Roland HPi-50e Owner’s Manual

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Look What You Can Do!

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Play the piano

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Play various sounds

Try selecting and playing various sounds. You can layer two sounds together.

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Playing dierent sounds in left and right hands

You can divide the keyboard into left- and right-hand sections, and select and play dierent sounds in each.

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Play with a friend

You can divide the keyboard into left and right sections, and play them as if you were using two pianos.

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Enjoy games

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Become familiar with notes

Learn the basics of music through simple operation and enjoyable animation. (Wonderland)

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Improve your sense of pitch

Train your sense of pitch with an ear-training quiz. (Flash Card, Twin Piano Game)

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Become familiar with the keyboard

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Have fun while improving prociency at the keyboard while you aim at the falling sticks. º(Scroll Game)

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Practice

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Master a song

Practice by playing along with an accompaniment while you view the notation. (Visual Lesson) Collect medals by playing a song. (Medal Collection)

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Practice your ngering

You can improve your ngering. (Finger Exercises)

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Preserve the results of your lessons

You can preserve your own performance to record the results of your practice. (Recording)

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Eco-friendly power conservation

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Power will turn o after a certain time has elapsed

The power will turn o automatically 30 minutes after you stop playing or operating the instrument.

* If you don’t want the power to turn o automatically, you can make that setting in “Auto O” (p. 52).

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Create songs

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Create your own original songs

You can play along with a rhythm. (Rhythm) You can use multi-track recording to create a song. (16 part recorder)

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Edit a song

You can make detailed edits to a recorded song. (Song Editor)

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Create a CD on your computer

You can copy the recorded song to your computer and burn it to a CD. (Audio Conversion)

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Personalize your piano (Piano Designer)

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Adjust the keyboard touch

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You can adjust the touch sensitivity of the keyboard to suit your preferences.

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Adjust the resonance and brightness of the sound

You can make the piano sound brighter or more mellow, and adjust the resonance.

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Adjust the openness of the grand piano’s lid

Closing the lid will produce a more mellow sound; opening it brightens the sound.

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Convenient functions

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Change the notation display

You can switch the way in which the notation is displayed, as appropriate for your own level or the type of song.

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Use the HPi-50e as a simple piano

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Settings

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You can use the HPi-50e as a simple piano by taking advantage of a function that prevents the sounds or settings from inadvertently being changed, and by placing the lid in the Classic Position.

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Use your smartphone or tablet for even more convenience

The separately sold wireless USB adapter lets you use the HPi-50e with your smartphone or tablet.

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USING THE UNIT SAFELY

About WARNING and CAUTION Notices

Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly.

Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly.

* Material damage refers to damage or

other adverse effects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets.

ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING

WARNING

Do not disassemble or modify by yourself

Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or its AC adaptor.

Do not repair or replace parts by yourself

Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts within it (except when this manual provides specic 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.

Do not use or store in the following types of locations

• Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near a heating duct, on top of heatgenerating equipment); or are

• Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet 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.

Do not place in an unstable location

Make sure you always have the unit placed so it is level and sure to remain stable. Never place it on stands that could wobble, or on inclined surfaces.

Use only the supplied AC adaptor and the correct voltage

Be sure to use only the AC adaptor supplied with the unit. Also, make sure the line voltage at the installation matches the input voltage specied on the AC adaptor’s body. Other AC adaptors may use a dierent polarity, or be designed for a dierent voltage, so their use could result in damage, malfunction, or electric shock.

Use only the supplied power cord

Use only the attached power-supply cord. Also, the supplied power cord must not be used with any other device.

Do not bend the power cord or place heavy objects on it

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!

Avoid extended use at high volume

This unit, either alone or in combination with an amplier 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.

Don’t allow foreign objects or liquids to enter unit; never place containers with liquid on unit

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.

Turn o the unit if an abnormality or malfunction occurs

Immediately turn the unit 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; or

• 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.

About the Symbols

The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.

The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the unit must never be disassembled.

The symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out. The specific thing that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the power-cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.

WARNING

Adults must provide supervision in places where children are present

When using the unit in locations where children are present, be careful so no mishandling of the unit can take place. An adult should always be on hand to provide supervision and guidance.

Do not drop or subject to strong impact

Protect the unit from strong impact. (Do not drop it!)

Do not share an outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices

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.

Do not use overseas

Before using the unit in overseas, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

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CAUTION

Place in a well ventilated location

The unit and the AC adaptor should be located so their location or position does not interfere with their proper ventilation.

When disconnecting an AC adaptor, grasp it by the plug

To prevent conductor damage, always grasp the AC adaptor by its plug when disconnecting it from this unit or from a power outlet.

Periodically clean the AC adaptor’s plug

At regular intervals, you should unplug the AC adaptor and clean it by using a dry cloth to wipe all dust and other accumulations away from its prongs. Also, disconnect the power plug from the power outlet whenever the unit is to remain unused for an extended period of time. Any accumulation of dust between the power plug and the power outlet can result in poor insulation and lead to re.

Manage cables for safety

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.

Avoid climbing on top of the unit, or placing heavy objects on it

Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the unit.

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CAUTION

Take care so as not to get ngers pinched

When handling the following moving parts, take care so as not to get ngers, etc., pinched. An adult should always be in charge of handling these items.

• Lid (p. 18)

• Pedal (p. 16)

Keep small items out of the reach of children

To prevent accidental ingestion of the parts listed below, always keep them out of the reach of small children.

• Included Parts/Removable Parts Stereo phone plug adaptor (p. 17) Screws (p. 72)

Handle the ground terminal carefully

If you remove the screw from the ground terminal, be sure to replace it; don’t leave it lying around where it could accidently be swallowed by small children. When refastening the screw, make that it is rmly fastened, so it won’t come loose.

Do not connect or disconnect the AC adaptor with wet hands

Never handle the AC adaptor or its plugs with wet hands when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

Cautions when moving this unit

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 screws for stand assembly securing the unit to the stand have not become loose. Fasten them again securely whenever you notice any loosening.

• Disconnect the power cord.

• Disconnect all cords coming from external devices.

• Raise the adjusters on the stand (p. 72).

• Close the lid.

• Remove the music stand.

Unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet before cleaning

Before cleaning the unit, turn it o and unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet (p. 72).

If there is a possibility of lightning strike, disconnect the AC adaptor from the outlet

Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning in your area, disconnect the AC adaptor from the outlet.

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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 or a motor (such as a refrigerator, washing machine, microwave oven, or air conditioner). 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.

• To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always make sure to turn o the power on all your equipment before you make any connections.

• With the factory settings, the HPi-50e will automatically be switched o 30 minutes after you stop playing or operating the unit. If you don’t want the unit to turn o automatically, change the “AUTO OFF” setting to “OFF” as described on p. 52.

NOTE

The settings you were editing will be lost when the unit is turned o. If you want to keep your settings, you must save your settings before turning the unit o.

Placement

• Using the unit near power ampliers (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 dierent, 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 aect the nish.

• 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.

• Do not place containers or anything else containing liquid on top of this unit. Also, whenever any liquid has been spilled on the surface of this unit, be sure to promptly wipe it away using a soft, dry cloth.

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.

• The pedals of this unit are made of brass. Brass eventually darkens as the result of the natural oxidization process. If the brass becomes tarnished, polish it using commercially available metal polisher.

• Since wood will expand and contract depending on how it is used and the environment in which it is located, products made of wood may experience a gradual loosening of the screws over time. To ensure that your piano remains in safe, optimal condition, you should regularly check the tightness of the screws in the locations shown in the illustration. If you nd that any screws are Loose, use a screwdriver to tighten them.

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 ash drives, 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 USB ash drives.

• Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of data that was stored in the unit’s memory, USB ash drives 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 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 others nearby, 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. Please take care not to cause annoyance to others nearby.

• 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 stand while it is in use.

• 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 specications, contact the manufacturer of the cable.

• Before opening or closing the keyboard lid, always make sure that no pets or other small animals are located on top of the instrument (in particular, they should be kept away from the keyboard and its lid). Otherwise, due to the structural design of this instrument, small pets or other animals could end up getting trapped inside it. If such a situation is encountered, you must immediately turn o the unit and disconnect the power cord from the outlet. You should then consult with the retailer from whom the instrument was purchased, or contact the nearest Roland Service Center.

• When opening or closing the lid or operating the pedals, please be careful not to get your ngers pinched between the movable part and the panel. In places where small children are present, make sure that an adult provides supervision and guidance.

Before Using External Memories

Using External Memories

• Carefully insert the USB ash drives all the way in— until it is rmly in place.

• Never touch the terminals of the USB ash drives. Also, avoid getting the terminals dirty.

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IMPORTANT NOTES

• USB ash drives are constructed using precision components; handle the memories carefully, paying particular note to the following.

• To prevent damage to the cards from static electricity, be sure to discharge any static electricity from your own body before handling the cards.

• Do not touch or allow metal to come into contact with the contact portion of the cards.

• Do not bend, drop, or subject cards to strong shock or vibration.

• Do not keep cards in direct sunlight, in closed vehicles, or other such locations.

• Do not allow cards to become wet.

• Do not disassemble or modify the cards.

Note regarding display of musical notation

• When you start song playback, performance data will be read from Favorites or from a USB ash drive. It may take several tens of seconds for the data to be read. Please wait for this to take place.

• The displayed musical notation is generated based on the music data. Priority is given to visual clarity rather than to the precision needed for complex or sophisticated performance. For this reason, the displayed musical notation may dier from commercially available notation. In particular, the displayed notation is not suitable for sophisticated or complex songs that require detailed notation.

• In some cases, the lyrics or notes may fall outside the displayed area, and might not be visible.

• Musical notation cannot be displayed for audio les or songs from a music CD.

• In some cases, the song may play back again from the beginning if you display the musical notation or change the displayed tracks.

• Copyright law prohibits the unauthorized use of this musical notation for any purpose other than personal enjoyment.

• Unauthorized use of the exported notation data for purposes other than personal enjoyment without permission from the copyright holder is forbidden by law.

• 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.

• XGlite ( of Yamaha Corporation.

• Microsoft product screen shot(s) reprinted with permission from Microsoft Corporation.

• Roland, GS, SuperNATURAL, DigiScore are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Roland Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

• Company names and product names appearing in this document are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective owners.

• Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, and DirectX are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

• Mac OS and iTunes are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Apple Inc.

LEONARD CORPORATION E-Z PLAY and EASY ELECTRONIC KEYBOARD MUSIC are registered trademarks of HAL LEONARD CORPORATION

) is a registered trademark or a trademark

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Intellectual Property Right

• It is forbidden by law to make an audio recording, video recording, copy or revision of a third party’s copyrighted work (musical work, video work, broadcast, live performance, or other work), whether in whole or in part, and distribute, sell, lease, perform, or broadcast it without the permission of the copyright owner.

• 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.

• 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 modied form, for the purpose of distributing recorded medium of said content or making them available on a computer network.

• You cannot save song data that is copyrighted.

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Look What You Can Do! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

USING THE UNIT SAFELY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

IMPORTANT NOTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Operation Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Storing Your Settings (memory backup) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Main Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Panel Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Before You Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Opening/Closing the Lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Using the Music Holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Turning the Power On/O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Performing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Performing with Various Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Switching Tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Performing with Two Layered Tones (Dual Play) . . . . . . . .21

Playing Dierent Tones with the Right and Left

Hands (Split Play) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Adjusting the Sound to Your Taste . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Adding Reverberation to the Sound (Ambience)/

Adjusting the Brightness of the Sound (Brilliance) . . . . . .24

Adjusting the Keyboard Response (Key Touch) . . . . . . . . .25

Dividing the Keyboard for Two-Person Performance

(Twin Piano) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Shifting the Pitch (Transpose) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Lessons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Playing Games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Practicing with DigiScore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Practicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Practicing with the Metronome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Changing the Tempo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Practicing with a Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Selecting and Playing a Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Adding a Count-in to Synchronize Your Performance . . .32

Storing a Song in Favorites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Playing Songs Consecutively (All Songs Play) . . . . . . . . . . .32

Adjusting the Volume Balance of the Song and the

Keyboard Performance (Song Balance) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Adjusting a Song’s Tempo for Easier Practicing . . . . . . . . .33

Practicing One Hand at a Time (Part Mute) . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Repeatedly Practicing a Portion of a Song (AB Repeat) . .35

Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Getting Ready to Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Making a New SMF Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Saving a Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Overdubbing a Recorded Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Making a New Audio Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Audio Recording a Performance with SMF

Accompaniment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Using an Audio File without Melody (Center Cancel) . . . 40

Burning an Audio Recording of a Song (WAV le) to a

CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Creating a Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Play Along with Rhythms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Editing the Rhythm Performance and Automatic

Accompaniment Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Recording the Rhythm Performance and Automatic

Accompaniment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Recording with 16 Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

About the 16 part recorder Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Editing the Part Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Recording Each Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Saving Your Multitrack Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Editing a Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Copying Measures (Copy) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Inserting Blank Measures (Insert) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Deleting Measures (Delete) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Erasing Measures (Erase) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Exchanging Parts (Part Exchange) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Tightening Up the Note Timing (Quantize) . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Transposing an Entire Part (Transpose) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Editing Individual Notes (Note Edit) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Editing Tone Changes During the Song (PC Edit) . . . . . . .45

Cancelling an Edit (Undo) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Saving a Song You’ve Edited by Note or Measure . . . . . . .46

Inserting Notation Marks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Deleting a Notation Mark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Saving a Song After Editing Its Notation Marks . . . . . . . . .46

Editing the Key Signature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Editing the Time Signature (Beat Map) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Editing the Tempo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Recording Tempo Data (Tempo Recording) . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Converting an SMF Song to Audio (WAV File) . . . . . . . . . . 47

Personalizing Your Piano Sound (Piano Designer) . . . .48

Making Detailed Adjustments to the Piano Sound . . . . . 48

Convenient Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Changing the Notation Screen Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Changing the Screen Display and Lesson Grading

Standard (Resolution) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Changing the Number of Measures Displayed . . . . . . . . . 50

Saving Notation Data in BMP Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Saving Tone and Rhythm Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Writing a User Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Calling Up a User Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Managing User Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Making the Power Automatically Turn O After a

Time ( Auto O ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Loading/Saving Piano Setups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Loading a Piano Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Saving a Piano Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

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Contents

Various Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Basic Operations in the Function Screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Applying a Headphones 3D Ambience Eect to the

Piano Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Matching the Pitch with Other Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Changing the Tuning Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Specifying a Song’s Tonic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Turning On/O the Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Adjusting the Display’s Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Adjusting the Volume of an Audio Playback Device . . . . .54

Playing Back an Audio File with Its Central Sound

Minimized . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Transposing an Audio File (Audio Transpose) . . . . . . . . . . .55

Changing the Pitch of the Tone in Octave Steps . . . . . . . .55

Selecting the Format for Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Choosing the Recording Method for Overdub-

Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Copying a Saved Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Deleting a Saved Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Initializing the Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Changing How the Pedal Eects Are Applied . . . . . . . . . . .55

Changing How the Pedals Work (Center Pedal) . . . . . . . . .56

Changing How the Pedals Work (Left Pedal) . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Using a Pedal to Switch User Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Loading/Saving Piano Setups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Preventing Doubled Notes When Connected to a

Sequencer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

MIDI Transmit Channel Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Changing the USB Driver Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Changing the USB Flash Drive Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Controlling Video Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Specifying the Visual Control Channel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

Specifying the Maximum Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

Specifying the Screen Display Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

Restoring the Factory Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

About the Wireless LAN Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

What Is Wireless LAN Function? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Basic Connection Method (Connect by WPS) . . . . . . . . . . 59

Wireless LAN Function Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Status Indication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Connecting to a Wireless LAN Access Point That You

Select (Select AP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Other Settings (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

Tone List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

Internal Song List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Chord Fingering List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

Settings That Can Be Saved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

Settings That Can Be Saved by Memory Backup . . . . . . .69

Items Saved in a User Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Main Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

Assembling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

Attaching the Music Rest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Connecting the Display Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

About the Ivory Feel Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

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How to read the explanatory illustrations

Press two buttons.

Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 4) and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 6). 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 of your new unit, read Owner’s Manual should be read in its entirety. This manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.

Numerals indicate the sequence of steps.

Press one of the enclosed buttons.

While holding down a button, press another button.

Use the cursor [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] buttons.

Settings

AppendixFunctions

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Adjusting the Song Volume (Song Balance)

By modifying the playback volume of the song, you can adjust the balance between the song and your keyboard performance.

To turn song balance on

Press the [Song Balance] button so it’s lit.

To adjust the song balance

Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons.

Adjusting the Overall Volume

Adjust the sound’s volume

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MaxMin

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Adjusting the Resonance or Brightness (Ambience/Brilliance)

You can adjust the spatial ambiance reminiscent of a performance in a concert hall, and vary the brilliance of the sound.

To turn ambience/brilliance on

Press the [Ambience/Brilliance] button so it’s lit.

To adjust ambience/brilliance

Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select “ambience” or “brilliance,” and use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to adjust the setting.

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Adjusting the Keyboard Touch (Key Touch)

You can adjust the way in which the keyboard responds to your playing.

To turn key touch on

Press the [Key Touch] button so it’s lit.

To adjust the key touch

Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons.

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Playing Dierent Tones with the Right and Left Hands (Split Play)

This function divides the keyboard into left and right zones, allowing you to play a dierent tone in each zone.

To turn split on

While holding down the [Transpose] button, press the [Twin Piano] button.

To change the tones

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1. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the left-hand

or right-hand tone.

2. Press the [ ] button to access the tone select screen.

3. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select a category.

Transposing Your Performance (Transpose)

You can transpose your keyboard performance or the song.

To turn transpose on

Press the [Transpose] button so it’s lit.

To adjust the amount of transposition

Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons.

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Dividing the Keyboard for Two-person Performance (Twin Piano)

This function divides the keyboard into left and right, allowing two people to play the same range of pitches.

To turn twin piano on

Press the [Twin Piano] button so it’s lit.

To change how the sounds are heard

Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons.

Individual Two people using headphones can practice independently.

Pair Two people can practice together.

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4. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select a tone.

Changing the keyboard’s split point

In the split screen, select the keyboard illustration, and then use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons.

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Enjoy Lessons (Lesson Function)

You can play games and practice enjoyably in other ways.

To access the lesson menu

Press the [Lesson] button so it’s lit.

Playing games

Practicing

Creating a song

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Selecting an Item in the Screen

To select an item that’s shown in the screen, move the cursor.

To move the cursor

Use the cursor [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] buttons.

To conrm or cancel

Press the [ ] button to conrm, or the [ ] button to cancel.

Switching Tones

To select a single tone

Press one of the tone buttons.

Press one

To change the tones

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1. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select a tone

category.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select a tone.

If you hold down a cursor button, the tone selection will change successively.

To layer two tones (dual play)

While holding down the [Piano] button or the [E. Piano] button, press the [Strings/Other] button.

If you want to change the tones for Dual Play, use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select either tone 1 or tone 2, and press the [ ] button to access the tone select screen.

Use the cursor [ category and the tone.

* You can’t select tones of the same category for tone 1 and

* Tone 2 can be selected only when using Dual Play.

Customizing Your Piano Sound (Piano Designer)

You can adjust various elements of a grand piano’s sound to create your own personalized piano.

1. While holding down the [Piano] button, press the [E. Piano] button.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the item that you want to edit.

3. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to edit the value.

* By holding down the [Piano]

button and pressing the [E. Piano] button, you can access the Piano Designer screen.

Press two

] [ ] [ ] [ ] buttons to select the tone

tone 2.

Settings

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Operation Guide

Using the Metronome

Here’s how to sound the metronome.

To turn the metronome on

Press the [Metronome] button so it blinks.

To change the tempo

Press the [Slow] [Fast] button.

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Describing this area

To adjust the metronome volume or time signature

Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the item, and use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to specify the desired setting.

Volume Metronome volume

Beat E.g., 2/2 or 4/4

Sound Click tone or an electronic sound

Pattern Species how the weak beats are to be sounded.

Beat Lamp Switches the [Metronome] button’s illumination on/o.

Tempo Mute If this is “On,” playback at a xed tempo.

Selecting a Song

Access the song screen.

To select a song

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1. Press the [Song] button to access the song select screen.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] buttons to select the

category and song.

Storing Your Settings (memory backup)

The HPi-50e allows you to adjust numerous settings, but these settings will return to their default values as soon as you turn o the power. However, by using the Memory Backup feature, you can have the changes you’ve made in settings be retained.

1. While holding down the [Key Touch] button, press the

[Transpose] button.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select “Memory

Backup.”

3. Press the [ ] cursor button.

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4. Choose “Execute,” and press the [ ] button.

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Selecting the Parts That Will Play

Here’s how to select the parts that will play.

To select the right-hand part

To select the left-hand part

To select the other parts Press the [Accomp] button so it’s lit.

To change the mute volume

Hold down the button of the part whose volume you want to change, and use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons.

Press the [Right] button so it’s lit.

Press the [Left] button so it’s lit.

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Repeatedly Practicing a Portion of a Song (AB Repeat)

Here’s how you can make a specic portion of a song play back repeatedly.

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1. Press the [ ] (Play/Stop) button to play back the

song.

2. At the beginning of the portion to be repeated, press

the [

AB Repeat

] button.

3. At the end of the portion to be repeated, press the

[AB Repeat] button once again.

Recording/Playback

Here’s how to play back or record a song.

Return to the beginning of the song

Play/Stop

Enter recordingstandby mode

Record

Rewind

Fast-forward

To play all songs

Press the [

While stopped, press the [

While in recording-standby mode, press the [

] (Play/Stop) button.

Press the [

] (Reset) button.

] (Play/Stop) button.

] (Bwd) button.

] (Fwd) button.

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] (Rec) button.

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1. Press the [Song] button to access the song select

screen.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select a category.

3. While holding down the [Song] button, press the

[ ] (Play/Stop) button.

To make a new recording

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1. Select the tone that you want to play.

2. Press the [ ] (Rec) button.

3. Press the [ ] (Play/Stop) button to start

recording.

4. Press the [ ] (Play/Stop) button to stop

recording.

Disabling the Buttons (Panel Lock)

To enable panel lock

Hold down the [AB Repeat] button f for several seconds

To cancel panel lock

Hold down the [AB Repeat] button once again for several seconds.

To overdub

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1. Press the [ ] (Rec) button.

2. Press the [ ] button to select overdub recording.

As desired, press the button of the part that you want to record, making the button blink.

3. Press the [ ] (Play/Stop) button to start

recording.

4. Press the [ ] (Play/Stop) button to stop

recording.

Settings

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Main Screens

Notation Display Screen

When you turn on the power, the notation display screen will appear. You can view the notation display screen in four sizes: “small,” “medium,” “large,” or “with note names.” Use the Options screen to specify the desired “Size.”

Small

(32 measures displayed)

Medium (upon power-up)

(15 measures displayed)

Large

(8 measures displayed)

With note names

(2 measures displayed)

Changing the Number of Measures Displayed

Press the cursor [ ] [ ] button

Tempo Time signature Measure numberSong name

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Options screen

In the notation screen, press the [ ] button to access the option screen for notation.

Item Explanation

Size Species the size of the notation display.

Part Species the part to be shown as notation.

Keyboard If this is “On,” a keyboard is shown below the notation.

Mark

Finger

Chord

Lyric

Pitches

Auto Sync

Key Display the notation in the specied key.

Clef R Species the clef of the notation shown for the right-hand part.

Clef L Species the clef of the notation shown for the left-hand part.

Upper Part

Lower Part

Resolution Changes the screen display and lesson grading standard.

If this is “On,” performance marks are shown when you play back song data that contains performance marks.

If this is “On,” ngering numbers are shown when you play back song data that contains ngering numbers.

If this is “On,” chord names are shown when you play back song data that contains chord data.

If this is “On,” lyrics are shown when you play back song data that contains song lyric data.

Specify how note names are displayed when the notation screen is expanded.

If this is “On,” the notation will be shown in synchronization with the performance.

Species the part for which notation will be shown as the upper part.

Species the part for which notation will be shown as the lower part.

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Notation menu

[

] button

Writes (exports) the displayed notation in BMP format to a USB ash drive.

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[ × ] button

Returns to the notation display screen.

MEMO

• Not only the built-in songs but also SMF music data and performances you’ve recorded on the HPi-50e can be displayed in the notation screen.

• If you select a part that contains no performance data, no notes will be shown in the notation. To change the part that’s displayed, change the “Upper Part” or “Lower Part” setting in the Options screen.

• The ngering numbers displayed by the HPi-50e are just one possible example.

• The performance marks displayed by the HPi-50e are just one possible example, and are not intended to limit the expressivity of your performances.

* 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 (e.g., includes newer sounds), so what you actually see in the display may not always match what appears in the manual.

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Main Screens

Lesson Menu Screen

When you press the [Lesson] button, a list of games and practice helps will appear. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] buttons to select an item, and press the [ ] button to conrm your choice.

Normal (upon power-up) Lesson Menu screen Wonderland (example)

Playing a Game

You can become familiar with the sounds and built-in songs through easy operation and enjoyable animation.

Wonderland

Flash Card

Twin Piano Game

Scroll Game

This includes enjoyable game such as “Monkey’s Rhythm Clap,” “Mole’s Melody Chase,” and “Frog’s Song Album.”

In this game you’ll guess the note from the notation you see or the pitch you hear.

Use the right keyboard section to match the note played in the left keyboard section.

This is a game where you play notes while watching the scrolling bars.

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Practicing

You can study or practice while you view the screen.

DoReMi Course Learn about the piano in a game-like way.

Visual Lesson

Medal Collection

Finger Training

This is a practice application that lets you score points.

Play along with the accompaniment; you’ll get points for your performance and be awarded the corresponding medal.

This application lets you practice while checking the force with which each nger strikes the key.

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Creating a Song

You can layer 16 parts by overdubbing, and edit the song you recorded.

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Rhythm

16 Part Recorder

Song Editor

Audio Converter

Settings

You can perform along with a variety of rhythms.

You can create multi-track recordings with 16 parts.

You can edit the data you recorded.

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A song recorded as an SMF can be converted to audio.

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Panel Descriptions

[Power] Switch

This turns the power on/o.

* With the factory settings, the HPi-50e’s power will automatically be switched

o 30 minutes after you stop playing or operating the unit.

If the unit’s power has been turned o automatically, you can use the [Power] switch to turn the unit back on again. If you don’t want the power to turn o automatically, change the “Auto O” setting to “O ” as described on “Making the Power Automatically Turn O After a Time ( Auto O )” (p. 52).

* When turning the power on again, you must allow at least ve seconds after power-o before you

once again turn the power on. If you fail to allow enough time, the Auto O function might not be reset, preventing the power from turning on correctly.

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Power

Display (Music Stand)

Various screens and settings are shown here. You can also use it as a music stand.

Headphone Hook

Whenever you are not using the headphones, you can hang them on the headphone hook.

Front Panel

These buttons and sliders are used to operate the HPi-50e.

“Operation Guide” page 10–13

Pedals

Damper Pedal

Use this pedal to sustain the sound. While this pedal is held down, notes will be sustained for an extended time even if you release your ngers from the keyboard. With the damper pedal on an acoustic piano, when you step on the pedal it will at rst oer only a slight amount of resistance, but as you press down further it will start to feel much heavier. On the HPi-50e, this change in the feeling of resistance is simulated. On an acoustic piano, when you step on the damper pedal, you’ll rst hear the sound of the dampers releasing the strings. Then, you should also be able to hear the sound of strings adjacent to the ones for the notes actually played resonate sympathetically, resulting in a rich, resounding tone. Additionally, when using half-pedaling techniques, the core of the sound disappears rapidly while a rich, spacious resonance remains, producing a unique form of reverberation. On the HPi-50e, the unique, lingering tones produced by the half-pedaling technique are reproduced in addition to released-string sounds (Damper Noise) and resonating sounds (Damper Resonance).

Sostenuto Pedal

The notes you are pressing when this pedal is depressed will be sustained.

* Don’t hang anything other than headphones on

this hook, and don’t apply excessive force to it. Doing so may damage the headphone hook.

When opening or closing the lid or operating the pedals, please be careful not to get your ngers pinched between the movable part and the panel. In places where small children are present, make sure that an adult provides supervision and guidance.

Soft Pedal

This pedal is used to make the sound softer. Playing with the soft pedal depressed produces a sound that is not as strong as when otherwise played with the equivalent strength. This is the same function as the left pedal of an acoustic piano. The softness of the tone can be varied subtly by the depth to which you press the pedal.

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Panel Descriptions

USB Memory Port

You can do the following things using a USB ash drive.

• WAVE les or MIDI les (SMF) data copied from your computer can be played back by the HPi-50e.

• You can make audio recordings of your performances on the HPi-50e.

• The audio recordings of songs that you’ve made can be played on your computer, or burned to a CD.

* Do not disconnect the USB ash drive while it is being read from, or

written to (i.e., while the USB ash drive access indicator will blink).

* Carefully insert the USB ash drives all the way in-until it is rmly

in place.

* Use a USB ash drive sold by Roland. We cannot guarantee

operation if any other USB ash drive is used.

DC In Jack

Connect the included AC adaptor here.

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Pedal Connector

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Connect the pedal cord of the dedicated stand to this connector.

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Rear side

USB Computer Port

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If you use a commercially available USB cable to connect the HPi-50e to your computer, you’ll be able to use MIDI-compatible software to record and play back the HPi-50e’s performance.

Output Jacks

If you connect these jacks to amplied speakers, the sound of HPi-50e will be heard through them.

* Before turning o the power of

the HPi-50e, you must rst turn o the power of the devices that are connected to the Output jacks.

Phones Jacks

Here you can connect headphones. The HPi-50e has two jacks, two people can also

use headphones simultaneously.

A Headphones 3D Ambience eect will be applied, producing the sensation that the sound is emanating from the piano itself even when using headphones.

* The Headphones 3D Ambience eect applies only to piano tones; it

does not apply to other tones.

* You can also turn the Headphones 3D Ambience eect o (p. 54). * You can use the [Ambience] button to adjust the Headphones 3D

Ambience eect.

Input jack

If a digital audio player or other audio playback device is connected here, you’ll be able to listen to its playback through the HPi-50e.

The volume of the device connected to the Input jack can be adjusted by means of Input Volume (p. 54).

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* To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume, and turn o all the units before making any connections. * When connection cables with resistors are used, the volume level of equipment connected to the Input jack may be low. If this happens, use

connection cables that do not contain resistors.

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Opening/Closing the Lid

To open the lid, use both hands to lift it lightly, and slide it away from yourself. To close the lid, pull it gently toward yourself, and lower it softly after it has been fully extended.

NOTE

•

• If you need to move the piano, make sure the lid is closed rst to prevent accidents.

Using the Lid to Conceal the Buttons (Classic Position)

You can use the lid to conceal the buttons (Classic Position). This allows you to concentrate on performing without being distracted by the buttons.

Lid

Using the Music Holders

You can use the holders to hold pages in place. When not using the holders, leave them folded down.

Push

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Turning the Power On/O

NOTE

• Once everything is properly connected, be sure to follow the procedure below to turn on their power. If you turn on equipment in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction or equipment failure.

• Before turning the unit on/o, always be sure to turn the volume down. Even with the volume turned down, you might hear some sound when switching the unit on/o. However, this is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.

Min

Min Max

O

Power

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Turning the power on

1. Move the [Volume] slider all the way to the left to minimize the volume.

2. Press the [Power] switch.

The power will turn on, the music rest screen will show an opening animation, and then the notation screen (p. 14) will appear.

* This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after turning the unit on is required before it will operate normally.

3. Use the [Volume] slider to adjust the volume.

This will adjust the volume of the speakers if you’re using the speakers of the unit, or the volume of the headphones if headphones are connected. Each volume setting (for speaker or headphone) is saved automatically.

Turning the power o

1. Move the [Volume] slider all the way to the left to minimize the volume.

2. Press the [Power] switch.

The screen goes blank and the power is turned o.

If you don’t want the power to turn o automatically, change the “Auto O” setting to “O”!

With the factory settings, the HPi-50e’s power will automatically be switched o 30 minutes after you stop playing or operating the

unit.

If the unit’s power has been turned o automatically, you can use the [Power] switch to turn the unit back on again. If you don’t want the power to turn o automatically, change the “Auto O” setting to “O” as described on “Making the Power Automatically Turn O After a Time ( Auto O )” (p. 52).

Settings

NOTE

• When turning the power on again, you must allow at least ve seconds after power-o before you once again turn the power on. If you fail to allow enough time, the Auto O function might not be reset, preventing the power from turning on correctly.

• The settings will be initialized after the power has been turned o. If you want to still be retained the next time you turn on the power, you should refer to “Having Your Settings Be Retained after the Power Is Turned O (Memory Backup)” (p. 12) and save your settings.

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Performing with Various Sounds

In addition to piano sounds, the HPi-50e lets you enjoy performing with many other sounds (350 types). These sounds are called “Tones.” The Tones are divided into three groups (p. 65), each of which is assigned to a dierent Tone button.

Switching Tones

Let’s start by performing with a piano tone. When you turn on the power, the “ConcertPiano” tone is selected.

1. Press a tone button.

The tone button will light, and the tone select screen will appear.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to switch tone categories.

Tone categories

Tone button Explanation

[Piano] button Selects grand piano sounds, upright piano sounds and the sounds of historical pianos.

[E. Piano] button Selects electric piano sounds often used in pop and rock.

Selects high quality vibraphone sound and various other sounds such as orchestral instruments, organ, bass, or accompaniment sounds.

[Strings/Other] button

If you select the drum set category, you’ll be able to play the sounds of a drum set from the keyboard.

* If you’ve selected an organ sound for which the rotary eect (*1) is available, such as Combo Jz. Org or Ballad Organ, you can press the

[Strings/Other] button to switch the modulation speed of the rotary eect.

For details on the tones, refer to “Tone List” (p. 65). *1 Rotary eect:

Rotary is an eect which simulates the sound of rotating speakers. There is a choice of two settings: Fast and Slow.

3. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select a tone.

If you hold down a cursor button, the selected tone will change successively.

* If you’ve selected a drum set tone or an SFX set tone, some notes of the keyboard will not produce sound.

Auditioning tones

1. In the tone select screen, press the [ ] button.

A phrase using the selected tone will play.

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Performing with Two Layered Tones (Dual Play)

You can play two tones simultaneously from each note of the keyboard. This feature is called “Dual Play.”

1. While holding down the [Piano] button or the [E. Piano] button, press the [Strings/Other] button.

The tone select button will light, and the dual tone 1/tone 2 screen will appear.

When selecting

tone 1/tone 2

[ ] button

[ × ] button

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Selecting tones for dual play

1. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select tone 1 or tone 2.

2. Press the [ ] button to access the tone select screen.

3. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the tone category.

4. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the tone.

If you hold down a cursor button, the selected tone will change successively.

* You can’t select tones of the same category for tone 1 and tone 2.

5. Press the [×] button to return to the dual tone 1/tone 2 screen.

2. To exit Dual Play, press one of the tone buttons.

Dual balance

Here’s how to adjust the volume balance between tone 1 and tone 2.

1. In the Dual Tone 1/Tone 2 screen, press the [ ] cursor button to select “Dual Balance.”

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to adjust the balance.

Advanced techniques

• Changing the pitch of tone 2 in octaves: “Octave Shift” (p. 55)

• Specifying the part aected by the damper pedal: “Right Pedal” (p. 55)

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Playing Dierent Tones with the Right and Left Hands (Split Play)

You can play dierent tones in the left- and right-hand sections of the keyboard, divided at the key you specify. This feature is called “Split Play,” and the key at which the keyboard is divided is called the “Split Point.”

1. While holding down the [Transpose] button, press the [Twin Piano] button.

The Split Left-hand Tone/Right-hand Tone screen will appear.

When selecting Left-hand Tone/

Right-hand Tone

[ ] button

[×] button

When Split is turned on, the keyboard settings will be as follows.

Split Point (Power-up default: F#3)

C1 D1 E1 F1 G1 A1 B1A0 B0 C2 C3 C4 C5 C8B7

…

Left-hand Tone Right-hand Tone

Selecting the split tones

1. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the right-hand tone or left-hand tone.

2. Press the [ ] button to access the tone select screen.

3. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the tone category.

4. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the tone.

If you hold down a cursor button, the selected tone will change successively.

5. Press the [×] button to return to the Left-hand Tone/Right-hand Tone screen.

2. To exit Split Play, hold down the [Transpose] button and press the [Twin Piano] button once again.

* Depending on which tones are being used together, the tones might sound dierent because no eect is applied to the left-hand zone.

Advanced techniques

• Specifying the part(s) aected by the damper pedal: “Right Pedal” (p. 55)

• Changing the pitch of the left-hand tone in octaves: “Octave Shift” (p. 55)

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Changing the keyboard’s split point

1. In the Split Left-hand Tone/Right-hand Tone screen, press the [ ] cursor button to select the keyboard illustration.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to change the split point.

Item Value

Split point B1–B6

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Adjusting the Sound to Your Taste

The HPi-50e lets you add reverberation or modify the brightness of the sound.

Adding Reverberation to the Sound (Ambience)/Adjusting the Brightness of the Sound (Brilliance)

You can add a pleasant reverberation to the sounds of the HPi-50e, producing the impression that you are performing in a concert hall. This eect is called “Ambience.”

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1. Press the [Ambience/Brilliance] button.

The [Ambience/Brilliance] button will light, and the ambience/brilliance screen will appear.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select either “ambience” or “brilliance.”

3. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to adjust the depth of the eect.

Item Value Explanation

Higher values apply deeper ambience.

Ambience 0–10

Brilliance 1–10 Positive (+) values make the sound brighter; negative (-) values make the sound more mellow.

* If you’re using headphones and the Headphones 3D Ambience eect (p. 54) is set to “On,” this lets you

adjust the depth of the Headphones 3D Ambience eect.

4. To turn o ambience and brilliance, press the [Ambience/Brilliance] button once again.

The [Ambience/Brilliance] button will go out.

MEMO

The on/o settings for ambience and brilliance will switch simultaneously.

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Adjusting the Keyboard Response (Key Touch)

The way in which the keyboard responds to your playing strength can be adjusted to your personal taste.

1. Press the [Key Touch] button.

The [Key Touch] button will light, and the key touch screen will appear.

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2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select either the “Key Touch” or “Fix” switch.

3. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to adjust the key touch.

Item Value Explanation

Key Touch 1–100

Fix OFF, ON

Higher values will make the keyboard feel heavier. At a value of 50, the result is the same as when the [Key Touch] button is unlit.

If this is on, notes will be sounded at a xed volume regardless of how strongly you play the keyboard; the key touch setting will be ignored.

4. To turn o key touch, press the [Key Touch] button once again.

The [Key Touch] button will go out.

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Dividing the Keyboard for Two-Person Performance (Twin Piano)

You can divide the keyboard into left and right zones so that two people can play the same range of pitches, just as though there were two pianos. This function is called “Twin Piano.” For example, Twin Piano allows two children to play dierent songs at the same time.

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1. Press the [Twin Piano] button.

The [Twin Piano] button will light, and the Twin Piano screen will appear.

When you turn Twin Piano on, the keyboard and pedal settings will be as shown in the illustration.

NOTE

If Twin Piano is on, damper resonance will not be applied; this may cause the piano to sound dierent.

2. Select the tone to be played (p. 20).

The left and right sections will have the same tone.

Conventional keyboard

Twin Piano

The damper pedal for the left area

3. To cancel Twin Piano, press the [Twin Piano] button once again.

The [Twin Piano] button will go out.

Changing the way in which the sound is heard (twin piano mode)

1. In the Twin Piano screen, use the cursor [ ] [ ]

buttons to specify the desired Twin Piano mode.

C4 C5 C6 C7 C8C3C2C1

C4 C5 C6C3C4 C5C3 C6

divide point

The damper pedal for the right area

Saving your settings

The HPi-50e’s settings will revert to the default values when you turn o the power, but you can save them as described in “Storing Your Settings (memory backup)” (p. 12).

Item Value Explanation

Individual

Twin Piano Mode

Pair

Two people using headphones can practice independently. The sound of the right-hand keyboard zone will be heard only from the right speaker. The sound of the left-hand keyboard zone will be heard only from the left speaker. When using headphones, you won’t be able to hear the other person’s playing.

* Ambience will turn o. * For some tones, the sound might not be divided to left and right. * If using headphones, connect them to the left Phones jack if playing the left keyboard zone; connect

them to the right Phones jack if playing the right keyboard zone.

* If you record while this is set to Individual, the playback might not be the same as what you heard

during recording.

Two people can practice together. The sound of the right-hand keyboard zone will be heard more loudly from the right speaker than from

the left speaker. The sound of the left-hand keyboard zone will be heard more loudly from the left speaker than from the

right speaker. When using headphones, you’ll be able to hear the other person’s playing.

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Shifting the Pitch (Transpose)

“Transpose” means to shift the pitches of songs and the keyboard. The Transpose function makes it easy to do the following.

• You can use unchanged ngering to accompany a singer who is singing in a key dierent than the original music.

• A song written in a dicult key with numerous sharps (

• Notation of a transposing instrument such as trumpet or sax can be played as written, while hearing the transposed pitches.

For example if the song is written in E major but you want to play it using the ngering of the key of C major, you would set Transpose (Keyboard) to “4.”

If you play C E G It will sound E G# B

MEMO

• With the factory settings, both the song and the keyboard will be transposed. If you want to transpose only the song or only the keyboard, turn the “Link” setting on/o as necessary.

• If you want to transpose an audio le, refer to “Transposing an Audio File (Audio Transpose)” (p. 55).

) or ats ( ) can be performed in a key that’s easier for you to play.

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1. Press the [Transpose] button.

The [Transpose] button will light, and the Transpose screen will appear.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select a parameter.

3. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to specify the transposition for the keyboard or song, or turn link on/o.

Item Value Explanation

Keyboard -6–0–6 (semitone units)

Song -6–0–6 (semitone units)

Link ON, OFF

* The transpose setting will be cleared when you select a dierent song.

Species transposition for the keyboard. Positive (+) values raise the pitch in semitone steps, and negative (-) values lower the pitch in semitone

steps.

Species transposition for the song. Positive (+) values raise the pitch in semitone steps, and negative (-) values lower the pitch in semitone

steps.

If this is on, transposition settings for the keyboard and the song will change in tandem. If this is o, transposition settings for the keyboard and the song can be made independently.

4. To cancel the transposition, press the [Transpose] button once again.

The [Transpose] button will go out.

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Playing Games

Here you can enjoy playing games that teach the basics of the piano and familiarize you with the keyboard.

1. Press the [Lesson] button.

The [Lesson] button will light, and the “Lesson” screen will appear.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] buttons to select the

game that you want to play.

3. Press the [ ] button to conrm your choice.

Follow the instructions on the screen, and enjoy the game.

About the HPi-50e’s built-in games

Wonderland

Wonderland contains the following applications that will enjoyably familiarize you with notes and sounds.

Application Explanation

Chick’s DoReMi Bingo

Monkey’s Rhythm Clap

Mole’s Melody Chase

Frog’s Song Album

Piano Mechanism Here you can learn how a piano works. Become a piano expert!

Percussion Pallet

Tones Museum

Treasure Box

A chick will hatch when you play the key corresponding to the note you hear. Help the chicks hatch out of their shells!

When you play the keyboard in time with the rhythm, a monkey will grab a banana. As you gain skill, the monkey will climb a tree.

Catch a mole by playing the key from which the mole emerges. Can you catch all of those pesky moles?

Practice singing along with the frog. Maybe you can learn to sing better than the frog!

Here you can play the sounds of various percussion instruments. Try out various rhythms.

Here you can play the sounds of various instruments. Try playing your favorite songs.

Here you can play a variety of sound eects. Try creating a story using sound eects.

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Flash Card

In this game you’ll use the keyboard

to play the note (chord) that you hear or the note (chord) you see in the onscreen notation.

This game will improve your sense of pitch.

Twin Piano Game

Use the right side of the keyboard

to match the note played on the left side. Improve your sense of pitch through this enjoyable parent/child experience.

Scroll Game

Play according to the scrolling bars. As you keep trying, you’ll become

familiar with the keyboard.

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Practicing with DigiScore

You can enjoy piano lessons by playing games or performing while you view the on-screen notation.

1. Press the [Lesson] button.

The [Lesson] button will light, and the “Lesson” screen will appear.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] buttons to select the

lesson application that you want to use.

3. Press the [ ] button to conrm your choice.

Follow the instructions on the screen, and enjoy the game.

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About the HPi-50e’s built-in lesson applications

Do Re Mi Course

The Do Re Mi Course teaches you about reading musical notation and the location of the notes on the keyboard. The Do Re Mi Course includes the following applications.

Application Explanation

DoReMi (Pitch Training) Here you’ll learn the location of the keys, the notes, and their names.

Note and Rest (Rhythm) This game teaches the length of notes and rests.

Fingering Number Here you’ll learn the ngering numbers while you play a song.

Thumb Under This lets you practice crossing your thumb.

Let’s feel the eect of the Dumper Pedal

Visual Lesson

You’ll be graded on how well you play along with the performance examples.

Course Explanation

Beginner's You’ll be graded on how well your right hand played the right-hand part.

Repertoire You’ll be graded on how well you played the example.

Medal Collection

Learn to play a song, and you’ll win a gold, silver, or bronze medal according to your level.

This helps you learn how the damper pedal aects the sound.

You can also enjoy the Medal Collection game with songs from Favorites.

Storing a song in Favorites

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Here you can practice while checking the force with which each nger strikes the keys.

Start practicing at a slow tempo, and speed up gradually.

The practice songs are from Hanon.

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Practicing with the Metronome

Here you can practice keeping an accurate rhythm while listening to the metronome. The HPi-50e’s metronome allows you to change the volume and time signature for the metronome, as well as the way in which the beats are divided.

1. Press the [Metronome] button.

The metronome screen will appear. The [Metronome] button will blink, and the

metronome will sound. The [Metronome] button will blink red and green

according to the currently selected time signature; red indicates the strong beats, and green indicates the weak beats.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the item that you want to set.

3. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to change the setting.

To return to the previous screen, press the [ × ] button.

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Item Setting

Volume

(no sound) Minimum ... Maximum

Beat

Sound

Pattern

Beat LED Switches the [Metronome] button’s indicator between lit and unlit.

Tempo Mute

2/2, 0/4 (only weak beats), 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 7/4, 3/8, 6/8, 9/8, 12/8 * You can’t change the “Time signature” setting while a song is playing.

Click, Electronic sound, Voice (Japanese “1,” “2,” “3,” ...), Voice (English “1,” “2,” “3,” ...),

Dog & cat, Woodblock, Triangle & castanet, Hands clapping

Normal,

Dotted half note, Half note, Dotted quarter note, Quarter note,

Dotted eighth note, Eighth note, Sixteenth note, +Double Add a note to the back beat of the every beat, +Triple Add notes to make the every beat a triplet, +Shue Add notes to create a shue

Species whether playback will occur at the tempo specied by the song or at a xed tempo (i.e., without using the tempo data embedded in the song).

4. To stop the metronome, press the [Metronome] button once again.

The [Metronome] button will go out.

Changing the Tempo

Here’s how to change the tempo of the metronome or song.

1. Use the Tempo [Slow] [Fast] buttons to change the setting.

The tempo will change. The tempo will change continuously if you hold down the [Slow] button or the

[Fast] button.

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Practicing with a Song

Here’s how you can practice one hand at a time, or practice along with an accompaniment.

Selecting and Playing a Song

Let’s listen to the built-in songs. The HPi-50e provides a variety of built-in songs, which are organized into various categories.

* Copyright law prohibits unauthorized use of these built-in songs for any purpose other than personal enjoyment.

1. Press the [Song] button.

The [Song] button will light, and the “Song” screen will appear.

Song title

Indicates the title of the currently selected song.

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Adding a Count-in to Synchronize Your Performance

A series of sounds rhythmically played to indicate the tempo before a song starts is called a “count-in.” Sounding a count will make it easier for you to begin playing at the correct moment when you’re playing along with a song.

1. Hold down the [Metronome] button

and press the [ ] (Play/Stop) button.

A two-measure count sound will be produced before the song starts playing.

Storing a Song in Favorites

Here’s how a song stored in internal memory or on a USB ash drive can be registered in Favorites.

1. Press the [Song] button.

The song select screen will appear.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ]

buttons to select the song that you want to register in Favorites.

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3. Hold down the [Song] button and press

the [ ] button.

A conrmation screen will appear.

4. Choose “OK” and press the [ ] button.

The song will be registered in Favorites.

Playing Songs Consecutively (All Songs Play)

You can consecutively play back the built-in songs or the songs saved in Favorite (internal memory) or on a USB ash drive. This function is called “All Songs Play.”

1. Hold down the [Song] button and press the [ ]

(Play/Stop) button.

All songs of the selected category will play successively. When all songs have nished playing, playback will continue

from the rst song. To stop All Songs Play, press the [

once again.

] (Play/Stop) button

MEMO

All Songs Play will turn o when you stop playback or turn o the power.

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Adjusting the Volume Balance of the Song and the Keyboard Performance (Song Balance)

You can adjust the balance between the song and your keyboard performance by changing the volume of the song.

1. Press the [Song Balance] button.

The [Song Balance] button will light, and the Song Balance screen will appear. .

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to adjust the balance between the sound of your performance and the accompaniment.

3. To cancel the Song Balance function, press the [Song Balance] button once again.

The [Song Balance] button will go out.

Adjusting a Song’s Tempo for Easier Practicing

You can change the tempo at which a song plays back. For a dicult song that contains rapid phrases, you can slow down the tempo and practice at a comfortable speed.

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1. Press the [Slow] button or the [Fast] button.

The tempo will change.

MEMO

If you press the [Slow] button and [Fast] button simultaneously, the tempo will be reset to the default value.

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Practicing One Hand at a Time (Part Mute)

Here’s how to have only the selected part play back. This allows you to practice playing the left or right-hand part of a song while listening to the other hand played automatically.

Part button

Part

The performance data is assigned to the three Part buttons: Accomp, Left, and Right.

What is “Part Mute”?

You can “part mute” a specic part so that it will not be heard.

* If you’ve selected a song that does not contain an

accompaniment, the [Accomp] button will not light even if you press it.

Accompaniment part

Left-hand part

Right-hand part

1. Press the part button for the part that you want to mute.

The button you pressed will go out, and the selected part will not be heard (or will be heard at a reduced volume).

MEMO

• The mute setting will be cancelled when you switch songs.

• Although the Part Mute function cannot be used with respect to the playback of an audio le, you can reduce the volume during playback of sounds that are localized at the center of the sound eld, such as vocals or bass. See “Playing Back an Audio File with Its Central Sound Minimized” (p. 55).

2. To un-mute the sound, press the part button once again so it’s lit.

Using the sound of a specic part as a “guide” (mute volume)

If desired, you can specify that the sound of a part will play at a reduced volume rather than going completely silent when you press a part button and turn o its indicator.

This setting lets you play a specic part at a reduced volume and use it as a “guide” for your playing.

1. While holding down the part button, use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to adjust the mute volume.

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Repeatedly Practicing a Portion of a Song (AB Repeat)

Here’s how you can repeatedly play back a specied portion of the song. You can use this function to repeatedly practice that portion.

Section to repeat

Time

A (Repeat Start)

1. Press the [ ] (Play/Stop) button.

The song will play back.

2. Press the [AB Repeat] button at the point where you want to start repeating (point A).

The [AB Repeat] button will blink. If the notation screen is displayed, an “A” symbol will appear at the measure you specied.

3. Press the [AB Repeat] button at the point where you want to stop repeating (point B).

The [AB Repeat] button will light, and repeat playback will begin. If the notation screen is displayed, an “B” symbol will appear at the measure you specied.

B (Repeat End)

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4. To cancel the repeat function, press the [AB Repeat] button once again.

The [AB Repeat] button will go out, and the repeat region settings will be cleared.

If the notation screen is displayed, the “A” and “B” symbols will disappear.

MEMO

• The repeat points can be specied in measures of beats for an SMF song, or in 1/100ths of a second for audio.

• Instead of playing back the song, you can also specify the portion to repeat by using the [

Moving the portion to repeat forward or backward

When AB Repeat is on, you can move the repeated portion forward or backward.

Section to repeat

Time

A (Repeat Start)

B (Repeat End)

] [ ] buttons.

1. Hold down the [AB Repeat] button and use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons.

The repeated portion will be moved without its length being changed.

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Recording

It’s easy to record your own performances. You can play back a recorded performance to check your playing, or perform along with a recorded performance. The HPi-50e can record SMF and audio.

SMF Recording and Audio Recording

Type of recording Explanation

The musical performance is recorded as data that describes everything that happened, such as which notes were played, and for how long and how strongly.

SMF recording

Audio recording

* SMF (Standard MIDI File) is a unied format for handling MIDI-format music data. A wide variety of SMF data can be purchased for listening

enjoyment, instrumental practice, or karaoke.

This method of recording allows you to record the parts separately, or to re-record just a specic region of the song. You can also do overdubbing.

A song recorded using SMF recording can be viewed as a DigiScore in the notation screen.

* Normally, you should use SMF recording.

Your performance will be recorded as audio data. The recorded song can be used on your computer.

* In order to use audio recording, you must connect a USB ash drive (sold separately) to the USB memory port (p. 17). * The HPi-50e’s piano sound reproduces the depth and spatial feel of a piano by emitting dierent sounds from the multiple speakers built

into the instrument (Acoustic Projection). If you record your performance as audio, the song will be recorded as two-channel (stereo) data, meaning that the Acoustic Projection eect will not be reproduced. (The Acoustic Projection eect is reproduced when you play the keyboard or when you play back a song that was recorded as SMF data.)

Getting Ready to Record

1. Hold down the [Key Touch] button and press the [Transpose] button to access the setup screen.

2. Choose the desired recording method.

Recording method Value Explanation

Recording Mode

Mix Recording

MEMO

You can also change the recording mode by holding down the record button and using the cursor [

3. If you want to overdub an SMF song, select the song that you want to overdub (p. 31).

* You can’t overdub onto an audio song.

4. Select the tone that you want to use for performing (p. 20).

5. If desired, sound the metronome (p. 30).

How the recorded parts correspond to the part buttons

SMF The song will be recorded in SMF format.

Audio The song will be recorded in audio format.

O

When you record over existing material, the previously recorded part will be erased as the new performance is recorded.

When you record over existing material, the newly recorded performance will be combined with the existing performance of the recorded part.

] [ ] buttons.

The recorded performance is assigned to the part buttons as follows.

Conventional Play (playing one tone from the entire keyboard)/Dual Play

Part button Performance that will be recorded

Record with only one part specied

Record with multiple parts specied

Your performance will be recorded on the part you specied.

[Right] [Left] parts

[Accomp] part.

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Making a New SMF Recording

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1. As described in “Getting Ready to Record” (p. 36), turn mix recording on/o and select the recording mode.

In this example, turn mix recording “o” and choose “SMF” as the recording mode.

2. Press the [ ] (Rec) button.

The [ ] (Rec) button will light, the [ ] (Play/Stop) button will blink, and the HPi-50e will enter the recording-standby state in new recording mode.

Explanation

New Song A new song will be recorded.

Add On

If you decide to cancel recording, press the record button once again.

Record an parts while listening to the recorded song (SMF only). For details refer to “Overdubbing a Recorded Song” (p. 39).

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3. As necessary, use the part buttons to select the part(s) that you want to record.

Your performance will be recorded on the part(s) whose button is blinking. You can choose the following parts.

• [Right] part and [Left] part (the performances of both hands)

• [Right] part

• [Left] part

• [Accomp] part

When using Split or Twin Piano, your performance will be divided at the split point and assigned to the [Right] and [Left] parts for recording.

4. As necessary, use the [Slow] [Fast] buttons to set the tempo.

5. Press the [ ] (Play/Stop) button.

After a two-measure count is heard (the measure number is shown as “-2” and “-1”), recording will start. When recording starts, the [

MEMO

You can also start recording by playing the keyboard while in the recording-standby state. In this case, recording starts immediately and no count will be sounded.

] (Rec) button and [ ] (Play/Stop) button will light.

6. Press the [ ] (Play/Stop) button.

Recording will stop, and a screen allowing you to save the song will appear. Refer to “Saving a Song” (p. 38).

Twin Piano (p. 26)/Split Play (p. 22)

Part button

[Right] button Right side Right-hand tone

[Left] button Left side Left-hand tone

Performance that will be recorded

Twin Piano Split Play

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Saving a Song

You can assign a name to the recorded song or the currently selected SMF, and save it in Favorites (internal memory) or on a USB ash drive. The song save screen will appear when you choose “Save Song” in the setup screen, when you nish recording, and when you edit the song in “16

part recorder” or “Song Edit.”

* Audio songs can’t be saved in Favorites (internal memory).

NOTE

If you turn o the HPi-50e’s power without saving your recorded performance, that performance will be lost. If you want to keep your recorded performance, you must save it as described below.

1. The song save screen will appear when you stop recording or when you switch songs.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the Media and Save Destination, and use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to change the setting.

You can’t select a USB ash drive as the media unless a USB ash drive is connected to the USB memory port. If a folder is selected as the save destination, you can enter that folder by pressing the [

] (Play/Stop) button.

3. If you want to change the song title, use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the Song Name and then press the [ ] cursor button.

Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the character that you want to change, and use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to change the character. To conrm the name, press the [ If you decide to cancel the name change, press the [

] button.

4. Press the [ ] button; the song will be saved to the specied media, destination, and song title.

If a folder is selected as the save destination, you can’t save by pressing the [ ] button. If you save to a song number for which a song title is shown, the newly saved song will overwrite the previously saved song.

NOTE

Never turn o the power while the screen indicates “Executing...”

Cancelling the song save operation

1. You can cancel the song save operation by pressing the [×] button in the song save screen.

If you’ve previously recorded or edited, the following conrmation screen will appear.

Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select “OK” and then press the [ ] button; the song you recorded or edited will be erased.

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Overdubbing a Recorded Song

While listening to a recorded song or an internal song, you can record again using either Replace or Mix recording.

6 587

1. As described in “Getting Ready to Record” (p. 36), turn mix recording on/o and choose the recording mode.

In this example, choose “SMF” as the recording mode.

2. Press the [ ] (Rec) button to enter recording-standby mode.

3. Press the [ ] button to switch to overdubbing mode.

4. As necessary, use the part buttons to select the part that you want to record.

For details, refer to step 2 of “Making a New SMF Recording” (p. 37).

5. As necessary, use the [ ] (Bwd) [ ] (Fwd) buttons to specify the point at

which recording will start.

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6. As necessary, use the [Slow] [Fast] buttons to specify the tempo.

7. Press the [ ] (Play/Stop) button.

A two-measure count will be heard (the measure number is shown as “-2” and “-1”), and recording will start. When recording starts, the [

MEMO

You can also start recording by playing the keyboard while in the recording-standby state. In this case, recording starts immediately and no count will be sounded.

] (Rec) button and [ ] (Play/Stop) button will light.

8. Press the [ ] (Play/Stop) button.

Recording will stop, and the song save screen will appear. Refer to “Saving a Song” (p. 38).

MEMO

When you overdub-record, the time signature will be the time signature of the original song.

To re-record

If the recording mode setting “Mix Recording” (p. 55) is “o” (i.e., replace recording), and you select a previously recorded part and then record, your new performance will overwrite the previously recorded part, replacing it. In other words, the previously recorded performance will be discarded.

First recording

Second recording

Replaced by the second recorded performance.

First recorded performance will remain.

Settings

If the recording mode setting “Mix Recording” (p. 55) is “on” (i.e., mix recording), and you select a previously recorded part and then record, your new performance will be combined with the previously recorded performance.

First recording

Second recording

First and second recorded performances will be mixed.

First recorded performance will remain.

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Making a New Audio Recording

1. Connect a USB ash drive (sold separately) to the USB memory port (p. 17).

2. Select the recording mode as described in “Getting Ready to Record” (p. 36).

In this example, choose “Audio” as the recording mode.

3. Press the [ ] (Rec) button to enter recording-standby mode.

4. Press the [ ] (Play/Stop) button.

When recording starts, the [ ] (Rec) button and [ ] (Play/Stop) button will light.

5. Press the [ ] (Play/Stop) button.

Recording will stop, and the song save screen will appear. Refer to “Saving a Song” (p. 38).

Audio Recording a Performance with SMF Accompaniment

1. Connect a USB ash drive (sold separately) to the USB memory port (p. 17).

2. Select the recording mode as described in “Getting Ready to Record” (p. 36).

In this example, choose Audio as the recording mode.

3. Press the [ ] (Rec) button to enter recording-standby mode.

4. Press the [ ] button to switch to overdub recording mode.

5. As necessary, use the [ ] (Bwd) [ ] (Fwd) buttons to specify the location at which recording will start.

6. As necessary, use the [Slow] [Fast] buttons to specify the tempo.

7. Press the [ ] (Play/Stop) button.

When recording starts, the [ ] (Rec) button and [ ] (Play/Stop) button will light.

8. Press the [ ] (Play/Stop) button.

Recording will stop, and the song save screen will appear. Refer to “Saving a Song” (p. 38).

Using an Audio File without Melody (Center Cancel)

Here’s how you can minimize the sounds (such as the vocal or the melody instrument) that are heard from the center position of the selected audio le or a digital audio player connected to the Input jack.

This is called the “Center Cancel” function.

1. As described in steps 1–3 of “Selecting and Playing a Song” (p. 32), select a song for which an audio icon is shown.

2. Press the [ ] (Play/Stop) button.

The song will play.

3. Press the [Right] button.

The [Right] button will go out, and the sound of the vocal or melody will be minimized.

MEMO

• For some songs, the sounds heard from the center position might not be completely eliminated.

• You can clear the Center Cancel function by pressing the [Right] button. The Center Cancel function will also be cleared when you select another song.

• Using the Center Cancel function may aect the tone quality of some songs.

• You can use the [right] button to specify the Center Cancel setting only if an audio le selected.

• If you want to use Center Cancel when you’ve selected something other than an audio le, refer to “Center Cancel” (p. 55) in “Various Settings.”

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Burning an Audio Recording of a Song (WAV le) to a CD

After an audio recording of a song has been saved to a USB ash drive, you can copy it to your computer and burn it to a CD. If you want to burn a CD from a song that you recorded as an SMF, you must rst convert it to audio (WAV le) (p. 47).

In order to burn a CD on your computer, you’ll need software such as “iTunes.” For details, refer to the owner’s manual or the online help of your software.

A song recorded on the HPi-50e can be copied to your computer by means of a USB ash drive.

Copy the recorded song to your computer

WAV

Recording

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Use computer software (such as iTunes) to burn the song to a CD.

1. Connect the USB ash drive

containing the song to your computer.

If you’re using Windows, a “Removable disk” icon will appear in “Computer.” If you’re using Mac OS X, a “NO NAME” icon will appear on the desktop.

2. Double-click the icon that appeared.

The contents of the USB ash drive will be displayed. The audio recording of the song (WAV le) will be among the

contents.

Use iTunes to burn the song to CD

The following explanation uses iTunes 10 for Windows. If you’re using a dierent version or other software, refer to its online help or owner’s manual.

1. From the Start menu, click [All Programs] - [iTunes].

2. From the iTunes [File] menu, click [New Playlist] to

create a playlist.

3. Copy the song (WAV le) that you want to burn to

CD to your computer’s desktop or another location where you can easily nd it.

Copy to desktop

5. Select the playlist that you created in step 2, and in

the [File] menu, click [Burn playlist to Disc].

Newly created playlist

3. From the desktop (or other location) where you

copied it, drag and drop the song (WAV le) to add it to the playlist you created in step 2.

Drag & drop

4. Insert a blank CD-R into your computer.

6. Make the appropriate settings in the disc creation

dialog box, and then click the [Burn] button.

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Creating a Song

1. Press the [Lesson] button.

The Lesson menu screen will appear.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] buttons to choose

“Music Creation,” and press the [ ] button to conrm your choice.

Rhythm

You can play along with a variety of rhythms.

16 Part Recorder

Create 16 part multitrack recordings.

Song Editor

Edit a song you recorded.

Audio Converter

Convert a song recorded as SMF into audio.

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Play Along with Rhythms

The HPi-50e lets you enjoy performing while you listen to rhythms in a variety of styles.

1. Press the [Lesson] button.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] buttons to select

“Rhythm,” and press the [ ] button.

The “Rhythm” screen will appear.

MEMO

If the pedal’s function is set to “Fill In,” you’ll be able to add a llin to the rhythm performance. To change the pedal’s function, refer to “Changing How the Pedals Work (Left Pedal)” (p. 56) or “Changing How the Pedals Work (Center Pedal)” (p. 56).

5. If you want to end your performance with an added

ending, press [ If you want to end your performance without an added ending, press [×] (Stop) button.

The rhythm performance will stop.

] (Ending) button.

Editing the Rhythm Performance and Automatic Accompaniment Settings

Here’s how to edit the rhythm performance and automatic accompaniment settings.

1. In the rhythm screen, hold down the [Key Touch] button

and press the [Transpose] button.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the parameter

that you want to edit.

3. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to edit the setting.

Items Value Explanation

If this is on, you’ll be able to play the sound of the left-hand part while the

Left-hand Tone O, On

Sync O, On

Arranger O, On

MEMO

For details on how to nger automatic accompaniment chords on the keyboard, refer to “Chord Fingering List” (p. 68).

automatic accompaniment plays. If this is o, the left-hand part will not

be heard.

If this is on, the rhythm will start the instant you begin playing the keyboard.

If this is o, use the[ the rhythm.

If this is on, an accompaniment suitable for the selected rhythm will be automatically generated according to the chords you play in the left hand.

If this is o, only the rhythm will be heard.

] button to start

3. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select a rhythm

pattern.

4. If you want to perform with an intro, press the [ ] (Intro)

cursor button. If you want to perform without an intro, press the [ ] button.

The rhythm will start playing. If “Arranger” is on, an accompaniment suitable for the selected

rhythm will play according to the chords you play with your left hand.

Recording the Rhythm Performance and Automatic Accompaniment

1. Press the [Lesson] button.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] buttons to select

“Rhythm,” and press the [ ] button.

The “Rhythm” screen will appear.

3. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select a rhythm

pattern.

4. Select the tone that you want to play (p. 20).

5. Press the [ ] (Rec) button.

6. Use the [ ] button to select the recording mode and

recording format (p. 36).

If you’re using overdub-recording, use the [ ] (Bwd) [ ] (Fwd) buttons to move to the location at which you want to start recording.

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7. Press the [ ] (Play/Stop) button.

A two-measure count will be heard (the measure number is shown as “-2” and “-1”), and then recording will begin.

8. Press the [ ] (Play/Stop) button.

Recording will stop, and the song save screen will appear. Refer to “Saving a Song” (p. 38).

MEMO

If desired, you can sound the lowest note of the chord you press (“leading bass”). Leading bass can be switched using a pedal. To change the pedal’s function, refer to “Changing How the Pedals Work (Left Pedal)” (p. 56) or “Changing How the Pedals Work (Center Pedal)” (p. 56).

Recording with 16 Parts

The HPi-50e provides 16 parts for multitrack recording. One tone can be recorded on each part, meaning that you can create song data by overdubbing performances for up to 16 dierent tones.

The “16 part recorder” function lets you record and play back each of these 16 parts individually.

Overdub-recording allows you to listen to the previously recorded parts while you overdub performances for additional parts.

What’s MIDI

MIDI, short of “Musical Instrument Digital Interface,” was developed as a universal standard for the exchange of performance data between electronic instruments and computers. MIDI data consists of information describing what took place during a musical performance; for example, which key (which note) was played, for how long, and how strongly.

Unlike the data on a music CD, MIDI data does not contain information about the sound itself, so you are free to change the tempo and key, opening up a wide range of possibilities.

What is SMF?

“SMF” stands for “Standard MIDI File,” which is a standard le format for handling MIDI-format musical data.

Since most MIDI playback devices support SMF, it is a useful format for making musical data widely available.

Commercially Available SMF Music les

Commercially available Roland SMF music les also consists of 16 parts. You can load this type of song data from a USB ash drive, and use the 16 part recorder to edit the data.

NOTE

• Some commercially available SMF music les cannot be edited.

• Please be aware that derivative works that you create based on existing copyrighted material such as commercially available SMF music les may infringe copyright law if used for purposes other than personal enjoyment. Roland takes no responsibility for any infringement of a third party’s copyrights that may arise from a derivative work you create.

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16 part recorder and part buttons

In addition to the “16 part recorder,” the HPi-50e’s recording and playback functionality also includes the “part buttons” ([Accomp] [Left] [Right]). These part buttons combine the 16 part recorder’s 16 parts into three buttons. This means that after you’ve used the part buttons to record your performance, you can then use the 16 part recorder to overdub additional parts, or to edit your performance in greater detail.

The part buttons correspond with the parts of the 16 part recorder as follows.

Part buttons Part (part number)

[Accomp] button

[Left] button Left-hand part (part 3)

[Right] button Right-hand part (part 4)

Since the 16 part recorder records one tone on each part, you can’t use Dual Play (p. 21) or Split Play (p. 22) to record two or more tones simultaneously.

Parts other than left-hand and right-hand (i.e., parts 1, 2 and 5–16)

About the 16 part recorder Screen

Access the “16 part recorder screen” when you want to record on the 16 part recorder or make settings for it.

1. Press the [Lesson] button to select “16 Part Recorder,” and

then press the [ ] button (p. 29).

The 16 Part Recorder screen will appear.

Indication Explanation

This shows the tone that’s assigned to each part. Use the

[

] [ ]

1–16

[

] Solo

[

] Mute

[

] Setting

The operations subsequently explained in “Editing the Part Settings” (p. 44) and “Recording Each Part” (p. 44) are performed within the “16 part recorder” screen.

cursor buttons to select a part. Undimmed parts contain a recorded performance. Dimmed parts do not contain a recorded performance.

Only the selected part will play.

The selected part will be muted (unheard).

The Part Settings screen will appear, allowing you to make detailed settings for each part. For details, refer to “Editing the Part Settings” (p. 44).

Settings

Mute and Solo

When using the 16 part recorder to play back song data, you can press the track buttons to easily “mute” specic parts so that they will not be heard or “solo” a specic part so that only it will be heard.

Mute and solo settings can be changed even while the song plays.

MEMO

Playing back with a specic part muted is called “minus-one playback.”

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Editing the Part Settings

7. If you want to record additional parts, repeat step 2 and

following as many times as necessary.

For each part of a song recorded on the 16 part recorder or an internal song, you can edit the volume and tone of each part, or mute it.

Commercially available Roland SMF music les also consists of 16 parts, each playing a dierent instrumental sound, and you can edit the settings for each part of such data in the same way.

* Before you continue, select the song that you want to edit (p. 31).

1. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the part that

you want to edit, and press the [ ] button.

A “Part” screen like the following will appear.

The part name and tone name are shown in the center of the screen. When this screen is shown, you can use the tone buttons to switch the tone of this part.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select an item, and use

the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to edit the setting.

Item Explanation

Volume Adjusts the volume

Reverb

Chorus

Pan

Adjusts the depth of the reverb eect. The reverberation that is typical of a concert hall will be

added, giving the sound a greater spatial spread.

Adjusts the depth of the chorus eect. A slightly pitch-shifted sound will be added, giving the sound

depth and spaciousness.

Adjusts the stereo position at which the sound is heard. By editing the pan setting you can specify the perceptual

location from which the sound will be heard between the left and right speakers.

Raising the setting will move the sound toward the right, and lowering it will move the sound toward the left.

NOTE

The song you recorded will disappear when you turn o the power. If you don’t want to lose your song, save it to the Favorites or to USB memory.

Saving Your Multitrack Recording

Here’s how to save a song that you’ve multitrack-recorded or whose part settings you’ve edited.

1. In the “16 part recorder” screen, press the [×] button.

The 16 part recorder will close, and the song save screen will appear.

For details, refer to “Saving a Song” (p. 38).

Editing a Song

Here’s how to edit the performance you’ve recorded using the part buttons (p. 39) or the 16 part recorder (p. 43).

Basic operation

1. Select the song that you want to edit (p. 31).

2. Press the [Lesson] button, select “Song Editor,” and press

the [ ] button.

3. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select “Note/Measure”

and press the [ ] button.

4. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] buttons to select an

editing function, and press the [

Copying Measures (Copy)

You can copy a specied range of measures to other measures or to another part.

This is a convenient way to create songs in which similar phrases are repeated.

Example: Copying measures 5–7 to measure 8 and following

] button.

Recording Each Part

1. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the part that

you want to edit.

2. Use the [ ] (Bwd) [ ] (Fwd) buttons to move to the

measure at which you want to record.

3. Specify the recording tempo (p. 47) and metronome

settings (p. 30). Also select the tone (p. 20) you’ll use when recording.

4. Press the [ ] (Rec) button.

The HPi-50e will enter recording-standby mode.

5. Press the [ ] (Play/Stop) button to start recording.

A count will be heard, and then recording will start.

6. To stop recording, press the [ ] (Play/Stop) button.

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Inserting Blank Measures (Insert)

You can insert blank measures at the specied location.

Example: Inserting three blank measures at measure 5

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

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Deleting Measures (Delete)

You can delete a specied range of measures from your performance. This will cause the subsequent measures to be moved forward to ll the gap.

Example: Deleting measures 5–8

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1 2 3 4 5 6

Erasing Measures (Erase)

You can erase a specied range of measures, causing those measures to be blank.

Erasing performance data will not aect the length of the song.

Example: Erasing the performance data from measures 5–8 (make blank)

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Blank measures

Transposing an Entire Part (Transpose)

You can transpose the entire part you specify.

Editing Individual Notes (Note Edit)

You can edit the individual notes of a recorded performance. This function is called “ Note Edit.”

You can use Note Edit to make the following changes.

• Delete an unintended note

• Change the pitch of a single note

• Change the playing strength (velocity) of a single note

• Change the ngering number

1. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the part

containing the note that you want to edit.

The number of the selected part is shown in the center of the screen.

2. Use the [ ] (Bwd) button, [ ] (Fwd) button, or

cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the note that you want to edit.

Make the note you want to edit appear in the center of the screen. The location of each note is shown in terms of “measure: beat: tick.”

MEMO

A “tick” is a ner division of timing than a beat. There are 120 ticks in one beat.

3. Press the [O] button.

The edit screen will appear.

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Exchanging Parts (Part Exchange)

You can exchange the notes recorded for one part with the notes recorded for a dierent part.

Tightening Up the Note Timing (Quantize)

Inaccuracies in the timing of your performance can be corrected to the timing interval you specify. This is called the “ Quantize” function.

For example, if you intended to play at quarter-note timing, but were not perfectly accurate, you can tighten-up your performance by quantizing to quarter-note (1/4) timing.

Example: Resolution set to “1/4”

Example: Resolution set to “1/16”

Played timing

Corrected by Quantize

Played timing

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4. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the note’s

“Note,” “velocity,” “Finger,” or ”Part”, and use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to edit the value. If you want to delete the selected note, press the [ ] button.

5. When you’re nished editing, press the [×] button

Editing Tone Changes During the Song (PC Edit)

Songs in which the instrumental sound changes during the song (i.e., when the tone used by a part is switched during the song) contain commands that specify when the tone should change.

These commands are called “program changes (PC).” You can use “ PC Edit” to delete a program change or to change the tone that is selected.

MEMO

You can’t insert a program change into a measure or beat that does not already contain a program change.

1. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the part

containing the program change that you want to edit.

The number of the selected part is shown in the center of the screen.

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2. Use the [ ] (Bwd) button, [ ] (Fwd) button, or

cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the program change that you want to edit.

Make the program change you want to edit appear in the center of the screen.

The location of each note is shown in terms of “measure: beat: tick.”

MEMO

A “tick” is a ner division of timing than a beat. There are 120 ticks in one beat.

Deleting a Notation Mark

1. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select a notation mark.

The notation mark will be shown in red.

2. Press the [O] button.

The selected notation mark will be deleted.

3. Press the [O] button.

The edit screen will appear.

4. Press a tone button to select the tone group, and use the

cursor buttons to select a tone. If you want to delete the selected program change, press the [O] button

5. When you’ve nished editing, press the [×] button.

Cancelling an Edit (Undo)

For the “note/measure” editing functions, you can cancel the mostrecently executed operation.

This is a convenient way to return to the original state after an edit. Undoable editing is indicated accordingly.

Use the cursor [O] button to undo the previous editing operation, returning the data to its prior

If you use the cursor [ press the [O] button, you’ll return to the Song Edit screen.

[ ] [ ] buttons to select “Yes” and then press the

] [ ] buttons to select “Cancel” and then

Saving a Song You’ve Edited by Note or Measure

Saving a Song After Editing Its Notation Marks

1. In the notation mark screen, press the [×] button.

“Notation mark” editing will end, and the song save screen will appear.

For details, refer to “Saving a Song” (p. 38).

Editing the Key Signature

You can change the key signature to make the notation easier to read.

1. Press the [Lesson] button, select “Song Editor,” and press

the [ ] button.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select “Key Signature”

and press the [ ] button.

3. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the key

signature.

4. Press the [×] button.

Key signature editing will end, and the song save screen will appear. For details, refer to “Saving a Song” (p. 38).

1. In the Note/Measure screen, press the [×] button.

“Note/Measure” editing will end, and the song save screen will appear.

For details, refer to “Saving a Song” (p. 38).

Inserting Notation Marks

You can insert a variety of notation marks to be displayed in the notation.

1. Press the [Lesson] button, select “Song Editor,” and press

the [ ] button.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select “Notation Mark”

and press the [ ] button.

3. Use the [ ] (Bwd) [ ] (Fwd) buttons or the cursor

left/right buttons to select the location at which you want to insert a notation mark.

4. Use the [Slow] [Fast] buttons to select the type of notation

mark you want to insert.

5. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select a notation mark.

6. Press the [O] button.

The notation mark will be inserted.

Editing the Time Signature (Beat Map)

You can create songs in which the time signature changes during the song.

The beat map can be edited only when creating a new song. You’ll need to use the beat map to create a blank song containing

time signature data.

1. Press the [Lesson] button, select “Song Editor,” and press

the [ ] button.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select “Beat Map” and

press the [

3. Use the [ ] (Bwd) button or [ ] (Fwd) button to

select the measure at which you want to change the time signature.

4. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the time

signature.

5. Press the [ ] button.

6. Repeat steps 1–3 to enter the time signature data for the

entire song.

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7. Press the [×] button.

Time signature editing will end, and you’ll be in overdub-recording mode.

Proceed as described in step 4 and following of “Overdubbing a Recorded Song” (p. 39).

Editing the Tempo

You can edit the tempo of a recorded song.

1. Select the song whose tempo you want to edit (p. 31).

2. Use the [Slow] [Fast] buttons to change the tempo.

3. Hold down the [ ] (Rec) button and press the [ ]

(Reset) button.

The song’s tempo will be changed.

4. When the save screen appears, save the song.

For details, refer to “Saving a Song” (p. 38).

Recording Tempo Data (Tempo Recording)

You can change the tempo of a song that you recorded or of an internal song.

1. Select the song whose tempo you want to change.

4. Use the [Slow] [Fast] buttons to specify the starting

tempo.

5. Press the [ ] (Play/Stop) button.

Recording will start. In this case, recording starts immediately and no count will be sounded.

6. As the song proceeds, use the [Slow] [Fast] buttons to

change the tempo.

7. Press the [ ] (Play/Stop) button.

Recording will stop, and a conrmation message will ask whether you want to save the song whose tempo you changed.

8. Save or discard the data.

Converting an SMF Song to Audio (WAV File)

By converting a song recorded in SMF format to audio, you’ll be able to listen to it on your computer. You can also burn the song to a music CD on your computer, or upload it to the Internet.

1. Connect your USB ash drive (sold separately) to the USB

memory port (p. 17).

* Audio les cannot be saved to Favorites (internal memory).

2. Select the song that you want to convert to audio (WAV

le) (p. 31).

3. Press the [Lesson] button.

The “Lesson” screen will appear.

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4. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] buttons to select “Audio

5. To convert the song, press the [ ] button.

2. Hold down the [ ] (Rec) button and press the [Slow] or

[Fast] button.

The [ ] (Rec) button will light, the [ ] (Play/Stop) button will ash, and the HPi-50e will be in the tempo record standby condition.

If you decide to cancel recording, press the [ again.

] (Rec) button once

6. When the save screen appears, save the song.

3. If desired, press the [Metronome] button to sound the

metronome.

Copying an audio recording of a song to your computer

If you save an audio recording of a song on a USB ash drive, you’ll be able to listen to it on your computer.

In order for an SMF song recording to be used on your computer, you’ll need to convert it to audio (WAV le).

Audio recordings of songs are saved as WAVE les (16-bit, 44.1 kHz).

You can use your computer to burn them to a music CD or upload them to the Internet.

A song recorded on the HPi-50e can be copied to your computer by means of a USB ash drive.

Converter,” and press the [ ] button.

A conrmation screen will appear. Use the cursor [

If you decide to cancel without converting, press the [×] button. The screen will indicate “Converting...”

For details, refer to “Saving a Song” (p. 38).

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] [ ] buttons to select “Save song.”

Use computer software (such as iTunes) to burn the song to a CD.

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Personalizing Your Piano Sound (Piano Designer)

What is Piano Designer?

The HPi-50e lets you adjust the piano sound to your taste by modifying various aspects of a grand piano’s sound, such as its strings and pedal, as well as the keyboard resonances.

This function is called “Piano Designer.”

Making Detailed Adjustments to the Piano Sound

Hammer Noise

Adjusting the piano sound to your taste

String Resonance

Temperament

2 351

1. While holding down the [Piano] button, press the [E. Piano] button.

The Piano Designer screen will appear. The “ConcertPiano” tone will be selected.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the parameter that you want to adjust.

3. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to adjust the value.

4. Repeat steps 2–3 to adjust the piano sound to your taste.

5. When you’re nished using Piano Designer, press the [Piano] button or the [E. Piano]

button.

Piano designer parameter

Parameter Value Explanation

Lid 0–6

Damper Resonance 0–10

Hammer Noise 1–5

Hammer Response 0–10

Duplex Scale 0–10

Dynamic Harmonic 0–10

String Resonance 0–10

Key O Resonance 0–10

Adjusts the extent to which the lid of the grand piano is open. The sound will become more mellow as you close the lid of the piano in the screen. The sound will become brighter as

you open the lid of the piano in the screen.

This adjusts the damper resonance of the acoustic piano sound (the sympathetic vibration produced in strings other than those actually played when you press the damper pedal).

Higher settings will make the sympathetic vibration louder.

This adjusts the sound produced when the hammer of an acoustic piano strikes the string. Higher settings will produce a louder sound of the hammer striking the string.

For softly played notes, this adjusts the time from when you strike the key until the piano sound is heard. Higher settings will produce slower response.

This adjusts the sympathetic vibrations of an acoustic piano’s Duplex Scale. Higher settings will make the sympathetic vibration louder.

This adjusts the metallic resonance that is produced when you play strongly on an acoustic piano. Higher settings will produce a louder metallic sound.

This adjusts the string resonance of the acoustic piano sound (the sympathetic vibrations of strings for previously played notes that occur when you play another note).

Higher settings will make the sympathetic vibration louder.

This adjusts sympathetic vibrations such as an acoustic piano’s key-o sound (the subtle sound that occurs when you release a note).

Higher settings will make the sympathetic vibration louder.

Saving your settings

The HPi-50e’s settings will revert to the default values when you turn o the power, but you can save them as described in “Storing Your Settings (memory backup)” (p. 12).

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Parameter Value Explanation

Cabinet Resonance 0–10

Sound Board Behavior

Damper Noise 0–10

Master Tuning 415.3–440.0–466.2 Hz

Temperament

0–10

Equal, Just Major, Just Minor, Pythagorean, Kirnberger, Meantone, Werckmeister, Arabic

Adjusts the body resonance of the grand piano itself. Higher values will produce a larger body resonance.

When you play a chord, this setting improves the clarity of the individual notes in the chord, creating a more beautiful resonance.

Higher settings produce a clearer resonance.

This adjusts the damper noise of the acoustic piano sound (the sound of the damper releasing the strings when you press the damper pedal).

* No damper noise will be heard if Damper Resonance is set to “O.”

This adjusts the HPi-50e’s standard pitch (the pitch of the middle A note). 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 reference pitch is in tune with that of the other instruments. This tuning of all the instruments to a reference pitch is called “master tuning.”

You can play classical styles such as Baroque using historic temperaments (tuning methods). Most modern songs are composed for and played in equal temperament, the most common tuning in use today. But at

one time, there were a wide variety of other tuning systems in existence. By playing in the temperament that was in use when a composition was created, you can experience the sonorities of

chords originally intended for that song.

REFERENCE

When playing with tuning other than equal temperament, you need to specify the temperament key for tuning the song

Temperament Key C–B

O, Preset 1, Preset

Stretch Tuning

Note Volume

Note Character

2, User (User: -50–0–+50)

O, User (User: -50–0)

O, User (User: -5–0–+5)

For some parameters, you can listen to a demo 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.

This lets you specify the amount of “stretch tuning,” a tuning method specically for pianos, in which the high range is tuned slightly sharper, and the low range is tuned slightly atter.

If you select “Preset,” a standard tuning curve created for the HPi-50e will be used. If you select “User,” you’ll be able to edit the stretched tuning yourself. Play the key whose pitch you want to adjust, then

use the cursor [

This lets you adjust the volume of each individual key. Higher settings will make the volume louder. If you select “User,” you’ll be able to edit the Note Volume settings. Press the key whose volume you want to adjust, and use the cursor [

This lets you adjust the tonal character of each individual key. Higher settings will make the tone harder, and lower settings will make the tone softer.

If you select “User,” you’ll be able to adjust the Note Character settings. Press the key whose tone you want to adjust, and use the cursor [

1. Press the [ ] button.

Demo

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the type of demo.

3. Press the [ ]button.

The demo will begin.

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For details, refer to “Temperaments.”

] [ ] buttons to adjust its pitch.

] [ ] buttons to adjust its volume.

] [ ] buttons to adjust its tone.

Temperaments

Temperament Qualities

Equal In this tuning, each octave is divided into twelve equal steps. Every interval produces about the same amount of slight dissonance.

Just Major

Just Minor The Just tunings dier from major and minor keys. You can get the same eect with the minor scale as with the major scale.

Pythagorean

Kirnberger

Meantone This scale makes some compromises in just intonation, enabling transposition to other keys.

Werckmeister This temperament combines the Meantone and Pythagorean tunings. Performances are possible in all keys (rst technique, III).

Arabic This tuning is suitable for the music of Arabia.

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.

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 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).

What is the duplex scale?

The Duplex Scale is a system of sympathetically vibrating strings sometimes included in grand pianos. These sympathetically vibrating strings are not struck directly with hammers, but sound by vibrating in sympathy with the vibrations of other strings. By resonating

with the overtones, these strings add richness and brilliance to the sound. These sympathetic strings are added only to the high register above approximately C4. Since they do not have a damper (a mechanism that stops them from sounding), they will continue sounding even after you play a note and then release it to stop the sound of the string that was actually struck.

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Changing the Notation Screen Settings

You can change the parts shown in the notation screen, and specify how they will be displayed.

1. In the notation screen, press the [ ] button.

The notation setup screen will appear.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select an item.

3. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to change the setting.

Item Explanation

Size Species the size of the notation display.

Part Species the part to be shown as notation.

Keyboard If this is “On,” a keyboard is shown below the notation.

Mark

Finger

Chord

Lyric

Pitches

Auto Sync

Key Display the notation in the specied key.

Clef R

Clef L

Upper Part

Lower Part

Resolution

If this is “On,” performance marks are shown when you play back song data that contains performance marks.

If this is “On,” ngering numbers are shown when you play back song data that contains ngering numbers.

If this is “On,” chord names are shown when you play back song data that contains chord data.

If this is “On,” lyrics are shown when you play back song data that contains song lyric data.

Specify how note names are displayed when the notation screen is expanded.

If this is “On,” the notation will be shown in synchronization with the performance.

Species the clef of the notation shown for the right-hand part.

Species the clef of the notation shown for the left-hand part.

Species the part for which notation will be shown as the upper part.

Species the part for which notation will be shown as the lower part.

Changes the screen display and lesson grading standard.

Changing the Screen Display and Lesson Grading Standard (Resolution)

You can change the minimum note value that is shown in the screen and the standard by which Visual Lesson and Medal Collection will be graded.

1. In the notation display screen, press the [ ] button to

access the Options screen.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select “Resolution .”

3. Use the cursor

[ ] [ ] buttons to choose either “32nd note” “16th note.”

Saving your settings

The HPi-50e’s settings will revert to the default values when you turn o the power, but you can save them as described in “Storing Your Settings (memory backup)” (p. 12).

32nd note

This setting is ideal when viewing songs that include 32nd notes.

The grading standard for Visual Lesson and Medal Collection will also be 32nd notes. Since this setting requires you to play with accurate timing, it allows advanced lessons.

16th note

This setting is ideal when viewing songs in which 16th notes are the smallest note value.

The grading standard for Visual Lesson and Medal Collection will also be 16th notes.

Changing the Number of Measures Displayed

1. In the notation screen, use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to

change the setting.

Saving Notation Data in BMP Format

The notation displayed by the HPi-50e can be saved to a separately sold USB ash drive as image data. You can use this saved image data on your computer.

NOTE

• You cannot save copyrighted song data.

• Copyright law prohibits the unauthorized use of exported notation for any purpose other than personal enjoyment.

• For details on how note names are shown in the BMP output, refer to “Changing the Notation Screen Settings” (p. 50).

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1. Connect your USB ash drive to the USB memory port.

2. Select the song for which you want to save the notation

(p. 31).

If you want to save a notation image for a song that you record, record your performance before you continue (p. 36).

3. In the notation screen, press the [ ] button.

4. In the Options screen, press the [ ] button.

5. Read the message, and then press the [ ] button.

If you’ve selected a copyrighted song, a screen like the following will appear.

If this screen appears, press the [ ] button to return to step 2 and then select a dierent song.

6. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] buttons to specify the

region that will be saved and the layout of the notation.

7. Press the [ ] button.

The notation will be saved as image data in BMP (bitmap) format.

NOTE

Do not disconnect the USB ash drive until saving is completed.

Saving Tone and Rhythm Settings

5. Press the cursor [ ] button several times to select the

“Write Destination.”

6. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to specify the desired

“Write Destination.”

7. Press the [ ] button.

The current settings will be wrote as a “User Program.”

NOTE

Never turn o the power while the screen indicates “Saving...”

MEMO

If you want to return the “User Program” to their factory-set state, refer to “Restoring the Factory Settings” (p. 58).

Calling Up a User Program

Here’s how to call up a User Program that you’ve saved.

1. While holding down the [Key Touch] button, press the

[Transpose] button.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select “Load a User

Program File,” and press the [ ] cursor button.

The User Program screen will appear.

3. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the User

Program that you want to call up.

The current performance settings will be replaced by the performance settings you choose.

Using a pedal to select a User Program

You can use a pedal to consecutively select “User Program.” This is called the “Pedal Shift” function.

If you’ve stored “User Program” in the desired order, you’ll be able to select the User Program for the next song simply by pressing a pedal.

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The state of the currently selected tone buttons and Rhythm settings can be stored as a set, which can be called up instantly when desired. This is called a “User Program,” and you can save 40 such sets in the HPi-50e.

For details on the setting that can be stored, refer to “Items Saved in a User Program” (p. 69)

Writing a User Program

1. Hold down the [Key Touch] button and press the

[Transpose] button.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select “User Program,”

and then press the cursor [ ] button.

The User Program screen will appear.

3. Press the [ ] button.

The “Write the Favorite User Program” screen will appear.

4. Enter a name for the “User Program le.”

Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the character that you want to change, and use the cursor [ the character.

MEMO

If you don’t need to change the User Program, simply proceed to step 5.

] [ ] buttons to change

1. While holding down the [Key Touch] button, press the

[Transpose] button.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select “User Programs.”

3. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to change the setting.

Value Explanation

O

Left Pedal

Center Pedal

The function originally assigned to the pedals will be available.

The left pedal will operate only to switch User Programs. The function originally assigned to the left pedal will not be available.

The center pedal will operate only to switch User Programs. The function originally assigned to the center pedal will not be available.

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Managing User Programs

You can save or delete User Programs.

MEMO

If you want to save User Programs on a USB ash drive, connect your USB ash drive to the USB memory port before you continue.

1. Hold down the [Key Touch] button and press the

[Transpose] button.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select an item.

Item Explanation

Load User Program

Save User Program

Copy User Program

Delete User Program

3. Select the desired item, and press the [ ] cursor button.

The corresponding screen will appear.

4. Proceed according to the instructions in the screen.

NOTE

Never turn o the power or disconnect the USB ash drive while the screen indicates “Executing...”

Loads a set of User Programs from Favorites or a USB ash drive into the HPi-50e.

Saves a set of 40 User Programs in Favorites or User Program User Program Set.”

Copies a set of User Programs from a USB ash drive to Favorites in internal memory.

Alternatively, copies a set of User Programs from Favorites to a USB ash drive.

Deletes a set of User Programs from Favorites or from a USB ash drive.

Making the Power Automatically Turn O After a Time ( Auto O )

With the factory settings, the HPi-50e’s power will automatically be switched o 30 minutes after you stop playing or operating the unit.

If you don’t need the power to turn o automatically, set “Auto O “ to the “O “ setting as described below.

1. Hold down the [Key Touch] button and press the

[Transpose] button.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select “Auto O .”

3. Use the [ ] [ ] buttons to change the setting.

Value Explanation

O The power will not turn o automatically.

10 min.

30 min. (default)

240 min.

MEMO

This setting is automatically saved in the HPi-50e.

4. Press the [x] button.

You will exit the “Function” screen.

The power will automatically turn o if no operation is performed for 10 minutes.

The power will automatically turn o if no operation is performed for 30 minutes.

The power will automatically turn o if no operation is performed for 240 minutes (4 hours).

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Loading/Saving Piano Setups

The HPi-50e lets you load a piano setup that you’ve saved on a USB ash drive, or save your piano setup to a USB ash drive.

MEMO

Only piano setups that were created on the HPi-50e can be loaded.

Loading a Piano Setup

1. Connect your USB ash drive to the piano’s USB memory

port.

2. Hold down the [Key Touch] button and press the

[Transpose] button.

The [Key Touch] button and [Transpose] button will light; the HPi-50e will be in Function mode.

3. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select “Piano Setup

Import.”

4. Press the [ ] button.

The Piano Setup Import screen will appear. If you decide to cancel without loading the piano setup, press the

[X] button.

5. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the piano setup

that you want to load.

6. Press the [O] button.

The piano setup will be loaded from the USB ash drive.

7. Press the [Key Touch] button or the [Transpose] button to

exit Function mode.

Saving a Piano Setup

1. Connect your USB ash drive to the piano’s USB memory

port.

6. Press the [O] button to conrm the name.

7. Press the [O] button to save the piano setup to your USB

ash drive.

When the piano setup has been saved, you will return to the screen of step 3.

NOTE

Never turn o the power or disconnect the USB ash drive while the screen indicates “Executing...”

8. Press the [Key Touch] button or the [Transpose] button to

exit Function mode.

Items saved in the piano setup

Lid

Damper Resonance

Hammer Noise

Hammer Response

Duplex Scale

Dynamic Harmonic

String Resonance

Key O Resonance

Piano Designer settings

Other

Items automatically remembered by the HPi-50e

Cabinet Resonance

Soundboard Behavior

Damper Noise

Master Tuning

Temperament

Temperament Key

Stretch Tuning

Note Volume

Note Character

Ambience (On/O, value)

Brilliance (value)

Key Touch (On/O, value)

Headphones 3D Ambience

Volume Limit

Volume (Speaker, headphones)

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2. Hold down the [Key Touch] button and press the

[Transpose] button.

The [Key Touch] button and [Transpose] button will light; the HPi-50e will be in Function mode.

3. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select “Piano Setup

Export.”

4. Press the [ ] button.

The Piano Setup Export screen will appear. If you decide to cancel without saving the piano setup, press the [X]

button.

5. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to specify the save-

destination number.

No piano setup has been saved in numbers whose piano setup name is shown as (Empty).

If you want to save by overwriting an unwanted piano setup, choose the unwanted piano setup number.

You can use the [ the [ ] button to edit the name of the piano setup.

Use the [ change the character.

Use the [

] [ ] buttons to select the name, and then press

] [ ] buttons to select the position at which to

] [ ] buttons to change the character.

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Various Settings

Basic Operations in the Function Screen

The “Function” screen lets you edit various settings for performance and recording.

1. While holding down the [Key Touch] button, press the

[Transpose] button.

The “Function” screen will appear.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the item that

you want to edit.

Indication Explanation

MEMO

Depending on the item you select, the screen might show additional choices.

3. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to edit the setting.

The content of the setting is shown in the screen.

4. While holding down the [Key Touch] button, press the

[Transpose] button.

You will exit the “Function” screen.

MEMO

• The settings you edit will return to their original state when you turn o the power.

• By using the “Memory Backup” function, you can have these settings be retained even while the power is turned o. For details, refer to “Storing Your Settings (memory backup)” (p. 12).

Headphones 3D Ambience (*1)

Master Tuning (*1)

Temperament (*1)

Temperament Key (*1)

Display

Applying a Headphones 3D Ambience Eect to the Piano Sound

You can apply a Headphones 3D Ambience eect which produces the sensation that the sound is emanating from the piano itself even when using headphones.

Matching the Pitch with Other Instruments

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.

Changing the Tuning Method

there were a wide variety of other tuning systems in existence. By playing in the temperament that was in use when a composition was created, you

can experience the sonorities of chords originally intended for that song.

REFERENCE

For details, refer to “Temperaments” (p. 49).

Specifying a Song’s Tonic

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 “Do” for a major key or to “La” for a minor key).

If you choose an equal temperament, there’s no need to select a temperament key.

Turning On/O the Display

You can turn on/o the HPi-50e’s display.

Display Brightness

Input Volume

Adjusting the Display’s Brightness

You can adjust the brightness of the HPi-50e’s display.

MEMO

This setting is automatically saved in the HPi-50e.

Adjusting the Volume of an Audio Playback Device

You can adjust the volume of an audio playback device that’s connected to the Input jack.

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Various Settings

Indication Explanation

Playing Back an Audio File with Its Central Sound Minimized

Center Cancel

You can minimize the playback of sounds located in the center of the sound eld (e.g., vocals or melody instruments) of the selected audio le or music from a digital audio player connected to the Input jack.

* For some songs, sounds located in the center might not disappear completely, or the tone quality of the sound might be aected.

MEMO

Transposing an Audio File (Audio Transpose)

Audio Transpose

The selected audio le and the sound of a digital audio player connected to the Input jack can both be transposed for playback.

* For some songs, an audio transpose setting other than 0 may aect the tone quality of the sound.

MEMO

Changing the Pitch of the Tone in Octave Steps

Octave Shift

You can change the pitch of the Tone 2 in Dual Play (p. 21) and Lower tone in Split Play (p. 22) 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.

Selecting the Format for Recording

You can choose whether to record as SMF or as audio.

Recording Mode

MEMO

SMF

Audio The recording will be made as audio data. The recorded song can be used in your computer.

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You can also turn the Center Cancel function on/o by pressing the [Right] button.

You can also change this setting by holding down the [Transpose] button and using the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons.

You can also switch the recording mode by holding down the [ ] (Rec) button and using the [ ] [ ] buttons.

SMF parts will be recorded separately. This allows you to re-record just a single part, or to overdub dierent parts.

Mix Recording

Save Song

Copy Song

Delete Song

Format Media

Right Pedal

(*1)

Choosing the Recording Method for Overdub-Recording

You can choose how the previously recorded performance will be handled when you overdub.

O The previously recorded performance will be erased as the new performance is recorded (Replace Recording).

Here’s how to rename a song you’ve saved.

REFERENCE

The previously recorded performance will be kept, and the new performance will be added to it (Mix Recording).

For details, refer to “Saving a Song” (p. 38).

Copying a Saved Song

A song you’ve saved to Favorite can be copied to a USB ash drive. Alternatively, a song saved to a USB ash drive can be copied to Favorite.

Deleting a Saved Song

You can delete a saved song from Favorite or a USB ash drive.

Initializing the Memory

You can delete all songs from Favorite or a separately sold USB ash drive.

NOTE

• Once an initialization is performed, all songs that have been saved in Favorite (internal memory) or USB ash drive will be erased. The erased data cannot be recovered, so we recommend that you check the contents of memory before you proceed.

• If you’re using new USB ash drive (sold separately) with the HPi-50e for the rst time, you’ll need to initialize (format) the USB ash drive before using it. The HPi-50e can’t use USB ash drive that has not been initialized.

Changing How the Pedal Eects Are Applied

When you press the damper pedal during Dual play or Split play, the pedal eect is normally applied to both tones, but you can also select the tone to which the eect is to be applied.

Right & Left All enabled

Right Applied only to the Tone 1 (in dual mode)/Right-hand Tone (in split mode)

Left Applied only to the Tone 2 (in dual mode)/Left-hand Tone (in split mode)

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(*1) This parameter can be saved by the “Memory Backup” operation (p. 12).

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Various Settings

Indication Explanation

Center Pedal

Left Pedal

For details of the procedure on setting up the Function mode, refer to p. 54

Changing How the Pedals Work (Center Pedal)

When you turn on the power, the center pedal functions as the sostenuto pedal (p. 16). You can change the function of the pedal to a variety of other operations.

Sostenuto Sets function to sostenuto pedal.

Play/Stop

Tap Tempo The tempo can be specied by pressing the pedal twice at the desired timing.

Page Fwd Pressing the pedal will advance you to the next page of notation.

Layer

Octave

Fill In

Leading Bass

The pedal will have the same function as the [

Pressing the pedal will layer on Tone 2, used for Dual play.

* The Layer function can be applied only when using Dual play.

Pressing the pedal will layer on a sound one octave higher.

* The Octave function cannot be applied while using Twin Piano, Dual play, or Split play.

Pressing the pedal will add a ll-in to the rhythm performance.

* This will work only while rhythm is playing.

Pressing the pedal will cause the lowest note of the chord you press during rhythm performance to be sounded.

Normally, the root of the chord you press will be sounded.

* This will work only while rhythm is playing.

] (Play/Stop) button.

Changing How the Pedals Work (Left Pedal)

When you turn on the power, the left pedal functions as the soft pedal (p. 16). You can change the function of the pedal to a variety of other operations.

Soft Sets function to soft pedal.

Play/Stop

Tap Tempo The tempo can be specied by pressing the pedal twice at the desired timing.

Page BWD Pressing the pedal will return you to the previous page of notation.

Layer

Octave

Fill In

Leading Bass

The pedal will have the same function as the [

Pressing the pedal will layer on Tone 2, used for Dual play.

* The Layer function can be applied only when using Dual play.

Pressing the pedal will layer on a sound one octave higher.

* The Octave function cannot be applied while using Twin Piano, Dual play, or Split play.

Pressing the pedal will add a ll-in to the rhythm performance.

* This will work only while rhythm is playing.

Pressing the pedal will cause the lowest note of the chord you press during rhythm performance to be sounded.

Normally, the root of the chord you press will be sounded.

* This will work only while rhythm is playing.

] (Play/Stop) button.

User Program Pedal Shift

User Program

Load User Program

Save User Program

Copy User Program

Delete User Program

Using a Pedal to Switch User Programs

You can use a pedal to switch sequentially through User Programs. If you’ve saved your User Programs in the order in which you want to select them, you can call up the setup for the next song simply

by pressing a pedal.

* The pedal to which this function is assigned will no longer perform its originally assigned function (p. 51).

O The pedal will not switch User Programs.

Left Pedal The left pedal will switch User Programs.

Center Pedal The center pedal will switch User Programs.

The current tone button selections and the rhythm settings can be saved as a User Program.

REFERENCE

You can call up a previously saved User Program.

REFERENCE

Forty User Programs stored in the HPi-50e can be saved together as a “User Program Set” to Favorites or to a USB ash drive.

REFERENCE

A user program set saved on a USB ash drive can be copied to Favorites of the HPi-50e. Conversely, a user program set saved in Favorites can be copied to a USB ash drive.

REFERENCE

A set of User Programs can be deleted from Favorites or from the USB ash drive.

REFERENCE

For details, refer to “Writing a User Program” (p. 51).

For details, refer to “Calling Up a User Program” (p. 51).

For details, refer to “Managing User Programs” (p. 52).

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Various Settings

Indication Explanation

Piano Setup Import

Piano Setup Export

Loading/Saving Piano Setups

The HPi-50e lets you load a piano setup that you’ve saved on a USB ash drive, or save your piano setup to a USB ash drive.

REFERENCE

Preventing Doubled Notes When Connected to a Sequencer

When you have a MIDI sequencer connected via USB, set this parameter to Local O.

Since most sequencers have their Thru function turned on, notes you play on the keyboard may be sounded in duplicate, or get dropped. To prevent this, you can enable the “Local O” setting so that the keyboard and

Local Control

internal sound generator will be disconnected.

O

MIDI Transmit Channel Settings

MIDI Tx Channel (*1)

This setting species the MIDI channel on which the HPi-50e will transmit. MIDI uses sixteen “MIDI channels,” which are numbered 1 through 16. By connecting MIDI devices (USB MIDI) and specifying the appropriate MIDI channel for each device, you can play or select sounds on those devices.

The HPi-50e will receive all sixteen channels (1–16).

For details, refer to “Loading/Saving Piano Setups” (p. 53).

Local Control

USB MIDI

Sound Generator

Local Control is on. The keyboard and composer are connected to the internal sound generator.

Local Control is o. The keyboard and composer are disconnected from the internal sound generator. Playing the keyboard will

not produce sound.

USB MIDI Out

MIDI

Sequencer

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USB Driver

USB Memory Mode

Visual Control Mode

Changing the USB Driver Settings

Normally, you don’t need to install a driver in order to connect the HPi-50e to your computer. However, if some problem occurs, or if the performance is poor, using the Roland original driver may solve the

problem. In this case setting “USB Driver” to “Original” on the HPi-50e, install the driver on your personal computer. After changing this setting, you need to turn o the HPi-50e, then turn it back on again.

MEMO

For details on downloading and installing the Roland original driver, refer to the Roland website. Roland website:

http://www.roland.com/

Generic

Original Choose this if you want to use a USB driver downloaded from the Roland website.

This setting is automatically saved in the HPi-50e.

Choose this if you want to use the standard USB driver that was included with your computer. Normally, you should use this mode.

Changing the USB Flash Drive Setting

In some cases, when USB ash drive is connected to the USB memory port, it may take longer for data to be loaded, or data may fail to be loaded successfully. If this occurs, you may be able to solve the problem by changing the USB Memory Mode setting.

When the unit left the factory, this was set to “Mode 2” Normally, there is no need to make this setting.

MEMO

This setting is automatically saved in the HPi-50e.

Controlling Video Equipment

Visual Control is a function that lets you control images along with your performance. If you’ve set Visual Control mode to MIDI VISUAL CONTROL or V-LINK, playing the keyboard of HPi-50e will control the images produced by the Visual Control device connected to HPi-50e using a USB cable.

REFERENCE

O Visual Control is o.

MIDI VISUAL CONTROL

V-LINK V-LINK mode is selected.

For details, refer to “What is MIDI Visual Control?” (p. 58) and “What is V-LINK?” (p. 58).

MIDI Visual Control mode is selected.

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MEMO

(*1) This parameter can be saved by the “Memory Backup” operation (p. 12).

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Various Settings

Indication Explanation

For details of the procedure on setting up the Function mode, refer to p. 54

Visual Control Tx Channel

Volume Limit (*1)

Language

Auto O

Wireless

Memory Backup

Factory Reset

Specifying the Visual Control Channel

Here’s how to specify the channel on which messages used to control video will be sent.

Specifying the Maximum Volume

You can specify the maximum volume setting. This will prevent undesirably high volumes even if the [Volume] slider are operated unintentionally.

20, 40, 60 ,80, 100

Specifying the Screen Display Language

You can change the language that’s displayed in the screen.

English, Français, Deutsch, Italian, Spanish, Nederland,

With the factory settings, the unit’s power will automatically be switched o 30 minutes after you stop playing or operating the unit. If you don’t want the power to turn o automatically, change the “Auto O” setting to “O ” as follows.

MEMO

Time ( Auto O )” (p. 52).

By inserting the wireless USB Adapter (WNA1100-RL; sold separately) into the HPi-50e’s USB memory port, you’ll be able to use wirelesscompatible applications (such as the “Piano Partner” iPad app).

REFERENCE

The HPi-50e’s settings will return to their default settings when you turn o the power, but you can store these settings so that they will retain the changes you made even after the power is turned o, then on again.

REFERENCE

This setting is automatically saved in the HPi-50e. For details, refer to “Making the Power Automatically Turn O After a

For details, refer to “About the Wireless LAN Function” (p. 59).

For details, refer to “Storing Your Settings (memory backup)” (p. 12).

(Japanese)

Restoring the Factory Settings

When you execute the “Factory Reset” function, the settings you’ve edited in Function mode will be restored to their factory-set state.

NOTE

MEMO

If you want to erase Favorite or USB ash drive, “Initializing the Memory” (p. 55).

When you execute “Factory Reset,” all stored settings will be erased and returned to the factory settings.

This function will not erase the songs from Favorite (internal memory) or USB ash drive (sold separately).

What is MIDI Visual Control?

MIDI Visual Control is an internationally-used recommended practice that was added to the MIDI specication so that visual expression could be linked with musical performance. Video equipment that is compatible with MIDI Visual Control can be connected to electronic musical instruments via MIDI in order to control video equipment in tandem with a performance.

What is V-LINK?

V-LINK is Roland’s proprietary specication that allows visual expression to be linked with musical performance. Video equipment that is compatible with V-LINK can be connected to electronic musical instruments, making it easy to enjoy a variety of visual eects that are linked with the performance.

Connection examples

Connect a USB cable from this unit’s USB port (p. 17) to the USB port of your Visual Control compatible device.

* You’ll need a commercially available USB cable in order to connect this unit to a device that supports Visual Control.

Visual control function chart

Playing the lowest 12 keys of this unit (A0–G#1) will transmit the following MIDI messages.

Visual Control function

Switch images

MEMO

(*1) This parameter can be saved by the “Memory Backup” operation (p. 12).

Transmitted MIDI message

CC 0 (Bank Select): 0–4 Play black keys

Program Change: 1–7 Play white keys

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What Is Wireless LAN Function?

iPad etc.

Items required to use the wireless LAN function

F Wireless USB Adapter (sold separately: WNA1100-RL) *4 F Wireless LAN access point (e.g., wireless LAN router) *1 *2 *3 F iPad etc.

*1 The wireless LAN access point you use must support WPS. If

your wireless LAN access point does not support WPS, you can connect using the procedure described in “Connecting to a Wireless LAN Access Point That You Select (Select AP)” (p. 60).

*2 The ability to connect with all kinds of wireless LAN access

points is not guaranteed.

*3 If you’re unable to connect to the wireless LAN access point, try

connecting using Ad-Hoc mode (p. 61).

*4 In some countries, the Wireless USB Adapter is not sold due to

regulations concerning radio-frequency equipment. For information on whether the Wireless USB Adapter can be used in your country, please contact the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

Wireless LAN access point

(e.g., wireless LAN router)

Wireless USB Adapter (sold separately: WNA1100-RL)

Wireless LAN Wireless LAN

HPi-50e

3. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select “Wireless,” and

press the cursor [ ] button.

4. Press the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the “Connect

By WPS,” then press the [ ] button.

“Press the WPS button on your Wireless Access Point. Then push [Circle] to setup connection,” will appear.

5. Perform the WPS operation on your wireless LAN access

point (e.g., press the WPS button on your wireless LAN access point).

For details on WPS operation of your wireless LAN access point, refer to the documentation for your wireless LAN access point.

6. Press the [ ] button of the HPi-50e.

Once successfully connected, “Completed” will appear. Press the [×] button to return to the wireless screen.

7. Press the [Key Touch] or [Transpose] button to exit

Function mode.

NOTE

* The device (e.g., iPad) running the app must be connected to

the same network.

MEMO

• The connection data is stored in memory when you perform the WPS procedure; the device will automatically connect to the wireless network the next time.

• All connection data will be erased if you perform a factory reset.

Icons in the display

The status of the wireless LAN will be indicated in the upperleft part of the display.

Icon Explanation

Currently connected to the wireless LAN access point. Three bars are used to indicate the signal level (the strength of the connected wireless LAN access point’s radio signal).

The wireless USB adapter is inserted, but not connected with a wireless LAN access point.

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Basic Connection Method (Connect by WPS)

The rst time you connect the HPi-50e to a wireless network, you’ll need to perform the following procedure (WPS) to join the wireless network.

This procedure is required only the rst time. (Once you’ve joined the network, this procedure will no longer be necessary.)

What is WPS?

This is a standard that makes it easy to make security settings when connecting to a wireless LAN access point. We recommend that you use WPS when connecting to a wireless LAN access point.

1. Insert the wireless USB Adapter (WNA1100-RL; sold

separately) into the HPi-50e’s USB memory port.

2. While holding down the [Key Touch] button, press the

[Transpose] button.

The “Function” screen will appear.

The wireless USB adapter is not inserted (nothing is displayed).

Ad-Hoc mode (p. 61).

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About the Wireless LAN Function

Wireless LAN Function Settings

You can view or edit the wireless settings.

Basic Operation

1. While holding down the [Key Touch] button, press the

[Transpose] button.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select “Wireless,” and

press the cursor [ ] button.

3. Press the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select menu, then

press the [ ] button.

Menu Explanation

Connect By WPS Connection will be made using WPS.

Select Access Point

Option Make settings for Wireless ID or Ad-Hoc mode (p. 61).

In the explanations that follow, procedures will be indicated using arrows, like this: “Wireless” g “Connect By WPS.”

Status Indication

Once you’re in the wireless screen, the status will be displayed, allowing you to conrm the details concerning the wireless LAN.

Display Explanation

Access Point

Now Connecting

Not Connected

Not Available The wireless USB adapter is not inserted.

Ad-Hoc SSID

Connection will be made to the wireless LAN device you specify.

Currently connected to the wireless LAN access point.

The identier (name) of the connected wireless LAN access point is shown.

A connection with the wireless LAN access point is being established.

The wireless USB adapter is inserted, but not connected to a wireless LAN access point.

Ad-Hoc mode (p. 61). The Ad-Hoc SSID, Ad-Hoc key, and IP address will be

displayed. For details, refer to “Connecting in Ad-Hoc mode”

(p. 61).

Connecting to a Wireless LAN Access Point That You Select (Select AP)

This method lets you connect by choosing a wireless LAN access point from the list that is displayed.

* Wireless standards 802.11g/n (2.4 GHz) and authentication

methods WPA/WPA2 are supported.

1. Choose “Wireless” g “Select Access Point,” and press the

[ ] button.

The Select Access Point screen will appear.

• An “*” symbol is shown for the currently-connected wireless LAN access point.

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the wireless

LAN system to which you want to connect, and press the [ ] button.

• You will be connected to the selected wireless LAN access point.

• If you’re using this wireless LAN access point for the rst time, you’ll proceed to the authorization (Passphrase) screen.

• If this is a wireless LAN access point to which you have connected in the past, just press the [

be connected. Once successfully connected, “Completed” will appear.

Press [×] button to return to the wireless screen.

Passphrase screen

3. Enter the security code (passphrase) of your wireless LAN

access point, and press the [ ] button.

How to enter characters

Use the cursor [ you want to specify a character. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to change the character.

* You cannot enter a space at the end of the passphrase.

When connection has succeeded, the screen will indicate “Connected.” Press the [×] button to return to the wireless screen.

4. Press the [Key Touch] or [Transpose] button to exit

Function mode.

] [ ] buttons to select the position at which

] button and you’ll

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About the Wireless LAN Function

Other Settings (Option)

Make settings for Wireless ID or Ad-Hoc mode.

1. Select “Wireless” g “Option.”

2. Press the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select the parameter

that you want to change.

3. Press the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to edit the value of the

setting.

Parameter Explanation

Species the nal digits of the and Ad-Hoc SSID (HPi-50) that will be shown as the instrument in the wirelessly connected app.

Normally, you should specify “0,” but if you have more than one of the same instrument, you can set the Wireless

Wireless ID

Ad-Hoc Mode Turns Ad-Hoc mode on/o.

Ad-Hoc Ch.

ID in the range of 1–99 to change the device name and Ad-Hoc SSID for each instrument, as follows.

If Wireless ID=0, “HPi-50” (default value) If Wireless ID=1, “HPi-50_1”

If Wireless ID=99, “HPi-50_99”

Species the channel (1–11) for Ad-Hoc mode. Normally, you won’t need to change the channel.

Try changing the channel only if you have problems connecting.

HPi-50e

’s device name

1. Select “Wireless” g “Option.”

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select “Ad-Hoc Mode,”

and press the cursor [ ] button to turn Ad-Hoc mode “ON.”

* If you want to turn it o, press the cursor [ ] button.

3. Press the [×] button to return to the wireless screen.

4. When Ad-Hoc mode is selected, the Ad-Hoc SSID (HPi-50),

Ad-Hoc key (a ve-character text string), and IP address will be displayed.

MEMO

• The Ad-Hoc SSID (HPi-50) will be the value that you specied in the option screen “Wireless ID” setting.

• The Ad-Hoc SSID and the Ad-Hoc key can also be veried in the status screen.

5. On the iPad or other wireless device that you want to

connect, select the Ad-Hoc SSID shown in the above screen to make the connection. (For example, on an iPad,

choose [Settings]

g [Wi-Fi] g [Choose a Network] to

select the above Ad-Hoc SSID (HPi-50). A password entry screen will appear; enter the above Ad-Hoc key.)

For details on how to connect to a wireless LAN from an iPad or other device, refer to the owner’s manual of that device.

6. Press the [Key Touch] or [Transpose] button to exit

Function mode.

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Connecting in Ad-Hoc mode

Here’s how to connect in Ad-Hoc mode.

What is Ad-Hoc mode?

Ad-Hoc mode lets you connect the HPi-50e directly to an iPad or other wireless device without using a wireless LAN access point. This is a convenient way to use the HPi-50e with an iPad or other wireless device if you’re in a location where the wireless LAN access point you normally use is unavailable, such as when you’re away from home.

iPad etc.

Wireless LAN

Limitations

The iPad or other wireless device connected in Ad-Hoc mode will be unable to communicate with the Internet or with another wireless device. However, an iPad or other wireless device that has cellular capability will be able to connect to the Internet via the cellular connection.

Please be aware that if you use a cellular connection for Internet connectivity, you may incur costs depending on your rate plan.

HPi-50e

Wireless USB Adapter (sold

separately: WNA1100-RL)

7. When you have nished the Ad-Hoc mode connection,

restore the iPad settings in [Settings] a Network] to their previous state.

g [Wi-Fi] g [Choose

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Troubleshooting

Problem Cause/Action Page

Even though you’re using headphones and the sound is muted, a thumping sound is heard when you play the keyboard

Power turns o on its own

Power does not turn on

Screen display is irregular when power is turned on/o

Pedal does not work, or is “stuck”

Unable to read from/write to USB ash drive

“Buzz” is heard from external devices

The volume level of the instrument connected to Input jack is too low.

No sound

No sound when you play back a song

No sound from the left most notes of the keyboard

Notes don’t sound right

Pitch of the keyboard or song is incorrect

Not all the notes you play are sounded

Sounds are heard twice (doubled) when the keyboard is played

Eect does not apply

Reverberation remains even if You defeat the Ambience eect

The sound of the higher notes suddenly changes from a certain key

The unit uses a hammer action keyboard in order to simulate an acoustic piano’s playing touch as realistically as possible. For this reason, you’ll hear the hammers thump when you play the keyboard, just as you would when playing an acoustic piano.

Since this unit allows you to adjust its volume, you might notice the sound of the hammers in certain situations, but this does not indicate a malfunction. If vibration transmitted to the oor or walls is a concern, you may be able to minimize the vibration by moving the piano away from the wall, or by laying down a commercially available anti-vibration mat designed for use with pianos.

When 30 minutes have elapsed since you last played or operated this unit, the power will turn o automatically. (This is the factory setting).

If you don’t need the power to turn o automatically, turn the “Auto O ” setting “OFF.” Is the AC adaptor connected correctly? p. 72 Could you have turned the power on again immediately after turning the power o? Allow an interval of at least ve seconds before turning the power on again. Since the unit uses a liquid-crystal display, you may nd that it is unable to display letters or other things in environments where

temperatures go below 0 degrees Celsius (32 degrees Fahrenheit). Is the pedal connected correctly? Plug the cable rmly into the pedal connector. If you disconnect the pedal cord from the unit while the power is on, the pedal eect may remain “stuck” in the On condition. You must power-o the unit before connecting or disconnecting the pedal cord. Could you have changed how the pedal eect is applied? If the damper pedal part is set to “R,” the pedal will apply only to the right tone; if it is set to “L,” the pedal will apply only to the left tone. Could Twin Piano be turned on? If Twin Piano is on, the right pedal will aect only the right-hand keyboard zone and the left pedal will aect only the left-hand keyboard

zone. Could you have changed the function of the pedal? If you’ve reassigned the function of the center pedal, this pedal will not operate as the sostenuto pedal. Are you using (optional) Roland USB ash drive? Reliable performance cannot be guaranteed if you use non-Roland USB ash drive products. If you are unable to read or write USB ash drive successfully, change the USB memory mode. p. 57 Are the external devices connected to more than one AC power outlet? If you connect external devices, be sure to connect them to the same AC outlet. Could the Input volume be set to “0”? p. 54 Raise the volume of the connected device. – Could you be using a connection cable that contains a resistor? Use a connection cable that does not contain a resistor.

Could the unit’s volume or the volume of the connected equipment be turned down? p. 19 Could headphones be connected? Could there be a plug inserted in a headphone jack? The speakers will not produce sound if headphones or plug are connected to the headphone jacks. Has Local Control been set to “OFF”? When Local Control is set to “OFF,” no sound is produced by playing the keyboard. Set Local Control to “ON.” Could Twin Piano mode be set to “2”? If headphones are connected when Twin Piano is ON and the mode is set to “2,” notes played in the left-hand keyboard zone will not

be heard from the headphones connected to the right Phones jack. Similarly, notes played in the right-hand keyboard zone will not be heard from the headphones connected to the left Phones jack.

Has Local Control been set to “OFF”? When Local Control is set to “OFF,” no sound is produced by playing the song. Set Local Control to “ON.” Could the Visual Control mode be set to “MIDI VISUAL CONTROL” or” VLNK”? If the Visual Control mode is set to “MIDI VISUAL CONTROL” or “VLNK,” the lowest 12 keys of the keyboard (A0–G#1) are used to control

images; they will not produce sound.

Could you have made Transpose settings?

Is the Master Tune setting appropriate? p. 54 Is the setting for the Temperament correct? p. 54 If stretch tuning is “ON,” the piano will be tuned in a unique way; notes in the piano’s upper range will be tuned slightly sharper, while

notes in the lower range will be tuned slightly lower. For this reason, certain pitches may seem to be o, but this is actually the way that an acoustic piano should sound.

The maximum simultaneous polyphony is 128 voices. If you are playing along with a song and making heavy use of the damper pedal, the number of notes the unit is attempting to produce may exceed the maximum polyphony, meaning that some of the notes will drop out.

Is the unit in Dual play? p. 21 When the unit is connected to an external sequencer, set the Local Control to o. Alternatively, the sequencer could be set so its Soft Thru

feature is O. When you are using Dual play or Split play, and dierent eects are specied for the two selected tones, the eect will not be applied to

Tone 2 (when using Dual play) or the left-hand tone (when using Split play). The unit’s piano sound faithfully simulates the depth and resonance of an acoustic piano, and this may give the impression of reverbera-

tion even if you’ve defeated the Ambience eect. Also, you may be able to eliminate some reverberation by reducing the value set for “Cabinet Resonance.” On an acoustic piano, the approximately one and a half octaves of notes at the top of the keyboard will continue sounding regardless of

the damper pedal. These notes also have a somewhat dierent tonal character. The unit faithfully simulate this characteristic of acoustic pianos. On the unit, the range that is unaected by the damper pedal will change according to the key transpose setting.

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Troubleshooting

Problem Cause/Action Page

If you hear this in headphones:

Piano sounds that have a brilliant and crisp character contain substantial a metallic ringing has been added. This is because the character of malfunction.

This sound can be adjusted by modifying the following settings.

High-pitched ringing is heard

Low notes sound wrong, or are buzzy

Song does not play correctly

Only the sound of a particular instrument in a song does not play

Sound is heard from a muted part

Song volume is low / Volume diers between recording and playback

Can’t play back a song saved in USB ash drive

Song tempo becomes unstable When playing a song from USB ash drive, the tempo may become unstable if there is an excessive amount of performance data. –

Song name in USB ash drive is not shown

Can’t record / play back Can’t record audio Is a USB ash drive connected to the USB memory port? –

Tone quality of the piano sound changes when you record a performance as audio

The recorded performance disappeared

Problems when connecting to a wireless LAN

Cannot connect to wireless LAN

“Error : 46” appears on the display and the HPi-50e cannot connect to the wireless LAN access point

Connection is unstable

• String Resonance (p. 48)

• Ambience (p. 24)

• Duplex Scale (p. 48)

If you don’t hear this in headphones:

It is likely that there is some other reason (such as resonances within the unit). Please contact your dealer or a nearby Roland service center.

If you set the volume to the maximum setting, the sound may be distorted depending on how you perform. If this occurs, turn down the volume. If you don’t hear this in headphones: Performing at high volumes may cause the speakers or objects near the unit to resonate. Fluorescent lights or glass doors may also

resonate sympathetically. In particular, this is more likely to occur for lower notes and higher volumes. You can take the following measures to minimize resonances.

• Locate the speakers 10–15 cm (4–6 inch) away from walls or other surfaces.

• Keep the volume down.

• Move away from the objects that are resonating. If you hear this in headphones:

It is likely that there is some other reason. Please contact your dealer or a nearby Roland service center.

Could a part be muted? If the button indicator is out, the music on that part is not heard. Press the part button so the indicator is illuminated. Could the part mute volume be set to other than “0”? If you set this to “0,” the sound of a muted part will be completely inaudible.

Could the Song Balance volume be lowered? p. 33

Could the Audio les of the format be played? Audio les of the following format can be played back.

• File extension “.WAV”

• 16-bit linear

• “44.1 kHz” sampling rate Is the lename extension “.MID”? Files with other lename extensions cannot be handled as song data.

The song name will not be shown if the song information in the le is empty or consists only of spaces. – Is the lename extension “.MID”? Files with other lename extensions cannot be handled as song data.

Thanks to its multiple number of speakers, each of which can be used to play a dierent portion of the overall sound, the unit is capable of producing piano sounds that possess great depth and seem to have three-dimensional presence.

Such eects are produced when you play something on the keyboard, or when you play back a song that’s been recorded as an SMF. However, when you make an audio recording, the song will consist of two channels (stereo), and such eects cannot be reproduced.

Your recorded performance will disappear if you switch o the unit’s power or select a song. There is no way to recover the lost performance. Before you turn o the power, save your recorded performance in the internal memory

or the USB ash drive.

• Check that your wireless LAN access point supports the WPS standard. If your wireless LAN access point does not support WPS, connect using the procedure described in “Connecting to a Wireless LAN Access Point That You Select (Select AP)” (p. 60).

• The HPi-50e does not support the 802.11a and 802.11b wireless standards. Please use 802.11g or 802.11n (both at 2.4 GHz).

• WEP authentication is not supported. Please use WPA or WPA2 authentication.

• Be sure that your wireless LAN access point is set to use DHCP.

• If the HPi-50e cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point that it previously could connect to, make sure the “Connecting in Ad-Hoc mode” (p. 61) setting is set to “OFF.”

• You may not be able to connect to the wireless network depending on the condition of the wireless signal. In this case, refer to the procedure described in “About the Wireless LAN Function” (p. 59) and try selecting and connecting to the wireless LAN access point again.

• The HPi-50e remembers a limited amount of information about network connections. Once the limit is reached, data from new connections may overwrite older data. All connection data will be erased if you perform a factory reset. If network connection information is erased, repeat the connection procedure and connect again.

The access point is not supported. Please use WPA or WPA2 authentication. p. 59

Wireless communications may be unstable if the condition of the wireless signal is poor. If the wireless communications are unstable, responsiveness may deteriorate and audio drop-outs may occur. The following may solve the trouble.

• Move the HPi-50e and the wireless LAN access point closer to each other.

• Change the channel setting on the wireless LAN access point.

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Settings

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Troubleshooting

Problem Cause/Action Page

• Is the HPi-50e turned on?

The HPi-50e does not appear among the instruments connected to your application (such as Piano Partner for iPhone)

The iPhone cannot connect to the Internet

Limitations regarding audio les

• Ambience will not be applied to audio les (p. 24).

• Audio data cannot be saved in the HPi-50e’s internal memory. In order to record audio, you must connect a USB ash drive (sold separately) (p. 17).

• The part mute function cannot be used for audio le playback (p. 34).

• Audio les cannot be copied.

• Is a wireless USB adapter (WNA1100-RL) connected to the HPi-50e’s USB Memory port?

• Is the HPi-50e connected to the wireless LAN?

• Are the HPi-50e and the iPhone connected to the same network (i.e., the same wireless LAN access point)?

• Is the wireless LAN access point set to allow communication among the devices connected to it? Refer to the wireless LAN’s documentation for information about the relevant settings.

• Is the wireless LAN access point connected to the Internet?

• Could you be connected in Ad-Hoc mode? The iPhone or other wireless device connected in Ad-Hoc mode will be unable to communicate with the Internet or with another wireless device. However, an iPhone or other wireless device that has cellular capability will be able to connect to the Internet via the cellular connection. Please be aware that if you use a cellular connection for Internet connectivity, you may incur costs depending on your rate plan.

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Error Messages

Indication Meaning

Error 1

Error 2

Error 10

Error 11

Error 14

Error 15 The le is unreadable. The data format is not compatible with the unit.

Error 16

Error 18

Error 30 The internal memory capacity of the unit is full.

Error 40

Error 43

Error 46

Error 51

Error 65

You can only read the music le. It can not be saved.

An error occurred during writing. The external media may be corrupted. Insert other external media and try again. Alternatively, you can initialize the external media. The external media’s protect tab may be in the “Protect” (writing prohibited) position may not yet be initialized.

No external media is inserted. Insert the external media and try again.

There is not sucient free memory in the save destination. Either insert other external media or delete unneeded les and try again.

An error occurred during reading. The external media may be corrupted. Insert other external media and try again. Alternatively, you can initialize the external media.

Data was not called up in time for playback of the song. After waiting several seconds, you may be able to play back the song by pressing the [

This audio format is not supported. Please use 44.1 kHz 16-bit linear WAV format audio les.

The HPi-50e cannot deal with the excessive MIDI data sent from the USB MIDI. Reduce the amount of MIDI data sent to the HPi-50e.

A MIDI transmission error has occurred. Check the connected USB MIDI device.

This access point is not compatible. Use WPA/WPA2 authentication methods.

There may be a problem with the system. Repeat the procedure from the beginning. If it is not solved after you have tried several times, contact the Roland service center.

The USB ash drive connector was subjected to excessive current. Make sure that there is no problem with the external media, then turn the power o, then on again.

] (Play/Stop) button again.

* External media: USB ash drive

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Tone List

Piano

No. Tone name Explanation

This is the sound of a splendid concert grand piano. It is the

1 ConcertPiano

2 UprightPiano

3 MagicalPiano

4 Piano + Str.

5 RagtimePiano

6 Bright Piano

7 Piano+Choir

8 Harpsichord

9 MellowUprght

10 Fortepiano

11 BalladePiano

12 Piano + Pad

13 Mellow Forte

14 Harpsi 8'+4'

15 BrightUprght

16 Dolcechord

17 Pure Piano

18 Rock Piano

19 Bright Forte

most highly recommended piano tone, and can be used for any musical style.

The sound of an upright piano. The sound will feel closer to you.

This is a charming sound that layers a synth bell with ConcertPiano.

This sound layers strings with ConcertPiano.

This is a honky-tonk piano sound, ideal for playing ragtime.

This is the sound of a bright grand piano, ideal when you want the piano to stand out in an ensemble.

This sound layers a choir with ConcertPiano.

This is the delicate sound of a keyboard instrument widely used in Baroque music.

A mellow upright piano sound.

This is the sound of an early piano, with a somewhat dierent timbre than a modern piano.

This is a mellow grand piano sound, suitable for relaxed songs.

This sound layers a pad with ConcertPiano.

This is a mellow fortepiano sound.

This sound layers a harpsichord with a sound one octave higher.

A brilliant upright piano sound.

This is a fantasy-like sound that can be heard either as a piano or as a harpsichord.

This is a grand piano sound with a clear and transparent tone. When using headphones, it will sound the same as ConcertPiano.

This is a strong and robust piano sound, ideal for boogie-woogie.

This is a brilliant fortepiano sound.

E. Piano

No. Tone name Explanation

This is the sound of an electric piano with a tremolo eect

1 Tremolo EP

2 E.Grand

3 Pop E.Piano

4 Vintage EP

5 Clav.

6 FM E.Piano

7 Stage Phaser

8 '60s E.Piano

9 EP Belle

10 '70s E.Piano

applied. Since the speed of the tremolo will change according to the tempo, it will match the feel of your song.

This is the sound of an electric piano with a sound-producing mechanism similar to that of an acoustic piano. It has a strong attack with a somewhat dierent character than a conventional electric piano.

This is a distinctively sharp sound with a clear metallic attack, particularly good for fusion styles.

This is a classic electric piano sound that can be used with any musical style.

This is the sound of an electric clavichord, ideal for percussive playing, and particularly good for funk.

This is the sound of an FM electric piano reminiscent of the 1980s. It is especially good for ballades.

This is the sound of an electric piano with a phaser eect applied.

This is the sound of an electric piano that used vibrating reeds to produce sound, distinctive for its mellow tone. It is ideal for classic pop and rock songs of the past.

This is a sparkling electric piano sound. It is recommended for playing melody lines or memorable phrases.

This is the sound of an electric piano that produced sound by striking metal bars with hammers. It has a distinctively hard sound.

Operation Guide Before You Play Performing Lessons Practicing Recording Piano Designer

Strings/Other

No. Tone name

Vibraphone

1 Vibraphone

2 Marimba

3 Celesta

4 Mallet Isle

5 Ballad Bells

6 Morning Lite

Strings

1 SymphonicStr

2 Epic Strings

3 Violin

4 Rich Strings

5 PizzicatoStr

6 OrchestraStr

7 Harp

8 Orchestra

9 Velo Strings

10 Cello

11 DecayStrings

No. Tone name

Organ

1 Pipe Organ

2 Nason t 8'

3 Combo Jz.Org

4 Ballad Organ

5 Accordion

6 Gospel Spin

7 ChurchOrgan1

8 Light Organ

9 Full Stops

10 Mellow Bars

11 Lower Organ

12 ChurchOrgan2

13 '60s Organ

Voice

1 Jazz Scat

2 SymphonicCho

3 Beauty Vox

4 Angels Choir

5 Male Aahs

6 Aerial Choir

7 Decay Choir

No. Tone name

8 Female Aahs

9 Thum Voice

Pad

1 Soft Pad

2 Harpvox

3 Glass Pad

4 Lunar Strngs

5 Dcy ChoirPad

Guitar/Bass

1 Nylon-str.Gt

2 Steel-str.Gt

3 Jazz Guitar

4 AcousticBass

5 A.Bass+Cymbl

6 FingeredBass

Winds

1 ChamberWinds

2 Flute

3 OrchestraBrs

4 Alto Sax

5 BrassSection

6 Tenor Sax

No. Tone name

Drums

1 STANDARD Set

2 ROOM Set

3 POWER Set

4 ELEC.Set

5 ANALOG Set

6 JAZZ Set

7 BRUSH Set

8 ORCH.Set

9 SFX Set

GM2

Accompaniment-use GM2

1~256

tones

Settings

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Internal Song List

No.

Song Title Composer

Masterpiece

1 The Nutcracker “Danse des Mirlitons” Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky

2 The Marriage of Figaro “Overture” Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

3 Sonate No.15 Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

4 Liebesträume 3 Franz Liszt

5 Étude, op.10-3 Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin

6 Je te veux Erik Satie

7 Valse, op.64-1 Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin

8 Barcarolle Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin

9 Zhavoronok

10 Floral Pursuits (*)

11 Sonate für Klavier Nr.23 1 Ludwig van Beethoven

12 Sonate für Klavier Nr.23 2 Ludwig van Beethoven

13 Sonate für Klavier Nr.23 3 Ludwig van Beethoven

14 Valse, op.34-1 Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin

15 Polonaise op.53 Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin

16 Nocturne No.20 Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin

17 Die Forelle

18 Reets dans l’Eau Claude Achille Debussy

19 La Fille aux Cheveux de Lin Claude Achille Debussy

20 La Campanella Franz Liszt

21 Scherzo No.2 Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin

22 Étude, op.10-12 Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin

23 Golliwog’s Cakewalk Claude Achille Debussy

24 Fantaisie-Impromptu Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin

25 Arabesque 1 Claude Achille Debussy

26 An der schönen, blauen Donau Johann Strauss, Sohn

27 Auf Flügeln des Gesanges Felix Mendelssohn

28 Mazurka No.5 Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin

29 Gymnopédie 1 Erik Satie

30 Étude, op.25-1 Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin

31 Clair de Lune Claude Achille Debussy

32 Étude, op.10-5 Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin

33 Dr. Gradus ad Parnassum Claude Achille Debussy

34 Grande Valse Brillante Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin

35 La prière d’une Vierge Tekla Badarzewska

36 Course en Troïka Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky

37 To The Spring Edvard Hagerup Grieg

38 Valse, op.64-2 Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin

39 Radetzky Marsch Johann Baptist Strauss

40 Träumerei Robert Alexander Schumann

41 Moments Musicaux 3 Franz Peter Schubert

42 Prélude, op.28-15 Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin

43 Harmonious Blacksmith Georg Friedrich Händel

44 Ungarische Tänze 5 Johannes Brahms

45 Türkischer Marsch Ludwig van Beethoven

46 Nocturne No.2 Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin

47 Frühlingslied Felix Mendelssohn

48 Präludium Johann Sebastian Bach

49 Jägerlied Felix Mendelssohn

50 Passepied Claude Achille Debussy

51 Für Elise Ludwig van Beethoven

52 Türkischer Marsch Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

53 Ständchen Franz Peter Schubert

54 Humoreske Antonín Dvořák

55 Blumenlied Gustav Lange

Mikhail Ivanovich Glinka, Arranged by Mily Alexeyevich Balakirev

Léo Delibes, Arranged by John Maul

Franz Peter Schubert, Arranged by Franz Liszt

No.

Song Title Composer

56 Alpenglöckchen Theodor Oesten

57 Menuett G dur Ludwig van Beethoven

58 Venezianisches Gondellied Felix Mendelssohn

59 Alpenabendröte Theodor Oesten

60 Farewell to the Piano Ludwig van Beethoven

61 Brautchor Wilhelm Richard Wagner

62 Forget-Me-Not Heinrich Lichner

63 Wiener Marsch Carl Czerny

64 Le Coucou Louis Claude Daquin

65 Menuett G dur Johann Sebastian Bach

66 Spinnerlied Albert Ellmenreich

67 Gavotte François Joseph Gossec

68 Heidenröslein Gustav Lange

69 Zigeuner Tanz Heinrich Lichner

70 La Cinquantaine Gabriel Marie

71 Csikos Post Hermann Necke

72 Dolly’s Dreaming Awakening Theodor Oesten

73 La Violette Louis Streabbog

74 Fröhlicher Landmann Robert Alexander Schumann

75 Sonatine op.36-1 Muzio Clementi

76 Sonatine op.20-1 Friedrich Kuhlau

77 Sonatine No.5 Ludwig van Beethoven

78 Trio Grande (*) John Maul

79 My Pleasure (*) Masashi Hirashita

80 Late Night Chopin (*) John Maul

Selection

• For information concerning the names of the songs in the selection, see “About the Internal Songs (Selection),” which is provided on separate sheet.

Kids

1 Oh! Susanna Stephen Collins Foster

2 De Camptown Races Stephen Collins Foster

3 Red River Valley Traditional American

4 Old Folks at Home Stephen Collins Foster

5 The Other Day I Met a Bear Traditional American

6 Scarborough Fair Traditional British

7 Old MacDonald Had A Farm Traditional Children’s Song

8 Mary Had A Little Lamb E. P. Christy

9 London Bridge Traditional English

10 Twinkle Twinkle, Little Star Traditional Children’s Song

11 Frog Song Traditional

12 Puppy’s March Traditional

13 Little Fox Traditional

14 Lightly Row Traditional

15 The Cuckoo Traditional

16 Grandfather’s Clock Henry Work

17 We Wish You a Merry Christmas Traditional Christmas Carol

18 Jingle Bells James Pierpont

19 Joy To The World Lowell Mason

20 Silent Night, Holy Night Franz Gruber

Beyer

1–106 Beyer 1-106 Ferdinand Beyer

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Internal Song List

No.

Song Title Composer

Burgmüller

1 Openness

2 Arabesque

3 Pastoral

4 A Small Gathering

5 Innocence

6 Progress

7 The Clear Stream

8 Gracefulness

9 The Hunt

10 Tender Flower

11 The Young Shepherdess

12 Farewell

13 Consolation

14 Austrian Dance

15 Ballad

16 Sighing

17 The Chatterbox

18 Restlessness

19 Ave Maria

20 Tarantella

21 Angelic Harmony

22 Gondola Song

23 The Return

24 The Swallow

25 The Knight Errant

Czerny 100

1–100 Czerny 100 Carl Czerny

Czerny 30

1–30 Czerny 30 Carl Czerny

Hanon

1–20 Hanon 1-20 Charles Hanon

Invention

1–15 Invention Johann Sebastian Bach

Friedrich Burgmüller

Operation Guide Before You Play Performing Lessons Practicing Recording Piano Designer

* Use of the internal songs for any purpose other than private, personal enjoyment

without the permission of the copyright holder is forbidden by law.

* No data for the music that is played will be output from MIDI Out connector and

USB Computer port.

* The copyrights to the songs marked by an asterisk “*” are owned by the Roland

Corporation.

Settings

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Chord Fingering List

symbol: Indicates the constituent notes of chords. symbol: Chords shown with an “ ” can be played by pressing just the key marked with the “ ”.

Major Major seventh Seventh Minor Minor seventh Diminished

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Settings That Can Be Saved

Settings That Can Be Saved by Memory Backup

Although the settings of the HPi-50e will return to their default values when you turn o the power, the following settings can be saved by carrying out the “Storing Your Settings (memory backup)” (p. 12).

Setting item Page

Ambience/Brilliance p. 24

Key touch p. 25

Transpose link p. 27

Twin piano mode p. 26

Split point p. 23

Dual balance p. 21

Metronome volume p. 30

Metronome sound p. 30

Master tuning p. 54

Temperament p. 54

Temperament key p. 54

Right pedal p. 55

Midi Tx Channel p. 57

Visual control Tx channel p. 58

Volume Limit p. 58

Language p. 58

Piano designer parameter p. 48

Items Saved in a User Program

The following settings are saved as part of a User Program.

Setting item Page

Song balance p. 33

Ambience p. 24

Transpose on/o p. 27

Transpose value

* Depending on the setting for Transpose

Link that is in eect at the time loading takes place, the keyboard will be set to keyboard/song.

Twin Piano on/o p. 26

Tone (Tone 1) p. 20

Split on/o p. 22

Split left-hand tone p. 22

Split point p. 23

Dual on/o p. 21

Dual tone (Tone 2) p. 21

Dual balance p. 21

Rotary speed p. 20

Tempo p. 30

Center pedal p. 56

Left pedal p. 56

Style p. 42

Intro p. 42

Arranger p. 42

Sync p. 42

p. 27

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Settings

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Main Specications

Roland HPi-50e: Digital Piano

Keyboard

Touch Sensitivity

Keyboard Mode

Pedals

Sound Generator

Piano Sound SuperNATURAL Piano Sound

MIDI Format Conforms to GM2, GS, XG Lite

Max. Polyphony 128 voices

Tones

Temperament 8 types, selectable temperament key

Individual Note Voicing (adjustable in individual notes)

Master Tuning 415.3 Hz–466.2 Hz (adjustable in increments of 0.1 Hz)

Transpose

Eects

Metronome

Tempo Quarter note = 10–500

Beat 2/2, 0/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 7/4, 3/8, 6/8, 9/8, 12/8

Volume O, 10 levels

Pattern 11 patterns

Sound 8 types

88 keys (PHA-4 Concert Keyboard: with Escapement and Ebony/Ivory Feel)

Key Touch: 100 types, Fixed Touch Hammer Response: O, 10 levels

Whole, Dual (volume balance adjustable), Split (split point adjustable), Twin Piano

Damper (Progressive Damper Action Pedal, capable of continuous detection)

Soft (capable of continuous detection, function assignable) Sostenuto (function assignable)

Total 350 tones Piano: 19 tones E. Piano: 10 tones Vibraphone: 6 tones Strings: 11 tones Organ: 13 tones Voice: 9 tones Pad: 5 tones Guitar/Bass: 6 tones Winds: 6 tones Drums: 9 tones (8 drum sets, 1 SFX set) GM2: 256 tones

Stretched Tuning: -50.0–+50.0 cent Note Volume: -50–0 Note Character: -5–+5

Key Transpose: -6–+6 (in semitones) Playback Transpose (including audio les): -6–+6 (in

semitones)

Ambience (0–10) Brilliance (0–10)

Only for piano tones (Piano Designer)

Open/close lid (7 levels) Hammer Response (O, 10 levels) Hammer Noise (5 levels) Damper Noise (O, 10 levels) Damper Resonance (O, 10 levels) String Resonance (O, 10 levels) Key O Resonance (O, 10 levels) Cabinet Resonance (O, 10 levels) Duplex Scale (O, 10 levels) Dynamic Harmonic (O, 10 levels) Soundboard Behavior (O, 10 levels)

Only for organ tones

Rotary Speaker Eect (Slow/Fast)

SMF Recorder

Tracks 3 part

Song Format Standard MIDI Files (Format 0)

Note Storage Approx. 30,000 notes

Recording Method Replace, Mix

Control

Tempo Quarter note = 10–500

Resolution 120 ticks per quarter note

Edit

Audio

Playback File Format: Audio File (WAV 44.1 kHz, 16-bit linear format)

Recording

Transpose

Tempo Audio Playback Speed: 75–125 %

Control

DigiScore

Score Display Great Sta, G Clef, F Clef

Mark Notation Mark, Pitch Name, Lyrics, Chord, Finger Number

Size

Resolution 32nd note, 16th note

Function Auto Sync, Keyboard indication

Lesson Application

Music Games Wonderland, Flash Card, Twin Piano Game, Scroll Game

Music Learning

Music Creation Rhythm, 16 Part Recorder, Song Edit, Audio Convert

Rhythm

Rhythm 50 rhythms

Control

User Program

Preset 40 types

Storage Quantity

Song Select, Play/Stop, Rec, Rewinding, Fast-forwarding, Reset, Track Mute, Mute Volume, Tempo, Tempo Mute, All Songs Play, Count-in, Song Balance, AB Repeat

Copy, Insert, Delete, Erase, Part Exchange, Quantize, Transpose, Note Edit, PC Edit, Notation Mark, Key Signature, Beat Map

Keyboard, SMF data, Audio from Input jack File Format: Audio File (WAV 44.1 kHz, 16-bit linear format)

Playback Transpose (with Audio from Input jack): -6–+6 (in semitones)

Song Select, Play/Stop, Rec, Rewinding, Fast-forwarding, Reset, Tempo, All Songs Play, Song Balance, AB Repeat, Center Cancel (with Audio from Input jack)

Small (32 measures *), Medium (15 measures *), Large (8 measures *), With note names (2 measures *)

* Use default setting.

DoReMi Course, Visual Lesson, Medal Collection, Finger Training

Start/Stop, Intro/Ending, Sync Start, Fill-in, Leading Bass, Arranger On/O, Tempo

Internal memory: Max. 99 sets External memory: Max. 99 sets

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Main Specications

Internal Memory

Save Format Standard MIDI Files (Format 0)

Storage Quantity Max. 99 songs

External Memory

External Storage USB Flash Memory

Playable Song Format

Save Format

Others

Internal Songs

Display Graphic color LCD 1,280 x 800 dots (with a music rest)

Language

Music Rest

Keyboard Lid Slide type (with Classic Position)

Other Functions

Connectors

Rated Power Output

Volume Level (SPL)

Speakers

Headphones Eects: Headphones 3D Ambience

Controls

Power Consumption

Dimensions (including piano stand)

Weight (including piano stand)

Standard MIDI Files (Format 0, 1), Roland original format (i-Format), Audio Files (WAV format, 44.1 kHz, 16-bit linear)

Standard MIDI Files (Format 0) Audio Files (WAV format, 44.1 kHz, 16-bit linear)

Piano Masterpieces: 80 songs Kids: 20 songs Bayer: 106 songs Burgmuller: 25 songs Czerny 100: 100 songs Czerny 30: 30 songs Hanon: 20 songs Invention: 15 songs

English, French, German, Japanese, Spanish, Italian, Dutch (French, German, Spanish, Italian and Dutch only apply to

some messages in the screen)

with Display Tilt Adjustment: 3 levels

Wireless Connect (when using optional Wireless USB Adapter) Panel Lock Auto O V-LINK MIDI Visual Control Demo Score BMP Export

DC In jack Input jack: Stereo miniature phone type Output (L/Mono, R) jacks: 1/4-inch phone type USB COMPUTER port: USB Type B USB MEMORY port: USB Type A Phones jacks (Stereo, with Twin Piano Individual Mode) x 2:

Stereo miniature phone type, Stereo 1/4-inch phone type

30 W x 2 7 W x 2

109 dB

* This value was measured according to the method that is

based on Roland’s technical standard.

Cabinet speakers: 12 cm (4-3/4 inches) x 2 Spatial/Neareld speakers: 5 cm (2 inches) x 2

Volume (Slider, with the speaker volume and the headphones volume automatically select function, with the volume limit function)

18 W (17–39 W) 18 W: Average power consumption while piano is played

with volume at center position 17 W: Power consumption immediately after power-up;

nothing being played 39 W: Rated power consumption

1,387 (W) x 430 (D) x 1,097(H) mm 54-5/8 (W) x 16-15/16 (D) x 43-3/16(H) inches

58 kg 128 lbs

Owner’s manual Assembly manual (*1) AC Adaptor

Accessories

Options (sold separately)

Power Cord (for AC Adaptor) Headphone hook Music rest Screw set (*1)

*1 Supplied with the stand.

Headphones USB Flash Memory (*2) Wireless USB Adapter (*2) Audio Cable

*2 Use USB Flash Memory and Wireless USB Adapter sold by

Roland. We cannot guarantee operation if other products are used.

* In the interest of product improvement, the specications and/

or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice.

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Stand Assembly

• To assure that assembly is carried out properly, make sure to read these instructions before you begin the assembly. Please keep these instructions close at hand, so you can refer to them whenever you need.

• To move the piano, lift it carefully—all the while keeping it level.

• Be careful not to pinch your hands or drop this unit on your foot during assembly or transport.

• Make sure to enlist the help of at least one other person when assembling this unit and moving it to a di erent location.

• Make sure to keep screws and any other small parts in a safe location that is out of the reach of small children, so such small parts won’t accidentally get swallowed.

• All screws should be tightened provisionally  rst, then tightened later. To tighten a screw provisionally, screw it in until about half of its length is no longer visible. Do not use an electric screwdriver when tightly securing the screws. Otherwise, you risk stripping the threads.

* The screwdriver needed to perform the assembly is not supplied. You’ll need to have ready a Phillips screwdriver that matches the size of the screws. * After  rmly tightening all the screws, place the unit at a location that is level and sure to remain stable. The unit must never be placed on top of deep-pile carpet. Otherwise, you risk

causing damage to the pedals due to instability and unnecessary movement. * The surface of the piano unit and the stand are very delicate; handle with care to avoid scratching them. * Do not place the piano unit directly on the  oor. Doing so will damage the bottom panel case and the connectors and holders on the bottom of the piano.

1. Assembly Procedure

* At  rst, assemble the entire stand in a temporary fashion, without really

tightening the screws. Then, after checking the overall alignment of the boards (and gently shifting certain parts where necessary), go around and tightly fasten each of the screws.

* If necessary, spread out a blanket or similar material to prevent the stand or

 oor from being scratched during assembly.

* Be careful not to pinch the pedal cord during assembly.

1. As shown in the illustration, place the left and right side

boards on the pedal board so that the metal brackets are on the inside, and fasten them provisionally using screws

(M5 x 40 mm).

2. Firmly tighten the screws

(four locations) that you

tightened provisionally in step 1.

* When attaching the pedal board, do not allow any gap to remain between the

side board and pedal board when the pieces are assembled.

Screw A x 2

Screw

x 2

Side board

Leave the pedal cord extended

Side board

Don’t allow

a gap!

3. With the help of another person, raise the left and right side

boards to an upright position.

* Take care that the pedal boards are not twisted.

4. Loosen the screws attached to the left and right side boards

approximately three turns, so that they protrude about 5 mm, as shown in the illustration.

Space 5 mm

Parts Check

Side Board (left)

Side Board (right)

Pedal Board

Rear Board

* You will also need to have a Phillips screwdriver (size: #2).

Screw (M5 × 40 mm) x 4

Screw (M5 × 20 mm) x 6

Screw (M4 × 16 mm) x 2

Headphone Hook x 1

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5. Hook the metal brackets of the rear board over the screws

you loosened, as shown in the illustration.

6. Use four screws

(M5 x 20 mm) to provisionally fasten the

pedal board.

7. Securely tighten the two side board screws and four pedal

board screws.

* When attaching the rear board, before tightening the screws, adjust things as

necessary at all the points where there are screws so as to assure that the rear board is aligned in parallel with the pedal board.

Rear view

Screws you loosened in step 4 x 2

Screws B x 4

2. Install the Piano onto the Stand

1. Align the screws on the bottom of the piano (one each at left

and right) with the metal brackets on the side boards. Then, while lifting the front of the piano one or two centimeters, pull it toward yourself so that the screws engage the metal brackets.

* When handling the piano,  rmly grasp it. Be careful, so you do not get your

 ngers pinched.

2. Fasten the piano to the stand with the screw

(M5×20 mm).

Please don’t get your  ngers pinched.

Pull the piano toward yourself while keeping the front slightly raised.

Screw

Connect the AC adaptor to the DC In jack on the back of the piano, and connect the pedal cord to the Pedal connector. As needed, use the coated clip on the bottom of the piano to fasten the power cord and the pedal cord.

AC adaptor Pedal cord

Coated clip

4. Fasten the headphone hook

using screws C (M4 x

16 mm).

Screw C x 2

5. Connect the supplied AC adaptor and power cord.

Place the AC adaptor so the side with the indicator faces upwards and the side with textual information faces downwards. The indicator will light when you plug the AC adaptor into an AC outlet.

To AC outlet

Power cord

6. Adjust the Adjuster.

Turn the adjuster to lower it until the adjuster is in  rm contact with the  oor. In particular, when you’ve placed the piano on carpet, you must turn the adjuster until it is pressing  rmly against the  oor.

Adjuster

* The pedal may be damaged if there is a gap between the adjuster and the

 oor.

When Moving the Piano

When you need to move the unit, you should  rst close the keyboard cover, disconnect the AC adaptor, and raise the adjusters of the stand. When moving the unit, at least two people should work together and lift the unit carefully, all the while keeping it level, and being very careful so as not to pinch your hands or drop the unit on your feet.

About ground terminal

Depending on the circumstances of a particular setup, you may experience a discomforting sensation, or perceive that the surface feels gritty to the touch when you touch this device. This is due to an in nitesimal 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.

HP505 rear panel

HP503 rear panel

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)

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Depending on the circumstances of a particular setup, you may experience a discomforting sensation, or perceive that the surface feels gritty to the touch when you touch this device, microphones connected to it, or the metal portions of other objects, such as guitars. This is due to an innitesimal 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.

HPi-50e rear panel

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Assembling

Attaching the Music Rest

The HPi-50’s music rest has a built-in liquid crystal display. Attach the music rest as described in the following procedure, and

handle it with care.

Screw Screw

1. Remove the music rest screws (two locations) from the

top surface.

2. Fasten the music rest using the screws you removed.

Use one hand to support the music rest, use the other hand to tighten the screws. When attaching the music rest, use your hand to support it so that it does not fall. Take care not to pinch your hand.

NOTE

• Do not apply excessive force to the music rest.

• You must use the included screws to attach the music rest.

• For safety, be sure to remove the music rest before transporting the HPi-50e.

• Take care that the music rest attachment screws you remove are not lost or accidentally swallowed by small children.

• Completely remove the screws from the top surface before attaching the music rest. If screws are left on the top surface when you attach the music rest, the top surface may be scratched.

• The screwdriver needed to perform the assembly is not supplied. You’ll need to have ready a Phillips screwdriver that matches the size of the screws.

Seen from behind

Connecting the Display Cable

Coated clip

1. Connect the music rest display cable to the display cable

connector located on the bottom of the HPi-50e.

NOTE

You must turn o the power before connecting the display cable.

2. Use the coated clip on the bottom of the piano to fasten

the display cable.

3. Fit the latch into one of the slots so that the music rest is

at the desired angle.

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About the Ivory Feel Keyboard

Features of an ivory feel keyboard

Traditional piano keys are made from the best materials-ivory (for white keys) and ebony (for black keys). The Ivory Feel keyboard uses the latest in technology to reproduce the touch and feel of these materials.

An Ivory Feel keyboard oers the following features.

• We’re sure you’ll develop a fondness for the distinctive texture of these keys, which feels better the more you play them.

• Surfaces incorporate stripes of moisture-absorbing material for improved touch and playability.

• The keys feature subtle gloss and understated coloring, enhancing the look and elegance.

• The white keys are nished with a slight yellowish tinge for the look of real ivory.

Handling

• 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 ax stickers on the keyboard. You may be unable to remove stickers that use strong adhesives, and the adhesive may cause discoloration.

Care and maintenance

Please note the following points. Failure to do so may result in scratches on the surface nish, damaged gloss, or other discoloration or deformation.

• To remove dirt, use a soft cloth. Using a moistened and tightly wrung-out cloth, gently wipe o any dirt. Do not rub the surface vigorously.

• 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.

• Do not use benzene, paint thinner, or alcohol on the instrument.

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Index

AB Repeat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Ad-Hoc mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

All Songs Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Ambience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Assembling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Audio Transpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Audition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Auto O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Beat Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

BMP Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Brilliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Burn the song to CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Center Cancel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40, 55

Center Pedal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Chord Fingering List . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Classic Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Convert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Copy Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Copy User Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Count-in. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Creating a Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Damper Pedal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

DC In Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Delete Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Delete User Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

DigiScore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 54

Display Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Do Re Mi Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Dual balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Dual Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Duplex scale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Factory Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Finger Exercises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Flash Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Format Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Headphone Hook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Headphones 3D Ambience. . . 17, 54

Input Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Input Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Internal Song List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Ivory Feel Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Key Signature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Key Touch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Left Pedal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Lessons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Load User Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Local Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Main Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Mark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Master Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Medal Collection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Memory Backup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Metronome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

MIDI Transmit Channel . . . . . . . . . . . 57

MIDI Visual Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Mix Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Music Holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Music Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Mute volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Octave Shift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Operation Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Output Jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Overdubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Panel Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Part Mute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Pedal Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Phones Jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Piano Designer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Play

Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

[Power] Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

SMF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Recording Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Rhythm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Right Pedal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Save

Favorites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38, 46

Save Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Save User Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Scroll Game . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Select

Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Settings That Can Be Saved . . . . . . 69

16-part recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Soft Pedal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Song

Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Save . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Song Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Song Editor

Copy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Delete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Erase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Insert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Note Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Part Exchange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

PC Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Quantize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Transpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Undo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Sostenuto Pedal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Split Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Split point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Temperament . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Temperament Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Temperaments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Tempo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30, 33

Tone categories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Tone List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Transpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Twin Piano . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Twin Piano Game . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Twin piano mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

USB Computer Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

USB Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

USB Memory Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

USB Memory Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

User Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Call up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Manage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Write . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

User Program Pedal Shift . . . . . . . . . 56

Visual Control Function Chart . . . . 58

Visual Control Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Visual Control Tx Channel . . . . . . . . 58

Visual Lesson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

V-LINK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Volume Limit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Wireless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Wireless LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Wonderland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

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For EU Countries

For China

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For the U.K.

IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE.

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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.

This product complies with the requirements of EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.

NEUTRAL LIVE

For EU Countries

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.

CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3 (B)

For C.A. US (Proposition 65

WARNING

This product contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm, including lead.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Compliance Information Statement

Model Name :

Type of Equipment :

Responsible Party :

Address :

Telephone :

HPi-50 Digital Piano Roland Corporation U.S. 5100 S. Eastern Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90040-2938 (323) 890-3700

For Canada

For Korea

)

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Roland HPi-50e Owner’s Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Look What You Can Do!

USING THE UNIT SAFELY

IMPORTANT NOTES

Contents

Operation Guide

Storing Your Settings (memory backup)

Main Screens

Panel Descriptions

Before You Play

Opening/Closing the Lid

Using the Music Holders

Performing

Performing with Various Sounds

Switching Tones

Performing with Two Layered Tones (Dual Play)

Adjusting the Sound to Your Taste

Adding Reverberation to the Sound (Ambience)/Adjusting the Brightness of the Sound (Brilliance)

Adjusting the Keyboard Response (Key Touch)

Dividing the Keyboard for Two-Person Performance (Twin Piano)

Shifting the Pitch (Transpose)

Lessons

Playing Games

Practicing with DigiScore

Practicing

Practicing with the Metronome

Changing the Tempo

Practicing with a Song

Selecting and Playing a Song

Adding a Count-in to Synchronize Your Performance

Storing a Song in Favorites

Playing Songs Consecutively (All Songs Play)

Adjusting the Volume Balance of the Song and the Keyboard Performance (Song Balance)

Adjusting a Song’s Tempo for Easier Practicing

Practicing One Hand at a Time (Part Mute)

Repeatedly Practicing a Portion of a Song (AB Repeat)

Recording

Getting Ready to Record

Making a New SMF Recording

Saving a Song

Overdubbing a Recorded Song

Making a New Audio Recording

Audio Recording a Performance with SMF Accompaniment

Using an Audio File without Melody (Center Cancel)

Creating a Song

Play Along with Rhythms

Editing the Rhythm Performance and Automatic Accompaniment Settings

Recording the Rhythm Performance and Automatic Accompaniment

Recording with 16 Parts

About the 16 part recorder Screen

Editing the Part Settings

Saving Your Multitrack Recording

Editing a Song

Copying Measures (Copy)

Recording Each Part

Inserting Blank Measures (Insert)

Deleting Measures (Delete)

Erasing Measures (Erase)

Transposing an Entire Part (Transpose)

Editing Individual Notes (Note Edit)

Exchanging Parts (Part Exchange)

Tightening Up the Note Timing (Quantize)

Editing Tone Changes During the Song (PC Edit)

Deleting a Notation Mark

Cancelling an Edit (Undo)

Saving a Song You’ve Edited by Note or Measure

Saving a Song After Editing Its Notation Marks

Editing the Key Signature

Inserting Notation Marks

Editing the Time Signature (Beat Map)

Editing the Tempo

Recording Tempo Data (Tempo Recording)

Converting an SMF Song to Audio (WAV File)

Personalizing Your Piano Sound (Piano Designer)

Making Detailed Adjustments to the Piano Sound

Convenient Functions

Changing the Notation Screen Settings