Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland RG-1F/RG-3F Digital Grand Piano.
This owner’s manual is for both the RG-1F and RG-3F.
201b
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” (p. 4),
“USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 5– 6), and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 7– 8).
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.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form
without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.
Roland is a registered trademark of Roland Corporation in the United States
and/or other countries.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION
: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral
triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the product.
INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING - When using electric products, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug
does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.
12. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE.
BLUE:
BROWN:
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
Under no circumstances must either of the above wires be connected to the earth terminal of a three pin plug.
NEUTRAL
LIVE
For the U.K.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
4
USING THE UNIT SAFELY
About WARNING and CAUTION Notices
Used for instructions intended to alert the
user to the risk of death or severe injury
should the unit be used improperly.
Used for instructions intended to alert the
user to the risk of injury or material
damage should the unit be used
improperly.
* Material damage refers to damage or
other adverse effects caused with
respect to the home and all its
furnishings, as well to domestic animals
or pets.
ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING
002a
•Do not open or perform any internal modifications on the
unit.
•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.
•Make sure you always have the unit placed so it is level
and sure to remain stable. Never place it on stands that
could wobble, or on inclined surfaces.
•Use only the attached power-supply cord. Also, the
supplied power cord must not be used with any other
device.
About the Symbols
The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or
warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is
determined by the design contained within the triangle. In
the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general
cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.
The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be
carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that must
not be done is indicated by the design contained within
the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that
the unit must never be disassembled.
The symbol alerts the user to things that must be
carried out. The specific thing that must be done is
indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the
case of the symbol at left, it means that the power-cord
plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
009
•Do not excessively twist or bend the power cord, nor
place heavy objects on it. Doing so can damage the cord,
producing severed elements and short circuits. Damaged
cords are fire and shock hazards!
•This unit, either alone or in combination with an amplifier
and headphones or speakers, may be capable of
producing sound levels that could cause permanent
hearing loss. Do not operate for a long period of time at a
high volume level, or at a level that is uncomfortable. If
you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you
should immediately stop using the unit, and consult an
audiologist.
•Immediately turn the power off, remove the power cord
from the outlet, and request servicing by your retailer, the
nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland
distributor, as listed on the “Information” page when:
• The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged;
or
• If smoke or unusual odor occurs; or
• Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been spilled onto
the unit; or
• The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise has
•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.
•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.
•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.
•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.
•Do not put anything that contains water (e.g., flower
vases) on this unit. Also, avoid the use of insecticides,
perfumes, alcohol, nail polish, spray cans, etc., near the
unit. Swiftly wipe away any liquid that spills on the unit
using a dry, soft cloth.
•Since this product is very heavy, you must make sure that
a sufficient number of people are on hand to help, so you
can lift and move it safely, without causing strain. Make
sure to have a firm grip, to protect yourself from injury
and the instrument from damage.
If you need to move the instrument, take note of the
precautions listed below.
1
• Check to make sure the screws securing the unit to the
stand have not become loose. Fasten them again
securely whenever you notice any loosening.
2
• Disconnect the power cord.
3
• Disconnect all cords coming from external devices.
4
• (RG-1F) Raise the adjusters on the stand (p. 20).
•At regular intervals, you should unplug the power plug
and clean it by using a dry cloth to wipe all dust and other
accumulations away from its prongs. Also, disconnect the
power plug from the power outlet whenever the unit is to
remain unused for an extended period of time. Any
accumulation of dust between the power plug and the
power outlet can result in poor insulation and lead to fire.
If the unit could become a hazard if it moves, all caster
wheels should be locked or fixed in place once the unit
has been placed at the place of installation, or has been
loaded onto a vehicle.
•Be careful when opening/closing the lid so you do not get
your fingers pinched (p. 18). Adult supervision is
recommended whenever small children use the unit.
•Be careful so you don’t get your fingers pinched when
you handle any moving parts such as the following. Adult
supervision is recommended whenever small children use
the unit.
•Should you remove the following small parts, keep them
in a safe place out of children’s reach, so there is no
chance of them being swallowed accidentally.
•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.
307
•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.
308
•Although the LCD and LEDs are switched off when the POWER switch
is switched off, this does not mean that the unit has been completely
disconnected from the source of power. If you need to turn off the
power completely, first turn off the POWER switch, then unplug the
power cord from the power outlet. For this reason, the outlet into
which you choose to connect the power cord’s plug should be one
that is within easy reach and readily accessible.
Placement
351
•Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equipment containing
large power transformers) may induce hum. To alleviate the
problem, change the orientation of this unit; or move it farther away
from the source of interference.
352a
•This device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not
use this device in the vicinity of such receivers.
352b
•Noise may be produced if wireless communications devices, such as
cell phones, are operated in the vicinity of this unit. Such noise could
occur when receiving or initiating a call, or while conversing. Should
you experience such problems, you should relocate such wireless
devices so they are at a greater distance from this unit, or switch
them off.
354b
•Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near devices that
radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed vehicle, or otherwise subject
it to temperature extremes. Also, do not allow lighting devices that
normally are used while their light source is very close to the unit
(such as a piano light), or powerful spotlights to shine upon the same
area of the unit for extended periods of time. Excessive heat can
deform or discolor the unit.
355b
•When moved from one location to another where the temperature
and/or humidity is very different, water droplets (condensation) may
form inside the unit. Damage or malfunction may result if you
attempt to use the unit in this condition. Therefore, before using the
unit, you must allow it to stand for several hours, until the
condensation has completely evaporated.
356
•Do not allow rubber, vinyl, or similar materials to remain on the unit
for long periods of time. Such objects can discolor or otherwise
harmfully affect the finish.
358
•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.
359
•Do not paste stickers, decals, or the like to this instrument. Peeling
such matter off the instrument may damage the exterior finish.
Maintenance
401b
•
(RG-1F)
To clean the unit, use a dry, soft cloth; or one that is slightly
dampened. Try to wipe the entire surface using an equal amount of
strength, moving the cloth along with the grain of the wood.
Rubbing too hard in the same area can damage the finish.
add6
•
(RG-3F)
Since your piano has a polished finish that is as delicate as that found
on finely crafted wooden furniture, it needs careful, periodic care. A
few important suggestions concerning the proper care of the unit
follow.
• For dusting, using a soft, clean cloth and/or piano-use feather
duster. Be sure to wipe gently. Even the tiniest grains of sand or
grit can leave scratches on the surface if too much force is applied
while wiping. Do not use any cleaners or detergents, since they
might deteriorate the surface of the cabinet, and produce cracks.
• If the cabinet’s surface loses its luster, wipe it thoroughly with a
soft cloth dampened with a little of the polishing liquid. Do not
use any cleaners or detergents, since they might deteriorate the
surface of the cabinet, and produce cracks. Do not use dusting
cloths that contain chemicals.
402
•Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid
the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.
403
•The pedals of this unit are made of brass.
Brass eventually darkens as the result of the natural oxidization
process. If the brass becomes tarnished, polish it using commercially
available metal polisher.
Repairs and Data
452
•Please be aware that all data contained in the unit’s memory may be
lost when the unit is sent for repairs. Important data should always
be backed up on a USB memory, or written down on paper (when
possible). During repairs, due care is taken to avoid the loss of data.
However, in certain cases (such as when circuitry related to memory
itself is out of order), we regret that it may not be possible to restore
the data, and Roland assumes no liability concerning such loss of
data.
Using USB Memory
(Using Optional USB memory)
add 605a _revised
•Do not connect or disconnect USB memory while it is being read
from, or written to (i.e., while the USB memory access indicator will
blink).
704
•Carefully insert the USB memory all the way in—until it is firmly in
place.
705
•Never touch the terminals of the USB memory. Also, avoid getting
the terminals dirty.
708
•USB memories are constructed using precision components; handle
the USB memories carefully, paying particular note to the following.
• To prevent damage to the USB memories from static electricity, be
sure to discharge any static electricity from your own body before
handling the USB memories.
• Do not touch or allow metal to come into contact with the contact
portion of the USB memories.
• Do not bend, drop, or subject USB memories to strong shock or
vibration.
• Do not keep USB memories in direct sunlight, in closed vehicles,
or other such locations.
• Do not allow USB memories to become wet.
• Do not disassemble or modify the USB memories.
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IMPORTANT NOTES
Handling CD-ROMs
(Using Optional CD-ROMs)
801
•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.
Additional Precautions
551
•Please be aware that the contents of memory can be irretrievably lost
as a result of a malfunction, or the improper operation of the unit. To
protect yourself against the risk of loosing important data, we
recommend that you periodically save a backup copy of important
data you have stored in the unit’s memory on a USB memory.
552
•Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of data
that was stored in the unit’s memory or on a USB memory once it has
been lost. Roland Corporation assumes no liability concerning such
loss of data.
553
•Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s buttons,
sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks and connectors.
Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.
554
•Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.
555
•A small amount of noise may be heard from the display during
normal operation.
556
•When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the connector
itself—never pull on the cable. This way you will avoid causing
shorts, or damage to the cable’s internal elements.
557
•A small amount of heat will radiate from the unit during normal
operation.
558a
•To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit’s volume at
reasonable levels. You may prefer to use headphones, so you do not
need to be concerned about those around you (especially when it is
late at night).
559b
•When you need to transport the unit, pack it in shock-absorbent
material. Transporting the unit without doing so can cause it to
become scratched or damaged, and could lead to malfunction.
560
•Do not apply undue force to the music stand while it is in use.
562
•Some connection cables contain resistors. Do not use cables that
incorporate resistors for connecting to this unit. The use of such
cables can cause the sound level to be extremely low, or impossible
to hear. For information on cable specifications, contact the
manufacturer of the cable.
565
•Before opening or closing the keyboard lid, always make sure that no
pets or other small animals are located on top of the instrument (in
particular, they should be kept away from the keyboard and its lid).
Otherwise, due to the structural design of this instrument, small pets
or other animals could end up getting trapped inside it. If such a
situation is encountered, you must immediately switch off the power
and disconnect the power cord from the outlet. You should then
consult with the retailer from whom the instrument was purchased,
or contact the nearest Roland Service Center.
985
•The explanations in this manual include illustrations that depict what
should typically be shown by the display. Note, however, that your
unit may incorporate a newer, enhanced version of the system (e.g.,
includes newer sounds), so what you actually see in the display may
not always match what appears in the manual.
Copyright
203
* GS () is a registered trademark of Roland Corporation.
add4
* XGlite () is a registered trademark of Yamaha Corporation.
add5
* MMP (Moore Microprocessor Portfolio) refers to a patent portfolio
concerned with microprocessor architecture, which was developed
by Technology Properties Limited (TPL). Roland has licensed this
technology from the TPL Group.
220
* All product names mentioned in this document are trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective owners.
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Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......................................................... 4
USING THE UNIT SAFELY ............................................................................. 5
IMPORTANT NOTES ..................................................................................... 7
Using the Headphone Hook .....................................................................................................................................21
Adjusting the Contrast of the Screen............................................................................................. 21
Playing ........................................................................................................ 22
Playing Various Sounds................................................................................................................... 22
Layering Two Tones (Dual Performance)....................................................................................... 23
Adjusting the Reverb Depth.....................................................................................................................................24
Playing Different Tones with the Right and Left Hands (Split Performance) ............................. 25
Changing the Keyboard Split Point........................................................................................................................26
Changing the Pitch of the Keyboard (Transpose) ......................................................................... 27
Playing with the Metronome .......................................................................................................... 28
Changing the Keyboard Sensitivity (Key Touch)........................................................................... 30
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Contents
Adjusting the Piano Sound to Your Taste (Piano Designer) .................. 31
What is Piano Designer?.................................................................................................................. 31
Using Piano Designer ...................................................................................................................... 31
Piano Designer Settings .................................................................................................................. 32
User Program Registration .......................................................................33
Saving Your Performance Settings (User Program)...................................................................... 34
Calling Up Your Saved User Program Settings.............................................................................. 35
Saving a Set of User Programs........................................................................................................ 36
Loading a Set of User Programs ..................................................................................................... 38
Deleting a Set of User Programs..................................................................................................... 40
Using a Pedal to Switch User Programs ......................................................................................... 42
Listening to a Song ....................................................................................43
Playing Back a Song......................................................................................................................... 43
Changing the Playback Settings for Internal Songs or SMF Music Files ..................................... 45
Playing Back Individual Parts (Track Mute)..........................................................................................................45
Changing the Volume at which a Song Plays (Song Volume)......................................................................46
Changing the Song Tempo.......................................................................................................................................46
Changing the Key of the Song Playback (Playback Transpose)...................................................................47
Changing the Playback Settings for Audio Files or Music CDs .................................................... 48
Changing the Volume of an Audio File or Music CD........................................................................................48
Changing the Tempo of a Song...............................................................................................................................48
Changing the Playback Key of a Song (Playback Transpose) .......................................................................48
Decreasing the Playback Volume of Sounds in the Center (Center Cancel) ...........................................49
Recording Your Performance ................................................................... 50
Recording Your Performance ......................................................................................................... 50
Playing Back a Recorded Performance .......................................................................................... 51
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Deleting a Recorded Performance .................................................................................................51
Saving a Recorded Performance .................................................................................................... 52
Contents
Making Various Settings ...........................................................................54
Preventing the Current Settings from Changing (Panel Lock) .................................................... 55
Preventing a Song from Playing (Playback Lock) ......................................................................... 55
Adjusting the Sound to Achieve the Preferred Tone Quality (Equalizer).................................................58
File Menu .......................................................................................................................................... 59
Copying a Song .............................................................................................................................................................59
Deleting a Song from “Favorites” or USB Memory ...........................................................................................60
Formatting User Memory or USB Memory ..........................................................................................................61
Preventing Doubled Notes When a Sequencer Is Connected (Local Control) .......................................65
Setting the MIDI Transmit Channel........................................................................................................................66
Sending Recorded Performance Data to a MIDI Device (Composer MIDI Out) .....................................66
Using the V-LINK Function ........................................................................................................................................67
Sending Tone Selection Messages (Program Change/Bank Select MSB/Bank Select LSB)................68
Other Settings .................................................................................................................................. 68
Adjusting the Volume Balance for Dual Performance (Dual Balance).......................................................68
Selecting What Will Be Transposed (Transpose Mode)...................................................................................69
Changing the Pedal Effect (Damper Pedal Part)................................................................................................69
Assigning a Function to the Pedals........................................................................................................................70
Changing the Pitch of the Tone in Octave Steps (Octave Shift) ..................................................................71
Switching the USB Memory Communication Settings (External Memory Mode).................................71
Making the Settings for the USB Driver ................................................................................................................72
Preserving Settings When the Power Is Turned Off (Memory Backup).....................................................72
Restoring the Factory Settings (Factory Reset)..................................................................................................73
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Contents
Connecting to Other Devices .................................................................... 74
Installing the CD Drive..................................................................................................................... 74
Connecting to Audio Equipment.................................................................................................... 75
Connecting Speakers to the RG-1F/RG-3F and Outputting Sounds ..........................................................75
Playing Sounds of an Audio Device through the RG-1F/RG-3F ...................................................................76
Connecting to MIDI Devices............................................................................................................ 77
Connecting a MIDI Sequencer to the RG-1F/RG-3F..........................................................................................77
Producing Sounds from a MIDI Sound Module by Playing the RG-1F/RG-3F.........................................77
Connecting a Computer .................................................................................................................. 78
Tone List ........................................................................................................................................... 82
Internal Song List............................................................................................................................. 85
Parameters Stored to Internal Memory ......................................................................................... 86
Parameters Stored in Memory Backup .................................................................................................................86
Parameters Stored without Using Memory Backup.........................................................................................87
Items Saved as User Programs.................................................................................................................................87
Music Files That the RG-1F/RG-3F Can Use .................................................................................... 88
Main Specifications.......................................................................................................................... 89
About the Ivory Feel Keyboard................................................................. 91
Index ........................................................................................................... 92
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Panel Descriptions
Front Panel
fig.FrontPanel_e.eps
1
4532
6
1.
[Power] switch
Turns the power on/off (p. 19).
2.
[Volume] knob
Adjusts the overall volume level (p. 20).
[Brilliance] knob
3.
Adjusts the tone brightness (p. 20).
4.
Tone buttons
They are used to choose the kinds of tones (tone groups)
played by the keyboard (p. 22).
[Piano] button
[E. Piano] button
[Strings] button
[Others] button
5.
[Reverb] button
Adds reverberation as you would hear when playing in a
concert hall (p. 24).
Display
6.
Tone names, song names, and various settings are shown
here.
7891011
8.
[Play/Stop]/[▲] button
• Plays/stops an internal song or a recorded performance
(p. 43).
• Starts/stops recording your performance (p. 50).
• Selects an item in a settings screen.
9.
[Rec]/[▼] button
• Records your own performance into the RG-1F/RG-3F
(p. 50).
• Selects an item in a settings screen.
10.
[+]/[], [–]/[] buttons
• Changes a value in a settings screen.
• Selects the tone played by the keyboard (p. 22).
• Selects a song (p. 43).
• Fast-forward/rewind a song (p. 43).
[Song]/[Enter] button
11.
• Displays the song select screen.
• Confirms a setting you’ve changed.
7.
[Piano Designer]/[Exit] button
Switches to a screen where you can make various settings
(p. 54).
This button is also used to return to the previous screen, or
to cancel a setting.
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Panel Descriptions
7986
5
Jack Panel (RG-1F/RG-3F’s Bottom Left Panel)
fig.JackPanel1_e.eps
21
1.
Phones jacks
Connect headphones to these jacks (p. 21).
2.
Input jacks (RCA phono type) (L/Mono, R)
You can connect an audio device or another electronic
musical instrument here, and listen to its sound through
the RG-1F/RG-3F’s speakers (p. 76).
fig.JackPanel2_e.eps
34
3.
MIDI In/Out connectors
You can connect external MIDI devices to these jacks in
order to exchange performance data (p. 77).
USB (MIDI) connector
4.
You can connect this to your computer in order to
exchange performance data (p. 78).
5.
LCD Contrast knob
Adjusts the brightness of the front panel display (p. 21).
6.
Input jacks (1/4 inch phone type) (L/Mono, R)
You can connect an audio device or another electronic
musical instrument here, and listen to its sound through
the RG-1F/RG-3F’s speakers (p. 76).
7.
Output jacks (1/4 inch phone type) (L/Mono, R)
You can connect these jacks to your audio system and
enjoy powerful sound (p. 75).
8.
Pedal connector
Connect the pedal cord here (p. 19).
9.
AC Inlet
Connect the included power cord here (p. 19).
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External Memory Connector (RG-1F/RG-3F’s Bottom Right Panel)
fig.ExtMemory.eps
1
Panel Descriptions
External memory connector
1.
You can connect your USB memory or CD drive here, and
use it to play back stored songs (p. 43). Songs that you
record on the RG-1F/RG-3F can also be saved to USB
memory (p. 52).
By rotating the base you can store your USB memory and
USB cable neatly.
* When connecting a USB cable to the external memory
connector, take care that it is oriented correctly, and insert it
all the way into the connector. Do not use excessive force.
* Before you can use new USB memory, you must initialize
(format) it on the RG-1F/RG-3F. For details, refer to
“Formatting User Memory or USB Memory” (p. 61).
* Please use USB memory sold by Roland. Operation cannot be
guaranteed if any other USB memory is used.
15
Getting Ready
(2)
(2)
Opening/Closing the Top
Raising the music rest
Raise the music rest before you open the piano top. Close
the piano top before you lower the music rest.
1.
Gently raise the music rest and fasten it in place.
To fold back the music rest, support it with your hand,
2.
bend down the metal fixtures, and gently lower the
music rest into position.
fig.music-rest1_e.eps
(1)
(2)
(2)
Opening the top (for the RG-1F)
The top must be opened or closed by an adult.
3.
Use both hands to firmly grasp the right side of the top
(toward the high notes: position A in the illustration),
and slowly raise it.
fig.LidOpen1_e.eps
A
Using the music supports (for the RG-3F)
By raising the music supports you can hold a music book open to
the desired page.
If you’re not using the music supports, fold them down.
fig.music-rest2_e.eps
Push
When opening the top, take care not to open it too far. An
angle of about 30 degrees is appropriate. Opening the top
significantly beyond this angle may damage the piano, or
cause the top to fall. Before you open the top, make sure that
no one is in the direction toward which the top opens.
Do not transport the piano with the top opened. Doing so
may cause the top stick to come out of its socket, allowing
the top to fall.
Using one hand to support the top, raise the top stick
4.
and fit it into its socket.
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5.
B C
Move the tip of the top stick to position B of the socket,
locking it into place.
The top stick must be locked into the socket to prevent
the top from falling.
Do not release the top until the top stick is completely
locked.
fig.TopstickLock_e.eps
B
Getting Ready
Do not transport the piano with the top opened. Doing so
may cause the top stick to come out of its socket, allowing
the top to fall.
4.
Using one hand to support the top, raise the top stick
and fit it into its socket.
About the top sticks and sockets
The RG-3F has two top sticks of differing lengths.
These top sticks allow you to vary the openness of the top.
fig.tsukiage2_e.eps
Long top stick
Short top stick
* To close the top, reverse the procedure by which you
opened it.
Opening the top (for the RG-3F)
The top must be opened or closed by an adult.
3.
Use both hands to firmly grasp the right side of the top
(toward the high notes: position A in the illustration),
and slowly raise it.
fig.LidOpen2_e.eps
The top sticks fit in the sockets as follows.
Long top stick: inner socket (location B)
Short top stick: outer socket (location C)
fig.tsukiage_e.eps
A
When opening the top, take care not to open it too far. An
angle of about 30 degrees is appropriate. Opening the top
significantly beyond this angle may damage the piano, or
cause the top to fall. Before you open the top, make sure that
no one is in the direction toward which the top opens.
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Getting Ready
5.
Move the tip of the top stick to position D of the socket,
locking it into place.
Opening/Closing the Keyboard Lid
The top stick must be locked into the socket to prevent
the top from falling.
Do not release the top until the top stick is completely
locked.
fig.TopstickLock2_e.eps
D
* To close the top, reverse the procedure by which you
opened it.
For the RG-1F
fig.OpenLid.eps
To open the keyboard lid, grasp the lid with both hands,
1.
lift lightly, and slide the lid toward the back.
To close the keyboard lid, use both hands to slowly pull
2.
the lid toward yourself, and lower it gently when it stops.
• Take care not to pinch your fingers when opening or closing
the keyboard lid. If a small child is using the piano, an adult
should provide assistance.
• For safety, be sure to close the keyboard lid before moving
the piano.
• Do not close the keyboard lid while sheet music or the like is
placed on the keyboard.
For the RG-3F
fig.OpenLid2.eps
1.
To open the keyboard lid, use both hands to lift up the lid.
2.
To close the keyboard lid, use both hands to gently lower
the lid.
• If you grasp the front of the keyboard lid too deeply, you risk
pinching your fingers. Be careful to grasp only the front edge
when opening or closing the lid.
• Be careful not to pinch your fingers when opening or closing
the lid. If a small child is using the piano, an adult should
provide assistance.
• For safety, be sure to close the keyboard lid before moving
the piano.
• Do not close the keyboard lid while sheet music or the like is
placed on the keyboard.
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Getting Ready
A
B
C
D
E
F
Connecting the Pedal Cord and Power Cord
fig.ACPdlConnect.eps
1.
Connect the pedal cord to the Pedal connector of the jack
panel located on the bottom left of the piano.
2.
Connect the power cord to the AC inlet of the jack panel.
Turning the Power On/Off
Once the connections have been completed (p. 19), 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.
Turning the power on
1.
Turn the front panel [Volume] knob all the way to the
left.
Always make sure to have the volume level turned
down before switching on power. Even with the volume
all the way down, you may still hear some sound when
the power is switched on, but this is normal, and does
not indicate a malfunction.
2.
Press the [Power] switch.
The power will turn on, and the front panel display will show
the following.
fig.d-PowerOn.eps
941
943
Use the cord clamps (with double-sided tape) to fasten
3.
the pedal cord and power cord at locations A, B, and C
(recommended) shown below.
Fasten the power cord.
4.
For the RG-1F:
Attach the cord clamps (with screws) to locations D, E, and F
shown below, and use them to fasten the cable.
For the RG-3F:
Attach cord clamps (with double-sided tape) to locations D,
E, and F (recommended) shown below, and use them to
fasten the cable.
fig.CordClamp_e.eps
C
C
B
B
A
A
D
D
Cord clamps
(with double-sided tape)
Cord clamps
(RG-1F: with screws,
RG-3F: with double-sided tape)
E
E
After a short while, sound will be heard when you play the
keyboard. Use the [Volume] knob to adjust the volume.
This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief
interval (a few seconds) after power up is required
before the unit will operate normally.
Turning the power off
Turn the front panel [Volume] knob all the way to the left
1.
to minimize the volume.
Press the [Power] switch.
2.
The front panel display will go dark, and the power will turn
off.
If you need to turn off the power completely, first turn
off the [Power] switch, then unplug the power cord
from the power outlet. Refer to “Power Supply” (p. 7).
942
945
F
F
5.
Connect the power cord to an electrical outlet.
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Getting Ready
Soft Pedal
Sostenuto Pedal
Damper Pedal
Adjusting the Sound’s Volume and
Brilliance
1.
Turn the [Volume] knob to adjust the overall volume.
Turn the [Brilliance] knob to adjust the brightness of the
2.
sound.
fig.Vol_adjust_e.eps
MinMaxMellow
The mark at the top of the [Volume] knob indicates the
volume level typically produced by an acoustic piano.
This is usually the most appropriate volume for your
piano performances.
Bright
Using the Pedals
The pedals perform the following operations. You’ll use them
mainly when playing piano.
fig.pedalName_e.eps
Sostenuto Pedal (center pedal)
The notes you are pressing when this pedal is depressed will
be sustained.
Soft Pedal (left pedal)
This pedal is used to make the sound softer.
Playing with the soft pedal depressed produces a sound that
is not as strong as when otherwise played with the
equivalent strength. This is the same function as the left
pedal of an acoustic piano.
The softness of the tone can be varied subtly by the depth to
which you press the pedal.
You can switch the function of the sostenuto pedal and
soft pedal (p. 70).
If you move the piano (RG-1F)
If you move the piano to a different
location, be sure to adjust the
adjuster knob located under the
pedals.
Turn the adjuster to lower it so that it
firmly contacts the floor.
Adjuster knob
Damper Pedal (right pedal)
Use this pedal to sustain the sound.
While this pedal is held down, notes will be sustained for an
extended time even if you release your fingers from the
keyboard.
The length of sustain will change subtly depending on how
deeply you press the pedal.
When you press the damper pedal of an acoustic piano, a
slight noise is heard when the damper frees the strings, and
a richly spacious resonance is added by the strings that
vibrate in sympathy with the strings of the notes you actually
play. The RG-1F/RG-3F replicates the sound created when
the damper releases the string (“damper noise”) and the
sympathetic vibration (“damper resonance”).
If there is a gap between the adjuster and the floor, the piano
may be unstable or the pedal may be damaged. In particular
when placing the piano on a carpeted surface, make sure that the
adjuster is firmly pressing down on the floor.
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You can modify the sound of the damper releasing the
string and the sound of the sympathetic vibration (p.
32).
Getting Ready
Headphone hook
Wing nut to
secure
Connecting Headphones
This instrument has two headphone jacks.
Since two people can use headphones simultaneously, this is
convenient for lessons or when playing duets.
It also allows you to play late at night without inconveniencing
other people.
fig.Phones.eps
Using the Headphone Hook
Whenever you are not using the headphones, you can hang
them on the headphone hook of the RG-1F/RG-3F.
1.
Press and twist the headphone hook included with the
RG-1F/RG-3F into the hole in the bottom left of the
RG-1F/RG-3F (refer to the figure below).
2.
Turn the headphone hook wing nut to secure the
headphone hook.
RG-1F
fig.Hook_e.eps
Wing nut to
secure
Headphone hook
1.
Connect your headphones to a Phones jack in the jack
panel located on the bottom left of the piano.
If headphones are connected, no sound will be produced
from the piano’s speakers.
Use the front panel [Volume] knob to adjust the volume of
the headphones.
• Use headphones that have a stereo 1/4” phone plug.
• To prevent damage to the cord’s internal conductors, avoid
rough handling. When using headphones, mainly try to
handle either the plug or the headset.
• Your headphones may be damaged if the volume of a device
is already turned up when you plug them in. Minimize the
volume before you plug in the headphones.
• Excessive input will not only strain the headphones, but may
also damage your hearing. Please enjoy music at an
appropriate volume.
RG-3F
fig.Hook_3F_e.eps
Do not hang anything other than headphones on the
headphone hook. Doing so may damage the instrument
or the hook.
Adjusting the Contrast of the Screen
Turn the [LCD Contrast] knob located in the jack panel on
1.
the RG-1F/RG-3F’s bottom left to adjust the brightness of
the display.
fig.Contrast.eps
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Playing
Playing Various Sounds
The RG-1F/RG-3F lets you play using a variety of sounds (a total of more than
300) that include piano sounds as well as other sounds.
Each of these sounds is called a “tone.” The tones are organized into four
groups, with each group assigned to a tone button.
fig.Buttons.eps
Selecting a tone group
1
Press one of the tone buttons.
The indicator of the button you pressed will light.
Play the keyboard, and you’ll hear the selected tone.
Selecting variation tones
2
Use the [+] [–] buttons to select a tone.
The screen will show the name of the selected tone.
fig.d-GrandPiano1.eps
Play the keyboard, and you’ll hear the selected tone.
About the available tones
ButtonDescription
[Piano] button
[E. Piano] button
[Strings] button
[Others] button
This button selects a variety of instruments in the history of the piano, ranging from
grand piano to honky-tonk.
This button selects a variety of the electric piano sounds used in pop and rock, and
various instruments played with mallets.
This button selects orchestral instruments such as violin and other string instruments,
as well as instruments that are suitable for dual performance with piano sounds (p. 23).
This button selects a variety of tones including organ, bass, and GM2 sounds (p. 88).
*If tone numbers 35–42 are selected, the keyboard will act as a drum set.
*If you’ve selected a tone to which the rotary effect is applied, you can press the
[Others] button to change the modulation speed of the rotary effect.
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*For some tones, there are keys that do not produce sound.
*For more about the tones, refer to “Tone List” (p. 82).
Layering Two Tones (Dual Performance)
The pitch of tone 2 can be
changed in steps of an
octave (p. 71).
If you press the damper
pedal while using Dual
performance, the effect will
apply to both tone 1 and
tone 2; however, you can
change this setting so that
the effect applies to only one
tone (p. 69).
You can adjust the volume
balance of the two tones (p.
68).
You can play two tones simultaneously from a single key.
This feature is called “Dual performance.”
Here’s an example of playing piano and strings tones together.
Playing
1
Hold down the [Piano] button and press the [Strings] button.
Both buttons will light.
When you play the keyboard, the piano and strings tones will sound together.
fig.d-Dual.eps
Tone 1
Tone 2
When you press any one of the tone buttons, the dual performance settings will
be cancelled, and the tone of the button you pressed will sound by itself.
About the tones
Tone name
Tone 1The left tone buttonUse the [+] [–] buttons.
Tone 2The right tone button
*Dual performance is not possible if Split performance is turned on (p. 25).
*Depending on the combination of tones, there will be cases in which a tone
sounds different because no effect is applied to tone 2.
Corresponding buttonHow to switch tones
Hold down the button of tone 2 (the right
of the two lit tone buttons) and use the [+]
[–] buttons.
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Playing
Adding Reverberation (Reverb)
You can add a pleasant reverberation to the sounds you play from the
keyboard, producing the impression that you’re playing in a concert hall.
This effect is called “Reverb.”
1
Adjusting the Reverb Depth
Press the [Reverb] button.
fig.Rev-Button.eps
The [Reverb] button will light; reverb will be applied to the sounds you play
from the keyboard.
To cancel the reverb effect, press the [Reverb] button once again so its
illumination is turned off.
You can save this setting in
the RG-1F/RG-3F’s memory
using the Memory Backup
function (p. 72).
1
Hold down the [Reverb] button and press the [+] or [–] button.
The screen will indicate the reverb depth setting.
fig.d-RevDepth.eps
Range
Higher values produce deeper reverb.
*You can’t set the reverb depth individually for each tone. Each tone will have
the same reverb depth.
*The depth of the reverb applied to song playback will not change.
1–10
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Playing Different Tones with the Right and Left Hands
(Split Performance)
“Split performance” is a feature that lets you divide the keyboard at a specific
note, and play different tones with the right and left hands. When using Split
performance, the note at which the keyboard is divided is called the “split
point.”
The split point note is included in the left-hand section of the keyboard.
fig.Split-KBD_e.eps
Split Point (This is set to “F#3” at the time of purchase.)
Playing
You can change the split
point.
Refer to “Changing the
Keyboard Split Point” (p. 26).
1
2
3
4
5
C1 D1 E1 F1 G1 A1 B1A0 B0C2C3C4C5C8B7
…
Left-hand ToneRight-hand Tone
Select a tone (p. 22).
The tone you select will be the right-hand tone.
Press the [Piano Designer] button so the indicator is lit.
Use the [▲] [▼] buttons to select “9. Function.”
fig.d-PD9-Function.eps
Press the [Enter] button.
Use the [▲] [▼] buttons to select “Split.”
fig.d-split.eps
6
Press the [+] button to turn the setting “On.”
The keyboard will be divided into right-hand and left-hand sections.
The right-hand section of the keyboard will play the tone you were playing
before selecting Split performance.
Hold down the tone button for the tone you want to play in the left-hand
section; the screen will indicate the tone name. Now you can use the [+] [–]
buttons to select the desired variation for the left-hand tone.
*To cancel the Split function, press the [–] button to turn the “Split” setting “Off.”
7
Press the [Piano Designer] button several times to make the indicator go
dark.
To turn the Split function on/
off, hold down a tone button
and press the [Song] button.
When the Split function is on,
a screen such as the
following will be shown.
fig.d-split1.eps
Hold down the tone button
for the left-hand section and
use the [+] [–] buttons to
select the desired variation
for the left-hand tone.
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Playing
This is set to “F#3” at the time
of purchase.
Changing the Keyboard Split Point
Here’s how to change the split point when using Split performance.
1
2
3
4
5
Press the [Piano Designer] button so the indicator is lit.
Use the [▲] [▼] buttons to select “9. Function.”
fig.d-PD9-Function.eps
Press the [Enter] button.
Use the [▲] [▼] buttons to select “Split Point.”
fig.d-SplitPoint.eps
Use the [+] [–] buttons to specify the split point.
Range
B1–B6
You can save this setting in
the RG-1F/RG-3F’s memory
using the Memory Backup
function (p. 72).
6
Press the [Piano Designer] button several times to make the indicator go
dark.
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Playing
Changing the Pitch of the Keyboard (Transpose)
“Transpose” is a function that lets you shift the pitch without changing the
fingering with which you play the keyboard.
For example, if a song is in a difficult key that contains numerous sharps ( ) or
flats ( ), using the Transpose function will let you play the song in an easier key.
If you’re accompanying a singer, you can easily transpose to a key that’s
comfortable for their voice while keeping the same keyboard fingering (i.e.,
while playing the music as written).
1
2
3
4
Press the [Piano Designer] button so the indicator is lit.
Use the [▲] [▼] buttons to select “9. Function.”
fig.d-PD9-Function.eps
Press the [Enter] button.
Use the [▲] [▼] buttons to select “Transpose Value.”
fig.d-TransposeValue.eps
The RG-1F/RG-3F lets you
choose how you want to
transpose; you can transpose
just the keyboard, both the
keyboard and the song
together, or just the song.
With the factory settings,
both the keyboard and the
song will be transposed (p.
69). If you change this setting
so that only the song is
transposed, the Transpose
function will not apply to the
keyboard.
5
Use the [+] [–] buttons to specify the key to which you want to transpose.
Each time you press the [+] or [–] button, the pitch of the keyboard will change
by one semitone.
By pressing both the [+] [–] buttons simultaneously, you can return the
transposition to its original setting (0).
Setting
-6–0–+5
Description
Semitone steps
With a setting of “0,” the Transpose feature is cancelled.
*If you switch songs, the transpose setting will return to “0.”
Example:
The song is written in E major, but you want to play it using C-scale fingering
This setting is relative to the root (C) of the C-scale. Since E is four chromatic
steps above C, you’ll set the transpose setting to “4.”
fig.Ex-Trnspse_e.eps
If you play
C E G
It will sound
#
E G
B
6
Press the [Piano Designer] button several times to make the indicator go
dark.
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Playing
Playing with the Metronome
You can sound the metronome while you play.
The volume and time signature of the metronome can be changed.
If a song is playing, the metronome will sound at the tempo and time signature
of that song.
1
2
3
4
5
Press the [Piano Designer] button so the indicator is lit.
Use the [▲] [▼] buttons to select “4. Metronome.”
fig.d-PD4-Metronome.eps
Press the [Enter] button.
Use the [▲] [▼] buttons to select “Metronome.”
fig.d-Metronome.eps
Press the [+] button to turn the setting “On.”
The metronome will begin sounding.
To stop the metronome, turn the setting “Off.”
Changing the metronome’s tempo
6
7
Use the [▲] [▼] buttons to select “Tempo.”
Use the [+] [–] buttons to set the tempo.
Correspondence between beat and tempo display
Time signature
Tempo value
2/2
=5–250
0/4, 2/4,
3/4, 4/4,
5/4, 6/4,
7/4
=10–500=20–999=7–333
3/8
6/8, 9/8,
12/8
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Changing the metronome’s time signature
8
Use the [▲] [▼] buttons to select “Beat.”
Playing
If a song is playing, the
metronome will be set to the
time signature of that song.
9
Use the [+] [–] buttons to set the time signature.
If you choose “0/4,” only the sound of the weak beats will be
heard.
Changing the metronome’s volume
10
11
12
Use the [▲] [▼] buttons to select “Metronome Vol.”
Use the [+] [–] buttons to set the metronome volume.
Setting
0–10
Press the [Piano Designer] button several times to make the indicator go
dark.
Description
The metronome will not sound if you set the metronome volume to “0.”
You can’t change the
metronome’s time signature
while a song is playing.
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Playing
Changing the Keyboard Sensitivity (Key Touch)
Here’s how to change the sensitivity with which the keyboard responds to your
playing.
1
2
3
4
Press the [Piano Designer] button so the indicator is lit.
Use the [▲] [▼] buttons to select “1. Piano Designer.”
fig.d-PD1-PDesigner.eps
Press the [Enter] button.
The Tone “Grand Piano1” is selected.
Use the [▲] [▼] buttons to select “Key Touch.”
fig.d-KeyTouch.eps
You can save this setting in
the RG-1F/RG-3F’s memory
using the Memory Backup
function (p. 72).
5
6
Use the [+] [–] buttons to choose the Key Touch setting.
Setting
Fixed
S.Light (Super Light)
Light
Medium
Heavy
S.Heavy (Super Heavy)
Description
Notes will sound at a fixed volume, regardless of how
strongly you play the keyboard.
Very light
Light
Standard
Heavy
Very heavy
Press the [Piano Designer] button several times to make the indicator go
dark.
A lighter setting allows you to produce fortissimo (ff) with a lighter touch,
making the keyboard feel lighter. This setting will be comfortable for children
who have not yet developed finger strength.
A heavier setting will require you to play more strongly than usual to produce
fortissimo (ff), making the keyboard feel heavier. This setting allows you to be
more expressive when you’re varying your playing dynamics.
The “Medium” setting allows for performing with the most natural touch. This
setting is the closest to that of an acoustic piano.
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