Roland KR-117, KR-115 User Manual

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Owner’s Manual

Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS,” “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 4, 5), and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 6, 7). These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, Owner’s Manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

ATTENTION: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING - When using electric products, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

1.Read these instructions.

2.Keep these instructions.

3.Heed all warnings.

4.Follow all instructions.

5.Do not use this apparatus near water.

6.Clean only with a dry cloth.

7.Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.

8.Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9.Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10.Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11.Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12.Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

13.Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

For the U.K.

WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED

IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE. GREEN-AND-YELLOW: EARTH, BLUE: NEUTRAL, BROWN: LIVE

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 GREEN-AND-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter E or by the safety earth symbolor coloured GREEN or GREEN-AND-YELLOW.

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.

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USING THE UNIT SAFELY

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

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

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

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

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

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

001

•Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual.

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001-50

•Connect mains plug of this model to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.

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002a

•Do not open or perform any internal modifications

on the unit.

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003

•Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts within it (except when this manual provides specific instructions directing you to do so). Refer all

servicing to your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

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004

•Never use or store the unit in places that are:

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

• Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors); or are

•Humid; or are

•Exposed to rain; or are

•Dusty; or are

•Subject to high levels of vibration.

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007

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

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008a

•The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions, or as marked on the bottom of unit.

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008e

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

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009

•Do not excessively twist or bend the power cord, nor place heavy objects on it. Doing so can damage the cord, producing severed elements and short circuits. Damaged cords are fire and shock hazards!

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010

•This unit, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and headphones or speakers, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause

permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for a long period of time at a high volume level, or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should immediately stop using the unit, and consult an audiologist.

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011

• Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit.

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012a

•Immediately turn the power off, remove the power cord 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 power-supply cord, or the plug has been damaged; or

•If smoke or unusual odor occurs

•Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been spilled onto the unit; or

•The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise has become wet); or

•The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.

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013

•In households with small children, an adult should provide supervision until the child is capable of following all the rules essential for the safe operation of the unit.

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014

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

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015

•Do not force the unit’s power-supply cord to share an outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices. Be especially careful when using extension cords—the total power used by all devices you have

connected to the extension cord’s outlet must never exceed the power rating (watts/amperes) for the extension cord. Excessive loads can cause the insulation on the cord to heat up and eventually melt through.

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016

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

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019

• Batteries must never be recharged, heated, taken apart, or thrown into fire or water.

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023

•DO NOT play a CD-ROM disc on a conventional audio CD player. The resulting sound may be of a level that could cause permanent hearing loss.

Damage to speakers or other system components may result.

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026

•Do not put anything that contains water (e.g., flower vases) on this unit. Also, avoid the use of insecticides, perfumes, alcohol, nail polish, spray cans, etc.,

near the unit. Swiftly wipe away any liquid that spills on the unit using a dry, soft cloth.

101a

•The unit should be located so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation.

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102b

•Always grasp only the plug on the power-supply

cord when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

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103a

•At regular intervals, you should unplug the power plug and clean it by using a dry cloth to wipe all dust and other accumulations away from its prongs. Also,

disconnect the power plug from the power outlet whenever the unit is to remain unused for an extended period of time. Any accumulation of dust between the power plug and the power outlet can result in poor insulation and lead to fire.

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104

•Try to prevent cords and cables from becoming entangled. Also, all cords and cables should be placed so they are out of the reach of children.

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105a

•If the unit could become a hazard if it moves, all caster wheels should be locked or fixed in place once the unit has been placed at the place of installation, or has been loaded onto a vehicle.

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106

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

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107b

•Never handle the power cord or its plugs with wet

hands when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

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108a

•Before moving the unit, disconnect the power plug

from the outlet, and pull out all cords from external devices.

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109a

•Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and

unplug the power cord from the outlet (p. 21).

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110a

•Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning in

your area, pull the plug on the power cord out of the outlet.

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111: Selection

•If used improperly, batteries may explode or leak and cause damage or injury. In the interest of safety,

please read and observe the following precautions.

•Carefully follow the installation instructions for batteries, and make sure you observe the correct polarity.

•Avoid using new batteries together with used ones. In addition, avoid mixing different types of batteries.

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

•If a battery has leaked, use a soft piece of cloth or paper towel to wipe all remnants of the discharge from the battery compartment. Then install new batteries. To avoid inflammation of the skin, make sure that none of the battery discharge gets onto your hands or skin. Exercise the utmost caution so that none of the discharge gets near your eyes. Immediately rinse the affected area with running water if any of the discharge has entered the eyes.

•Never keep batteries together with metallic objects such as ballpoint pens, necklaces, hairpins, etc.

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112

•Used batteries must be disposed of in compliance with whatever regulations for their safe disposal that may be observed in the region in which you live.

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116

•Be careful when opening/closing the lid so you do

not get your fingers pinched (p. 20). Adult supervision is recommended whenever small children use

the unit.

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118b

•Always keep the following parts including with the KR and small components that may be removed out of the reach of small children to avoid accidental ingestion of these parts.

Included Parts

•Piano leg washers

•Bolts, washers, and springs used in attaching the pedals

•Cord clamps used for securing pedal cords, other cord clamps (using double-sided tape), and cord clamp attachment screws

•Pedal stay securing screws

Removable parts

•USB memory anti-theft lock (iron plate), Anti-theft lock securing screw

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IMPORTANT NOTES

291b

In addition to the items listed under “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on pages 3 and 4,

please read and observe the following:

Power Supply

301

•Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is being used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by an inverter (such as a refrigerator, washing machine, microwave oven, or air conditioner), or that contains a motor. Depending on the way in which the electrical appliance is used, power supply noise may cause this unit to malfunction or may produce audible noise. If it is not practical to use a separate electrical outlet, connect a power supply

noise filter between this unit and the electrical outlet.

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•Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the power to all units. This will help prevent malfunctions and/or damage to

speakers or other devices.

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•Although the LCD and LEDs are switched off when the POWER switch is switched off, this does not mean that the unit has been completely disconnected from the source of power. If you need to turn off the power completely, first turn off the POWER switch, then unplug the power cord from the power outlet. For this reason, the outlet into which you choose to connect the power cord’s plug should be one that is within easy reach and readily

accessible.

306b

•Batteries are supplied with the unit. The life of these batteries may be limited, however, since their primary purpose was to enable testing.

Placement

351

•Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equipment containing large power transformers) may induce hum. To alleviate the problem, change the orientation of this unit; or move

it farther away from the source of interference.

352a

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

352b

•Noise may be produced if wireless communications devices, such as cell phones, are operated in the vicinity of this unit. Such noise could occur when receiving or initiating a call, or while conversing. Should you experience such problems, you should relocate such wireless devices so they are at a greater distance

from this unit, or switch them off.

354b

•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.

355b

•When moved from one location to another where the temperature and/or humidity is very different, water droplets (condensation) may form inside the unit. Damage or malfunction may result if you attempt to use the unit in this condition. Therefore, before using the unit, you must allow it to stand for several hours, until

the condensation has completely evaporated.

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•Do not allow rubber, vinyl, or similar materials to remain on the unit for long periods of time. Such objects can discolor or

otherwise harmfully affect the finish.

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• Do not allow objects to remain on top of the keyboard. This can be the cause of malfunction, such as keys ceasing to produce sound.

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•Do not paste stickers, decals, or the like to this instrument. Peeling such matter off the instrument may damage the exterior finish.

Maintenance

401b

•Since your piano has a polished finish that is as delicate as that found on finely crafted wooden furniture, it needs careful, periodic care. A few important suggestions concerning the proper care of the unit follow.

•For dusting, using a soft, clean cloth and/or piano-use feather duster. Be sure to wipe gently. Even the tiniest grains of sand or grit can leave scratches on the surface if too much force is applied while wiping.

Do not use any cleaners or detergents, since they might deteriorate the surface of the cabinet, and produce cracks.

•If the cabinet’s surface loses its luster, wipe it thoroughly with a soft cloth dampened with a little of the polishing liquid.

Do not use any cleaners or detergents, since they might deteriorate the surface of the cabinet, and produce cracks. Do not use

dusting cloths that contain chemicals.

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

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•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.

Repairs and Data

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•Please be aware that all data contained in the unit’s memory may be lost when the unit is sent for repairs. Important data should always be backed up on an external memory, or written down on paper (when possible). During repairs, due care is taken to avoid the loss of data. However, in certain cases (such as when circuitry related to memory itself is out of order), we regret that it may not be possible to restore the data, and Roland assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.

Additional Precautions

551

•Please be aware that the contents of memory can be irretrievably lost as a result of a malfunction, or the improper operation of the unit. To protect yourself against the risk of loosing important data, we recommend that you periodically save a backup copy of important data you have stored in the unit’s memory on an

external memory.

552

•Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of data that was stored on an external memory once it has been lost. Roland Corporation assumes no liability concerning such loss of

data.

553

•Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks and connectors.

Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.

554

• Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.

556

•When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the connector itself—never pull on the cable. This way you will avoid causing

shorts, or damage to the cable’s internal elements.

557

•A small amount of heat will radiate from the unit during normal operation.

IMPORTANT NOTES

558a

•To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit’s volume at reasonable levels. You may prefer to use headphones, so you do not need to be concerned about those around you (especially

when it is late at night).

559b

•When you need to transport the unit, pack it in shock-absorbent material. Transporting the unit without doing so can cause it to

become scratched or damaged, and could lead to malfunction.

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• Do not apply undue force to the music rest while it is in use.

561

•Use only the specified expression pedal (EV-7/5; sold separately). By connecting any other expression pedals, you risk causing

malfunction and/or damage to the unit.

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•Use a cable from Roland to make the connection. If using some other make of connection cable, please note the following precautions.

•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 specifications,

contact the manufacturer of the cable.

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•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 switch off the power 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.

Handling Floppy Disks

(Using Optional Floppy Disk Drive)

651

•Floppy disks contain a plastic disk with a thin coating of magnetic storage medium. Microscopic precision is required to enable storage of large amounts of data on such a small surface area. To preserve their integrity, please observe the following when handling floppy disks:

•Never touch the magnetic medium inside the disk.

•Do not use or store floppy disks in dirty or dusty areas.

•Do not subject floppy disks to temperature extremes (e.g., direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle). Recommended temperature range: 10 to 50˚C (50 to 122˚F).

•Do not expose floppy disks to strong magnetic fields, such as

those generated by loudspeakers.

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•Floppy disks have a “write protect” tab which can protect the disk from accidental erasure. It is recommended that the tab be kept in the PROTECT position, and moved to the WRITE position

only when you wish to write new data onto the disk.

fig.DiskProtect.e

Rear side of the disk

Write

(can write new data onto disk)

Write Protect Tab

Protect

(prevents writing to disk)

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•The identification label should be firmly affixed to the disk. Should the label come loose while the disk is in the drive, it may

be difficult to remove the disk.

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•Store all disks in a safe place to avoid damaging them, and to protect them from dust, dirt, and other hazards. By using a dirty or dust-ridden disk, you risk damaging the disk, as well as causing the disk drive to malfunction.

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•Disks containing performance data for this unit should always be locked (have their write protect tab slid to the “Protect” position) before you insert them into the drive on some other unit (except the PR-300, or a product in the HP-G, HPi, MT, KR, or Atelier families), or into a computer’s drive. Otherwise (if the write protect tab remains in the “Write” position), when you perform any disk operations using the other device’s disk drive (such as checking the contents of the disk, or loading data), you risk rendering the disk unreadable by this unit’s disk drive.

Before Using External

Memory

Using External Memory

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• Never touch the terminals of the External memory. Also, avoid getting the terminals dirty.

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•External memories are constructed using precision components; handle the cards 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 external memories.

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

•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 (storage temperature: 0 to 50˚ C).

•Do not allow cards to become wet.

•Do not disassemble or modify the external memories.

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•When connecting external memory, make sure to press it until it is fully inserted.

•Insert the external memory in the External Memory port evenly and without undue force. Forcing the external memory may damage the External Memory port.

•Do not insert any object other than the external memory (e.g., wires, coins, other types of disks, etc.) in the External Memory port. This may damage the External Memory port.

•Do not subject the External Memory port cover or connected External memory to excessive stress.

•Close the external memory cover when using the External memory for extended periods

Handling CD-ROMs

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•Avoid touching or scratching the shiny underside (encoded surface) of the disc. Damaged or dirty CD-ROM discs may not be read properly. Keep your discs clean using a commercially available CD cleaner.

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*GS ( ) is a registered trademark of Roland Corporation.

Add

*XG lite ( ) is a registered trademark of Yamaha Corporation.

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*Mac OS is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.

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*Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

*This device in part makes use of Independent JPEG Group

software.

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*All product names mentioned in this document are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Introduction

Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland KR Intelligent Piano.

While the KR Intelligent Piano certainly allows you to achieve authentic piano performances, it also features easy-to-use Automatic Accompaniment and numerous other useful functions. In order to enjoy reliable performance of your new keyboard for many years to come, please take the time to read through this manual in its entirety.

Main Features

Roland Digital Grand Brings Refinement to Interior Style

The KR’s grand piano cabinet exhibits elegance in form with a beautiful black, mirror-like surface. With features just like those found on an acoustic grand, such as a top that opens and closes and folding retractable keyboard lid (KR117M), this instrument is a perfect match for lounge or living room.

The KR117M lid also features hands-free closure for enhanced safety.

Lusciously Resounding, Richly Expressive Piano Sound

The KR reproduces the rich tones of a high-quality grand piano, from the sounds of the hammers as they strike the strings to the sounds made as the keys are released. 128-voice polyphony ensures full responsiveness, even with heavy use of the pedals.

What’s more, The “Piano Designer” feature allows you to create your own favorite piano tones.

True Grand Piano Feel

The KR features Roland’s Progressive Hammer Action keyboard, which reproduces the feel of a grand piano, with a firm, weighty touch in the lower registers and a lighter response in the upper registers. This keyboard also faithfully reproduces the distinctive “click” that’s produced when a grand piano’s keys are played (Escapement function).

In addition to the ability of adjusting the key weight, a “Hammer Response” function, which reproduces the subtle action of the hammers, is also incorporated, so there are two key-touch controls that come into play when determining the precise character of the keyboard. Additionally, the instrument’s pedals are firm and responsive, lending your performances fuller and more detailed expressiveness.

Accomplish Tasks Easily with the Main Buttons

Almost all of the KR’s common functions, including playing back songs, displaying notations, running the automatic accompaniment, selecting tones, and so on can be accomplished using the Main buttons to the left of the screen.

Full Complement of Player Piano Functions

You can also use the CD drive to play back a wide variety of music on the CD included with the instrument as well as songs on CD-ROMs containing saved SMF files, player piano CDs, and audio CDs. Moreover, you can add song data by copying songs saved on USB memory and CDs to the KR’s “Favorites.”

The KR117M and KR115M includes a “Moving Keys” function that plays the keys along with the song, providing exquisite performances that are played automatically.

Also included is a convenient remote control, which you can use for selecting songs, adjusting volume balances, switching the Moving Keys function on and off, and even for switching the images that appear in external displays--simply and easily. You can connect an external display or television set to the piano for enlarged displays of the Song Select screen, lyrics screen, slide shows, and notations.

Introduction

Easy-To-Use “Music Assistant” Automatic Accompaniment Feature

You can select from an amazing 500 settings to get automatic accompaniment that perfectly matches the song you are playing.

Each song’s Music Assistant settings are shown in a manner that is easy to grasp, so playing along with the changes in the accompaniment is a snap.

For easy enjoyment of Music Assistant, the KR also includes songs that you can perform while reading the chord charts.

Utilizes External Memory–the New Media

You can save song data created on the KR to External memory (sold separately). Extremely portable, highcapacity external memory also connects easily to computers, allowing song data to be transferred easily. Taking further advantage of the high-capacity memory, you can also play back audio files with the KR.

Connect External Speakers to Produce Concert Hall Presence

You can connect an amp and speakers to the KR and play the sounds of the reverb and accompaniment through the external speakers to produce the effect of being enveloped by an orchestra.

The KR is equipped with XLR connectors, a very convenient feature when the instrument is used on stage.

How To Use This Manual

The KR Owner’s Manual consists of three volumes, Quick Start, Owner’s Manual, and the USB Install Guide.

Please start out by reading “Before You Start Playing” (p. 18) in the Owner’s Manual (this volume). This explains how to connect the KR’s power cord and how to turn on the instrument’s power.

After turning on the KR’s power, please continue by reading Quick Start.

By trying out the various procedures while reading the Quick Start, you can easily learn how to play the KR and make use of its major functions (especially procedures that involve use of the “main buttons”). The Owner’s Manual describes procedures, from basic operation to procedures for special applications (for example, using the KR as an accompanist and creating songs), that will help you master the KR’s many performance functions.

When connecting a computer to the USB port, be sure to read the USB Install Guide. This describes the procedure for installing the driver needed to connect via USB.

*For more on system requirements, refer to the “USB Installation Guide.” However, note that the KR is not compatible with Mac OS 9.

■Conventions Used in This Manual

This manual uses the following conventions in the interest of simpler, more concise instructions.

•Button names are enclosed in square brackets “[ ]”, as in One Touch Program [Piano] button.

•For easier readability, some screens and colors used here may differ in part from actual screens and colors.

•On screen text is enclosed in angled brackets “< >”, as in <Exit>.

•The act of lightly contacting the Touch Screen with your finger is called “touching.”

•An asterisk (*) or a NOTE at the beginning of a paragraph indicates a note or precaution. These should not be ignored.

•(p. **) refers to pages within the manual.

Contents
USING THE UNIT SAFELY.......................................	4
IMPORTANT NOTES.................................................	6
Introduction ......................................	8
Main Features...............................................................	8
How To Use This Manual ..........................................	9
Conventions Used in This Manual......................	9
Panel Descriptions .........................	14
Performance Pads ................................................	14
Record/Playback .................................................	15
Jack Panel (Left Side of Bottom Panel) ...................	16
Right Side of Bottom Panel ......................................	17
Before You Start Playing ...............	18
Opening and Closing the Top (KR117) ..................	18
Opening and Closing the Top (KR115) ..................	19
Raising the Music Rest..............................................	19
Using the Music Holders (KR115).....................	20
Installing Batteries in the Remote Control.............	20
Opening and Closing the Lid ..................................	20
Connecting the Power Cord.....................................	21
Connect the Pedal Cable...........................................	21
Turning the Power On and Off ...............................	21
About the Pedals........................................................	22
Adjusting the Sound’s Volume and
Brilliance .....................................................................	22
Connecting Headphones ..........................................	23
Connecting a Microphone ........................................	23
Connecting an External Display..............................	24
Making the Connections .....................................	24
About the Touch Screen ...........................................	25
Adjusting the Contrast of the Screen ................	25
Main Screens ..............................................................	25
Piano Screen..........................................................	25
Basic Screen...........................................................	25
Using the Main Icons...........................................	26
The [Option] Button and The [Exit] Button .....	26
The Scroll Bar and The Page Icon ......................	26
Chapter 1 Performance..................	27
Playing the Keyboard Like a Piano
(One-Touch Piano) ....................................................	27
Performing with a Variety of Tones
(Tone Buttons)............................................................	28
Playing Percussion Instruments or Sound
Effects ....................................................................	29
Using Keywords to Search for Tones
(Tone Search) ........................................................	30
Performing with Multiple Sounds Layered
Together (Layer) ........................................................	31

Playing Different Tones with the Left and Right
Hands (Split)...............................................................	32
Shifting the Keyboard Pitch in Octave Steps
(Octave Shift) ........................................................	33
Adding Reverberation to the Sound
(Reverb) .......................................................................	34
Adding the Surround Sound Effect to the
Accompaniment Using External Speakers
(Surround) ..................................................................	36
Giving More Breadth to the Accompaniment
Sound .....................................................................	36
Selecting the Part for the Effect ..........................	37
Selecting the Tone to Which the Effect is
Applied..................................................................	37
Changing the Amount of Surround Effect .......	38
Using the Internal Speakers to Add Three-
Dimensional Spatiality to the Accompaniment
Sounds (Advanced 3D) .............................................	39
Selecting the Part for the Effect ..........................	40
Selecting the tone to which the effect is
applied ...................................................................	41
Making Detailed Settings for Advanced
3D ...........................................................................	42
Adding Liveliness to the Sound (Dynamic
Emphasis)....................................................................	43
Adjusting the Sound to Achieve the Preferred
Tone Quality (Equalizer) ..........................................	44
Applying Effects to the Sound (Effects) .................	46
Adding Effects to Mic Vocals (Vocal Effect) ..........	47
Enjoying Karaoke Performances with Music
Files ........................................................................	53
Using the Metronome ...............................................	54
Using the Metronome..........................................	54
Changing the Metronome Settings....................	55
Chapter 2 Automatic
Accompaniment .............................	57
Music Styles and Automatic
Accompaniment.........................................................	57
Performing Using Automatic Accompaniment
(One-Touch Arranger) ..............................................	58
About Chords .......................................................	59
Playing Chords with Simple Fingering
(Chord Intelligence).............................................	59
Viewing Chord Fingerings
(Chord Finder)......................................................	60
Selecting Music Styles (Music Style Buttons) ........	61
Using Keywords to Search for Music Styles
(Style Search) ........................................................	62
Selecting Music Styles on External
Memories...............................................................	63
Playing Only Music Style Rhythm Patterns ..........	64

Contents

Adjusting the Accompaniment Tempo ..................	64
Starting and Stopping the Accompaniment ..........	65
Having the Accompaniment Start
Simultaneously When You Play the
Keyboard (Sync Start) .........................................	65
Stopping Automatic Accompaniment ..............	66
Having a Count Sound Play at the End of
the Intro (Countdown) ........................................	67
Modifying an Accompaniment ...............................	68
Changing the Accompaniment Pattern
(Fill In Buttons).....................................................	68
Changing Accompaniment Patterns in the
Screen.....................................................................	69
Changing the Instrumental Makeup of
Music Styles (Style Orchestrator) ......................	69
Adding Harmony to the Right-Hand Part
(Melody Intelligence) ................................................	70
Playing Sounds in the Left Hand During a
Performance (Lower Tone) ......................................	71
Playing the Piano with Accompaniment Added
(Piano Style Arranger) ..............................................	72
Adjusting the Volume Balance for Each Part
(Balance)......................................................................	73
Changing the Volume Balance Between
the Accompaniment and the Keyboard
(Balance Knob) .....................................................	73
Adjusting the Volume Balance for Each
Performance Part (Part Balance)........................	73
Chapter 3 Song Playback ..............	75
Playing a Song............................................................	75
Listening to Songs on CDs (Only for
Instrument Equipped with CD Drive).............	77
Using Keywords to Search for Songs
(Song Search) ........................................................	81
Registering the Songs You Like (Favorites)...........	82
Removing Songs From Favorites.......................	83
Using the Remote Control........................................	84
How to Use the Remote Control........................	84
About the Remote Control .................................	85
Chapter 4 Practice Functions........	87
Displaying the Notation ...........................................	87
Touching Notes to Confirm the Sounds
(Touch the Notes).................................................	88
Scrolling the Notation Along with the
Performances (AutoSync DigiScore).................	88
Making Detailed Settings for the Notation
Display...................................................................	89
Saving Notations as Image Data........................	92
Adjusting the Tempo ................................................	94

Setting the Tempo by Pressing the Button in
Time (Tap Tempo) ...............................................	94
Playing Back at a Fixed Tempo
(Tempo Mute).......................................................	95
Match the Tempo Before You Begin Playing
(Count In)....................................................................	96
Muting Some Parts Before Playing
(Track Buttons)...........................................................	97
Setting Markers for Repeated Practice
(Marker) ......................................................................	98
Placing a Marker within a Song.........................	98
Playback from a Marker Location .....................	99
Erasing a Marker ..................................................	99
Moving a Marker ...............................................	100
Playing Back the Same Passage Over and
Over......................................................................	101
Transposing Keyboard Sounds and Songs
Played Back (Transpose).........................................	102
Chapter 5 Recording and Saving the
Performance .................................	104
Recording a New Song (New Song) .....................	105
Recording With Accompaniment..........................	107
Recording Along with a Song................................	109
Recording While Selecting the Track Buttons
(Redoing Recordings)..............................................	110
Erasing Recorded Performances............................	111
Erasing the Performance on Specific
Tracks...................................................................	111
Changing How Recording Stops...........................	111
Recording Songs Starting with Pickups ...............	112
Using External Memories .......................................	113
Connecting and Ejecting an External
Memory ...............................................................	113
Formatting Media (Format)..............................	114
Saving Songs.............................................................	116
Deleting Saved Songs..............................................	119
Copying Songs on External Memories to
Favorites....................................................................	120
Copying Songs Saved in Favorites to
External Memories.............................................	121
Chapter 6 Creating Performance
Data Including Moving Keys
(A/V sync)......................................	122
Recording..................................................................	122
Making the Connections ...................................	122
Making Advanced A/V Sync Output
Settings ................................................................	126
Playback (Aux Input) ..............................................	127
Making the Connections ...................................	127

Contents

Making Advanced A/V Sync Input
Settings ................................................................	128
Chapter 7 User Program
Registration ..................................	129
Saving Performance Settings
(User Program) ........................................................	130
Calling Up Saved User Programs .........................	131
Changing the Way User Programs Are
Called Up ............................................................	131
Saving the User Program Sets................................	131
Loading Saved User Program Sets ..................	132
Deleting Saved User Program Sets .......................	133
Copying Sets of User Programs on External
Memories to the User Memory..............................	133
Coping Sets of User Programs Stored in
the User Memory to External Memories ........	134
Using the Pedal to Switch User Programs ...........	134
Selecting the Pedal Used for Switching
Settings (Pedal Shift) .........................................	134
Sequential Loading of User Program Sets
Stored (Load Next) ............................................	134
Simultaneously Switching User Program and
Transmitting PC Numbers .....................................	135
Chapter 8 Creating and Editing
Songs ............................................	136
Multitrack Recording with 16 Parts (16-Track
Sequencer) ................................................................	136
The 16-Track Sequencer Screen .......................	136
Modifying the Settings of Each Part................	137
Getting the Most Suitable Part Tones for
the Musical Genre (Tone Set) ...........................	138
Recording a Performance .................................	139
Changing the Recording Method
(Rec Mode)................................................................	140
Recording While Erasing the Previous
Recording
(Replace Recording) ..........................................	140
Layering a Recording Over Previously
Recorded Sounds (Mix Recording) .................	141
Repeated Recording at the Same Location
(Loop Recording) ...............................................	141
Re-Recording Part of Your Performance
(Punch-in Recording) ........................................	142
Composing an Accompaniment By Entering
Chords (Chord Sequencer).....................................	143
Inputting Chords without Playing
the Keyboard ......................................................	144
Editing Songs ...........................................................	145
Basic Operation of the Editing Functions.......	145
Undoing Edits (Undo).......................................	145
Copying Measures (Copy)................................	146

Correcting Timing Discrepancies
(Quantize)............................................................	146
Deleting Measures (Delete) ..............................	147
Inserting Blank Measures (Insert)....................	147
Transposing Individual Parts
(Transpose)..........................................................	148
Making Measures Blank (Erase) ......................	148
Exchanging Parts (Part Exchange)...................	149
Correcting Notes One by One (Note Edit) .....	149
Modifying the Tone Changes in a Song
(PC Edit) ..............................................................	150
Changing the Beat in the Middle of a Song
(Beat Map).................................................................	150
Changing the Tempo of Recorded Songs.............	151
Changing the Tempo Within the Song .................	151
Adjusting the Tempo While Listening to
a Song...................................................................	151
Adjusting the Tempo at a Particular
Measure ...............................................................	152
Chapter 9 Creating Music Styles 153
Creating Original Styles (User Styles) ..................	153
Creating New Styles by Combining Internal
Music Styles (Style Composer).........................	153
Creating a Style from a Song You Composed
Yourself (Style Converter) ................................	155
Saving a User Style ..................................................	158
Deleting Saved User Styles ...............................	159
Copying Styles on External Memories to
the User Memory .....................................................	160
Copying Styles Saved in the User Memory
to External Memories ........................................	160
Chapter 10 Various Settings .......	161
Changing the Settings for One-Touch
Arranger....................................................................	161
Procedure ............................................................	161
Adjusting the Keyboard Touch
(Key Touch).........................................................	161
Changing Music Styles Without
Changing the Tone or Tempo (One Touch
Setting).................................................................	162
Changing the Keyboard’s Split Point
(Split Point) .........................................................	162
Changing How Chords Are Played and
Specified (Arranger Config) .............................	162
Placing a Marker in the Middle of a Measure .....	164
Changing the Settings for the Count ....................	164
Other Settings...........................................................	165
Procedure ............................................................	165
Changing the Tuning (Tuning) ........................	166
Assigning Functions to Pedals and
Performance Pads (Pedal Setting/

Contents

User Functions) ..................................................	167
Changing the Bend Range (Pedal Setting) .....	169
Changing Standard Pitch (Master Tune)........	170
Changing the Language (Language)...............	170
Selecting Images To Be Shown on the KR
and External Displays
(User Image Display).........................................	170
Changing the Screen Message When the
Power Is Turned On (Opening Message).......	171
Remembering the Settings Even When the
Power is Turned Off (Memory Backup) .........	171
Restoring the Factory Settings
(Factory Reset)....................................................	172
Changing the Functions of the Remote
Control’s Buttons ...............................................	172
Changing the Infrared Transmission
Function Settings................................................	174
Calibrating the Touch Screen
(Touch Screen)....................................................	175
Changing the Part That Makes the Keys Move
(Only for Instrument Equipped with
Moving Key).............................................................	175
Changing the CD Settings (Only for
Instrument Equipped with CD Drive) .................	177
Setting the Type of CD To Be Played Back ....	177
Showing a Series of Images on an External
Display (Slide Show)...............................................	178
Running a Slide Show of Images Stored
on External Memory..........................................	178
Changing Slide Shows ......................................	178
Setting the Image Display Duration................	179
Selecting the Part to Which the Effect is
Added (EffectsPart).................................................	179
Formatting the User Memory ................................	180
Automatically Starting the Quick Tour................	180
Adjusting the Piano Designer Resonance ............	181
Disabling Functions Other Than Piano
Performance (Panel Lock) ......................................	181
Detailed Song Playback Settings ...........................	182
Changing the Tone Settings When Playing
Back Songs (Play Mode)....................................	182
Viewing Song Information
(Information) ......................................................	182
Hiding the Lyrics (Lyrics).................................	182
Changing the Parts Assigned to the Track
Buttons During SMF Playback
(Track Assign) ....................................................	183
Chapter 11 Connecting External
Devices..........................................	185
Connecting an External Display or
Television..................................................................	185
Connecting an External Display ......................	185

Connecting a Television....................................	186
Changing the Settings for Showing Images
with the External Display and the Television
(External Display) ..............................................	186
Explanation of Each Items ................................	187
Connecting Video Equipment (V-LINK) .............	187
Using the V-LINK function ..............................	187
Connecting MIDI Devices ......................................	188
Connectors ..........................................................	188
Making the Connections ...................................	188
Performing in Ensemble with MIDI Instruments
(MIDI Ensemble)......................................................	189
MIDI Settings............................................................	189
Selecting the Transmit Channel
(Tx Channel) .......................................................	190
Disconnecting the Internal Sound Generator
and Keyboard (Local Control) .........................	190
Sending Tone Change Messages
(Program Change/Bank Select MSB/Bank
Select LSB) ...........................................................	191
Sending Recorded Performance Data to a MIDI
Device (Composer MIDI Out)................................	191
Connecting to Audio Equipment ..........................	191
Connectors ..........................................................	191
Making the Connections ...................................	192
Connecting External Speakers ...............................	194
Changing the Aux Output Jacks Settings.......	194
Setup Examples With Surround Set to
“Surround” or “Ensemble” ..............................	194
Connecting a Computer..........................................	195
Connect to the MIDI Connectors .....................	195
Connect to the USB Connector.........................	195
Making the Settings for the USB Driver .........	196
Appendices ...................................	197
Troubleshooting.......................................................	197
Error Messages.........................................................	201
Tone List....................................................................	202
Drum Set List............................................................	205
Effects List.................................................................	209
Music Style List (KR117).........................................	210
Music Style List (KR115).........................................	211
Chord List .................................................................	212
Internal Song List.....................................................	214
Parameters Stored to Internal Memory ................	216
Music Files That the KR Can Use ..........................	217
The KR allows you to use the following
music files............................................................	217
About the KR Sound Generator.......................	217
Main Specifications..................................................	219
Index ..............................................	221

Panel Descriptions

3	5	7	9	11	12	14	18	19	20

2 4 6 8 10 13 15 16 17 21 22

Power

* The KR117 is the model that was used for producing all of the panel depictions that appear within this Owner’s Manual.

1.[Power] switch

Pressed to switch the power on and off (p. 21).

*The KR115’s [Power] switch is located at the left of the keyboard.

2.[Volume] knob

Adjusts the overall volume (p. 22).

3.[Sound Control] button

Add liveliness to the sound to give it superb clarity and distinctness (p. 43).

4.[Brilliance] knob

Adjusts the brightness of the sound (p. 22).

5.[Part Balance] button

This adjusts the relative volume levels of each of the performance parts (p. 73).

6.[Balance] knob

Changes the volume balance for sounds played with the keyboard and for songs and accompaniments (p. 73).

7.[Transpose] button

Transposes the pitch of the keyboard or the song being played (p. 102).

8.[Vocal Effects] Button

Applies a variety of effects to vocals from the microphone (p. 47).

9.[Surround/Reverb] button

Adds reverberation to the sound (p. 34).

Adds three-dimensional breadth to the sound (p. 36).

10.[User Program] button

Stores the selected functions and states of the buttons (p. 130).

Performance Pads

11.[Style Orchestrator] button

This is used to change the arrangement type for automatic accompaniment with the Performance Pads (p. 69).

12.[User Function] button

This is used to assign a variety of functions to the Performance Pads (p. 167).

13.[1]–[3] buttons

The operation of each is changed depending on the buttons numbered 11-12.

14.Music Style buttons

Selects a Music Style for automatic accompaniment (p. 61).

Pressing the [User] button selects a User Style that you’ve made yourself or a Music Style on external memory (p. 63).

15.Fill In buttons

Inserts a fill-in in an automatic accompaniment and changes the accompaniment pattern (p. 68).

[To Variation] button [To Original] button

16.[Intro/Ending] button

Play an intro or ending during automatic accompaniment (p. 65).

17.[Start/Stop] button

Starts and stops automatic accompaniment (p. 65).

18.[Count/Marker] button

You can change the count settings (p. 67, p. 96). These allow you to add and move markers in the notation as well as repeat playback of song segments simply and easily (p. 98).

19.Beat indicator

This lights up in correspondence with the beat of the selected song or accompaniment.

20.[Metronome] button

Activates the built-in metronome (p. 54).

21.Tempo [-] [+] buttons

Adjusts the tempo.

Press the [-] and [+] buttons at the same time to return to the original tempo.

Panel Descriptions

23	24	27	28	31	32	38	40

2526

33 34 35 36 37

22.Main Buttons

→See the Quick Start [Song/File] button

Use this button to select internal songs or songs from external memories (p. 75).

[DigiScore] button

Displays notations (p. 87).

[Visual Lesson] button

You can use the practice function.

[Piano Designer] button (p. 181)

[Music Assistant] button [Super Tones] button

23.Touch Screen

This lets you perform a variety of operations just by touching the screen (p. 25).

24.Dial

Use this to change on-screen values.

25.[Exit] button

Returns you to the previous screen.

26.[Option] button

Displays a screen for advance function settings.

27.Contrast knob

Adjusts the contrast of the screen (p. 25).

28.[Tone] buttons

They are used to choose the kinds of tones (tone groups) played by the keyboard (p. 28).

[Piano] button [Organ] button [Guitar/Bass] button [Strings] button [Sax/Brass] button [Voice] button

30.[Melody Intelligence] button

Adds harmony to the sounds played with the keyboard (p. 70).

Record/Playback

31.[Menu] button

You can select functions for playing back, recording or editing a song (p. 111,p. 136, p. 153, p. 182).

32.Track buttons

Used to play back or record each track of a song (p. 97, p. 110).

33.[ (Reset)] button

Resets the song playback-start location to the beginning of the song.

34.[ (Play/Stop)] button

Starts and stops playback or recording a song.

35.[ (Rec)] button

When pressed, this button places the instrument in recording standby (p. 105, p. 136).

36.[ (Bwd)] button

Rewinds the song.

37.[ (Fwd)] button

Fast-forwards the song.

38.Infrared Receiver

Point the remote control at this sensor when using the remote control to operate the KR (p. 85).

39.[Wonderland/Game] button

Here you can learn about instruments while having fun.

→ See the Quick Start

40.External Memory port

Connects an external memory to play (p. 75) and save songs (p.

29.One Touch Program button

[Piano] button

Makes the optimal settings for a piano performance (p. 27).

[Arranger] button

Makes the optimal settings for playing with automatic accompaniment (p. 58).

113).

*Be sure to close the cover of the External Memory port after connecting external memory to the External Memory port.

Panel Descriptions

Jack Panel (Left Side of Bottom Panel)

fig.panelRear

Jack Panel (Front)


1	2	3	4	5	6	7
Jack Panel (Rear)				11

1.Phones jacks

A set of headphones can be connected here (p. 23).

2.Mic Volume knob

Adjusts the volume level for the microphone (p. 23).

3.Mic jack

Used for connecting microphones (p. 23).

4.Aux Input jacks

You can connect other sound generating devices or audio equipment here and have their sound be played through the KR’s speakers (p. 193).

This is also used for transmitting and receiving performance data included in player piano data. (p. 127).

5.MIDI Out/In connectors

9.Pedal connector

Connect the pedal cord here (p. 21).

10.Input jacks

You can connect other sound generating devices or audio equipment here and have their sound be played through the KR’s speakers (p. 191).

11.Aux Output jacks

You can connect amps and external speakers here and play accompaniment or surround sound (p. 194).

12.Main Output jacks

These jacks can be connected to your audio system to enjoy more powerful sound (p. 191).

13.Balanced Out (Fixed) jacks

Connect to external MIDI devices to exchange performance data (p. 188).

6.USB connector

You can connect a computer and exchange performance data between the instrument and the computer (p. 178, p. 195).

7.Expression Pedal jack

You can connect an expression pedal (optional EV-7) to use this as an expression pedal.

8.AC inlet

Connect the included power cord to this inlet (p. 21).

This provides balanced audio signal output. Connect a mixer or other such device here (p. 122).

14.Video Out jack

Connect a television here. This allows you to display the Song Select screen, slide show, lyrics, and notations on the connected television set (p. 185).

This cannot be used simultaneously with the Ext Display connector.

15.Ext Display connector

Connect a external display here. You can display the Song Select screen, slide show, lyrics, and notations on the external display (p. 185).

This cannot be used simultaneously with the Video Out jack.

Panel Descriptions

Right Side of Bottom Panel

CD Drive (Instrument with Moving Key)

fig.panelbottom

16.Access Indicator

This indicator will light when the inserted CD is being read.

17.Disc tray

Place the CD to be loaded on this tray.

18.Emergency eject hole

This hole allows the disc tray to be opened in case of an emergency.

19.Eject button

Press this button to eject the CD.

*You cannot eject the CD unless the power is on.

20.Serial connector

Connect a external equipment here.

Bottom Panel (Front Right)

fig.panelUSB

21.Floppy disk drive connector

Connects an optional floppy disk drive to play and save songs.

*Use floppy disk drive available from Roland.

*Attach the floppy disk drive to left of CD drive. For details of the attachment, refer to the owner’s manual of the floppy disk drive.

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Before You

Before You Start Playing

Opening and Closing the Top (KR117)

Opening only the front top

Children must not be permitted to open or close the top on their own—adult supervision is required. Because the top is very heavy, always use two or more people when opening and closing the top, and be sure to handle it carefully.

1.Lift the right front (the upper note side: A in the figure) of the board with both hands, fold it back, and then lay

it down slowly on the top.

fig.

Opening both the front top and the top

2.Follow Step 1 to open the front top. Then lift the right front (the upper note side B: in the figure) of the board

with both hands.

fig.

3. While holding up the top with one hand, lift up the top

stick and insert its end into the appropriate top slip.

fig.

Do not move the piano with the top in the open position. The top stick may disengage from the socket, causing the top to fall.

When opening the top, be careful not to open it too far. Opening the top at an angle in excess of 30 degrees may damage the unit, or cause the top to drop. Also, before opening the top, make sure that no one is in the path of the top as it is opened.

About the Topsticks and Topslip

The KR117 has two topsticks, each a different length.

You can use the different topsticks to change the amount the top is left open.

fig.

Long top stick

Short top stick

The topsticks and topslip work together as illustrated below. The long top stick: for inner top slip (C)

The short top stick: for outer top slip (D)

If you use the wrong top slip, the top stick could slip out of the top slip, causing the top to fall. Make sure that the end of the top stick is inserted securely into the top slip.

To close the top, reverse the opening procedure.

Before You Start Playing

Opening and Closing the Top
(KR115)	Do not move the piano with the top in the open position. The top

	stick may disengage from the socket, causing the top to fall.

Raising the Music Rest

1.Gently raise the music rest, then secure it in place.

2.To collapse the stand, fold in the metal fittings while supporting the stand with both hands and gently fold down the stand.

Always be sure to put the music rest in the upright position before opening and raising the piano top. Be sure to leave the music rest in the upright position before closing the piano top.

Open the Top board

Children must not be permitted to open or close the top on their own—adult supervision is required.

3. Lift the right front (the upper note side: A in the figure) of the board with both hands, fold it up.

fig.

To close the top, reverse the opening procedure.

Raising the Music Rest

KR117

fig.

1.Open the front top.

2.Hold the music rest with both hands, then raise it forward.

3.Place the music rest prop, at the rear of the music rest, into a slot.

KR115

fig.

(1)

(2)

4. While holding up the top with one hand, lift up the top stick and insert its end into the appropriate top slip.

fig.

1.Gently raise the music rest, then secure it in place as shown in the figure.

2.To collapse the stand, fold in the metal fittings while supporting the stand with both hands and gently fold down the stand.

When opening the top, be careful not to open it too far. Opening the top at an angle in excess of 20 degrees may damage the unit, or cause the top to drop. Also, before opening the top, make sure that no one is in the path of the top as it is opened.

You Before

Playing Start

Start Playing

Before You

Before You Start Playing

■ Using the Music Holders

(KR115)

You can use the holders to hold pages in place.

When not using the holders, leave them folded down.

fig.mu_stand4

Installing Batteries in the

Remote Control

Install the batteries provided in the remote control.

fig.Remote Control-1.j

Opening and Closing the Lid

1.When opening the lid, use both hands to gently lift the lid and slide it inward.

2.When closing the lid, be sure to use both hands to grasp the lid, slowly pulling it down towards you, and gently lower it until it stops (fully closed).

When opening and closing the lid, be careful not to let your fingers get caught. Small children should use it only under the supervision of an adult.

When moving the piano, for safety’s sake be sure to close the lid first.

NOTE

Make sure you don’t have anything (such as sheet music) on the keyboard when you close the lid.

Remote Control’s (Rear)

Remote

Control’s

Cover

1.Open the battery cover on the back of the remote control.

2.Insert the supplied AA batteries, as shown in the figure of remote control.

3.Close the battery cover.

NOTE

Be careful to observe the correct polarity (+, - direction) when installing the batteries.

For more information on the remote control button functions, refer to “Using the Remote Control” (p. 84).

KR117

fig.

NOTE

Although the KR117’s cover is designed to close slowly when you let go of it, it will close immediately if it has been opened only slightly. Take care not to catch or pinch your fingers in the cover.

KR115

fig.

		Before You Start Playing
Connecting the Power Cord		Connect the Pedal Cable
b Screw		Insert the pedal cable into the Pedal connector on the
b Screw		jack panel of the KR.
		jack panel of the KR.
c	Screw	fig.00-01
c	Screw
e	Cord Cramp

You Before

Playing Start

KR117 A

KR115

1.Connect the supplied power cord to the AC inlet jack.

2.Connect the pedal cord to the Pedal jack.

3.Cramp the power cord and pedal cord with Cord Cramp e and screw b at A (see the picture above).

4.Cramp the power cord and pedal cord with Cord Cramp e and screw c at B, C and D (see the picture above).

5.Plug the power cord into an AC outlet.

Turning the Power On and Off

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NOTE

Turn on power to your various devices in the order specified. By turning on devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to speakers and other devices.

To turn the power on, turn the [Volume] knob all the

way down, and then press the [Power] switch.

The power will turn on.

After a few seconds, you will be able to play the keyboard to produce sound.

Use the [Volume] knob to adjust the volume.

942

NOTE

This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after power up is required before the unit will operate normally.

fig.00-06.e

KR117

Power

KR115

Power

To turn the power off, turn the [Volume] knob all the

way to the left, and press the [Power] switch.

The power will be turned off.

945

*If you need to turn off the power completely, first turn off the POWER switch, then unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Refer to “Power Supply” (p. 6).

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Before You

Before You Start Playing

About the Pedals

The pedals have the following functions, and are used mainly for piano performance.

fig.00-08.e

Soft Pedal

Damper Pedal

Sostenuto Pedal

Damper pedal (right pedal)

While this pedal is pressed, notes will be sustained even after you take your fingers off the keys.

The length of the sustain changes subtly according to the extent to which the pedal is depressed.

On an acoustic piano, holding down the damper pedal will allow the remaining strings to resonate in sympathy with the sounds that you played from the keyboard, adding a rich resonance.

The KR simulates this damper resonance.

Adjusting the Sound’s

Volume and Brilliance

Turn the [Volume] knob to adjust the overall volume.

Turn the [Brilliance] knob to adjust the brightness of the sound.

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Min

Max

Mellow Bright

You can use the remote control to change the volume.

You can change the amount of resonance applied with the damper

pedal. Please refer to “Adjusting the Piano Designer Resonance” (p. 181).

Sostenuto pedal (center pedal)

This pedal sustains only the sounds of the keys that were already played when you pressed the pedal.

Soft pedal (left pedal)

When you hold down this pedal and play the keyboard, the sound will have a softer tone.

You can assign functions to the pedal. Refer to “Assigning Functions to

Pedals and Performance Pads (Pedal Setting/User Functions)” (p. 167).

Before You Start Playing

Connecting Headphones

The KR has two jacks for plugging in headphones. This allows two people to listen through headphones simultaneously, making it very useful for lessons and performing piano pieces for four hands. Additionally, this allows you to play without bothering others around you, even at night.

Plug the headphones into the Phones jack located at the

bottom left of the piano.

Connecting headphones will automatically mute the sound from the internal speakers.

The headphone volume is adjusted by the [Volume] knob of the KR.

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NOTE

Use Stereo headphones.

Some Notes on Using Headphones

•To prevent damage to the cord, handle the headphones only by the headset or the plug.

•Connecting the headphones when the volume of connected equipment is turned up may result in damage to the headphones. Lower the volume on the KR before plugging in the headphones.

•Listening at excessively high volume levels will not only damage the headphones, but may also cause hearing loss. Use the headphones at a moderate volume level.

Connecting a Microphone

You can connect a microphone into the Mic jack, and enjoy karaoke with the KR.

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1.Connect a microphone (sold separately) to the Mic jack on the lower-left area of the instrument.

2.Rotate the [Mic Volume] knob in front of the Mic jack to adjust the volume level for the microphone.

3.Adjust the mic echo (p. 48).

Some Notes on Using a Microphone

•Be careful of high volume levels when using mikes late at night or early in the morning.

•When connecting a microphone to the KR, be sure to lower the volume. If the volume control is too high when the microphone is plugged in, noise may be produced by

the speakers.

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•Howling could be produced depending on the location of microphones relative to speakers. This can be remedied by:

-Changing the orientation of the microphone.

-Relocating microphone at a greater distance from speakers.

-Lowering volume levels.

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Connecting an External

Display

You can connect a computer monitor or other such external display to the instrument, and display notations and lyrics on the larger screen, and display whatever images as you like.

For more about the external display settings, refer to “Changing the Settings for Showing Images with the External Display and the Television (External Display)” (p. 186). For more on displaying images, refer to “Selecting Images To Be Shown on the KR and External Displays (User Image Display)” (p. 170)

If your instrument came with a remote control, you can use the remote control to switch screens. For more information, refer to “Using the Remote Control” (p. 84).

Displays That Can Be Connected to This Instrument

In general, a great many of the VGA monitors and multiscan monitors that are available on the market are compatible with this instrument. However, before you connect any monitor, make sure it meets the following specifications:

•	Resolution	640 x 480 pixels
•	Horizontal scan frequency	31.5 kHz
•	Vertical scan frequency	60 Hz
•	Connector	3-row, 15-pin D-Sub type
•	Signal	Analog

2.Use display cable (sold separately) to connect the display to the Ext Display connector on the KR.

3.Turn on the KR.

4.Turn on the connected display.

For more on handling the external display, refer to your display’s

owner’s manual.

Turning the Power Off

After use, turn off the power using the following procedure.

1.Turn the volume all the way down on the KR.

2.Turn off the KR.

3.Turn off the connected display.

NOTE

Confirm that the display to be used is compatible with the frequencies mentioned above. Using a display that is not compatible with the above frequencies may result in incorrect image output when images move, and in certain cases may even damage the display.

■ Making the Connections

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NOTE

To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all devices before making any connections.

D-sub 15 pin		D-sub 15 pin
	(Mini)	(Mini)

KR’s Jack Panel	Display Cable
Ext Display Connector	(Sold separately)

External Display

1.Turn off the power to the KR and the display to be connected.

Before You Start Playing

About the Touch Screen

The KR makes use of a touch screen.

This lets you carry out a wide variety of actions just by touching the screen lightly.

NOTE

The touch screen is operated by touching it lightly with your finger. Pressing hard, or using a hard object can damage the touch screen. Be careful not to press too hard, and be sure to use only your fingers to operate the touch screen.

NOTE

The positioning of the touch screen may become displaced due to changes in the surrounding environment and over time. If this happens, follow the steps in “Calibrating the Touch Screen (Touch Screen)” (p. 175) to correct the pointer position.

NOTE

Do not place items on the touch screen.

Main Screens

■ Piano Screen

Immediately after the power is turned on, the Piano screen like the one below is displayed. For details, refer to p. 27.

■ Basic Screen

The following screen is called Basic screen.

Song name or

Tempo Music Style name Beat Measure

■Adjusting the Contrast of the Screen

To adjust the contrast of the screen, turn the Contrast

knob located at the right side of the screen.

The Tone names are selected appear.

These information are displayed, when you use the automatic accompaniment.

You can usually display this screen by pressing [Exit] button several times.

Follow either of the procedures described below to display it.

•Press the One Touch Program [Arranger] button.

The Basic screen appears and the settings are made for automatic accompaniment.

•Press the One Touch Program [Piano] button, then press one of the Tone buttons, then press the [Exit] button.

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■ Using the Main Icons

You can many other screens besides the Basic screen to do

things. The on-screen graphics that appear three dimensional

work like buttons. These are called “Icons.”

The main icons you can use on these screens are as follows.

Some screens consist on two or more pages. You can display the next page or the previous page of the screen by touching these icons.

When you select an internal song or music files that includes the lyrics data, this icon appears in the Piano screen or Basic screen. Touch this to display the lyrics.

NOTE

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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■The [Option] Button and The [Exit] Button

The [Option] Button

This displays a screen for advance function settings.

The screen that opens differs depending on the screen that was displayed when the button was pressed.

The [Exit] Button

Touch to cancel the settings currently being made and close the screen displayed. Normally, pressing the [Exit] button one or more times returns you to the Basic screen.

■ The Scroll Bar and The Page

Icon

The Song and Tone selection screens feature a scroll bar at the right of the screen list, with page icons at the top and bottom of the scroll bar.

Page icon

Scroll bar

Page icon

Touch the scroll bar and drag up and down to scroll through the list.

Touch the page icons <> <> to change pages.

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Playing the Keyboard Like a Piano

(One-Touch Piano)

You can create the optimal settings for a piano performance with the press of a single button.

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1. Press the One Touch Program [Piano] button.

A “Piano screen” like the one shown below will appear.

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When you press the One Touch Program [Piano] button, the KR will switch to the following settings, regardless of the current panel settings.

•If the keyboard has been split into upper and lower sections (p. 32), the keyboard returns to a single section.

•The pedals return to their usual functions (p. 22).

•The Grand Piano sound is automatically selected.

•The effect is automatically set to “Damper Resonance” (p. 46).

Since this instrument faithfully reproduces real acoustic piano action and response, keys played in the top one-and-one- half-octave range continue to resonate, regardless of the damper pedal action, and the tone in this range is audibly different. The Key Transpose setting (p. 102) can also be used to change the range that is unaffected by the damper pedal.

You can change the piano performance settings by touching the [Piano Designer] button. For more details, refer to “[Piano Designer] Button” in the Quick Start.

When you select an internal song or music file that includes

the lyrics data, < > appears in the Piano screen or Basic screen. Touch this to display the lyrics.

< > appears in the Piano screen or Basic screen when headphones are connected. You can add threedimensional breadth to the sound from the headphones (p. 39).

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Performing with a Variety of Tones (Tone Buttons)

The KR comes with a many built-in instrument sounds and effects. This lets you enjoy perform in a wide range of musical styles.

The built-in sounds are called “Tones.” The sounds are organized into six tone groups, which are assigned to the Tone buttons.

For more about the names of

Tones, take a look at the “Tone

List” (p. 202).

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1. Press any one of the Tone buttons to select a tone group.

You’ll see that button’s indicator light up.

The screen displays the tone names included in the tone group you’ve selected.

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This screen is called the “Tone selection screen.”

Tones indicated by is called an “EX voice.” These voices are especially recommended.

Tones indicated by mark is the 88-key multisampled piano tone.

Tones indicated by the red or mark produce the “Key Off Sound.” What “Key Off Sound” does is recreate the tonal changes produced when the fingers are released from the keys.

Tones indicated by the blue icon sound “playing noises” when some keys are played. “Playing noises” refer to noises such as the sound of guitar strings as they are rubbed and other sounds that enhance realism in performance expression.

Tones indicated by “GS” is GS tones.

Touch and drag up and down in the scroll bar to scroll through the screen and display other tones.

Touch the page icons <> <> to change pages.

You can touch <Audition> for an audio demonstration of a particular tone.

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You can touch the scroll bar and drag up and down to scroll through the list. You can touch <Effects> to add effect sounds to a variety of tones (p. 46). You can do searches for tones according to search parameters or by name by touching <Search> (p. 30).

2. Touch a tone name to select the tone.

You’ll hear the tone you’ve selected when you play the keyboard.

You can use the dial to scroll through the screen as you switch the Tones to be played.

3. Press the [Exit] button.

This returns you to the Basic screen or the previous screen.

■ Playing Percussion Instruments or Sound Effects

You can use the keyboard to play percussion sounds or effects like sirens and animal

sounds.

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1. Press the [Super Tones] button and watch the indicator light up.

2. Touch < > < > several times to display the “Drums” screen or the “SFX (SOUND EFFECT)” screen.

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	Touch here to switch these screens.
Drums screen	SFX screen

Each note of the keyboard will play a different sound.

You can also have play sounds by touching the screen.

You can select other drum tones by pressing the < > or < > buttons.

3. Press the [Exit] button several times.

This returns you to the Basic screen or the previous screen.

The combination of sounds assigned to the keyboard varies according to the drum set. Take a look at the “Drum Set List” (p. 205) and “SFX Set”(p. 208).

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■ Using Keywords to Search for Tones (Tone Search)

You can search for tones that match the conditions you set for instrument or musical style. You can also search the tones using the first character of the tone name.

1. Press any Tone button.

The tone selection screen appears.

2. Touch <Search>.

The following “Tone search screen” appears.

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Condition Search screen

Name Search screen

Touch here to switch these screens.

Searching by Conditions

3. Touch <Category> or <Genre>, then use the dial to select the search

conditions.

4. Touch <Search>.

The search results appear in the display.

Touch the tone name to select the tone.

After selecting the tone, press the [Exit] button several times to return to the tone selection screen.

Searching by Tone Name

3 Touch <By Name>.

Touch <By Key> to go to the condition search screen.

4. Decide which character is to be used for the search.

The selected character appears in the middle of the screen.

Enter the character you’re searching for. For example, touching <ABC> in succession cycles you through the available choices in that character group (“A”→”B”→”C”...). Touching <A-0> selects the type of character. Each time you touch <A-0>, the character switches between alphabets and numerals.

5. Touch <Search>.

The search results appear in the display.

Touch the tone name to select the Tone.

Press the [Exit] button several times to return to the Basic screen or the previous screen.

In condition search, tones

satisfying all of the selected

search criteria are sought.

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IMPORTANT NOTES

Introduction

Main Features

How To Use This Manual

■Conventions Used in This Manual

Contents

Panel Descriptions

Performance Pads

Record/Playback

Jack Panel (Left Side of Bottom Panel)

Right Side of Bottom Panel

Before You Start Playing

Opening and Closing the Top (KR117)

Raising the Music Rest

Opening and Closing the Lid

Connecting the Power Cord

Connect the Pedal Cable

Turning the Power On and Off

About the Pedals

Connecting Headphones

Connecting a Microphone

■ Making the Connections

About the Touch Screen

Main Screens

■ Piano Screen

■ Basic Screen

■Adjusting the Contrast of the Screen

■ Using the Main Icons

■The [Option] Button and The [Exit] Button

Chapter 1 Performance

Performing with a Variety of Tones (Tone Buttons)

■ Playing Percussion Instruments or Sound Effects

■ Using Keywords to Search for Tones (Tone Search)