Roland PCR-M1 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

Thank you for purchasing the MIDI keyboard controller PCR-M1.

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.

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.

• 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.

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.

• 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 “Information” page.

• 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 ( 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.

PSA Series

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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.

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.

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

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.

is known officially as: “Microsoft® Windows

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

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

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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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.

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USB MIDI Keyboard Controller PCR-M1

fig.PCR-M1

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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

Macintosh

* 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.

: p. 31).

Setup (Windows

: p. 18 /

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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.

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CD-ROM

This contains drivers and editors for use with the PCR-M1.

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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.

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Gig Bag

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Owner’s Manual

This is the manual you are reading. Please keep it on hand for reference.

Quick page reference table

Before you begin

Using the MIDI functionality

Making system settings

Trouble Shooting

Driver Installation Settings p. 45 Names of things and what they do p. 12 Table of operating modes p. 47 System settings p. 91 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 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 Problems related to the USB driver p. 104 Problems when using the PCR-M1 p. 110

p. 18, p. 31

Names of things and what they do

Panel

fig.panel-1

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

Press the [MEMORY] Button

Press the then press the

MIDI CH / BANK SEL Button

Press the [MIDI CH] Button

Press the then press the

EDIT Button

[SHIFT]

[MEMORY]

[SHIFT]

[MIDI CH]

so it is lit, and

Accesses memories that are stored within the PCR-M1.

Transmits program change messages on the current channel.

Specifies the transmission channel ( keyboard and bender.

Transmits bank select messages on the current channel.

“current channel”

) for the

Used to assign MIDI messages to the controllers.

Display

Indicates the current status and various other information.

Indicates the current value of the function assigned to the VALUE encoder by the sys-

Number

USB DATA OUT HEX

tem parameter settings. In addition, operating a controller will cause its current value to appear in the display for a time. Lights if the PCR-M1 is connected to your computer via USB. This will blink when MIDI messages are transmitted via USB or MIDI OUT. Lights when the value shown in the display is hexadecimal.

fig.panel-2

Controllers [R1] – [R8], [S1] ([SHIFT] + [R1]) – [S8] ([SHIFT] + [R8])

You can assign MIDI messages to these controllers. (➝Edit mode (EDIT) When the the button is lit (SHIFT ON), they correspond to [S1]--[S8].

[SHIFT]

(p. 58))

button is unlit (SHIFT OFF), these controllers correspond to [R1]--[R8]. When

Names of things and what they do

1112131415

fig.panel-3

109

11 12

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 mode to Hexadecimal (Hexadecimal input mode).

PLAY mode

(p. 48), sets the input

DECIMAL Button

When not in mode to Decimal (Decimal input mode).

PLAY mode

(p. 48), sets the input

Controllers [B1] – [B6], [L1] – [L3]

You can assign MIDI messages to these controllers.(➝p. 58)

TRANSPOSE / ENTER Button

Use

[TRANSPOSE]

transpose the pitch of the keyboard in semitone steps. Also, in any mode except PLAY mode, it functions as the button, which you need to press to confirm the settings you’ve made.

[OCTAVE -/+]

[ENTER]

OCTAVE - / + Button

Press

[OCTAVE - / +]

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]

return to PLAY mode (the

button) or to cancel the setting and

to shift the pitch of the

[CANCEL]

button).

MODULATION Controller

This button can be used to apply vibrato.

PITCH Bender

This switch can be used to modify the pitch.

Rear Panel

fig.rear

Names of things and what they do

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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.

P1 HOLD P2 EXPRESS

MIDI IN/OUT connectors

These can be connected to the MIDI connectors of other MIDI devices to transmit and receive MIDI messages.

Power switch

OFF

USB

USB connector

Use this when connecting the PCR-M1 to your computer via a USB cable.

Connect a pedal switch to this jack and use it as a Hold pedal. Connect an expression pedal to this jack and use it to control tone or volume in real time.

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. Power is off 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.

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AC adaptor jack

Connect the AC adaptor to this jack. Insert the plug firmly so it won’t get unplugged accidentally.

Names of things and what they do

Inserting batteries

Make sure that the power switch is turned off.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)

Installing the driver

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)

Windows XP users

Disconnect all USB cables except for a USB keyboard and USB mouse (if used).

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Open the

Click the click

Open the dialog box.

System Properties

Click the Windows Panel.

“Pick a category”

“or pick a Control Panel icon”

Hardware

[Driver Signing]

Driver Signing Options

tab, and then

dialog box.

start

menu, and from the menu, select Control

, click

“Performance and Maintenance”

, click the

System

icon.

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, doubleclick the System icon.

Make sure that

“Ignore”

If it is set to If it is not set to “Block”). Then change the setting to

“What action do you want Windows to take?”

“Ignore”

, simply click

“Ignore”

is set to

[OK]

, make a note of the current setting (“Warn” or

“Ignore”

and click

[OK].

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))

Click

[OK]

to close the

System Properties

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)

dialog box.

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.

Prepare the CD-ROM.

Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer.

Click the Windows

The

“Run...”

fig.2-3_30

Specify the name of the file you want to execute.

Enter the following into the field, and click

(drive name) : \Driver\USB_XP2K\SETUPINF.EXE

The

SetupInf

You are now ready to install the driver.

* In the explanatory example shown here, the drive name is given as

name

“D:”

may be different for your system. Specify the drive name of your CD-

ROM drive.

Use the USB cable to connect the PCR to your computer.

start

menu. From the menu that appears, select

dialog box will appear.

“Open”

[OK]

dialog box will appear.

“D:”

“Run...”

. The drive

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

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.

Set the PCR’s power switch to the

Use the USB cable to connect the PCR to your computer.

Set the PCR’s power switch to the Near the task bar, your computer will indicate Please wait.

The

Found New Hardware Wizard

Select

“Install from a list or specific location (Advanced)”

[Next]

“OFF”

position.

“USB”

position.

will appear.

“Found New Hardware”

, and click

This unit is equipped with

a protection circuit. A brief

interval (a few seconds)

after power up is required

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].

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)

fig.2-7_20

The screen will indicate

choose your search and installation options”

Select

“Don’t search. I will choose the driver to install” [Next]

Make sure that the

[Next]

. Driver installation will begin.

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.

“Please

, and click

“Model”

field indicates

“EDIROL PCR”

, and click

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

Click

[OK]

The

Files Needed

Input the following into the

(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.

dialog box will appear.

“Copy files from”

field, and click

[OK]

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 “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.

The screen will indicate

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)

“Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard”

Make sure that the Wait until

When driver installation has been completed, the dialog box will appear.

Click

“Found New Hardware”

[Yes]

. Windows will restart automatically.

“Model”

field indicates

appears near the taskbar.

“EDIROL PCR”

System Settings Change

, Click

[Finish]

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.

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, doubleclick the System icon.

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))

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.

Open the

System Properties

Click the Windows start menu, and from the menu, select Control Panel.

“Pick a category”

dialog box.

, click

“Performance and Maintenance”

3.In “or pick a Control Panel icon”

Click the

At the right of the

The

Click the

fig.2-30a

In the field, select

services”

Advanced

Performance Options

Advanced

Processor Scheduling

“Background

, and click

tab.

Performance

tab.

[OK]

, click the

field, click

dialog box will appear.

[Settings]

System

icon.

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, doubleclick the System icon.

In the

System Properties

The

System Properties

Next, make device settings. (➝Specifying the MIDI input/output destination (p. 28))

dialog box, click

dialog box will close.

[OK]

Windows 2000 users

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)

Disconnect all USB cables except for a USB keyboard and USB mouse (if used).

Open the

Click the Windows

Settings | Control Panel

fig.05-2_30

Click the click

The dialog box will appear.

System Properties

Start

menu, and from the menu that appears, select

. In

Hardware

[Driver Signing]

Driver Signing Options

tab, and then

dialog box.

Control Panel

, double-click the

System

Log on to Windows as a user with administrative privileges (such as Administrator)

icon.

Make sure that

If it is set to If it is not set to “Block”). Then change the setting to

Click

[OK]

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.

Prepare the CD-ROM.

Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer.

Click the Windows

The

“Run...”

“File signature verification”

“Ignore”

to close the

dialog box will appear.

, simply click

“Ignore”

, make a note of the current setting (“Warn” or

System Properties

Start

menu. From the menu that appears, select

[OK]

“Ignore”

is set to

and click

dialog box.

“Ignore”

[OK]

“Run...”

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))

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)

b b

fig.05-5_30

In the dialog box that appears, input the following into the

“Open”

(drive name): \Driver\USB_XP2K\SETUPINF.EXE

The You are now ready to install the driver.

* In the explanatory example shown here, the drive name is given as “D:”. The drive

name ROM drive.

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.

field, and click

SetupInf

“D:”

Set the PCR’s power switch to the

Use the USB cable to connect the PCR to your computer.

Set the PCR’s power switch to the

dialog box will appear.

may be different for your system. Specify the drive name of your CD-

[OK]

“OFF”

position.

“USB”

position.

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

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.

The

Insert Disk

Click

[OK]

The

Files Needed

Input the following into the

(drive name) : \DRIVER\USB_XP2K

dialog box will appear.

“Copy files from”

field, and click

[OK]

If the Insert Disk dialog

ox does not appear,

proceed to the next step.

Specify the drive name of your CD-ROM drive.

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)

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.

The screen will indicate

“Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard”

Make sure that the

The

System Settings Change

Click

[Yes]

. Windows will restart automatically.

If the

System Settings Change

Windows from the Start menu.

“Model”

field indicates

dialog box may appear.

dialog box does not appear, restart

“EDIROL PCR”

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.

, Click

[Finish]

If the System Settings Change dialog box does not appear, restart Windows from the Start menu.

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.

Click the Windows

Settings | Control Panel

Click the

At the right of the

The

Performance Options

fig.back2000

In the

Application response

choose

“Background services”

and click

Advanced

[OK]

Start

tab.

Performance

menu, and from the menu that appears, select

. In

Control Panel

field, click

dialog box will appear.

field,

, double-click the

[Performance Options]

System

icon.

Click

[OK]

to close the

Next, make device settings. (➝Specifying the MIDI input/output destination (p. 28))

System Properties

dialog box.

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)

Windows Me/98 users

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.

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.

Prepare the CD-ROM.

Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer.

Click the Windows

The

“Run...”

In the dialog box that appears, input the following into the

“Open”

(drive name) : \Driver\USB_ME98\SETUPINF.EXE

The You are now ready to install the driver.

* In the explanatory example shown here, the drive name is given as

may be different for your system. Specify the drive name of your CD-ROM drive.

Use the USB cable to connect the PCR to your computer.

The driver will be installed automatically.

In the SetupInf dialog box, click

field, and click

SetupInf

Set the PCR’s power switch to the

Use the USB cable to connect the PCR to your computer.

Set the PCR’s power switch to the

Start

menu. From the menu that appears, select

dialog box will appear.

[OK]

dialog box will appear.

[OK]

“OFF”

“USB”

position.

“D:”

. The drive name

Run...

“D:”

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

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

efore the unit will operate

normally.

Next, make device settings. (➝Specifying the MIDI input/output destination (p. 28))

If a message recommends that you restart Windows, restart Windows as directed.

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 “

Open

Control Panel

USB connections with your computer

“(p. 43).

Click the Windows

Control Panel

Open the

“or pick a Control Panel icon”

Click the

fig.XP_J

For

▼

located at the right of

device] OUT]

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

Sounds and Audio Devices Properties

“Pick a category”

Audio

MIDI music playback

, and select

from the list that appears.

start

click

tab.

[EDIROL PCR MIDI

menu, and from the menu that appears, select

dialog box.

“Sound, Speech, and Audio Devices”

, click the

[Default

sounds and Audio Devices

. Next, in

icon.

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, doubleclick 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.

Close the

Click

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).

Sounds and Audio Devices Properties

[OK]

to complete the settings.

dialog box.

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 “

Open

Control Panel

USB connections with your computer

“(p. 43).

Click the Windows

Settings | Control Panel

Open the

“Sounds and Multimedia Properties”

Click the

fig.MEe

For located at the right of

device] OUT]

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

Sounds and Multimedia Properties

Control Panel

AUDIO

MIDI music playback

, and select

from the list that appears.

Start

, double-click the

tab.

[Preferred

[EDIROL PCR MIDI

menu, and from the menu that appears, select

, click the

Sounds and Multimedia

dialog box.

▼

icon to open the

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.

Close the

Click

Sounds and Audio Devices Properties

[OK]

to complete the settings.

dialog box.

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 “

Open

Control Panel

USB connections with your computer

“(p. 43).

Click the Windows

Settings | Control Panel

Open the

Properties”

Click the

fig.98_E

Set

Select choose 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

Multimedia Properties

Control Panel

MIDI

“MIDI output”

[Single instrument]

[EDIROL PCR MIDI OUT]

Start

, double-click the

dialog box.

tab.

menu, and from the menu that appears, select

dialog box.

Multimedia

, and

icon to open the

“Multimedia

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.

Close the

Click

Multimedia Properties

[OK]

to complete the settings.

dialog box.

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Roland PCR-M1 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

USING THE UNIT SAFELY

IMPORTANT NOTES

Contents

Contents of the package

Quick page reference table

Names of things and what they do

Panel

Rear Panel

Inserting batteries

Setup

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)

Installing the driver

Settings and checking