Roland PCR-M1 User Manual
Thank you for purchasing the MIDI keyboard controller PCR-M1.
Copyright © 2004 ROLAND CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any
form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled:
“USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES”
(OWNER’S MANUAL p. 2–4). These sections provide
important information concerning the proper operation of
the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have
gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new
unit, Owner’s manual should be read in its entirety. The
manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient
reference.
Owner’s Manual
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USING THE UNIT SAFELY
• Before using this unit, make sure to read the
instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual.
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• Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or its
AC adaptor.
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• 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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• 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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• 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.
• 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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• 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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• 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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• Protect the unit from strong impact.
(Do not drop it!)
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• 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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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 “Infor-
mation” page.
Used for instructions intended to alert
the user to the risk of injury or material
damage should the unit be used
improperly.
* Material damage refers to damage or
other adverse effects caused with
respect to the home and all its
furnishings, as well to domestic
animals or pets.
Used for instructions intended to alert
the user to the risk of death or severe
injury should the unit be used
improperly.
The ● symbol alerts the user to things that must be
carried out. The specific thing that must be done is
indicated by the design contained within the circle. In
the case of the symbol at left, it means that the power-
cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
The symbol alerts the user to important instructions
or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is
determined by the design contained within the
triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for
general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.
The symbol alerts the user to items that must never
be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that
must not be done is indicated by the design contained
within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it
means that the unit must never be disassembled.
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• Batteries must never be recharged, heated, taken
apart, or thrown into fire or water.
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• 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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• Use only the specified AC adaptor (
PSA Series
),
and make sure the line voltage at the installation
matches the input voltage specified on the AC
adaptor’s body. Other AC adaptors may use a
different polarity, or be designed for a different
voltage, so their use could result in damage,
malfunction, or electric shock.
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• Immediately turn the power off, remove the AC
adaptor from the outlet, and request servicing by
your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or
an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the
“Information” page when:
• The AC adaptor or the power-supply cord has
been damaged; or
• If smoke or unusual odor occurs
• Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been
spilled onto the unit; or
• The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise
has become wet); or
• The unit does not appear to operate normally or
exhibits a marked change in performance.
• The unit and the AC adaptor should be located so
their location or position does not interfere with
their proper ventilation.
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• At regular intervals, you should unplug the AC
adaptor and clean it by using a dry cloth to wipe
all dust and other accumulations away from its
prongs. Also, disconnect the power plug from the
power outlet whenever the unit is to remain
unused for an extended period of time. Any
accumulation of dust between the power plug and
the power outlet can result in poor insulation and
lead to fire.
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• Try to prevent cords and cables from becoming
entangled. Also, all cords and cables should be
placed so they are out of the reach of children.
• Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on
the unit.
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• Before moving the unit, disconnect the AC adaptor
and all cords coming from external devices.
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• Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and
unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet.
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• Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning
in your area, disconnect the AC adaptor from the
outlet.
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• If used improperly, batteries may explode or leak
and cause damage or injury. In the interest of
safety, please read and observe the following
precautions (p.16).
• 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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• 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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• Always grasp only the output plug or the body of
the AC adaptor when plugging into, or
unplugging from, this unit or an outlet.
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• Never handle the AC adaptor body, or its output
plugs, with wet hands when plugging into, or
unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.
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IMPORTANT NOTES
In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page 2 -3, please read and observe the
following:
Power Supply: Use of
Batteries
• 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.
• The AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after long
hours of consecutive use. This is normal, and is not a
cause for concern.
• The use of an AC adaptor is recommended as the unit’s
power consumption is relatively high. Should you prefer
to use batteries, please use the alkaline type.
• When installing or replacing batteries, always turn off the
power on this unit and disconnect any other devices you
may have connected. This way, you can prevent
malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices.
• Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the
power to all units. This will help prevent malfunctions
and/or damage to speakers or other devices.
Placement
• 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 off.
• Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near
devices that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed
vehicle, or otherwise subject it to temperature extremes.
Excessive heat can deform or discolor the unit.
• 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.
• Do not allow objects to remain on top of the keyboard.
This can be the cause of malfunction, such as keys ceasing
to produce sound.
Maintenance
• For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth
or one that has been slightly dampened with water. To
remove stubborn dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a
mild, non-abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to
wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.
• Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any
kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or
deformation.
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IMPORTANT NOTES
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 in another
MIDI device (e.g., a sequencer), or written down on paper
(when possible). During repairs, due care is taken to avoid
the loss of data. However, in certain cases (such as when
circuitry related to memory itself is out of order), we regret
that it may not be possible to restore the data, and Roland
assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.
Additional Precautions
• Please be aware that the contents of memory can be
irretrievably lost as a result of a malfunction, or the
improper operation of the unit. To protect yourself against
the risk of loosing important data, we recommend that you
periodically save a backup copy of important data you
have stored in the unit’s memory in another MIDI device
(e.g., a sequencer).
• Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents
of data that was stored in the unit's memory 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.
• When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the
connector itself—never pull on the cable. This way you will
avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cable’s internal
elements.
• To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit’s
volume at reasonable levels. You may prefer to use
headphones, so you do not need to be concerned about
those around you (especially when it is late at night).
• 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.
• Use only the specified expression pedal (EV Series; sold
separately). By connecting any other expression pedals, you
risk causing malfunction and/or damage to the unit.
Handling CD-ROMs
• 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.
* Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation.
* The screen shots in this document are used in compliance
with the guidelines of the Microsoft Corporation.
* Windows
®
is known officially as: “Microsoft
®
Windows
®
operating system.”
* Apple and Macintosh are registered trademark of Apple
Computer, Inc.
* MacOS is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
* Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
* All product names mentioned in this document are trade-
marks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
* OMS is a registered trademark of Opcode Systems, Inc.
* FreeMIDI is a trademark of Mark of the Unicorn, Inc.
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Contents
Contents of the package ....................................................... 10
Quick page reference table...................................................11
Names of things and what they do....................................... 12
Panel..................................................................................................................................... 12
Rear Panel ...........................................................................................................................15
Inserting batteries...............................................................................................................16
Setup ..................................................... 17
Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows) ........ 18
Installing the driver ...........................................................................................................18
Windows XP users ................................................................................................................ 18
Windows 2000 users .............................................................................................................23
Windows Me/98 users ......................................................................................................... 27
Settings and checking........................................................................................................28
Windows XP users ................................................................................................................ 28
Windows 2000 / Me users ................................................................................................... 29
Windows 98 users ................................................................................................................. 30
Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Macintosh) ...... 31
Mac OS X users................................................................................................................... 31
Installing the driver................................................................................................ 31
Mac OS settings....................................................................................................... 32
Software settings.....................................................................................................33
Mac OS 9 users ...................................................................................................................34
Installing the driver................................................................................................ 34
Setting the driver ....................................................................................................35
OMS settings ......................................................................................................................... 35
FreeMIDI settings .................................................................................................................38
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Contents
Operation .............................................. 41
Basic connections and MIDI flow ......................................... 42
USB connections with your computer
– Sending MIDI messages to your application –........................................................... 42
USB connections with your computer
– Using the PCR-M1 as a MIDI interface –.....................................................................43
When using a MIDI connection .......................................................................................44
Input / output devices............................................................ 45
Use MIDI functionality ........................................................... 47
Table of operating modes .................................................................................................47
Startup mode ......................................................................................................................48
PLAY mode .............................................................................................................48
Features Useful When Playing......................................................................................... 49
To switch the PCR-M1 to PLAY mode... ........................................................................... 49
Setting the MIDI Transmit Channel ................................................................................50
MIDI Channel mode (MIDI CH) .......................................................................... 50
Selecting Sounds on a Sound Module
(Sending Program Change / Bank Select Massages)...................................................52
Program Change Mode (PROGRAM CHANGE) ..............................................53
Bank mode (BANK)................................................................................................ 54
Transmitting a Reset message.......................................................................................... 55
Panic Mode (PANIC) .............................................................................................55
Changing the Memory Sets ..............................................................................................56
Memory mode (MEMORY)................................................................................... 56
Transmitting the current controller values all at once (SNAPSHOT)........................ 57
Snapshot mode (SNAPSHOT) ..............................................................................57
Assign MIDI messages (EDIT) ......................................................................................... 58
Edit mode (EDIT).................................................................................................... 58
NOTE ASSIGN ...................................................................................................................... 60
AFTERTOUCH ASSIGN .....................................................................................................62
CONTROL CHANGE ASSIGN .......................................................................................... 65
PROGRAM CHANGE ASSIGN ......................................................................................... 68
RPN / NRPN ASSIGN ......................................................................................................... 71
Sys Ex. ASSIGN ..................................................................................................................... 74
Sys Ex. ASSIGN items .......................................................................................................... 76
Examples of assigning system exclusive messages ......................................................... 79
TEMPO ASSIGN ...................................................................................................................83
Copying a MIDI message assignment (ASSIGN COPY).............................................. 84
Canceling a MIDI message assignment (NO ASSIGN)................................................85
Saving a memory set (SAVE) ...........................................................................................86
Transmitting/receiving bulk data (BULK) ....................................................................87
Protecting a memory set (PROTECT) .............................................................................90
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Contents
System settings ..................................................................... 91
F8 CLOCK ON / OFF (Keyboard: 0) ................................................................................. 92
F8 CLOCK DEFAULT TEMPO (Keyboard: 1) ................................................................. 92
F8 CLOCK PORT (Keyboard: 2) ......................................................................................... 92
KEYBOARD SENS (Keyboard: 3) ....................................................................................... 92
KEYBOARD PORT SET (Keyboard: 4) .............................................................................. 93
H-ACTIVITY ON / OFF (Keyboard: 5) ............................................................................. 93
USB MIDI DRIVER MODE (Keyboard: 6) ........................................................................ 93
STARTUP MEMORY (Keyboard: 7) .................................................................................. 93
FACTORY RESET (Keyboard: 8) ........................................................................................ 94
MIDI I/F MODE (Keyboard: 9) .......................................................................................... 94
VALUE ENCODER (Keyboard: A) .................................................................................... 95
V-LINK mode ..........................................................................96
Appendices ............................................ 97
Memory sets........................................................................... 98
GM2 set (MEMORY: 0) ............................................................................................... 98
MCR-8 MODE 3 (SONAR) SET ................................................................................. 99
MCR-8 MODE 4 (Cubase 5/SX) SET ......................................................................100
H-COMPATIBLE (ProTools LE, Digital Performer) SET
(MEMORY: 9) ............................................................................................................. 101
GS SET ......................................................................................................................... 101
XG SET ........................................................................................................................103
Troubleshooting................................................................... 104
Problems related to the USB driver...............................................................................104
Problems when using the PCR-M1 ...............................................................................110
MIDI implementation............................................................ 112
Main specifications.............................................................. 117
index...................................................................................... 118
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Memo
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Contents of the package
The PCR-M1 includes the following items. When you open the package, first make sure that all items are
included. If any are missing, contact the dealer where you purchased the PCR-M1.
●
USB MIDI Keyboard Controller PCR-M1
fig.PCR-M1
●
USB cable
Use this to connect the USB connector of your computer with the USB connector of the
PCR-M1. For details on connections and driver installation, refer to
Setup
(
Windows
: p. 18 /
Macintosh
: p. 31).
* Please use only the included USB cable. If you require a replacement due to loss or damage, please contact a
“EDIROL/Roland Service Center” listed in the “Information” section at the end of this manual.
●
Pedal Adaptor Cable (2 cables)
Use these to connect pedal controllers (sold separately) to the [P1] and [P2] jacks on the rear panel of
the PCR-M1.
●
CD-ROM
This contains drivers and editors for use with the PCR-M1.
●
Template sheets (two sheets)
One of these templates lists the messages that are assigned to the knobs and sliders (controllers) by
GM2 memory (memory no. 0). A blank sheet is also included for you to make a note of your own
controller settings.
●
Gig Bag
●
Owner’s Manual
This is the manual you are reading. Please keep it on hand for reference.
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Quick page reference table
Before you begin
Driver Installation
p. 18, p. 31
Settings p. 45
Names of things and what they do p. 12
Table of operating modes p. 47
System settings p. 91
Using the MIDI functionality
Startup mode p. 48
Features Useful When Playing p. 49
Pitch Bend p. 49
Modulation p. 49
Octave Shift p. 49
Transpose p. 49
Setting the MIDI Transmit Channel p. 50
Selecting Sounds on a Sound Module p. 52
Transmitting a Reset message p. 55
Changing memory sets p. 56
Transmitting the current controller values all at once p. 57
Assign MIDI messages p. 58
Note Assign p. 60
Aftertouch Assign p. 62
Control Change Assign p. 65
Program Change Assign p. 68
RPN/NRPN Assign p. 71
Sys Ex. Assign p. 74
Tempo Assign p. 83
Copying a MIDI message assignment p. 84
Canceling a MIDI message assignment p. 85
Saving a memory set p. 86
Transmitting/receiving bulk data p. 87
Protecting a memory set p. 90
Making system settings
F8 Clock p. 92
KEYBOARD SENS p. 92
Keyboard Port Set p. 93
H-Activity On / Off p. 93
USB MIDI Driver Mode p. 93
Startup Memory p. 93
Factory Reset p. 94
MIDI I/F MODE p. 94
VALUE ENCODER p. 95
Trouble Shooting
Problems related to the USB driver p. 104
Problems when using the PCR-M1 p. 110
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Names of things and what they do
Panel
Value knob
This knob controls the parameter that is assigned by the system settings. Turning the encoder
specifies the value.
SHIFT Button
Use this in conjunction with other buttons
MEMORY / PGM CHANGE Button
MIDI CH / BANK SEL Button
EDIT Button
Used to assign MIDI messages to the controllers.
Display
Indicates the current status and various other information.
Press the [MEMORY] Button
Accesses memories that are stored within the PCR-M1.
Press the
[SHIFT]
so it is lit, and
then press the
[MEMORY]
.
Transmits program change messages on the current channel.
Press the [MIDI CH] Button
Specifies the transmission channel (
“current channel”
) for the
keyboard and bender.
Press the
[SHIFT]
so it is lit, and
then press the
[MIDI CH]
.
Transmits bank select messages on the current channel.
Number
Indicates the current value of the function assigned to the VALUE encoder by the sys-
tem parameter settings.
In addition, operating a controller will cause its current value to appear in the display
for a time.
USB
Lights if the PCR-M1 is connected to your computer via USB.
DATA OUT
This will blink when MIDI messages are transmitted via USB or MIDI OUT.
HEX
Lights when the value shown in the display is hexadecimal.
fig.panel-1
1
6
2
43
5
1
2
3
4
5
6
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Names of things and what they do
Controllers [R1] – [R8], [S1] ([SHIFT] + [R1]) – [S8] ([SHIFT] + [R8])
You can assign MIDI messages to these controllers.
(
➝
Edit mode (EDIT)
(p. 58))
When the
[SHIFT]
button is unlit (SHIFT OFF), these controllers correspond to [R1]--[R8]. When
the button is lit (SHIFT ON), they correspond to [S1]--[S8].
fig.panel-2
7
7
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Names of things and what they do
DEC Button
Decreases the value of a setting by one (except
in
PLAY mode
(p. 48)).
INC Button
Increases the value of a setting by one (except
in
PLAY mode
(p. 48)).
V-LINK Button
The V-LINK function (p. 96) will turn on when
you press the [V-LINK] button (B3) while the
[SHIFT] button is lit (SHIFT ON).
HEX Button
When not in
PLAY mode
(p. 48), sets the input
mode to Hexadecimal (Hexadecimal input
mode).
DECIMAL Button
When not in
PLAY mode
(p. 48), sets the input
mode to Decimal (Decimal input mode).
Controllers [B1] – [B6], [L1] – [L3]
You can assign MIDI messages to these
controllers.(
➝
p. 58)
TRANSPOSE / ENTER Button
Use
[TRANSPOSE]
+
[OCTAVE -/+]
to
transpose the pitch of the keyboard in
semitone steps. Also, in any mode except
PLAY mode, it functions as the
[ENTER]
button, which you need to press to confirm the
settings you’ve made.
OCTAVE - / + Button
Press
[OCTAVE - / +]
to shift the pitch of the
keyboard up or down in steps of an octave.
When not in PLAY mode, use these buttons to
return to the previous setting item (the
[BACK]
button) or to cancel the setting and
return to PLAY mode (the
[CANCEL]
button).
MODULATION Controller
This button can be used to apply vibrato.
PITCH Bender
This switch can be used to modify the pitch.
fig.panel-3
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14
8
109
13
16
17
15
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
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Names of things and what they do
Rear Panel
Security Slot( )
http://www.kensington.com/
Controllers [EXPRESS (P2)] and [HOLD(P1)]
You can connect the appropriate type of pedals to these jacks and use them as controllers.
* * Use the included converter cables to connect your pedals.
MIDI IN/OUT connectors
These can be connected to the MIDI connectors of other MIDI devices to transmit and receive
MIDI messages.
Power switch
USB connector
Use this when connecting the PCR-M1 to your computer via a USB cable.
AC adaptor jack
Connect the AC adaptor to this jack. Insert the plug firmly so it won’t get unplugged
accidentally.
P1 HOLD
Connect a pedal switch to this jack and use it as a Hold pedal.
P2 EXPRESS
Connect an expression pedal to this jack and use it to control tone or volume in real time.
DC
Power-on status when using the AC adaptor or batteries
* If the AC adaptor is connected and batteries are inserted, the power supplied by the AC adap-
tor is used. If you disconnect the AC adaptor, the power supplied by the batteries is used.
OFF
Power is off
USB
Power on using a USB cable (when not using the AC adaptor or batteries)
* USB(=BUS power) can be used when the PCR-M1 is connected to your computer via a USB
cable. In this case, the power will be supplied from your computer via the USB cable. To use
the PCR-M1 with bus power, set the power switch to USB.
* For some computers, the PCR-M1 may not operate if bus power is used. In this case, use the included
AC adaptor.
fig.rear
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19
20
23 24
21
22
18
19 20
21
22
23
24
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Names of things and what they do
Inserting batteries
1
Make sure that the power switch is turned off.
2
Remove the battery cover located on the rear panel of the PCR-M1.
* When turning the unit upside-down, get a bunch of newspapers or magazines, and
place them under the four corners or at both ends to prevent damage to the buttons
and controls. Also, you should try to orient the unit so no buttons or controls get
damaged.
* When turning the unit upside-down, handle with care to avoid dropping it, or
allowing it to fall or tip over.
3
Insert four AAA batteries into the battery compartment, making sure to observe the correct
polarity (+/-).
* We recommend that you use longer-life alkaline batteries.
* Do not mix new batteries with partially used batteries, and do not mix batteries of differing types.
4
Close the battery cover.
When the batteries run low, the display will indicate “Lo.” When this message appears, replace
the batteries as soon as possible.
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Setup
This section explains how to install the drivers needed for connecting the PCR to a computer,
and make the necessary settings.
Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)........... (p. 18)
Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Macintosh).......... (p. 31)
What is a driver?
A “driver” is software that transfers data between the PCR and application software running
on your computer, when your computer and the PCR are connected by a USB cable. The driver
sends data from your application to the PCR, and from the PCR to your application.
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Getting Connected and Installing Drivers
(Windows)
Installing the driver
Windows XP users
1
Disconnect all USB cables except for a USB keyboard and USB mouse (if
used).
2
Open the
System Properties
dialog box.
1.
Click the Windows
start
menu, and from the menu, select Control
Panel.
2.
In
“Pick a category”
, click
“Performance and Maintenance”
.
3.
In
“or pick a Control Panel icon”
, click the
System
icon.
fig.2-1
3
Click the
Hardware
tab, and then
click
[Driver Signing]
.
Open the
Driver Signing Options
dialog box.
4
Make sure that
“What action do you want Windows to take?”
is set to
“Ignore”
.
If it is set to
“Ignore”
, simply click
[OK]
.
If it is not set to
“Ignore”
, make a note of the current setting (“Warn” or
“Block”). Then change the setting to
“Ignore”
and click
[OK].
The installation procedure will differ depending on your system.
Please proceed to one of the following sections, depending on the system you
use.
• Windows XP users ........................................................... (p. 18)
• Windows 2000 users......................................................... (p. 23)
• Windows Me/98 users .................................................... (p. 27)
You must log on using a
user name with an
administrative account
type (e.g., Administrator).
For details on user
accounts, please consult
the system administrator
of your computer.
Depending on how your
system is set up, the
System icon may be
displayed directly in the
Control Panel (the Classic
view). In this case, double-
click the System icon.
If you changed “What
action do you want
Windows to take?”, you
must restore the previous
setting after you have
installed the driver. (If you
changed “What action do
you want Windows to
take?” (p. 21))
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5
Click
[OK]
to close the
System Properties
dialog box.
6
Exit all currently running software (applications).
Also close any open windows. If you are using virus checking or similar
software, be sure to exit it as well.
7
Prepare the CD-ROM.
Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer.
8
Click the Windows
start
menu. From the menu that appears, select
“Run...”
The
“Run...”
dialog box will appear.
fig.2-3_30
9
Specify the name of the file you want
to execute.
Enter the following into the
“Open”
field, and click
[OK]
.
(drive name) : \Driver\USB_XP2K\SETUPINF.EXE
The
SetupInf
dialog box will appear.
You are now ready to install the driver.
* In the explanatory example shown here, the drive name is given as
“D:”
. The drive
name
“D:”
may be different for your system. Specify the drive name of your CD-
ROM drive.
10
Use the USB cable to connect the PCR to your computer.
1.
Set the PCR’s power switch to the
“OFF”
position.
2.
Use the USB cable to connect the PCR to your computer.
3.
Set the PCR’s power switch to the
“USB”
position.
Near the task bar, your computer will indicate
“Found New Hardware”
.
Please wait.
11
The
Found New Hardware Wizard
will appear.
Select
“Install from a list or specific location (Advanced)”
, and click
[Next]
.
If the screen indicates
“Windows can perform
the same action each
time you insert a disk or
connect a device with
this kind of file”, click
[Cancel].
To check the drive name
Click the Start menu, and
choose My Computer from
the menu that appears. In
the window that appears,
check the drive name of
the CD-ROM drive into
which you inserted the
CD-ROM in step 7.
The drive name is the (D:)
or (E:) displayed by the
CD-ROM drive .
Once the connections have
b
een completed, turn on
power to your various
devices in the order
specified. By turning on
devices in the wrong
order, you risk causing
malfunction and/or
damage to speakers and
other devices.
This unit is equipped with
a protection circuit. A brief
interval (a few seconds)
after power up is required
b
efore the unit will operate
normally.
If the Found New
Hardware Wizard asks
you whether you want to
connect to Windows
Update, choose “No” and
then click [Next].
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fig.2-7_20
12
The screen will indicate
“Please
choose your search and
installation options”
.
Select
“Don’t search. I will choose
the driver to install”
, and click
[Next]
.
13
Make sure that the
“Model”
field indicates
“EDIROL PCR”
, and click
[Next]
. Driver installation will begin.
14
The
Insert Disk
dialog box will appear.
Click
[OK]
.
15
The
Files Needed
dialog box will appear.
Input the following into the
“Copy files from”
field, and click
[OK]
.
(drive name):\DRIVER\USB_XP2K
If the “What action do you want Windows to take?” (Step 4) setting was not set to “Ignore”, a
“Hardware Installation” dialog box will appear.
If “What action do you want Windows to take?” is set to “Warn”
A dialog box with a “!” symbol will appear.
1. Click [Continue Anyway].
2. Continue the installation.
If “What action do you want Windows to take?” is set to “Block”
A dialog box with a “x” symbol will appear.
1. Click [OK].
2. When the “Found New Hardware Wizard” appears, click [Finish].
3. Return to step 1 (p. 18) and re-install the driver from the beginning of the procedure.
The Insert Disk dialog
may not appear. In that
case, proceed to the next
step.
Specify the drive name of
your CD-ROM drive.
If the “What action do you want Windows to take?” (Step 4) setting was not set to “Ignore”, a
“Hardware Installation” dialog box will appear.
If “What action do you want Windows to take?” is set to “Warn”
A dialog box with a “!” symbol will appear.
1. Click [Continue Anyway].
2. Continue the installation.
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Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)
16
The screen will indicate
“Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard”
.
Make sure that the
“Model”
field indicates
“EDIROL PCR”
, Click
[Finish]
.
Wait until
“Found New Hardware”
appears near the taskbar.
17
When driver installation has been completed, the
System Settings Change
dialog box will appear.
Click
[Yes]
. Windows will restart automatically.
If the System Settings
Change dialog box does
not appear, restart
Windows from the Start
menu.
Depending on how your
system is set up, the
System icon may be
displayed directly in the
Control Panel (classic
view). In this case, double-
click the System icon.
If you changed “What action do you want Windows to
take?”
If you changed the What action do you want Windows to take? (p. 18)
setting, restore the original setting after Windows restarts.
1. Log on to Windows using the user name of an administrative account
(e.g., Administrator).
2. Click the Windows start menu, and from the menu that appears, select
Control Panel.
3. In “Pick a category,” click “Performance and Maintenance”.
4. In “or pick a Control Panel icon”, click the System icon. The System
Properties dialog box will appear.
5. Click the Hardware tab, and then click [Driver Signing]. The Driver
Signing Options dialog box will appear.
6. Return the What action do you want Windows to take? setting to the
original setting (either “Warn” or “Block”), and click [OK].
7. Click [OK]. The System properties dialog box will close.
This completes installation of the driver.
Next, we recommend that you enable background processing on your computer, so MIDI
processing will be as smooth as possible.(➔ Enabling background processing (p. 22))
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Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)
■
Enabling background processing
In Windows XP, make settings to enable background processing. If you fail
to make this setting, you may experience interruptions in the sound. To
ensure that MIDI processing occurs smoothly, use the following procedure to
make settings.
1
Open the
System Properties
dialog box.
1.
Click the Windows start menu, and from the menu, select Control
Panel.
2.
In
“Pick a category”
, click
“Performance and Maintenance”
.
3.
In
“or pick a Control Panel icon”
, click the
System
icon.
2
Click the
Advanced
tab.
3
At the right of the
Performance
field, click
[Settings]
.
The
Performance Options
dialog box will appear.
4
Click the
Advanced
tab.
fig.2-30a
5
In the
Processor Scheduling
field, select
“Background
services”
, and click
[OK]
.
6
In the
System Properties
dialog box, click
[OK]
.
The
System Properties
dialog box will close.
Depending on how your
system is set up, the
System icon may be
displayed directly in the
Control Panel (the Classic
view). In this case, double-
click the System icon.
Next, make device settings.
(➝Specifying the MIDI input/output destination (p. 28))
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Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)
Windows 2000 users
1
Disconnect all USB cables except for a USB keyboard and USB mouse (if
used).
2
Open the
System Properties
dialog box.
Click the Windows
Start
menu, and from the menu that appears, select
Settings | Control Panel
. In
Control Panel
, double-click the
System
icon.
fig.05-2_30
3
Click the
Hardware
tab, and then
click
[Driver Signing]
.
The
Driver Signing Options
dialog box will appear.
4
Make sure that
“File signature verification”
is set to
“Ignore”
.
If it is set to
“Ignore”
, simply click
[OK]
.
If it is not set to
“Ignore”
, make a note of the current setting (“Warn” or
“Block”). Then change the setting to
“Ignore”
and click
[OK]
.
5
Click
[OK]
to close the
System Properties
dialog box.
6
Exit all currently running software (applications).
Also close any open windows. If you are using virus checking or similar
software, be sure to exit it as well.
7
Prepare the CD-ROM.
Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer.
8
Click the Windows
Start
menu. From the menu that appears, select
“Run...”
The
“Run...”
dialog box will appear.
Log on to Windows as a
user with administrative
privileges (such as
Administrator)
If you changed “File
signature verification”,
you must restore the
previous setting after you
have installed the driver.
(➝If you changed “File
signature verification” (p.
25))
24
Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)
fig.05-5_30
9
In the dialog box that appears,
input the following into the
“Open”
field, and click
[OK]
.
(drive name):
\Driver\USB_XP2K\SETUPINF.EXE
The
SetupInf
dialog box will appear.
You are now ready to install the driver.
* In the explanatory example shown here, the drive name is given as “D:”. The drive
name
“D:”
may be different for your system. Specify the drive name of your CD-
ROM drive.
10
Use the USB cable to connect the PCR to your computer.
*
Once the connections have been completed, turn on power to your various devices in
the order specified. By turning on devices in the wrong order, you risk causing
malfunction and/or damage to speakers and other devices.
1.
Set the PCR’s power switch to the
“OFF”
position.
2.
Use the USB cable to connect the PCR to your computer.
3.
Set the PCR’s power switch to the
“USB”
position.
11
The
Insert Disk
dialog box will appear.
Click
[OK]
.
12
The
Files Needed
dialog box will appear.
Input the following into the
“Copy files from”
field, and click
[OK]
.
(drive name) : \DRIVER\USB_XP2K
To check the drive name
In the Windows desktop,
double-click the My
Computer icon. In the
window that appears,
check the drive name of
the CD-ROM drive into
which you inserted the
CD-ROM in step7.
The drive name is the (D:)
or (E:) displayed by the
CD-ROM drive .
This unit is equipped with
a protection circuit. A brief
interval (a few seconds)
after power up is required
b
efore the unit will operate
normally.
If the “File signature verification” (Step 4) setting was not set to “Ignore”, a “Digital Signature Not
Found” dialog box will appear.
If “File signature verification” is set to “Warn”
1. Click [Yes].
2. Continue the installation.
If “File signature verification” is set to “Block”
1. Click [OK].
2. When the “Found New Hardware Wizard” appears, click [Finish].
3. Return to step 1 (p. 23) and re-install the driver from the beginning of the procedure.
If the Insert Disk dialog
b
ox does not appear,
proceed to the next step.
Specify the drive name of
your CD-ROM drive.
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Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)
13
The screen will indicate
“Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard”
.
Make sure that the
“Model”
field indicates
“EDIROL PCR”
, Click
[Finish]
.
14
The
System Settings Change
dialog box may appear.
Click
[Yes]
. Windows will restart automatically.
If the
System Settings Change
dialog box does not appear, restart
Windows from the Start menu.
If the “File signature verification” (Step 4) setting was not set to “Ignore,” a “Digital Signature Not
Found” dialog box will appear.
If “File signature verification” is set to “Warn”
1. Click [Yes].
2. Continue the installation.
If the System Settings
Change dialog box does
not appear, restart
Windows from the Start
menu.
If you changed “File signature verification”
If you changed the “File signature verification” (p. 23) setting, restore
the original setting after Windows restarts.
1. After Windows restarts, log in to Windows as a user with
administrative privileges, (such as Administrator).
2. In the Windows desktop, right-click the My Computer icon, and
from the menu that appears, select Properties. The System
Properties dialog box will appear.
3. Click the Hardware tab, and then click [Driver Signing]. The Driver
Signing Options dialog box will appear.
4. Return the “File signature verification” setting to the original
setting (either “Warn” or “Block”), and click [OK].
5. Click [OK]. The System Properties dialog box will close.
This completes installation of the driver.
Next, we recommend that you enable background processing on your
computer, so MIDI processing will be as smooth as possible.
(➔ Enabling background processing (p. 26))
26
Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)
■
Enabling background processing
In Windows 2000, make settings to enable background processing. If you fail
to make this setting, you may experience interruptions in the sound. To
ensure that MIDI processing occurs smoothly, use the following procedure to
make settings.
1
Click the Windows
Start
menu, and from the menu that appears, select
Settings | Control Panel
. In
Control Panel
, double-click the
System
icon.
2
Click the
Advanced
tab.
3
At the right of the
Performance
field, click
[Performance Options]
.
The
Performance Options
dialog box will appear.
fig.back2000
4
In the
Application response
field,
choose
“Background services”
and click
[OK]
.
5
Click
[OK]
to close the
System Properties
dialog box.
Next, make device settings.
(➝Specifying the MIDI input/output destination (p. 28))
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Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)
Windows Me/98 users
1
With the PCR disconnected, start up Windows.
Disconnect all USB cables except for a USB keyboard and USB mouse (if
used).
If you are using virus checking or similar software, be sure to exit it as well.
2
Exit all currently running software (applications).
Also close any open windows. If you are using virus checking or similar
software, be sure to exit it as well.
3
Prepare the CD-ROM.
Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer.
4
Click the Windows
Start
menu. From the menu that appears, select
Run...
.
The
“Run...”
dialog box will appear.
f
5
In the dialog box that appears,
input the following into the
“Open”
field, and click
[OK]
.
(drive name) : \Driver\USB_ME98\SETUPINF.EXE
The
SetupInf
dialog box will appear.
You are now ready to install the driver.
* In the explanatory example shown here, the drive name is given as
“D:”
. The drive name
“D:”
may be different for your system. Specify the drive name of your CD-ROM drive.
6
Use the USB cable to connect the PCR to your computer.
1.
Set the PCR’s power switch to the
“OFF”
position.
2.
Use the USB cable to connect the PCR to your computer.
3.
Set the PCR’s power switch to the
“USB”
position.
The driver will be installed automatically.
7
In the SetupInf dialog box, click
[OK]
.
To check the drive name
In the Windows desktop,
double-click the My
Computer icon. In the
window that appears,
check the drive name of
the CD-ROM drive into
which you inserted the
CD-ROM in step3.
The drive name is the (D:)
or (E:) displayed by the
CD-ROM drive .
Once the connections have
b
een completed, turn on
power to your various
devices in the order
specified. By turning on
devices in the wrong
order, you risk causing
malfunction and/or
damage to speakers and
other devices.
This unit is equipped with
a protection circuit. A brief
interval (a few seconds)
after power up is required
b
efore the unit will operate
normally.
If a message recommends
that you restart Windows,
restart Windows as
directed.
Next, make device settings.
(➝Specifying the MIDI input/output destination (p. 28))
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Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)
Settings and checking
■
Specifying the MIDI input/output destination
Windows XP users
* These settings are valid only when using the PCR as a MIDI interface. For details on
connections, refer to “
USB connections with your computer
“(p. 43).
1
Open
Control Panel
.
Click the Windows
start
menu, and from the menu that appears, select
Control Panel
.
2
Open the
Sounds and Audio Devices Properties
dialog box.
In
“Pick a category”
click
“Sound, Speech, and Audio Devices”
. Next, in
“or pick a Control Panel icon”
, click the
sounds and Audio Devices
icon.
3
Click the
Audio
tab.
fig.XP_J
4
For
MIDI music playback
, click the
▼
located at the right of
[Default
device]
, and select
[EDIROL PCR
MIDI
OUT]
from the list that appears.
If you want to use Media Player to play
a sound module connected to the
PCR’s MIDI OUT connector, select
EDIROL PCR MIDI OUT
.
5
Close the
Sounds and Audio Devices Properties
dialog box.
Click
[OK]
to complete the settings.
Depending on how your
system is set up, the
Sounds and Audio
Devices icon may be
displayed directly in the
Control Panel (the Classic
view). In this case, double-
click the Sounds and
Audio Devices icon.
For details on the PCR’s
input/output devices,
refer to Input / output
devices (p. 45)
Select the appropriate
MIDI device for your
system. You do not
necessarily have to select
EDIROL PCR MIDI OUT.
This completes settings for using the PCR with an application that uses the standard Windows
device settings, such as Media Player.
For details on how to make these settings, refer to the owner’s manual for your software.
For details on the PCR’s input/output devices, refer to Input / output devices (p. 45).
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Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)
Windows 2000 / Me users
* These settings are valid only when using the PCR as a MIDI interface. For details on
connections, refer to “
USB connections with your computer
“(p. 43).
1
Open
Control Panel
.
Click the Windows
Start
menu, and from the menu that appears, select
Settings | Control Panel
.
2
Open the
Sounds and Multimedia Properties
.
In
Control Panel
, double-click the
Sounds and Multimedia
icon to open the
“Sounds and Multimedia Properties”
dialog box.
3
Click the
AUDIO
tab.
fig.MEe
4
For
MIDI music playback
, click the
▼
located at the right of
[Preferred
device]
, and select
[EDIROL PCR
MIDI
OUT]
from the list that appears.
If you want to use Media Player to play
a sound module connected to the
PCR’s MIDI OUT connector, select
EDIROL PCR MIDI OUT
.
5
Close the
Sounds and Audio Devices Properties
dialog box.
Click
[OK]
to complete the settings.
For details on the PCR’s
input/output devices,
refer to Input / output
devices (p. 45).
Select the appropriate
MIDI device for your
system. You do not
necessarily have to select
EDIROL PCR MIDI OUT.
This completes settings for using the PCR with an application that uses the standard Windows
device settings, such as Media Player.
For details on how to make these settings, refer to the owner’s manual for your software.
For details on the PCR’s input/output devices, refer to Input / output devices (p. 45).
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Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)
Windows 98 users
* These settings are valid only when using the PCR as a MIDI interface. For details on
connections, refer to “
USB connections with your computer
“(p. 43).
1
Open
Control Panel
.
Click the Windows
Start
menu, and from the menu that appears, select
Settings | Control Panel
.
2
Open the
Multimedia Properties
dialog box.
In
Control Panel
, double-click the
Multimedia
icon to open the
“Multimedia
Properties”
dialog box.
3
Click the
MIDI
tab.
fig.98_E
4
Set
“MIDI output”
.
Select
[Single instrument]
, and
choose
[EDIROL PCR MIDI OUT]
from the list that appears, and click
[Apply]
.
If you want to use Media Player to
play a sound module connected to the
PCR’s MIDI OUT connector, select
EDIROL PCR MIDI OUT
.
5
Close the
Multimedia Properties
dialog box.
Click
[OK]
to complete the settings.
For details on the PCR’s
input/output devices,
refer to Input / output
devices (p. 45)
Select the appropriate
MIDI device for your
system. You do not
necessarily have to select
EDIROL PCR MIDI OUT.
This completes settings for using the PCR with an application that uses the standard Windows
device settings, such as Media Player.
For details on how to make these settings, refer to the owner’s manual for your software.
For details on the PCR’s input/output devices, refer to Input / output devices (p. 45).
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