Roland PK-5A User Manual
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PK-5A
Dynamic MIDI Pedal
Owner’s Manual
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Thank you for purchasing the Roland PK-5A Dynamic MIDI Pedal. The PK-5A is an easy-to-operate pedalboard anyone
can use with the benefit of Roland's superior digital technology.
The PK-5A is a 13-pedal, monophonic/polyphonic, programmable pedalboard with dynamics. The PK-5A contains no
internal sound source.
LEDs provide information and directions to the player while programming the many features of the PK-5A, making
operation quicker and easier.
MIDI connectors are provided for connecting other MIDI devices.
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Copyright © 2003 ROLAND EUROPE. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of Roland Europe S.p.a.
PK-5A
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For EU Countries
This product complies with the requirements of European Directive EMC 89/336/EEC.
Dieses Produkt entspricht der europäischen Richtlinie EMC 89/336/EEC.
Ce produit est conforme aux exigences de la directive européenne EMC 89/336/EEC.
Questo prodotto è conforme alle esigenze della direttiva europea EMC 89/336/EEC.
Este producto cumple con la directrice EMC 89/336/EEC de la CE.
Dit product beantwoordt aan de richtlijn EMC 89/336/EEC van de Europese Unie.
For the USA
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void the users authority to operate this equipment.
This equipment requires shielded interface cables in order to meet FCC class B Limit.
For Canada
NOTICE
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
AVIS
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
PK-5A
Features
1. Features
Supplied accessories
Your PK-5A comes with 6x MN1500 alkaline batteries. These can be found into the package.
The metal cover of the battery holder is located on
the PK-5A’s rear panel.
Panel descriptions
[1] MIDI sockets (IN/OUT/THRU)
[2] DC IN socket (for an optional adapter)
[3] POWER switch
MODE selectors:
[4] MONO
[5] POLY
[6] DRUMS
[7] SOUND EFFECTS
[8] CONTROLLER
(1) Open the cover and take the battery holder
out of its location.
(2) Insert batteries in the appropriate holder.
(3) Place the holder into the appropriate location
and close the metal cover.
FUNCTION selectors:
[9] OCTAVE/SELECT & FACTORY SET
[10] PRG CHANGE & USER SET
[11] MIDI CHANNEL
[12] Pedals
2. Important notes
If you wish to use the PK-5A with an optional AC adaptor type (ACA series, optional) please follow these precautions:
• The appropriate power supply for the instrument is shown
on the AC adaptor’s name plate. Please make sure that the
line voltage in your area meets the requirements.
• Do not use the PK-5A on the same power circuit with any
device that will generate line noise (such as an electric
motor or variable lighting system).
• It is normal for this unit to become hot while being operated.
• If the unit is not to be used for a long period of time,
unplug the external AC adaptor from the outlet.
• Disconnect the AC adaptor immediately in the event of an
electrical storm.
• Before setting up the PK-5A with other MIDI devices,
switch it off along with all other units.
• Be sure to connect the MIDI cables securely. If the MIDI
cable is disconnected while the instrument is being played,
various problems may occur (e.g. a note may continue to
sound).
• Static electricity may cause the built-in computer to malfunction. Should this occur, simply reset the PK-5A by turning the power off and then, after a few seconds, back on.
• The PK-5A might not operate correctly if turned on immediately after being turned off. If this happens, simply turn it
off and after a few seconds later, turn it on again.
• Operating the PK-5A near a neon light, fluorescent lamp, TV
or CRT display may cause noise interference. If so, change
the position of the instrument.
• To avoid risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
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3. The care of your PK-5A
To ensure the best use and full enjoyment of your PK-5A, please read this guide carefully and thoroughly.
Location
Avoid using the PK-5A in excessive heat or
humidity conditions or where it may be
affected by direct sunlight or dust. Also avoid
places subject to strong vibrations.
4. Connection
[1] MIDI Sockets (IN/OUT/THRU)
[2] DC IN socket
[3] POWER ON/OFF switch
5. Operation
After inserting the six batteries into the holder, press the
(1) To use the PK-5A with an AC adapter
(optional), connect the adapter to the DC IN
socket [2], located on the rear panel of the
instrument.
Cabinet care
Use a soft dry cloth for dusting. To remove fingerprints or dulling film, use a soft cloth
slightly dampened with water and a little mild
detergent. Immediately wipe dry with a soft
cloth. Do not use solvents such as paint thinners.
To connect with household AC current, use only
the specified optional AC adapter (BOSS ACA
series).
[POWER]
switch [3] to switch on the PK-5A.
Note:
Check whether the line voltage in your area meets the
requirements.
(2) Connect the adapter to a wall outlet.
(3) Press the
PK-5A.
[POWER]
switch [3] to switch on the
[4] MONO mode
Press the MONO selector [4] to enable the
PK-5A’s monophonic mode. In that case, only
one note at a time can be played.
The PK-5A was designed for use with Roland’s
arranger-type keyboards. By default, the MONO
section therefore transmits on MIDI channel
“2”, which corresponds to the “Manual Bass”
(M.Bass) channel.
When in MONO mode [4], the following features of the FUNCTION section are available:
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[9] OCT
Nine different octaves can be selected via the
pedals
[0]~[8]
(where
est octave and
When you press the OCT selector [9], the corre-
sponding indicator lights to inform you that
the OCTAVE function is active.
You can now change octaves by pressing one of
the pedals
All indicators briefly light to confirm your selection.
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[9] SELECT
When you press the SELECT selector [9], the
corresponding indicator lights to indicate that
the SELECT mode has been activated.
[0]~[8]
[0]
corresponds to the low-
[8]
to the highest).
.
In that case, the following parameters can be
selected.
• VELOCITY (pedal
If this parameter is on, your playing dynamics
are translated into MIDI velocity values (0~
127). If you switch it off, the PK-5A transmits
all notes with the velocity value “64”.
To switch off the VELOCITY parameter, press the
SELECT selector [9] and pedal
switch the velocity sensitivity back on again.)
All indicators briefly light to confirm your selection.
• HOLD (pedal
When HOLD is on, the note pressed on the pedalboard continues to sound. It is now very easy
to play tied bass notes, as it is not necessary to
continue to hold a pedal to obtain a suspended
note.
To activate the HOLD function, press the MONO
selector [4].
To switch off the HOLD parameter, press the
SELECT selector [9] and pedal
indicators briefly light to confirm your selection.
[A]
[9]
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[9]
. (Repeat this to
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[A]
once more. All
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