Roland VC-1 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland D-50 for V-Synth/

VariOS: VC-1. The VC-1 brings Roland’s famed D-50 back to life in the form of

the V-Synth/VariOS for an all-hardware simulation.

Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT

SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 2; p. 3). 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.

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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.

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• Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual.

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• Do not open or perform any internal modifications on the unit.

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• Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts within it (except when this manual provides specific instructions directing you to do so). Refer all servicing to your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

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• Never use or store the unit in places that are:

• Subject to temperature extremes (e.g.,

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

• Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet

floors); or are

• Humid; or are

• Exposed to rain; or are

• Dusty; or are

• Subject to high levels of vibration.

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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.

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• Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit.

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• In households with small children, an adult should provide supervision until the child is capable of following all the rules essential for the safe operation of the unit.

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• Protect the unit from strong impact.

(Do not drop it!)

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• DO NOT play a CD-ROM disc on a conventional audio CD player. The resulting sound may be of a level that could cause permanent hearing loss. Damage to speakers or other system components may result.

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

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IMPORTANT NOTES

291a

In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page 2, please read and observe the following:

Placement

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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. Excessive heat can deform or discolor the unit.

Before Using Cards

Using PC Cards

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• Carefully insert the PC card all the way in—until it is firmly in place.

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• Never touch the terminals of the PC card. Also, avoid getting the terminals dirty.

Handling CD-ROMs

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• Avoid touching or scratching the shiny underside (encoded surface) of the disc. Damaged or dirty CD-ROM discs may not be read properly. Keep your discs clean using a commercially available CD cleaner.

Table of Contents

USING THE UNIT SAFELY...................................................................................2

IMPORTANT NOTES ............................................................................................3

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

Using with the V-Synth

..................................... 9

Panel Descriptions.............................................................................................10

Try Out the Sounds............................................................................................15

Turning On the Power ........................................................................................................................................... 15

Selecting Patches and Playing Sounds ................................................................................................................16

Viewing Various Information............................................................................................................................... 18

Applying Effects to the Sound..........................................................................19

Applying an Effect by Touching to the Pad .......................................................................................................19

Applying an Effect by Passing Over the D Beam ..............................................................................................20

Assigning Parameters to the Controllers ............................................................................................................21

How to Make the Patch Factors............................................................................................................................ 26

Saving Patches You’ve Created .......................................................................33

Naming a Patch....................................................................................................................................................... 33

Saving Patches......................................................................................................................................................... 34

Reset to Default Factory Settings ......................................................................................................................... 35

Transferring Patches To and From the D-50/550 ............................................36

Transferring Patches from the D-50 to the VC-1................................................................................................ 36

Transferring Patches from the VC-1 to the D-50/550 .......................................................................................40

Copying a Reverb Type ......................................................................................................................................... 42

Overview of the VC-1 .........................................................................................44

Memory Structure ..................................................................................................................................................44

The Basic Concept of a Tone ................................................................................................................................. 45

Structure of Tone Parameters ...............................................................................................................................48

Creating a Patch.................................................................................................50

How to Make the Patch Settings ..........................................................................................................................50

Useful Functions for Editing................................................................................................................................ 51

Tone Parameters................................................................................................57

Common Parameters ............................................................................................................................................. 57

Partial Parameters .................................................................................................................................................. 63

Settings for the Entire VC-1 ..............................................................................78

How to Make the System Function Settings....................................................................................................... 78

Initializing the System Settings ............................................................................................................................82

Connecting to Your Computer via USB ...........................................................83

Recovering the System from the CD-ROM......................................................................................................... 83

Exchanging MIDI Messages with Your Computer............................................................................................ 88

Using with the VariOS

.................................... 89

Panel Description ....................................................................................90

VariOS Menu ............................................................................................93

Try Out the Sounds .................................................................................94

Turning On the Power ........................................................................................................................................... 94

Selecting Patches and Playing Sounds ................................................................................................................95

Applying Effects to the Sound ...............................................................98

Applying Effects by Turning Knobs.................................................................................................................... 98

How to Make the Patch Factors............................................................................................................................ 99

Transferring Patches To and From the D-50/550................................101

Transferring Patches from the D-50 to the VC-1.............................................................................................. 101

Transferring Patches from the VC-1 to the D-50/550 .....................................................................................104

Overview of the VC-1.............................................................................107

Memory Structure ................................................................................................................................................107

The Basic Concept of a Tone ............................................................................................................................... 108

Structure of Tone Parameters .............................................................................................................................111

Creating Patches ...................................................................................113

Naming a Patch..................................................................................................................................................... 113

Saving Patches....................................................................................................................................................... 114

Initializing Patch Settings.................................................................................................................................... 115

Reset to Default Factory Settings ....................................................................................................................... 115

Copying a Patch Bank.......................................................................................................................................... 116

Settings for the Entire VC-1..................................................................117

How to Make the System Function Settings..................................................................................................... 117

Saving the System Settings.................................................................................................................................. 120

Initializing the System Settings (Init)................................................................................................................. 120

Connecting to Your Computer via USB...............................................121

Recovering the System from the CD-ROM....................................................................................................... 121

Exchanging MIDI Messages with Your Computer.......................................................................................... 124

Appendices

.................................................. 125

Key Mode Alteration ........................................................................................126

Sound List ........................................................................................................130

Preset Patches........................................................................................................................................................ 130

Patch Factors .........................................................................................................................................................133

Tone Parameters ...................................................................................................................................................134

System Parameters ...............................................................................................................................................137

Waveform ..............................................................................................................................................................138

MIDI Implementation........................................................................................140

Specifications...................................................................................................149

Index..................................................................................................................150

Introduction

Check The Contents of The Package

This package contains the following items. When you open the package, check that no items are missing

( ). If any items are missing, please contact your dealer.

fig.00-01

VC-1

VC-1 CD-ROM

This CD-ROM contains the VC-1 recovery software and PC editor

(UniQuest VC-1).

* Please be sure to read the included license agreement before you open the

CD-ROM case.

License Agreement

This license agreement permits you to use specific software whose

you open the CD-ROM case.

VC-1 Owner’s Manual

This is the manual you are holding. It describes how to connect the VC-1

and get it set up, guides you through its basic operation, and offers

solutions for some of the problems you may run into.

Main Features

The

VC-1

is a PC card containing the V-Synth/VariOS system program. Just insert the

CARD

slot of the V-Synth/VariOS, turn on the power, and you are ready to go. The program is

automatically loaded from the

Perfect Simulation of the D-50’s Tones!

fig.01-01

The VC-1 comes complete with all 64 of the D-50’s preset patches,

including the famous preset tones “

Native Dance

sound libraries

naturally handles

create your own original tunes exactly as you would with your

D-50. Of course, this gives you a perfect simulation of the D-50’s

tones, from the sound generator algorithms to editing of the

parameters! It even reproduces the subtle nuances obtained when

playing the instrument.

In addition, it also comes with an additional 64 new patches, which use waves (28 types) that are so large

that the original D-50 would have been technologically incapable of containing them.)

.” It also is programmed with the D-50/D-550

PN-D50-01–04

MIDI bulk dumps

VC-1

, transforming the V-Synth/VariOS into a D-50!

Fantasia

(with 256 patches). Since it

, you can use the VC-1 to

” and “

Digital

VC-1

in the

Introduction

Editing and Performances That Surpass the Original!

fig.01-02

V-Synth:

VariOS:

All sound generator parameters are assignable to the

V-Synth’s full complement of editing controls.

Parameters can also be edited with the touch panel,

allowing you to almost instantly turn your creative

inspirations (no matter how fleeting) into sounds you

can use. Plus, the Time-Trip Pad (used instead of a

joystick), the D-Beam controller, the C2 assignable

control knobs, and other controls use performance

parameters capable of outputting Control Change

messages. This allows you to express your emotions

directly as you play. Whether the fun of creating

sounds or pleasure of performing, this far outdoes the

original.

The C1, C2, and C3 knobs correspond to Tone Balance, Reverb Balance, and Portamento

Time, respectively. In addition, you can install the included

computer for complete freedom in editing a wide variety of sound module parameters, giving

you sound creation capabilities far exceeding those of the original D-50.

UniQuest VC-1

encoder in your

Introduction

Pro Spec Legacy Synthesizer!

fig.01-03

Internal processing upgraded with the latest technology vastly

improves the response and dynamic range from the time you

press the keys to the moment the sounds are played. The V-Synth

or VariOS hardware is used as the means of outputting sounds,

which means it’s also compatible with digital outputs (optical/

coaxial). This gives you a

specs

good enough for the latest recording environments.

What is the digital synthesizer: D-50?

The D-50, released in 1987, was Roland’s first fully digital synthesizer. Equipped with an LA

(Linear Arithmetic Synthesis) format sound generator that combined PCM and subtractive

synthesis, it opened the door to countless new sounds for levels of creativity surpassing

anything up to that point. The D-50 is a renowned, historically significant synthesizer that

Roland, the company that laid the foundation for digital synthesizers, is proud to have

created.

The D-550, also released in 1987, shrank the D-50's powerful synthesizer engine into a mere

two rack spaces.

legacy synthesizer with professional

Now, more than fifteen years after it came on the scene, the D-50 continues to be used by

creative artists around the world. There are numerous sound libraries stocked with many

original patches. In the course of time, however, keyboards and buttons age and wear out. It

looked like the day would come when the D-50’s sounds would no longer be heard.

In taking up the challenge of realizing new possibilities for the synthesizer, Roland has

created a revolution in technology. At the same time, we want you to continue to using your

treasured D-50 with peace of mind. Hence, the VC-1, which transforms your V-Synth/VariOS

into a D-50, not only sweeps away any worries about your D-50 growing old, but also offers

new potential that goes beyond the original instrument.

We hope that you will discover and enjoy the unrealized potential that the D-50 still offers.

And if you have never played the D-50, you definitely need to check out its vintage sounds.

Using with the V-Synth

Try Out the Sounds............................ 15

Turning On the Power ..........................................................15

Selecting Patches and Playing Sounds ............................... 16

Viewing Various Information .............................................. 18

Applying Effects to the Sound.......... 19

Applying an Effect by Touching to the Pad....................... 19

Applying an Effect by Passing Over the D Beam ............. 20

Assigning Parameters to the Controllers ........................... 21

How to Make the Patch Factors........................................... 26

Settings Common to All Screens ..................................26

CONTROL .......................................................................28

OUTPUT (Output Mode)............................................... 29

CHASE .............................................................................31

TONE TUNE ................................................................... 32

MIDI.................................................................................. 32

Saving Patches You’ve Created ....... 33

Naming a Patch...................................................................... 33

Saving Patches........................................................................ 34

Reset to Default Factory Settings......................................... 35

Transferring Patches To and From the D-50/550 ........ 36

Transferring Patches from the D-50 to the VC-1............... 36

Transfer the patch from the memory card to the D-50/550 .............37

Transferring Patches from the D-50/550 to the VC-1 ....................... 38

Saving Transferred Patches with the VC-1 ................. 39

Transferring Patches from the VC-1 to the D-50/550....... 40

Copying a Reverb Type ........................................................42

Overview of the VC-1 ......................... 44

Memory Structure.................................................................. 44

The Basic Concept of a Tone ................................................45

Structure of Tone Parameters............................................... 48

Creating a Patch .................................50

How to Make the Patch Settings.......................................... 50

Useful Functions for Editing ............................................... 51

Editing a Value................................................................ 51

Undoing an editing Operation...................................... 51

Editing with the Panel Controls (Partial Select)......... 52

Silencing the Sound of the Partial ................................52

Copying Tone Settings................................................... 53

Copying Parameter Settings.......................................... 54

Auditioning the Sound Before Editing........................ 55

Initializing Patch Settings .............................................. 56

Tone Parameters ................................57

Common Parameters............................................................. 57

Structure........................................................................... 57

P-ENV (Pitch Envelope)................................................. 58

LFO (Low Frequency Oscillator) .................................. 60

EQ/CHORUS (Equalizer/Chorus) .............................. 61

Partial Parameters.................................................................. 63

WG Form (WG Waveform) ........................................... 64

WG PITCH....................................................................... 66

TVF (Time Variant Filter) ..............................................68

TVA (Time Variant Amplifier) .....................................73

MOD (Modulation)......................................................... 76

Settings for the Entire VC-1...............78

How to Make the System Function Settings ...................... 78

Initializing the System Settings............................................ 82

Connecting to Your Computer via USB............ 83

Recovering the System from the CD-ROM........................ 83

Selecting the V-Synth’s USB Storage Mode ................83

Connecting the V-Synth to Your Computer via USB ........................ 84

Recovering the System................................................... 86

Canceling the USB Connection..................................... 86

Exchanging MIDI Messages with Your Computer........... 88

Panel Descriptions

When using the V-Synth with the

correspond to the functions ascribed to these controls on the V-Synth’s panel. Here is a description of the

names and functions in each section of the V-Synth when it is used with the VC-1. Please read this

material together with “Panel Descriptions” in the V-Synth Owner’s Manual. Controls whose functions

do not match what is shown on the panel are indicated with a mark.

Front Panel

fig.02-01(FrontPanel1–9)

VOLUME slider

Adjusts the overall volume that is output from the rear panel MAIN OUT jacks and PHONES jack. (p. 15)

VC-1

, the actual functions of the V-Synth’s buttons and knobs may not

1 2 3

6 7

INPUT

Not used with the VC-1.

D BEAM

You can apply a variety of effects to sounds simply by moving your hand.

* The Time Trip effect is not applied.

Display

Indicators (L, R)

[TIME TRIP] [TIME] [PITCH] [ASSIGNABLE]

Function

If the D Beam controller is on, these will light when you move your hand over the controller.

Switches the D Beam controller on/off. The effect to be controlled can be selected by pressing the relevant button. (p. 20)

TIME TRIP PAD

By touching the pad surface with your finger you can apply a variety of effects to the sound.

* The Time Trip effect is not applied.

Panel Descriptions

Display Indicator [TIME TRIP] [ASSIGNABLE] [HOLD]

V-LINK

Not used with the VC-1.

ASSIGNABLE CONTROL

You can use them to modify the sound in realtime.

Display Function

[C1]

[C2]

ARPEGGIO

You can use them to modify the sound in realtime.

* The Arpeggiator is not available for use.

Display

[TEMPO]

[ON/OFF]

[HOLD]

Function

This will light when you touch the Time Trip Pad.

This switches the Time Trip Pad on and off. The effect being controlled switches according to the buttons pressed. (p. 19)

Switches hold on/off for the effect controlled by the Time Trip pad.

Adjusts the Aftertouch Sens (p. 79). These can be assigned a variety of D-50 different functions, allowing you to change the tone

in real time. (p. 22)

Function

Adjusts the Chase time (p. 31) or the Portamento time (p. 28).

Switches the Chase function on/off.

Switches the Portamento function on/off.

KEYBOARD

Here you can change the pitch range of the keyboard.

Display Function

Modifies the pitch range of the keyboard in semitone steps (-12 – +12 semitones).

[TRANSPOSE]

[-OCT], [+OCT]

* Changes you make the KEYBOARD settings are only temporary—they will be discarded as soon as the power is

turned off. If you want you keep any changes you’ve made, you must save them in the VC-1. (

System Function Settings”

Set the desired amount of transposition by holding down pressing

Pressing 3 – +3 octaves).

[+OCT] [+OCT]

(p. 78))

or or

[-OCT]

transposes the pitch of the keyboard in 1 octave units (-

[TRANSPOSE]

“How to Make the

and

Panel Descriptions

fig.02-01a(FrontPanel10–17)

PATCH PALETTE

Here you can recall patches.

Display Function

[NUMBER] (1–8)

[BANK]

[PATCH ASSIGN]

These buttons let you select patches. You can change the Patch Palette bank by holding down this button and pressing

[NUMBER] (1–8)

Not used with the VC-1.

12 13

10 11

14 15 16

Display

This displays information regarding the operation you are performing.

* The explanations in this manual include illustrations that depict what should typically be shown by the display.

Note, however, that your unit may incorporate a newer, enhanced version of the system (e.g., includes newer

sounds), so what you actually see in the display may not always match what appears in the manual.

Dial and buttons

Display

VALUE Dial

[DEC/-], [INC/+]

[ ], [ ], [ ], [ ] [MODE]

[SHIFT]

[EXIT]

Function

This is used to modify values. If you hold down [SHIFT] as you turn the VALUE dial, the value will change in greater increments.

This is used to modify values. If you keep on holding down one button while pressing the other, the value change accelerates. If you press one of these buttons while holding down [SHIFT], the value will change in bigger increments. (p. 51)

Moves the cursor location up/down/left/right. (p. 51)

Opens the Mode Menu window. This button is used in conjunction with other buttons to execute

various functions. Return to the PATCH TOP screen, or close the currently open window.

In some screens, this causes the currently executing function to be aborted.

STRUCTURE

Switches the various functions on/off.

EFFECTS

Here you can switch the onboard effects (chorus and reverb) on/off. When an effect is on, the indicator

for its button will light.

Panel Descriptions

Display

[MFX]

[CHORUS]

[REVERB]

OSC1, OSC2

These can be assigned a variety of the D-50’s different functions, allowing you to change the tone in real

time. (p. 23)

COSM1, COSM2

These can be assigned a variety of the D-50’s different functions, allowing you to change the tone in real

time. (p. 23)

TVA

These can be assigned a variety of the D-50’s different functions, allowing you to change the tone in real

time. (p. 23)

Pitch Bend/Modulation Lever

This allows you to control pitch bend or apply vibrato.

Function

Switches chorus of the UPPER tone on and off.

Switches chorus of the LOWER tone on and off. Switches reverb on and off.

Panel Descriptions

Rear Panel

fig.02-02

1 2

POWER Switch

Press to turn the power on/off. (p. 15)

fig.sw-e

Power is ON

Switch is depressed.

AC Inlet

Connect the included power cord to this inlet.

PC CARD Slot

The

* Carefully insert the PC card all the way in—until it is

firmly in place.

* Never insert or pull out while the VC-1 (V-Synth) is

turned on.

USB Connector

You can connect it to your personal computer to send

or receive MIDI messages. (p. 83)

When

VC-1

can be inserted here.

Switch is Releaseed..

3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13

Power is OFF

When

CTRL 1/2 PEDAL Jacks

You can connect optional expression pedals (EV-5,

BOSS FS-5U, etc.) to these jacks.

Display CTRL 1 PEDAL

CTRL 2 PEDAL

HOLD PEDAL Jack

An optional pedal switch (DP series, BOSS FS-5U, etc.)

can be connected to this jack for use as a hold pedal.

INPUT Jacks (L, R)

Not used with the VC-1.

DIRECT OUT Jacks (L, R)

Not used with the VC-1.

Function

Adjusts the volume. By assigning a desired

function to a pedal, you can use it to select or modify sound. (p. 23)

DIGITAL AUDIO INTERFACE Connector

These connectors input/output a digital audio signal

(stereo; conforming to IEC60958). The output signal is

identical to the signal that is output from the MAIN

OUT jacks.

IEC60958

digital audio devices.

LCD CONTRAST Knob

Adjusts the display contrast.

MIDI Connectors (IN, OUT, THRU)

These connectors can be connected to original D-50 (or

other MIDI devices) to receive and transmit MIDI

messages. (p. 83)

is a digital interface format used for consumer

MAIN OUT Jacks (L (MONO), R)

These jacks output the audio signal to the connected

mixer/amplifier system in stereo. For mono output,

use the L jack. (p. 15)

PHONES Jack

This is the jack for connecting headphones (sold

separately). (p. 15)

Try Out the Sounds

Turning On the Power

To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and

turn off the power on all devices before making any connections.

fig.03-01e(ConnectionImage)

Before hooking anything up, make sure that the power on all of your gear is turned OFF.

Connect the V-Synth to your amp/speaker system.

After correctly inserting the VC-1 into the PC card slot in the VSynth’s rear panel, switch ON the POWER switch.

* Carefully insert the PC card all the way in—until it is firmly in place.

* 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.

* Always make sure to have the volume level turned down before

switching on power. Even with the volume all the way down, you may

still hear some sound when the power is switched on, but this is normal,

and does not indicate a malfunction.

* Never insert or pull out while the VC-1 (V-Synth) is turned on.

Turn on the power for any connected amplifiers or speakers.

Wait for the VC-1 to start up. When it has started up normally, a screen like the following will appear. The display shows the selected Patch.

fig.03-02e(Card&LCD_default)

Patch number

Mixer, etc.

Patch name

Power amp

Tone name

Stereo

headphones

Monitor Speakers

Key mode

Split point

The volume balance of the Upper & Lower Tone

Try Out the Sounds

Selecting Patches and Playing Sounds

The VC-1 comes with a wide range of onboard sounds, including single tones called

A Patch is represented by a

fig.03-03e(PatchBankImage)

Patch bank (Pre1–6)

Pre6

Pre5

Pre4

Pre3

Pre2

Pre1

Number

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3

Bank

4 5 6 7 8

Patch Banks Pre1 Pre2

Pre3 Pre4 Pre5 Pre6 Int1 Int2 Int3 Int4 Int5 Int6 Int7 Int8

Included patches Overwrite Remarks

D-50 VC-1

PN-D50-01 PN-D50-02 PN-D50-03 PN-D50-04 same as Pre1 same as Pre2 same as Pre3 same as Pre4 same as Pre5 same as Pre6 (blank) (blank)

Patch Bank

Int1

Bank

(Pre1–6, Int1–8), a

Patch bank (Int1–8)

Int5

Int4

Int3

Int2

Number

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Patch No.: I1-72Patch No.: P1-34

Int6

Int7

Int8

Bank

(1–8) and a

No Original D-50 preset patches No

Newly added patches No D-50/D-550 sound library No D-50/D-550 sound library No D-50/D-550 sound library No D-50/D-550 sound library

Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes -

Number

patches

(1–8).

There are three ways of patch selection.

• Selecting Patches with the VALUE dial.

• Selecting Patches from the list.

• Selecting Patches with Patch Palette.

Selecting Patches with the VALUE dial

fig.03-04e(PatchNumber)

Make sure the

TOP

screen—shown right—is not displayed, press

twice until the

Play the keyboard to hear what the selected patch sounds like. To change to a different patch, touch the it, and then turn the time you can switch more rapidly by holding down you perform these operations.

PATCH TOP

VALUE dial

screen is displayed. If the

[EXIT]

screen appears.

Patch number

or press

[INC/+], [DEC/-]

[SHIFT]

PATCH

to highlight

Selecting Patches from the List

You can easily find the desired patch by selecting it from the patch list.

Make sure the once or twice until the

Touch

fig.03-05(PatchList)

Select a patch from the list. Either turn the

[INC/+], [DEC/-]

touching it on the display.

To view higher-numbered patches, touch located at bottom of the screen. To view other Patch banks, touch

screen.

Touch closes.

PATCH TOP

<List>

in the upper left area of the display. The

to select a patch. You can also select a patch by

<OK>

. The patch is selected and the

screen is displayed. If the

PATCH TOP

screen appears.

, located at either side of the

PATCH TOP

PATCH List

VALUE dial

<31-48>–<71-88>

PATCH LIST

or use

once or

. At this

while

window

Try Out the Sounds

Patch number

screen is not displayed, press

window appears.

[EXIT]

Selecting Patches with Patch Palette

You can select patches of currently selected Patch Bank instantly by simply pressing

fig.03-06

Make sure the

Press

NUMBER [1]–[8]

palette banks, hold down

PATCH TOP

screen is displayed.

to select a patch. To switch between patch

[BANK]

and press

NUMBER [1]–[8]

Try Out the Sounds

Viewing Various Information

In the upper right of the screen, touch

In the pulldown menu, touch

fig.08-13

This window shows the following information.

Ver.:

When you have finished viewing the information, press

The VC-1’s program version

<INFO>

. A pulldown menu appears.

. The

Information

window appears.

[EXIT]

to close the window.

Enabling or Disabling the Beep Tone

You can specify whether or not a

screen. At the factory setting, the beep tone will be sounded.

fig.03-07

In the upper right of the screen, touch appears.

In the pulldown menu, touch With this setting, the beep tone will be heard. If you perform the same procedure once again, the check mark will be cleared and the beep tone will no longer be heard.

beep tone

<Beep>

will be heard when you touch a valid point on the touch

. A pulldown menu

to add a check mark (✔).

Applying Effects to the Sound

The performance controlling functions (we call them

by taking the following procedure.

A patch consists of several

fig.05-01e(PatchFactorImage)

Key Mode

Factors

as show below.

Tone Tune

UPPER Tone

Var iations of

Control Functions

LOWER Tone

Tone Tune

Balance

Tone

factors

in this manual) in each Patch can be edited

Output Mode (Reverb, etc.)

Applying an Effect by Touching to the Pad

fig.05-02(Panel_TimeTripButton)

You can apply a variety of effects by touching your fingertip to the

located at the left side of the V-Synth’s front panel. The Time Trip Pad settings are

saved with each patch. This means that you can create patches that contain Time

Trip Pad settings you like.

Time Trip pad

Access the

Choose the function that you want to control from the Time Trip pad, and press the

Button [TIME TRIP] [ASSIGNABLE]

[HOLD]

While you play the keyboard to produce sound, place your fingertip on the Time Trip pad and move your finger in the following way.

If [TIME TRIP] is on

Using the

• Volume balance of the two Partial sounds of either Tone ; Upper or Lower.

• Volume balance of the Upper and the Lower tones.

PATCH TOP

TIME TRIP PAD

Time Trip Pad

Screen.

button for that function.

Functions

This provides the same effect as the D-50’s joystick (tone balance or partial balance). Apply the effect that is specified by each patch. (CTRL Setup; p. 26) you can cause the effect to be held even after you take your finger off the Time Trip

pad.

, the following two volume balance controls can be adjusted at the same time.

Applying Effects to the Sound

The tone for which the partial balance is to be controlled is selected using the

you touch the

Time Trip pad

, the volume balance changes as shown below. Changing the

Tone Select button

partial balance

creates huge changes in the tone, providing very distinctive effects.

fig.05-03e(PartialBalance)

UPPER volume increases,

LOWER volume decreases

Par tial 1 decreases Par tial 2 increases

Tone Select button (On:pressed)

Par tial 1 increases

Par tial 2 decreases

UPPER volume decreases,

LOWER volume increases

Applying an Effect by Passing Over the D Beam

fig.05-04(Panel_DBeam)

The

D Beam controller

can be used to apply various effects, depending on the function that is

assigned to it. You can also create effects in which the sound changes

instantaneously, in a way that would not be possible by operating a knob or

the bender lever. The D Beam controller settings are saved with each patch.

This means that you can create patches that contain D Beam settings you

like.

can be used simply by waving your hand over it. It

. When

Access the

Choose the function that you want to control from the D Beam controller, and press the

PATCH TOP

Screen

D BEAM

for that function to turn on the D Beam controller.

Buttons

[TIME TRIP]

[TIME]

[PITCH]

[ASSIGNABLE]

While playing the keyboard to produce sound, place your hand over the D Beam, and slowly move it up

Functions

This provides the same effect as that when, after the key is played, it is then pressed with even greater force. (Aftertouch)

This provides the same effect as that achieved by tilting the modulation level away from you. (Modulation)

This provides the same effect as that achieved by tilting the pitch bend level to the left and right. (Pitch Bend)

Apply the effect that is specified by each patch. (

“How to Make the Patch Factors”

(p. 26))

and down.

To turn off the D Beam controller, once again press the button that you pressed in step 2, so its indicator goes out.

button

Assigning Parameters to the Controllers

You can assign a variety of patch factors (p. 133), tone parameters (p. 134), and other settings to the V-

Synth’s complement of controller sections, such as the Time Trip pad, the D Beam Controller, and the

OSC1/OSC2 sections. This is referred to as the

with the knobs and sliders and greater performance expression with the

D-50 in ways that go way beyond the original instrument.

Controllers Parameters

TIME TRIP PAD, D BEAM, C2 Knob MIDI Control Change Message

OSC1, OSC2, COSM1, COSM2, TVA

Access the

fig.05-05e

Touch

SETUP

Touch the Time Trip pad, D-Beam Controller, or other controller

PATCH TOP

in the lower left of the screen. The

window appears.

Screen.

to which you want to assign the parameter. The display of that controller section expands in the screen. The screen features at this time function as follows.

Control Setup

. With intuitive editing of sound sources

Patch Factor (p. 133) Tone Parameters (p. 134) Partial Parameters (p. 135)

CTRL

Time Trip Pad

Cursor

Applying Effects to the Sound

, you can use the

Value box; Selects the parameters assigned to

the buttons and controllers.

fig.05-05a(LCD_CtrlSetupList)

When editing a parameter that requires you to specify a value, move the cursor to the value box of that parameter. Then modify the value by either turning the

[DEC/-]

. Parameters marked by can be controlled by

VALUE dial

or pressing

specific CTRL Setup. For details on each parameter, refer to the corresponding reference page. The on-screen keys have the following functions.

Keys

Functions

Switches the set of controllers to be enlarged in the display.

Displays the parameters to be assigned as a list.

Returns to the CTRL SET screen.

Restores the assigned parameters to their original factory condition.

When you have finished CTRL Setup, touch

<OK>

to close the

[INC/+]

Underline; Shows the button and controller functions.

CTRL Setup

window.

Applying Effects to the Sound

fig.05-06(LCD_CtrlSetupTTPad)

TIME TRIP PAD

ASSIGNABLE X

ASSIGNABLE Y

fig.05-07(LCD_CtrlSetupDBeam)

D BEAM

ASSIGNABLE L

ASSIGNABLE R

Sens L

Sens R

fig.05-08(LCD_CtrlSetupC1C2)

→

table 1 (p. 22)

→

table 1 (p. 22)

→

0–20

→

0–20

table 1 (p. 22)

→

table 1 (p. 22)

table 1

You can control the following parameters.

Display

Assignable Parameter - MIDI (p. 140) M-Mod MIDI Modulation M-Vol MIDI Volume M-Hold MIDI HOLD M-After MIDI Aftertouch M-Bend+ MIDI Pitch Bend + M-Bend- MIDI Pitch Bend -

Parameters

fig.05-09(LCD_CtrlSetupPedal2)

PEDAL2

Display Functions Off ToneBal

(Tone Balance)

M-After

(Aftertouch)

M-Mod

(Modulation)

fig.05-10(LCD_CtrlSetupOsc1)

OSC1, OSC2

OSC1 PITCH

OSC1 TIME

OSC1 FORMANT

OSC1 LFO DP1

OSC1 LFO DP2

OSC1 LFO DP3

OSC1 LFO RATE

OSC1 LEVEL

OSC2 PITCH

OSC2 TIME

OSC2 FORMANT

OSC2 LFO DP1

OSC2 LFO DP2

OSC2 LFO DP3

OSC2 LFO RATE

OSC2 LEVEL

fig.05-11(LCD_CtrlSetupCosm)

→

Off, ToneBal, M-After, M-Mod

The VC-1 is NOT Controlled. Controls the volume balance of the Upper

and the Lower Tones.

Controls the Aftertouch effect.

Controls the vibrato effect.

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

Applying Effects to the Sound

COSM1, COSM2

COSM1 WIDTH

COSM1 DETUNE

COSM2 WIDTH

COSM2 DETUNE

TVA Attack

TVA Decay

TVA Sustain

TVA Release

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

→

table 2 (p. 25)

Applying Effects to the Sound

LIST (OSC1, OSC2, COSM1, COSM2 and TVA)

• Tone Parameters; The Tones (UPPER or LOWER) to be applied are specified with the

• Partial Parameters; The Partials (L1, L2, L3 or L4) to be applied are specified with the

button.

fig.05-11ae

Patch Factors

Tone Parameters

Par tial Parameters

Page

Specify the Tones or the Partials to be applied

The partials to which the tone parameters assigned to the different knobs and sliders (OSC1, OSC2,

COSM1, COSM2 and TVA) are applied are specified with the

button.

• Tone Parameters; The Tones (UPPER or LOWER) to be applied are specified with the

• Partial Parameters; The Partials (L1, L2, L3 or L4) to be applied are specified with the

button.

fig.05-11be

Par tial Select

On On Off

UPPER

(Off)

Tone Select

Partial Select

button or the

Tone Select

Partial Select

button.

Partial Select

button.

On Off

Tone Select

LOWER

(On)

* The Tone Select or the Partial Select setting will be written by the Patch Write Procedure.

(Off)U2(On)

table 2

You can control the following parameters.

Display

PATCH TOP (p. 26)

ToneBal Tone Balance

PATCH EDIT CONTRL (p. 28)

BendRang Bender Range

AftrPB

PortTime Portamento Time

PortMode Portamento Mode

PATCH EDIT OUTPUT (p. 29)

Rev Bal Reverb Balance

TotalVol Total Volume

PATCH EDIT CHASE (p. 31)

ChasLevl Chase Level

ChasTime Chase Time

PATCH EDIT TONE TUNE (p. 32)

LowerKey Lower Tone Key Shift

UpperKey Upper Tone Key Shift

LowerTun Lower Tone Fine Tune

UpperTun Upper Tone Fine Tune

TONE COMMON STRUCT (p. 57)

PartBal Partial Balance

TONE COMMON P-ENV (p. 58)

PEnvVelo P-ENV Velocity Range

PEnvTKF

PEnvT1 P-ENV Time 1

PEnvT2 P-ENV Time 2

PEnvT3 P-ENV Time 3

PEnvT4 P-ENV Time 4

PEnvL0 P-ENV Level 0

PEnvL1 P-ENV Level 1

PEnvL2 P-ENV Level 2

PEnvSusL P-ENV Sustain Level

PEnvEndL P-ENV End Level

PModLFOD P-Mod LFO Depth

PModLevr P-Mod Lever

PModAftr P-Mod Aftertouch

TONE COMMON LFO (p. 60)

LFO1Wave LFO-1 Waveform

LFO1Rate LFO-1 Rate

LFO1Dely LFO-1 Delay Time

LFO1Sync LFO-1 Sync

LFO2Wave LFO-2 Waveform

LFO2Rate LFO-2 Rate

LFO2Dely LFO-2 Delay Time

LFO2Sync LFO-2 Sync

LFO3Wave LFO-3 Waveform

LFO3Rate LFO-3 Rate

Parameters

Aftertouch Bend Range

P-ENV Time Keyfollow

Display

LFO3Dely LFO-3 Delay Time

LFO3Sync LFO-3 Sync

TONE COMMON EQ/CHORUS (p. 61)

EQ Lg Low EQ Gain

EQ Hg High EQ Gain

ChorRate Chorus Rate

ChorDpth Chorus Depth

ChorBal Chorus Balance

TONE PARTIAL FORM (p. 64)

Waveform WG Waveform

PCM No# WG PCM Wave No.

PW WG Pulse Width

PW Velo

PW Aftr

PW LFO WG PW LFO Select

PW LFOD WG PW LFO Depth

TONE PARTIAL PITCH (p. 66)

PichCors WG Pitch Coarse

PichFine WG Pitch Fine

PichKF WG Pitch Keyfollow

PichLFO WG Mod LFO Mode

PichENV

PichBend WG Mod Bend Mode

TONE PARTIAL TVF (p. 68)

TVF Freq TVF Cutoff Frequency

TVF Reso TVF Resonance

TVF KF TVF Keyfollow

TVF BP TVF Bias Point/Dir

TVF Blvl TVF Bias Level

TVFDpth TVF ENV Depth

TVFVelo

TVF DKF

TVF TKF

TVF T1 TVF ENV Time 1

TVF T2 TVF ENV Time 2

TVF T3 TVF ENV Time 3

TVF T4 TVF ENV Time 4

TVF T5 TVF ENV Time 5

TVF L1 TVF ENV Level 1

TVF L2 TVF ENV Level 2

TVF L3 TVF ENV Level 3

TVF SusL

TVF EndL TVF ENV End Level

Parameters

WG PW Velocity Range

WG PW Aftertouch Range

WG Mod P-ENV Mode

TVF ENV Velocity Range

TVF ENV Depth Keyfollow

TVF ENV Time Keyfollow

TVF ENV Sustain Level

Applying Effects to the Sound

Display

TONE PARTIAL TVA (p. 73)

TVA Levl TVA Level

TVA Velo TVA Velocity Range

TVA BP TVA Bias Point/Dir

TVA Blvl TVA Bias Level

TVA Velo

TVA TKF

TVA T1 TVA ENV Time 1

TVA T2 TVA ENV Time 2

TVA T3 TVA ENV Time 3

TVA T4 TVA ENV Time 4

TVA T5 TVA ENV Time 5

TVA L1 TVA ENV Level 1

TVA L2 TVA ENV Level 2

TVA L3 TVA ENV Level 3

TVA SusL

TVA EndL TVA ENV End Level

TONE PARTIAL MOD (p. 76)

TVF LFO TVF Mod LFO Select

TVF LFOD TVF Mod LFO Depth

TVF Aftr

TVA LFO TVA Mod LFO Select

TVA LFOD TVA Mod LFO Depth

TVA Aftr

Parameters

TVA ENV Velocity Folw

TVA ENV Time Keyfollow

TVA ENV Sustain Level

TVF Mod Aftertouch Range

TVA Mod Aftertouch Range

Applying Effects to the Sound

How to Make the Patch Factors

The Display shows several Factors at a time. If necessary, Scroll up or down the Display to find the Factor

to be edited. (Patch Parameters; p. 26)

fig.05-12(LCD_PatchEditControl)

Access the

Touch

Touch one of the tabs in the left of the screen to select the desired editing screen.

<CONTRL>:

<OUTPUT>:

<CHASE>:

<TONE TUNE>:

<MIDI>:

When editing a parameter that requires you to specify a value, move the cursor to the value box of that parameter. Then modify the value by either turning the

dial

Repeat steps 3–4 to set patch factors.

If you wish to save the changes you’ve made, perform the Save operation (p. 34). If you do not wish to save changes, press without saving, the display will indicate “ modified.

* If you turn off the power or select a different patch while the display indicates “

lost.

PATCH TOP

or pressing

Screen.

at the bottom of the screen.

Control Edit, Portamento Edit (p. 28)

Output Mode (p. 29)

Chase Edit (p. 31)

Tone Tune (p. 32)

MIDI function (p. 32)

[INC/+]

[DEC/-]

[EXIT]

to return to the

PATCH TOP

EDITED

,” reminding you that the patch settings have been

screen. If you return to the

EDITED

,” your edited patch will be

PATCH TOP

VALUE

screen

Settings Common to All Screens

fig.05-13(LCD_PatchEditControl)

UPPER/LOWER (Tone Select Button)

You can select the tone to be controlled, upper tone, lower tone or

both tone, with the Time Trip Pad.

KEY MODE

Key Mode

keyboard.

Value:

SPL-LS, SEP-S

refers to the Upper and Lower Tones are played on the

WHOLE, DUAL, SPLIT, SEP, WHOL-S, DUAL-S, SPL-US,

Display Description WHOLE DUAL

SPLIT

SEP

(Separate)

WHOL-S

(Whole Solo)

DUAL-S

(Dual Solo)

SPL-US

(Split Upper Solo)

SPL-LS

(Split Lower Solo)

SEP-S

(Separate Solo)

SPLIT

The Split Point can be changed as follows.

Value:

C2–C7

fig.05-14e

Upper Tone can be played in 16 voice polyphony Both Upper and Lower Tones are played by each key in 8 voices polyphony. The Split mode divides the keyboard into upper and lower sections, where two

different Tones can be played in 8 voices polyphony. That is, the VC-1 works like two 8 voice synthesizers. The sections) is shown next to the Key Mode indication.

This mode is effective when an external MIDI device is controlling the VC-

1.(

The Upper Tone is monophonic.

Both Upper and Lower Tones are monophonic.

The Upper Tone is monophonic, and the Lower Tone is 8 voices polyphonic.

The Lower Tone is monophonic, and the Upper Tone is 8 voices polyphonic.

This mode is effective when an external a MIDI device is controlling the VC-1. (

“MIDI Implementation”

Split Point

(p. 140))

Applying Effects to the Sound

(where the keyboard is divided into two

C2–B2 C3–B3 C4–B4 C5–B5 C6–B6

(middle C)

BALANCE (Tone Balance)

The volume balance of the Upper and the Lower Tone can be change.

Value:

0–100

CHASE (Chase Button)

Switches the Chase function on and off. Touch the button once to switch the function on; touch it again to

switch the function off again.

Value:

OFF, ON

PORTAMENTO (Portamento Button)

Switches the Portamento function on and off. Portamento is a slide from one pitch to another, and is often

used for violin performance. Touch the button once to switch the function on; touch it again to switch the

function off again.

Value:

OFF, ON

Applying Effects to the Sound

CONTROL

fig.05-15(LCD_PatchEditControl/Bend)

Patch Controls determine how the Control Functions actually

affect the Upper and the Lower Tones.

Bend (Bender Range)

This sets the variable range of the pitch change caused by moving

the Bender lever fight and left. The variable range set here may

result differently depending on the setting of the Tone Parameter

Bender Mode (p. 67).

Value:

0–12

AfterPB (Aftertouch, Pitch Bender)

This sets the sensitivity of the aftertouch effect on pitch. Higher

values mean higher sensitivity. A Minus setting decreases the pitch, and a plus setting increases it.

Value:

-12–+12

Hold (Hold Mode)

This selects the Tone that on the Pedal Hold effect. When the

mode

Whole

, Pedal Hold always works whichever of the above

three modes may be selected.

Value:

U, L, UL

Time (Portamento Time)

This sets the portamento time from one note to another. Higher values make the time longer.

Value:

0–100

Mode (Portamento Mode)

This selects the Tone that should take on the Portamento effect.

When the

whichever of the above three modes may be selected.

Value:

* Even when Portamento is set to ON, the Portamento ON/OFF message

sent from an external device can change the settings of Portamento.

Key Mode

U, L, UL

Whole

, Portamento always works

Key

Display Function

U Works on the Upper Tone.

L Works on the Lower Tone.

UL Works on the both Tones.

U Works on the Upper Tone.

L Works on the Lower Tone.

UL Works on the both Tones.

OUTPUT (Output Mode)

Applying Effects to the Sound

The Output Mode determines how the Tones take on the

outputs.

A sound reverberated in an acoustic environment consists of three parts. First, you hear the direct sound

as it travels from the source outward. Next the early reflection resounds once, or several time, from the

walls, ceiling ,and floor. Finally, you hear the reverberated sound as it reflects many times in the

environment.

fig.05-16e(LCD_PatchEditControl/Output)

Reverb Sound

Direct Sound

Sound Generator Listener

Mode (Output Mode)

Selects one of the following four output modes.

Value:

1–4

Display Function

Stereo reverb works on the mixed sound of Upper and Lower Tones, and id sent out in stereo.

The Mixture of Upper and Lower takes on stereo reverb, and the direct sound is sent out separately for Upper and Lower.

Only the Upper Tone takes on reverb. Upper and lower Tones are sent out separately.

Only the Lower Tone takes on reverb, Upper and Lower Tones are sent out separately.

reverb

effect, and how the Tones appear at the

Applying Effects to the Sound

RevType (Reverb Type)

Selects one of the 32-reverb types.

Value:

1–32

Display Description Display Description

1 Small Hall 17 Bright Hall 2 Medium Hall 18 Large Cave 3 Large Hall 19 Steel Pan 4 Chapel 20 Delay (248 ms) 5 Box 21 Delay (338 ms) 6 Small Metal Room 22 Cross Delay (157 ms) 7 Small Room 23 Cross Delay (252 ms) 8 Medium Room 24 Cross Delay (274–137 ms)

9 Medium Large Room 25 Gate Reverb 10 Large Room 26 Reverse Gate (360 ms) 11 Single Delay (102 ms) 27 Reverse Gate (480 ms) 12 Cross Delay (180 ms) 28 Slap Back 13 Cross Delay (224 ms) 29 Slap Back 14 Cross Delay(148–296 ms) 30 Slap Back 15 Short Gate (200 ms) 31 Twisted Space 16 Long Gate (480 ms) 32 Space

* The reverb types 17–32 in individual banks can be used only with the patches (64 patches) contained in that bank.

Reverb types from a bank other than the internal banks (any from 1 through 32) can be copied to a reverb type in the

internal banks (any from 17 through 32).

Revbal (Reverb Balance)

Sets the volume of the reverb and direct sounds.

Value:

Vol (Total Volume)

Sets the volume of both tones, and therefore adjusts the volume difference between Patches.

Value:

0–100

Display

100

0–100

Function

The volume of the reverb sound = maximum, the volume of the direct sound = 0.

The volume of the reverb sound = 0, the volume of the direct sound = maximum.

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