Roland RK-500 User Manual

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

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

ATTENTION: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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

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

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

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

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

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

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

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

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

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

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

For the U.K.

WARNING: IMPORTANT:

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying

the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured GREEN-AND-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the

letter E or by the safety earth symbol or coloured GREEN or GREEN-AND-YELLOW.

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.

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

Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS,”

“USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 12), and “Important Notes” (p. 15). 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.

without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.

Look at All You Can Do with the VIMA

The VIMA is a new concept of keyboard that allows even musically

inexperienced people to connect a LCD television, video camera, portable

audio player, or other devices, and enjoy music and video.

Simple and functional design

The VIMA’s large buttons and clearly labeled are easy to see and press, making operation simple. The panel design groups the operating buttons by their purpose, so you’ll be able to quickly accomplish what you want to do.

p. 18

Large LCD display for good visibility and easy operation

The VIMA’s large LCD display is operated simply by touching the screen. This screen also lets you view the image from a video device connected to the VIMA.

p. 19, 33

Enjoy singing together

You can display lyrics or a notation on a television connected to the VIMA, and enjoy full-fledged karaoke at home. You can also change the tempo of the song for more comfortable singing, or change the pitch to be appropriate for the range of the singer.

Since two microphones can be connected, two people can sing together. You can also add reverberation to your voice for greater singing enjoyment, apply effects to transform a female voice into a male voice, or add harmony.

Enjoy karaoke with music CDs

You can minimize the vocal sounds from a commercially available music CD, and enjoy karaoke.

Sing with a slide show in the background

When playing one of the VIMA’s internal songs, you can enjoy karaoke while watching a slide show that’s suitable for the atmosphere of the song. You can also connect your digital camera and view your own photographs as a slide show.

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p. 74–76

Enjoy home videos or DVD video

DVD video or videos you’ve shot with your video camera can be shown on a large screen, such as a plasma television connected to the VIMA, while you enjoy performing with the video in the background.

p. 68–71

Enjoy a slide show of pictures filled with memories

You can also enjoy a slide show using vacation or family photos you’ve taken with your digital camera.

p. 75

Use a large screen to enjoy video from a portable audio/video player

Video from your portable audio/video player can be viewed on a large television connected to the VIMA while you enjoy powerful sound from the VIMA’s speakers.

p. 72

Switch between images that match the feeling of the song

While you perform, you can switch images suitable for each song from a video camera, DVD player, or portable audio/video player connected to the VIMA.

Watch the piano roll screen to enjoy music visually

When you play back a song, the keys displayed in the screen will move automatically, and a piano roll will indicate the pitch and duration of each note.

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p. 66

Perform using instrumental sounds appropriate for each song

If you’re performing while listening to one of the VIMA’s internal songs, you’ll be able to conveniently choose “Recommended tones” that are suitable for that song. You’ll also be able to watch a slide show that is appropriate for the character of the song.

p. 84

Serious piano performance capability

The VIMA gives you full-fledged piano performance capability with three pedals and high-quality grand piano sounds. You can also change the keyboard’s touch sensitivity as appropriate for the playing strength of the player.

Play the melody along with the song

When listening to the VIMA’s internal songs or to SMF music files, you can decrease or eliminate the melody and play it yourself.

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p. 94–95

Increase your repertoire using CD-ROMs created especially for the VIMA (VIMA TUNES)

By taking advantage of CD-ROMs created specifically for VIMA (VIMA TUNES), you can add to the VIMA’s internal songs and enjoy songs from a wide range of musical styles.

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Record the music you play

You can record the music you play on the VIMA. You can also record yourself playing along with the VIMA’s internal songs or with SMF music files.

Copy your recorded songs to USB memory

After recording a song, you can save it in “Favorites” (internal memory) and listen to it later. The songs you record can also be copied to USB memory for backup.

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p. 102, 108

Introduction

Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the VIMA (RK-500). To ensure that you obtain the maximum enjoyment and take full advantage of the VIMA’s functionality, please read this owner’s manual carefully.

About the Manual

The VIMA’s documentation consists of two volumes; an application guide and an owner’s manual.

You should first read the “Before You Play” section of the owner’s manual (this document). This explains how to connect the power cord and turn on the power.

After you’ve turned on the power, read the application guide. Reading through the application guide will help you understand the possibilities that the VIMA provides.

The owner’s manual covers everything from the basic operations you need in order to play the VIMA, to more advanced setups in which you connect various devices to the VIMA and enjoy music and video.

Conventions in this Manual

In order to explain the operations as clearly as possible, this manual uses the following conventions.

• Text enclosed in square brackets [ ] indicates the name of a button or a knob, such as the [ECHO] button.

• Text enclosed in angle brackets < > indicates text that appears in the screen, such as <Menu>.

• For ease of reading, some of the screen illustrations use color that differs from the actual screen of the VIMA. Please be aware that these may differ from the appearance of the actual screen.

• When the manual instructs you to “touch” something, it means that you should touch that location in the touch panel screen.

• Lines that begin with or an asterisk * are cautionary statements that you must be sure to read.

• The numbers of pages that you can turn to for additional, related information are given like this: (p. **).

• This document uses screen shots for explanatory purposes. Please be aware that the settings in these explanatory screen shots may not match the actual factory settings (Tone names, etc.).

NOTE

Contents

Look at All You Can Do with the VIMA...................................... 2

Introduction ............................................................................. 6

About the Manual................................................................................................. 6

Conventions in this Manual............................................................................ 6

USING THE UNIT SAFELY........................................................ 12

Important Notes..................................................................... 15

Names of Things and What They Do....................................... 18

Before You Play ..................................................................... 24

Getting Ready to Play ......................................................................................... 24

Connecting the Power Cord......................................................................... 24

Turning the Power On/Off .......................................................................... 24

Adjusting the Volume.................................................................................. 25

Attaching the Music Rest ............................................................................. 26

Connecting the Pedal Cord.......................................................................... 26

Connecting the Speaker Cable .................................................................... 27

Adjusting the Brightness of the Display .................................................................. 27

Listening through Headphones.............................................................................. 28

Using the Headphone Hook......................................................................... 28

About the Pedals ................................................................................................ 29

Enjoying a Demonstration of the VIMA’s Capabilities.............................................. 29

Connecting an External Display or a Television ...................................................... 30

Connecting a Television .............................................................................. 30

Connecting an External Display ................................................................... 31

Switching Off Your Television or External Display........................................... 32

Using the VIMA’s Display to Check the Image Shown on the External Display ............ 33

Listening to Songs .................................................................. 34

Songs You Can Listen to on the VIMA ................................................................... 34

Listening to Internal Songs.................................................................................... 35

Listening to Songs from CD .................................................................................. 38

Listening to Songs from USB Memory .................................................................... 42

Registering a Song in “Favorites” (Copy) ............................................................... 44

Listening to Songs Copied in “Favorites”................................................................ 46

Deleting a Song from “Favorites” ................................................................. 48

Changing the Tempo of a Song............................................................................ 49

Contents

Using the Remote................................................................................................ 50

Installing Batteries in the Remote................................................................... 50

Using the Remote ....................................................................................... 51

Remote Control Buttons ............................................................................... 52

Singing Along with the VIMA ................................................. 54

Connecting a Microphone ................................................................................... 54

Adjusting the Volume of the Microphone ............................................................... 55

Adding Echo to Vocals (ECHO)............................................................................ 56

Applying an Effect to Vocals (VOCAL EFFECTS) ..................................................... 57

Changing the Song to a Key that’s Comfortable for Singing (KEY CONTROL) ............ 58

Enjoying Karaoke with a Music CD (CENTER CANCEL) .......................................... 59

Muting the Melody of an Internal Song or Music Files for a Sing-along (Melody Mute) 60

Decreasing the Melody Volume of a Song (Melody Guide)...................................... 61

Enjoying Music and Video with the VIMA................................ 62

Performing while You Watch a Notation (DIGISCORE)............................................ 64

Watching the Notes while a Song Plays (Piano Roll) ............................................... 66

Performing with a Background Image from a Video Camera.................................... 68

Performing with a Background Image from a DVD Player ........................................ 70

Enjoying Powerful Sound and Big-screen Playback from Your Portable

Audio/Video Player............................................................................................ 72

Playing Photos Automatically (Slide Show) ............................................................. 74

Enjoying a Slide Show Along with Internal Songs or Songs from CD-ROMs

Made for the VIMA .................................................................................... 74

Watching a Slide Show with Digital Camera Photos....................................... 75

Watching a Slide Show with Photos Saved on USB Memory ........................... 77

Freely Switching Between Images ......................................................................... 78

Specifying the Transition Time Between Images.............................................. 79

Viewing Lyrics .................................................................................................... 80

Performing ............................................................................ 81

Selecting the Sound Played from the Keyboard....................................................... 81

Playing Sound Effects or Percussion Instruments from the Keyboard ........................... 83

Performing with Sounds that Match the Song (Recommended Tones) ......................... 84

Performing with Your Favorite Sounds (User Tones) ................................................. 86

Setting User Tones...................................................................................... 86

Selecting User Tones................................................................................... 88

Sounding a Count to Keep your Timing Accurate.................................................... 89

Adjusting the Volume Balance Between the Song and Keyboard .............................. 90

Contents

Using the D Beam Controller for Additional Enjoyment ............................................ 91

Modifying the Sound .................................................................................. 91

Moving Your Hand Above the D Beam Controller to Produce a Sound Effect ..... 92

Using an Expression Pedal to Add Dynamics to Your Playing ................................... 93

Muting the Song Melody and Playing It Yourself (Melody Mute) ............................... 94

Hearing the Song Melody While You Play It (Melody Guide) ................................... 95

Recording.............................................................................. 96

Recording Your Keyboard Performance ................................................................. 97

Recording Your Playing Along with a Song............................................................ 99

Saving Your Performance..................................................... 101

About Saving and Copying ............................................................................... 101

Saving a Recorded Song in “Favorites” ............................................................... 102

Using USB Memory........................................................................................... 104

Connecting USB Memory .......................................................................... 104

Locking the External Memory Connector Cover ............................................ 105

Initializing USB Memory (Format) ............................................................... 106

Copying a Song............................................................................................... 108

Copying a Song from “Favorites” to USB Memory........................................ 108

Copying a Song from USB Memory or CD-ROM to “Favorites” ...................... 110

Settings ............................................................................... 112

System Settings................................................................................................. 112

Specifying What the Key Control Buttons will Affect (Key Control) .................. 112

Adjusting the Brightness of the Sound (Brilliance).......................................... 112

Adjusting the Keyboard Sensitivity (Key Touch) ............................................ 112

Adding Reverberation (Reverb) .................................................................. 113

Tuning Settings................................................................................................. 113

Matching the Pitch with Other Instruments (Master Tune) ............................... 114

Changing the Tuning Curve (Stretch Tuning) ................................................ 114

Player Settings.................................................................................................. 114

Continuous Playback (Play Mode) .............................................................. 115

Changing the Time Signature (Beat)............................................................ 115

Changing the Melody Channel (Melody Channel)........................................ 115

Remote Control Settings..................................................................................... 116

Disabling the Remote Control Unit (Remote Control)...................................... 116

Assigning Functions to the Remote’s Buttons (FUNC 1, FUNC2) ..................... 116

Contents

Vocal Settings .................................................................................................. 117

Switching the Type of Vocal Effect (Effect).................................................... 117

Specifying the Harmony Channel when Vocal Effect is set to “Music Files”

(Music Files Channel)................................................................................ 118

Selecting the Type of Mic Echo (Echo Type)................................................. 118

Adjusting the Microphone Echo (Echo)........................................................ 118

Video Settings .................................................................................................. 119

Using the Keyboard to Switch the Display (Piano Roll Split) ........................... 119

Specifying the Television Format (NTSC/PAL) .............................................. 120

Selecting the Aspect Ratio of the Video Output (Video Output Aspect Ratio) .... 120

Classic Type Piano Roll Screen Settings ............................................................... 121

Specifying the Color of the Piano (Cabinet) ................................................. 121

Specifying the State of the Door of the Player Piano (Door)............................ 121

Displaying Bar Lines and Measure Numbers (Measure Display) ..................... 121

Specifying How Notes are Shown (Gradation)............................................. 122

Specifying the Logo of the Piano (Logo)....................................................... 122

Modern Type Piano Roll Screen Settings .............................................................. 122

Specifying the Direction in which the Piano Roll Screen Moves (Viewpoint)...... 123

Selecting the Background Image (Background)............................................. 123

Selecting the Foreground Image (Frame) ..................................................... 123

Specifying How Notes are Shown (Gradation)............................................. 123

Slide Show Settings .......................................................................................... 124

Selecting the Type of Slide Show (Type) ...................................................... 124

Selecting the Interval at which Images will Change (Interval).......................... 124

Count Settings .................................................................................................. 125

Selecting the Timing at which the Count is Sounded (Count Mode) ................. 125

Selecting the Count-in Sound (Count In Sound)............................................. 125

D Beam Controller Settings ................................................................................ 126

Adjusting the Sensitivity of the D Beam Controller (D Beam Sensitivity) ............ 126

MIDI Settings.................................................................................................... 127

Changing the MIDI Transmit Channel (Tx Channel)....................................... 127

Disconnecting the Internal Sound Generator and Keyboard (Local Control)...... 128

USB Driver Settings ........................................................................................... 129

Changing the USB Driver Settings (USB Driver) ............................................ 129

Other Settings .................................................................................................. 130

Restoring the Factory-set Condition (Factory Reset)........................................ 130

Initializing User Memory (Format User Memory)........................................... 131

Initializing USB Memory (Format External Memory) ...................................... 132

Calibrating the Touch Screen (Touch Screen) ............................................... 133

Contents

Connecting Other Equipment ................................................ 134

Connecting Audio Equipment............................................................................. 134

Playing the VIMA through Connected Speakers............................................ 134

Playing the Sound of an Audio Device through the VIMA .............................. 135

Connecting MIDI Equipment............................................................................... 136

Using a MIDI Sequencer to Play the VIMA................................................... 136

Playing a MIDI Sound Module from the VIMA.............................................. 136

Connecting Your Computer................................................................................ 137

Appendices

Troubleshooting................................................................................................ 138

Error Messages ................................................................................................ 145

Tone List .......................................................................................................... 146

Music Files That the VIMA Can Use..................................................................... 151

The VIMA’s Screens .......................................................................................... 152

MIDI Implementation Chart ................................................................................ 153

Specifications................................................................................................... 154

Index .............................................................................................................. 157

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.

Safety grounding connection

001-50

Connect mains plug of this model to a mains socket outlet with a safety grounding connection.

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Do not disassemble or modify

002a

Do not disassemble or modify this device.

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Do not repair or replace parts

003

Never attempt to repair this device or replace parts. If repair or part replacement should become necessary, you must contact your dealer or a Roland service center.

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Do not use or store in the following types of locations

004

• Locations of extremely high temperature (such as in direct sunlight, near heating equipment, or on a device that generates heat)

• Near moisture (such as in a bathroom, near a sink, or on a wet floor) or in locations of high humidity

• Locations exposed to rain

• Locations of excessive dust

• Locations subject to heavy vibration

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Do not place in an unstable location

007

Do not place this device on an unstable stand or a tilted surface. You must place it in a stable and level location.

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Connect the power cord to an outlet of the correct voltage

008a

You must connect the power cord to an AC outlet of the correct voltage as marked on the device.

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.

Use only the included power cord

008e

You must use only the power cord included with the device. Do not use the included power cord with any other device.

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Do not bend the power cord or place heavy objects on it

009

Do not bend the power cord excessively, or place heavy objects on the power cord. Doing so will damage the power cord, and may cause short circuits or faulty connections, possibly resulting in fire or electrical shock.

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Do not share an outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices

015

Do not connect excessive numbers of electrical devices to a single power outlet. In particular, when using a power strip, exceeding the rated capacity (watts/amps) of the power strip may cause heat to be generated, possibly melting the cable.

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Avoid extended use at high volume

010

This device, either by itself or used in conjunction with headphones, amps, and/or speakers, is capable of producing volume levels that can cause permanent hearing damage. If you experience impaired hearing or ringing in your ears, immediately stop using the device and consult a medical specialist.

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Do not insert foreign objects

011

Never allow foreign objects (flammable objects, coins, wires, etc.) to enter this device. This can cause short circuits or other malfunctions.

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USING THE UNIT SAFELY

Turn off the power if an abnormality or malfunction occurs

012a

If any of the following should occur, immediately turn off the power, disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet, and contact your dealer or a service center to have the device serviced.

• The power cord is damaged

• The device produces smoke or an unusual smell

• A foreign object enters the device, or liquid spills into the device

• The device becomes wet (by rain, etc.)

• An abnormality or malfunction occurs in the device

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Do not allow children to use without supervision

013

In households with children, take particular care against tampering. If children are to use this device, they must be supervised or guided by an adult.

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Do not drop or subject to strong impact

014

Do not drop this device or subject it to strong impact.

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Do not use overseas

016

If you wish to use this device overseas, please contact your dealer or a service center.

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Do not recharge, heat, or disassemble the batteries Do not incinerate or submerge in water

019

Do not recharge, heat, or disassemble the batteries, or incinerate them or submerge them in water.

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Do not use a CD-ROM in an audio CD player or DVD player

023

If you attempt to play back a CD-ROM in a conventional audio CD player or DVD player, the resulting high volume may damage your hearing or your speakers.

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Do not place containers of water on the device

026

Do not place containers of water (such as a flower vase) or drinks on the device. Nor should you place containers of insecticide, perfume, alcoholic liquids, nail polish, or spray cans on the device. Liquids that spill into the device may cause it to malfunction, and may cause short circuits or faulty operation.

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Place in a well ventilated location

101a

When using this device, ensure that it is placed in a well ventilated location.

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Grasp the plug when connecting or disconnecting the power cord

102b

When connecting or disconnecting the power cord to/from an AC outlet or the device itself, you must grasp the plug, not the cord.

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Periodically wipe the dust off the power cord plug

103a

From time to time, you should unplug the power cord from the AC outlet and use a dry cloth to wipe the dust off of it. You should also unplug the power cord from the AC outlet if you will not be using the device for an extended period of time. Dust or dirt that accumulates between the power cord plug and the AC outlet can cause a short circuit, possibly resulting in fire.

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Manage cables for safety

104

Ensure that the connected cables are organized and managed in a safe manner. In particular, place the cables out of reach of children.

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Do not stand or place heavy objects on this device

106

Do not stand on this device, or place heavy objects on it.

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Do not connect or disconnect the power cord with wet hands

107b

Do not connect or disconnect the power cord to the device or AC outlet while holding the power cord plug with wet hands.

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Cautions when moving this device

108d: Selection

When moving this device, please check the following cautions. Then, make sure that at least two persons work together in lifting and carrying the device, all the while making sure to keep it level. When doing so, be careful not to pinch your hands or drop the device on your feet.

• Check whether the knob bolts fastening the device to its stand have become loose. If they are loose, tighten them firmly.

• Disconnect the power cord.

• Disconnect external devices.

• Raise the adjuster of the stand.

• Remove the music rest.

• If you’ve connected separately available items, such as a DVD stand (DST-RK500) or camera stand (BST-RK500), remove them.

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USING THE UNIT SAFELY

Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet before cleaning

109a

Before you clean the device, turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the AC outlet (p. 24).

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If there is a possibility of lightning strike, disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet

110a

If there is a possibility of lightning strike, immediately turn off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet.

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Cautions when using batteries

111: Selection

Batteries may leak or burst if they are used incorrectly. Please observe the following cautions (p.

51).

• When inserting batteries, carefully observe the correct polarity (“+” and “-”).

• Do not mix new and partially used batteries, or batteries of different types.

• If you will not be using the device for an extended period of time, remove the batteries.

• If the batteries have leaked, use a soft dry cloth to carefully wipe the liquid off the battery compartment, and install new batteries. If liquid that leaks from a battery contacts your skin, it may cause skin irritation. Battery liquid that gets into your eye is dangerous; immediately wash out your eye with water.

• Do not carry or store batteries together with metallic objects such as pens, necklaces, or hairpins.

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Cautions when using the seat

117: Selection

You must observe the following cautions when using the seat.

• Do not play with the seat or use it as a stepstool.

• Do not allow two or more people to sit on the seat simultaneously.

• Do not adjust the height while you’re sitting on the seat.

• Do not sit on the seat if the bolts fastening the legs are loose. (If they are loose, use the included tool to retighten them.)

• Never put your hand into the gap under the seat (the metallic portion of the raising mechanism). You risk pinching or injuring your hand.

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Keep small items out of the reach of children

118c

To prevent small items such as the following from being swallowed accidentally, keep them out of the reach of children.

• Included items

• Screws for assembling the stand

• Wing nut for headphone hook

• Removed parts

• Music rest attachment screws

• External memory connector cover screws

• External input jack cover

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Important Notes

In addition to the “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” listed on page 12, please observe the following cautions.

Power Supply

301

• Do not connect this device to the same electrical outlet as an inverter-controlled device such as a refrigerator, microwave oven, or air conditioner, or a device that contains an electric motor. Depending on how the other device is used, power supply noise could cause this device to malfunction or produce noise. If it is not practical to use a separate electrical outlet, please connect this device via a power supply noise filter.

306b

• Batteries are included with this device. These batteries are for the purpose of testing the operation of this device, and their lifespan may be shorter than normal.

307

• Before you make connections, you must switch off the power on all devices to prevent malfunction and/or speaker damage.

308

• When you turn off the power, the screen and indicators of this device will go dark, but this does not mean that the main power supply is completely disconnected. If you need to completely shut off the power supply, turn off the power switch of this device and then unplug it from the AC outlet. Connect this device to an AC outlet that is as close and accessible as possible.

358

• Do not leave objects on top of the keyboard. This can cause malfunctions such as failure to sound.

359

• Do not affix adhesive labels to this device. The exterior finish may be damaged when you remove the labels.

Care

401b

• For everyday care, wipe with a soft dry cloth, or remove stubborn dirt using a tightly wrung-out cloth. If this device contains wooden components, wipe the entire area following the direction of the grain. The finish may be damaged if you continue strongly rubbing a single location.

Addition

• If water droplets should adhere to this device, immediately wipe them off using a soft dry cloth.

402

• Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, or alcohol, since these can cause deformation or color change.

403

• The pedals of this device are made of brass. Brass has a natural tendency to oxidize and become tarnished. If this occurs, use a commercially available metal polish.

Location

351

• If this device is placed near devices that contain large transformers, such as power amps, hum may be induced in this device. If this occurs, move this device farther away or change its orientation.

352a

• If this device is operated near a television or radio, color distortion may be seen in the television screen or noise may be heard from the radio. If this occurs, move this device farther away.

352b

• Keep your cell phone powered off or at a sufficient distance from this device. If a cell phone is nearby, noise may be heard when a call is received or initiated, or during conversation.

354b

• Do not leave this device in direct sunlight, near devices that produce heat, or in a closed-up automobile. Do not allow illumination devices operated in close proximity (such as a piano light) or powerful spotlights to shine on the same location on this device for an extended time. This can cause deformation or color change.

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• If you move this device between locations of radically different temperature or humidity, water droplets (condensation) may form inside the device. Using the device in this condition will cause malfunctions, so please allow several hours for the condensation to disappear before you use the device.

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• Do not allow items made of rubber or vinyl to remain on top of this device for an extended time. This can cause deformation or color change.

Servicing

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• If you return this device for servicing, the contents of memory may be lost. Please store important contents on USB memory, or make a note of the contents. We take utmost care to preserve the contents of memory when performing service, but there may be cases when the stored content cannot be recovered because the memory section has malfunctioned. Please be aware that we cannot accept responsibility for the recovery of lost memory content or for any consequences of such loss.

Other Cautions

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• Stored content may be lost due to a malfunction of the device or because of inadvertent operation. You should back up important content on USB memory as a safeguard against such loss.

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• We cannot accept responsibility for the recovery of any content lost from internal memory or USB memory, or for the consequences of such loss.

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• Do not apply excessive force to the buttons, knobs, or input/output jacks, since this may cause malfunctions.

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• Do not apply strong pressure to the display or strike it.

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• The display may emit a slightly audible sound, but this is not a malfunction.

Important Notes

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• When connecting or disconnecting cables, grasp the plug (not the cable) to prevent short circuits or broken connections.

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• This device may produce a certain amount of heat, but this is not a malfunction.

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• Please enjoy your music in ways that do not inconvenience other people nearby, and pay particular attention to the volume at nighttime. Using headphones will allow you to enjoy music without having to be concerned about others.

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• When transporting or shipping this device, package it in an appropriate amount of cushioning material. Scratches, damage, or malfunctions may occur if you transport it without appropriate packaging.

Addition

• Dispose of used batteries in compliance with the refuse sorting and collection regulations applicable to your area.

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• If using the music rest, do not apply excessive force to it.

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• Use only the specified expression pedal (EV-7; available separately). Connecting a pedal made by a different manufacturer may cause this device to malfunction.

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• Some connection cables contain a resistor. Do not connect such cables to this device. Doing so may make the volume extremely low or inaudible. Please use connection cables not containing a resistor.

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• In order to provide the highest possible image quality, the VIMA uses a TFT liquid crystal display. Due to the nature of a TFT liquid crystal display, the screen may contain pixels that fail to light or that remain constantly lit, but please be aware that this is not a malfunction or defect.

Before Using the External Memory Connector

External Memory Connector Handling

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• When connecting USB memory, firmly insert it all the way in.

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• Do not touch the pins of the USB memory connector, or allow them to become dirty.

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• USB memory is made using high-precision electronic components, so please observe the following points when handling it.

• To prevent damage from static electrical charges,

discharge any static electricity that might be present in your body before handling USB memory.

• Do not touch the terminals with your fingers or any metal

object.

• Do not bend or drop USB memory, or subject it to strong

impact.

• Do not leave USB memory in direct sunlight or in

locations such as a closed-up automobile. (Storage temperature: 0–50 degrees C)

• Do not allow USB memory to become wet.

• Do not disassemble or modify USB memory.

Addition

• When connecting USB memory, position it horizontally with the external memory connector and insert it without using excessive force. The external memory connector may be damaged if you use excessive force when inserting USB memory.

Addition

• Do not insert anything other than USB memory (e.g., wire, coins, other types of device) into the external memory connector. Doing so will damage the external memory connector.

Addition

• Do not apply excessive force to the connected USB memory.

Addition

• If you will not be using USB memory for an extended period of time, close the USB memory cover.

Important Notes

Before Using the CD Drive

CD Drive Handling

• Water droplets may form inside the CD drive if you move it to a location of radically different humidity. Using the drive in this condition will cause malfunctions, so please allow several hours for the condensation to disappear before you use the drive.

• Remove the disc from the disc tray before you turn the power on or off.

• Do not insert anything (wire, coins, other types of media) into the disc tray other than discs bearing the “COMPACT disc DIGITAL AUDIO” logo. Doing so will cause the CD drive to malfunction.

• Do not subject the CD drive to vibration or shock while it is in use, or move it while its power is on.

• The pickup is designed to be dust-proof. Do not use pickup cleaner or similar products, since this may cause malfunctions.

CD Handling

• Observe the following points when handling CDs.

• Do not touch the recording surface of the CD.

• Do not use CDs in excessively dusty locations.

• Do not place CDs in direct sunlight or in locations such

as a closed-up automobile. (Storage temperature: 10–50 degrees C)

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• Do not touch or scratch the recording surface of a CD. Doing so may render the data unreadable. If a CD becomes soiled, clean it using a commercially available CD cleaner.

• Read the cautions printed on the CD jacket before using a CD.

CD Cleaning

• If dust or dirt adheres to a CD, lightly wipe it off with a soft cloth. Always wipe from the center toward the outer edge of the disc. Do not wipe in a concentric circular direction.

• Do not use record cleaner, record spray, or solvents such as benzene to clean a CD.

Cautions when Using a CD

• CD-R/RW discs containing music tracks, or CDs that contain both music tracks and data will not play correctly.

• For playback of commercially available CDs, this device supports playback only for discs bearing the “COMPACT disc DIGITAL AUDIO” logo, which indicates the official CD standard. We cannot guarantee that this device will correctly play discs that do not comply with the CD standard, such as music discs that use copy-protection technology.

• The VIMA is unable to play back music discs that use copyprotection technology.

• For details on music discs that use copy-protection technology, please contact the distributor of the disc.

• You cannot save songs on a CD or delete a song from a CD, nor can you format a CD.

• Keep CDs in their case when not in use.

• Do not leave a CD in the CD drive for an extended period of time.

• Bending a CD may make it unreadable and cause malfunctions.

• To hold a CD, insert a finger into the center hole and grasp it between the hole and the outer edge. Do not allow fingerprints or scratches to mar the recording surface of the CD.

• Do not drop CDs or stack them.

• Do not place heavy objects on a CD or subject them to strong impact.

• Do not affix adhesive labels to the label side of a CD. The CD may be scratched if you use it with an adhesive label affixed.

• When writing a title on the label side of a CD, use a softtipped writing instrument such as a felt-tipped pen.

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* GS ( ) is a registered trademark of Roland

Corporation.

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* XG lite ( ) is a registered trademark of Yamaha

Corporation.

* This product uses certain software of the

“Independent JPEG Group.”

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* All product names mentioned in this document are

trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

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Front Panel

[Power On] switch

Turns the power on/off (p. 24).

[BALANCE] knob

Adjusts the volume balance between the song and the keyboard (p. 90).

When playing along with a song, you can use this to turn down the song volume.

[VOLUME] knob

Adjusts the overall volume of the VIMA (p. 25). If headphones are connected, this adjusts the

headphone volume (p. 28).

VIDEO

These controls switch the image shown in the display or television connected to the VIMA. The connected display or television can show the image from a video device connected to the VIMA (such as a video camera, DVD player, or portable audio player with video functionality) or display a DigiScore (p. 64), piano roll screen (p. 66), or slide show (p. 74).

D BEAM

By moving your hand above the D Beam controller, you can apply effects to the sounds you’re playing on the keyboard (p. 91).

You can also play sound effects such as applause by moving your hand above the D Beam controller (p. 92).

KEY CONTROL

These buttons let you shift the key of the keyboard or song (p. 58).

This lets you transpose a song for easier singing, or transpose the keyboard without changing your fingering.

[TEMPO] knob

Adjusts the tempo of the song (p. 49). Allows you to change the tempo of a song so it’s easier

to sing or play.

VOCAL

Here you can apply echo or effects to the sound from the microphone (p. 56), and adjust the microphone volume (p. 55).

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Display

Here you can select songs and make a variety of settings. The display also shows the tempo and the name of the selected song.

Use the [DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS] knob to adjust the brightness of the VIMA’s display (p. 27).

By pressing the [VIDEO MONITOR] button you can use the VIMA’s display to check the image being shown in the external display or television connected to the VIMA (p. 33).

Pressing the [EXIT] button several times takes you back to the main screen (p. 23).

PLAYER

Here you can play back the VIMA’s internal songs, songs from USB memory or a CD, or songs you’ve saved in “Favorites” (p. 34).

You can also record your own performance (p. 97), or sound a count-in when recording (p. 89).

MELODY

Here you can soften or mute the melody or vocal sound of a song (p. 59, p. 60, p. 61, p. 94, p. 95).

You can lower the volume of the melody or vocal of a song and enjoy karaoke, or temporarily mute the melody and play it yourself.

SONG

Here you can select songs (p. 35, p. 38, p. 42, p. 46). You can also copy a favorite or frequently played song (p. 44), or remove a song from the “favorites” list (p.

48).

INSTRUMENT

Here you can select the sound you’ll hear when you play the keyboard (p. 81).

EXT IN

Here you can connect a portable audio player with video capability (or a similar device) and show its images in an external display or play back music (p.

72).

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Bottom Panel (Front Left)

Bottom Panel (Front Right)

PHONES jacks

Here you can connect headphones. The VIMA lets you use two sets of headphones simultaneously (p. 28).

VOCAL jacks

Here you can connect microphones. The VIMA lets you use two mics simultaneously, so two people can sing together (p. 54).

DVD PLAYER INPUT

Here you can connect a DVD player or other video device, and view the image on an external display or a television connected to the VIMA or play back music (p.

70). The volume of the device connected to the DVD PLAYER

INPUT jacks is adjusted with the DVD PLAYER INPUT [VOLUME] knob.

MIDI IN/OUT connectors

You can connect these to external MIDI devices to transfer performance data (p. 136).

External memory connector

You can connect USB memory or a digital camera here, and view a slide show of the images it contains (p. 75).

You can also play back songs from USB memory (p.

42), or copy songs recorded by the VIMA onto USB memory (p. 108).

CD drive

This drive lets you play CD-ROMs made for the VIMA (VIMA TUNES), as well as commercially available music CDs and CD-ROM discs containing SMF music files (p.

38).

Remote sensor

Point the remote control unit toward this sensor when you operate it (p. 50).

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Bottom Panel (Rear)

These connectors are located at the rear of the bottom panel.

SPEAKER connector

Plug the speaker cable of the dedicated stand into this connector (p. 27).

USB connector

You can connect this to your computer for transferring performance data (p. 137).

ANALOG RGB OUT connector

Connect an external display here and use it to view the output image (p. 31).

bottom

VIDEO INPUT CAM 1/CAM 2 connectors

Connect video cameras or digital cameras to these jacks (p. 68).

EXPRESSION jack

You can connect a separately available expression pedal (e.g., EV-7) to this jack and use it to add expression to the sound (p. 93).

PEDAL connector

Connect the pedal cord of the dedicated stand to this connector (p. 26).

AUDIO OUTPUT L/R jacks

You can connect external speakers here to reproduce the VIMA’s sound (p. 134).

VIDEO OUTPUT VIDEO jack S-VIDEO connectors

Connect a television here and use it to view the output image (p. 30).

AC INLET

Connect the included power cord here (p. 24).

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Remote Control

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[EJECT] button

Opens or closes the CD drive (p. 38).

[VOCAL] button

Applies an effect to the sound of the microphone (p. 57).

[VIDEO] button

Switches the image shown in the connected external display or television (p. 52, p. 78).

[CANCEL] button

Returns the setting of the remote [VOCAL] button to its original state. Sets the sound of the melody channel to Piano.

[TONE] button

Switches the sound of the melody channel (p. 115).

SONG [INTERNAL] button / SONG [FAVORITES] button /

SONG [EXTERNAL] button

Select the location of the song you want to play (p. 34).

[ ] button / [ ] (Play/Stop) button / [ ] button

Play/stop the song, or select the previous or next song.

VOLUME [MUTE] button / VOLUME [-] [+] buttons

Adjust or mute the volume (p. 53).

[FUNC 1] button / [FUNC 2] button

Provide easy access to the functions assigned to them. When shipped from the factory, “Lyric” is assigned to

the [FUNC 1] button and “Mute” (Melody Mute/Center Cancel) is assigned to the [FUNC 2] button (p. 53).

TEMPO [-] [+] buttons

Adjust the tempo of the song (p. 49).

KEY CTRL (Key Control) [-] [+] buttons

Shift the key of the keyboard and the song that’s playing (p. 58).

Main Screen

Location in which

songs are saved

(Song Location)

Song information

(Tempo, Time signature, Measure number, Song Name)

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Key control information

Song list

Menu button

(Standard tone, Recommended Tone, User Tone)

Tone buttons

Song information

This area shows the tempo, time signature, measure number, and name of the currently selected song.

* Song information cannot be displayed for a song

from a music CD.

Key control information

This area shows the key control settings (p. 112).

(Keyboard) Changes the key of the keyboard.

(Song) Changes the key of the song.

(Keyboard and Song) Changes the key of both

the keyboard and song.

Location in which songs are saved (Song Location)

Here you can select the location in which songs are saved (song location).

When you touch an icon in the screen, a list of the songs in the selected location will appear.

Internal (Internal songs)

Ext memory (External memory)

Song list

This shows a list of the songs that are in the currently selected location. You can select a song by touching its name in the song list, or by turning the [SELECT] knob.

Songs with lyrics are indicated by a symbol beside the song name.

Menu button

Displays the Menu screen. In the Menu screen you can choose the setting you want

to change.

Tone buttons

This shows “Standard Tone,” “Recommended Tone,” and “User Tone.”

By touching the tabs in the screen you can switch among the “Standard,” “Recommend,” and “User” displays.

Favorites

Before You Play

Power On

Getting Ready to Play

Connecting the Power Cord

Make sure that the [Power On] switch located

at the left side of the keyboard is off (in the upward position).

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Upward position

OFF

Turning the Power On/Off

NOTE

Turning the Power On

fig.VolumeMin.eps

Once you’ve got everything connected properly, you can turn on the power using the following procedure. If you fail to perform these steps in the correct order, you risk causing a malfunction or damaging your speakers.

Turn the [VOLUME] knob all the way toward the left to minimize the volume.

Connect the included power cord to the AC

INLET located at the rear of the bottom panel.

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AC INLET

Power Cord

Plug the other end of the power cord into an

AC outlet.

NOTE

You must use the power cord included with the VIMA.

AC Outlet

Press the [Power On] switch.

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Lower

position

The power will turn on, and after several images have appeared in the VIMA’s display, the main screen will appear.

After a brief interval, you’ll be able to produce sounds by playing the keyboard.

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Main screen (p. 23)

NOTE

Due to a circuitry protection feature, this unit requires a few moments after power is turned on before it is ready for normal operation.

Use the [VOLUME] knob to adjust the volume (p. 25).

Turning the Power Off

Power On

Turn the [VOLUME] knob all the way toward

the left to minimize the volume.

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Press the [Power On] switch.

The screen goes blank and the power is turned off.

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Before You Play

Adjusting the Volume

Here’s how to adjust the volume of your keyboard playing or the playback volume of an internal song or CD song.

If headphones are connected, use the [VOLUME] knob to adjust the headphone volume.

Turn the [VOLUME] knob to adjust the overall

volume.

Adjust the volume while you play the keyboard to produce sound.

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Upward position

OFF

NOTE

If you need to turn off the power completely, first turn off the [Power On] switch, then unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Refer to “Power Supply” (p. 15).

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You can also use the remote control to adjust the volume. Refer to “Remote Control Buttons” (p. 52).

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The microphone volume is adjusted with the VOCAL [LEVEL] knob (p. 55).

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The volume of the device connected to the DVD PLAYER INPUT jack located at the bottom left of the VIMA is adjusted with the DVD PLAYER INPUT [VOLUME] knob (p.

71).

NOTE

Even if the [VOLUME] knob is raised, you won’t hear any sound if the volume has been set to “0” using the remote’s VOLUME [-] [+] buttons or if the [MUTE] button was pressed.

Before You Play

Attaching the Music Rest

Here’s how to attach the included music rest.

Loosen the screws used for securing the music rest on the rear panel of the instrument (two

locations).

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Place the music rest between the screws and the chassis.

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Connecting the Pedal Cord

Plug the pedal cord extending from the VIMA’s stand into the PEDAL connector located at the

back of the VIMA’s bottom panel.

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PEDAL

Connector

Pedal Cord

While using one hand to support the music

rest, tighten the screws (two locations) to fasten the music rest firmly in place.

When attaching the music rest, you must use your hand to support it firmly so that it does not fall. Be careful not to pinch your hand.

To remove the music rest, support it with one hand while you loosen the screws. Remove the music rest, and then securely retighten the screws.

NOTE

Don’t apply excessive force to the installed music rest.

You must use the included screws to attach the music rest.

Before You Play

Connecting the Speaker Cable

Plug the speaker cable extending from the VIMA’s stand into the SPEAKER connector

located at the back of the VIMA’s bottom panel.

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SPEAKER

Connector

Speaker Cable

NOTE

Pay attention to the shape of the speaker cable’s connector, and insert it until you hear it click securely into place.

Do not insert your hand into the hole located under the speaker box. Doing so may cause injury.

Adjusting the Brightness of the Display

You can adjust the brightness of the VIMA’s display.

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To adjust the brightness, turn the [DISPLAY

BRIGHTNESS] knob located at the right of the VIMA’s display.

Cautions Regarding the LCD Display

• The brightness may be affected by the temperature.

Before You Play

Listening through Headphones

You can use headphones to enjoy the VIMA without disturbing those around you, such as at night. Since the VIMA has two headphone jacks, two people can also use headphones simultaneously.

If you’re using only one set of headphones, you may connect them to either of the two headphone jacks.

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Using the Headphone Hook

Whenever you are not using the headphones, you can hang them on the headphone hook of the VIMA.

Attaching the Headphone Hook

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Headphones

Plug the headphones into the PHONES jack

located at the left of the VIMA’s bottom panel.

If headphones are connected, no sound will be output from the VIMA’s speakers.

Use the VIMA’s [VOLUME] knob (p. 25) to adjust the headphone volume.

Cautions when Using Headphones

• 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 damage your hearing, but may also strain the headphones. Please enjoy music at an appropriate volume.

• Use headphones that have a stereo 1/4” phone plug.

Wing Nut

Headphone Hook

Press and twist the headphone hook included with the VIMA into the hole in the bottom left

of the VIMA (refer to the figure above).

Turn the headphone hook wing nut to secure

the headphone hook.

Caution when

• Do not hang anything other than headphones on the headphone hook. Doing so may damage the instrument or the hook.

Using Headphone Hook

Before You Play

About the Pedals

The pedals perform the following operations. You’ll use them mainly when playing piano.

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Soft Pedal

Sostenuto Pedal

Damper Pedal (right pedal)

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.

On an acoustic piano, holding down the damper pedal will cause the strings for notes other than the ones you actually play to vibrate in sympathy with what you’ve played, producing a rich resonance. The VIMA simulates this sympathetic vibration (damper resonance).

Damper Pedal

Enjoying a Demonstration of the VIMA’s Capabilities

You can use the “Demo” function to experience the VIMA’s features and major performance functions.

Hold down the [VIDEO MONITOR] button and press the [EXIT] button.

The demo will begin automatically. The [VIDEO MONITOR] button will automatically turn on

(lit), and the VIMA’s display will show the demo.

If you’ve connected an external display or a television to the VIMA, the demo will also appear in the external display or television.

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Sostenuto Pedal (center pedal)

The notes you are pressing when this pedal is depressed will be sustained.

Soft Pedal (left pedal)

If you hold down this pedal, the notes will be softer in tone. The softness of the tone can be varied subtly by the depth to

which you press the pedal.

About the Adjuster

If you feel that the pedal is unstable (for example if you’ve moved the VIMA to a different location), you can adjust the adjuster located on the bottom of the pedals as follows.

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Turn the adjuster to lower it until the adjuster is in firm contact with the floor. The pedal may be damaged if there is a gap between the adjuster and the floor. In particular, when you’ve placed the VIMA on carpet, you must turn the adjuster until it is pressing firmly against the floor.

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Exiting the Demo

Press the [EXIT] button.

Adjuster

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