Roland RP201 User Manual

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Owner’s Manual

Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the RP201.

Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 10; p. 13). 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, this owner’s manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.

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Look what you can do with the RP201

Look what you can do

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Play the piano

Play various sounds

The RP201 contains more than three hundred sounds for you to enjoy playing.

Adjust the keyboard touch

You can adjust the keyboard touch sensitivity to suit your playing strength.

Change the tuning of the keyboard

You can use the “Transpose” function to transpose the pitch of the keyboard. You can also change the temperament to play Baroque music and other classical music using historically correct tunings.

Play duets

You can divide the keyboard into left and right sections and play them as though there were two pianos.

Use the metronome

You can perform while listening to a metronome.

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Enhance the sound

Add reverberation to the sound

You can add reverberation (reverb) to simulate the sensation of playing in a concert hall.

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Play back songs

Play back the internal songs

The RP201 contains 65 piano songs. For the titles of the internal songs, refer to “Internal Song List.”

Play back parts separately

You can choose to have the right hand, left hand, or accompaniment part be played back while you practice a different part.

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Record

Record your own performances

It’s easy to record what you play. Such recordings give you an opportunity to evaluate your progress.

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Save your performances

Songs you record can be saved in internal memory.

Convenient function

Disable the panel buttons

You can enable Panel Lock so that the buttons will be inoperable. This is a convenient way to prevent unintended changes in settings while you’re performing.

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Introduction

Main Features

Piano sounds with rich resonance and wide expressive range

This instrument features a piano sound generator that utilizes stereo sampling, so it is capable of faithfully recreating the sound of a high-quality concert grand piano, realistically reproducing even the finest details, including the sound of the hammers striking the strings. With a maximum polyphony of 128 notes, it has ample capability even for performances that make full use of pedaling.

More than three hundred different sounds covering not only piano, but a wide range of other instruments are built-in. You can also play drum sets from the keyboard.

The playing feel of a grand piano

The PHA alpha II keyboard gives you a weighty playing feel in the low register while becoming lighter in the high register, replicating the authentic feel of a piano.

The pedal position is detected smoothly, allowing you to vary the effect by changing the depth to which you press the pedal. You can take advantage of the way in which subtle differences in pedaling affect the sound.

The versatile functionality you expect from a digital piano

Convenient functions to help you practice, and built-in piano songs with accompaniment

A metronome function and internal preset songs with orchestral accompaniment make this electronic piano an excellent choice for piano lessons.

Saving performance data

The data you’ve recorded using the recorder can be saved in the RP201’s internal memory.

About the Manual

You should first read the “Before You Play” (p. 16) section of the owner’s manual (this document). This explains how to connect the AC adaptor and turn on the power.

This owner’s manual explains everything from basic operations that use the RP201’s playback functions to more advanced operations, such as using the RP201 to record a song.

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 [Piano] button.

• 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. **).

Look what you can do with the RP201 ..........................................................4

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

Main Features.............................................................................................................................................................................. 6

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

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

USING THE UNIT SAFELY ............................................................................. 10

IMPORTANT NOTES ..................................................................................... 13

Names of Things and What They Do .......................................................... 14

Front Panel.................................................................................................................................................................................14

Rear Panel...................................................................................................................................................................................15

Bottom Panel (Front Left) .....................................................................................................................................................15

Before You Play............................................................................................ 16

Getting Ready to Play.............................................................................................................................................................16

Connecting the Pedal Cord....................................................................................................................................16

Connecting the AC Adaptor...................................................................................................................................16

Setting Up the Music Rest.......................................................................................................................................17

Opening/Closing the Lid.........................................................................................................................................17

Turning the Power On/Off....................................................................................................................................................18

Adjusting the Sound’s Volume and Brilliance...............................................................................................................18

Adjusting the Brilliance of the Sound.................................................................................................................18

About the Pedals .....................................................................................................................................................................19

Listening through Headphones.........................................................................................................................................20

Using the Headphone Hook ..................................................................................................................................20

Performing ................................................................................................... 21

Performing with a Variety of Sounds................................................................................................................................21

Adjusting the Keyboard Sensitivity (Key Touch)..........................................................................................................21

Adding Reverberation to Sounds (Reverb Effect)........................................................................................................22

Changing the Depth of the Reverb Effect.........................................................................................................22

Changing the Key of the Keyboard (Transpose) ..........................................................................................................22

Performing with Two Layered Tones (Dual Play).........................................................................................................23

Changing the Tone Variations ..............................................................................................................................23

Performing with Different Tones in the Left and Right Sides of the Keyboard (Split Play) ..........................24

Switching Tone Groups and Tone Variations ..................................................................................................24

Changing the Keyboard’s Split Point..................................................................................................................25

Performing with the Metronome ......................................................................................................................................26

Changing the Tempo ...............................................................................................................................................26

Changing the Beat.....................................................................................................................................................26

Changing the Metronome Volume .....................................................................................................................26

Sounding a Count to Keep Your Timing Accurate ......................................................................................................26

Contents

Playing Back Songs...................................................................................... 27

Listening to Songs...................................................................................................................................................................27

Playing Back All Songs Continuously (All Song Play) .................................................................................................28

Listening to Each Part Separately......................................................................................................................................28

Changing the Song Playback Volume..............................................................................................................................29

Changing the Tempo of a Song .........................................................................................................................................29

Playing Back at a Fixed Tempo (Tempo Mute)................................................................................................29

Changing the Key of Song Playback (Playback Transpose) .....................................................................................29

Recording ..................................................................................................... 30

Recording Your Keyboard Performance .........................................................................................................................30

Erasing Recorded Performances........................................................................................................................................31

Saving Your Performance ........................................................................... 32

Saving Songs.............................................................................................................................................................................32

Deleting a Song........................................................................................................................................................................32

Deleting All Songs...................................................................................................................................................................33

Various Settings........................................................................................... 34

Basic Operation in Function Mode....................................................................................................................................34

Keyboard Settings...................................................................................................................................................................35

Changing the Volume Balance for Dual Play (Dual Balance) .....................................................................35

Specifying what the Transpose Function will Affect (Transpose Mode) ...............................................35

Changing the Pitch in Octave Steps (Octave Shift) .......................................................................................35

Dividing the Keyboard for Two-person Performance (Twin Piano) ........................................................36

Pedal Settings ...........................................................................................................................................................................37

Changing How the Damper Pedal is Applied (Damper Pedal Part) ........................................................37

Changing How the Pedals Work (Center/Left Pedal Function).................................................................37

Tuning Settings ........................................................................................................................................................................38

Matching the Pitch with Other Instruments (Master Tuning) ...................................................................38

Adjusting the Tuning (Temperament) ...............................................................................................................38

Stretch Tuning ............................................................................................................................................................39

Settings for Piano Sounds ....................................................................................................................................................40

Producing Sympathetic Resonance When You Press the Damper Pedal (Damper Resonance)

Producing the Resonance of the Strings When the Keys Are Played (String Resonance)...............40

Playing Sounds When the Keys Are Released (Key Off Resonance) ........................................................40

MIDI Settings.............................................................................................................................................................................41

Switching VIMA TUNES Recommended Tones (Recommended Tone).................................................41

Preventing Double Notes when Working with a Sequencer (Local Control).......................................41

MIDI Transmit Channel Settings (MIDI Transmit Channel) .........................................................................42

Sending Recorded Data to a MIDI Device (Composer MIDI Out) .............................................................42

Other Settings...........................................................................................................................................................................43

Using the V-LINK Function (V-LINK) ....................................................................................................................43

Specifying the V-LINK Transmit Channel ..........................................................................................................43

Remembering the Settings (Memory Backup)................................................................................................44

Restoring the Settings to the Factory Condition (Factory Reset).............................................................44

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Disabling the Buttons (Panel Lock)...................................................................................................................................45

Connecting to Other Devices...................................................................... 46

Connecting to Audio Equipment.......................................................................................................................................46

Connecting Amplified Speakers to the RP201 ................................................................................................46

Playing Sounds of an Audio Player through the RP201...............................................................................46

Connecting to MIDI Devices................................................................................................................................................47

Connecting a MIDI Sequencer to the RP201....................................................................................................47

Producing Sounds from a MIDI Sound Module by Playing the RP201...................................................47

Connecting a Computer .......................................................................................................................................................48

Troubleshooting .......................................................................................... 49

Error Messages............................................................................................. 51

Tone List ....................................................................................................... 52

Internal Song List......................................................................................... 55

Contents

Parameters Stored in Memory Backup ...................................................... 56

About the RP201 Sound Generator............................................................ 56

MIDI Implementation Chart........................................................................ 57

Main Specifications ..................................................................................... 58

Index ............................................................................................................. 60

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

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Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or its AC

• adaptor.

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003

Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts

• within it (except when this manual provides specific instructions directing you to do so). Refer all servicing to your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

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Never install the unit in any of the following locations.

• Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct

sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near a heating duct, on top of heat-generating equipment); or are

• Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors); or

are

• Exposed to steam or smoke; or are

• Subject to salt exposure; or are

• Humid; or are

• Exposed to rain; or are

• Dusty or sandy; or are

• Subject to high levels of vibration and shakiness.

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This unit should be used only with the dedicated piano stand (KSC-58) that is recommended by Roland.

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Place the dedicated piano stand (KSC-58) on a level

• surface where it is sure to remain stable. Do not install it in a location that is unstable or inclined.

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.

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Be sure to use only the AC adaptor supplied with the

• unit. Also, make sure the line voltage at the installation matches the input voltage specified on the AC adaptor’s body. Other AC adaptors may use a different polarity, or be designed for a different voltage, so their use could result in damage, malfunction, or electric shock.

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Use only the attached power-supply cord. Also, the supplied power cord must not be used with any other device.

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Do not excessively twist or bend the power cord, nor

• place heavy objects on it. Doing so can damage the cord, producing severed elements and short circuits. Damaged cords are fire and shock hazards!

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010

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.

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Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material,

• coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit.

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USING THE UNIT SAFELY

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Immediately turn the power off, remove the AC adaptor from the outlet, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page when:

• The AC adaptor, the power-supply cord, or the plug has been damaged; or

• If smoke or unusual odor occurs

• Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been spilled onto the unit; or

• The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise has become wet); or

• The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.

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In households with small children, an adult should

• provide supervision until the child is capable of following all the rules essential for the safe operation of the unit.

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Protect the unit from strong impact.

• (Do not drop it!)

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Do not force the unit’s power-supply cord to share an

• outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices. Be especially careful when using extension cords— the total power used by all devices you have connected to the extension cord’s outlet must never exceed the power rating (watts/amperes) for the extension cord. Excessive loads can cause the insulation on the cord to heat up and eventually melt through.

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Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult

• with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

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The unit and the AC adaptor should be located so their location or position does not interfere with their proper ventilation.

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This (RP201) for use only with the dedicated piano

• stand (KSC-58). Use with other stands is capable of resulting in instability causing possible injury.

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Please be sure to read and adhere to the cautionary

• notices contained in the instructions that came with this product. Please note that, depending on the manner in which keyboard performances are carried out, you may encounter situations where the unit falls off the stand or the stand topples over, even though you have followed all of the instructions and advice contained within the product’s manual. For this reason, you should always perform a safety check each time you use the stand.

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102c

Always grasp only the plug on the AC adaptor cord

• when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

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103b

At regular intervals, you should unplug the AC

• adaptor and clean it by using a dry cloth to wipe all dust and other accumulations away from its prongs. Also, disconnect the power plug from the power outlet whenever the unit is to remain unused for an extended period of time. Any accumulation of dust between the power plug and the power outlet can result in poor insulation and lead to fire.

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Try to prevent cords and cables from becoming

• entangled. Also, all cords and cables should be placed so they are out of the reach of children.

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Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the unit.

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Never handle the AC adaptor or its plugs with wet

• hands when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

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USING THE UNIT SAFELY

108d: Selection

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If you need to move the instrument, take note of the precautions listed below. At least two persons are required to safely lift and move the unit. It should be handled carefully, all the while keeping it level. Make sure to have a firm grip, to protect yourself from injury and the instrument from damage.

• 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.

• Disconnect the power cord.

• Disconnect all cords coming from external devices.

• Raise the adjusters on the stand (p. 19).

• Close the lid.

• Remove the music stand.

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109b

Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and

• unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet (p. 16).

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110b

Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning in

• your area, disconnect the AC adaptor from the outlet.

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Be careful when opening/closing the lid so you do

• not get your fingers pinched (p. 17). Adult supervision is recommended whenever small children use the unit.

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Always keep the following small parts that may be

• removed out of the reach of small children to avoid accidental ingestion of these parts.

Removable parts

• Ground terminal screw

• Music rest attachment screws

Included Parts

• Headphone hook wing nut

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The area between the DC In jack and Output L/Mono

• jack on this unit’s rear panel can reach a high temperature; be careful not to burn yourself.

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IMPORTANT NOTES

Power Supply

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• 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.

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• The AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after long hours of consecutive use. This is normal, and is not a cause for concern.

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• Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the power to all units. This will help prevent malfunctions and/or damage to speakers or other devices.

Placement

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• 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.

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• This device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such receivers.

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• 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.

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• 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.

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• 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.

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• 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.

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• 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.

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• Do not paste stickers, decals, or the like to this instrument. Peeling such matter off the instrument may damage the exterior finish.

Maintenance

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• 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.

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• Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.

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• 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

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• Please be aware that all data contained in the unit’s memory may be lost when the unit is sent for repairs. Important data should always be backed up in another MIDI device (e.g., a sequencer), or written down on paper (when possible). During repairs, due care is taken to avoid the loss of data. However, in certain cases (such as when circuitry related to memory itself is out of order), we regret that it may not be possible to restore the data, and Roland assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.

Additional Precautions

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• Please be aware that the contents of memory can be irretrievably lost as a result of a malfunction, or the improper operation of the unit. To protect yourself against the risk of loosing important data, we recommend that you periodically save a backup copy of important data you have stored in the unit’s memory in another MIDI device (e.g., a sequencer)

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• Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of data that was stored in the unit’s memory or another MIDI device (e.g., a sequencer) once it has been lost. Roland Corporation assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.

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• 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.

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• Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.

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• A small amount of noise may be heard from the display during normal operation.

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• 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.

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).

559a

• When you need to transport the unit, package it in the box (including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise, you will need to use equivalent packaging materials.

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• Do not apply undue force to the music stand while it is in use.

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• 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.

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• 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.

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* Roland and are either registered trademarks or trademarks

of Roland Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

Add

* XGlite ( ) is a registered trademark of Yamaha Corporation.

* 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.

Names of Things and What They Do

Front Panel

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[Power] switch

Turns the power on/off (p. 18).

[Volume] knob

Adjusts the overall volume of the RP201 (p. 18). If headphones are connected, this adjusts the headphone volume

(p. 20).

[Reverb] button

Adds reverberation similar to what you would hear when performing in a concert hall (p. 22).

By holding down the [Reverb] button and pressing the [Transpose] button, you can turn V-LINK on/off (p. 43).

[Transpose] button

Transposes the keyboard and/or song (p. 22).

By holding down this button and pressing the [Split] button, you can adjust the touch sensitivity of the keyboard (p. 21).

[Split] button

Divides the keyboard into right-hand and left-hand sections, allowing you to play a different sound in each section (p. 24).

TONE buttons

Here you can select the sound (tone group) you’ll hear when you play the keyboard (p. 21).

The tone buttons can also be used to select tracks, allowing you to play back your performance one hand at a time if desired (p. 28). The right-hand performance of the song is assigned to the [Others] (Right) button, the left-hand performance is assigned to the [Strings] (Left) button, and other performances are assigned to the [E. Piano] (Accomp) button.

[Metronome] button

Turns the metronome on/off (p. 26). This also lets you sound a count before the song begins, so that you

can match the timing of your playing to the song (p. 26)

To enter Function mode, hold down the [Song] button and press the [Metronome] button (p. 34).

[–] button

You can select the preceding song by pressing this button while the song select screen is displayed (p. 27).

If you hold down this button while a song is playing, the song will be rewound (p. 27).

Use this button to select variations of the sound you’re playing on the keyboard (p. 21).

This button is also used to edit various values.

Pressing [–] and [+] simultaneously will recall the factory setting for the selected parameter.

[+] button

You can select the next song by pressing this button while the song select screen is displayed (p. 27).

If you hold down this button while a song is playing, the song will be fast-forwarded (p. 27).

Use this button to select variations of the sound you’re playing on the keyboard (p. 21). This button is also used to edit various values.

[

Use this button to play/stop an internal preset song or a song you’ve recorded (p. 27).

This button is also used to begin recording your performance (p. 30).

[

This lets you record your own performance into the RP201 (p. 30).

] (Play/Stop) button

] (Rec) button

Display

This shows the sound number, song number, tempo, time signature, the names of the functions you select and the value of various settings.

[Song] button

This lets you select the song to play back (p. 27). You can also press it to check the current time signature or tempo

setting (p. 26, p. 29).

Names of Things and What They Do

Disabling the panel buttons

By using the Panel Lock function you can disable all of the buttons. This allows you to prevent unintended changes in the settings during a performance (p. 45).

To activate the Panel Lock function, hold down the [ ] (Rec) button for several seconds. To deactivate it, once again hold down the [ ] (Rec) button for several seconds.

Rear Panel

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MIDI In/Out connectors

You can connect these to external MIDI devices to transfer performance data (p. 47).

Input jacks (L/Mono, R)

Here you can connect an audio player or another electronic musical instrument, and listen to the connected device through the RP201’s speakers (p. 46).

Output jacks (L/Mono, R)

You can connect an external powered speakers here to reproduce the RP201’s sound (p. 46).

Bottom Panel (Front Left)

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Ground terminal

For added safety, you can connect this screw to a grounding rod or a grounded earth wire (p. 16).

DC In jack (DC Inlet)

Connect the supplied AC adaptor here (p. 16).

Pedal connector

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

16).

Headphone jacks

Here you can connect headphones. The RP201 lets you use two sets of headphones simultaneously (p. 20).

Headphone hook

Whenever you are not using the headphones, you can hang them on the headphone hook (p. 20).

Before You Play

Indicator

To AC outlet

AC adaptor

Power cord

Coated clip

Getting Ready to Play

Connecting the Pedal Cord

Connect the pedal cord to the Pedal connector on the

rear panel of RP201.

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Be sure to use only the AC adaptor supplied with the unit. Also, make sure the line voltage at the installation matches the input voltage specified on the AC adaptor’s body. Other AC adaptors may use a different polarity, or be designed for a different voltage, so their use could result in damage, malfunction, or electric shock

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Plug the pedal cable all the way into the Pedal connector.

Connecting the AC Adaptor

Connect the supplied AC adaptor and power cord.

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Place the AC adaptor so the side with the indicator (see illustration) faces upwards and the side with textual information faces downwards. The indicator will light when you plug the AC adaptor into an AC outlet.

Depending on the circumstances of a particular setup, you may experience a discomforting sensation, or perceive that the surface feels gritty to the touch when you touch this device. This is due to an infinitesimal electrical charge, which is absolutely harmless. However, if you are concerned about this, connect the ground terminal (see figure) with an external ground. When the unit is grounded, a slight hum may occur, depending on the particulars of your installation. If you are unsure of the connection method, contact the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

Unsuitable places for connection

• Water pipes (may result in shock or electrocution)

• Gas pipes (may result in fire or explosion)

• Telephone-line ground or lightning rod (may be dangerous in the event of lightning)

If necessary, use the coated clip to secure the pedal cord and AC adaptor cord.

Depending on your region, the included power cord may differ from the one shown above.

Connect the AC adaptor to the DC In jack on the rear panel.

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Ground terminal

Take care not to pull the cord with excessive force, or strain it. Doing so may damage or break the cord.

Plug the Power cord into a power outlet.

Even if the cords have been secured, they may be damaged or broken if excessive force is applied.

Setting Up the Music Rest

Push

Attach the included music rest using the procedure described

Insert the included music rest attachment screws into the screw holes on top of the RP201, and tighten the screws slightly (leave a gap of approximately 2–3 mm).

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Put the music rest between the screws and the RP201’s body.

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Before You Play

Using the music holders

You can use the holders to hold pages in place. When not using the holders, leave them folded down.

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Opening/Closing the Lid

To open the lid, use both hands to lift it lightly, and slide it away from yourself.

To close the lid, pull it gently toward yourself, and lower it softly after it has been fully extended.

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While supporting the music rest with one hand, secure it

in place by turning the screws.

When attaching the music rest, support it firmly with one hand to make sure that you don’t drop it. Be careful, so you don’t get your fingers pinched.

To remove the music rest, support it with one hand while

loosening the screws.

After removing the music rest, don’t forget to retighten the screws.

• Do not apply excessive force to the installed music rest.

• Be sure to use the supplied screws for attaching the music rest.

• Before moving the piano, be sure to remove the music rest to prevent accidents.

• Be careful not to lose the screws used to fasten the music rest, or allow small children to accidentally swallow them.

When opening and closing the lid, be careful not to let your fingers get caught. If small children will be using the piano, adult supervision should be provided.

If you need to move the piano, make sure the lid is closed first to prevent accidents.

Before You Play

Lower position

Min Max

Turning the Power On/Off

Once the connections have been completed, turn on power to your various devices in the order specified. By turning on devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction and/ or damage to speakers and other devices.

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 On

Turn the [Volume] knob all the way toward the left to

minimize the volume.

Press the [Power] switch.

Adjusting the Sound’s Volume and Brilliance

Here’s how to adjust the volume of your keyboard playing or the playback volume of an internal 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. Turning the knob toward the right will increase the volume, and

turning it toward the left will decrease the volume.

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Adjusting the Brilliance of the Sound

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The power will turn on, and the [Piano] button and [Reverb] button will light.

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

Use the [Volume] knob to adjust the volume.

Turning the Power Off

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

Press the [Power] switch.

The screen goes blank and the power is turned off.

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Upward position

OFF

Hold down the [Song] button and press the [Metronome]

button.

The display will indicate “Fnc” and you’ll be in Function mode.

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Hold down the [E. Piano] button and use the [–] [+] buttons to make the display indicate “brL.”

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The current setting will appear when you release the [E. Piano] button.

Use the [–] [+] buttons to adjust the brightness of the

sound.

Setting

-10–0–10

Press the [Song] or [Metronome] button to leave

Explanation

Adjusts the RP201‘s tonal character. Positive (+) settings brighten the tone, and negative (-) settings make it more mellow.

Function mode.

You can use the Memory Backup function to store this setting in internal memory (p. 44).

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

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 the 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 RP201 simulates this sympathetic vibration (damper resonance).

If you disconnect the pedal cable from the RP201 while the power is turned on, the pedal effect will remain applied. You must connect or disconnect the pedal cable while the RP201’s power is switched off.

Lower the adjuster at the bottom of the pedal board (by rotating it), so that the adjuster touches the floor. If you have the piano placed on a carpet, lower it until it pushes into the carpet.

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Adjuster

You can modify the sound of the sympathetic vibration. Refer to “Producing Sympathetic Resonance When You Press the Damper Pedal (Damper Resonance)” (p. 40).

Sostenuto Pedal (center pedal)

This pedal sustains only the notes of the keys that were already pressed when you pressed the pedal.

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 the soft pedal. Refer to “Changing How the Pedals Work (Center/ Left Pedal Function)” (p. 37).

Before You Play

Headphones

Headphone hook

Wing nut

Listening through Headphones

You can use headphones to enjoy the RP201 without disturbing those around you, such as at night.

Since the RP201 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 RP201.

Attaching the Headphone Hook

Press and twist the headphone hook included with the RP201 into the hole in the bottom left of the RP201 (refer to the figure below).

Turn the headphone hook wing nut to secure the headphone hook.

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Plug the headphones into the headphones jack located

at the left of the RP201’s bottom panel.

If headphones are connected, no sound will be output from the RP201’s speakers.

Use the RP201’s [VOLUME] knob (p. 18) 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.

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

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