptor
BOSS PSA series
PCS-31PCS-31
White RedWhite Red
BOSS
FS-5U
EV-5 etc.
BOSS
FS-5U
BOSS
FS-5U
BOSS
FS-6
If you want to use a footswitch for changing the mode, be sure to connect a BOSS FS5U/FS-6 footswitch (Optional) to the MODE jack.
When using the FS-5U or FS-6, set the polarity switch as shown below.
fig.FS-5U.eps
Connect to footswitch jack
Guitar Amp etc.
External Sound Module
MIDI IN
MIDI OUT
MIDI Sequencer etc.
Introduction
921
Before connecting other
devices, always be sure to turn
down the volume on all
devices and turn off their
power to prevent malfunction
and damage to the speakers (or
other components) of
connected devices.
922
This instrument is equipped
with 1/4 inch TRS phone type
acks. Wiring diagrams for
these jacks are shown below.
Make connections after first
checking the wiring diagrams
of other equipment you intend
to connect.
fig.XLR/TRSJack.eps
Install batteries
The FC-300 is not loaded with batteries when purchased.
When running the FC-300 on battery power, install the batteries using the following figure.
fig.change-battery.eps
• When turning the unit
upside-down, get a bunch of
newspapers or magazines,
and place them under the
four corners or at both ends
to prevent damage to the
buttons and controls. Also,
you should try to orient the
unit so no buttons or
controls get damaged.
929
• When turning the unit
upside-down, handle with
care to avoid dropping it, or
allowing it to fall or tip over.
When the battery power
egins to run low, “Battery
Low!” appears in the display.
When this occurs, replace with
new batteries as soon as
possible.
Pressing [EXIT] clears the
message from the display.
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Introduction
925
Use only the specified
expression pedal (Roland EV-
5, BOSS FV-500L/FV-500H;
each sold separately). By
connecting any other
expression pedals, you risk
causing malfunction and/or
damage to the unit.
Carefully connect the RRC2
cable or Ether cable all the way
in—until it is firmly to the
RRC2 connector.
Ethernet cables designed for
crossover connections cannot
be used.
Do not subject the RRC2 cable
and the Ether cable to stress or
physical shock.
PCS-31PCS-31
Connect to footswitch jack
RRC2 cable
RRC2 IN device
EV-5 etc.
Guitar Amp etc.
BOSS
FS-6
BOSS
FS-5U
BOSS
FS-5U
BOSS
FS-5U
White RedWhite Red
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.
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The cord of
the supplied AC Adaptor
Cord Hook
To the Power Outlet
Connections To Make When Using the FC-300 as a
Dedicated Foot Controller for an RRC2 IN Device
(e.g., the VG-99)
fig.
* Power is supplied from the RRC2 IN device, so no batteries or AC adaptor is necessary.
* If using commercially available ethernet cable as the RRC2 connecting cable, be sure that
the cable meets the following specifications.
• Category 5 (Cat5) or above
• Maximum length of 15 meters
12
• Cable designed for straight-through connections
Turning the Power On and Off
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b
Once the connections have been completed (p. 11), turn on power to your various
devices in the order specified. Turning on devices in the wrong order may cause
malfunction or damage to the speakers (or other components) of connected devices.
When Using the FC-300 as a MIDI Foot Controller
Turning On the Power
fig.power-on.eps
First, check that you are connected properly with the external MIDI
instrument. Then set the power switch on the FC-300 to “ON.”
fig.
When the power is turned on, the FC-300 starts up in Standard Mode.
Turning Off the Power
Introduction
In addition, it starts up with
the MIDI channel set to “1,”
ut you can change the startup
MIDI channel if you want.
Refer to “Setting the MIDI
Transmit Channel”
(p. 52).
1
Switch off the power to the device connected to the FC-300.
2
Set the FC-300’s POWER switch to OFF.
When Using the FC-300 as a Dedicated Foot Controller for an RRC2 IN Device (e.g., the VG-99)
Turning On the Power
First, check that you are connected properly with the RRC2 IN device. Then set the
power switch on the RRC2 IN device to “ON.”
fig.
2
Turn on the power of RRC2 IN device.
1
Connect the RRC2 cable.
Carefully connect the RRC2
cable or Ether cable all the way
in—until it is firmly to the
RRC2 connector.
When the RRC2 IN device’s
POWER switch is set to ON,
the FC-300’s power switches
on automatically, regardless of
the position of the FC-300’s
POWER switch.
Turning Off the Power
Switch off the power to the RRC2 IN device connected to the FC-300.
Although the FC-300 starts up
in Standard Mode, it may be
switched to a different mode
y means of settings received
from an RRC2 IN device.
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Introduction
About the MODES
The FC-300 features the following four modes. The pedals function differently
depending on the mode that’s selected.
This manual describes each mode separately, while explaining the items available in
a particular mode.
Standard Mode (p. 16)
This mode is for sending Program Change messages and Control Change messages.
You can use the pedals to send any Program Change messages.
Control Change Mode (p. 21)
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.
You can also store up to five sets, or configurations, of settings for all of the pedals
(Pedal Setting function).
See “Switching Modes” (p.
15) for an explanation of how
to choose a mode.
System Exclusive Mode (p. 28)
This mode is for sending System Exclusive messages.
You can use this mode to operate other equipment that accepts SysEx messages sent
from the FC-300.
Patch Mode (p. 29)
This mode is for transmitting multiple MIDI messages (MIDI streams) already saved
to patches.
Patches are areas of memory in which MIDI streams are stored; you can save up to
100 patches.
An individual patch can hold MIDI messages containing up to a maximum of
approximately 500 bytes.
Using Patch Mode, you can transmit groups of MIDI messages through one patch,
which allows you to switch the settings of multiple devices all at once.
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Switching Modes
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You can change the way the
mode is switched when using
[ ] and [ ] pedal or
footswitch. See
“Switching
the Function of the MODE
Pedal Jack” (p. 51) for the
details on how to do this.
Standard Mode
Control Change Mode
System Exclusive Mode
Patch Mode
You can switch modes using one of the following methods.
• Press [MODE]
• Press a footswitch (BOSS FS-5U/FS-6; sold separately) connected to the MODE
jack
• Simultaneously press the [ ] and [ ] pedals
fig.
Standard Mode
Control Change Mode
System Exclusive Mode
Patch Mode
Introduction
The explanations in this
manual include illustrations
that depict what should
typically be shown by the
display. Note, however, that
your unit may incorporate a
newer, enhanced version of the
system, so what you actually
see in the display may not
always match what appears in
the manual.
About the Mode Indicators
The current mode is indicated with the MODE indicators. You can switch modes
only from the top screen of any mode.
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Standard Mode
• With the factory settings,
Program Change messages
are not transmitted just by
pressing the [ ] and
[ ] pedals. To transmit
Program Change messages
just by pressing the [ ]
and [ ] pedals, read
“Using the [ ] [ ]
Pedals to Make the
Settings” (p. 48).
• You can press the [ ] or
[ ] pedal to change
patch numbers ten at a
time. For more detailed
information, see
“Setting
the [ ] [ ] Pedal
Step Size”
(p. 49).
• You can limit the range of
numbers switched. For
more detailed information,
see
“Limiting the Range of
Banks That Can Be
Switched (Bank Extent)”
(p. 48).
• You can indicate the pedal
bank and number
separately in the BANK/
NUMBER display. For
details, refer to
This is the mode for sending Program Change messages and Control Change
messages.
Transmitting Program Change Messages
Pressing [ ] and [ ] pedals and the number pedals (1/6 – 5/10) transmits the
Program Change messages and Bank select messages for the corresponding number
pedals.
1
Press the [ ] pedal, and the numbers decrease by five; press the [ ]
pedal, and the numbers increase by five.
The BANK/NUMBER display and Number pedal indicators flash.
Setting How Tones are Switched
Press the number pedal (1/6–5/10) to select the number.
The indicator for the number pedal pressed lights, and the Program Change message
is transmitted.
With the factory settings, transmission of Bank Select messages and Program
Change messages is in accordance with what is indicated in the BANK/NUMBER
display, as shown below.
BANK/NUMBER Display
001–128
129–130 1 0 29–30
You can set the way the FC-300 switches tones with the pedals and displays tone
numbers.
Make the settings to match the specifications of the external MIDI devices you are
using (p. 47).
2
Bank Select Message
(MSB) (LSB)
0 0 1–128
Program Change Message
“Setting
How Numbers are
Indicated” (p. 49).
• You can stop output of
Bank Select messages. For
details, refer to “Setting
the Bank Select Output”
(p. 52).
• You can change the Bank
Select messages. For details,
refer to “Setting the Bank
Select Value” (p. 53).
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Transmitting Control Change Messages
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
“Mode” (p. 20).
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You can transmit Control Change messages with expression pedals and control
pedals.
Standard Mode
Using the Expression Pedals
In keeping with the movement of the expression pedal, Control Change messages
with the controller numbers set for each pedal are transmitted consecutively.
Each pedal is set at the factory as shown below.
Expression Pedal
EXP PEDAL 1
EXP PEDAL 2 1 0–127
CC# Range
7 0–127
Using the Control Pedal and Expression Pedal Switch
When you use control pedals, you can use the control pedals to send the Control
Change messages for the controller numbers assigned to each of the pedals.
In addition, you can activate the expression pedal switch by strongly pressing down
on the toe end of the pedal.
Control Change messages with the controller numbers set for each pedal are
transmitted.
Each pedal is set at the factory as shown below.
Pedal
CTL PEDAL 1
CTL PEDAL 2 81 0–127 LATCH
EXP PEDAL SW 1 82 0–127 LATCH
EXP PEDAL SW 2 83 0–127 LATCH
CC# Range Mode
80 0–127 LATCH
For details about the all
parameters and changes the
setting, refer to “Change the
Pedal Settings” (p. 19).
You can use the control pedal
and expression pedal switch to
switch the AMP CONTROL
acks – see “Change the Pedal
Settings” (p. 19).
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Standard Mode
Using the External Control Pedals and Expression Pedals
You can connect separately available footswitches and expression pedals and use the
external pedals just like the FC-300’s pedals to transmit Control Change messages,
Realtime messages, and other such data.
For details about the all
parameters and changes the
setting, refer to “Change the
Pedal Settings” (p. 19).
When a BOSS FS-5U, FS-6 Footswitch is Connected,
Assigned to CTL Pedal:
These function in the same way as the FC-300’s built-in control pedals.
Connect a control pedal to the EXP PEDAL/CTL jack and set the FC-300 to enable
use of the pedal. (p. 50)
* If you have two FS-5U pedals or an FS-6 pedal connected to the CTL3,4 jack with a special
PCS-31 connecting cable (from Roland; available separately), the footswitch connected to
the plug with the white ring controls the setting of CONTROL 3, and the footswitch
connected to the plug with the red ring controls the setting of CONTROL 4.
* When only one footswitch is connected to the CTL3,4 jack, the CONTROL 3 settings are
enabled.
* When an FS-6 is connected to the CTL3,4 jack with an optional connection cable
(stereo 1/4” phone ←→ stereo 1/4” phone), pedal switch B operates according to the
CONTROL 3 settings, and pedal switch A operates according to the CONTROL 4
settings.
See “Making the
Connections” (p. 11) for
instructions on setting the
polarity switch and mode
switch for the connected pedal.
When a Roland EV-5, BOSS FV-500L or FV-500H is
Connected, Assigned to Expression Pedal:
These function in the same way as the FC-300’s built-in expression pedals.
Connect a expression pedal to the EXP PEDAL/CTL jack and set the FC-300 to
enable use of the pedal. (p. 50)
* These do not operate as expression pedal switches.
* If you are connecting a BOSS FV-500L/FV-500H, connect the pedal with an optional
←→
connection cable (stereo 1/4” phone
stereo 1/4” phone).
Controller Numbers for Each Pedal
Each pedal is set at the factory as shown below.
Pedal
CTL3
CTL4 75 0–127 LATCH
CTL5 10 0–127 LATCH
CTL6 91 0–127 LATCH
CTL7 11 0–127 LATCH
CTL8 64 0–127 LATCH
EXP PEDAL 3 76 0–127 EXP PEDAL 4 10 0–127 EXP PEDAL 5 11 0–127 -
CC# Range Mode
76 0–127 LATCH
For details about the all
parameters and changes the
setting, refer to “Change the
Pedal Settings” (p. 19).
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Change the Pedal Settings
MIDI Message
You can freely change the settings for each pedal.
1
In the Standard Mode’s top screen, press PARAMETER [ ].
2
Press PARAMETER [ ] [ ] to display the pedal setting screens.
3
Press VALUE [ ] [ ] to change the value.
Standard Mode
MIDI Messages
This selects the MIDI messages to be transmitted.
fig.05-009
• OFF
These do not output MIDI messages.
• CC#1–CC#31, CC#33–CC#95
These output Control Change messages.
When the pedal is used as an expression pedal, consecutive values are output within
the range set with the Range setting. When the pedal is used as a control pedal or
other type of switch, the maximum value is output when the switch is on, and the
minimum value is output when the switch is off.
• MIDI START / MIDI STOP / MIDI CONTINUE / MMC STOP / MMC PLAY /
MMC DEF PLAY / MMC FAST FWD / MMC REWIND / MMC REC STROBE /
MMC REC EXIT / MMC REC PAUSE / MMC PAUSE
This transmits MIDI Realtime messages and MMC messages.
When assigned to an expression pedal, messages are output once the pedal is
pressed downward past the halfway point; when assigned to a control pedal or other
switch, the messages are output when the switch is on.
• P.BEND / CH.PRS
These transmit various Pitch Bend messages and Channel Pressure messages.
When assigned to an expression pedal, consecutive values are output within the
range set with the Range parameter. When assigned to a control pedal, the
maximum value is output when the switch is on, and the minimum value is output
when the switch is off.
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Standard Mode
Range
This sets the range for values that are transmitted.
fig.05-009
Minimum Maximum
Mode
This sets the switch mode.
fig.05-009
Value
LATCH
MOMENTARY The value will be ON while you press the pedal, and OFF when you
Explanation
The ON and OFF will alternate each time you press the pedal.
release the pedal.
AMP Ctl Op (Amp Control Operation)
This selects whether or not the AMP CONTROL jack is to be controlled.
fig.05-009
The Range parameter is
enabled when CC#, P.BEND,
or CH.PRS is selected.
The Mode parameter and AMP
Ctl Op parameter are enabled
when a control pedal or other
switch function is selected.
This parameter is ignored
when the pedal is used as a
expression pedal.
AMP CONTROL
1 jack
AMP CONTROL
2 jack
When the AMP Ctl Op parameter is set to ON and the AMP Polarity parameter is set
to Normal, control of AMP CONTROL with the pedal functions as shown below.
fig.05-009
When the pedal is OFF
Guitar Amp
(amps channel switching jack)
When the pedal is ON
Guitar Amp
(amps channel switching jack)
Closed
FC-300
(AMP CONTROL jack)
Open
FC-300
(AMP CONTROL jack)
4
When you have finished making the settings, press [EXIT] to return to the
initial screen.
The settings are saved, and the FC-300 returns to the initial screen.
You can change the polarity of
the AMP CONTROL jacks. For
more detailed information, see
“Setting the Polarity of the
AMP CONTROL Jacks” (p.
50).
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Control Change Mode
For details about the all
parameters and changes the
setting, refer to “Change the
Pedal Settings” (p. 24).
About the 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.
Pedal Setting Number
You can also store up to five sets, or configurations, of settings for all of the pedals
within the FC-300’s memory. Called pedal settings, these configurations can be
switched as needed (p. 26).
Transmitting Control Change Messages
Pressing the various pedals transmits the Control Change messages set for the
respective pedal over the selected MIDI channel.
Number Pedal (1/6–5/10)
Control Change messages with the controller numbers set for each pedal are
transmitted.
Each pedal is set at the factory as shown below.
Pedal
1
2 66 0–127 LATCH 7 71 0–127 LATCH
3 67 0–127 LATCH 8 72 0–127 LATCH
4 68 0–127 LATCH 9 73 0–127 LATCH
5 69 0–127 LATCH 10 74 0–127 LATCH
CC# Range Mode Pedal CC# Range Mode
65 0–127 LATCH 6 70 0–127 LATCH
[ ] [ ] Pedal
These switch the number pedal functions.
Pedal
[]
[] This sets the number pedals to function as pedals 6–10.
Explanation
This sets the number pedals to function as pedals 1–5.
When the [ ] pedal is pressed, the [ ] pedal’s indicator lights, and the functions
for number pedals 1–5 become operable.
When the [ ] pedal is pressed, the [ ] pedal’s indicator lights, and the functions
for number pedals 6–10 become operable.
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Control Change Mode
You can use the control pedal
and expression pedal switch to
switch the AMP CONTROL
jacks – see
“Change the Pedal
Settings” (p. 24).
Using the Expression Pedals
In keeping with the movement of the expression pedal, Control Change messages
with the controller numbers set for each pedal are transmitted consecutively.
Each pedal is set at the factory as shown below.
Expression Pedal
EXP PEDAL 1
EXP PEDAL 2 1 0–127
CC# Range
7 0–127
Using the Control Pedal and Expression Pedal Switch
Control Change messages with the controller numbers set for each pedal are
transmitted.
Each pedal is set at the factory as shown below.
Pedal
CTL PEDAL 1
CTL PEDAL 2 81 0–127 LATCH
EXP PEDAL SW 1 82 0–127 LATCH
EXP PEDAL SW 2 83 0–127 LATCH
CC# Range Mode
80 0–127 LATCH
For details about the all
parameters and changes the
setting, refer to “Change the
Pedal Settings” (p. 24).
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 “Mode” (p. 25).
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