Roland GW-7 User Manual
Owner’s Manual
Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland Workstation GW-7.
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Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT
NOTES” (p. 2–3; p. 4). These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of
the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided
by your new unit, Owner’s manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on
hand as a convenient reference.
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Conventions Used in This Manual
Operating buttons are enclosed by square brackets [ ]; e.g., [ENTER].
Reference pages are indicated by (p. **).
The following symbols are used.
This indicates an important note; be sure to read it.
This indicates a memo regarding the setting or function; read it as desired.
This indicates a useful hint for operation; read it as necessary.
This indicates information for your reference; read it as necessary.
This indicates an explanation of a term; read it as necessary.
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Copyright © 2005 ROLAND CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written
permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.
For the U.K.
Used for instructions intended to alert
the user to the risk of injury or material
damage should the unit be used
improperly.
* Material damage refers to damage or
other adverse effects caused with
respect to the home and all its
furnishings, as well to domestic
animals or pets.
Used for instructions intended to alert
the user to the risk of death or severe
injury should the unit be used
improperly.
The ● symbol alerts the user to things that must be
carried out. The specific thing that must be done is
indicated by the design contained within the circle. In
the case of the symbol at left, it means that the powercord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
The symbol alerts the user to important instructions
or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is
determined by the design contained within the
triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for
general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.
The symbol alerts the user to items that must never
be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that
must not be done is indicated by the design contained
within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it
means that the unit must never be disassembled.
IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE.
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.
USING THE UNIT SAFELY
BLUE:
BROWN:
NEUTRAL
LIVE
001
• Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual.
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002c
• Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or its AC
adaptor.
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003
• Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts within
it (except when this manual provides specific instructions directing you to do so). Refer all servicing to your
retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information”
page.
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004
• Never use or store the unit in places that are:
• Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct sunlight
in an enclosed vehicle, near a heating duct, on top of
heat-generating equipment); or are
• Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors); or are
• Humid; or are
• Exposed to rain; or are
• Dusty; or are
• Subject to high levels of vibration.
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005
• This unit should be used only with a stand that is
recommended by Roland.
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006
• 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.
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008c
• Be sure to use only the AC adaptor supplied with the
unit. Also, make sure the line voltage at the installation
matches the input voltage specified on the AC adaptor’s
body. Other AC adaptors may use a different polarity,
or be designed for a different voltage, so their use could
result in damage, malfunction, or electric shock.
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009
• Do not excessively twist or bend the power cord, nor
place heavy objects on it. Doing so can damage the cord,
producing severed elements and short circuits.
Damaged cords are fire and shock hazards!
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010
• This unit, either alone or in combination with an
amplifier 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.
011
• Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material,
coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks,
etc.) to penetrate the unit.
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012c
• Immediately turn the power off, remove the AC adaptor
from the outlet, and request servicing by your retailer,
the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized
Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page
when:
• The AC adaptor or the power-supply cord has been
damaged; or
• If smoke or unusual odor occurs
• Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been spilled
onto the unit; or
• The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise has
become wet); or
• The unit does not appear to operate normally or
exhibits a marked change in performance.
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013
• In households with small children, an adult should
provide supervision until the child is capable of
following all the rules essential for the safe operation of
the unit.
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014
• Protect the unit from strong impact.
(Do not drop it!)
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015
• 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.
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016
• Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult with
your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an
authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.
101b
• The unit and the AC adaptor should be located so their
location or position does not interfere with their proper
ventilation.
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101c
• This unit is for use only with Roland stand KS-12. Use
with other stands is capable of resulting in instability
causing possible injury.
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102d
• Always grasp only the output plug or the body of the
AC adaptor when plugging into, or unplugging from,
this unit or an outlet.
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103b
• At regular intervals, you should unplug the AC adaptor
and clean it by using a dry cloth to wipe all dust and
other accumulations away from its prongs. Also,
disconnect the power plug from the power outlet
whenever the unit is to remain unused for an extended
period of time. Any accumulation of dust between the
power plug and the power outlet can result in poor
insulation and lead to fire.
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104
• Try to prevent cords and cables from becoming
entangled. Also, all cords and cables should be placed
so they are out of the reach of children.
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106
• Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the
unit.
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107d
• Never handle the AC adaptor body, or its output plugs,
with wet hands when plugging into, or unplugging
from, an outlet or this unit.
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108b
• Before moving the unit, disconnect the AC adaptor and
all cords coming from external devices.
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109b
• Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and unplug
the AC adaptor from the outlet.
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110b
• Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning in
your area, disconnect the AC adaptor from the outlet.
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IMPORTANT NOTES
291a
In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page 2–3, please read and observe the following:
Power Supply
301
• Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is being
used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by an inverter
(such as a refrigerator, washing machine, microwave oven, or air
conditioner), or that contains a motor. Depending on the way in
which the electrical appliance is used, power supply noise may
cause this unit to malfunction or may produce audible noise. If it
is not practical to use a separate electrical outlet, connect a power
supply noise filter between this unit and the electrical outlet.
302
• The AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after long hours of
consecutive use. This is normal, and is not a cause for concern.
307
• Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the power to
all units. This will help prevent malfunctions and/or damage to
speakers or other devices.
Placement
351
• Using the unit near power amplifiers (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.
352a
• This device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do
not use this device in the vicinity of such receivers.
352b
• 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 off.
354a
• Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near devices
that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed vehicle, or otherwise
subject it to temperature extremes. Excessive heat can deform or
discolor the unit.
355b
• When moved from one location to another where the temperature and/or humidity is very different, water droplets (condensation) may form inside the unit. Damage or malfunction may
result if you attempt to use the unit in this condition. Therefore,
before using the unit, you must allow it to stand for several
hours, until the condensation has completely evaporated.
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• 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.
Maintenance
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• For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth or one
that has been slightly dampened with water. To remove stubborn
dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a mild, non-abrasive detergent.
Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry
cloth.
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• Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to
avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.
Repairs and Data
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• Please be aware that all data contained in the unit’s memory may
be lost when the unit is sent for repairs. Important data should
always be backed up in another MIDI device (e.g., a sequencer) or
on a computer, or written down on paper (when possible).
During repairs, due care is taken to avoid the loss of data.
However, in certain cases (such as when circuitry related to
memory itself is out of order), we regret that it may not be
possible to restore the data, and Roland assumes no liability
concerning such loss of data.
Additional Precautions
551
• Please be aware that the contents of memory can be irretrievably
lost as a result of a malfunction, or the improper operation of the
unit. To protect yourself against the risk of loosing important
data, we recommend that you periodically save a backup copy of
important data you have stored in the unit’s memory, another
MIDI device (e.g., a sequencer), or on a computer.
552
• Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of
data that was stored in the unit’s memory, another MIDI device
(e.g., a sequencer), or on a computer once it has been lost. Roland
Corporation assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.
553
• Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s buttons,
sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks and
connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.
554
• Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.
556
• When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the connector
itself—never pull on the cable. This way you will avoid causing
shorts, or damage to the cable’s internal elements.
558a
• 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 (especially
when it is late at night).
559a
• When you need to transport the unit, package it in the box
(including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise, you
will need to use equivalent packaging materials.
561
• Use only the specified expression pedal (EV-5; sold separately).
By connecting any other expression pedals, you risk causing
malfunction and/or damage to the unit.
566a
• The effective range of the D Beam controller is greatly reduced in
strong light, such as direct sunlight. Please be aware of this when
using the D Beam controller.
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Corporation.
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operating system.”
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Computer, Inc.
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Contents
USING THE UNIT SAFELY .......................... 2
IMPORTANT NOTES.................................... 4
Panel Descriptions ...................................... 6
Front Panel ................................................................................6
Rear Panel..................................................................................7
Introduction.................................................. 8
About the GW-7 .......................................................................8
Making Connections................................................................8
Connecting External Equipment, Pedals, and Switches...........8
Connecting the AC Adaptor.........................................................9
Turning the Power On/Off ....................................................9
Turning the Power On...................................................................9
Turning the Power Off ..................................................................9
Adjusting the Screen Contrast................................................9
Listening to the Demo Song ...................................................9
Playing Sounds from the Keyboard (Keyboard Mode)......9
Using Main Mode ..........................................................................9
Using Split Mode..........................................................................10
Using Dual Mode.........................................................................10
Using the Metronome..................................................................10
Restoring the GW-7 to Its Factory Settings ........................10
Initializing the User Style and User Song Memory...........10
Keyboard Mode Functions ....................... 11
Selecting the Tone for the Keyboard Mode........................11
Selecting a Tone............................................................................11
Using the Favorite Tone Function .......................................11
Registering a Favorite Tone........................................................11
Selecting a Favorite Tone ............................................................11
Drum Sounds and Sound Effects (SFX) .............................. 11
Drum Sets......................................................................................11
Sound Effects (SFX)......................................................................11
Octave Settings .......................................................................11
Editing a Tone.........................................................................12
Editing a Tone in Detail ..............................................................12
Saving a Tone................................................................................12
Other Functions......................................................................13
Using the GW-7 as a MIDI Keyboard Controller ....................13
Playing with an Accompaniment
(Backing) ................................................... 14
Playing Back a Backing .........................................................14
Changing the Backing Ensemble ...............................................14
Adjusting the Volume Balance...................................................14
Adjusting the Tempo...................................................................14
Sync Start.......................................................................................14
Stopping the Backing...................................................................14
Selecting a Music Style ..........................................................15
Adding Music Styles....................................................................15
Deleting a Music Style.................................................................15
Other Functions Related to Music Styles..................................15
Using Effects........................................................................... 19
Adjusting the Reverb or Chorus Send Level ...........................19
Editing the Effects ........................................................................19
Multi-Effect List............................................................................20
Song Functions ......................................... 21
Recording a Song ................................................................... 21
All...................................................................................................21
Keyboard.......................................................................................21
Single..............................................................................................21
Punch-In/Out...............................................................................22
Recording Another Song
(After Previously Recording a Song) ................................. 22
Saving a Song .........................................................................22
Deleting a Song ...................................................................... 22
Selecting and Playing a Song ............................................... 23
Moving the Playback Location of a Song .................................23
Minus-One Playback ...................................................................23
USB Functions and System Functions ... 24
Transferring Files via USB.................................................... 24
Terminating the USB Connection
between the GW-7 and Your Computer..................................24
System Settings ...................................................................... 24
System Parameter Functions......................................................25
MIDI Functions........................................... 26
MIDI Channels....................................................................... 26
MIDI Parameters.................................................................... 26
Bulk Dump ............................................................................. 27
Bulk Load................................................................................ 27
Using the GW-7 as a MIDI Sound Module ........................ 27
Troubleshooting ........................................ 28
Power Does Not Turn On..................................................... 28
No Sound from the GW-7..................................................... 28
No Sound from a Specific Part............................................. 28
No Sound from a Connected MIDI Device........................ 28
No Sound in a Specific Range of Pitches............................ 28
Effects Are Not Applied .......................................................28
The Effect Sounds Wrong..................................................... 28
Pitch Bend Not Obtained
When Pitch Bend Lever Is Moved...................................... 28
Sound Is Alternately Heard from Left and Right
(Panned) Each Time You Play a Note................................ 28
Sound Is Distorted................................................................. 29
Pitch Is Wrong........................................................................ 29
Notes Are Cut Off.................................................................. 29
Tone Lists................................................... 30
Drum Sets................................................... 35
Music Styles............................................... 40
Performance Functions and Effects ........ 16
Performance Functions..........................................................16
D Beam Controller .......................................................................16
Pitch Bend and Modulation........................................................17
Assignable Pedal ..........................................................................17
Using Preset Performances.........................................................17
Selecting a Performance ..............................................................17
Editing a Performance.................................................................17
Saving a Performance..................................................................17
Performance Parameters .............................................................18
Chord Intelligence (“MODE 1” setting).... 41
Specifications ............................................ 44
Index ........................................................... 45
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Panel Descriptions
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Front Panel
1.
VOLUME knob
This knob controls the volume of the entire GW-7.
2.
D Beam controller
You can use this controller simply by moving your hand above
it. (p. 16)
3.
ASSIGNABLE buttons
You can use these buttons to turn the D Beam controller on/off,
or to select the D Beam function. (p. 16)
4.
TAP TEMPO button
You can use this button to set the tempo. (p. 14)
5.
BACKING TRACK button
Press this button when you want the backing to play. (p. 14)
6.
SYNC START button
This button activates the Sync Start function. (p. 14)
7.
BAND TYPE buttons
Use these buttons to change the backing ensemble, or to use the
minus-one function. (p. 14, p. 23)
8.
SONG REC button
Press this button to record a song. (p. 21)
9.
SONG CONTROL buttons
Use these buttons to play back the backing or song. (p. 14, p. 23)
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10.
ANALOG MODIFY section
Turn the C1/C2 knobs to control the functions you select by
pressing the SELECT button. (p. 12, p. 14, p. 25)
11.
Screen
This displays various information according to the operations
you perform.
12.
VALUE dial
Use this to edit the value of the parameters (settings) in the
screen.
13.
SELECT buttons ([ ][ ])
Use these buttons to change between screen pages, tone
categories, or music styles.
14.
EXIT (NO)/ENTER (YES) buttons
Pressed to issue the “Cancel” (EXIT) or “OK” (ENTER)
commands in screens that prompt you to make such a selection.
To listen to the demo songs, hold down [SHIFT] and press
[EXIT]. (p. 9)
To use the metronome, hold down [SHIFT] and press [ENTER].
(p. 10)
15.
EFFECTS button
This button lets you make effect settings. (p. 19)
To lower the pitch of the keyboard tone in steps of one octave,
hold down [SHIFT] and press [EFFECTS]. (p. 11)
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16.
FUNCTION button
This button takes you to the settings screen for various
parameters.
To raise the pitch of the keyboard tone in steps of one octave,
hold down [SHIFT] and press [FUNCTION]. (p. 11)
17.
KEYBOARD section
Use these buttons to switch the keyboard mode. (p. 9, p. 11)
18.
MODE section
Use these buttons to switch between Tone, Style, Performance,
and Song modes.
19.
USB button
The GW-7 can exchange music style data or song files with your
computer via a USB connection. (p. 24)
20.
[PIANO]–[DRUMS]
Use these buttons to select tones by category. (p. 9–11)
Panel Descriptions
21.
FAVORITE button
Use this button to access favorite tones. (p. 11)
22.
Bender/Modulation lever
You can raise or lower the pitch by moving this lever to the left
or right. Push the lever away from yourself to apply modulation
(normally vibrato) to the sound. (p. 17)
Rear Panel
1.
USB connector
Use a USB cable to connect the GW-7 to your computer via this
connector. (p. 24)
2.
MIDI OUT/IN connectors
Connect MIDI devices to these connectors. (p. 26)
3.
CONTROL PEDAL jack
Connect a separately available pedal switch (Roland DP Series),
a separately available foot switch (BOSS FS-5U) or a separately
available expression pedal (Roland EV-5) to this jack. (p. 8, p.
17)
4.
HOLD PEDAL jack
Connect a separately available pedal switch (Roland DP Series)
to this jack. (p. 8)
5.
OUTPUT R/L (MONO) jacks
Connect your cassette deck, power amp, audio amp, keyboard
amp, monitor speakers, etc., to these jacks. (p. 8)
9.
POWER switch
This turns the power on/off. (p. 9)
6.
PHONES jack
Connect a separately available pair of headphones to this jack.
Sound will be output from the OUTPUT jacks even if you
connect headphones.
7.
Cord hook
Use this to secure the AC adaptor cord. (p. 9)
8.
DC IN jack
Connect the included AC adaptor here. (p. 9)
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Introduction
Cassette deck, power amp, audio amp, keyboard amp,
monitor speakers, etc.
About the GW-7
What is a
On the GW-7, each of the sounds you normally play is called a
“Tone.” If we use the analogy of an orchestra, a Tone
corresponds to an instrument played by one of the musicians.
Settings for parameters such as effects and filters are also
included in a Tone.
What is
”Backing” refers to the automatic accompaniment functionality
of the GW-7.
What is a
A “Music Style” is a musical template used by a Backing. The
GW-7 contains a variety of music styles such as rock, dance,
Latin, and jazz. You can also add style data by connecting the
GW-7 to your computer via USB. (p. 24)
You can’t create music styles using the GW-7 itself; you’ll need
to use the built-in styles provided by the GW-7, or load
commercially available style data.
Tone
? (p. 11)
Backing
Music Style
? (p. 14)
? (p. 15)
Making Connections
To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other
devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power
on all devices before making any connections.
Connecting External Equipment, Pedals, and Switches
Connecting External Equipment
You can record your playing (or a song recorded on the GW-7) onto
a cassette tape or other audio recording device. Connect the
OUTPUT
external device.
fig.connect
jacks on the GW-7’s rear panel to the input jacks of your
What is a
A “Performance” is a group of settings that specifies the Tone
and Style, the keyboard mode, and various other parameters.
What is a
The GW-7 contains a 16-track recorder, which you can use to
record the music you play. You can add a Backing to the
performance you play on the keyboard, and save the result as a
Song. You can also load Song data from a computer connected
to the GW-7 via USB. (p. 24)
Performance
Song
? (p. 21)
? (p. 16)
Connecting a Pedal and Switch
You must switch off the GW-7’s power before you connect a
pedal and/or switch.
Connect a separately available pedal switch (Roland DP Series) to
the
HOLD PEDAL
switch to sustain notes even after taking your hands off the
keyboard.
Connect a separately available pedal switch (Roland DP Series), a
separately available foot switch (Boss FS-5U) or separately available
expression pedal (Roland EV-5) to the rear panel
jack. You can use this to control various functions that you assign. (p.
25)
jack on the rear panel. You can use this pedal
CONTROL PEDAL
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Use only the specified expression pedal (EV-5; sold separately).
By connecting any other expression pedals, you risk causing
malfunction and/or damage to the unit.
Introduction
GW-7 rear panel
Cord hook
Connecting the AC Adaptor
1.
Remove the GW-7 from its shipping carton, and place it on
a horizontal surface.
2.
Connect the included power supply cord to the included AC
adaptor.
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AC adaptor
Depending on your region, the included AC adaptor may be a
different type than the one shown above. If so, omit step 2 and
proceed.
3.
Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN jack on the GW-7’s
rear panel, and then plug the AC adaptor into an electrical
outlet.
To prevent the inadvertent disruption of power to your unit
(should the plug be pulled out accidentally), and to avoid
applying undue stress to the AC adaptor jack, anchor the power
cord using the cord hook, as shown in the illustration.
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Power supply cord
to an AC outlet
Turning the Power Off
1.
Press the POWER switch once again to turn off the power.
If the GW-7 is connected to a keyboard amp or audio amp,
switch off the power to your amp first, then turn off the power
on the GW-7.
Adjusting the Screen Contrast
Hold down [FUNCTION] and turn the VALUE dial.
Listening to the Demo Song
1.
Hold down [SHIFT] and press [EXIT] (DEMO).
The screen will indicate “DEMO PLAY.”
2.
Press [START/STOP] to begin demo playback.
3.
Press [START/STOP] to stop demo playback.
4.
Press [EXIT] to return to the previous screen.
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purposes other than private, personal enjoyment is a violation
of applicable laws.
Turning the Power On/Off
Turning the Power On
Once the connections have been completed, turn on power to
your various devices in the order specified. By turning on
devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction and/
or damage to speakers and other devices.
1.
Before you turn on the power, turn the VOLUME knob all the
way to the left to minimize the volume.
2.
Press the rear panel POWER button to turn on the power.
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.
If the GW-7 is connected to a keyboard amp or audio amp, turn
on the power of the GW-7 first, and then switch on your amp.
No data for the music that is played will be output from MIDI
OUT.
Playing Sounds from the Keyboard (Keyboard Mode)
Immediately after you turn on the power, the GW-7 will be in a state
where you can use the entire keyboard to play a piano sound. The
GW-7’s keyboard can operate in one of the following three modes.
MAIN
SPLIT
DUAL
Using Main Mode
1.
2.
The entire keyboard plays one Tone.
The region of the keyboard to the left of the split point
becomes the
board to the right of the split point becomes the
Part
. Each part plays a different Tone.
The entire keyboard plays two Tones simultaneously.
Turn on the power as described in “Turning the Power On”
A piano sound will be selected.
Select the desired Tone.
1.
Press MODE [TONE] so the button is lit.
2.
Turn the VALUE dial to step through the Tones one by
one. Alternatively, you can press one of the ten buttons
[PIANO]–[DRUMS] to select a Tone by category.
Refer to p. 11 for details.
Lower Part
, while the region of the key-
Upper
3.
Turn the VOLUME knob to adjust the volume of the GW-7.
3.
Play the keyboard.
Turn the VOLUME knob to adjust the volume.
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Introduction
Using Split Mode
1.
If you want to use your left and right hands to play different
Tones, press KEYBOARD [SPLIT] so the button is lit.
The Tone you selected in Main mode (i.e., when [SPLIT] and
[DUAL] were extinguished) will be the Tone for the Upper Part.
2.
Select a different Tone for each Part.
1.
To select the Tone for the Upper Part, press [UPPER] so the
button is lit. To select the Tone for the Lower Part, press
[LOWER] so the button is lit.
2.
Turn the VALUE dial to step through the Tones one by
one. Alternatively, you can press one of the ten buttons
[PIANO]–[DRUMS] to select a Tone by category.
3.
Play the keyboard.
Turn the VOLUME knob to adjust the volume.
The split point is set to C4 (note number 60).
In Split mode, the most suitable octave settings for each tone are
applied automatically.
If you press and hold [SPLIT] (for approximately two seconds),
the split point setting screen will appear. You can turn the
VALUE dial to change the split point. When you’re finished,
press [EXIT].
If you press and hold [UPPER] or [LOWER] (for approximately
two seconds), the volume setting screen for each part will
appear. You can turn the VALUE dial to adjust the volume of
each part. When you’re finished, press [EXIT].
Using the Metronome
It’s convenient to use the metronome when you’re practicing a new
song.
1.
Hold down [SHIFT] and press [ENTER] (METRONOME).
The metronome setting screen will appear, and the metronome
will begin sounding.
2.
Use SELECT [ ][ ] and turn the VALUE dial to specify
the time signature and volume for the metronome.
3.
To stop the metronome, hold down [SHIFT] and press
[ENTER] (METRONOME).
Restoring the GW-7 to Its Factory Settings
1.
Press [FUNCTION].
2.
Use SELECT [ ][ ] to get the screen to indicate
“Utility?”, and then press [ENTER].
3.
Use SELECT [ ][ ] to get the screen to indicate
“Factory Reset?”
4.
Press [ENTER]. The screen will prompt “Sure?”
5.
Press [ENTER] to initialize the GW-7.
If you press [EXIT] instead, you’re returned to the previous
screen and no initialization takes place.
Once the initialization is complete, the previous screen will
reappear.
Restoring the factory settings will initialize the System, User
Tone, and User Performance settings.
You can’t select a drum set Tone for the Lower Part.
Using Dual Mode
1.
If you want to play two Tones simultaneously, press
KEYBOARD [DUAL] so the button is lit.
2.
Select two Tones.
1.
To change the Tone that you selected in Main mode, press
UPPER so the button is lit. To change the second Tone that
you want to layer with the first Tone, press [LOWER] so
the button is lit.
2.
Turn the VALUE dial to step through the Tones one by
one. Alternatively, you can press one of the ten buttons
[PIANO]–[DRUMS] to select a Tone by category.
3.
Play the keyboard.
Turn the VOLUME knob to adjust the volume.
If you press and hold [UPPER] or [LOWER] (for approximately
two seconds), the volume setting screen for each part will
appear. You can turn the VALUE dial to adjust the volume of
each part. When you’re finished, press [EXIT].
You can’t select a drum set Tone as the second Tone.
Initializing the User Style and User Song Memory
1.
Press [FUNCTION].
2.
Use SELECT [ ][ ] to get the screen to indicate
“Utility?”, and then press [ENTER].
3.
Use SELECT [ ][ ] to get the screen to indicate “Init
IntDRV?”
4.
Press [ENTER]. The screen will prompt “Sure?”
5.
Press [ENTER] to initialize the settings.
If you press [EXIT] instead, you’re returned to the previous
screen and no initialization takes place.
Once the initialization is complete, the previous screen will
reappear.
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Keyboard Mode Functions
Selecting the Tone for the Keyboard Mode
The GW-7 contains 657 different Tones. You can use these Tones in
the three keyboard modes (Main, Split, Dual) (p. 9).
Selecting a Tone
1.
Press MODE [TONE] so the button is lit.
The Tone memory locations are organized as follows.
Number
P001–
P657
U001–
U144
2.
Turn the VALUE dial to step through the Tones one by one.
Alternatively, you can press one of the ten buttons
[PIANO]–[DRUMS] to select a Tone by category.
You can use SELECT [ ][ ] to step through the categories
one by one.
If, after selecting a Preset tone, you press and hold down (for
approximately two seconds) the category button in which that
tone is registered, that tone will be selected first when you press
the same button the next time. (You can't do this for User tones.)
In Split mode or Dual mode, you can select two Tones
independently. (p. 10)
Type Explanation
Preset
User
These Tones are built into the GW-7.
They cannot be overwritten.
You can use these memory locations to
store Tones you’ve edited. To switch to
User Tones, press [USER] so the button
is lit. To switch back to Preset Tones,
press [USER] once again so its illumination is switched off.
* U129–U144
are only for
drum sets
Selecting a Favorite Tone
Press [FAVORITE] so the button is lit, and press the category button
(one of the ten buttons [PIANO]–[DRUMS]) in which you registered
the desired Tone.
Drum Sounds and Sound Effects (SFX)
Drum Sets
The last 51 Tones (P607–P657) are called “drum sets.” When you
select a drum set, a different sound is assigned to each note of the
keyboard. For example, the left most key will play a bass drum (kick)
sound, and other keys will play snare drum and other sounds. A
drum set is a collection of ninety or more sounds, each assigned to a
different key.
.
You can’t select a drum set for the Lower Part of Split mode, nor
as the second Tone in Dual mode.
Sound Effects (SFX)
The GW-7 contains sound effect, drum, and percussion Tones (P543–
P606), and you can assign just one of these Tones to the keyboard
and use it to play a melody. You can use these across the entire
keyboard in Main, Split, or Dual modes.
If you’re using Split mode, you’ll probably want to set the split
point to about C6 if you’re going to play a sound effect or
percussion sound with your right hand, or to about C3 if you’re
using your left hand.
When [BACKING TRACK] is lit, the left-hand region of the
keyboard will play a string sound and a chord bass sound. If
you don't want these to play, press [BACKING TRACK] so the
illumination is turned off.
Using the Favorite Tone Function
The “
Favorite Tone
to each of the ten category buttons [PIANO]–[DRUMS],
regardless of the category of the Tone or whether it is a Preset
Tone or a User Tone. For example, if you register the Tones you
use most frequently, you’ll be able to select them quickly in a
live performance situation.
Registering a Favorite Tone
After selecting a Tone, hold down [FAVORITE] and press the
category button (one of the ten buttons [PIANO]–[DRUMS]) in
which you want to register that Tone.
” function lets you register up to ten Tones
Octave Settings
You can shift the pitch of a Tone upward or downward in steps of an
octave, over a maximum of four octaves upward or downward.
Hold down [SHIFT] and use OCTAVE [ ][ ].
In Split Mode
If [UPPER] is lit, hold down [SHIFT] and use OCTAVE [ ][ ]
to change the octave setting of the Upper Part.
If [LOWER] is lit, this operation will change the octave setting of the
Lower Part.
In Dual Mode
If [UPPER] is lit, hold down [SHIFT] and use OCTAVE [ ][ ]
to change the octave setting of the first Tone.
If LOWER is lit, this operation will change the octave setting of the
second Tone.
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Keyboard Mode Functions
Editing a Tone
You can turn the C1/C2 knobs to edit the currently selected Tone
(including drum set Tones). After editing a Tone, you can save it in
user memory.
For example, if the KEYBOARD [SPLIT] and [UPPER] buttons are lit,
the following procedure will edit the Tone for the Upper Part of Split
mode.
1.
Press ANALOG MODIFY [SELECT] to make FILTER light.
2.
Turn the C1 knob to adjust CUTOFF, or turn the C2 knob to
adjust RESONANCE.
CUTOFF
RESONANCE This boosts the sound in the region of the
3.
Press ANALOG MODIFY [SELECT] to make ENV light.
4.
Turn the C1 knob to adjust ATTACK, or turn the C2 knob to
adjust RELEASE.
These parameters affect the way in which the volume changes
between the time a key is pressed and released.
ATTACK Adjusts the attack time (the time from when
RELEASE Adjusts the release time (the time from when
This specifies the cutoff frequency at
which the filter will begin affecting the
spectral components of the sound. Turn
the knob toward the right to brighten the
sound, or toward the left to darken the
sound.
cutoff frequency, adding a distinctive
character to the sound. Turn the knob toward the right to strengthen this character,
or toward the left to decrease it.
you press a key until the sound reaches its full
volume). Turn the knob toward the right to
lengthen the attack time, or toward the left to
shorten it.
you release a key until the sound disappears).
Turn the knob toward the right to lengthen the
release time, or toward the left to shorten it.
Parameter
Porta Time
Cutoff -64–+63 The same as CUTOFF described
Resonance -64–+63 The same as RESONANCE de-
Attack Time -64–+63 The same as ATTACK described
Decay Time -64–+63 Adjusts the decay time (the time
Release Time -64–+63 The same as RELEASE described
Vib Rate -64–+63 Adjusts the modulation speed of
Vib Depth -64–+63 Adjusts the modulation depth
Vib Delay -64–+63 Adjusts the time until vibrato be-
Portamento
one note to the next.
Vibrato
is an effect that uses an LFO (Low Frequency Oscillator)
to cyclically vary the pitch.
Range Explanation
0–127 Adjusts the speed at which the
pitch will change when portamento is used. Higher settings
will lengthen the time over
which the pitch changes to the
next note.
in the left column of this page.
scribed in the left column of this
page.
in the left column of this page.
from when the attack has finished until the volume reaches
the level at which it will remain
as long as you hold down the
key). Higher settings produce a
longer decay time.
in the left column of this page.
vibrato (see the glossary item below). Higher settings produce
faster vibrato.
vibrato. Higher settings produce
more intense vibrato.
gins. Higher settings produce a
longer delay until vibrato will
begin.
is an effect that smoothly changes the pitch from
Editing a Tone in Detail
You can edit the currently selected tone (including drum set Tones)
in more detail. After editing a Tone, you can save it in user memory.
1.
Press [FUNCTION].
2.
Use SELECT [ ][ ] to get the screen to indicate “Edit
Tone?”
3.
Press [ENTER].
If you press [EXIT], you’re returned to the previous screen.
4.
Use SELECT [ ][ ] to select a parameter, and turn the
VALUE dial to adjust the value of the parameter.
Parameter Range Explanation
Tone Volume 0–127 Adjusts the volume of the tone.
Porta Sw OFF,
ON
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Specifies whether portamento
(see the glossary item in the right
column of this page) will be applied (ON) or not (OFF).
Saving a Tone
After you’ve edited the currently selected Tone (including drum set
Tones), here’s how you can save it in user memory.
1.
Press [FUNCTION].
2.
Use SELECT [ ][ ] to get the screen to indicate “Write
Tone?”
3.
Press [ENTER]; the screen will indicate “Tone Num: U001.”
4.
Turn the VALUE dial to select a save destination (U001–
U144). Then press [ENTER].
5.
Input a name for the user Tone.
Use SELECT [ ][ ] to move the cursor, and turn the
VALUE dial to change each character.
6.
Press [ENTER]; the screen will indicate “Write Sure?”
7.
Press [ENTER] to write the edited tone into user memory.
If you press [EXIT], you’re returned to the previous screen
without the tone being written.
Other Functions
Keyboard Velocity (p. 18)
Master Tune (p. 25)
Volume (p. 18)
Transpose (p. 25)
Chord Mode (p. 18)
Using the GW-7 as a MIDI Keyboard Controller
Keyboard Mode Functions
You can change the
is convenient when you’re using the GW-7 with an external
computer, sequencer, or sound module.
1.
Hold down [SHIFT] and press MODE [SONG] so the button
is lit. The screen will indicate “Kbd Ch:1.”
2.
Turn the [VALUE] dial to change the setting (1–16).
3.
Press SELECT [ ]; the screen will indicate “Local Ctrl:
OFF.”
This lets you change the Local Control setting (p. 26).
4.
Press SELECT [ ] to return to the keyboard channel
screen.
MIDI channel
transmitted by the keyboard. This
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Playing with an Accompaniment (Backing)
Playing Back a Backing
1.
Press [BACKING TRACK] so the button is lit.
When you play the left-hand area of the keyboard, you will hear
a strings sound and an chord bass sound.
At this time, the keyboard split point will be set to C4 (note
number 60).
If you press and hold [SPLIT] (for approximately two seconds),
the split point setting screen will appear. You can turn the
VALUE dial to change the split point. When you’re finished,
press [EXIT].
2.
Press [START/STOP]; the backing will start playing.
If [BACKING TRACK] is unlit, pressing [START/STOP] will
cause only the drums to start playing.
3.
Use your left hand to play a chord (or a single note).
4.
If you play a different chord (or single note), the backing
key will change.
5.
Use the following buttons to select a different pattern for
the currently selected music style.
INTRO
ORIGINAL
FILL IN
VARIATION
ENDING
A backing pattern suitable for an introduction.
A simple backing pattern.
This backing pattern is used when transition-
ing to ORIGINAL or VARIATION.
This is a more intense backing pattern, ideal
for use during a break.
When you want to stop playback, you can
press this button instead of the [START/
STOP] button; the ending will play, and then
the backing will stop.
Adjusting the Volume Balance
Volume Balance Between the Drum Part and
Other Parts
1.
Press ANALOG MODIFY [SELECT] to make BACKING light.
2.
Turn the C1 knob (DRUM BAND) to adjust the volume
balance between the drum part and the other parts.
Turn the knob toward the left to make the drum part louder.
Volume Balance Between the Backing and the
Keyboard Performance
1.
Press ANALOG MODIFY [SELECT] to make BACKING light.
2.
Turn the C2 knob (BACK KBD) to adjust the volume
balance between the backing and the keyboard
performance.
Turn the knob toward the left to make the backing louder.
If you want to adjust the volume of the entire GW-7, turn the
VOLUME knob.
Adjusting the Tempo
1.
Press [TAP TEMPO].
The tempo setting screen will appear.
2.
Turn the VALUE dial to adjust the tempo.
You can also specify the tempo by pressing [TAP TEMPO] three
or more times at the desired interval.
To return to the original tempo, hold down [SHIFT] and press
[TAP TEMPO].
3.
Press [EXIT] to return to the previous screen.
The chord name is displayed in the backing chord area of the
screen.
Use your left hand to play the backing chord, and your right hand to
play the melody.
Changing the Backing Ensemble
You can press the following BAND TYPE buttons to change the type
of ensemble that will play the backing.
DRUMS
& BASS
COMBO
FULL
When the power is turned on, “FULL” is selected.
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Simple backing patterns, with only drums and bass
line.
Backing patterns played by a band with several types
of instrumental sounds.
Backing patterns with a full arrangement of multiple
instruments.
Sync Start
1.
Press [SYNC START] so the button is lit.
Sync Start
when you play a note to the left of the split point.
This is convenient when you want the backing to begin playing
the moment you play a chord in the left hand.
To defeat this setting, press [SYNC START] so the button goes
out.
is a function that automatically starts the backing
Stopping the Backing
1.
Press [START/STOP] once again to make the backing stop.
If you press [ENDING], the ending phrase will play and then
the backing will stop.
Playing with an Accompaniment (Backing)
Selecting a Music Style
The style memory locations are organized as follows.
Number
Ps001–
Ps110
Us001–
Us099
To switch to user styles, press [USER] so the button is lit. To
return to preset styles, press [USER] once again so the button
goes out.
Selecting a Preset Style
1.
Press [BACKING TRACK] so the button is lit.
2.
Press MODE [STYLE] so the button is lit.
3.
Press [USER] so the button goes out.
4.
Use SELECT [ ][ ] to select a style by genre.
Immediately after you press SELECT [ ][ ], the screen
will show the name of the first music style in the selected genre.
5.
Turn the VALUE dial to step through the styles one by one.
Type Explanation
Preset
User
These are the styles built into the GW-7.
They cannot be overwritten.
Separately sold Music Style data can be
loaded from your computer via USB into the
GW-7, and written into these memory locations. (p. 24)
Other Functions Related to Music Styles
Adjusting the volume balance between the backing and the
keyboard performance (p. 14)
Adjusting the volume of a specific part in the music style (p. 18)
Changing the split point (p. 18)
The backing playback Hold function (p. 18)
Selecting a User Style
1.
Press [BACKING TRACK] so the button is lit.
2.
Press MODE [STYLE] so the button is lit.
3.
Press [USER] so the button is lit.
4.
Turn the VALUE dial to step through the styles one by one,
and then press [ENTER].
Adding Music Styles
Use a USB cable to connect the GW-7 to your computer. (p. 24)
Copy music style files from your computer to the user memory of
the GW-7.
Deleting a Music Style
1.
Press [FUNCTION].
2.
Use SELECT [ ][ ] to get the screen to indicate
“Utility?” Then press [ENTER].
3.
Use SELECT [ ][ ] to choose “Delete Style?” Then
press [ENTER].
4.
Turn the VALUE dial to select the user style (Us001–Us099)
that you want to delete.
5.
Press [ENTER]; the screen will indicate “Delete Sure?”
6.
Press [ENTER] to delete the user style you selected.
If you press [EXIT], you’re returned to the previous screen
without the style being deleted.
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