The FP-4F features the SuperNATURAL piano sound generator and the Ivory Feel-G keyboard.
You’ll enjoy full-edged piano performances with richly expressive piano sounds and a keyboard that allows you to express every nuance of your
musical inspiration.
Functions for Even More Playing Enjoyment
Session Partner (p. 34)
This provides a realistic-sounding accompaniment for your performance, letting you enjoy the sensation of playing a session with a backing band.
Registrations (p. 39)
Allows you to save your favorite performance settings, including settings for the sounds and settings for Session Partner, then call them up again
anytime you like.
EXT MEMORY connector (p. 57)
Allows you to save some of your most memorable performances and your favorite performance settings to a USB memory.
You will also be able to have backing music be played while you perform, whether it be songs stored on USB memory, or songs from music CDs that
you play using a CD drive.
* USB memory, CD drive, and music CDs are sold separately.
Easy to read display makes it easy to use
A variety of information, such as the name of sounds, is shown in the LCD screen, making operation of the instrument a lot easier.
Conventions in this Manual
• Text enclosed in square brackets [ ] indicates the name of a button or a knob, such as the [DISPLAY] button.
• Lines that begin with 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. **).
• 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 (the names of tones, rhythms, etc.), so what you actually see in the display may not
always match what appears in the manual.
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 6), and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 8). 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.
Playing Sounds When the Keys Are Released (KOFF RES) . . . 53
Changing How the Pedal Eects Are Applied (D.PDL PRT) .53
Changing How the Pedals Work (C.PDL FNC/L.PDL FNC) . . . 53
Decreasing the Playback Volume of Sounds in the Center
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 eects caused with
respect to the home and all its
furnishings, as well to domestic animals
or pets.
About the Symbols
The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or
warnings.The specic 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 specic 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 specic 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 power-cord
plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or its AC adaptor.
Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts within
it (except when this manual provides specic 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.
Never install the unit in any of the following locations.
• Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct sunlight
in an enclosed vehicle, near a heating duct, on top of
heat-generating equipment); or are
• Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet oors); or are
• Exposed to steam or smoke; or are
• Subject to salt exposure; or are
• Humid; or are
• Exposed to rain; or are
• Dusty or sandy; or are
• Subject to high levels of vibration and shakiness.
This unit should be used only with a stand that is recommended by Roland.
When using the unit with a stand recommended by Roland,
the stand must be carefully placed so it is level and sure to
remain stable. If not using a stand, you still need to make
sure that any location you choose for placing the unit provides a level surface that will properly support the unit, and
keep it from wobbling.
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 specied on the AC adaptor’s body. Other
AC adaptors may use a dierent polarity, or be designed
for a dierent voltage, so their use could result in damage,
malfunction, or electric shock.
Use only the attached power-supply cord. Also, the supplied
power cord must not be used with any other device.
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
re and shock hazards!
This unit, either alone or in combination with an amplier
and headphones or speakers, may be capable of producing
sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. Do
not operate for a long period of time at a high volume level,
or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any
hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should immediately
stop using the unit, and consult an audiologist.
Do not place containers containing liquid (e.g., ower vases)
on this product. Never allow foreign objects (e.g., ammable objects, coins, wires) or liquids (e.g., water or juice) to
enter this product. Doing so may cause short circuits, faulty
operation, or other malfunctions.
Immediately turn the power o, 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, the power-supply cord, or the plug 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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USING THE UNIT SAFELY
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.
Protect the unit from strong impact.
(Do not drop it!)
Do not force the unit’s power-supply 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.
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.
The unit and the AC adaptor should be located so their
location or position does not interfere with their proper
ventilation.
If you need to move the instrument, take note of the precautions listed below. At least two persons are required to
safely lift and move the unit. It should be handled carefully,
all the while keeping it level. Make sure to have a rm grip,
to protect yourself from injury and the instrument from
damage.
• Check to make sure the knob bolts securing the unit to
the stand have not become loose. Fasten them again
securely whenever you notice any loosening.
• Disconnect the AC adaptor.
• Disconnect all cords coming from external devices.
• Remove the music rest.
Before cleaning the unit, turn o the power and unplug the
AC adaptor from the outlet (p. 13).
Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning in your
area, disconnect the AC adaptor from the outlet.
Should you remove the music rest attachment screws and
the ground terminal screw, keep them in a safe place out of
children’s reach, so there is no chance of them being swallowed accidentally.
This (FP-4F) for use only with Roland stand KSC-44, KS-G8,
KS-18Z, or KS-12. Use with other stands is capable of resulting in instability causing possible injury.
Even if you observe the cautions given in the owner’s
manual, certain types of handling may allow this product to
fall from the stand, or cause the stand to overturn. Please be
mindful of any safety issues before using this product.
Always grasp only the plug on the AC adaptor cord when
plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.
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 re.
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.
Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the unit.
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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IMPORTANT NOTES
Power Supply
• 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 lter between this unit and the electrical
outlet.
• 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 connecting this unit to other devices, turn o the power to all units.
This will help prevent malfunctions and/or damage to speakers or other
devices.
Placement
• Using the unit near power ampliers (or other equipment containing large
power transformers) may induce hum. To alleviate the problem, change
the orientation of this unit; or move it farther away from the source of
interference.
• This device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use
this device in the vicinity of such receivers.
• Noise may be produced if wireless communications devices, such as
cell phones, are operated in the vicinity of this unit. Such noise could
occur when receiving or initiating a call, or while conversing. Should you
experience such problems, you should relocate such wireless devices so
they are at a greater distance from this unit, or switch them o.
• 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. Also, do not allow lighting devices that normally
are used while their light source is very close to the unit (such as a piano
light), or powerful spotlights to shine upon the same area of the unit for
extended periods of time. Excessive heat can deform or discolor the unit.
• When moved from one location to another where the temperature and/or
humidity is very dierent, 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.
• Do not allow rubber, vinyl, or similar materials to remain on this unit for
long periods of time. Such objects can discolor or otherwise harmfully
aect the nish.
Maintenance
• To clean the unit, use a dry, soft cloth; or one that is slightly dampened. Try
to wipe the entire surface using an equal amount of strength, moving the
cloth along with the grain of the wood. Rubbing too hard in the same area
can damage the nish.
• Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid the
possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.
Repairs and Data
• 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 USB memories, 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
• 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 on USB memories.
• Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of data that
was stored in the unit’s memory or USB memories once it has been lost.
Roland Corporation assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.
• 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.
• Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.
• 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.
• To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit’s volume at
reasonable levels. You may prefer to use headphones, so you do not need
to be concerned about those around you.
• The sound of keys being struck and vibrations produced by playing an
instrument can be transmitted through a oor or wall to an unexpected
extent. In particular, when using headphones, please take care not to
cause annoyance to others nearby.
• Do not allow objects to remain on top of the keyboard. This can be the
cause of malfunction, such as keys ceasing to produce sound.
• Do not paste stickers, decals, or the like to this instrument. Peeling such
matter o the instrument may damage the exterior nish.
• 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.
• Do not put anything that contains water (e.g., ower vases) on this unit.
Also, avoid the use of insecticides, perfumes, alcohol, nail polish, spray
cans, etc., near the unit. Swiftly wipe away any liquid that spills on the unit
using a dry, soft cloth.
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• 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.
• Do not apply undue force to the music rest while it is in use.
• Use only the specied expression pedal (EV-5 or EV-7; sold separately).
By connecting any other expression pedals, you risk causing malfunction
and/or damage to the unit.
• Some connection cables contain resistors. Do not use cables that
incorporate resistors for connecting to this unit. The use of such cables
can cause the sound level to be extremely low, or impossible to hear. For
information on cable specications, contact the manufacturer of the cable.
• Recording, duplication, distribution, sale, lease, performance, or broadcast
of copyrighted material (musical works, visual works, broadcasts, live
performances, etc.) belonging to a third party in part or in whole without
the permission of the copyright owner is forbidden by law.
• Do not use this product for purposes that could infringe on a copyright
held by a third party. We assume no responsibility whatsoever with regard
to any infringements of third-party copyrights arising through your use of
this product.
• The copyright of content in this product (the sound waveform data, style
data, accompaniment patterns, phrase data, audio loops and image data)
is reserved by Roland Corporation and/or Atelier Vision Corporation.
• Purchasers of this product are permitted to utilize said content for the
creating, performing, recording and distributing original musical works.
• Purchasers of this product are NOT permitted to extract said content
in original or modied form, for the purpose of distributing recorded
medium of said content or making them available on a computer network.
Before Using USB Memories
Using USB Memories
• Carefully insert the USB memories all the way in—until it is rmly in place.
EXT MEMORY connector
IMPORTANT NOTES
USB memory
• Never touch the terminals of the USB memories. Also, avoid getting the
terminals dirty.
• USB memories are constructed using precision components; handle the
USB memories carefully, paying particular note to the following.
• To prevent damage to the USB memories from static electricity, be sure
to discharge any static electricity from your own body before handling
the USB memories.
• Do not touch or allow metal to come into contact with the contact
portion of the USB memories.
• Do not bend, drop, or subject USB memories to strong shock or
vibration.
• Do not keep USB memories in direct sunlight, in closed vehicles, or
other such locations.
• Do not allow USB memories to become wet.
• Do not disassemble or modify the USB memories.
Care of the keyboard
• Do not write on the keyboard with any pen or other implement, and do
not stamp or place any marking on the instrument. Ink will seep into the
surface lines and become unremovable.
• Do not ax stickers on the keyboard. You may be unable to remove
stickers that use strong adhesives, and the adhesive may cause
discoloration.
• To remove stubborn dirt, use a commercially available keyboard cleaner
that does not contain abrasives. Start by wiping lightly. If the dirt does
not come o, wipe using gradually increasing amounts of pressure while
taking care not to scratch the keys.
* GS ( ) is a registered trademark of Roland Corporation.
* XGlite (
Yamaha Corporation.
* All product names mentioned in this document are trade-
marks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
* MMP (Moore Microprocessor Portfolio) refers to a patent
portfolio concerned with microprocessor architecture, which
was developed by Technology Properties Limited (TPL).
Roland has licensed this technology from the TPL Group.
) is a registered trademark or a trademark of
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Panel Descriptions
Front Panel
11
1
[VOLUME] knob
1
Adjusts the overall volume of the FP-4F (p. 14).
If headphones are connected, this adjusts the headphone volume
(p. 17).
[BALANCE] knob
2
Adjusts the volume balance between the keyboard performance
and the accompaniment (Song, Session Partner) (p. 14).
SESSION PARTNER [START/STOP] button
3
This button starts/stops Session Partner playback. By starting
Session Partner, you can produce an accompaniment in a style such
as jazz or rock (p. 34).
SESSION PARTNER [VARIATION] button
4
This button switches the accompaniment pattern of the rhythm to
the variation accompaniment pattern (p. 36).
SONG [PLAY/STOP] button
5
Plays/stops a recorded performance, internal song, or a song saved
in internal memory or USB memory (p. 31).
Also used to start the recording of a performance (p. 42).
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TEMPO [-] button
7
Slows down the song tempo (p. 32).
TEMPO [+] button
8
Speeds up the song tempo (p. 32).
[METRONOME] button
9
Turns the metronome on/o (p. 20).
You’ll also use this button to set the time signature (p. 21).
Display
10
Shows information such as the tone name, song number, and
tempo.
[CONTRAST] knob
11
Adjusts the brightness of the screen (p. 17).
SONG [REC] button
6
Press this button when you want the sound of your own
performance or the Session Partner performance to be recorded on
the FP-4F (p. 42).
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Panel Descriptions
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[DISPLAY] button
12
Used to switch screen or to cancel a procedure.
[-] button
13
Selects sounds or edits a function’s setting.
By pressing the [-] button and [+] button simultaneously, you can
reset the setting to its default value.
If the song select screen is shown and a song is playing, you can
rewind by holding down this button.
[+] button
14
Selects sounds or edits a function’s setting.
By pressing the [-] button and [+] button simultaneously, you can
reset the setting to its default value.
If the song select screen is shown and a song is playing, you can
fast-forward by holding down this button.
TONE buttons
15
Used to select the type of sound that’s to be played on the
keyboard (tone group) (p. 19), and to switch among or write favorite
performance settings (registrations).
In some screens, pressing the [PIANO] button will conrm an
operation or take you to the next screen. In such cases, the [PIANO]
button will blink.
[SPLIT] button
16
Allows you to play dierent tones in the left and right zones of the
keyboard (p. 26).
By holding down this button and pressing the [TRANSPOSE]
button, you can turn the V-LINK function on/o (p. 64).
[TRANSPOSE] button
17
Transposes the pitch of the keyboard or song (p. 29).
By holding down the [TRANSPOSE] button while you press the
[SPLIT] button, you can switch the V-LINK function on/o (p. 64).
Additionally, you can listen to demo songs by holding down the
[TRANSPOSE] button and pressing the [REVERB] button (p. 18).
[REVERB] button
18
Applies reverberation to the sound, creating the impression that
you are performing in a concert hall (p. 23).
By holding down the [REVERB] button and pressing the
[TRANSPOSE] button, you can listen to demo songs (p. 18).
Additionally, you can enter Function mode (p. 48) by holding down
the [REVERB] button while you press the [EQUALIZER] button.
[EQUALIZER] button
19
Turns the equalizer on/o (p. 24).
You can enter Function mode (p. 48) by holding down this button
while you press the [REVERB] button.
By holding down the [EQUALIZER] button for several seconds,
you can disable all operations that involve the use of the panel’s
buttons (Panel Lock; p. 30).
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Panel Descriptions
Rear Panel
1
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2
EXT MEMORY connector
1
Connect your USB memory here.
Songs saved on USB memory can be played back (p. 58), and songs
you recorded on the FP-4F can be saved to USB memory (p. 45).
USB (MIDI) connector
2
Connect your computer for transferring performance data (p. 63).
MIDI connectors
3
Connect an external MIDI device here to transfer performance data
(p. 61).
PEDAL jacks
4
Connect the included pedal or a separately available pedal (RPU-3)
here (p. 16).
INPUT jacks
5
Connect an audio device or another electronic music instrument
here, so that its sound can be heard through the FP-4F’s speakers
(p. 60).
OUTPUT jacks
6
Connect these to your external speaker system.
The sound of the FP-4F can be output from connected audio
equipment or speakers (p. 60).
Grounding terminal
10
Depending on where and how you have your equipment set up,
you may experience an uncomfortable sensation or notice that
the surface feels gritty when you touch the metal portions of this
instrument. This is due to an innitesimal electrical charge, which
is absolutely harmless. However, if you are concerned about this,
connect the ground terminal (see gure) 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 re or explosion)
• Telephone-line ground or lightning rod (may be dangerous in
the event of lightning)
PHONES jacks
7
Connect your headphones here (p. 17).
The FP-4F allows you to use two sets of headphones
simultaneously.
[POWER] switch
8
Turns the power on/o (p. 13).
DC IN jack
9
Connect the included AC adaptor here (p. 13).
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Before You Play
Getting Ready to Play
Connecting the AC adaptor
1. Make sure that the [POWER] switch is o (outward position).
On
O
2. Turn the [VOLUME] knob all the way toward the left to
minimize the volume.
Turning the Power On/O
* Once the connections have been completed, turn on power to your
various devices in the order specied. By turning on devices in
the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to
speakers and other devices.
* Always make sure to have the volume level turned down before
switching on power. Even with the volume all the way down, you
may still hear some sound when the power is switched on, but this is
normal, and does not indicate a malfunction.
Turning the power on
1. Turn the [VOLUME] knob all the way toward the left to
minimize the volume.
3. Connect the included AC adaptor to the DC IN jack located
on the FP-4F’s rear panel, and plug the power cord into an
electrical outlet.
AC adaptor
Indicator
Place the AC adaptor so the side with the indicator (see illustration)
faces upwards and the side with textual information faces downwards.
The indicator will light when you plug the AC adaptor into an AC
outlet.
Power cord
To AC outlet
2. Press the [POWER] switch to turn it on.
The power will turn on, and buttons such as the TONE buttons will
light.
On
O
3. Use the [VOLUME] knob to adjust the volume (p. 14).
Now you can play the keyboard to produce sound.
* This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a
few seconds) after power up is required before the unit will operate
normally.
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Before You Play
Turning the Power O
1. Turn the [VOLUME] knob all the way toward the left to
minimize the volume.
2. Press the [POWER] switch to turn it o.
The power will turn o.
On
O
Adjusting the Volume
Here’s how to adjust the volume of the sounds you play from the
keyboard, or the volume of songs played back from internal memory
or USB memory.
If headphones are connected, this adjusts the headphone volume.
1. Turn the [VOLUME] knob to adjust the overall volume.
Play the keyboard to produce sound while you adjust the volume.
Turning the knob toward the right will increase the volume, and
turning it toward the left will decrease the volume.
Adjusting the Volume Balance between Your
Keyboard Performance and the Accompaniment
Here’s how to adjust the volume balance between the sound of your
keyboard performance and the accompaniment (Song or Session
Partner).
1. Turn the [BALANCE] knob to adjust the volume balance.
Turning the knob toward the left (toward “ACCOMP”) will decrease the
volume of your keyboard performance.
Turning the knob toward the right (toward “KEYBOARD”) will decrease
the volume of the accompaniment.
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Attaching the Music Rest
Here’s how to attach the included music rest.
1. Loosen the music rest attachment screws located on the
back of the piano (two locations).
2. Place the music rest between the screws and the chassis.
Before You Play
3. While using one hand to support the music rest, tighten
the screws (two locations) to fasten the music rest rmly in
place.
When attaching the music rest, you must use your hand to support it
rmly so that it does not fall. Be careful not to pinch your hand.
To remove the music rest, support it with one hand while you loosen
the screws. Remove the music rest, and then securely retighten the
screws.
* Don’t apply excessive force to the installed music rest.
* When attaching the music rest, you must use the music rest attach-
ment screws that were attached to the piano.
* Should you remove the music rest attachment screws, keep them
in a safe place out of children’s reach, so there is no chance of them
being swallowed accidentally.
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Before You Play
Connecting Pedals
Connect the included pedal to one of the PEDAL jacks.
The function of the pedal will depend on the jack to which it’s
connected.
Pedal
Damper pedal
Use this to sustain the sound.
While you hold down the damper pedal, notes will be sustained even if
you take your ngers o the keyboard. This is the same function as the
right pedal of an acoustic piano.
The included pedal will detect a continuous value, so the amount
by which you press the pedal will smoothly control the depth of the
damper pedal eect.
On an acoustic piano, pressing the damper pedal allows other strings
to resonate sympathetically with the notes you play, producing a rich
and spacious resonance. The FP-4F simulates this natural damper
resonance.
MEMO
Set the switch on the included pedal to “Continuous” when the pedal
is connected.
Sostenuto pedal
The notes you are pressing when this pedal is depressed will be
sustained. This is the same function as the center pedal of an acoustic
piano.
Soft pedal
Use this to soften the sound.
When you play the keyboard while holding down the soft pedal,
the sound will be softer than normal for the same keyboard playing
strength. This is the same function as the left pedal of an acoustic
piano.
The included pedal will detect a continuous value, so the amount by
which you press the pedal will smoothly control the depth of the soft
pedal eect.
Connected JackOperation
DAMPER/R jackThe pedal will operate as a damper pedal.
SOSTENUTO/C (FC2) jack
SOFT/L (FC1) jack
* Unplugging a pedal cord from the unit while the power is on may
cause the pedal’s eect to be applied without stopping. The power
of the FP-4F must be turned o before inserting or removing a pedal
cord.
The pedal will operate as a sostenuto pedal.
Alternatively, you can assign a dierent
function (p. 55, p. 53).
The pedal will operate as a soft pedal.
Alternatively, you can assign a dierent
function (p. 55, p. 53).
MEMO
• If you connect the separately available RPU-3 pedal, allows you to
enjoy piano performances at their fullest, since you can use three
pedals.
• You can connect an expression pedal to the SOSTENUTO/C (FC2)
jack or SOFT/L (FC1) jack, and use it to control the FP-4F’s volume
p. 53).
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Use only the specied expression pedal (EV-5 or EV-7; sold
separately). By connecting any other expression pedals, you risk
causing malfunction and/or damage to the unit.
• With the pedal connected to the SOSTENUTO/C (FC2) jack or the
SOFT/L (FC1) jack, it can be assigned other functions as well (p. 53, p.
55).
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Before You Play
Using Headphones
If you use headphones, you’ll be able to play even at night without
being heard by others nearby.
Since the FP-4F has two headphone jacks, two people can use
headphones simultaneously.
Adjusting the Display Brightness
Here’s how to adjust the brightness of the FP-4F’s display.
1. Turn the [CONTRAST] knob to adjust the brightness of the
display.
* At times, you may notice that colors in the screen seem slightly
discolored. This is caused by a phenomenon inherent to liquid
crystal displays, and does not indicate a malfunction. By using the
[CONTRAST] knob to adjust the contrast of the screen, you can
minimize discolor.
* The contrast of the screen may be aected by the temperature.
1. Connect your headphones to the PHONES jack.
If headphones are connected, sound will not be heard from the FP-4F’s
speakers.
2. Use the [VOLUME] knob (p. 14) to adjust the headphone
volume.
* To avoid damaging the cord’s internal conductive elements,
always grasp either the headset itself or the plug when handling
headphones.
* 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
Listening to the Demo Songs
Here’s how to listen to the demo songs. The FP-4F provides four demo songs.
* You can’t play back the demo songs if your recorded performance has not been saved. You need to save your recorded performance (p. 45).
1. Hold down the [TRANSPOSE] button and press the [REVERB] button.
The TONE buttons will blink.
Button assigned to each demo song Song NameComposer
[E. PIANO] button(Original song by Roland)Masashi Hirashita
[ORGAN] button(Original song by Roland)Masashi Hirashita
[OTHERS] button(Original song by Roland)Masashi Hirashita
* All rights reserved. Unauthorized use of this material for purposes other than private, personal enjoyment is a violation of applicable laws.
* The performance data for the demo songs is not output from the MIDI OUT connector.
2. Press one of the TONE buttons to which a demo song is assigned.
The demo songs will play consecutively, starting with the song whose button you pressed. The button corresponding to the currently playing demo
song will blink.
When the last demo song has nished playing, playback will continue from the rst demo song.
3. To stop playback, press the blinking button.
4. To end the demo, press either the [TRANSPOSE] button or the [REVERB] button.
The indicators for the TONE buttons will return to their original state.
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Performing
Performing Various Sounds
The FP-4F lets you enjoy performing with piano sounds and other types of sounds (a total of more than 300).
These sounds are called “Tones.” The tones are organized into four groups, and each group is assigned to a TONE button.
Let’s start by performing with a piano tone.
1. Press the [PIANO] button.
The number and name of the currently selected tone is shown.
2. Press the [-] or [+] button.
The instrument will switch to another tone within the same group.
About the available tones
ButtonExplanation
[PIANO] buttonAllows you to select various instruments, including grand pianos, honky-tonk pianos, and historical instruments.
* For some tones, there are keys that produce no sound.
MEMO
For details on the tones, refer to “Tone List” (p. 70).
Allows you to select various electric piano sounds used in pop or rock, as well as the sound of instruments played
using mallets.
Allows you to select organ tones.
If you’ve selected a tone to which the rotary eect is applied, pressing the [ORGAN] button will switch the speed
of the rotary eect.
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Performing
Performing with the Metronome
You can sound the metronome while you play.
You can also change the metronome’s volume and time signature.
If a song is playing, the metronome will sound according to the song’s tempo and time signature.
1. Press the [METRONOME] button.
The [METRONOME] button will begin blinking, and the beat will be indicated in the display.
The [METRONOME] button will blink red and green in keeping with the currently selected time signature.
Red indicates the downbeat and green indicates the weak beats.
Press the [METRONOME] button once again to stop the metronome.
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Changing the Metronome’s Time Signature
1. Press the [METRONOME] button.
The metronome will sound.
2. Press the [-] or [+] button.
When set to “0/4,” the bell sound for the strong beat will no longer sound; only the sound for the weaker beats will be sounded.
When you record your performance, it will be recorded using the time signature you specify here.
When you play back a song, the metronome’s time signature will be set to the time signature of that song.
Available time signatures2/2, 0/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 7/4, 3/8, 6/8, 9/8, 12/8
Performing
* You can’t change the metronome’s time signature while a song is playing.
1. Hold down the [METRONOME] button and press the [-] or [+] button.
The display will show the volume of the metronome.
If the metronome’s volume is set at “0,” you won’t hear the metronome.
Metronome volume range0–10
Adding a Count-in to Synchronize Your Performance
By adding a “count-in” before the song starts, you can ensure that you begin playing at the appropriate time.
If you’re performing along with a song, sounding a count-in will make it easier for you to synchronize your performance with the song.
1. Press the [METRONOME] button.
The metronome will sound.
2. Press the SONG [PLAY/STOP] button.
A two-measure count will sound before the song starts playing.
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Adding Reverberation (Reverb Eect)
You can add a pleasant reverberation to the sounds you play from the keyboard, creating the impression that you are performing in a concert hall.
This is called the “reverb eect.”
1. Press the [REVERB] button.
The [REVERB] button will light.
If you press the [REVERB] button once again, the button will go out and the reverb eect will be cancelled.
Performing
Changing the Depth of the Reverb Eect
1. Hold down the [REVERB] button and press the [-] or [+] button.
The display will indicate the reverb depth setting.
Higher values produce deeper reverb.
Reverb depth range1–10
MEMO
The modied setting will return to its original value when you turn o the power.
If desired, you can have the setting be retained even while the power is turned o (p. 39).
* The reverb depth cannot be set individually for each tone. The same depth of reverb is applied to each tone.
* The reverb depth for a song being played back will not change.
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Performing
Adjusting the Tone Quality (Equalizer)
You can use the equalizer to adjust the sound’s tone quality.
1. Press the [EQUALIZER] button.
The [EQUALIZER] button will light.
If you press the [EQUALIZER] button once again, the button will go out and the equalizer will turn o.
MEMO
You can make detailed adjustments to the equalizer settings.
For details, refer to “Editing the Equalizer Settings” (p. 52).
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Playing Two Tones Layered (Dual Play)
You can play two tones simultaneously from a single key. This is called “Dual Play.”
As an example, here’s how to layer piano and strings tones.
1. Hold down the [PIANO] button and press the [OTHERS] button.
Both buttons will light.
When you play the keyboard, you’ll hear the piano and strings tones layered.
When you press any TONE button, Dual Play will be cancelled, and only the sound of the button you pressed will be heard.
* You can’t use Dual Play simultaneously with Split Play.
Performing
About the tones
Tone nameCorresponding buttonHow to select a tone
Tone 1TONE button at the leftPress the [-] or [+] button.
Tone 2TONE button at the rightHold down the tone 2 button (the lit TONE button at the right) and press the [-] or [+] button.
* Depending on how you combine tones, Tone 2 may sound dierently than you expect.
MEMO
• You can adjust the volume balance of the two tones (p. 51).
• You can shift the pitch of tone 2 in steps of an octave (p. 51).
• When you press the damper pedal while using Dual Play, the eect will be applied to both tone 1 and tone 2. If desired, you can have the
eect be applied to only one of the tones (p. 53).
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Performing
Playing Two Dierent Tones in the Right and Left Sides of the Keyboard
(Split Play)
You can play dierent tones in the right and left sides of the keyboard, divided at a specic key.
This is called “Split Play,” and the location at which the keyboard is divided is called the “Split Point.”
1. Press the [SPLIT] button.
The [SPLIT] button will light.
When split is turned on, the keyboard settings will be as follows.
Split Point (upon power-up: F#3, included in left-hand zone)
A0 B0 C1 D1 E1F1G1
When you press the [SPLIT] button once again to turn it o, Split Play will be cancelled.
A1 B1 C2C3C4C5B7 C8
…
Left-hand toneRight-hand tone
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Changing the Right-hand Tone and Left-hand Tone
Changing the Right-hand Tone
1. Press the TONE button.
The TONE button you’ve pressed will light.
2. Press the [-] or [+] button.
A dierent tone will be changed.
Performing
Changing the Left-hand Tone
1. Hold down the [SPLIT] button and press the TONE button.
The number and name of the currently selected left-hand tone will appear.
2. Hold down the [SPLIT] button and press the [-] or [+] button.
A dierent tone will be changed.
MEMO
You can shift the pitch of the left-hand tone in steps of an octave (p. 51).
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Performing
Changing the Point at which the Keyboard is Divided (Split Point)
You can change the split point (the key at which the keyboard is divided).
The split point can be set to any value from B1 through B6.
Split point (upon power-up: F#3, included in left-hand zone)
C1C3C4C5
A0
B1 C2C6C7C8B6
Range in which the Split Point can be assigned (B1–B6)
1. Hold down the [SPLIT] button and press the key that you want to be the split point.
The key you pressed will be assigned as the split point, and will appear in the display.
MEMO
• Instead of the sharp (#) symbol, a quotation mark will be shown in the display.
• The modied setting will return to its original value when you turn o the power. If desired, you can have this setting be retained even while the
power is turned o (p. 39).
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Changing the Pitch of the Keyboard or the Song Playback (Transpose)
The “Transpose” function lets you shift the pitch of the keyboard.
You can use the Transpose function to do the following things.
• Perform at a pitch that’s comfortable for a singer without changing the notes you read (your keyboard ngering).
• Perform a song written in a dicult key (i.e., with numerous sharps or ats) in a key that’s easier for you to play.
Performing
1. Hold down the [TRANSPOSE] button and press the note that’s the tonic of the key to which you want to transpose.
The transposition setting is shown while you hold down the [TRANSPOSE] button.
Transposition range-6–0–+5 (semitone steps)
The [TRANSPOSE] button will light if the setting is anything other than 0.
MEMO
• You can also change the setting by holding down the [TRANSPOSE] button and pressing the [-] or [+] button.
• By holding down the [TRANSPOSE] button and pressing both the [-] and [+] buttons simultaneously, you can reset the transposition setting to 0 (the
original value).
• You can use the [TRANSPOSE] button to turn the Transpose function on/o (if the transposition setting is anything other than “0”).
• The FP-4F allows you to choose whether to transpose just the keyboard, both the keyboard and the song, or just the song (p. 51).
Example: The song is written in the key of E, and you want to play it in the position of C
1. Hold down the [TRANSPOSE] button and press the E note (the tonic note of the key of E).
Starting from the tonic note of the key of C (i.e., the C note), the tonic of the key of E is four chromatic steps higher, so the display will indicate “+4.”
If you play C E G
It will sound E G
B
MEMO
The transposition setting will return to “0” when you switch songs or turn o the power.
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Performing
Disabling the Buttons (Panel Lock)
The Panel Lock function lets you disable all buttons.
In this state, the settings will not change even if you inadvertently touch a button while performing.
1. Hold down the [EQUALIZER] button for several seconds.
Panel Lock will be activated.
“----” will be shown in the display, and Panel Lock will be activated.
To cancel Panel Lock, hold down the [EQUALIZER] button once again for several seconds.
Panel Lock will also be cancelled when you turn o the power.
* If you activate Panel Lock while a song is playing or recording, playback or recording will stop.
* You cannot set the FP-4F to Panel Lock if it’s in Function mode (p. 48).
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Listening to Songs
Playing Back Songs
Here’s how to listen to the built-in songs.
MEMO
You can also play songs from a separately available CD drive or USB memory (p. 57).
1. Press the [DISPLAY] button a number of times to access the SONG screen.
2. Use the [-] [+] buttons to select a song.
MEMO
For details concerning the songs that come with the FP-4F, see “Internal Song List” (p. 76).
3. Press the SONG [PLAY/STOP] button.
Playback will stop when the end of the song is reached.
To pause the playback, press the SONG [PLAY/STOP] button once again.
When you then press the SONG [PLAY/STOP] button, playback will resume from where you paused.
* All rights reserved. Unauthorized use of this material for purposes other than private, personal enjoyment is a violation of applicable laws.
Fast-forward and rewind
OperationButton
To beginning of next songPress the [+] button.
To beginning of songPress the [-] button.
Fast-forwardHold down the [+] button for several seconds during playback.
RewindHold down the [-] button for several seconds during playback.
Explanation of the display
Song name
Song number
Letters before
song number
Pr.Internal Song
Int.Song in internal memory
Fld.Folder on USB memory
Ex.Song on USB memory
Description
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Listening to Songs
Playing All Songs Successively (Play All)
Here’s how to play all the built-in songs (or all the songs in internal memory, or all the songs in USB memory) repeatedly in succession.
This function is called “Play All.”
1. Hold down the [DISPLAY] button and press the SONG [PLAY/STOP] button.
The instrument is set so all songs will be played back, and “ALL SONG” appears in the display.
Play All will turn o when you stop playback or turn o the power.
You can change the key in which the song plays. This function is called “Playback Transpose.”
1. Play back the song (p. 31).
2. Hold down the [TRANSPOSE] button and press the [-] or [+] button.
The song’s key will change in semitone steps.
Listening to Songs
Transposition range-6–0–+5 (semitone steps)
The playback transposition setting is displayed while you hold down the [TRANSPOSE] button.
If the setting is anything other than 0, the [TRANSPOSE] button will be lit.
The playback transposition setting will return to “0” when you select another song.
MEMO
• To reset the playback transposition setting to the original value (0), hold down the [TRANSPOSE] button and press both the [-] and [+] buttons
simultaneously.
• You can use the [TRANSPOSE] button to turn the Playback Transpose function on/o (if the transposition setting is anything other than “0”).
• The FP-4F lets you to choose whether to transpose just the song, both the keyboard and the song, or just the keyboard (p. 51). With the factory
settings, both the keyboard and song will be transposed simultaneously.
* The tone quality of the sound may change if you use the Playback Transpose function when playing back a music CD song or an audio le.
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Performing Along with Rhythm (Session Partner)
What is Session Partner?
“Session Partner” is a function that provides an accompaniment in a style such as jazz or rock.
This realistic-sounding accompaniment lets you enjoy performing as though you’re playing with a backup band.
Session Partner lets you do the following things.
• Make the chords progress automatically while you play along with Session Partner (p. 34).
• Use your left hand (the left-hand zone of the keyboard) to specify the chords, allowing you to perform with the desired chord progression (p. 52).
• Perform with your own original chord progression (p. 37).
Performing with Session Partner
Here’s how you can perform with Session Partner.
1. Press the SESSION PARTNER [START/STOP] button.
The SESSION PARTNER [START/STOP] button will light, and the performance will start with an intro.
The SESSION PARTNER [VARIATION] button will blink during the intro.
The display will indicate the chord. The chords will progress automatically; go ahead and play a melody as desired.
The chord that will be played next
The chord that’s playing now
Instead of the sharp (#) symbol, a quotation mark will be shown in the display (p. 77). Also, just before a chord change, the “chord to be played next” will
be shown, blinking, in the display.
Stopping the Session Partner Performance
1. Press the SESSION PARTNER [START/STOP] button.
Session Partner will play an ending, and then stop.
The SESSION PARTNER [VARIATION] button will blink while the ending is playing. When Session Partner has stopped, the SESSION PARTNER [START/
STOP] button will go out.
The performance will stop immediately if you press the SESSION PARTNER [START/STOP] button once again during the intro or ending.
MEMO
By turning SP INTRO (p. 51) “OFF,” you can perform without adding an intro or ending.
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Performing Along with Rhythm (Session Partner)
Selecting a Rhythm
Here’s how to select a dierent rhythm that’s suitable for the song you’re playing.
What is a Rhythm?
The FP-4F contains built-in “Rhythms” for musical styles such as jazz and rock.
Each of these rhythms combines elements that create the distinctive atmosphere of that musical style; they are the basis of the accompaniment
produced by Session Partner.
Each rhythm consists of the following three elements.
• Drums
• Bass
• Accomp (accompaniment other than drums and bass)
1. Press the [DISPLAY] button a number of times to access the SESSION PARTNER screen.
The display will show the number and name of the rhythm.
MEMO
The “Rh.” that appears before the rhythm number stands for “SESSION PARTNER screen.”
2. Use the [-] [+] buttons to select a rhythm.
For details on the available rhythms, refer to “Rhythm List (Session Partner)” (p. 73).
MEMO
• You can press the TEMPO [-] or TEMPO [+] button to change the rhythm’s tempo.
• You can choose which rhythm parts will sound (p. 51).
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Performing Along with Rhythm (Session Partner)
Adding Variation to the Rhythm
Each rhythm provides two accompaniment patterns; the original accompaniment pattern and a more colorful variation accompaniment pattern.
A ll-in (a short phrase) will be inserted when the accompaniment pattern changes, making your song more expressive. For example, it’s eective to
use the quieter original pattern during the rst half of the song, and then switch to the variation pattern later in the song as the energy level builds up.
1. Press the SESSION PARTNER [VARIATION] button to switch the accompaniment pattern.
SESSION PARTNER [VARIATION] buttonExplanation
UnlitThe original accompaniment pattern will play.
LitThe variation accompaniment pattern will play.
The SESSION PARTNER [VARIATION] button will blink while the ll-in is playing.
What’s a “Fill-In”?
A short improvisational phrase inserted at the bar line is called a “Fill-In.” The phrase best suited to the selected Rhythm is played.
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Performing Along with Rhythm (Session Partner)
Creating an Original Chord Progression Pattern
Session Partner contains chord progression pattern data suitable for each rhythm, but you can also create your own original chord progression pattern.
1. Hold down the SESSION PARTNER [START/STOP] button and press the SONG [REC] button.
The SESSION PARTNER [START/STOP] button and the SONG [REC] button will blink, and the FP-4F will enter recording-standby mode.
A screen like the following will appear.
To exit recording-standby mode, you can press the SESSION PARTNER [START/STOP] button or the SONG [REC] button.
2. To start recording your chord progression, use the left-hand zone of the keyboard to specify chords.
The chord you press is shown in the display. The intro will not play at this time.
You can store up to sixteen chords.
3. Press the SESSION PARTNER [START/STOP] button to stop recording your chord progression.
The recorded chord progression is recorded in “USER.” To select a recorded chord progression, press the [-] button when chord progression pattern
number 1 is displayed, and select “USER” (p. 51).
MEMO
• Each chord progression pattern can be up to sixteen measures long. When the FP-4F is shipped from the factory, it is set so that a chord
progression of up to eight measures can be recorded. Recording will stop automatically when you exceed the currently specied number of
measures.
A maximum of sixteen chords can be stored.
If you want to change the number of measures for the chord progression to be recorded, refer to “Changing the Number of Measures for Recording
a Chord Progression” (p. 38).
• If desired, you can keep the chord progression pattern from changing even when you switch rhythms. Refer to “Fixing the Chord Progression
Pattern (SP FIX)” (p. 51).
• Your original chord progression pattern will not play correctly if you play it using a time signature that’s dierent from when you recorded it.
• Your original chord progression patterns can be saved in a Registration (p. 39).
* The chord progression you record will be lost when you turn o the power. If you want to keep it, save it in a Registration (p. 40).
Switching Chord Progression Patterns while You Perform
If you switch registrations while Session Partner is playing, the chord progression pattern will also change. By switching chord progression patterns,
you can perform with accompaniment for an entire song.
For example, store the chord progression pattern for melody “A” in registration 1-1, and store the chord progression pattern for melody “B” in
registration 1-2. Then, while Session Partner plays, switch the registration from 1-1 to 1-2 at the right moment. The chord progression used by Session
Partner will switch from the melody “A” pattern to the melody “B” pattern.
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Performing Along with Rhythm (Session Partner)
Changing the Number of Measures for Recording a Chord Progression
When creating your own original chord progression pattern, you can specify the number of measures for which the chord progression will be recorded.
When the power is turned on, this is set to eight measures.
1. Hold down the SESSION PARTNER [START/STOP] button and press the SONG [REC] button.
A screen like the following will appear.
2. Press the [+] button.
The screen shows the number of measures for which the chord progression will be recorded.
3. Use the [-] [+] buttons to select the desired number of measures.
Number of measures4, 8, 12, 16
4. To start recording, specify the desired chord in the left-hand zone of the keyboard.
5. Press the SESSION PARTNER [START/STOP] button to stop recording.
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Registering Your Favorite Performance Settings
What is a Registration?
You can save favorite settings such as the tones you’ve selected, the Dual Play or Split Play setting, and the Session Partner settings.
Each set of these settings is called a “Registration.”
You can save up to a total of 20 registrations, with ve each at the [PIANO], [E. PIANO], [ORGAN], and [OTHERS] buttons.
A collection consisting of all 20 of the stored registrations is known as a “Registration Set.”
Variation
1
1-12-13-14-1
2
1-22-23-24-2
3
1-32-33-34-3
4
1-42-43-44-4
5
1-52-53-54-5
20 registrations
=
Registration set
MEMO
• You can save registration sets to the FP-4F’s internal memory or to separately available USB memory (p. 54).
• For more about the settings saved in a registration, refer to “Items Stored in a Registration” (p. 69).
Saving or Loading Registrations
Registrations saved on the FP-4F can be saved and loaded as follows (p. 54).
USB memoryFP-4F
Registration sets
Registrations
you can recall by
pressing a button
Internal memory
Tones and Session Partner
settings, etc.
Write
Registration sets
Save
Registration sets
Load
Save
Load
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Registering Your Favorite Performance Settings
Storing Your Performance Settings (Registration)
Settings for your performances can be stored at the various Tone buttons.
With the factory settings, recommended performance settings have already been stored. If you want to create an original registration, we suggest that
you start with registrations 4-1 through 4-5.
* Note that when you store a registration, the settings that were stored at the store destination will be overwritten and lost.
MEMO
For more about the settings saved in a registration, refer to “Items Stored in a Registration” (p. 69).
1. Make the desired Session Partner settings (p. 34) and choose the desired tone(s) (p. 19).
2. Press the [DISPLAY] button a number of times to access the Registration screen.
“REGIST” will be shown on the top line of the display.
3. While continuing to hold down the [DISPLAY] button, press the Tone button ([PIANO], [E. PIANO], [ORGAN], or [OTHERS]) to which
you want to store your settings.
4. Continuing on from step 3, hold down the [DISPLAY] button while you select a Variation by pressing the [-] or [+] button.
Variation number
Button number
MEMO
Steps 3 and 4 require that you continue holding down the [DISPLAY] button.
5. Once you’ve completed step 4, you can take your nger away from the [DISPLAY] button.
Your performance settings will be stored.
* Never turn o the power while the entire display is blinking.
MEMO
• To select a registration that you’ve stored, refer to “Recalling a Registration” (p. 41).
• You can return the stored contents to their factory-set condition. Refer to “Restoring the Factory-set Condition (FCT RSET)” (p. 56).
• The registrations you create can be stored (p. 54).
• The registrations you’ve created can be stored together as a registration set.
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Registering Your Favorite Performance Settings
Recalling a Registration
You can call up any of the settings you’ve stored at a Tone button.
1. Press the [DISPLAY] button a number of times to access the Registration screen.
“REGIST” will be shown on the top line of the display.
2. Specify the button at which the registration is saved by pressing a Tone button ([PIANO], [E. PIANO], [ORGAN], or [OTHERS]).
3. Use the [-] [+] buttons to select the registration variation.
The performance settings will change.
MEMO
• You can use a pedal to recall registrations (p. 55).
• Any registration set that you’ve saved in internal memory or to USB memory can be called up and made available to the Tone buttons (p. 55).
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Recording Your Performance
Recording Your Keyboard Performance
You can record your performance.
You can play back a recorded performance to evaluate your own playing, or to play along with the recorded performance.
If the following screen appears
If you attempt to select another song or record a new song without saving your recorded performance, a conrmation message will appear.
If it’s OK to erase the recorded performancePress the TEMPO [+] button.
If you want to save the recorded performancePress the TEMPO [-] button to store the recorded performance into internal memory or USB memory (p. 45).
Preparing to Record
1. Select the tone you want to play (p. 19).
Sound the metronome if desired (p. 20).
2. Press the SONG [REC] button.
The display will indicate “NEW SONG.”
The SONG [REC] button will light, the SONG [PLAY/STOP] button will blink, and the FP-4F will enter recording-standby mode.
If you decide not to record, press the SONG [REC] button once again.
3. Set the tempo and time signature of the song (p. 21).
Starting and Stopping Recording
1. Press the SONG [PLAY/STOP] button or play the keyboard.
You’ll hear a two-measure count, and recording will start.
MEMO
If you started recording by playing the keyboard, the count will not be sounded.
2. Press the SONG [PLAY/STOP] button or SONG [REC] button.
Recording will stop.
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Recording Your Performance
Listening to the Recorded Performance
1. Press the [DISPLAY] button a number of times until “NEW SONG” appears in the display.
2. Press the [-] button.
You’ll return to the beginning of the recorded performance.
3. Press the SONG [PLAY/STOP] button.
The recorded performance will play back.
Playback will stop when you press the SONG [PLAY/STOP] button once again.
MEMO
If you press the SONG [PLAY/STOP] button while the metronome is sounding, a two-measure count-in will be sounded before playback begins.
* The recorded performance will be lost when you turn o the power. If you want to keep your recorded performance, you must save it to internal
memory or USB memory (p. 45).
* You can’t play back another song if a recorded performance exists. You must save (p. 45) it before you can play back another song.
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Recording Your Performance
Recording Your Performance with Session Partner
You can record session performances to the session partner.
Preparing to Record
1. Select the tone you want to play (p. 19).
2. Select a rhythm (p. 34).
3. Press the SONG [REC] button.
The display will indicate “NEW SONG.”
The SONG [REC] button will light, the SONG [PLAY/STOP] button will blink, and the FP-4F will enter recording-standby mode.
If you decide not to record, press the SONG [REC] button once again.
4. Specify the tempo of the song (p. 32).
Starting and Stopping Recording
1. Press the SESSION PARTNER [START/STOP] button.
The rhythm will start playing, and recording will begin at the same time.
When recording starts, the SONG [PLAY/STOP] button and SONG [REC] button will light.
MEMO
• For information concerning internal Rhythms and Chord Progression Patterns, refer to “Rhythm List (Session Partner)” (p. 73) and “Chord Progression
Pattern List” (p. 74).
• When recording while specifying chords (p. 52), recording will start when you specify a chord using the keys at the left-hand side of the keyboard.
2. Press the SONG [PLAY/STOP] button or SONG [REC] button.
Recording will stop.
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Recording Your Performance
Saving a Recorded Song (SONG SAV)
Here’s how to save your recorded performance in internal memory.
If you’ve recorded a song, but then switch o the FP-4F without saving it, your recorded song will be lost. You must save your recorded song in internal
memory if you want to keep it.
MEMO
You can also save your performance on USB memory (sold separately) (p. 45).
Preparing to Save
1. Hold down the [REVERB] button and press the [EQUALIZER] button.
You’ll enter function mode.
2. Use the [-] [+] buttons to select “SONG SAV.”
3. Press the [DISPLAY] button.
Selecting the Song Save-destination and Saving
1. Select the storage destination using the [-] or [+] button.
INT stands for internal memory, while EXT stands for the USB memory that you’ve connected.
2. Press the [PIANO] button.
With this, the storage destination has been determined.
3. Select the number of the destination for the save using the [-] or [+] button.
MEMO
• Whenever there is a “.” (period) at the left of the number (for example, Int. 01), it means that there already is a song stored at that number. When
saving a song, it’s best to select a number that doesn’t have a “.” shown in front of it.
• If you select a number where a song has already been stored (a period appears to the left of the number), and then press the [PIANO] button, you’ll
be prompted with the message “SURE?” If you press the TEMPO [+] button, the existing, previously stored song will be overwritten. To cancel the
procedure, press TEMPO [-].
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Recording Your Performance
4. Press the [PIANO] button.
The screen in which changes in the song name are made will appear.
5. Change the name using the following buttons.
OperationButton
Change character that’s blinkingPress the [-] or [+] button.
Shift location that’s blinkingPress the TEMPO [-] or [+] button.
6. Press the [PIANO] button.
The song will be stored.
* Never turn o the power while the display is blinking.
MEMO
Anytime from step 3 onwards you can press the [DISPLAY] button to cancel the procedure.
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Deleting a Saved Song (SONG DEL)
Here’s how to delete a song that you saved in internal memory.
MEMO
You can also delete songs that were saved on USB memory (sold separately).
1. Hold down the [REVERB] button and press the [EQUALIZER] button.
You’ll enter function mode (p. 48).
2. Use the [-] [+] buttons to select “SONG DEL.”
3. Press the [DISPLAY] button.
4. Select the destination in which to delete the song using the [-] or [+] button.
For internal memory, select “INT”; to erase to USB memory, select “EXT.”
5. Press the [PIANO] button.
6. Select a song using the [-] or [+] button.
7. Press the [PIANO] button.
“SURE?” will appear in the display.
Recording Your Performance
To cancel the procedure, press the TEMPO [-] button.
8. Press the TEMPO [+] button to erase the song.
* Never turn o the power while the display is blinking.
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Detailed Settings for Various Functions
Basic Operation in Function Mode
In Function mode you can make detailed settings for various performance and recording functions.
Entering Function mode
1. Hold down the [REVERB] button and press the [EQUALIZER] button.
You’ll enter function mode (p. 48).
At this point, “●” will be shown in the upper part of the display.
2. Use the [+] [-] buttons to select the item that you want to edit, and press the [DISPLAY] button.
“●” will be shown in the lower part of the display.
Pressing the [DISPLAY] button again, “●” will be returned in the upper part of the display.
Editing the Setting
1. Use the [-] [+] buttons to change the value of the setting.
By pressing the [-] [+] buttons simultaneously, you can revert to the factory-set value.
Pressing the [DISPLAY] button again, “●” will be returned in the upper part of the display.
If you want to continue editing other settings, return to step 2 of “Entering Function mode” and select the setting that you want to edit.
2. Press the [REVERB] button or the [EQUALIZER] button.
The instrument will exit Function mode.
MEMO
• Settings you modify will return to their original value when you turn o the power.
• For some settings, you can specify that they be stored in memory even while the power is turned o. For details on the settings that can be stored,
You can change the touch sensitivity, or response of the keys.
You can adjust the keyboard touch as appropriate for the playing
strength of the person who is performing.
SettingExplanation
FIX (Fixed)
L+ (Super Light)
L (Light)
M (Medium)
H (Heavy)
H+ (Super Heavy)
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 ( ) play with a less
forceful touch than usual, 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 nger the keyboard more forcefully
than usual in order to play fortissimo (), so the
keyboard touch feels heavier. Dynamic ngering
adds even more feeling to what you play.
This setting produces the heaviest keyboard
touch.
Matching the Pitch with Other
Instruments (TUNING)
When playing ensemble with other instruments and in other such
instances, you can match the standard pitch to another instrument.
The standard pitch generally refers to the pitch of the note that’s
played when you nger the middle A key. For a cleaner ensemble
sound while performing with one or more other instruments, ensure
that each instrument’s standard pitch is in tune with that of the other
instruments. This tuning of all the instruments to a standard pitch is
called “master tuning.”
Setting415.3 Hz–466.2 Hz
MEMO
When the instrument is shipped from the factory, this is set to
“440.0 Hz.”
Adjusting the Tuning (TEMPRMNT)
You can play classical music such as baroque pieces using their original
tuning.
Most modern songs are composed and played with the assumption
that equal temperament (the most common tuning in use today) will
be used, but when classical music was composed, there were a wide
variety of other tuning systems in existence.
Playing a composition with its original tuning lets you enjoy the
sonorities of the chords that the composer originally intended.
SettingExplanation
EQU
(Equal)
MAJ
(Just(Major))
MIN
(Just(Minor))
ARB
(Arabic)
KIRN
(Kirnberger)
MEAN
(Meantone)
PYTH
(Pythagorean)
WERC
(Werckmeister)
In this tuning, each octave is divided into twelve
equal steps. Every interval produces about the
same amount of slight dissonance.
This tuning eliminates ambiguities in the fths
and thirds. It is unsuited to playing melodies
and cannot be transposed, but is capable of
beautiful sonorities.
The Just tunings dier from major and minor
keys. You can get the same eect with the minor
scale as with the major scale.
This tuning is suitable for the music of Arabia.
This is an improvement of the Meantone and
Just tunings that provides a high degree of
freedom of modulation. Performances are
possible in all keys (III).
This scale makes some compromises in just
intonation, enabling transposition to other keys.
This tuning, devised by the philosopher Pythagoras, eliminates dissonance in fourths and
fths. Dissonance is produced by third-interval
chords, but melodies are euphonious.
This temperament combines the Meantone and
Pythagorean tunings. Performances are possible
in all keys (rst technique, III).
Specifying the Keynote (TMPR KEY)
When playing with tuning other than equal temperament, you need
to specify the temperament key for tuning the song to be performed
(that is, the note that corresponds to C for a major key or to A for a
minor key).
If you choose an equal temperament, there’s no need to select a
temperament key.
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Setting
, D, E , E, F, F , G, A , A, B , B
C, C
MEMO
Instead of the sharp (#) symbol, a quotation mark will be shown in
the display.
Detailed Settings for Various Functions
Adjusting the Dual Play Volume
Balance (DUAL BAL)
You can adjust the volume balance between the two tones (tone 1 and
tone 2) used for Dual Play (p. 25).
Setting
9-1 (tone 1 is louder)–9-9 (same volume)–
1-9 (tone 2 is louder)
Changing the Pitch of the Tone in
Octave Steps (OCT SHFT)
You can change the pitch of the Tone 2 in Dual Play (p. 25) and Lower
tone in Split Play (p. 26) an octave at a time. Altering the pitch in
one-octave units in this way is called “Octave Shift.”
For example, you can raise the pitch of the Lower Tone to the same
pitch of the Upper Tone in Split Play.
Setting-2–0–+2
Specifying What the Transpose will
Aect (TRNSPOSE)
This setting species what the transpose will aect.
You can use the transpose to change the pitch of both the song and
the keyboard, the pitch of only the song, or the pitch of only the
keyboard.
SettingExplanation
KBD (Keyboard)Keyboard notes (p. 29)
SONGSong playback (p. 33)
BOTHKeyboard notes and song playback
Turning the Intro and Ending On/O
(SP INTRO)
This is an on/o setting for the intro and ending played by Session
Partner.
If this setting is “OFF,” no intro or ending will play when you press the
SESSION PARTNER [START/STOP] button.
SettingExplanation
ONAn intro and ending will play.
OFFNo intro or ending will play.
Selecting the Chord Progression for
the Rhythm (SP PTN)
Here you can select the chord progression pattern for the currently
selected rhythm.
SettingExplanation
A chord progression pattern that you yourself
USER
1–61
recorded. “USER” will appear only if there is a
chord progression pattern that you’ve created
(p. 37).
The chord progressions for each of these
patterns are listed on “Chord Progression
Pattern List” (p. 74).
Specifying the Root Note for the
Chord Progression (SP ROOT)
Here you can specify the root note of the rst chord in the currently
selected chord progression pattern.
Setting
, D, E , E, F, F , G, A , A, B , B
C, C
Select the Parts that Will Play
(SP PART)
Here you can select the rhythm parts that will be played by Session
Partner.
SettingExplanation
ALL
D+B (Drums+Bass)Drums, Bass
DRUM (Drums)Drums only
Drums, Bass, Accomp (accompaniment other
than drums and bass)
MEMO
Instead of the sharp (#) symbol, a quotation mark will be shown in
the display.
Fixing the Chord Progression Pattern
(SP FIX)
For each rhythm, Session Partner has information about the chord
progression pattern suitable for that rhythm.
Here you can specify whether Session Partner will automatically switch
to a chord progression suitable for the rhythm when you switch the
rhythm.
SettingExplanation
ON
OFF
The chord progression pattern will not change
when you switch the rhythm.
When you switch the rhythm, the chord
progression will change to one that is suitable
for the selected rhythm.
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Detailed Settings for Various Functions
Turning the Rhythm’s Chord
Progression On/O (SP CHORD)
Here you can specify whether the rhythm will follow the chord
progression pattern or the chords you specify from the keyboard.
SettingExplanation
AUTO
MANL (Manual)
MEMO
• You can also change the SP CHORD setting by holding down the
SESSION PARTNER [START/STOP] button and using the SESSION
PARTNER [VARIATION] button.
• When SP CHORD is set to “MANL,” the SESSION PARTNER [START/
STOP] button will start ashing, and the instrument will enter a
standby state, waiting for performance. When you enter a chord
from the keyboard, the rhythm will start playing. To stop playback,
press the SESSION PARTNER [START/STOP] button once again.
• When entering chords from the keyboard, you don’t have to
continue holding down the chord. The accompaniment will keep
using the same chord until you specify the next chord.
• Instead of pressing all notes in the chord, you can use a simplied
ngering to specify the chords. Refer to “Chord Fingering List” (p. 77)
for more about how to specify chords.
• You can play the left-hand tone while specifying the chords with
your left hand. Press the [SPLIT] button to turn it o, and then
press the [SPLIT] button once again so it’s lit. When you play in the
left-hand zone of the keyboard, you’ll hear the left-hand tone.
The rhythm performance will follow the
specied chord progression pattern.
Split mode (p. 29) will automatically be selected,
allowing you to specify chords in the left-hand
zone of the keyboard.
* The left-hand zone of the keyboard will
not play the left-hand tone. If you press the
[SPLIT] button once again, full-keyboard
chord detection mode will be selected.
Editing the Equalizer Settings
You can use the equalizer to modify the tonal character of the sound
by boosting or reducing just the low-frequency or high-frequency
range of the sound.
1. Hold down the [REVERB] button and press the [EQUALIZER]
button.
You’ll enter function mode (p. 48).
2. Use the [-] [+] buttons to select the equalizer item that you
want to edit.
3. Press the [DISPLAY] button.
4. Use the [-] [+] buttons to edit the setting.
IndicationSettingExplanation
EQ LO GN
(Equalizer Low Gain)
EQ LO FQ
(Equalizer Low Freq)
EQ LM GN
(Equalizer Low-Mid
Gain)
EQ LM FQ
(Equalizer Low-Mid
Freq)
EQ LM Q
(Equalizer Low-Mid
Q)
EQ HM GN
(Equalizer High-Mid
Gain)
EQ HM FQ
(Equalizer High-Mid
Freq)
EQ HM Q
(Equalizer High-Mid
Q)
EQ HI GN
(Equalizer High
Gain)
EQ HI FQ
(Equalizer High
Freq)
-12–+12 dB
100–1 k (Hz)
-12–+12 dB
16–16 k (Hz)
0.5, 1.0, 2.0,
4.0, 8.0
-12–+12 dB
16–16 k (Hz)
0.5, 1.0, 2.0,
4.0, 8.0
-12–+12 dB
1.25 k–16 k
(Hz)
Adjusts the level of the lowfrequency range.
Frequency point in the lowfrequency range. Generally, this
changes the level at and below this
frequency.
Adjusts the level of the lowfrequency range to midrange.
Frequency point in the lowfrequency range to midrange. This
changes the level of the specied
bandwidth centered on this
frequency.
Changes the bandwidth of the lowfrequency range to midrange. The
bandwidth aected by the controls
narrows as the value increases.
Adjusts the level of the mid- to
high-frequency range.
Frequency point in the mid- to
high-frequency range. This changes
the level of the specied bandwidth
centered on this frequency.
Changes the bandwidth of the
mid- to high-frequency range. The
bandwidth aected by the controls
narrows as the value increases.
Adjusts the level of the highfrequency range.
Frequency point in the highfrequency range. Generally, this
changes the level at and over this
frequency.
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* Sounds may become distorted as the Gain level increases.
Setting the Tuning Curve (STR TUNE)
Pianos are generally tuned so that the low range is atter and the high
range is sharper than equal tempered pitches. This method of tuning is
unique to the piano, and is known as “stretched tuning.”
SettingExplanation
ON
OFF
This tuning curve expands the bass and treble
ends somewhat. It is suitable for performances
such as piano solos.
This is the standard tuning curve. This is suitable
for when using Dual play (p. 25) or when playing
in an ensemble with other instruments.
Detailed Settings for Various Functions
Adjusting Resonance when the Damper
Pedal is Depressed (DMPR RES)
You can change the volume of the damper pedal resonance. On an
acoustic piano, depressing the damper pedal makes the notes you play
resonate with other strings, adding rich reverberations and fatness to
the sound. The damper pedal on the FP-4F recreates this resonance
(Damper Resonance) when depressed.
SettingExplanation
The resonance volume decreases as the value
OFF, 1–10
is lowered, while raising the value increases the
volume of the Damper Resonance. The Damper
Resonance function is not active when the value
is set to “OFF.”
Adjusting the Resonant Sounds when
the Keys are Pressed (STRG RES)
When you play the keys on an acoustic piano, the strings that are
already playing resonate as well. The function that reproduces this
eect is called “String Resonance.”
SettingExplanation
The resonance level decreases as the value is
OFF, 1–10
decreased, while increasing the value increases
the amount of resonance. The String Resonance
function is not active when the value is set to
“OFF.”
Changing How the Pedals Work
(C.PDL FNC/L.PDL FNC)
You can change the functions that are assigned to the pedals
connected to the SOFT/L (FC1) jack and SOSTENUTO/C (FC2) jack.
SettingExplanation
SOFT
SOST (Sostenuto)
EXPR (Expression)
PLAY (Play/Stop)
STRT
(Session Partner Start/
Stop)
L.BSS (Leading Bass)
B. UP (Bend Up)Pitch rises by pressing the pedal.
B.DWN (Bend Down)Pitch lowers by pressing the pedal.
MOD (Modulation)Vibrato is added by pressing the pedal.
* If a pedal connected to the FP-4F is set so it switches registrations,
that pedal will be dedicated to the switching of registrations. The
pedal function you’ve assigned here will be ignored (p. 55).
Sets function to soft pedal.
* This can only be set with respect to a pedal
connected to the SOFT/L (FC1) jack.
Sets function to sostenuto pedal.
* This can only be set with respect to a pedal
connected to the SOSTENUTO/C (FC2) jack.
Allows control of the volume.
You will nd it convenient to connect a
separately sold expression pedal. You cannot
change volume of the Session Partner or
recorded performance.
The pedal will have the same function as the
SONG [PLAY/STOP] button.
You can start/stop Session Partner by pressing
the pedal instead of pressing SESSION PARTNER
[START/STOP] button.
Allows control the on/o of leading bass
function. It is turned on while having stepped
on the pedal.
Playing Sounds When the Keys Are
Released (KOFF RES)
You can play the “key o” sound (the subtle sound produced when the
keys are released) obtained when playing an acoustic piano.
SettingExplanation
The volume of the Key O sound decreases as
OFF, 1–10
the value is lowered, while raising the value
increases the volume of the Key O sound. The
Key O Resonance function is not active when
the value is set to “OFF.”
Changing How the Pedal Eects Are
Applied (D.PDL PRT)
When you press the damper pedal during Dual play or Split play, the
pedal eect is normally applied to both tones, but you can also select
the tone to which the eect is to be applied.
SettingExplanation
R+L (Right+Left)All enabled
R (Right)
L (Left)
Applied only to the Tone 1 (in dual mode)/
Right-hand Tone (in split mode)
Applied only to the Tone 2 (in dual mode)/
Left-hand Tone (in split mode)
What is the leading bass function?
The function that sounds the lowest note of a ngered chord as
the bass tone is called “Leading Bass.”
Decreasing the Playback Volume of
Sounds in the Center (C CANCEL)
You can decrease the volume of sounds (vocals, some melodic
instruments, etc.) heard at the center of the stereo sound eld when
playing an audio le or a music CD song.
SettingExplanation
ONThe volume of the melody or vocal will decrease.
OFFCenter Cancel will not be used.
* The Center Cancel setting will be cancelled when you select a
dierent song.
* For some songs, this function might not completely eliminate
the sounds heard from the middle. Also, the tone quality may be
aected by this function.
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Detailed Settings for Various Functions
Using a Specic Part’s Sound as a
Guide (MUTE VOL)
This setting lets you specify that when the RIGHT TR (p. 54), LEFT TR
(p. 54), or ACMP TR (p. 54) setting is set to “MUTE,” the muted part is played
at a lower volume, rather than being completely silenced. This allows
you to play a specic part at a lower volume, so you can use it as a
guide while you play along.
SettingExplanation
0–10Higher values make the sound louder
Playing Back with the Right-hand
Part Muted (RIGHT TR)
This lets you carry out playback while muting the right-hand part of
the internal song or the SMF music les.
This is a convenient way to practice along with a song one hand at a
time.
SettingExplanation
No sound will be heard.
MUTE
ONThe sound will be heard.
- - - -No data exists.
* The setting will be “ON” when you switch to a dierent song.
What is a Mute?
You can “mute” a specic part so that it will not be heard.
* You can change the MUTE VOL (p. 54) so that
the part will play back at a low volume,
allowing you to use it as a guide for your
own playing.
Playing Back with the Accompaniment
Part Muted (ACMP TR)
This lets you play back while muting the accompaniment part of the
internal song or the SMF music les.
SettingExplanation
No sound will be heard.
MUTE
ONThe sound will be heard.
- - - -No data exists.
* The setting will be “ON” when you switch to a dierent song.
* You can change the MUTE VOL (p. 54) so that the
part will play back at a low volume, allowing you
to use it as a guide for your own playing.
Saving a Registration Set (RGST SAV)
Here’s how the 20 registrations stored at the Tone buttons can be
saved as a single set to the FP-4F’s internal memory or to USB memory.
If you’re saving to USB memory, connect your USB memory to the EXT
MEMORY connector.
1. Hold down the [REVERB] button and press the [EQUALIZER]
button.
You’ll enter function mode (p. 48).
2. Use the [-] [+] buttons to select “RGST SAV.”
3. Press the [DISPLAY] button.
4. Select the destination in which to save the registration set
using the [-] or [+] button.
For internal memory, select “INT”; to save to USB memory, select “EXT.”
5. Press the [PIANO] button.
With this, the storage destination has been determined.
6. Select the number of the destination for the save using the
[-] or [+] button.
Playing Back with the Left-hand Part
Muted (LEFT TR)
This lets you carry out playback while muting the left-hand part of the
internal song or the SMF music les.
This is a convenient way to practice along with a song one hand at a
time.
SettingExplanation
No sound will be heard.
MUTE
ONThe sound will be heard.
- - - -No data exists.
* The setting will be “ON” when you switch to a dierent song.
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* You can change the MUTE VOL (p. 54) so that
the part will play back at a low volume,
allowing you to use it as a guide for your
own playing.
For numbers where a song has already been saved, a period is
displayed at the left of the number (for example, Int. 01).
7. Press the [PIANO] button.
The registration set will be saved.
If you select a number where data has already been stored (a period is
appended to it) and press the [PIANO] button, you’ll be prompted with
the message “SURE?”
Press TEMPO [+] to overwrite existing data; press TEMPO [-] to cancel
the procedure.
* Never turn o the power while the display is blinking.
MEMO
• If desired, you can reset the contents saved at the TONE buttons
to their factory-set condition. Refer to “Restoring the Factory-set
Condition (FCT RSET)” (p. 56).
• For details on how to select a saved registration set, refer to
“Loading a Registration Set You Saved (RGST LD)” (p. 55).
• Anytime from step 6 onwards you can press the [DISPLAY] button
to cancel the procedure.
Detailed Settings for Various Functions
Loading a Registration Set You Saved
(RGST LD)
Here’s how an entire set of registrations you saved in internal memory
or USB memory can be loaded back to the Tone buttons.
If you want to load a registration set that was saved on USB memory,
connect your USB memory to the EXT MEMORY connector.
* Note that when you load a registration set, all of the settings that
were stored at the Tone buttons will be overwritten and lost.
1. Hold down the [REVERB] button and press the [EQUALIZER]
button.
You’ll enter function mode (p. 48).
2. Use the [-] [+] buttons to select “RGST LD.”
3. Press the [DISPLAY] button.
4. Select the destination from which to load using the [-] or [+]
button.
For internal memory, select “INT”; to save to USB memory, select “EXT.”
5. Press the [PIANO] button.
With this, the destination from which to load has been determined.
6. Select the number you want to load using the [-] or [+]
button.
7. Press the [PIANO] button.
The registration set will be loaded to the various Tone buttons.
* Never turn o the power while the display is blinking.
Deleting a Registration Set You Saved
(RGST DEL)
Using a Pedal to Switch Registrations
(RGST PDL)
You can assign a pedal to successively switch registrations. Each time
you press the pedal, you will switch to the next registration.
SettingExplanation
Pressing a pedal connected to the
OFF
FC 1
FC 2
SOSTENUTO/C (FC2) jack or SOFT/L (FC1) jack
will not switch registrations. The functions
assigned to the SOSTENUTO/C (FC2) jack and
SOFT/L (FC1) jack will be available for use (p. 53).
The pedal connected to the SOFT/L (FC1) jack
can be used only for switching registrations. In
this case, the function assigned to the SOFT/L
(FC1) jack cannot be used.
The pedal connected to the SOSTENUTO/C (FC2)
jack can be used only for switching registrations.
In this case, the function assigned to the
SOSTENUTO/C (FC2) jack cannot be used.
Adjusting the Volume (M. GAIN)
If you are playing the FP-4F through a connected external system,
there may be cases in which the volume from your external system
is too low even when the FP-4F’s volume is turned to the maximum
setting.
In such cases, you can adjust the master gain setting as follows.
Adjusting the master gain will also aect the volume of the internal
speakers and headphones.
Setting-12–0–12
* The sound may distort if you increase the volume excessively.
Here’s how to delete a registration set that’s been saved in internal
memory or USB memory.
1. Hold down the [REVERB] button and press the [EQUALIZER]
button.
You’ll enter function mode (p. 48).
2. Use the [-] [+] buttons to select “RGST DEL.”
3. Press the [DISPLAY] button.
4. Select the storage destination using the [-] or [+] button.
For internal memory, select “INT”; to save to USB memory, select “EXT.”
5. Press the [PIANO] button.
With this, the storage destination has been determined.
6. Select the number that you want to erase using the [-] or [+]
button.
7. Press the [PIANO] button.
“SURE?” will appear in the display.
8. Press the TEMPO [+] button to carry out the erasure; press
TEMPO [-] to cancel the procedure.
* Never turn o the power while the display is blinking.
Setting the Type of CD to be Played
Back (CD/A TYP)
The FP-4F may be unable to correctly recognize the type of CD being
used. In such instances, you can specify the type of CD manually.
SettingDescription
AUTOThe CD type is detected automatically
TYPE AGeneral CDs for Player Piano contain audio and
TYPE B
STEREO
* Note that some commercial player piano CDs cannot be played back
on the FP-4F.
MIDI data, and the data format may vary from
one CD to the next. If the CD’s data format does
not match the FP-4F’s settings, a “beep” will
sound. Certain general Piano player CDs may
not be playable on the FP-4F.
Commercial Audio CD (CDs other than those
designed for use with the player piano)
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Detailed Settings for Various Functions
Remembering Your Settings
(MEM BKUP)
The settings you edit in Function mode will return to their default state
when you turn o the power. However, if desired, you can have these
settings be retained even while the power is turned o.
This is called the “Memory Backup” function.
1. Hold down the [REVERB] button and press the [EQUALIZER]
button.
You’ll enter function mode (p. 48).
2. Use the [-] [+] buttons to select “MEM BKUP.”
3. Press the [PIANO] button.
If you decide not to carry out the Memory Backup, press the TEMPO [-]
button.
4. Press the TEMPO [+] button.
Memory Backup will be carried out.
When Memory Backup is complete, the Function mode menu screen
will appear.
* Never turn o the power while the display is blinking.
MEMO
For details on the items that are stored, refer to “Items Stored by
Memory Backup” (p. 69).
Restoring the Factory-set Condition
(FCT RSET)
The settings stored by Memory Backup as well as the registration
settings can be restored to their factory-set condition. This function is
called “Factory Reset.”
* When you execute Factory Reset, all settings you’ve stored up to
that point will revert to the factory-set condition.
MEMO
Even if you execute this operation, songs and registration sets
stored in internal memory will not be lost.
If you want to erase all songs and registration sets from internal
memory, refer to “Formatting Memory (FORMAT)” (p. 58).
1. Hold down the [REVERB] button and press the [EQUALIZER]
button.
You’ll enter function mode (p. 48).
2. Use the [-] [+] buttons to select “FCT RSET.”
3. Press the [PIANO] button.
If you decide not to execute Factory Reset, press the TEMPO [-] button.
4. Press the TEMPO [+] button.
Factory Reset will be executed.
* Never turn o the power while the display is blinking.
When the factory reset has been completed, “END” will appear in the
display.
5. Turn the power o, then on again (p. 13).
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Connections with Other Equipment
Connecting External Media
By connecting separately sold external media (CD drive, USB memory)
you’ll be able to do the following things.
DeviceWhat you can do
• Play back music CDs
CD drive
USB memory
* Before using a new USB memory, you must format (initialize) it on
the FP-4F. For details, refer to “Formatting Memory (FORMAT)” (p. 58).
* CDs containing a mixture of music tracks and data cannot be played
back correctly.
SMF Music Files
SMFs (Standard MIDI Files) use a standard format for music le
that was formulated so that les containing music le could
be widely compatible, regardless of the manufacturer of the
listening device. An enormous variety of music is available,
whether it be for listening, for practicing musical instruments,
for Karaoke, etc.
• Play back SMF music les
• Play back songs on VIMA CD-ROMs (VIMA
TUNES) (sold by Roland)
• Play back SMF music le
• Save performance data
• Play back audio les (WAV format, 44.1 kHz,
16-bit, linear)
• Save/load registration sets
For details on installation and connections, refer to the owner’s manual
of your CD drive.
* Use a CD drive sold by Roland. We cannot guarantee operation if any
other CD drive is used.
* CD-R/RW discs to which music tracks have been added and CDs
containing a mixture of music tracks and SMF or other data (CD
extra) cannot be played back.
* The FP-4F is capable of playing back only commercial CDs that
conform the ocial 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 and styles to CDs, and you cannot delete
songs or styles recorded to CDs. Furthermore, you cannot format
CDs.
Connecting USB Memory
Connect your USB memory to the EXT MEMORY connector, as shown
in the illustration below.
VIMA TUNES
VIMA TUNES is a Roland specication for music les that
contains image and lyric data, allowing you to enjoy songs with
lyrics and images simultaneously. When data bearing the “VIMA
TUNES” logo is played back on a device that bears the same
logo, lyrics can be shown on the screen of a connected external
display or television, letting you enjoy karaoke or watch a slide
show.
* The FP-4F is not capable of showing images and lyrics for
VIMA TUNES.
Connecting a CD Drive
Connect your CD drive to the EXT MEMORY connector.
If you’re using a stand KSC-44, attach the CD drive using the holes
located on the bottom panel of the FP-4F, as shown in the illustration
below.
EXT MEMORY connector
USB memory
* Carefully insert the USB memories all the way in—until it is rmly in
place.
* Use USB memory sold by Roland. We cannot guarantee operation if
any other USB memory is used.
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Connections with Other Equipment
Formatting Memory (FORMAT)
This operation will erase the entire contents of internal memory or USB
memory.
* Please be aware that everything stored in internal memory or USB
memory will be erased when you format it.
* Before using a new USB memory with the FP-4F for the rst time,
you must format the USB memory.
1. Hold down the [REVERB] button and press the [EQUALIZER]
button.
You’ll enter function mode (p. 48).
2. Use the [-] [+] buttons to select “FORMAT.”
3. Press the [DISPLAY] button.
4. Use the [-] [+] buttons to choose the memory that you want
to format.
IndicationSetting
INTInternal memory
EXTUSB memory
5. Press the [PIANO] button.
“SURE?” will appear in the display.
Press TEMPO [+] to begin the initialization; press TEMPO [-] to cancel
the procedure.
* Never turn o the power while the display is blinking.
* Even if you format the internal memory, settings not associated
with internal memory will not be initialized. If you want to return
the other settings (those that are not included in the contents of
internal memory) to their factory-set state, execute the Factory
Reset operation (p. 56).
* Do not disconnect the USB memory while USB memory is being
formatted.
Switching the External Memory Setting
(EXT MODE)
In some cases when USB memory is connected to the EXT MEMORY
connector, it may take an excessive length of time for data to be read,
or data might not be read successfully. If this occurs, you may be able
to solve the problem by switching the external memory mode setting.
1. Hold down the [REVERB] button and press the [EQUALIZER]
button.
You’ll enter function mode (p. 48).
2. Use the [-] [+] buttons to select “EXT MODE.”
3. Press the [DISPLAY] button.
4. Use the [-] [+] buttons to choose the mode.
Setting-1-, -2-
5. Turn the power o, then on again (p. 13).
MEMO
This setting is remembered even while the power is turned o.
Playing Back Songs From External Media
Here’s how to play back songs from external media (CD/USB memory).
1. Connect external media that contains songs.
2. Press the [DISPLAY] button a number of times to access the
SONG screen.
3. Select the song that you want to play.
Refer to “Selecting a song” (p. 59), below.
4. Press the SONG [PLAY/STOP] button.
For details on operations during playback, refer to “Playing the song”
(p. 31).
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Selecting a song
1. When the SONG screen displayed, press the [-] [+] buttons to choose a song.
Order in which Memories Are Selected
Select a song
1. Songs from CD or
USB memory
* This cannot be selected
if nothing is connected
to the EXT MEMORY
connector.
Select a song
2. Songs from internal
memory
* This cannot be selected if
there are no songs.
Select a song
3. Internal songs
Displayed for audio les and
music CDs
Connections with Other Equipment
Selecting a song within a folder
1. Use the [-] [+] buttons to select a folder.
2. Press the SONG [PLAY/STOP] button.
3. Use the [-] [+] buttons to select a song.
To exit the folder, select “Fld. UP” and press the SONG [PLAY/STOP] button.
* If a single folder contains more than 100 les or folders, some of the les or folders might not be
displayed.
Changing the Tempo of an Audio File or
Music CD
You can change the tempo of an audio le or a music CD song.
1. Play back an audio le or music CD (p. 58).
2. Press the TEMPO [-] or TEMPO [+] button.
Setting75–100–125(%)
MEMO
The tempo will return to “100” when you reselect a song or turn o
the power.
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Connections with Other Equipment
Connecting to Audio Equipment
If you connect an audio playback device, such as a digital audio player,
you’ll be able to listen to music from your audio playback device as it is
played through the FP-4F’s speakers.
Or, if you want, you can connect equipment such as powered speakers
or a miniature stereo system equipped with line inputs. You’ll then be
able to enjoy the sound of the FP-4F that is produced by the powered
speakers or miniature stereo system.
Use audio cables (sold separately) to make connections.
* To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices,
always turn down the volume, and turn o the power on all devices
before making any connections.
* When connection cables with resistors are used, the volume level
of equipment connected to the INPUT jacks may be low. If this
happens, use connection cables that do not contain resistors.
Having Audio from an External Device be
Sounded Through the FP-4F
INPUT jack
Connecting Speakers to the FP-4F and
Outputting Sounds
OUTPUT jack
1/4” plug
Amplied speakers,
Audio system, etc.
RCA phono
type
Input jacks
RCA phono type
Output jack
Stereo miniature phone type
Digital audio player, etc.
1. Turn the volume all the way down on the FP-4F and on the
audio device.
2. Turn o the power to the FP-4F and audio device.
3. Use audio cables to make the connection.
4. Switch on the connected audio device.
5. Switch on the FP-4F.
6. Adjust the volume level on the FP-4F and the connected
audio device.
The sounds from the connected audio device are played by the FP-4F.
MEMO
Adjust the volume by using the controls of your audio device.
1. Turn the volume all the way down on the FP-4F and on the
speaker.
2. Turn o the power to the FP-4F and speakers.
3. Use audio cables to make the connection.
4. Switch on the FP-4F.
5. Switch on the connected speakers.
6. Adjust the volume level on the FP-4F and the connected
speakers.
When you play the FP-4F’s keyboard, the sound is played from the
connected speakers.
Turning O the Power
1. Turn the volume all the way down on the FP-4F and on the
speakers you’re about to connect.
2. Turn o the connected speakers.
3. Turn o the FP-4F.
MEMO
The FP-4F is designed so that when you connect headphones,
the sound is optimized for listening through headphones. For this
reason, the sound heard from speakers connected to the FP-4F
will be dierent depending on whether or not headphones are
connected.
* If you connect the FP-4F to an external device (such as an external
speaker) in monaural, it may sound dierently than when using a
stereo connection.
Turning O the Power
1. Turn the volume all the way down on the FP-4F and on the
audio device you’re about to connect.
2. Turn o the FP-4F.
3. Turn o the connected audio device.
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Connections with Other Equipment
Connecting to MIDI Devices
By connecting an external MIDI device and exchanging performance
data, you can control one device from the other.
For instance, you can output sound from the other instrument or
switch Tones on the other instrument.
What’s MIDI?
MIDI, short for “Musical Instrument Digital Interface,” was
developed as a universal standard for the exchange of
performance data between electronic instruments and
computers.
Connecting a MIDI Sequencer to the FP-4F
MIDI connectors
Producing Sounds from a MIDI Sound
Module by Playing the FP-4F
MIDI connectors
MIDI cable
MIDI cable
MIDI sequencer
* When the FP-4F is connected to a MIDI sequencer, set it to “Local
O” (p. 62).
MIDI device
Making the Connection
1. Turn the volume all the way down on the FP-4F and on the
MIDI device.
2. Switch o the power to the FP-4F and the MIDI device.
3. Use a MIDI cables (sold separately) to connect the MIDI
connectors to each other.
4. Switch on the power to the FP-4F and the connected MIDI
device.
5. Adjust the volume level on the FP-4F and the connected
MIDI device.
6. You should also set the MIDI transmit channel as needed.
MEMO
For details on the MIDI transmit channel, refer to “Changing the
MIDI Transmit Channel (MIDI CH)” (p. 62).
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Connections with Other Equipment
Preventing Doubled Notes When Connected
to a Sequencer (LOCAL.CTL)
If you connect the FP-4F to a MIDI sequencer, turn o the Local Control
setting as described below.
Since most sequencers have their “thru” function turned on, the data
from your keyboard performance and the notes played back by the
sequencer will arrive at the sound generator by the two routes marked
(1) and (2) in the illustration. This will cause notes to be doubled or
interrupted. To prevent this, turn Local Control o so that route (1) will
be disconnected.
(1) Local On
Sound
Generator
Each note played
is sounded twice
MIDI
IN
MIDI
OUT
Local On
The keyboard and sequencer are connected to the internal sound
generator.
Sound is emitted
Sound Generator
Local On
Local O
The keyboard and sequencer are not connected to the internal sound
generator.
Playing the keyboard or playing back a song will not produce sound.
No sound produced
Sound Generator
Local O
Sequencer
MIDI
OUT
Memory
MIDI
IN
(2) Soft Thru On
Transmitting Recorded Performance Data to
a MIDI Device (COMP OUT)
The performance data you’ve recorded on the FP-4F can be
transmitted to a connected MIDI device or computer.
1. Hold down the [REVERB] button and press the [EQUALIZER]
button.
You’ll enter function mode (p. 48).
2. Use the [-] [+] buttons to select “COMP OUT.”
3. Press the [DISPLAY] button.
4. Use the [-] or [+] button to edit the setting.
SettingExplanation
ONPerformance data will be transmitted.
OFFPerformance data will not be transmitted.
Changing the MIDI Transmit Channel
(MIDI CH)
Here’s how to specify the MIDI channel that the FP-4F will use for
transmission.
MIDI uses sixteen “MIDI channels,” numbered 1–16. If MIDI devices are
connected and set to the same MIDI channel, you can use one device
to play or switch sounds on the other device.
The FP-4F receives all channels, 1–16.
1. Hold down the [REVERB] button and press the [EQUALIZER]
button.
You’ll enter function mode (p. 48).
2. Use the [-] [+] buttons to select “MIDI CH.”
3. Press the [DISPLAY] button.
4. Use the [-] or [+] button to edit the setting.
Setting (channel)OFF, 1–16
MEMO
If you choose “OFF,” the keyboard’s performance data will not be
transmitted.
1. Hold down the [REVERB] button and press the [EQUALIZER]
button.
You’ll enter function mode (p. 48).
2. Use the [-] [+] buttons to select “LOCAL.CTL.”
3. Press the [DISPLAY] button.
4. Use the [-] or [+] button to edit the setting.
SettingExplanation
ON
OFF
Local Control is on. The keyboard and sequencer
are connected to the internal sound generator.
Local Control is o. The keyboard and sequencer
are disconnected from the internal sound
generator. Playing the keyboard or playing back
a song will not produce sound.
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Connections with Other Equipment
Transmitting Tone Selection Data
(RGST CH/RGST PC/RGST MSB/RGST LSB)
When you switch registrations, program change, bank select MSB, and
bank select LSB messages will be transmitted to a MIDI device. You can
also specify the transmit channel.
1. Hold down the [REVERB] button and press the [EQUALIZER]
button.
You’ll enter function mode (p. 48).
2. Use the [-] [+] buttons to select the item that you want to
edit.
Press the [DISPLAY] button to return to the screen you were in before
performing step 3.
5. Repeat steps 2–4 to make the desired settings.
Species the program
change transmit channel.
Species the program
change number.
Species the bank select
MSB/LSB.
Connecting a Computer
The following become possible once you connect a USB cable
(available separately) between the USB (MIDI) connector on the FP-4F’s
left end of the rear panel and the USB connector of your computer.
• You can use the FP-4F to play sounds from SMF music les played back
with MIDI software.
• By exchanging MIDI data with sequencer software, you can save songs
recorded with the FP-4F to your computer, and enjoy a variety of
musical control and editing features.
USB (MIDI) connector
Computer
USB cable
USB connector
* Refer to the Roland website for system requirements.
Roland website: http://www.roland.com/
Changing the USB Driver Settings
(USB DRV)
Normally, you don’t need to install a driver in order to connect the
FP-4F to your computer. However, if some problem occurs, or if the
performance is poor, using the Roland original driver may solve the
problem.
Specify the USB driver you want to use, and then install the driver.
1. Hold down the [REVERB] button and press the [EQUALIZER]
button.
You’ll enter function mode (p. 48).
2. Use the [-] [+] buttons to select “USB DRV.”
3. Press the [DISPLAY] button.
4. Use the [-] or [+] button to edit the setting.
SettingExplanation
GEN (Generic)
ORG (Original)
Choose this if you want to use the standard USB
driver that was included with your computer.
Normally, you should use this mode.
Choose this if you want to use a USB driver
downloaded from the Roland website.
5. Turn on the power once again.
MEMO
• This setting is remembered even when the power is turned o.
• For details on downloading and installing the Roland original driver,
refer to the Roland website.
Roland website: http://www.roland.com/
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Connections with Other Equipment
Using the V-LINK Function
Connecting the FP-4F to a V-LINK compatible image device allows you to control the images with the FP-4F.
* To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn o the power on all devices before
making any connections.
V-LINK
V-LINK () is a function that allows music and images to be performed together. By using MIDI to connect two or more V-LINK
compatible devices, you can easily enjoy performing a wide range of visual eects that are linked to the expressive elements of a music
performance.
1. Hold down the [SPLIT] button and press the [TRANSPOSE] button.
When V-LINK is on, “ ” will be shown at the left side of the display.
You can control images using the twelve keys at the left end of the keyboard.
A0 B0 C1 D1 E1 F1 G1
A0–G#1
* While V-LINK is switched on, no sound is produced when you press any of the twelve keys at the left end of the keyboard.
To cancel V-LINK, hold down the [SPLIT ] button and press the [TRANSPOSE] button.
Specifying the V-LINK Transmit Channel (VLINK CH)
Here’s how to specify the channel on which messages used to control video will be sent.
1. Hold down the [REVERB] button and press the [EQUALIZER] button.
You’ll enter function mode (p. 48).
2. Use the [-] [+] buttons to select “VLINK CH.”
3. Press the [DISPLAY] button.
4. Use the [-] or [+] button to edit the setting.
Setting1–16
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Troubleshooting
If you suspect a malfunction, please read this section rst.
ProblemCause/ActionPage
Power will not turn onIs the AC adaptor connected correctly?p. 13
Buttons don’t work
Colors in the display are irregular/
Color is faded at the edge of the screen
Pedal does not work, or remains stuck
Can’t read or write USB memory
A buzzing sound is heard from an external
device
The volume level of the instrument
connected to the INPUT jacks is too low
Could Panel Lock be activated?
Deactivate Panel Lock.
These occur due to the nature of a liquid crystal display, and do not indicate a malfunction.
By adjusting the screen contrast you can make these artifacts less noticeable.
Is the pedal connected correctly?
Insert the plug all the way into the pedal jack.
Could you be using a pedal made by another manufacturer?
Use the included pedal or the RPU-3 (sold separately).
The pedal eect may remain stuck if you disconnect the pedal cord while the power is on.
Switch o the FP-4F’s power before you connect or disconnect the pedal cord.
If you’ve assigned the soft pedal or sostenuto pedal as a registration select switch, or assigned it to some
other function, the pedal won’t operate as a Soft pedal or Sostenuto pedal. The RGST PDL setting of the
each pedal set to “OFF.”
Are you using Roland USB memory (sold separately)?
Operation cannot be guaranteed if any other USB memory is used.
If you cannot correctly write to, or read from USB memory, you should change the setting for “EXT
MODE.”
Could you be powering your external equipment from two or more electrical outlets?
If external equipment is connected, it must be powered from the same electrical outlet.
Could you be using a connection cable that contains a resistor?
When connection cables with resistors are used, the volume level of equipment connected to the inputs
(INPUT jacks) may be low. Use a connection cable that does not contain a resistor.
p. 30
p. 17
p. 16
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p. 55
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p. 58
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No sound
ProblemCause/ActionPage
Could the FP-4F’s volume or the volume of a connected device be minimized?p. 14
Could headphones be connected?
Could a plug have been left in the headphone jack?
No sound will be output from the speakers if headphones or any other device is connected to the
No sound
No sound when you play back a song
No sound from the left-hand zone of the
keyboard
No sound
(when a MIDI device is connected)
headphone jack.
Could the [BALANCE] knob be turned all the way toward “ACCOMP” or “KEYBOARD”? p. 14
Could the Local Control setting be “OFF”?
If Local Control is turned o, no sound will be heard when you play the keyboard. Turn Local Control
“ON.”
Could the Local Control setting be “OFF”?
If Local Control is turned o, no sound will be heard when you play back a song. Turn Local Control “ON.”
Could V-LINK be on?
If V-LINK is on, the lowest twelve keys are used to control images, and will not produce sound.
Are all devices powered up?
Are the MIDI cables connected correctly?
Does the MIDI transmit channel match the setting of the connected device?p. 62
p. 17
p. 62
p. 62
p. 64
p. 61
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Troubleshooting
Sound does not play correctly
ProblemCause/ActionPage
The maximum simultaneous polyphony is 128 notes.
Not all the notes you play are heard
Keyboard or song pitch is incorrect
Two sounds are heard when you play the
keyboard
Pressing the [E. PIANO], [ORGAN], or
[OTHERS] button causes other tones to be
heard
Eect not applied
Reverberation is heard even when the
reverb eect is switched o
Sound changes abruptly at a certain note
in the upper range
A “whining” noise is heard
Something wrong with low-frequency
sounds/Buzzing resonance occurs
When using Dual Play or when performing along with a song or rhythm, or when making heavy use of
the damper pedal, it is possible for the performance data to exceed the polyphony, causing some of the
notes you play to be omitted.
Could you have made transpose settings?p. 23
Is the master tuning setting appropriate?p. 50
Is the temperament setting appropriate?p. 50
Is the stretch tuning setting appropriate?p. 52
Could the FP-4F be set to Dual Play?p. 25
If an external sequencer is connected, set the FP-4F to the Local O state, and turn your sequencer’s Soft
Thru setting o.
The [E. PIANO], [ORGAN], and [OTHERS] buttons can also function in selecting “recommended tones.”
With the FP-4F’s factory settings, if you connect a commercially available CD-ROM drive to the EXT
MEMORY connector, then select a song from a VIMA CD-ROM (VIMA TUNES), suitable tones for the song
will automatically be assigned to the [E. PIANO], [ORGAN], and [OTHERS] buttons, allowing you to select
appropriate tones by pressing these buttons.
When you’re using Dual Play or Split Play, and the two tones use dierent eects, no eect will be
applied to tone 2 (when using Dual Play) or the left-hand tone (when using Split Play).
Since the FP-4F’s piano sounds faithfully simulate the depth and resonance of an acoustic piano, this
may sound like reverberation even when the reverb eect is o.
On an acoustic piano, the top one and a half octaves of notes will sound until they decay naturally,
regardless of the damper pedal. The tone quality of these notes will also be dierent.
The FP-4F faithfully simulates this and other characteristics of an acoustic piano. The range that is
unaected by the damper pedal will change depending on the transposition setting.
If you hear this in the headphones:
Some brilliant and sharply dened piano sounds contain signicant high-frequency components, which
may sound like a metallic resonance has been added. This is due to the faithful simulation of a piano’s
actual characteristics, and does not indicate a malfunction.
This sound can be adjusted by altering the reverb depth (p. 23).
If you don’t hear this in headphones:
Some other reason may be responsible (e.g., resonance in the FP-4F itself). Please contact your dealer or
Roland Service Center.
If you don’t hear this in headphones:
When performing at a high volume, the speakers or an object near the FP-4F might resonate. It is also
possible for uorescent lights or glass doors in the room to resonate. For the low notes in particular, this
is more likely to occur at high volume. To minimize such resonance, take the following measures.
• Locate the speakers 10–15 cm away from the wall.
• Lower the volume.
• Move the resonating object farther away.
If you hear this in headphones:
Some other reason may be responsible. Please contact your dealer or Roland Service Center.
At high volumes, the sound may be distorted due to the way in which you are playing. If so, reduce the
volume.
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p. 62
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p. 25
p. 26
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Song does not play correctly
ProblemCause/ActionPage
Can’t play a song
A specic instrument within the song is
not heard
Song tempo is unstable
Can’t see the song names on USB memory
Could the screen indicate “DEL. SONG”?
You can’t play back a built-in song if recorded performance data remains in internal memory. Delete the
performance data before you play back the song.
Is Track Mute on?
Muted parts will not be heard.
If there is an excessive amount of performance data when playing a song from USB memory, the tempo
might become unstable.
If the song name data in the le is blank or consists only of spaces, the song name will not be displayed.—
Is the le name extension “MID”?
If the le name extension is wrong, the le cannot be handled as song data.
Can’t record or play back
ProblemCause/ActionPage
Your recorded performance was lost
Can’t play back a song saved on USB
memory
When you turn o the FP-4F’s power, the recorded performance will be lost. The lost performance
cannot be recovered.
Save the recorded performance to internal memory before you turn o the power.
Is the le name extension “MID”?
If the le name extension is wrong, the le cannot be handled as song data.
Problems with audio les
ProblemCause/ActionPage
Is the audio le in a format supported by the FP-4F?
Can’t play an audio le
Can’t record along with an audio le/
Can’t copy an audio le to internal memory
To be playable, audio les must be in the following format.
• File name extension is “.wav”
• 16-bit linear sampling
• Sampling rate is 44.1 kHz
The FP-4F does not allow recording using audio les, and cannot be used to copy audio les into internal
memory.
Troubleshooting
p. 47
p. 54
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p. 45
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MEMO
Functions that cannot be used with audio le playback
• Reverb (p. 23)
• Save to internal memory (p. 45)
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Error Messages
IndicationMeaning
ERROR 1The music le you attempted to save is read-only. It cannot be saved.
ERROR 2An error occurred while writing. It’s possible that the external media has not been initialized. Initialize the external media (p. 58).
ERROR 10External media is not inserted. Insert external media, and try the operation once again.
ERROR 11
ERROR 14
ERROR 15The le could not be read. This data format is not supported by the FP-4F.
ERROR 16
ERROR 18This audio format is not supported. Please use WAV format 44.1 kHz 16-bit linear audio les.
ERROR 30The FP-4F has insucient storage space.
ERROR 40
ERROR 41A MIDI cable was disconnected. Connect the MIDI cable correctly.
ERROR 43An error occurred during MIDI communication. Check the MIDI cable and the connected MIDI device.
ERROR 51
ERROR 65
There is insucient free space at the save destination. Either insert other external media, or delete unwanted data (song data, registration sets) and
try the operation again.
An error occurred while attempting to read data. Change the setting for EXT MODE (p. 58). If you still experience an error, it may mean that the external
media is damaged. Insert dierent external media, then try the procedure again.
Alternatively, format the external media (p. 58).
The data could not be read fast enough during song playback. In some cases you may be able to play back if you wait several seconds and then
press the SONG [PLAY/STOP] button once again.
Too much MIDI data was transmitted by an external MIDI device all at once, and the FP-4F was unable to process it. Reduce the amount of data
being transmitted by the external MIDI device.
The system may have malfunctioned. Try the operation again. If this indication still appears after trying the operation several times, contact Roland
Service Center.
Excessive current ow occurred in the EXT MEMORY connector. Verify that there is no malfunction in the external media, and then turn the power
o, then on again.
* External media: USB memory, CD-ROM, etc.
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Stored Items
Items Stored in a Registration
Stored ItemExplanationPage
—Selected tonep. 19
—Dual performance On/Op. 25
—Tone 1/Tone 2 (Dual performance)p. 25
—Split performance On/Op. 26
—Right-hand tone/Left-hand tone (Split performance)p. 26
—Split pointp. 28
—Speed of the rotary eect for organ soundsp. 19
—Transpose’s on or o, its value, and Transpose modep. 29
—Reverb’s on or o, and the depth of reverbp. 23
KEYTOUCHKey touchp. 50
SPSettings for Session Partner (including chord progressions)p. 34
DUAL BALDual balancep. 51
TRNSPOSETranspose modep. 51
OCT SHFTOctave shiftp. 51
D.PDL PRTSetting for the Damper Pedal partp. 53
C.PDL FNCFC1 pedal function
L.PDL FNCFC2 pedal function
MIDI CHMIDI transmit channelp. 62
RGST CH
RGST PC
RGST MSB
RGST LSB
Program Change datap. 63
p. 53
Items Stored by Memory Backup
Stored ItemExplanationPage
TUNINGMaster tuningp. 50
TEMPRMNTTemperamentp. 50
TMPR KEYTemperament keyp. 50
EQOn/o status of the equalizer, values of the various settingsp. 52
STR TUNEStretch Tuningp. 52
DMPR RESDamper Resonancep. 53
STRG RESString Resonancep. 53
KOFF RESKey O Resonancep. 53
CD/A TYPCD/Audio typep. 55
VLINK CHV-LINK transmit channelp. 64
Settings Stored Immediately When Edited
Stored ItemExplanationPage
USB DRVUSB driver settingp. 63
EXT MODEExternal Memory Modep. 58
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Tone List
PIANO
No. DisplayTone name
1PIANOGrand Piano1
2PNO+STRPiano + Str.
3PIANO 2Grand Piano2
4PNO+PADPiano + Pad
5PIANO 3Grand Piano3
6MAGCL PNMagicalPiano
7ROCK PNORock Piano
8PNO+CHOPiano+Choir
9HONKYTNKHonky-tonk
10HARPSIHarpsichord
11C.HARPSICoupled Hps.
E. PIANO
No. DisplayTone name
1E. PIANOVintage EP
2POP EPPop E.Piano
3'60S EP'60s E.Piano
4FM EPFM E.Piano
5'70S EP'70s E.Piano
6STG PHSRStage Phaser
7E.GRANDE.Grand
8CLAV.Clav.
9VIBVibraphone
10MARIMBAMarimba
11CELESTACelesta
12MLT ISLEMallet Isle
13MRNG LITMorning Lite
14EP BELLEEP Belle
15BALAD BLBallad Bells
ORGAN
No. DisplayTone name
1JAZZ ORGCombo Jz.Org
2BALAD ORBallad Organ
3GSPL SPNGospel Spin
4FULL STPFull Stops
5MELW BARMellow Bars
6LITE ORGLight Organ
7LOWR ORGLower Organ
8PRPL SPNPurple Spin
9'60S ORG'60s Organ
10CHURCH 1ChurchOrgan1
11CHURCH 2ChurchOrgan2
12NASN FLTNason t 8'
13ACORDIONAccordion
OTHERS
No. DisplayTone name
1STRINGS Rich Strings
2JZ SCATJazz Scat
3BRS SECTBrassSection
4FLUTEFlute
5ALTO SAXAlto Sax
6JAZZ GTJazz Guitar
7ORCH STROrchestraStr
8VELO STRVelo Strings
9DECY STRDecayStrings (*1)
10SYN STRSynthStrings
11SOFT PADSoft Pad
12GLAS PADGlass Pad
13SLKY WAYSilky Way
14LUNR STRLunar Strngs
15DCY C.PDDcy ChoirPad (*1)
16ORCHSTRAOrchestra
17ORCH BRSOrchestraBrs
18HARPHarp
19VIOLINViolin
20CELLOCello
21PIZZ STRPizzicatoStr
22NYLON GTNylon-str.Gt
23STEEL GTSteel-str.Gt
24CLEAN GTClean Guitar
25OVRDV GTOverdrive Gt
26AC. BASSAcousticBass
27BASS+CYMA.Bass+Cymbl
28FINGR BSFingeredBass
29FRTLS BSFretlessBass
30SLAP BS Slap Bass
31SYN BASSSynth Bass
32THUM VOThum Voice
33AERL CHOAerial Choir
34FEM AAHSFemale Aahs
35ANGL CHOAngels Choir
36BEAU VOXBeauty Vox
37MALE AAHMale Aahs
38HARPVOXHarpvox
39DECY CHODecay Choir (*1)
40TEN SAXTenor Sax
41CHAM WINChamberWinds
GM2
No. DisplayTone name
42STD SETSTANDARD Set
43ROOM SETROOM Set
44POWR SETPOWER Set
45ELEC SETELEC.Set
46ANLG SETANALOG Set
No. DisplayTone name
47JAZZ SETJAZZ Set
48BRSH SETBRUSH Set
49ORCH SETORCH.Set
50SFX SETSFX Set
51PIANO 1Piano 1
52PIANO 1WPiano 1w
53PIANO 1DPiano 1d
54PIANO 2Piano 2
55PIANO 2WPiano 2w
56PIANO 3Piano 3
57PIANO 3WPiano 3w
58HONKYTNKHonky-tonk
59HONKY WHonky-tonk w
60E.PIANO1E.Piano 1
61DETU EP1Detuned EP 1
62E. PIANOVintage EP
63'60S EP'60s E.Piano
64E.PIANO2E.Piano 2
65DETU EP2Detuned EP 2
66ST.FM EPSt.FM EP
67EP LEGNDEP Legend
68EP PHASEEP Phase
69HARPSIHarpsichord
70C.HARPSICoupled Hps.
71HARPSI.WHarpsi.w
72HARPSI.OHarpsi.o
73CLAV.Clav.
74PLS CLAVPulse Clav.
75CELESTACelesta
76GLOCKENGlockenspiel
77MUSIC BXMusic Box
78VIB Vibraphone
79VIB W Vibraphone w
80MARIMBAMarimba
81MARMBA WMarimba w
82XYLOPHNXylophone
83TUBLR BLTubularBells
84CHRCH BLChurch Bell
85CARILLONCarillon
86SANTURSantur
87ORGAN 1Organ 1
88TREM ORGTremoloOrgan
89'60S ORG'60s Organ
90ORGAN 2Organ 2
91PERC OR1Perc.Organ 1
92CHRS ORGChorus Organ
93PERC OR2Perc.Organ 2
94ROCK ORGRock Organ
95CHRH OR1Church Org.1
96CHRH OR2Church Org.2
97CHRH OR3Church Org.3
Tones indicated by “*1” are suitable for playing layered with a piano tone.
* In the tone group “Others” when you hold down the [-] or [+] button to switch tone in succession, the tones will stop changing at number 42 and
number 51. To select the next sound, release the [-] or [+] button, then press it again.
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Tone List
No. DisplayTone name
98REED ORGReed Organ
99PUFF ORGPu Organ
100 ACCORD 1Accordion 1
101 ACCORD 2Accordion 2
102 HARMONCAHarmonica
103 BANDNEONBandoneon
104 NYLON GTNylon-str.Gt
105 UKULELEUkulele
106 NYLN GTONylon Gt o
107 NYLN GT2Nylon Gt 2
108 STEEL GTSteel-str.Gt
109 12STR.GT12-str.Gt
110 MANDOLINMandolin
111 STL+BDYSteel+Body
112 JAZZ GTJazz Guitar
113 HAWAI GTHawaiian Gt
114 CLEAN GTClean Guitar
115 CHRS GT1Chorus Gt 1
116 M.TON GTMid Tone Gt
117 MUTED GTMuted Guitar
118 FUNK GT1Funk Guitar1
119 FUNK GT2Funk Guitar2
120 CHRS GT2Chorus Gt 2
121 OVRDV GTOverdrive Gt
122 GT PINCHGuitar Pinch
123 DIST GTDistortionGt
124 GT FDBK1Gt Feedback1
125 DIST.RTMDist.Rtm Gt
126 GT HARMOGt Harmonics
127 GT FEED2Gt Feedback2
128 AC. BASSAcousticBass
129 FINGR BSFingeredBass
130 FING SLPFinger Slap
131 PICKD BSPicked Bass
132 FRTLS BSFretlessBass
133 SLAP BS1Slap Bass 1
134 SLAP BS2Slap Bass 2
135 SYN BS1Synth Bass 1
136 WRM S.BSWarmSyn.Bass
137 SYN BS3Synth Bass 3
138 CLAV BSClav.Bass
139 HAMMERHammer
140 SYN BS2Synth Bass 2
141 SYN BS4Synth Bass 4
142 RBR S.BSRubberSyn.Bs
143 ATK PLSAttack Pulse
144 VIOLINViolin
145 SLW VILNSlow Violin
146 VIOLAViola
147 CELLOCello
148 CONTRABSContrabass
149 TREM STRTremolo Str.
150 PIZZ STRPizzicatoStr
151 HARPHarp
152 YANG QINYang Qin
No. DisplayTone name
153 TIMPANITimpani
154 STRINGSStrings
155 ORCHSTRAOrchestra
156 '60S STR'60s Strings
157 SLOW STRSlow Strings
158 SYN STR1Syn.Strings1
159 SYN STR3Syn.Strings3
160 SYN STR2Syn.Strings2
161 CHOIR 1Choir 1
162 CHOIR 2Choir 2
163 VOICEVoice
164 HUMMINGHumming
165 SYN VOSynth Voice
166 ANLG VOAnalog Voice
167 ORCH HITOrchestraHit
168 BASS HITBass Hit
169 6TH HIT6th Hit
170 EURO HITEuro Hit
171 TRUMPETTrumpet
172 DARK TPDark Trumpet
173 TROMBNE1Trombone 1
174 TROMBNE2Trombone 2
175 BRGHT TBBright Tb
176 TUBATuba
177 MUTE TP1MuteTrumpet1
178 MUTE TP2MuteTrumpet2
179 FR HORN1French Horn1
180 FR HORN2French Horn2
181 BRASS 1Brass 1
182 BRASS 2Brass 2
183 SYN BRS1Synth Brass1
184 SYN BRS3Synth Brass3
185 ANLG BR1AnalogBrass1
186 JUMP BRSJump Brass
187 SYN BRS2Synth Brass2
188 SYN BRS4Synth Brass4
189 ANLG BR2AnalogBrass2
190 SOPR SAXSoprano Sax
191 ALTO SAXAlto Sax
192 TEN SAXTenor Sax
193 BARI SAXBaritone Sax
194 OBOEOboe
195 ENG HORNEnglish Horn
196 BASSOONBassoon
197 CLARINETClarinet
198 PICCOLOPiccolo
199 FLUTEFlute
200 RECORDERRecorder
201 PAN FLTPan Flute
202 BTL BLOWBottle Blow
203 SHAKUHACShakuhachi
204 WHISTLEWhistle
205 OCARINAOcarina
206 SQR LD1Square Lead1
207 SQR LD2Square Lead2
No. DisplayTone name
208 SINE LDSine Lead
209 SAW LD1Saw Lead 1
210 SAW LD2Saw Lead 2
211 DR. SOLODoctor Solo
212 NATRL LDNatural Lead
213 SEQ SAWSequencedSaw
214 SYN CALISyn.Calliope
215 CHIFF LDChier Lead
216 CHARANGCharang
217 WIRE LDWire Lead
218 SOLO VOXSolo Vox
219 5.SAW LD5th Saw Lead
220 BASS-LDBass+Lead
221 DELYD LDDelayed Lead
222 FANTASIAFantasia
223 WARM PADWarm Pad
224 SINE PADSine Pad
225 POLYSYNPolysynth
226 SPACE VOSpace Voice
227 ITOPIAItopia
228 BOWD GLSBowed Glass
229 METAL PDMetallic Pad
230 HALO PADHalo Pad
231 SWEP PADSweep Pad
232 ICE RAINIce Rain
233 SOUNDTRKSoundtrack
234 CRYSTALCrystal
235 SYN MALTSynth Mallet
236 ATMOSPHRAtmosphere
237 BRIGHTNSBrightness
238 GOBLINSGoblins
239 ECHO DRPEcho Drops
240 ECHO BELEcho Bell
241 ECHO PANEcho Pan
242 STAR THMStar Theme
243 SITAR 1Sitar 1
244 SITAR 2Sitar 2
245 BANJOBanjo
246 SHAMISENShamisen
247 KOTOKoto
248 TAISH KTTaisho Koto
249 KALIMBAKalimba
250 BAGPIPEBagpipe
251 FIDDLEFiddle
252 SHANAIShanai
253 TINKL BLTinkle Bell
254 AGOGOAgogo
255 STEL DRMSteel Drums
256 WOODBLOKWoodblock
257 CASTANETCastanets
258 TAIKOTaiko
259 CONCT BDConcert BD
260 MELO TM1Melodic Tom1
261 MELO TM2Melodic Tom2
262 SYN DRUMSynth Drum
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Tone List
No. DisplayTone name
263 TR808 TMTR-808 Tom
264 ELEC PERElec.Perc.
265 REVS CYMReverse Cym.
266 G.FRT NSGt FretNoise
267 GT CT NSGt Cut Noise
268 B.STR SLBsStringSlap
269 BRETH NSBreath Noise
270 FL.KY CLFl.Key Click
271 SEASHORESeashore
272 RAINRain
273 THUNDERThunder
274 WINDWind
275 STREAMStream
276 BUBBLEBubble
277 BIRD 1Bird 1
278 DOGDog
279 HORS GLPHorse Gallop
280 BIRD 2Bird 2
281 TELPHN 1Telephone 1
282 TELPHN 2Telephone 2
283 DOOR-CRKDoorCreaking
284 DOORDoor
285 SCRATCHScratch
286 WIND CHMWind Chimes
287 HELICPTRHelicopter
288 CAR ENGNCar Engine
289 CAR STOPCar Stop
290 CAR PASSCar Pass
291 CAR CRSHCar Crash
292 SIRENSiren
293 TRAINTrain
294 JETPLANEJetplane
295 STARSHIPStarship
296 BURST NSBurst Noise
297 APPLAUSEApplause
298 LAUGHINGLaughing
299 SCREAMScreaming
300 PUNCHPunch
301 HEART BTHeart Beat
302 FOOTSTEPFootsteps
303 GUN SHOTGun Shot
304 MACHN GNMachine Gun
305 LASR GUNLaser Gun
306 EXPLSIONExplosion
STANDARD Set
27High-Q
28
29
31Sticks
33Metronome Click
35
C236
38Snare Drum
40
41
43Low Tom 1
45Mid Tom 2
47
C348
50High Tom 1
52
53
55Splash Cymbal
57Crash Cymbal 2
59
C460
62Mute High Conga 1
64
65
67High Agogo
69Cabasa
71
C572
74Long Guiro [EXC3]
76
77
79Open Cuica [EXC4]
81Open Triangle [EXC5]
83
C684
86Mute Surdo [EXC6]
88
Slap
Scratch Push [EXC7]
30Scratch Pull [EXC7]
32Square Click
34Metronome Bell
Kick Drum 2
Kick Drum 1
37Side Stick
39Hand Clap
Electric Snare 3
Low Tom 2
42Closed Hi-Hat 1[EXC1]
44Pedal Hi-Hat 1[EXC1]
46Open Hi-Hat 1[EXC1]
Mid Tom 1
High Tom 2
49Crash Cymbal 1
51Ride Cymbal 1
Chinese Cymbal 1
Ride Bell 1
54Tambourine
56Cowbell
58Vibraslap
Ride Cymbal 2
High Bongo 1
61Low Bongo 1
63Open High Conga
Low Conga
High Timbale
66Low Timbale
68Low Agogo
70Maracas
Short High Whistle [EXC2]
Long Low Whistle [EXC2]
73Short Guiro [EXC3]
75Claves
High Woodblock
Low Woodblock
78Mute Cuica [EXC4]
80Mute Triangle [EXC5]
82Shaker
Jingle Bell
Bar Tree
85Castanets
87Open Surdo [EXC6]
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* -----: No sound.
* [EXC]: will not sound simultaneously with other percussion instru-
ments of the same number.
Rhythm List (Session Partner)
No.DisplayRhythm name
1ROCK POPRock Pop5108
2STRE. POPStreet Pop57100
38-BTPOP18-Beat Pop 155108
4PIANOBLDPiano Ballad5884
5ORGANBLDOrgan Ballad1075
6R&B BLD R&B Ballad4160
7ACOUSTICAcoustic1292
8STRA.ROCKStraightRock54136
9S.8BTRCK2S.8-Bt Rock259115
10LOOSERCKLoose Rock13174
11GTR FUNKGuitar Funk19104
128-BTFUNK8-Beat Funk16108
13FUSION Fusion2195
148BTFUSN18-Bt Fusion123113
15JAZZ Jazz35136
16FASTJAZ1Fast Jazz 136128
17LATINPOPLatin Pop47150
18LATNFUSNLatin Fusion48125
19MOTOWN Motown395
20GTR POP Guitar Pop6082
2116-BTPOP16-Beat Pop14116
228BTSHFFL8-Bt Shue2896
23POP Pop17100
24S. POP S.Pop17100
25CONTEMP Contemporary2393
26MED POP Medium Pop2486
27S.MED POPS.Medium Pop2486
288-BTPOP28-Beat Pop 214126
29S.8BTPOP2S.8-Bt Pop 214126
30PIANOPOPPiano Pop52116
31CNTRYPOPCountry Pop2798
32SHUFFLE Shue28116
33S.SHUFFLES.Shue28116
34SMOTHPOPSmooth Pop5388
356/8 BLD 6/8 Ballad61216
36BALLAD Ballad3982
37GTBALLADGt Ballad1280
38E. PNOBLDE.Piano Bld4067
39808 BLD 808 Ballad4265
40NWAGEBLDNew Age Bld4366
41PNOWALTZPiano Waltz5090
428BTROCK18-Beat Rock152128
438BTROCK28-Beat Rock219106
448BTROCK38-Beat Rock329140
45S.8BTRCK3S.8-Bt Rock329140
4616BTRCK116-BeatRock153142
4716BTRCK216-BeatRock25486
48BOUNCERKBounce Rock11105
49S.BOUNCRKS.BounceRock11105
5016BTFNK116-BeatFunk124120
5116BTFNK216-BeatFunk238110
52SLOWFUNKSlow Funk3385
53CNTMPFNKContemp Funk16103
54RHYTHM.GTRhythmic Gt20100
Chord progression
pattern number
Tempo
No.DisplayRhythm name
5570S SOUL'70s Soul2296
568BTFUSN28-Bt Fusion225112
5716BTFUSN16-Bt Fusion21124
58JAZBRUSHJazz Brush3760
59FASTJAZ2Fast Jazz 234220
60WTIMEFELW Time Feel36140
61S.WTIMEFLS.W Time Feel36140
62SCATSWNGScat Swing37120
63PIANOJAZPiano Jazz38110
64JAZWALTZJazz Waltz5690
65FASTBOSAFast Bossa47110
66BOSANOVABossa Nova48125
67SALSA Salsa4592
68LATIN Latin46116
69S. LATIN S.Latin46116
70MAMBO Mambo4592
71BEGUINE Beguine49105
72HIP HOP Hip Hop1898
73808HIPHP808 Hip Hop25102
74S.808HPHPS.808 HipHop25102
75EURDANCEEuro Dance15135
76HONKYPOPHonky Pop32185
77S.HONKYPPS.Honky Pop32185
78BOOGIE Boogie33170
79GOSPEL Gospel30120
80GSPSHOUTGospel Shout31150
Chord progression
pattern number
Tempo
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Chord Progression Pattern List
It is the Chord Progression Pattern List by each measure. These are basic chord progression pattern from No. 1 to No. 10, and these are suitable chord
progression for the internal rhythm from No. 11 to No. 61.
01SWAN Swan-derful Samba*John Maul
02POLON 53 Polonaise op.53Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin
03WLZ 34-1Valse, op.34-1Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin
04NOCT 20 Nocturne No.20Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin
05PLEASUREMy Pleasure*Masashi Hirashita
06LA FILLE
07CAMPANELLa CampanellaFranz Liszt
08TRIO GRNTrio Grande*John Maul
09SCHERZO2Scherzo No.2Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin
10ETD.10-12Étude, op.10-12Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin
11SONATE15Sonate No.15Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
12LIEBESTRLiebesträume 3Franz Liszt
13ETUD.10-3Étude, op.10-3 Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin
14JETEVEUXJe te veuxErik Satie
15WLZ 64-1Valse, op.64-1Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin
16G. CAKEWKGolliwog's CakewalkClaude Achille Debussy
17FANT-IMPFantaisie-ImpromptuFryderyk Franciszek Chopin
18ARABSQ 1Arabesque 1Claude Achille Debussy
19DONAU
20FLUEGELN
21MAZURKA.5 Mazurka No.5Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin
22GYMNO 1 Gymnopédie 1Erik Satie
23ETUD.25-1Étude, op.25-1Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin
24CLAIR DEClair de LuneClaude Achille Debussy
25ETUD.10-5Étude, op.10-5Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin
26GRADUS A
27G.WLZ BRIGrande Valse BrillanteFryderyk Franciszek Chopin
28PRIERE La prière d'une ViergeTekla Badarzewska
29TROIKA Course en TroïkaPeter Ilyich Tchaikovsky
30SPRING To The SpringEdvard Hagerup Grieg
31WLZ 64-2Valse, op.64-2Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin
32RADETZKYRadetzky MarschJohann Baptist Strauss
33TRAEUMERTräumereiRobert Alexander Schumann
34M. MUSIC3Moments Musicaux 3Franz Peter Schubert
35PRE.28-15Prélude, op.28-15Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin
36B. SMITH Harmonious BlacksmithGeorg Friedrich Händel
37UNGAR-T5Ungarische Tänze 5Johannes Brahms
38TURKISCHTürkischer MarschLudwig van Beethoven
39NOCT 2 Nocturne No.2Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin
40FRUHLINGFrühlingsliedFelix Mendelsshon
41PRALUDIUPräludiumJohann Sebastian Bach
42JAGERLIEJägerliedFelix Mendelsshon
43PASSEPIEPassepiedClaude Achille Debussy
44FUR.ELISEFür EliseLudwig van Beethoven
45TURKISCHTürkischer MarschWolfgang Amadeus Mozart
46STANDCHEStändchenFranz Peter Schubert
47HUMORESKHumoreskeAntonín Dvořák
48BLUMENLIBlumenliedGustav Lange
49ALPENGLOAlpenglöckchenTheodor Oesten
50MENUET.BEMenuett G durLudwig van Beethoven
La Fille aux Cheveux
de Lin
An der schönen, blauen
Donau
Auf Flügeln des
Gesanges
Dr. Gradus ad
Parnassum
Claude Achille Debussy
Johann Strauss, Sohn
Felix Mendelsshon
Claude Achille Debussy
No.DisplaySong nameComposer
51VENEZIAN
52ALPENABEAlpenabendröteTheodor Oesten
53FAREWELLFarewell to the PianoLudwig van Beethoven
54BRAUTCHOBrautchorWilhelm Richard Wagner
55FORGET Forget-Me-NotHeinrich Lichner
56WN. MARCH Wiener MarschCarl Czerny
57COUCOU Le CoucouLouis Claude Daquin
58MENUET.BA Menuett G durJohann Sebastian Bach
59SPINNERLSpinnerliedAlbert Ellmenreich
60GAVOTTE GavotteFrançois Joseph Gossec
61HEIDENROHeidenrösleinGustav Lange
62ZIGEUNERZigeuner TanzHeinrich Lichner
63CINQUANTLa CinquantaineGabriel Marie
64CSIKOS P.Csikos PostHermann Necke
65DOLLYS D.
66VIOLETTELa VioletteLouis Streabbog
67LANDMANN Fröhlicher LandmannRobert Alexander Schumann
68SONA.36-1Sonatine op.36-1Muzio Clementi
69SONA.20-1Sonatine op.20-1Friedrich Kuhlau
70SONATI 5 Sonatine No.5Ludwig van Beethoven
71L. CHOPINLate Night Chopin*John Maul
72FLY FREEFly Free*John Maul
73AMOUR L'éveil de l'amour*Masashi Hirashita
Venezianisches
Gondellied
Dolly's Dreaming
Awakening
Felix Mendelsshon
Theodor Oesten
* All rights reserved. Unauthorized use of this material for purposes
other than private, personal enjoyment is a violation of applicable
laws.
* Songs marked by an asterisk “*” are original songs composed for the
Roland Corporation. The copyrights to these songs are owned by the
Roland Corporation.
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Chord Fingering List
symbol: Indicates the constituent notes of chords.
Instead of the sharp (#) symbol, a quotation mark will be shown in the display.
symbol: Chords shown with an “ ” can be played by pressing just the key marked with the “ ”.
EXT MEMORY connector
USB (MIDI) connector
PEDAL jacks (DAMPER/R, SOFT/L (FC1)*, SOSTENUTO/C (FC2)*): 1/4-inch phone type (* Assignable)
Connectors
Rated Power Output12 W x 2
Speakers(8 x 12 cm) x 2
Volume Level (SPL)98 dB (This value was measured according to the method that is based on Roland’s technical standard.)
ControlVolume, Balance, LCD Contrast
Power SupplyDC 12 V (AC Adaptor)
Power Consumption24 W
Dimensions
Weight
Accessories
Options
OUTPUT jacks (L/MONO, R): 1/4-inch phone type
INPUT jacks (L/MONO, R): RCA phono type
PHONES jack x 2: Stereo 1/4-inch phone type
MIDI connectors (IN, OUT)
DC IN jack
1,342 (W) x 305 (D) x 135 (H) mm
52-7/8 x 12-1/16 x 5-3/8 inches
1,342 (W) x 341 (D) x 940 (H) mm
52-7/8 x 13-7/16 x 37-1/16 inches
(FP-4F with dedicated stand KSC-44 and music rest)
16.6 kg / 36 lbs 10 oz
29.1 kg / 64 lbs 3 oz (FP-4F with dedicated stand KSC-44 and music rest)
Owner’s Manual
AC Adaptor
Power Cord (for AC Adaptor)
Music Rest
Damper Pedal (capable of continuous detection)
Pedal Unit: RPU-3
Damper Pedal: DP-10
Pedal Switch: DP-2
Expression Pedal: EV-5, EV-7
CD Drive
USB Flash Memory (Use USB Flash Memory sold by Roland. We cannot guarantee operation if other products are used.)
Main Specications
* In the interest of product improvement, the specications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice.
5100 S. Eastern Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90040-2938,
U. S. A.
TEL: (323) 890 3700
As of Feb. 1, 2011 (ROLAND)
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For EU Countries
For China
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This product complies with the requirements of EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.
For EU Countries
For the U.K.
For the USA
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment requires shielded interface cables in order to meet FCC class B limit.
Any unauthorized changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
For Canada
NOTICE
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
AVIS
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
For C.A. US (Proposition 65
WARNING
This product contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm, including lead.
IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE.
BLUE:
BROWN:
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying
the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
Under no circumstances must either of the above wires be connected to the earth terminal of a three pin plug.
NEUTRAL
LIVE
For the USA
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Compliance Information Statement
Model Name :
Type of Equipment :
Responsible Party :
Address :
Telephone :
FP-4F
Digital Piano
Roland Corporation U.S.
5100 S. Eastern Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90040-2938
(323) 890-3700
)
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